A podcast about books, TV shows and movies from a sociological perspective by media critic Marina Berlin. Subscribe to learn about recently revived historical lesbians, the revolutionary horror of Hannibal, how stories get matriarchies right and wrong, and so much more. Follow the podcast on twitter @PopSocPodcast or visit the website: https://marinaberlin.org/podcast/
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Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
The X-Men universe popularized a unique set of tropes common to fantasy worldbuilding: people with superpowers who are feared and persecuted by society. This trope is everywhere from the "Witcher" books/games/show to many popular YA novels, but it creates a particular set of problems when it comes to representing systemic oppression. In this episode I'll explain the "X-Men Problem" and why it's a common genre trope, and dive into the award-winning book "The Fifth Season" by N.K. Jemisin, which offers a refreshing, fascinating take on this issue. No knowledge of either the X-Men franchise or the contents of the book is necessary for enjoying the episode.
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