The Ethical Panda

10/06/2024

Since the first Gojira movie commented on the nuclear attack on Japan, our large lizard friend has often been a focus of political and social commentary. In this episode Riki and Matthew explore this history, with a particular focus on Shin Godzilla, and how it serves as a metaphor for the failures of Japanese government and bureaucracy during the Fukushima Nuclear Accident

30/05/2024

We love to see the hero(es) over throw the king, empire, or evil government? But what happens next? Should the members of the old regime be put on trial? Should heroes take over and rule? And why do movies never cover this part of the story?

09/05/2024

Riki Hayashi and Matthew Fox dive into the new Disney+ MCU animated show, X-Men, 97!

08/05/2024

Erin, Alex, and Matthew dive deep into the new Star Wars animated show - Tales of the Empire

22/03/2024

What would NPR sound like in a world that included superhumans? How would disability be treated in such a world? What goes into writing about issues and identities that you aren't directly connected to, and what is the importance of including those who are in your writing process?

John Dorsey and Maximilian Clark, the creators of the Superhuman Public Radio podcast return to the podcast to discuss these questions and more!

As part of the creative process they reached out to me, a disabled person, to get my thoughts on an issue they had planned that dealt with disability in the world of their podcast. We'll be talking about that process, along with some of the other issues season 2 of Superhuman Public Radio goes into!

18/03/2024

Danielle, aka Written in the Star Wars, is one of the biggest clone fans out there, with a particular love of Rex and Wolfe, so after watching episodes 6-7 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, season 3, I knew we had to get her on.

04/03/2024

Riki, Paul, and Matthew dive into the Japanese classic, based on a true story.

29/02/2024

Join Erin McGowan, Alex Korrman, & Matthew Fox as we talk about episode 4 of season 3 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch!

26/02/2024

Erin McGowan and Matthew Fox dive deep into Star Wars: The Bad Batch, S3, Episodes 1-3.

08/03/2023

Looking for something to do while you wait for new show? Want to hear me and talk about the new shows and movies coming to ?

Comics Guru Extraordinaire Jess Plummer joins us to talk about DC’s upcoming slate of new TV shows and movies.

18/01/2023

We're talking Mario Kart, we're talking Tech, we're talking Crosshair's emotional damage and why so many of us relate to it- its Erin McGowan and I talking The Bad Batch Season 2, Episode 4.

05/01/2023

Let's talk about the Bad Batch!

04/01/2023

Superhero Ethics has been a great part of my life for more than half a decade. Its going to be evolving in 2023- into what, I'm not quite sure, but Paul and I ended the year looking back on 2022 and the major topics that keep coming up on the podcast.

Matthew and Paul talk about stuff they watched in 2022, as well as the future and history of Superhero Ethics. Paul Hoppe AKA ZenMadman lives in a cave on a mountain in the mind in Las Vegas, where…

30/12/2022

The future of Superhero Ethics is in your hands!

I've been running Superhero Ethics for more than six years- we've put out a lot of great episodes but I've been wondering if its time for a change, especially with so much Star Wars content keeping my other podcast busy. Whether you've never listened or you're a long time fan, I'd love to hear what you'd be most likely to tune in for in 2023. Below are some of the ideas I'm considering, but feel free to add your own suggestions!

1) Keep things as they are

2) Focus on new content as it comes out. Episodes may be more irregular in timing

3) Move to episodes that focus on a specific ethical question/topic, with more research and prep. Once or twice a month

4) Hang up Superhero Ethics and focus on Star Wars, or some new ways to talk about ethics in fandom

09/11/2022

New episode of Andor coverage on Star Wars Universe Podcast is up!

Paul and I dive into episode 10 of Andor.

13/10/2022

New Episode of the Star Wars Universe Podcast is up talking about Andor Ep 6 with WrittenintheStarWars of TikTok fame!

Danielle, aka on TikTok returns to talk with Paul and myself about Andor, Episode 6!

29/09/2022

There's just nothing like having new Star Wars content every week to record about. Between the characters, the intrigue, what we're learning about the rebellion and the empire, this is quickly becoming one of my favorite shows. Tune in and join the discussion!

Join us in talking Andor as we dive in to episode 4!

02/06/2022

Our new episode on Kenobi Episode 3 is up, with myself, Paul Hoppe & Ashley Coffin. We talk about the episode itself, various perspectives on the importance of continuity, the way Moses Ingram has been treated and get Ashley’s thoughts on our discussion of Celebrity Culture and the Heard/Depp trial.

We talk about the episode itself, various perspectives on the importance of continuity, the way Moses Ingram has been treated and get Ashley’s thoughts on our discussion of Celebrity Culture and th…

01/06/2022

Come chat Kenobi part 3 with us on our live recording of Star Wars Universe Podcast!

Today, Wednesday, June 1st, 7:30 PM Eastern on the Zenmadman channel on Twitch. Ask questions, let us know what you thought, be a part of the conversation! With Paul Hoppe & Ashley Coffin.

28/05/2022

Episodes 1&2 of Obi-Wan Kenobi are out, and so is our response episode on Star Wars Universe Podcast With Paul Hoppe and Riki & Sarah Hayashi

https://theethicalpanda.com/2022/05/27/obi-wan-kenobi-eps-1-2/

We’re talking about Obi-Wan Kenobi, episodes 1-2! With Paul Hoppe, and Sarah & Riki Hayashi.

05/05/2022

We're talking about the ethical questions in Moon Knight, episode 6. With Will Freeland & Paul Hoppe.

We’re wrapping up our coverage of Moon Knight, and talking about Moon Knight Episode 6! With Paul and Will

25/04/2022

New post on Star Wars Rebels is up, and we're talking Season 3, episodes 1-2.

Note- I apologize that episodes are coming out a bit chaotically. Health and recording schedules have made things harder, but I'll get back to a normal schedule soon, promise!
Also- we now have a sponsor! This episode is made possible in part by Manscaped! Get 20% OFF + Free Shipping with promo code SWUP at MANSCAPED.com!

We're wrapping up season 2 of Rebels and diving into episodes 1-2 of season 3! This episode is made

23/04/2022

I frequently talk about why q***r representation is so important, and why q***rbaiting, or almost but not quite, can be so hard. This article does a fantastic job of explaining all that, and why this show has become such a huge hit.

Queernormativity on screen is a revolutionary delight that needs to be seen twice to be truly enjoyed.

14/04/2022

We're talking about one of the most beloved episode arcs in Star Wars Rebels: Twilight of the Apprentice! With Paul Hoppe and Riki Sarah Hayashi

created, and today we’re talking about it, with Paul Hoppe joining our normal Rebels team.

13/04/2022

New Post is Up!

Can a former assassin find peace? Can a beloved anime translate to live action

05/04/2022

I talk to Paul Hoppe about how I can love a movie where I disagree with most of the characters decisions!

Does Peter have trouble respecting the agency of others?

01/04/2022

If you ever doubt it the lengths I will go for you, my loyal fans, know that I'm about to spend my weekend binging all of these movies for an upcoming podcast.

I will be live-tweeting as we go. https://twitter.com/EthicalPanda77

13/01/2022

New episode on Boba Fett is up! I can't tell you anything about what we talked about because its all spoilers, but if you've seen the episode- you know. With Paul Hoppe & Ashley Coffin.

There is SO MUCH in this episode I want to reference, but its all spoilers. Suffice to say, Paul, As

22/12/2021

Spiderman No Way Home is out, and it just so happens that it raises an ethical question or two! Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell from Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast join me for the first of what will be a couple of different ethics episodes about this movie- there is just that much to talk about!

But remember the most important ethical issue- no posting spoilers! We'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode, but if you post on our social media, please nest your posts/comments.

The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast is the podcast where a filmmaker, a comedian and a plethora of hilarious guests make their way through the 80s movies we think they love or might have missed with modern eyes. The filmmaker is Nathan Blackwell of Squishy Studios. His award winning projects include Voyage Trekkers, Star Saga and the upcoming Last Movie Ever Made. The comedian is Krissy Lenz, Director of the Neighborhood Comedy Theatre in Downtown Mesa AZ! You can catch her onstage every weekend if you are in the East Valley of the Greater Phoenix Area... or just listen to the podcast if you are literally anywhere else on the planet: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/most-excellent-80s-movies-podcast/id133547

Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast

Spiderman No Way Home is out, and it just so happens that it raises an ethical question or two! Kris

26/10/2021

Lets talk Ethics of Dune! Is there such a thing as benevolent colonialism as Duke Leto tries? How does Dune explore the idea of a messiah, and the way those effect and are effected by Paul, the Bene Gesserit and the Fremen? My friend and former colleague from my days as a pastor, Chris Heers-McArdle joins me to dive into these topics and more.

Is there such a thing as benevolent colonialism as Duke Leto tries? How does Dune explore the idea o