Behind the Yellow Boxes

For our latest patreon request episode, Brook sets out to explain to Steph the wild world of a crowning jewel of Shojo manga, Fruits Basket. On the way, they discuss gender, Brook's history of being not like other girls, and Steph cooes over cute animals. A lot. 

This episode contains discussions of transphobia and abuse.

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As the Webtoons smash sensation gears up for its third print release this October, Brook and Steph explore the fascinating world of Lore Olympus. They dive into this app that is revolutionizing the way many new fans read comics, explore the unique take on Greek mythology, and discuss how the comic provides new and interesting explorations of trauma in the modern day. 

Due to sensitive material in the comic and in the discussion, Behind the Yellow Boxes wanted to provide time stamps for the direct discussion of the first volume's sexual assault. If you wish to avoid that conversation, skip from 32:30 to 42 minutes. 

Take care of yourselves and each other!

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To celebrate the movie that Brook has dubbed "the most important movie ever, of all time" (Superpets), Steph and Brook come together to tell the history of animals in comics, furry sidekicks, and to dub no less than four different fuzzy fictional characters "the best boy".

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In celebration of the Disney+ series Ms. Marvel, Brook and Steph cover the history behind the superhero title of "Ms. Marvel" and then dive right into the titular superheroine herself, Kmala Khan. Along with all the MS.adventures behind the scene of creating Kamala herself, Brook and Steph talk about the Inhumans, the reason that Mutants and Inhumans have been pitted against each other, and how that all came full circle this summer with the finale of the Ms. Marvel series. 

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Starting off June, Brook and Steph go over the 2006 graphic memoir by an outspoken artist and advocate, Alison Bechdel. The duo give a brief history of Bechdel's history, contribution to media criticism, and the autobiographical bend found in her comics. There is also some discussion about the dubious banning of books and whether or not that actually makes them cooler. 

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As Doctor Strange continues his multiversal journey through theaters, Brook sits Steph down to regale her with a classic tale of Strange's dimension-jumping adventures: Brian K. Vaugh and Marcos Martin’s The Oath.  Other topics include the Problem of Wong, the issue of artist credit in cinematic language, and how gay marriage could have solved many a story telling error.

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Brook and Steph bring on special guest Alix to reflect on the history and characters of the Fantastic Four. Topics include the eternal Kirby vs. Lee retellings of early Marvel, what led to the landmark success of the first Marvel Team, and lots of fannish feelings over the characters that build the Fantastic Four.

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Brook and Steph sit down to talk about the story of Maus, and for once, do their best to stay completely on topic as they talk about censorship, the importance of first hand narratives of the Holocaust, and the role that Maus played in bringing attention to comics as an artistic medium.

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Steph and Brook discuss the infamous collect call that decided the fate of a fan-favorite character in this episode of Behind the Yellow Boxes. How exactly was the fate of Jason Todd decided behind the scenes? The answer may be more ridiculous than you'd think!

Join the podcast to hear all the details behind the scene including Jim Starlin's documented history of having beef with a fictional teenager, concerns about dog-kicking evil Superboys, and the not-so-fun details of the ending to A Death in the Family no one wants to talk about.

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Brook sits Steph down to tell her about the history of the one and only Black Lightning, and the way that this character inspired generations in and out of universe.

Other topics of note include why so many Black characters have electricity based powers, the character who Black Lightning barely edged out as DC's first headlining African American character, and President Lex Luthor.

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