Romance may not be at the center for the MCU, but it’s a persistent element regardless. This episode has Chris, Izzy, Anthony, and special guest, playwright Dave Harris (@StayDancingDave) dissect many of the canon pairings in the MCU films and shows. The conversation then turns into a discussion about why we look for well-written romance in fiction in general, as well as a talk about how the MCU depicts sex.

Content Warning: sex, body talk, language

Extra Reading: Sex and the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Movie superheroes are being scrubbed of desire (Salon)

Next Week: The Evolution of Thor (with special guest Erin Beasley)

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