In Part 2 of our comeback episode, the conversation turns toward culture, fandom, and representation as we break down Wicked: For Good, its early reception, and the intense response from fans across social media.

We discuss how audiences are reacting to the story and performances, and what the conversation reveals about nostalgia, adaptation, and fan entitlement. From excitement to backlash, we unpack why Wicked has become such a flashpoint — and what “for good” really means.

We also dive into (now Golden Globe winning) One Battle After Another, examining its themes and the controversial discourse surrounding the representation of Black women, how those portrayals land, and why media criticism matters — especially when audiences feel unseen or mischaracterized. This leads into a broader discussion about who gets empathy in storytelling, whose stories are centered, and how cultural narratives shape political perception.

This is Part 2 of a 3-part comeback conversation. Part 3 drops next week.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - One Battle After Another Discussion & Controversy

34:00 - Wicked: For Good Discussion

Intro : 4 Raws - EsDeeKid and Wraith9

Outro: Chillpeach - Purple: • [no copyright music] 'Purple' lofi ba...