Superheroes inspire us and help us believe we can do all that we set our minds to. Black superhero stories, however, don’t always reach mainstream audiences, leaving young Black children few characters to identify with. Host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show writer, Ashton Womack, Daily Show senior producer, Aaron LaMarr Burleson, and contemporary artist, Hebru Brantley, to discuss how Black superhero stories have more capacity to bring authentic Black experiences to the big screen.    Beyond the Scenes is a podcast from The Daily Show. Listen to new episodes every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts, or watch at YouTube.com/TheDaily Show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlamagne Tha God discusses the Democrats' messaging problem, spectrum of conservatism in the Black community, media's distortion of his words, and praises 'The Boondocks' creator Aaron McGruder featured in his new book.

Charlamagne tha God and Ashton Womack discuss the flaws in corporate DEI initiatives, the impact of racial biases on success, the importance of genuine leadership, and the need to amplify authentic voices in the black community's movements for liberation.

A discussion on the history and evolution of Black horror movies with guests including a Daily Show writer, a filmmaker, an author, and an educator. They explore personal fears, representation, and the significance of Black horror in reflecting black life and culture. The chapter also highlights the struggle for black representation in the film industry and insulting deaths in horror movies. Overall, they discuss the growth of the genre and the increasing presence of women in the industry.

Are we being brainwashed by cop shows? Daily Show producer Madeleine Kuhns and writer Ashton Womack join Roy to look at the legacy and popularity of policing onscreen, and how it shapes our relationship with police in the real world.Original air date: September 28, 2021Beyond the Scenes is a podcast from The Daily Show. Listen to new episodes every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts, or watch at YouTube.com/TheDaily ShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.