Sophia Staite, a PhD candidate at the University of Tasmania, discusses her research on Kamen Rider and Super Sentai. She explores the cultural differences between Kamen Rider's popularity in Japan versus its adaptation in the West. The conversation delves into the origins of henshin poses, gender themes, and the emotional versus sitcom tones of adaptations. Sophia also highlights the 'Odagiri effect', the evolution of Kamen Rider's fandom, and her personal favorite season, Kamen Rider Kiva, showcasing its gothic allure.
