Women of Marvel

In 2018, Judy spoke to video game journalists Andrea Rene, Terri Schwartz, and Allegra Frank about their collective experiences in the world of gaming. Today, Andrea joins Judy for a follow-up conversation about how the video game industry has changed since then, including how it has evolved to adapt to the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis. Eager to continue the conversation? If you’d like to hear from the perspectives of gamers, themselves, check out our previous interview with Jay-Ann Lopez and Chelsea Cueto of Black Girl Gamers: https://www.marvel.com/articles/digital-series/women-of-marvel-black-girl-gamers-inclusive-spaces Plus, exciting news! Women of Marvel has a new host! We’re thrilled to welcome Ellie Pyle to the family. With an impressive background in all facets of entertainment including video games, we think this episode is a perfect introduction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Women of Marvel is taking a step back to acknowledge the current state of unrest in the United States, and to stand in solidarity with the Black community. In place of an episode this week, Angélique Roché reflects on this moment and recommends five other podcasts to listen to. These are shows that give historical context to #BlackLivesMatter, amplify the work of journalists of color, and celebrate Black joy. Angélique Roché's list of recommended podcasts:Afropunk Solution Sessions: https://afropunk.com/solution-sessions/Code Switch: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510312/codeswitchThe Stoop: http://www.thestoop.org/Reveal: https://www.revealnews.org/episodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you were to combine Ironheart’s brilliance, Shuri’s technological prowess, and She-Hulk’s wit, you might end up with a character like Sammus. A rap artist, professor, sound designer, gamer, and much more, Sammus does it all. Through music that merges pop culture and poetry, and coursework that crosses academia with Afrofuturism, Sammus is certified Marvel material. Angélique recently called up Sammus to talk about her multi-faceted career, and how her nerdy passions continue to inspire her work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From arcade games to Iron Man VR, Marvel has been a mainstay of the gaming world since its humble beginnings. Today, the gaming community includes billions of players from all over the globe, including Jay-Ann Lopez and Chelsea Cueto, whose legions of followers comprise their gaming collective, Black Girl Gamers (BGG). Angélique and Judy recently called up Lopez and Cueto to discuss how BGG has paved the way for the future of the community by creating a safe, inclusive space for women of color in gaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Times best-selling author Nic Stone is a brilliant, inspirational writer of young-adult literature. Shuri is a brilliant, inspirational young adult in Marvel Comics. That’s why Stone’s newest book, “Shuri: A Black Panther Novel,” which debuts May 5, promises to be a brilliant, inspirational story, and a welcome addition to the Marvel pantheon of prose. Judy and Sana recently called Stone for an all-encompassing conversation about the ups and downs of her career, as well the influences behind her latest novel from Marvel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Magical beings of Marvel assemble to learn mystic arts and make hearts so dark tremble. Strange Academy, the newest book for your shelf — it has magic, it has New Orleans, it has the Doctor (Strange) himself! So Kathleen Wisneski, associate editor on the book, joins us today for a special inside look. Join our hosts Judy, Sana, and Angelique as they peek into this world of mystique. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Galactus cometh, Jennifer produceth, and Lauren writeth! In this behind-the-scenes look at MARVELS, the action-packed audio-fiction podcast based on the Kurt Busiek/Alex Ross graphic novel of the same name, writer Lauren Shippen and producer Jennifer Manel dish about the surreal experiences of bringing the Fantastic Four to the world of audio, working with actors Method Man and AnnaSophia Robb, and much much more. Make sure to listen to MARVELS, now available wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from C2E2 in Chicago, Judy Stephens hosts a ~ spicy ~ panel with celebrated writers Rainbow Rowell (Runaways), Eve Ewing (Champions), Gail Simone (Domino), and Leah Williams (X-Factor). They talk about pushing boundaries in comics, as well as what it’s like to step into Marvel’s long lineage of characters while keeping their own creative voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who is Spider-Man without his signature red and blue? Black Widow without her black suit? This episode highlights the critical role fashion plays in comics, through a discussion with fashion historian Dr. Valerie Steele about placing comic clothing in a cultural context, followed by a chat with artist Kris Anka about his process of designing (and re-designing) costumes for comic book characters. And if that wasn’t enough, Marvel Talent Relations Coordinator Emily Newcomen guest co-hosts! Emily draws from a wealth of Marvel experience, a degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology, and weekly Marvel #BestDressed posts on Twitter, lending some valuable expertise to this week’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When she started working at Marvel in the late 1970s, Jo Duffy was eager to make a splash. As a Marvel editor and writer, she worked on Power Man and Iron Fist, Doctor Strange, early Star Wars comics, and countless other titles. She tells Judy and Sana about her early days as a Super Hero fan, being one of the first women to work in the Marvel bullpen, and laying the groundwork for future women of Marvel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices