Representation in Marvel: 5 Diverse Characters in the Marvel Comics (Ep. 23)
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About the Episode
Diversity and inclusion is always an important topic, but it’s especially relevant right now. This month has been huge for the Black Lives Matter movement, and it’s also Pride month! In this episode, Ellie showcases 5 diverse characters in the Marvel comics, including a queer Latinx woman, a kickass Muslim teenager, and a proud LGBTQ+ couple.
Black Lives Matter
We’re both big allies of the Black Lives Matter movement. We record these episodes far in advance, and it just so happens that this episode seems especially important to share right now. Here are some of the ways you can help support the BLM movement: blacklivesmatters.carrd.co
Characters Mentioned
- Kamala Khan – Ms Marvel
- Jean-Paul Beaubier – Northstar
- Riri Williams – Ironheart
- America Chavez – Miss America
- Billy and Teddy – Wiccan and Hulking