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X-Men
X-Men 97
Storm
The Power Fantasy
Marvel
Krakoa
Queer Representation
Nostalgia
Kieron Gillen
Comics
Anime
Marvel Rivals
Animation
Character Arcs
Representation
What If
Rap
Jean Grey
Scavengers Reign
Comic Book Queers

Pop culture chaos and cleverness from your new favourite Black & Queer nerds! If we’re in it, behind it or with it, me and a guest are there.

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Latest Episodes

Pull up a chair, we're getting into weapon X!

• The Nail Salon

• Hating your colleagues

• Not fucking with the brood

• Poor planning and worse vibes

• More singing!

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Come in and get your life as we continue the run through Season 2 of X-Men 9... more

The 97 Sessions are BACK!

Khalid and I have sat, meditated, discussed and disputed over the three launch episodes of the new season of X-Men '97. But we wanted this to really hit, so we're joined on the third chair by no other than 1/2 of the Hivemi... more

Preview of our #XMen97 discussion of S2 EP 1/2/3 with Khalid, me and Jackson Lanzing. I'm not gonna give too much away here, but have a little taste of what's coming.

(Full ep with you imminently 👀 !)

So, Jade come to me and told me I'd be a believer in this theory that marketing is central to anime, not just in the medium but in the stories themselves (and even in the real world). After dropping probably the best debut episode in this pod's histo... more

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Recent Guests

Jackson Lanzing
Comic book writer, Eisner nominee
Marvel, The Hive Mind (with Colin Kelly)
Episode: 97 Sessions (preview)
Connor Goldsmith
Writer/creator
Self-published with Josh Cornelius
Episode: ASH& Connor + Josh: Creating Mimi Green and being famous (part 2)
Josh Cornelius
Artist/co-creator
Self-published with Connor Goldsmith
Episode: ASH& Connor + Josh: Creating Mimi Green and being famous (part 2)
Josh Trujillo
Artist and co-creator of Mimi Greene
Self / Dark Horse collaboration
Episode: ASH& Connor + Josh: Creating Mimi Green and being famous (part 1)
Mars Hayward
Long-time comic creator, creator of Ride or Die (Mars Hayward online alias: Marzoid)
Ride or Die (creator)
Episode: ASH& Mars: Creating Black Queer webcomic Ride or Die
DJ Benhameen
DJ, host of Before All Nerds show
Before All Nerds
Episode: ASH& DJ Benhameen: Jimi Hendrix Purple Haze and being a Black comic creator!
Kieron Gillen
Comic writer known for his work on Marvel Comics and original works like Wiccan Divine and Die.
Self-employed comic writer
Episode: What shaped The Power Fantasy and what's next? (ft Kieron Gillen)
Josh Awol
Artist who specializes in character design and is passionate about the X-Men series.
Episode: How do you style Black Mutants (ft @JoshAwol)
Murewa Ayodele
A comic book writer from Nigeria, currently writing the Storm ongoing series for Marvel Comics.
Marvel Comics
Episode: Let's talk about the upcoming Storm book! (ft @Murewayodele)

Host

Ashley
Host of ASH, frequently leading discussions on marketing, comics, and nerd culture with a focus on Black queer perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • Volume

    Very good podcast but I wish the audio wasn’t so low. Running through my playlist I always have to stop and turn this one up. Then I have to stop and turn it down when it’s over or I have someone screaming in my ear.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ericho247365
    United States3 years ago
  • X of joy

    Short, smart, very funny and insightful takes on our merry band of Mutants!

    Love

    @NSnikt on Twitter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jelcander
    Sweden4 years ago
  • WindDance Forever

    She is the BEST! The world needs MORE OF HER

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wind Dancer 5Ver
    United States5 years ago
  • Quick and engaging

    Host Ash and guest provide insightful and thought provoking discussion on the X-Men in a quick format podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ke222222
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic!!!!

    Love it! Great concept, quality and execution. FUN banter with interesting topics and questions. Would love it if it went longer, since discussions are so enticing to hear further! 30 minutes to 1 hour would be a dream!! ;)))) PS LOVE ACADEMY X = WIND DANCER FOREVER ALSO the host has a HOT voice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WindDancerForever
    United States5 years ago

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Audience notes that episodes are bite-sized but packed with thoughtful takes on comics and marketing.
Fans appreciate the authentic, inclusive perspective and guest variety.
Listeners praise concise, engaging conversations and strong host dynamics.
Production quality and guest depth are frequently highlighted as strong points.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

X-Men '97 S2 EP1/2/3 (with comic writer Jackson Lanzing and Khaliden Nas)
Q: What did you think of Jubilee's arc in episode two?
They discuss Jubilee's evolution from a street-smart survivor to a decisive activist, praising the balance of action and ideology and noting her standout moment in driving the episode's energy.
X-Men '97 S2 EP1/2/3 (with comic writer Jackson Lanzing and Khaliden Nas)
Q: Jackson, could you please give us your recap then for episode one?
He outlines the time-travel setup with Bishop and Forge, the reintroduction of Nathan Summers, and the tension around whether the past can be preserved without destroying the future, while highlighting the emotional beats between core mutants.
ASH& Connor + Josh: Creating Mimi Green and being famous (part 2)
Q: What would Mimi Green's Real Housewife tagline be?
They brainstorm multiple taglines reflecting her persona, including lines about being funny and not always nice, while acknowledging fan expectations and how to balance humor with candor in the character.
ASH& Connor + Josh: Creating Mimi Green and being famous (part 2)
Q: What excited and challenged you the most about writing/drawing the book?
Connor and Josh discuss the thrill of building something from the ground up with personal artistic control, the fear of big scope, and the ongoing challenge of balancing cliffhangers with four-issue structure to keep readers invested.
ASH& Connor + Josh: Creating Mimi Green and being famous (part 2)
Q: How did you decide to make the main character visually distinctive?
Josh explains that Mimi's roots growth, distinct yellow glasses, and carefully chosen fashion create immediate visual recognition so she could be identified at a glance in any scene, making her a memorable anchor across stories.

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The episodes feature a quick-witted duo exploring pop culture through a marketing, media, and identity lens, with a strong emphasis on Black queer creators and indie comics. Discussions span marketing tactics in anime, creator-owned projects, collaboration dynamics, and representation in comics and pop culture, often anchored by practical takeaways for creatives and brands. Noteworthy traits include high-energy hosts, candid banter, and a focus on authentic creator experiences, indie publishing, and fan engagement. The format tends to be fast, insight-forward, and accessible, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy sharp cultural analysis with pragmatic tips for PR, marketing, and sponsorship opportunities.

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2. Connor Goldsmith
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4. Josh Trujillo
5. Mars Hayward
6. DJ Benhameen
7. Kieron Gillen
8. Josh Awol

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