In this episode, Derrick Slanger, also known as Avatar Slang, delves into the intersection of fiction, fandom, and nerd culture with special guest Murewa Ayodele, a writer for Marvel Comics. They discuss Murewa's journey from independent writing to working with Marvel, his cultural influences, and the creation of iconic characters like Storm. The conversation also touches on the challenges and triumphs of breaking into the comic industry and the importance of representation in storytelling.
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