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July 30, 2025 83 mins

In this final fictional character episode, we learn more about Wanda Maximoff (aka The Scarlet Witch). We explore her many origin stories along with her family, real or imagined. Then we cover Wanda’s interactions with others in the MCU and beyond and discuss her influence on those around her. We consider how she is viewed by audiences, whether she is a hero or a villain, and what that means to different fans. Lastly we discuss what Wanda means to the world of comic books and the MCU, and the impact she had had, be it good or bad.

 

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Hosts: Kimberly Kunkle and Rebecca L. Salois

Logo Design: Samantha Marmolejo

Music: Shawn P. Russell

Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell

Recording and Editing: Rebecca L. Salois

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Sources:

  • “The Scarlet Witch is one of the most influential characters in Marvel Comics History,” George Marston
  • “Marvel Comics: 10 Villains Who Became Avengers,” by Dalton Norman
  • “Let’s Rank Every Avenger Ever,” by Darren Franich
  • “Best female superheroes of all time ranked - our 15 favourites,” by Jo-Anne Rowney 
  • “Scarlet Witch is more than just a code name: The empowering meaning behind Wanda's moniker,” by Brandon Bush
  • A Cultural History of Anti-Feminism in Marvel’s Scarlet Witch, by Madison M. Kooba
  • Wanda Maximoff and Monstrous Motherhood By Erica Lafond
  • “With WandaVision, the MCU Has Already Been Kinder to Scarlet Witch Than Decades of Comics,” by Jamie Gerber 
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