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Gendered Language: X-Men, X-Women, or X-People?

Published June 5, 2013 Comics , Gender in Comics , Women in Comics 7 Comments
Tags: comic books, diversity in comics, female comic book characters, feminism in comics, gender in comics, Kris Anka's redesign, Marvel comics, Marvel heroes, superheroines, women in comics, X-Men

This past Wednesday, the female-lead X-Men #1 by Brian Wood and Olivier Coipel hit the stands. The reviews have been overwhelmingly positive and I’m happy to report that it’s well worth a buy.

The series’ all-woman cast has led to a lively Internet discussion with many questioning the appropriateness of the comic’s gendered title. At first, I thought there might be some validity to the criticism, but the more I reflect on Marvel’s decision, the more I think that they made the right call. Continue reading ‘Gendered Language: X-Men, X-Women, or X-People?’

Did DC Just Introduce a New “Sexy” Red Tornado?

Published May 17, 2013 Comics , Gender in Comics , Women in Comics 6 Comments
Tags: comic books, DC comics, diversity in comics, female comic book characters, superheroines, women in comics, women of color in comics

DC’s May “Channel 52” back-up feature (aptly renamed “Channel 2” for its Earth 2 coverage) features a glimpse of the New 52’s Red Tornado.

Guess what! She got DC’s patented New 52 Sexy Makeover™!

It’s disappointing to see one of DC’s only full-figured characters reimagined with the same cookie-cutter body type as the rest. I assume this is a new Red Tornado (I very much doubt there’s supposed to be a skinny Ma Hunkel under that cooking pot) but it’s still part of DC’s larger homogenization of body types. We all remember what the New 52 did to Amanda “The Wall” Waller. Continue reading ‘Did DC Just Introduce a New “Sexy” Red Tornado?’

2012 Superhero Census Update

Published May 16, 2013 Comics , Gender in Comics , Race in Comics , Women in Comics Leave a Comment
Tags: Avengers, black superheroes, comic books, DC comics, diversity in comics, female comic book characters, gender in comics, gender studies, Justice League, LGBTQ superheroes, Marvel comics, Marvel heroes, minority superheroes, superheroes, superheroes of color, superheroines, women in comics, women of color in comics, X-Men

I just want to give a quick update on the status of my 2012 Superhero Census.

All of the raw data has been collected. It’s a massive amount and information and includes roughly 250 characters that appear across more than 300 individual comics.

Right now, I’m having a few associates proof the collected sex, race, and sexual orientation of all the characters. I’m also working out the best way to display the data. Once I get all the finer points ironed out I’ll publish a series of post examining the results so make sure to stay tune!

Transgender Comic Characters Come Out: ‘Batgirl’s’ Alysia and ‘FF’s’ Tong

Published May 13, 2013 Comics , Gender in Comics 3 Comments
Tags: comic books, DC comics, diversity in comics, feminism in comics, gender in comics, gender studies, LGBTQ superheroes, Marvel comics, Marvel heroes, minority superheroes

Transgender characters are still a rarity in superhero comics but hopefully this is changing. Just last month, each of The Big Two featured comics in which a transgender character comes out.

I’m thoroughly enjoying Matt Fraction’s run on FF. It’s a fun, offbeat book with a lot going for it. Mike Allred’s art and a Fraction written She-Hulk both stand out, but it’s Mik, Korr, Turg, and Tong that really steal the show.

As if I didn’t dig these four little Moloids enough, this touching scene graced the pages of FF#6. Continue reading ‘Transgender Comic Characters Come Out: ‘Batgirl’s’ Alysia and ‘FF’s’ Tong’

Journey into Awesome is Now on Facebook

Published April 23, 2013 Uncategorized 3 Comments
Tags: comic books, diversity in comics, feminism in comics, Journey into Awesome, journeyintoawesome, superheroes of color, superheroines

In case you haven’t noticed, Journey into Awesome is on Facebook!

If you haven’t already, head over to the Journey into Awesome Facebook page and give us a “like” to inject a little bit of awesome into your news feed. Hell, I may even share a few cat photos. The Internet still likes cat photos, right? Maybe I’ll find some dressed up as superheroes or something…

‘Wonder Women!’ Documentary Explores Wonder Woman’s Impact on Feminism and Pop Culture

Published April 19, 2013 Comics , Women in Comics 4 Comments
Tags: comic books, DC comics, diversity in comics, female comic book characters, feminism in comics, gender in comics, gender studies, sexism in comics, sociology in comics, superheroines, women in comics, women in refrigerators, womens studies

I’ve been looking forward to seeing this independent documentary since I first saw the trailer last year. I finally got my chance earlier this week when Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines aired on PBS’s Independent Lens. Continue reading ‘‘Wonder Women!’ Documentary Explores Wonder Woman’s Impact on Feminism and Pop Culture’

Rick Remender, the Mutant Oppression Metaphor, and the ‘M-Word’

Published April 10, 2013 Comics , Race in Comics 19 Comments
Tags: Avengers, black superheroes, comic books, diversity in comics, gender in comics, Marvel comics, Marvel heroes, minority superheroes, superheroes of color, X-Men

In Uncanny Avengers #5, writer Rick Remender included a speech advocating cultural assimilation and the abandonment of a minority’s cultural identity. Needless to say, this has caused a bit of an uproar.

Before we get to the speech, here’s a little background.

For decades, mutants have served as an oppression metaphor in Marvel comics. The term “mutant,” unlike the derogatory “mutie” or “freak,” is the culturally accepted term used to refer to an individual who naturally develops (i.e. is born with) active or latent superhuman abilities. These individuals are largely marginalized and discriminated against. Continue reading ‘Rick Remender, the Mutant Oppression Metaphor, and the ‘M-Word’’

LGBTQ Superhero Marriage Equality Memes (Vol. 2)

Published April 5, 2013 Comic Book Memes , Comics , Gender in Comics 7 Comments
Tags: Avengers, comic books, DC comics, diversity in comics, female comic book characters, gender in comics, LGBT superheroes, LGBTQ superheroes, Marvel comics, Marvel heroes, minority superheroes, women in comics, X-Men

‘Stormwatch’s’ Apollo and Midnighter Kissing

I enjoyed making the first batch of LGBTQ superhero marriage equality memes so much that I decided to do another. Plus, as Baby Nightsoil pointed out in the comments, there are a few major same-sex comic book couples that I overlooked in the first round.

Just like last time, if there’s one you like, please feel free to pass it around, use it as your profile pic, etc. but please include a link back to my site. Continue reading ‘LGBTQ Superhero Marriage Equality Memes (Vol. 2)’

Women’s History Month Superheroine Spotlight: Wonder Woman

Published March 31, 2013 Comics , Women in Comics 66 Comments
Tags: comic books, DC comics, diversity in comics, female comic book characters, feminism in comics, gender in comics, gender studies, Justice League, sexism in comics, sociology in comics, superheroines, women in comics, womens studies

Today, the last day of Women’s History Month, I’d like to take a closer look at the most influential and recognizable superheroine in comics, Wonder Woman.

She may not be the the first comic book superheroine or even the first heroine to star in her own comic, but you can’t deny the impact that Wonder Woman has had on the history of comics and our culture as a whole.

As a character with strong feminist roots, Wonder Woman has certainly seen her share of ups and downs throughout her publication. Continue reading ‘Women’s History Month Superheroine Spotlight: Wonder Woman’

LGBTQ Superhero Marriage Equality Memes

Published March 29, 2013 Comic Book Memes , Comics , Gender in Comics 4 Comments
Tags: Avengers, comic books, diversity in comics, LGBT superheroes, LGBTQ superheroes, Marvel comics, Marvel heroes, superheroes, X-Men

Andy Khouri’s Batwoman and The Question marriage equality meme

Shamelessly inspired by Andy Khouri’s excellent Batwoman and The Question marriage equality meme, I’ve decided to make a few of my own.

I considered making my own Batwoman meme, but ultimately decided that Khouri’s was perfect and I should just focus on some other LGBTQ superheroes.

If you see one you like, please feel free to use it as your profile pic, pass it around, etc. If you do, a link back would be appreciated. Continue reading ‘LGBTQ Superhero Marriage Equality Memes’

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