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Just in time for the Wonder Woman movie, we’re starting our Wonder Woman 75 series with “Wonder Woman: The True Amazon” by Jill Thompson. In this graphic novel, artist/author Thompson gives us a reinvention of Diana’s origin story, covering her youth and the actions that led her to leave Paradise Island. We talk about morality, consequences, friendship, and that achingly gorgeous art. Not just a fantastic Wondy story, this may be one of the best cape comics we’ve ever read for the show. Plus, Jen finally saw Guardians of the Galaxy 2!

To hear past episodes or see what’s coming up, go to www.WelcometoComics.com. Support the show today at www.patreon.com/WelcometoComics.

Next week: “The Legend of Wonder Woman” by Renae De Liz.

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The last title in our ‘Turns Out It Was Good’ series is “Bitch Planet: Extraordinary Machine” by Kelly Sue DeConnick. In this sexploitation-style dystopian satire, non-conforming women are sent away for “rehabilitation” on Bitch Planet. We discuss the constructs of gender, sexism, feminism, and intersectionality through this unique sci-fi lens. We get deep and we get a little ranty. Plus, there’s a little Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 discussion up top.

To see what’s coming up next or hear previous episodes, visit www.WelcometoComics.com. Support the show today and check out bonus content at www.patreon.com/WelcometoComics.

Next week: “Wonder Woman: The True Amazon” by Jill Thompson

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This week, we tackle “ODY-C: Off to Far Ithicaa” by Matt Fraction. In this psychedelic, gender-broke re-envisioning of Homer’s Odyssey, Odyssia tries to get her crew home in face of dangers mortal and Olympian. We talk about all the unavoidables: the insane art, the imagery, and the gender complexities. This book begs to be talked about the second you put it down.

For past episodes or to see what’s coming next, go to www.WelcometoComics.com. Support the show and gain access to cool perks at www.patreon.com/WelcometoComics.

Next week: “Bitch Planet: Extraordinary Machine” by Kelly Sue DeConnick.

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