Cartoon review: “WordGirl”
Today’s cartoon review looks at “WordGirl,” a PBS Kids series that aired from 2007 to 2015.
Media
Various media topics, including comics, animation, movies, TV, and diversity issues.
Cartoon review: “Wild Kratts”
I take a look at PBS Kids’ “Wild Kratts,” an educational cartoon about zoology and ecology.
Cartoon musician heroes before “KPop Demon Hunters”
“KPop Demon Hunters” isn’t the first cartoon with musicians as heroes. I look at several cartoons featuring musicians who fight evil.
Warner Bros. is for sale (again); a look at its major properties
For the third time in a decade, Warner Bros. is for sale. What properties will the future owner need to deal with, as Warner’s more than just “Batman movies?”
November 2025 media picks and news
A look at November 2025 media of interest, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and a new “Prep & Landing” animated special.
The top cartoon-related Halloween costumes for 2025
Google’s released its list of the top Halloween costumes for 2025. Popular cartoon-based ones include “KPop Demon Hunters” and… DC Comics’ Nightwing?
A look at why manga has gone from niche to mainstream
Manga’s become popular among American comic readers, with strong sales in book channels. I look at reasons why manga’s become mainstream.
The 10 top-grossing Western animated films starring people of color (2025 edition)
A list of the 10 highest grossing Western animated films starring people of color, from “Moana” to “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”
October 2025 media picks and news
My thoughts on media of interest for October 2025, including a new “Peanuts” Blu-ray set, plus a price hike on Disney+ and Hulu.
10 favorite webcomics and comic strips (2025 edition)
A look at 10 of my favorite webcomics and comic strips for 2025, from “FoxTrot” to “Kyle’s Bed & Breakfast.”