I take a look at alternatives to “Harry Potter,” and two main obstacles to trying to avoid or lessen its presence on popular culture.
Media
Various media topics, including comics, animation, movies, TV, and diversity issues.
The cost of going to the movies versus renting or streaming
A look at what it costs in 2025 to go to the movies, versus streaming or renting a film at home.
What are the first American TV cartoons starring original Black characters?
A look at the first American TV cartoons to feature original Black characters (not tied to any licensed property, celebrity, sports team, etc.).
“Fairly OddParents: A New Wish,” “Suicide Squad: Dream Team” win 2025 GLAAD Media Awards
“The Fairly OddParents” reboot and a Suicide Squad comic are among the winners at the 2025 GLAAD Media Awards.
April 2025 media picks and news
A look at what media of interest is coming out in April 2025, including a new season of “Doctor Who.”
What’s the first American TV cartoon starring an original female character?
I take a look at the first American TV cartoons with female characters as the top-billed stars.
Women’s History Month and media
For Women’s History Month, here’s a roundup post highlighting my previous posts about women in media, including comics, animation, and video games.
Media companies that still support DEI (and alternatives to ones that don’t)
A look at major media companies that still support diversity initiatives, and alternatives to companies that roll back DEI efforts.
“Flow” wins the 2025 Oscar for Animated Feature
“Flow” is the Animated Feature winner at the 2025 Academy Awards. Meanwhile, Hulu managed to botch their first-ever live-streaming of the Oscars.
March 2025 media picks and news
A look at media of interest coming out in March 2025, including the Oscars, March Madness, and the release of a theatrical Looney Tunes movie.