Listen "Literature & Social Studies: Leah Williams and Excalibur"
Episode Synopsis
Colby, Jordan, Superintendant Todd, and Leah Williams explore Leah's journey into comic writing, her experiences with the X-Men universe, and the collaborative nature of storytelling in comics. Leah shares her unique origin story, the challenges of writing for established characters, and her vision for Krakoa, emphasizing themes of healing, community, and the importance of humor in storytelling. The discussion also touches on the role of editors and the impact of classic series like Excalibur on her work. In this conversation, Leah Williams discusses her journey in writing for the X-Men series, focusing on the representation of queerness and the challenges faced in bringing LGBTQ+ characters to the forefront. She reflects on her experiences with characters like Betsy and Rachel, the importance of queer representation in comics, and her love for Nightcrawler. The discussion also touches on The Uncanny Experience, where we recruited Leah!
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