• Because That's What Heroes Do

  • By: Tom Fox
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Because That's What Heroes Do

By: Tom Fox
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  • Join two confirmed MCU uber-greeks, co-hosts Megan Dougherty and Tom Fox as the explore the MCU and beyond. They look at movies, series and all things MCU to indulgence in their love for all things MCU.
    2022
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  • Deep Space 9- Move Along Home

    Deep Space 9- Move Along Home
    May 3 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That's What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favortie 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration they are joined by DS9 maven, Alex Murphy, (Murphy) who lives in Montreal, Quebec, where he’s been a cook, baker and general kitchen grunt for twenty-some odd years. Off duty he is a local historian, cinema and tv fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don't miss out on the exciting new season of Because That's What Heroes Do! We continue our exploration of DS9 with a review of the 9th show from the first seaons, Move Along Home. Character development is a critical aspect that breathes life into the personas on the small screen, allowing audiences to form a deeper connection with the characters' journeys and evolutions. Megan, Tom, and Murphy all share an appreciation for this intricate process as seen in episodes of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Dougherty, having a penchant for character-driven narratives, revels in the in-depth exploration of characters and relationships, attributing this richness to longer television series. Similarly, Fox emphasizes the significance of longer seasons for leisurely, character-centric episodes to fully convey growth and evolution. Megan, on the other hand, finds delight in the subtle interactions and revelations of the characters, using these minute details to gauge their complexity and depth. Their perspectives, although distinct, are shaped by their shared intrigue for the multifaceted nature of character development. Highlights · Character Development and Aesthetics in Deep Space Nine · Transformation and Growth in DS9 · Assertive Constable Odo · Evolution of the Characters in several Star Trek Series · Evolution of Fatherhood in Star Trek Families Resources Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    30 mins
  • Deep Space 9 - Emissary

    Deep Space 9 - Emissary
    Apr 19 2024
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do. In this season, they take a deep dive into their favorite 15 episodes of Deep Space 9. In this exploration, they are joined by DS9 maven Alex Murphy, who lives in Montreal, Quebec, where he’s been a cook, baker, and general kitchen grunt for twenty-some odd years. Off duty, he is a local historian, cinema, and TV fan with a love for weird foreign films, all things horror, and obscure media. He has been watching Trek since he was a tiny punk, and it’s been a lifelong love. Don’t miss out on the exciting new season of Because That’s What Heroes Do! They begin their exploration of DS9 with a review of the series opening premier, Emissary. The Star Trek: Deep Space Nine pilot episode, “Emissary,” serves as a compelling entry point into the series, featuring intricate relationships, spiritual themes, and a blend of science fiction and real-world elements. Megan Dougherty, Tom Fox, and Murphy each offer their unique perspectives on the episode, based on their own experiences and backgrounds. Dougherty views the concept of the emissary as a fascinating blend of science fiction and spirituality, where she finds the reluctance of character Sisko to embrace his role as the emissary intriguing and ironical. Fox, on the other hand, sees “Emissary” as a successful continuation of The Next Generation’s midseason, appreciating the focus on Sisko’s character development and the strategic transition from the previous series to Deep Space Nine. Murphy shares Fox’s sentiment, recognizing the fluid storytelling and Sisko’s growth, along with the spiritual aspect and portrayal of the emissary. Through their unique perspectives, Dougherty, Fox, and Murphy underscore the captivating complexity of Star Trek’s “Emissary.” Highlights: Deep Space Nine’s Emissary—the Pilot Episode Catalytic Confrontation: Picard and Sisko’s Evolution Prophetic Journey: Sisko’s Spiritual Awakening Bajor’s Economic Boon: The Stable Wormhole Cultural Contrasts Between Bajorans and Cardassians Father-Son Relationship Development in DS9 Resources: Megan Dougherty LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    39 mins
  • Loki, Season 2, Episode 6 - Glorious Purpose

    Loki, Season 2, Episode 6 - Glorious Purpose
    Dec 8 2023
    Get ready for an exciting new season of Because That's What Heroes Do. In it, Tom and Megan review Loki, Season 2. In this episode, we discuss the penultimate Episode 6-Science Fiction, we reach the conclusion of this time-bending series. In the sixth of six episodes of Loki-Season 2, viewers are treated to the full transformation of Loki, the God of Mischief, into a pivotal character responsible for the stability of the timeline has sparked a wave of speculation and anticipation for his role in future multiverse movies. Tom views Loki's transformation as a significant and impressive development, speculating on the future of Loki's character and the intriguing possibilities it presents. Megan found Loki's journey and transformation to be well-executed and emotionally impactful, expressing hope for the character's continued evolution, but also acknowledging the potential for further expansion of his story in the MCU. Join Tom Fox and Megan Dougherty as they delve deeper into the final episode of Loki Season 2 in the latest episode of the Because That's What Heroes Do podcast. Highlights The Profound Transformation of Loki The Unbelievable and Gorgeous New TVA Loki's Unexpected Transformation and Multiverse Destiny Resources Megan Dougherty  LinkedIn One Stone Creative Twitter Tom  Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    16 mins
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