From rebellion leaders to scream queens and everything in-between, women have shaped sci-fi and fantasy since its inception. Each week Fangrrls founder & managing editor Cher Martinetti, contributing editor and author Preeti Chhibber, and associate editor Courtney Enlow celebrate the countless badass women in geek culture through funny, witty, and unfiltered deep dives into the nerdverse.
Credited as the first female writer to write Wonder Woman, Mindy Newell's writing brought about a much needed change to DC comics in the 80s. But what could have been a long career was cut short due to sexism and harassment. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Quentin Tarantino is hailed as one of the most distinctive storytellers of his generation thanks to his nonlinear style and aesthetic. But everything that gave a Tarantino movie its trademark edge was thanks to his long-time editor, the late Sally Menke. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
This week, Cher, Preeti and Courtney get pulled back in by the Ghostbusters, say thank god for Emma Thompson, and celebrate today's Forgotten Woman of Genre: Helen Gibson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Alfred Hitchcock is hailed as one of the most influential filmmakers in cinema history. And it was his wife Alma Reville who often worked tirelessly alongside her husband as his cowriter, co-director, editor, and script doctor who is chiefly responsible for making Psycho one of the most famous movies ever made. But history may have given her the rawest deal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
The final girl trope has become synonymous with the horror genre. We take a closer look at the trope and the woman who coined the phrase, Carol Clover. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
1977's Star Wars is one of the biggest movies of all time. It changed the film industry and pop culture forever. But if it weren't for creator George Lucas' ex-wife and partner Marcia Lucas, the world may have never known the epic saga that took place in a galaxy far, far away. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
By all accounts, ET is the movie that made Steven Spielberg a king of the film industry. But not enough people know about the woman who helped place the crown on his head. This is the story of Melissa Mathison, an exceptional screenwriter who gave sci-fi it's heart and whose influence and legacy are reflected on big and small screens to this day. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Science fiction finally evolved from a niche genre into a mainstream staple. But the women who have been instrumental in creating and shaping the nerdverse have largely gone unrecognized. Until today. Forgotten Women of Genre tells the stories of the women who helped some of the most famous fantasy worlds become a reality. New episodes of this series will be released each day in the month of March, in addition to regularly scheduled episodes of STRONG FEMALE CHARACTERS. See Privacy Policy at htt...
This week, Cher, Preeti and Courtney drink fanboy tears over Captain Marvel, mourn Jessica Jones and Punisher, bust some "vengeful woman" tropes, and play a Spring edition of Frak, Marry, Kill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
This week, the grrl gang's all here as Preeti, Cher and Courtney discuss Vic Mignogna, bid a not-so-fond farewell to Jared Leto's Joker, play a horrific game of Reboot, Remake, Ruin, and talk to Nafessa Williams aka Black Lightning's Thunder, TV's first black lesbian superhero. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
This week, Cher and returning guest co-host and fellow FANGRRL Courtney Enlow are joined by a very special third guest co-host, American Gods star Yetide Badaki to discuss sex gods, the male counterpart to the Manic Pixie Dream Girl, and even get a little bit Wicked. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
This week, Cher and returning guest co-host and fellow FANGRRL Courtney Enlow thaw from the polar vortex, rant about anti-vaxxers, and Cher plays an '80s-themed Frak Marry Kill with Deadly Class star Lana Condor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
This week, Cher and returning guest co-host and fellow FANGRRL Courtney Enlow discuss the chilling expose on Bryan Singer, followed by a much-needed palate cleanser of Japanese mascot culture, and Preeti talks to New York Times best-selling author Holly Black about the power of female anger. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
On this week's Strong Female Characters, Cher, Preeti and Courtney discuss Preeti's big Spider-Man novel news, the (other) Ghostbusters reboot, and celebrate John Wick—both the new Parabellum trailer and the first film in the franchise. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
On this week's Strong Female Characters, Cher and Courtney talk about infuriating John Lasseter news, the nauseating Chris Pratt engagement announcement, share their favorite GOATs, and play a game of Reboot, Remake, Ruin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Cher & Courtney breakdown their favorite Golden Globes moments and some crazy news stories, and Battlestar Galactica's Tricia Helfer shares what it's like to watch BSG 15 years later. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
2018 is nearly, finally, over, and Strong Female Characters is looking back over the year to settle some very important debates. Cher, Preeti, and guest co-host Courtney Enlow, get the definitive answer on who was the biggest thirst trap, who wins best Chris, and who walks away as Shero of the Year, with a little help from our fellow FANGRRLS, of course. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
This week on Strong Female Characters we’re sitting down with Christina Hodson, the writer of Bumblebee, to talk about her love of Transformers, the power of female protagonists, and her advice for young writers looking to break in. Plus, with the release of two big Marvel trailers, we break down our first impressions of Captain Marvel and Avengers: Endgame, and mourn the death of Cap’s Beard. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...
This week on Strong Female Characters, we're sitting down with Sana Amanat and Judy Stephens of the Women of Marvel podcast to discuss all things Marvel, creating your own space in a male dominated industry, and being stronger than you think you are. Plus, Cher and Preeti discuss some of the latest headlines, including the Handmaid's Tale sequel, a live-action Cowboy Bebop, and some very specific questions we have about Captain America. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...
This week on Strong Female Characters, we're talking to the Boulet Brothers, who have made a name for themselves in the LA drag scene for their horror infused performance. They talk to us all about how they got started, what drag and horror mean to them -- and the similar space they share -- and how they've introduced some of their favorite horror films to their television show, Dragula. Plus, Cher and Preeti discuss the latest news, including a ballet that doesn't -- but definitely should -- st...
The Satanic Temple is suing Netflix, Disney wants a Bucky/Falcon buddy cop series, and a woman marries a ghost?! There's a lot going on this week and Cher and Preeti have so many questions, like how do you travel internationally when you're dead? And who are some of your favorite sexy ghosts? Plus, with Ralph Breaks the Internet on the horizon, author Marissa Meyer stopped by to talk about the proliferation of princesses, why we love them, and how they aren't so different from modern superheroes...
Cher and Preeti talk about some of their favorite Halloween-themed Strong Female Characters, and celebrate the 30th anniversary of Elvria, Mistress of the Dark with the woman herself. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Witches are having a moment right now, especially in popular culture. Between A Discovery of Witches, a brand new Charmed on The CW, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina coming to Netflix, and a surge in popularity for New Age ideas, the spellbinding sisterhood is everywhere. In this episode, we sit down with Zoraida Cordova, author of the Brooklyn Brujas series, to explore the feminist roots of these magical beliefs, and shed light on some lesser known traditions. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...
It’s our first ever LIVE SHOW recorded at The Greenroom 42 in New York City during this year's New York Comic Con. We’re kicking off Season Two of Strong Female Characters by debating some of the thirstiest moments of the last year. Cher and Preeti are joined on stage by Bim Adewunmi and Nicole Perkins of Buzzfeed’s Thirst Aid Kit to discuss everything from the bearded Chris Evans to the wonders of lighting Thor and give Keanu Reeves characters the FMK treatment. See Privacy Policy at https://ar...
Did you miss us as much as we missed you? Well, we're back & have some epic things in store for season 2. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Cher & Preeti talk about Solo and all of their very may thirsts in genre with Big Adewunmi and Nichole Perkins from Buzzfeed's Thirst Aid Kit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Cher & Preeti have a few (seriously, a very few) thoughts about Deadpool 2 and some news about Strong Female Characters. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Cher & Preeti have a lot of feelings about Infinity War and the future of the MCU. Stephanie Williams, formerly of Misty Knight's Uninformed Afro, guests. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
It's Star Wars Day! Cher, Preeti and guests Delilah Dawson (author of Captain Phasma) and Annalise Ophelian (Looking for Leia) talk about their love for Star Wars, Leia, and navigating the fandom before it made space for it's female fans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Former Black Girl Nerds writers Kayla Marie & Joelle Monique and writer Clarkisha Kent join Cher to discuss the aftermath of Universal FanCon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
