A conversation about Mind Control and Sexual Assault (sensitive content warning)... featuring Susan Kirtley, Jessica Baldanzi, Carrie Harris, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, and Marsheila Rockwell

Episode description

(Sensitive content warning) Chad hosts a panel discussion featuring Susan Kirtley, Jessica Baldanzi, Carrie Harris, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, and Marsheila Rockwell all about the portrayal of mind control powers in comic books used for sexual assault. Chad (a survivor of sexual abuse) frames the conversation around stories from the 1940s, 60s, 70s, 80s, and 2000s, showing the evolution of this topic over time.

Following the Trials of Mastermind and Mesmero, which portray evidence of the removal of a woman's will, forcing them to submit to sexual assault, a more focused discussion was needed. This one has some weight to it. Give it a listen, and take care of yourself along the way.