Politics of Marvel, Unstable housing

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A pair of experts join us to discuss the politics of the Marvel comic book and cinematic universe. Then, we talk to a housing advocate about the problems caused by unstable rental properties.

Featured in this Show

  • Examining the politics of the Marvel cinematic universe

    Marvel superhero movies have made billions of dollars, and they’re also filled with themes of social responsibility, public policy, and justice. We talk with a Wisconsin professor and her colleague about the politics of the Marvel universe.

  • Housing stability in the United States weaker than in other countries, experts say

    Studies show that in the United States, people often move between rental proprieties quicker than they do in Europe, often because of unstable housing. A housing advocate joins us to talk about the toll of unstable rental properties.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Trina La Susa Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Emilie Burditt Producer
  • Lilly Goren Guest
  • Nicholas Carnes Guest
  • Chris Krco Guest

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