CEREBRO

Connor Goldsmith
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CEREBRO

CEREBRO is a podcast about Marvel's Merry Mutants, the Uncanny X-Men, hosted by Connor Goldsmith. Each episode highlights one character. Tune in for a deep exploration of the 58-year history of this enduring, revolutionary franchise! www.cerebrocast.com www.patreon.com/cerebrocast

  1. Episode 119: Idie Okonkwo (feat. Murewa Ayodele)

    FEB 26

    Episode 119: Idie Okonkwo (feat. Murewa Ayodele)

    In Episode 119 of CEREBRO, Connor and Marvel writer Murewa Ayodele (Storm, I Am Iron Man) heat things up with the inimitable Idie Okonkwo! Created by Matt Fraction, Kieron Gillen, and Whilce Portacio for the series Generation Hope, Idie — best known by the codename Oya — was one of the first post-Decimation mutants to manifest following the messianic arrival of Hope Summers. A devout Catholic teenager from rural Nigeria, Idie was hunted as a witch when her new powers over fire and ice catalyzed to disastrous effect. Her resulting self-loathing made her an unlikely superheroine, but in the 15 years since her debut she has played a critical thematic role in the X-Men franchise. After a memorable role in Victor LaValle's work during the First Krakoan Age, Idie has taken the new codename Temper as a regular team member in writer Jed McKay's current run on X-Men. The CEREBRO character file on Oya/Temper begins at 49:41. (Content Advisory: Idie's story includes racism, religious trauma, and the legacy of colonialism in Africa.) You can support CEREBRO on Patreon! Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    2h 48m
  2. Episode 118: Lilandra Neramani (feat. Josh Trujillo)

    JAN 31

    Episode 118: Lilandra Neramani (feat. Josh Trujillo)

    In Episode 118 of CEREBRO, Connor and Marvel/DC writer Josh Trujillo (What If? Gambit, Blue Beetle, Wiccan and Hulkling) play a game of thrones with the liberal Lilandra Neramani, Majestrix Shi'ar! Created by Chris Claremont and Dave Cockrum as the primary love interest for Charles Xavier, alien princess (and sometime empress) Lilandra became a major player in intergalactic politics and a frequent friend — but sometimes foe — of the X-Men. Her assassination in the 2009 cosmic event War of Kings was a devastating blow to social progress in the Shi'ar Imperium, but in recent years her daughter by Charles, Xandra, has taken the throne and worked to finally realize the reforms her mother championed. The CEREBRO character file on Lilandra begins at 51:27. (Content Advisory: Lilandra is the ruler of an imperial state built on conquest and slavery. She tries to improve things from within, but there's a lot of rough stuff in here. This episode also discusses current events in America and — without going into detail — the sexual misconduct allegations against Neil Gaiman.) You can support CEREBRO on Patreon! Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    5h 38m
  3. Episode 117: Yuriko Oyama (feat. Jordan Blok) — Part Two: Heavy Metal & Reflective

    12/27/2024

    Episode 117: Yuriko Oyama (feat. Jordan Blok) — Part Two: Heavy Metal & Reflective

    In Episode 117 of CEREBRO, Connor and fan favorite guest Jordan Blok go under the knife with Yuriko Oyama, the diabolical Lady Deathstrike! Created by Denny O'Neill and William Johnson as a brief love interest for Daredevil, the character was heavily reimagined by later writers as the ultimate woman of war, a key nemesis of the X-Man Wolverine and leader of the vicious cyborgs called the Reavers. A fan favorite character despite her evil history, in recent years Deathstrike has been portrayed as more of an antihero than a pure villain. This is Part Two of Two. Go back to Part One if you haven't heard it yet! Patreon subscribers now have exclusive access to the combined 9-hour Extended Mrs. Claws Mix. Jordan's curated Lady Deathstrike playlist, FINGERCRIMES, is available now on Spotify as a complement to this episode. (Content Advisory: Yuriko's story includes suicide, racism, child abuse, threatened sexual violence, torture, and genocide.) Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    4h 50m
  4. Episode 117: Yuriko Oyama (feat. Jordan Blok) — Part One: A Lady Deathstrike Christmas

    12/25/2024

    Episode 117: Yuriko Oyama (feat. Jordan Blok) — Part One: A Lady Deathstrike Christmas

    In Episode 117 of CEREBRO, Connor and fan favorite guest Jordan Blok go under the knife with Yuriko Oyama, the diabolical Lady Deathstrike! Created by Denny O'Neil and William Johnson as a brief love interest for Daredevil, the character was heavily reimagined by other writers (particularly Chris Claremont) as the ultimate woman of war, a key nemesis of the X-Man Wolverine and leader of the vicious cyborgs called the Reavers. A fan favorite character despite her evil history, in recent years Deathstrike has been portrayed as more of an antihero than a pure villain. The CEREBRO character file on Lady Deathstrike begins at 1:10:00. This is Part One of Two. The second half is coming soon! When it drops, Patreon subscribers will also get exclusive access to the combined Extended Mrs. Claws Mix. Jordan's curated Lady Deathstrike playlist, FINGERCRIMES, is available now on Spotify as a complement to this episode. (Content Advisory: Yuriko's story includes suicide, racism, child abuse, sexual violence, torture, and genocide.) Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    4h 4m
  5. CEREBRO Appendix: Astra (feat. Holly Raymond)

    12/05/2024

    CEREBRO Appendix: Astra (feat. Holly Raymond)

    Hey there, Zalagang! Some scheduling issues have delayed the next episode of CEREBRO, but it should be in your ears for the holidays. Since it's been a minute — and a mysterious shadow early in the current run of Jed McKay's X-Men certainly looked like this beautiful weirdo — I've decided to release a CEREBRO Appendix episode publicly. This episode was originally released as a Patreon exclusive on August 9th, 2023. It's a fun sample of the joy awaiting you for just $5 dollars a month in the House of Z — especially as Holly will soon be my co-host for Krakoa Revisited, a Patreon series analyzing the five-year Krakoan arcs of every character already covered on CEREBRO. Thanks for your patience! More soon. In the latest installment of the CEREBRO Appendix, Dr. Holly Raymond of Temple University returns to the pod to talk about Astra, an extremely strange character. Created by Alan Davis, Fabian Nicieza, and Leinil Francis Yu, Astra is a retconned-in founding member of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants.  She loves cloning Magneto, for reasons. (Content Advisory: Astra's story includes torture, brainwashing, and Oedipal vibes.) The CEREBRO Appendix is a bonus episode series spotlighting characters who do not have a full Zaladane of 12 appearances, or who never get the personal focus that would merit a full episode of CEREBRO. Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    2h 25m
  6. Episode 116: Victor Borkowski (feat. Jay Jurden)

    11/08/2024

    Episode 116: Victor Borkowski (feat. Jay Jurden)

    In Episode 116 of CEREBRO, Connor and returning guest comedian Jay Jurden refuse to blend in with Victor Borkowski, the aggravating Anole! Created by Nunzio DeFillipis, Christina Weir, and Keron Grant, Victor is one of the more enduring characters from the Academy X generation. Devised for an 'issue story' about gay teen suicide that was ultimately nixed by Marvel editorial, in the decades since — like many in his age cohort — he has struggled to find a consistent role in the franchise. Things are looking up for the character, however, with his new gig as a regular cast member in NYX, written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly as part of the From the Ashes linewide relaunch. The CEREBRO character file on Anole begins at 46:33. (Content Advisory: Victor's story includes homophobia. This episode also discusses a storyline about suicide that was planned but never published.) You can support CEREBRO on Patreon! Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    3h 12m
  7. Bonus Episode: Iron Man #1 (feat. Spencer Ackerman)

    10/30/2024

    Bonus Episode: Iron Man #1 (feat. Spencer Ackerman)

    Hey there, Zalagang! Today I'm joined by beloved friend of the pod Spencer Ackerman for a very special bonus episode: a discussion of his new ongoing title Iron Man! The first arc of this new run picks up from Gerry Duggan's finale, following Tony Stark as he struggles to recover from a catastrophic injury — while also fending off a hostile takeover by the nefarious board of directors Feilong appointed in his absence. It features stunning art by Julius Ohta and a cavalcade of glamorous supervillainesses. I loved it. This episode contains FULL SPOILERS for Iron Man #1, so please read the issue before listening. You can support CEREBRO on Patreon! Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 28m
  8. Bonus Episode: Storm #1 (feat. Murewa Ayodele)

    10/02/2024

    Bonus Episode: Storm #1 (feat. Murewa Ayodele)

    Hey there, Zalagang! Today I'm joined by Marvel writer Murewa Ayodele (I Am Iron Man) to discuss his new title Storm, which debuts today as part of the From the Ashes relaunch! This new solo series follows Ororo Munroe as she attempts to establish herself as a local superheroine in Atlanta, Georgia, while juggling her obligations to both mutantkind and the Avengers. At the same time, she must assert herself responsibly as a global political figure after her time as Regent of Arakko. This episode contains FULL SPOILERS for Storm #1, so please read the issue before listening. You can support CEREBRO on Patreon! Our Sponsors: * Check out Mood and use my code CEREBRO for a great deal: https://mood.com/cerebro Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 18m
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    CEREBRO is a podcast about Marvel's Merry Mutants, the Uncanny X-Men, hosted by Connor Goldsmith. Each episode highlights one character. Tune in for a deep exploration of the 58-year history of this enduring, revolutionary franchise! www.cerebrocast.com www.patreon.com/cerebrocast

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    • Creator
      Connor Goldsmith
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
    • Episodes
      139
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      Explicit
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      © Connor Goldsmith
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