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Back to Pop Podcast: Your All-Access Pass to Pop Culture Icons
Dive headfirst into the vibrant world of pop culture with the “Back to Pop Podcast,” where we celebrate the legends and lore of the entertainment universe. From the visionaries behind the scenes to the iconic faces in front of the camera, we bring you exclusive, heart-to-heart conversations with the diverse talents that have shaped our cultural landscape.
“Back to Pop” is not just a podcast; it’s a vibrant dialogue with the movers and shakers of music, movies, TV, and comics. Each episode is a unique journey, offering you a front-row seat to the untold stories, creative inspirations, and behind-the-scenes insights from your favorite pop culture personalities.
“Back to Pop” is where nostalgia meets novelty, where we reminisce about classic moments while exploring the latest trends that are defining the future of entertainment. It’s your chance to hear from the legends you admire and the rising stars you’re curious about, all in one place.
So, if you’re looking to get your pulse on pop culture’s past, present, and future, tune into “Back to Pop Podcast.” Be part of a community that thrives on the excitement, creativity, and passion that pop culture brings into our lives. Join us, and let’s celebrate the stories that connect us all.
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The Storyteller Behind Jem, Conan, Babylon 5: and More Christy Marx Unplugged
In this powerhouse episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with legendary writer Christy Marx—the visionary behind Jem and the Holograms, a creative force on G.I. Joe, Spider-Man, Babylon 5, Conan the Adventurer, and so much more.
From pioneering emotional storytelling in Saturday morning cartoons to building entire worlds in comics like Sisterhood of Steel, Red Sonja, and Elfquest, Christy Marx has always championed character-driven narratives rooted in empathy, identity, and purpose.
🎧 In this episode:
- The untold origin story of Jem & the Holograms
- Writing in male-dominated rooms for Spider-Man & G.I. Joe
- Crafting nuanced fantasy in Conan & Babylon 5
- Balancing humor and heart with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Building entire mythologies in comics with the Sisterhood of Steel
- Her writing philosophy: why genre fiction is never “just for kids”
- What she’d create today with total creative freedom
Find out more about Christy Marx
📱 https://www.instagram.com/christy.marx?igsh=dGFnN3k0bzdoaDR3
Whether you’re a fan of 80s cartoons, a comic book enthusiast, or a storyteller looking to learn from one of the best in the business, this episode is a masterclass in genre writing and creating with soul.
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