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Podcast: Superhero Ethics
Episode: We Won! Now What?
Description: We love to see the heroes overthrow the evil king/ruler/government/corporation. But what happens next? Riki and Matthew dive into those questions. From Avatar: The Last Airbender to Star Wars, they examine the challenges and moral dilemmas that arise when it's time to rebuild society and create a new order.Key Points:How do we deal with the defeated villains and their supporters? Is punishment always the answer, or should reconciliation be the goal?Can heroes avoid becoming the very thing they fought against once they're in power?How important is it for victorious rebels to have a...