Wonder Woman is almost certainly one of the most enduring characters in all of pop culture. She's certainly the most famous female superhero of all time. But we would argue that she's significant even beyond that. Why? Well, let's talk about it. On this week's show Mav, Wayne and Monica are joined by returning guest Sean Ross, who happens to be the host of Peacebound & Down, a Wonder Woman focused podcast. Join us as we talk through the characters creation, history, and cultural relevance as to why she endures as such a prominent character in popular culture some 80+ years after her introduction. Listen and then let us know your thoughts in the comments. Citations and Links: Listen to Sean on Peace Bound & Down (this week's episode features...
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