Summary

In this episode of Wednesday Toast, Lex reflects on the recent finale of My Hero Academia and the mixed reception of Stranger Things. He discusses the culture of critique in media, emphasizing the importance of constructive criticism while also acknowledging the joy that fandom can bring. Lex shares his personal creative journey, detailing his plans to write scripts, collaborate with other creators, and engage with his audience through Substack and YouTube. He expresses excitement for upcoming projects and the importance of supporting various creative endeavors.

Takeaways

The importance of maintaining a consistent podcast schedule.

Fandom can bring joy and whimsy, even in critique.

Constructive criticism is essential for creative growth.

Engaging with the audience through various platforms is key.

Personal creative journeys can be fulfilling and rewarding.

Collaboration with other creators can enhance projects.

Substack is a useful tool for organizing content and updates.

YouTube can serve as a platform for sharing insights and experiences.

It's important to support different facets of creativity.

Finding joy in the creative process is paramount.

Sound bites

"I just didn't want to miss a week."

"I thought it was a lot of fun."

"I want to take it slow and do it right."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Wednesday Toast

00:16 Reflections on My Hero Academia and Stranger Things

01:45 The Joy of Fan Theories

03:58 Criticism in Creative Works

08:02 Personal Creative Journey and Projects

12:24 Upcoming Comic Book Ventures

17:17 Substack and New Content Initiatives

19:38 The TMNT Fan Club and Future Plans

28:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors

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Credits:

Hosts: Lex (@wednesdaypull) Simon (@Sime_On_Toast)

Producer: Lex (@wednesdaypull)

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Keywords

comic books, Stranger Things, My Hero Academia, critique culture, creative journey, Substack, YouTube, podcasting, TMNT, storytelling