Episode 445: No More Mr Nice Guy - the Geek Misogynist in Speculative Fiction Part 2

Dissecting Dragons - A podcast by J.A. Ironside & M.E. Vaughan - Fridays

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Part 2 of a 2 part episode. This week, Jules and Madeleine return to the 'nice guy' trope. A trope that probably started with good intentions but soured quickly. Can this trope affect perceptions in real life? If so, how far does that go? Can you write a genuinely nice guy? And what is the 'nice guy renaissance'? On the slab this week: Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Harker & Blackthorn and many mor   Title music: Ecstasy by Smiling Cynic