Riverdale: Comic Book Origins

Pop DNA

EpisodeSep 5, 202033m

Riverdale: Comic Book Origins

Pop DNA

EpisodeSep 5, 202033m

We're kicking off Season 3 and our new episode format with a 4-part series on everyone's second favorite comic book-based teen drama, Riverdale! EPISODE NOTES: In Part 1, we give some background on the show, then talk about our first experiences and some initial thoughts, and then delve into the Archie Comics that the series is based on. We also look at how the show's comic book source material has influenced its writing and design. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Pop DNA traces the roots of your favorite pop culture works. We're Erin and Rhonda, and we are big old nerds. We love dissecting our favorite movies, TV shows, and more, and we're really into how literature, history, and culture have impacted the works we consume. We explore connections across mediums, from the classic novels we see reflected in our favorite horror movies, to the politics in superhero franchises, to the influence of Shakespeare in, like, literally everything. There are also bad jokes. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram!

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