Episode

The Power of Representation in 'Lanterns'

Podcast: Karen Hunter Is Awesome!
Published: Sep 25, 2026
Duration seconds: 588
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Summary

Karen and actor Tyler Merritt dissect the race-centered origin story in Episode 3 of Lanterns, celebrating how the show highlights Black motherhood, fearless parenting, and the vital necessity of diverse writing rooms in sci-fi.