
In this episode of the Wayward Wizards podcast we are joined by very special guest Jadzia Axelrod for a rich discussion about the influence of J.R.R. Tolkien's work, particularly "The Lord of the Rings," on modern storytelling. They explore themes of identity, courage, and the portrayal of female characters in Tolkien's universe. Jadzia shares insights from her own creative process, discussing her work on DC Comics' "Galaxy: The Prettiest Star" and "Hawkgirl," highlighting the importance of representation and the power of allegory in storytelling.
Jadzia a comic book author, known for her graphic novels Galaxy: The Prettiest Star and her run on Hawkgirl. Check out her thread on Bluesky where she posted her reactions to reading Lord of the Rings for the first time!