10/07/2026
No spoilers... but after the “Lanterns” finale, we had questions, so we took them to LMU Professor Adilifu Nama.
For Professor Nama, John Stewart has long been a case study in how superhero stories can reflect changing ideas about identity and representation.
In his research, Nama examines Stewart’s evolution from his early comic appearances to his growing place in popular culture. With “Lanterns” bringing him to a new audience, Nama is revisiting what has changed and what has been carried forward with the latest iteration of the character.
Swipe through for Professor Nama’s take on John Stewart, “Lanterns”, and the cultural conversations surrounding the character.