Mizz Marble is the latest entry in that specific corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe

that's streaming on Disney+.

The series introduces Kamala Khan, a Muslim teenager from Jersey City, who loves superheroes,

especially Captain Marvel.

When she discovers an artifact linked to her family's history that imbues her with superpowers,

she's delighted at first, but she's dealing with growing up at the same time, and things

like her family, friends, school, and faith tend to get in the way of saving the day.

I'm Glenn Weldon, and today we're talking about Mizz Marble on Pop Culture Happy Hour

from NPR.

Joining me today is Vulture TV critic Roxana Hadadi.

Hey Roxana, welcome back.

Hello, hello.

And also joining us is New York Times Food Reporter and author of the best selling cookbook

Indian-ish Priya-Krisno, welcome back Priya.

Hi, Glenn.

Hi there.

I'm glad to talk about this show with y'all.

So let's get into it.

On Mizz Marble, Imand Valani plays Kamala, a young, smart and resourceful Muslim girl,

who receives a gold bangle originally owned by her mysterious great-grandmother, Aisha.

The bangle allows her to manifest and manipulate a kind of crystal and energy, though it will

take her a few training montages to be able to control it.

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