We're back with another episode of Trade School! This time, we're talking about The Deviant! Our host this week is Keith Lehtinen!

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Edited by Case Aiken

Scored by Bret Eagleston

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Outline

Introduction to Certain Point of View's Trade School (00:00 - 00:01)

• Introduction to Certain Point of View's Trade School comic book review series and host Keith Lehtinen.
• Transition from early 2000s Marvel Youth Movement comics to a different theme.

Focus on 'The Deviant' (00:01 - 02:30)

• Focus on the comic book 'The Deviant' from Dark Horse Comics by James Tynan IV, with art by Joshua Hickson and lettering by Hasan Osmani Al Haou.
• Description of 'The Deviant' as a Christmas-themed murder mystery infused with queer themes and social commentary on prejudice.

Plot Overview (00:02 - 00:03)

• Plot overview without spoilers: Michael, the protagonist, investigates murders connected to a 1970s killer he admires; themes of queer identity, bigotry, love, and justice unfold.
• Praise for the masterful mystery plotting, complex and imperfect protagonist Michael, and the unpredictable tension sustained throughout the story.

Artistic Highlights (00:04 - 00:05)

• Artistic highlights including Joshua Hickson's use of shadows, colors, and realistic character expressions, and Hasan Osmani Al Haou's expert lettering that complements the horror tone.
• Strong recommendation for 'The Deviant' to fans of murder mysteries, true crime, and nuanced queer narratives, with a warning about graphic content.

Promotion and Community Engagement (05:25 - 07:03)

• Keith's promotion of his podcast 'We Have Issues' and social media presence on Bluesky, Instagram, and Certain POV network, including an invitation to join their Discord community.
• Discussion with Josue about a new weekly comic review show covering multiple publishers and brainstorming show name ideas emphasizing cleverness and pun potential.