Taboo's Comics & Kicks

• Why Multicultural Heroes Matter | Mela Lee on Apex Legends, Mortal Kombat & Representation in Games

  n this deeply personal episode of Comics & Kicks, vocal powerhouse Mela Lee—the voice behind Lifeline in Apex Legends, Jade in Mortal Kombat 11, and beloved anime characters like Rin Tohsaka, Yuki Cross, and Tikki—shares how her multicultural upbringing shaped her career. Mela reflects on: Growing up mixed-race and how that identity fueled her creative voice. The emotional milestones behind voicing iconic characters across games and anime. The impact of seeing representation at Comic-Con—and what it meant to her fans. Why authentic storytelling matters now more than ever in comics, games, and animation. This isn’t just a career spotlight—it’s a conversation about culture, identity, and how representation in media can inspire real change.

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• The Sitcom Star Who Brought Hip-Hop to Hollywood | David Faustino on Ice Cube, Eazy-E & Ballistics

  David Faustino — best known as Bud Bundy from “Married with Children” — opens up about his unlikely role in bringing hip-hop culture to Hollywood. Faustino shares stories from the hit sitcom’s influence on pop culture, his legendary Sunset Strip club Ballistics, and the wild mix of stars who showed up: Ice Cube, Eazy-E, will.i.am, Ed O’Neill, and more. From sitcom fame to late-night hip-hop shows, this conversation dives into how Faustino’s love of the culture created one of LA’s most unexpected crossovers.

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• Has the Toy Industry Changed Forever? Kwame on Tariffs, Grails & the Future of Collectibles

  Kwame joins Taboo to break down the world of collectibles, from his legendary Toy Tuesdays series to the business shifts reshaping the entire toy and comic industry. They dive into tariffs, holy grail finds, and why nostalgia-driven markets keep exploding year after year.

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• How Eric Bauza Became Bugs Bunny – Space Jam 2 & the Golden Era of 90s Culture

  Eric Bauza — the Emmy-winning voice of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Marvin the Martian, and more — joins Taboo’s Comics and Kicks to talk Space Jam 2 with LeBron James, his journey from Toronto to Hollywood, and his lifelong sneaker obsession. From Hare Jordan grails to Looney Tunes legacy, this is a must-watch for animation fans, sneakerheads, and ’90s kids alike.

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• Tia Carrere on Breaking Barriers in Hollywood | Wayne’s World, Lilo & Stitch & Island Pride

  Tia Carrere joins Taboo for a heartfelt conversation about her journey from Honolulu to Hollywood. From her breakout role in Wayne’s World to becoming the voice of Nani in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, Tia reflects on breaking barriers for women and underrepresented cultures in film, television, and music. She shares her Hawaiian-Filipina heritage, her Grammy-winning music career, and how she’s paved the way for a new generation of talent.

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