OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes

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The titular character K.O, and his friends Radicles and Enid (left to right).

OK K.O.! Let's be heroes is an American animated series aired from August 2017, to September 2019 for 3 seasons. Created by Ian Jones-Quartley for Cartoon Network

Plot

The series is set in the futuristic year of 201x, where a boy named Kalo Kincaid (a.k.a K.O) who works at Gar's Bodega, aims to become the greatest hero. He takes on adventures with his best friends and classmate Dandy as he battles for the Plaza against Lord Boxman's robots[1]. Alongside him are his best friend and co-worker Radicles, and Enid, as well as other heroes who work in the area[2].

Black Empowerment

Along with the creator of Steven Universe Rebecca Sugar, Ian Jones-Quartley are launching a series of anti-racism PSAs with Cartoon Network. The first PSA "Don't Deny It, Defy It" debuted in October 27, 2020. The rest of the installment will be rolled out bi-monthly, and each PSA will feature a different Steven Universe character and will air across the network's social media platform and YouTube channel[3].

In partnership with Dr. Allen Lipscomb, who is a specialist in providing anti-oppressive inclusive mental health services to individuals and families of color, the PSA discusses the importance of understanding how racism affects individuals and encourages audiences to not be racist.[3]

References

  1. OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes Wiki. Retrieved December 21, 2020.
  2. OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes. Retrieved December 21, 2020.
  3. 3.0 3.1 "Cartoon Network Launches Anti-Racism PSA Series With Steven Universe, O.K. KO! Let’s Be Heroes Creators". October 27, 2020. Retrieved December 21, 2020.