Loki, Disney+’s third Marvel TV show, has a diverse list of influences.

How do I feel about kids?'

I think that is very relatable.

Loki Influences - Mad Men, Loki, Teletubbies

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“ThatMad Meninfluence as much philosophical and it was aesthetic.”

With the TVA,Lokidives into a new corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Of course, the writers room also looked to the Marvel canon to inspire their approach to the TVA.

“All of those stories were inspiration in just saying like, ‘Alright, what is this crazy organization?

Finally, Herron also lists Terry Gilliam’sBraziland, curiously,The Teletubbiesas some of her visual references, too.

How does that last one play into the show?

Says Herron, “You’re gonna have to wait until [the show premieres].”

Lokipremieres June 9 on Disney+.

This post has been updated.