The Biology of Superheroes Podcast

Episode 16: Antman - The Biology of Ants

In this episode Shane and Arien discuss the insect arsenal of Scott Lang (Antman) and his predecessor, Dr. Hank Pym. Shane interviews Dr. Corrie Moreau of Cornell Univers

Episode 15: Stranger Things - The Biology of The Upside Down

In this episode, we tackle the weird and otherworldly ecosystem of The Upside Down. Shane and Arien are joined in The Lab by biologist, PhD student and science communicat

Episode 14: The Incredible Hulk (Part 2) - The Psychology of Stress

We’re bringing a close to 2019 by wrapping up our two-part series on the Incredible Hulk. We continue our conversation about Bruce Banner by focusing on the psychology of

TBOSP Minisode 2: November 2019

In this minisode we wrap up November 2019 chatting about the latest and greatest in the world of comic books and science, shout out some listener comments AND answer some

Episode 13: The Incredible Hulk (Part 1) - The Physiology of Stress

In the first part of this month's episode we explore Bruce Banner and The Incredible Hulk through the lens of physiological stress. We chat with stress physiologist Dr. M

TBOSP Minisode 1: October 2019

Shane and Arien catchup on what's new in the worlds of comic books and science, share reviews, and answer comic book queries directly from YOU!

Episode 12: The Black Panther - Bio-Inspired Engineering and Genetics of Wakanda

In the Season 2 premiere we explore Black Panther and the world of Wakanda live at the 2019 International Wildlife Film Festival. Billy Almon and Dr. Sebastian Alvarado j

The Biology of Superheroes Podcast Season 2 Promo

WE'RE BACK. Take a listen to get a sneak peak at what's in store for The Biology of Superheroes Podcast Season 2!

Episode 11: Game of Thrones - The Biology of Dragons

NO LAST SEASON SPOILERS! In this episode, we explore the biology of the dragons of Game of Thrones. We interview Dr. Bret Tobalske, Director of the University of Montana

Episode 10: The Immortal Iron Fist - Biology of a Living Weapon

In this episode, we explore the biology of Danny Rand, AKA The Immortal Iron Fist! We dig into biomechanics of extreme movement, compensating for extreme forces and evolu

Episode 9: Evolution and Genetics in the Star Trek Universe

In this episode, we take a look at the Star Trek Universe! We explore evolution, genetics, the search for intelligent alien life and interspecies boot-knocking. We chat w

Minisode: TPWKY Zombie Crossover (Alternate Ending)

Because we just can't get enough of The Erins, we had to post this alternate ending to our epic crossover with This Podcast Will Kill You. The Erins nerd out with us abou

Episode 8: Venom - The Biology of Extremophiles and Symbiosis

In this episode we take a look at Spiderman's longtime nemesis, Venom. We explore the character's origins, what it would take to survive on an asteroid headed towards ear

Episode 7: The Walking Dead- Biology of the Zombie Apocalypse

Happy Halloween! This episode is one part of a very special 2-part crossover event with This Podcast Will Kill You. We chat with Dr. Erin Welsh and Dr. Erin Allmann-Updyk

Episode 6: Jurassic Park (Part 2) - The Biology of Ancient Communication

We're back!!! In this episode we sit down with Dr. Evan Kingsley, a developmental biologist at Harvard Medical School, to chat about dinosaur sounds. What did dinosaurs s

Episode 5: Evolution of Weapons in the Comic book Multiverse

This episode comes to you live from the historic Roxy Theatre in Missoula, MT as part of the 41st Annual International Wildlife Film Festival. We were able to chat with D

Episode 4: Jurassic Park (Part 1) - The Biology of De-extinction

In this episode we talk about Jurassic Park and the science of de-extinction. We chat with evolutionary biologist and MacArthur Fellow, Dr. Beth Shapiro. She tells us all

Episode 3: The Flash of Two Worlds - Fate, Chance and Evolution in the Multiverse

Earth 1's Barry Allen meets Earth 2's Jay Garrick in a classic showdown of speedsters! How did evolution play out on their respective worlds to get such similar results?

Episode 2: Spiderman (Part 2)- Engineering The Web Slinger's Webs

In this episode we explore Peter Parker as an engineer and try to gain a deeper understanding of the scientific tools he would need to master to become Spiderman. I inter

Episode 1: Spiderman (Part 1)- Bioprospecting and the Biology of Silk

In this episode we discuss the limits of form and function when it comes to Spiderman's webs. I sit down with Dr. Todd Blackledge, who studies the behavior and biomechani