The Biology of Superheroes Podcast

Comic books and science fiction have captivated and sparked the imagination of society for decades. Stories of superhumans, giant monsters, and other bizarre biological phenomena stretch our imagination and force us to ponder the limits of possibility in the natural world.

In this ongoing podcast series, Scientist Shane Campbell-Staton (Princeton University) and Superhero Expert Arien Darby (Warner Brothers) combine graphic novels, movies and television with cutting edge science and research to explore bizarre phenomena in the natural world.

About the podcast

We explore the biological underpinnings of superhero powers and track the boundary of where science meets fiction. Hosted by evolutionary biologist Dr. Shane Campbell-Staton and featuring scientist guests from all over the world, this podcast dives deep into the realm of the natural and supernatural.