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. Co...
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The Biology of Superheroes Podcast
Superheroes and science fiction meet the cutting edge of biological sciences in this podcast. Where does the science meet the fiction? Listen and find out! If you have suggestions for a topi...
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20 of 21 episodesEpisode 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...
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...
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 lis...
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...
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 Y...
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 Almo...
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...
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, compensatin...
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 intersp...
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. T...
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...
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 We...
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 dinosau...
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 Festiva...
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....
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...
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 maste...
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 studi...