Episode 12: Eye Popping Superpowers: Movies, Comics, and Real Science

Print by Georgia Geis @atomic_number14

Hello Fam! Hope y’all are doing well. So, here is Episode 12. Thank you for tuning in and supporting us. Our goal is to have a little fun exploring science through the lens of science fiction, fantasy and pop culture.

In this episode we delve into the fascinating world of eye-related superpowers, from movies and comics to real scientific discoveries. We explore Cyclops' optic blasts, Superman's heat vision, the complexities of x-ray vision, and other vision-based powers such as Hawkeye's supervision. Along the way, we talk about intriguing scientific advancements like laser-producing cells and the potential of eye transplants. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with pop culture references, scientific insights, and a touch of handwavium.

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Georgia Geis

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To see how deep the rabbit hole goes, check out the (timestamped) expanded show notes.

https://open.substack.com/pub/jothamaustin/p/the-show-notes-rabbit-hole-of-research-f57?r=dalfc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

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Print by Georgia Geis @atomic_number14

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