Law & Order Superheroes
You know the scene. A pair of muggers are in an alleyway when a superhero leaps down and beats them to a pulp. It\u2019s a classic scenario, but in a year when we\u2019re reassessing the role of law enforcement in the real world, is it time to reimagine the role of super-cops in fantasy worlds? I talk with prosecutor Patrick O\u2019Connor and police officer Henry Wong about how Batman or The Punisher could better reflect the times. Matthew Westfox, co-host of the podcast Superhero Ethics, discusses the moral quandaries of Daredevil. Peter Nowak, author of \u201cThe Rise of Real-Life Superheroes,\u201d explains why costumed crime fighters are no longer just in fiction, and we hear from The Grim and Violet Valkyrie, who actually patrol the streets of San Diego as their superhero alter-egos.\n\nToday's episode is brought to you by EveryPlate, HelloFresh and BetterHelp.\nWant to advertise/sponsor our show? We have partnered with AdvertiseCast to handle our advertising/sponsorship requests. They\u2019re great to work with and will help you advertise on our show. Please email\xa0sales@advertisecast.com\xa0or click the link below to get started.\nImaginary Worlds AdvertiseCast Listing\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices