Is Batman The Greatest Anti-hero

This is the week that the Dark Knight sweeps the nation and we have a conversation that is perfect for the occasion. The question we’re asking this week happens to be, “Is Batman The Greatest Antihero?” Now before you go nuts shouting at your podcast device saying, “of course bAtMaN iZ a HeRo” save it and listen to this nuanced conversation about Batman and the nature of heroism. Our guest is Grant Pardee, a writer, podcaster and Bat bonvivant who helps us get to the heart of the man behind the symbol. We talk about the concept of the antihero, what it even is, and why they are so popular these days. By the end you’ll understand the traits that The Batman shares with antiheroes and ALSO the ways in which he differs. Enjoy!

 

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