Julian Schmid
Academic and author of Marvel, DC and US Security: The Superhero Genre and Foreign Policy in the Twenty-first Century (Edinburgh UP, 2025), specializing in the intersections of popular culture and security studies.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 45min
Julian Schmid, "Marvel, DC and US Security: The Superhero Genre and Foreign Policy in the Twenty-first Century" (Edinburgh UP, 2025)
Dr. Julian Schmid, an expert in popular culture and international relations, dives into the fascinating intersection of superheroes and U.S. foreign policy. He traces how the genre has evolved post-9/11 to reflect national security narratives. Schmid discusses how characters like Captain America embody political discourse, while films critique contemporary issues and even mirror election battles. He also raises concerns about the trend of superheroes retreating into personal narratives, questioning their future relevance in addressing global crises.
Dec 12, 2025 • 45min
Julian Schmid, "Marvel, DC and US Security: The Superhero Genre and Foreign Policy in the Twenty-first Century" (Edinburgh UP, 2025)
Dr. Julian Schmid, an academic specializing in the intersection of popular culture and security studies, discusses his groundbreaking work on superheroes and U.S. security. He reveals how the superhero genre has evolved since 9/11, reflecting societal fears around security and surveillance. Schmid examines the impact of comics and films on U.S. identity, from post-Cold War crises to modern political narratives. He also highlights the portrayal of flawed superheroes in contemporary media, indicating a shift in cultural responses to global crises, including climate change.
