How to Be Superhuman

About How to Be Superhuman

Discover what it truly means to push the limits of human potential. Red Bull's How to Be Superhuman is a captivating adventure show featuring extraordinary stories of athletes who have achieved the seemingly impossible – from conquering terrifying climbs and kayaking down jaw-dropping waterfalls to swimming the world’s longest rivers, running through uncharted mountain kingdoms, and embarking on solo expeditions to the most remote corners of the globe. In each episode, host Rob Pope and the athlete dive into the physical and mental resilience behind these awe-inspiring feats, offering immersive storytelling and insights into overcoming the world’s greatest challenges. Because everyone loves a good adventure story. If you want to tell us about your own superhuman adventures, message us at superhuman@redbull.com. Head to instagram.com/redbulladventure for more superhuman content.

Publisher

Red Bull

Category

society & culture · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Feb 2020

Latest episode

24 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Jul 2025

   Bonus: The reality star who ran 30 marathons in 30 days to reclaim control: Spencer Matthews S3:E13

   From reality TV to the punishing sands of the Jordanian desert – this is the extraordinary endurance story of Spencer Matthews. Known to many as a TV personality, Spencer has since carved out a new identity as an ultra-endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and podcaster, recently taking on the brutal challenge of running 30 marathons in 30 days across the desert. This was more than a physical challenge – it was a test of mental strength, routine, and redemption. In this episode, recorded live at the Red Bull UK headquarters, I talk to Spencer about his inspiring journey. He opens up about his transformation, sharing how adventure, family, endurance, resilience and survival became central to his personal growth. Spencer speaks candidly about the demons that drove him, the discipline that saved him, and how pushing his body to the brink helped him find clarity, purpose, and peace. Follow Spencer on Instagram and listen to his podcast Untapped. If you want to tell us about your own superhuman adventures, message us at superhuman@redbull.com. Head to instagram.com/redbulladventure for more superhuman adventure content.

2. 

   10 Jul 2025

   The whitewater kayaker who defied limits and dropped down a 100-foot waterfall: Nouria Newman S3:E12

   Whitewater kayaker Nouria Newman recounts her evolution from competitive athlete to daring explorer, highlighting a pivotal Himalayan experience that redefined her relationship with fear and passion in this interview.

3. 

   26 Jun 2025

   The free solo climber who turned grief into climbing fuel to honour a promise: Brette Harrington S3:E11

   Climber Brette Harrington recounts honoring a promise to her late partner Marc-André Leclerc by free soloing Chiaro di Luna, showcasing resilience and emotional strength in the face of grief; this is an interview.

Who has been a guest on How to Be Superhuman

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Nouria Newman
• Brette Harrington
• Martin Strel
• Ryan Sandes
• Lael Wilcox

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

23 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 37 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

35

Social presence

97

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.