Planes, Trains and Comic Books

Matthew Hansen and John Johnson

In "Planes, Trains, and Comic Books" comic enthusiasts Matt Hansen and John Johnson read, discuss, and review comic book story arcs. Matt and John take a deep dive into the comic book medium, not only re-reading beloved and critically acclaimed story arcs, but also exploring the less heard of, and more unknown works. *INCLUDES SPOILERS*

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Feb 3, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Akogun: Brutalizer of Gods
He is a one-man reckoning that stands in defiance of his divine masters with a sword in hand and a thirst for godblood. His name: AKOGUN THE BRUTALIZER! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 22, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
The Hunger and the Dusk
In a dying world, only humans and orcs remain-mortal enemies battling for territory and political advantage. But when a group of fearsome ancient humanoids known as the Vangol arrive, the two civilizations are forced into a fragile alliance to protect what they have built. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 6, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
The One Hand and The Six Fingers
Detective Nasser works a brutal murder bearing all the hallmarks of the "One Hand Killer"…which should be impossible since He already put him away not once but twice in years past. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 25, 2024 · 37 min
Batman Adventures Holiday Special
64-page one-shot special featuring five thrilling, funny, or touching yuletide stories by a slew of creators from "The Adventures of Batman & Robin," the hit cartoon from Warner Bros. Animation. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 23, 2024 · 27 min
Green Lantern: Larfleeze Christmas Special
What do you want for Christmas? Orange Lantern Larfleeze wants everything-including Santa Claus! And nothing, not even the heroes of the DCU, can stop Larfleeze from getting what he wants! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 2, 2024 · 23 min
Legends of the Dark Knight #79 (Favorite Things)
As Christmas nears, Batman is on the hunt for a ruthless gang of thieves who specialize in hitting Gotham's wealthiest homes. Their latest success was Wayne Manor, and what they've stolen is something the Dark Knight desperately wants back. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Nov 18, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min
Batman: Death of the Family
In the long-awaited return of the Joker, he unleashes his most terrifying, personal assault ever on the Dark Knight. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Nov 4, 2024 · 1 hr 20 min
Batman: Hush (Redux)
*Edit: Bill Finger was the Batman creator I mention that created all the iconic Batman things in the comic, not Jerry Robinson, who is also a great batman artist. In this classic tale, Batman sets out to learn the identity of the mysterious villain known as Hush. But Batman ends up facing the most intense case of his life as secrets from his past flood into the present! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Oct 21, 2024 · 46 min
Stray Dogs
Sophie the dog can't remember what happened. She doesn't know how she ended up in this house. She doesn't recognize any of these other dogs. She knows something terrible happened, but she just...can't...recall...Wait! Where's her lady? Now Sophie has to figure out where she is, what's happening, and how she's going to survive this. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Oct 6, 2024 · 56 min
Universal Monsters: Dracula
When Dr. John Seward admits a strange new patient named Renfield into his asylum, the madman tells stories of a demon who has taken residence next door. But as Dr. Seward attempts to apply logic to the impossible...his daughter falls under the spell of the twisted Count Dracula? Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Oct 1, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
Bonus Episode: Creator Interview with author Hokunani Sorci
Guess what everyone! Hoku, my co-host of the Hell Talk podcast where she and I discuss John Constantine, has written a collection of short horror stories, and I did the audiobook narration!! In this bonus episode we discuss her writing process, how to create an audiobook, and how to self publish a book you wrote. The book is available everywhere where books are sold, in physical, digital, and audiobook formats. So if you're wanting something spooky to listen too or read for Halloween month check it out. ⁠Buy the physical & digital versions or read on Kindle Unlimited on Amazon⁠ Listen to the Audiobook on: ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Barnes & Noble⁠ ⁠Libro⁠ ⁠Storytel⁠
Sep 23, 2024 · 1 hr 16 min
Bane: Conquest
Bane and his henchmen uncover a criminal conspiracy that seems to span the entire globe and encompass every illegal activity under the sun. But if there really is a secret empire behind all of the world's crime, Bane should-nay, must-be the one running it. And no one is going to stand in his way! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Sep 9, 2024 · 48 min
100 bullets- Volume 1: First Shot, Last Call
The mysterious Agent Graves approaches ordinary citizens and gives them an opportunity to exact revenge on a person who has wronged them. Offering his clients an attache case containing proof of the deed and a gun, he guarantees his 'clients' full immunity for all of their actions, including murder. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Aug 19, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
The Crow
A mysterious figure known as The Crow returns from the dead to avenge his and his fiancée's murder at the hands of a street gang. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Aug 4, 2024 · 47 min
The Men In Black
A DEA agent is recruited into the MIB by Agent Kay, who is on assignment investigating a drug cult. After his initiation, the newly christened "Jay" joins agent Kay to protect the earth against aliens and demons. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jul 21, 2024 · 41 min
GrizzlyShark
Something lurks in the woods. Something with a taste for human flesh. That something is the world's most feared animal: The Grizzlyshark! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jul 7, 2024 · 43 min
Carthago Vol. 1
The megalodon, the prehistoric ancestor of the great white shark was the most ferocious predator of the seas, an 80 foot killing machine extinct for millions of years... But when divers drilling in an underwater cave are attacked by this living fossil, oceanographer Kim Melville discovers that this creature may not only have survived, but thrived, and is reclaiming its place at the top of the food chain. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jun 23, 2024 · 1 hr
Dick Fight Island
CONTENT WARNING: DISCUSSION OF EXPLICIT MATERIAL Eight islands represented by their best warriors must battle it out in a tournament to decide their king. To win this battle of endurance, it's not the last one standing but the last one coming that matters! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jun 3, 2024 · 1 hr 25 min
Heartstopper: Volume 1
Shy and softhearted Charlie Spring sits next to rugby player Nick Nelson in class one morning. A warm and intimate friendship follows, and that soon develops into something more for Charlie, who doesn't think he has a chance. Find Matt's Grim Fantasy Webcomic Here Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
May 22, 2024 · 40 min
Star Wars: Vader- Dark Visions
Who is Darth Vader? He has been many things: enforcer, commander, destroyer. He is, to many throughout the Galactic Empire, the ultimate symbol of power and fear. But there are those who have seen the Dark Lord in a different light. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks