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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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  • Aug 9, 2020 · 1 hr 15 min

    Justice League: New Frontier

    This week we discuss the Darwyn Cooke masterpiece, Justice League: New Frontier. When Cold War paranoia outlawed the heroes of the Golden Age, stalwarts such as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman continued to fight for truth and justice. But as the world hurtled toward an uncertain future, a new breed of hero would define the American Way!

  • Aug 2, 2020 · 1 hr 7 min

    Infinity Gauntlet

    This week we discuss the epic comic that inspired The giant blockbuster Avengers: End Game, Jim Starlin's Infinity Gauntlet. The Mad Titan Thanos has seized control of Infinity Gauntlet and with it near-omnipotent power! Who can stop this deadly new overlord?

  • Jul 26, 2020 · 46 min

    Wolverine: Weapon X

    This week we learn the origin of Wolverine's Adamantium claws that is no longer canon, in Barry Windsors-Smith's, Weapon X. Logan is just a regular Canadian guy with a healing factor and a good sense of smell, but the government has other plans for him.

  • Jul 19, 2020 · 1 hr 12 min

    All Star Superman

    On this weeks episode we discuss what is touted as the "best superman story of all time," All Star Superman. Superman rescues a doomed group of helionauts on the surface of the sun. The massive amounts of solar radiation affect Superman in a way no one could possibly anticipate, except Lex Luthor!

  • Jul 12, 2020 · 52 min

    Punisher MAX: Vol 1

    This week we become grown-ups as we discuss Marvels first "R" rated comic, Punisher MAX. When a mob hit killed his beloved wife and children, Frank Castle became the Punisher — an unstoppable one-man army waging war on every piece of criminal scum plaguing New York's streets.

  • Jul 5, 2020 · 48 min

    Absolute Carnage

    Join us as we become absorbed into 2019's big Marvel event Absolute Carnage! Carnage, the psychotic offspring of Venom, has returned — and he plans to slaughter everyone who's ever worn a symbiote!

  • Jun 28, 2020 · 47 min

    Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic

    In celebration of PRIDE month we discuss the Alison Bechdel Graphic Memoir, Fun Home. A fresh and brilliantly told memoir from a cult favorite comic artist, marked by gothic twists, a family funeral home, sexual angst, and great books.

  • Jun 21, 2020 · 45 min

    Venom: Rex

    This week we're revamping the 90's as we discuss the Donny Cates run on Venom. An ancient and primordial evil has been awakened beneath the streets of New York. Eddie and Venom summon the strength to defend New York against the most powerful foe they've ever faced.

  • Jun 14, 2020 · 1 hr 4 min

    Planet Hulk

    This week we discuss the Super fun Incredible Hulk story, Planet Hulk. Savage alien planet. Oppressed barbarian tribes. Corrupt emperor. Deadly woman warrior. Gladiators and slaves. Battle axes and hand blasters. Monsters and heroes... and the Incredible Hulk!

  • Jun 7, 2020 · 47 min

    Star Wars: Official Marvel Adaptation

    This week we discuss Marvel's wonky adaptation of Star Wars: A New Hope. Armed with only a basic script and minimal character designs, Marvel attempted to do a faithful adaptation of the original Sci-fi movie, in 1976. Did the know what a Wookie was? No. Did they understand the force? No. but dang it they have the best team in the biz to write and draw the dang thing.