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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462 episodes
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Feb 6, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
Incognegro
Zane Pinchback, a reporter for the New York-based New Holland Herald, is sent to investigate the arrest of his own brother, charged with the brutal murder of a white woman in Mississippi. With a lynch mob already swarming, Zane must stay "incognegro" long enough to uncover the truth behind the murder in order to save his brother -- and himself. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 31, 2023 · 27 min
Swamp Thing #121 (Laissez Les Bon Temps Rulers)
The malevolent Sunderland Corporation returns...and the company's new CEO has vowed vengeance on Swamp Thing. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 27, 2023 · 15 min
Hellblazer #14 (Fear Machine, Part 1: Touching The Earth)
John Constantine looks to reconnect to humanity, but can such a ruined man ever find inner peace? Constantine latches onto a new-age group in search of some answers. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 22, 2023 · 1 hr 10 min
The Mask
A weird mask of unknown origin imbues its wearer with limitless cartoon character invulnerability that takes Stanley Ipkiss on a violent path of homicidal mayhem, lunacy, and destruction! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 18, 2023 · 24 min
Swamp Thing #120 (Lady Jane)
Lady Jane—Tefé's new governess and a powerful Earth elemental—is spotlighted as Swamp Thing reveals her horrific story of poverty, abuse and death in 19th-century England. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 14, 2023 · 14 min
Hellblazer #13 (On the Beach)
All his friends are dead. Now, completely alone, a homeless John Constantine must confront the inner demons feeding on the guilt he carries for past misdeeds... Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 9, 2023 · 23 min
Swamp Thing #119 (The Bad Man)
The twisted kidnapper, the Bad Man, plays out a bizarre family drama with the captive Tefé. Both Swamp Thing and the monster Les Perdu are on the trail...along with a mysterious ally from the Parliament of Trees. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 3, 2023 · 26 min
Swamp Thing #118 (A Child's Garden)
Tefé has become a problem child, so Swamp Thing visits the Parliament of Trees for advice. But the kidnapper Bad Man may end Tefé's life before her father's return. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Jan 1, 2023 · 1 hr 5 min
Superman: The Golden Age Vol. 1
Faster than a speeding bullet, Superman burst onto the comic book scene in 1938, just as America was on the terrifying precipice of a world war. The Man of Steel emerged as a champion of the oppressed, taking down any enemy with his super-strength and speed, both foreign and near to home. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 30, 2022 · 18 min
Hellblazer #12 (Newcastle, Part 2)
Dabbling in the arcane arts can get you killed--but for John Constantine, macabre experimentation led to some far, far worse! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 27, 2022 · 23 min
Swamp Thing #117 (The Lord Of Misrule)
Swamp Thing visits the Mardi Gras in New Orleans, where a strange being teaches him secrets of times past. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 24, 2022 · 32 min
(Christmas Special 2022) Spiderman's Tangled Web #21
A snow storm of the century has trapped Peter Parker and the gang in the Daily Bugle. Meanwhile, someone dressed as Spiderman begins a massive crime spree. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 20, 2022 · 31 min
Swamp Thing #116 (The Growing Season)
A boy finds and plants one of Swamp Thing's discarded bodies...and from it, something monstrous grows. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 18, 2022 · 45 min
Snow, Glass, Apples
A not-so-evil queen is terrified of her monstrous stepdaughter and determined to repel this creature and save her kingdom from a world where happy endings aren't so happily ever after. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 16, 2022 · 28 min
Hellblazer #11 (Newcastle Part 1)
A single, disturbing experience has haunted John Constantine his entire life and in this issue, that experience is revealed! The full story behind the mysterious Newcastle incident begins to unravel here, in part 1 of a 2-part tale. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 13, 2022 · 21 min
Swamp Thing #115 (Rum, Necromancy, & The Lash)
Swamp Thing and Constantine must save Abby and Tefé from the murderous dream-pirates of Dark Conrad. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 11, 2022 · 18 min
Hellblazer #10 (Sex and Death)
Constantine's stuck in astral form--so how is he going to save his girlfriend from religious fanatics with murder in their hearts? Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 6, 2022 · 26 min
Swamp Thing #114 (Pirate's Alley)
An army of monstrous ghostly pirates leaves a trail of slaughter across the bayou, forcing Swamp Thing to accept aid from John Constantine. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Dec 4, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
Animal Castle Vol.1
The Animal Castle is ruled with an iron hoof by the Bull President Silvio and his dog militia. The other animals are exhausted by work, until the arrival of a mysterious rat who teaches them the secrets of civil disobedience. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks
Nov 29, 2022 · 27 min
Swamp Thing #113 (Fear And Loathing On The Bayou Trail)
Swamp Thing takes the lead in the gubernatorial race, causing crooked politicians to threaten Abby and Tefe...and face the wrath of candidate Swamp Thing. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks