Planes, Trains and Comic Books

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*

Strangers In Paradise: Book 1

Strangers in Paradise is the compelling love story of three unlikely friends who find themselves bound together by their pasts… Katchoo is a beautiful young woman living in the spare bedroom of her high school friend, Francine. Brash and outspoken, Katchoo makes no secret of her love for Francine but that's not an option for the shy, insecure woman who looks for Prince Charming in a series of bad boyfriends. Enter David, a gentle but persistent artist who seems determined to win Katchoo's heart. The resulting triangle is a touching comedy of romantic errors that takes the trio down a complicated road of murder, mayhem, and love featuring an array of characters including crime bosses, psychopaths, and well-meaning friends. Strangers in Paradise is a funny, yet complicated multi-genre graphic novel that is sure to satisfy many tastes.

11-27
01:39:08

Dracula Book 1: The Impaler

The first of four planned volumes, The Impaler explores the legendary Count before his debut in the novel—from his first foray into the dark arts to his rise to lord of the undead! Wagner and Jones explore the veiled stories from Dracula, diving into the bloody, horrifying events between the lines of the famed horror novel.

10-19
49:16

Batman: White Knight

 Batman: White Knight follows the man now known as Jack Napier as he embarks on a quest to heal the city he once terrorized. After reconciling with his long-suffering partner, Harley Quinn, he sets in motion a carefully plotted campaign to discredit the one person whom he views as Gotham City's true enemy: Batman.   Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

09-21
01:04:40

Fantastic Four: Full Circle

When an intruder suddenly appears inside the Baxter Building, the Fantastic Four find themselves surrounded by a swarm of invading parasites. These carrion creatures composed of Negative Energy come to Earth using a human host as a delivery system. But for what purpose? And who is behind this untimely invasion?

08-24
51:57

The Anchor

One thousand years ago a hulking outcast sought refuge in the crumbling ruins of an ancient monastery and offered in return the one thing he had to give — his fists. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

07-20
46:01

Street Sharks (1996)

The four Bolton Brothers were happy playing sports and meeting babes. But when a run-in with a mad scientist turned them into giant sharks, they only got COOLER! But they'll need all the help they can get to stop their arch nemesis, Dr. Piranoid, from developing... THE PERFECT PREDATOR! Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks  

07-07
42:03

Alan Scott: Green Lantern

Alan Scott is the most powerful member of the Justice Society of America, but his personal life is a well-kept secret. Haunted by the memory of his first love, John Ladd, the Green Lantern must solve the mystery of multiple deaths of men who died just like John. Aided by the Spectre, the Flash, and the entire JSA, he must uncover the truth behind the man masquerading as him, the Red Lantern. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

06-23
01:08:02

Stuck Rubber Baby

Toland Polk is a closeted gay man in 1960s American South trying  to keep a low profile. He's aware of the racial injustice all around him. No longer content to stay on the sidelines, Toland joins his friends as they fight against bigotry. Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

06-09
59:58

The Closet

Thom's family is moving cross-country. When his child, Jamie, sees monsters in the bedroom closet, Thom reassures him that the monsters will stay in the apartment after they move. But the monsters continue to find young Jamie. Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

05-25
45:19

It's Lonely At the Centre of the Earth

Zoe Thorogood records six months of her own life as it falls apart in a desperate attempt to put it back together again in the only way she knows how. It's Lonely at the Centre of the Earth is an intimate and meta-narrative look into the life of a selfish artist who must create for her own survival.  Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

05-05
58:12

Heroes In Crisis

How does a superhero handle PTSD? Welcome to Sanctuary, an ultra-secret hospital for superheroes who've been traumatized by crime-fighting and cosmic combat. But something goes inexplicably wrong when many patients wind up dead, with two well-known operators as the prime suspects: Harley Quinn and Booster Gold! Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

04-24
01:00:53

Mark Millar's: The Unfunnies [Worst Comics Ever?]

A world resembling classic Hanna-Barbera cartoons is becoming increasingly messed up as characters discover sex, swearing and murder. Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

04-07
01:08:09

The Shadow 1941: Hitler's Astrologer

It's 1941, a young woman races for her life from Nazi's, who wish to use her astrology skills to help Hitler's regime. But the Shadow looms, a master of men with cold, hollow laughter and blazing .45 pistols to stop them and take down the Fuhrer! Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

03-16
01:03:29

Dick Tracy Vol 1

In The City, a brutal murder draws the attention of rising star detective Dick Tracy, who soon discovers the bloodshed is just the beginning of a complicated web that threatens to ensnare everything he cares about. Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

03-02
01:22:36

Farmhand Vol 1: Reap What Was Sown

Jedidiah Jenkins is a simple farmer. But his cash crop isn't corn or soy. He grows fast-healing, highly-customizable human organs. Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

02-16
54:45

Valentine's Day 2025 Special: Spiderman's Tangled Web #11

It's Valentines Day, and two beautiful young women are breathlessly waiting at The Coffee Bean for their date to pick them up. The problem is, they both think they have a date with Peter Parker! The other problem is, the Vulture has just knocked Spider-Man silly and the web-slinger can't remember his name, let alone his social schedule! Support us at:  https://www.patreon.com/PlanesTrainsandComicBooks Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/planestrainsandcomicbooks

02-14
29:43

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

02-03
01:02:23

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

01-22
01:02:33

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

01-06
01:24:22

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

12-25
37:59

Kasey Wiesen

they called him John Ridgeway. 🤦🏻‍♂️

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