Episode 130 – Tintin in Tibet

In this episode, we load up our rucksacks and make a long-overdue trip to the world of bande dessinées—and one of the most popular comics characters of the 20th century—with a look at Tintin in Tibet by Hergé! When Tintin learns of a plane crash in the Himalayas, a dreamlike vision convinces him that his friend Chang has somehow survived the crash. Joined by his faithful dog Snowy and the irascible Captain Haddock, Tintin travels to Tibet, determined to rescue his friend against impossible odds! Will our intrepid trio survive a brutal blizzard and the fearsome Abominable Snowman and find Chang before it's too late? And will this beloved boy adventurer make it to that remote Himalayan hideaway known as ... The Comics Canon? In This Episode: The Totally Tintin podcast Steven Spielberg's The Adventures of Tintin The art of Herge Some of our favorite Captain Haddock expletives The Black Island Touching the Void Tintin in Tibet from the Adventures of Tintin animated series Bastard by Max de Radiguès Join us in two weeks as we explore a pivotal moment for one of Marvel Comics' most popular characters with a look at Iron Man: Demon in a Bottle! Until then: Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Twitter or Facebook! And as always, thanks for listening!