In this episode, we shine a spotlight on The Women in Tintin — a part of the series that’s often overlooked but endlessly revealing. From the iconic to the underwritten, the comic relief to the quietly influential, we’ll explore how Hergé approached female characters, what their presence (and absence) tells us about his storytelling, and why these women deserve a closer look in the Tintin universe.

In this episode, we dive into Prisoners of the Sun - Hergé’s sweeping continuation of The Seven Crystal Balls. As Tintin and Haddock chase Calculus across continents, through mountains, and into the heart of an ancient Incan civilization, we’ll uncover how Hergé turned mystery into myth - and crafted one of Tintin’s most unforgettable finales.

In this episode, we dive into The Seven Crystal Balls - one of Hergé’s most atmospheric mysteries. From the eerie curse striking the Sanders-Hardiman expedition to Tintin and Haddock’s desperate search for Professor Calculus, we’ll unravel how this story deepened the sense of peril in the Tintin universe and set the stage for one of its most emotional sequels.

In this episode, we set sail with Red Rackham’s Treasure - the thrilling follow-up to The Secret of the Unicorn. Tintin and Haddock’s hunt for Sir Francis’s fortune brings high-seas adventure, the comic chaos of the Thompsons, and we'll also explore the unforgettable debut of Professor Calculus, marking a turning point in the Tintin universe.

In this episode, we dive into The Secret of the Unicorn - Tintin’s classic treasure-hunt mystery. With Captain Haddock at his side, he follows the trail of Sir Francis Haddock and a hidden fortune, in a story that blends swashbuckling adventure with detective intrigue and sets the stage for Red Rackham’s Treasure. We’ll also explore how this book deepens Haddock’s backstory and firmly cements his place in Tintin’s world.

In this episode, we plunge into The Shooting Star - one of the most visually striking and thematically unusual books in the Tintin series. When a mysterious meteorite crashes into the Arctic Sea, Tintin joins a scientific expedition to recover it… but he’s not the only one racing to get there. We’ll explore the book’s dreamlike tone, the global tensions bubbling beneath the surface, and how this adventure stands out as one of the most experimental chapters in Tintin’s journey.

In this episode, we crack open The Crab with the Golden Claws, the gritty seafaring adventure that changed the Tintin series forever - by introducing none other than Captain Haddock! What starts as a mystery involving a drowned sailor and strange crab tins quickly spirals into a globe-trotting investigation of a vast drug-smuggling operation. We’ll dig into how this book resets the tone of the series, the chaotic brilliance of Haddock’s debut, and the noir-like atmosphere that gives this story its edge.

In this special episode, we shift gears and take a deep dive into one of the most underrated stars of the Tintin universe - the cars. Whether it’s a high-speed chase through the streets of Brussels, a comical breakdown in Arabia, or a stately motorcade fit for a dictator, the vehicles in Tintin aren’t just background - they’re part of the adventure. Join us as we explore how cars shape the tone, pacing, and personality of the series, one iconic panel at a time!