In this episode, we dive into The Castafiore Emerald - one of Hergé’s most unconventional and brilliantly subversive adventures. Trading globe-trotting quests and shadowy villains for the familiar surroundings of Marlinspike Hall, we follow Tintin and Captain Haddock as a missing jewel, an unexpected visit from Bianca Castafiore, and a whirlwind of rumours throw the household into chaos. Along the way, we explore how Hergé transforms everyday mishaps into a compelling mystery, blending sharp humour, media satire, and misdirection into a story unlike any other in the Tintin canon.

In this episode, we dive into Tintin in Tibet - one of Hergé’s most emotional and deeply personal adventures. Leaving behind spies and political conspiracies, we follow Tintin on a relentless journey through the Himalayas after he becomes convinced that his friend Chang is still alive. Along the way, we explore how Hergé blends breathtaking landscapes, quiet introspection and themes of friendship into one of the most heartfelt stories in the Tintin canon.

In this episode, we dive into The Red Sea Sharks - one of Hergé’s most expansive and politically charged adventures. From a seemingly simple aircraft mystery to a sprawling conspiracy stretching across the Middle East, we unpack how Hergé blends high-seas adventure and human drama into a globe-trotting thriller.