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When Should Spider-Man Take the Subway Instead of Web-Swinging?

If with great power comes great responsibility, is it not Spider-Man's duty to traverse New York City as efficiently as possible? Surely situations exist where utilizing the expansive MTA can be more beneficial to Peter Parker than web-swinging across the city. On today's episode of Modern Muckraker, we determine precisely when and where Spider-Man is better of swiping his card than slinging his webs.

Thanks to our experts:
Ryan Penagos (Marvel)

Lorraine Cink (Marvel)

Dr. Rhett Allain (Southeastern Louisiana University, Wired)

Discussed in this episode:

NYC's PLUTO file

"Should Spider-Man Swing or Run?" by Dr. Rhett Allain

Mike Schubert's Ferry Critique

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