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Mar 19 2024

Peanuts (the comic) Part I

55 min 2 movies discussed
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Today we pay tribute to one of the most iconic pieces of American culture. Listen in to hear us gush about Charlie Brown, Lucy, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang. 

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Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating world of Charles M. Schulz's beloved comic strip Peanuts in this first part of their exploration. They discuss how this seemingly simple comic about kids was actually a surprisingly cerebral work for adults, examining the universal themes of failure, loneliness, and the human condition that made it resonate with 350 million readers worldwide. The hosts trace Schulz's journey from his childhood in Minnesota through his early career struggles, revealing how his personal experiences shaped the characters and themes that would make Peanuts one of the most influential comic strips of all time.


Movies Discussed

Mr. Mom
Mr. Mom
1983 1h 31m
★ 6.5
"I called it a Whooby earlier, and that is stolen directly from Mr. Mom" — Chuck
The Simpsons Movie
The Simpsons Movie
2007 1h 27m
★ 7.0
"like the Simpsons are a good idea or a good example" — Josh

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