
Unpacking Peanuts
Claim This Podcastby Jimmy Gownley, Michael Cohen, Harold Buchholz, Liz Sumner
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<p>The show where three cartoonists take an in-depth look at the greatest comic strip of all time-- Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. <span style="font-weight:400;">Undeniably one of the most influential cartoonists in history, Unpacking Peanuts examines Schulz’s contributions to art, storytelling, and pop culture. Hosts Jimmy Gownley, Harold Buchholz, and Michael Cohen bring their lifelong love and admiration of </span><span style="font-weight:400;">Peanuts </span><span style="font-weight:400;">to the conversation. </span><span style="font-weight:400;">The interaction between the hosts is genuinely funny and insightful as they </span><span style="font-weight:400;">discuss the strip’s impact on the medium and the world.</span></p>
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Recent Episodes

June 9, 2026
Sidekicks and Second Bananas Episode 3 - Roy: A Good Temporary Friend
Host Jimmy Gownley interviews Michael Cohen and Harold Buchholz about Roy's role in introducing Peppermint Patty and the significance of temporary friendships in "Peanuts."

May 26, 2026
Sidekicks Episode 2 - She's Eudorable!
Jimmy Gownley and Michael Cohen interview Liz Sumner about Eudora's enduring modern appeal and debut in 1978.

May 12, 2026
Feel a Little Freedom: Snoopy and the Beagle Scouts
Hosts Jimmy Gownley and Michael Cohen explore Snoopy's adventures with the Beagle Scouts, revealing the joy of independence and self-discovery in this interview.
199 total episodes available with 8 transcripts
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- What is Unpacking Peanuts?
<p>The show where three cartoonists take an in-depth look at the greatest comic strip of all time-- Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. <span style="font-weight:400;">Undeniably one of the most influential cartoonists in history, Unpacking Peanuts examines Schulz’s contributions to art, storytelling, and pop culture. Hosts Jimmy Gownley, Harold Buchholz, and Michael Cohen bring their lifelong love and admiration of </span><span style="font-weight:400;">Peanuts </span><span style="font-weight:400;">to the conversation. </span><span style="font-weight:400;">The interaction between the hosts is genuinely funny and insightful as they </span><span style="font-weight:400;">discuss the strip’s impact on the medium and the world.</span></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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