Nostalgia Trap - Episode 310: Let's Go Exploring w/ Justin Rogers-Cooper
Nostalgia Trap · David Parsons
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Show Notes
Bill Watterson's extraordinary comic strip Calvin and Hobbes made a huge cultural impact in the 80s and 90s, and remains an all-time favorite for both me and Justin. In this conversation, we talk about what makes Calvin and Hobbes so unique, how it connects to other 20th century comic projects from Peanuts to South Park, and how Watterson's one man crusade against corporate tyranny pre-figured the social politics of "selling out" in the influencer age. And we're joined this week by a very special guest, Justin's 8 year old son, Konrad, who passionately testifies to Calvin and Hobbes' enduring appeal for the youthful imagination. Subscribe for bonus episodes and movie club: patreon.com/nostalgiatrap.