I’m proud to have once again written the opening article for the legendary Smithsonian Magazine. You’ll find it in the Prologue section of the July/August 2025 issue.
This time, the American icon is the world-famous Peanuts comic strip, which celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2025.
That’s right, good ol’ Charlie Brown and Snoopy are turning 75 this year!
Peanuts is a real classic and a household name. As a kid, I used to read the strips and always enjoyed the animated specials – particularly the uber-festive A Charlie Brown Christmas from 1965 (Vince Guaraldi’s soundtrack is genius).
I love writing for Smithsonian Magazine. It’s such a prestigious publication. Completing an article always feels like an event, because it often takes me several weeks and multiple drafts to perfect it.
Even though I’m the writer, with so much input from the editors, each article feels like true teamwork.
Where can you read the article?
Personally, I feel the best way to enjoy this article is by grabbing a copy of Smithsonian Magazine, which is sold in good magazine stores worldwide. This way, you can also enjoy the rest of the publication.
Can’t wait?
Fortunately, you can also read it on the Smithsonian Magazine website: How the Beloved ‘Peanuts’ Found Its Way to Define the Modern Comic Strip.
If you read it, I’m always happy to hear feedback. Please get in touch or leave a comment.
Want something else to read? Check out my new article about Italian coffee culture and the potential wellbeing benefits of coffee.