In this episode we discuss the first title character, Calvin. Where did he come from and what makes him tick? We'll discuss his origin both in and out of the strip, his personality, and of course the strips that bring these traits to life. Here is a list of the comics mentioned this episode, along with their publication dates and the books where they can be found. We would love to hear from you! You can email us at MagicCandH@proton.me And you can join our Facebook page here! We hope you'll join us!

Come join us to celebrate 40 years of Calvin and Hobbes, starting November 18, 2025! We'll release 40 episodes about the world's greatest comic strip, with topics ranging from dinosaurs to philosophy! Note: we are not affiliated with Bill Watterson or his syndicate, we are just a couple of superfans having a blast talking about our favorite comic. We hope you'll come explore with us!