A look at Valentine’s Day depictions in cartoons, from “Peanuts” and “The Simpsons” to DC Comics’ Hawkman and Hawkgirl.
Media
Various media topics, including comics, animation, movies, TV, and diversity issues.
Floating timelines in comics
A look at floating timelines in comics, including Marvel and DC Comics’ continuity changes, and “FoxTrot”‘s changing Apple tech.
February 2022 graphic novel picks and news
A look at graphic novels of interest coming out in February 2022, including a sequel to “Green Lantern: Legacy.”
Cartoon review: “The Loud House”
A review of the Nickelodeon animated cartoon series “The Loud House,” about the Loud family (two parents who have 10 girls and one boy).
7 obsolete technology references in cartoons
A look at seven obsolete technology references in cartoons, from CB radios to phone booths to dial-tuner TV sets.
COVID-19 vaccination PSAs featuring cartoon characters
A look at some COVID-19 public service announcements (PSAs) featuring cartoon characters, including DC and Marvel comic superheroes.
Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, and Nickelodeon viewership dropped in 2021
Cable TV’s viewership decline in 2021 also extends to animation-related channels like Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, and Disney Channel.
Cartoons that should’ve entered public domain in 2022 (but didn’t)
A look at cartoons that should’ve entered public domain in 2022 under their original copyright terms, but (of course) didn’t.
New Year’s and Boxing Day in cartoons
A look at New Year’s Eve and Boxing Day in cartoons, from Rankin-Bass’ “Rudolph’s Shiny New Year” to several “Peanuts” specials.
January 2022 graphic novel picks and news
A look at my graphic novel, manga, and trade paperback picks for January 2022. Also, what’s the future look like for Archie Comics?