Welcome to the Superfan Podcast, where the people who make the comics you love talk about the things they love… that aren’t comics. Season 1 features @bishop1888.bsky.social, @marcguggenheim.bsky.social, @kellysue.bsky.social, @mattkindt.bsky.social, @muttscomics.bsky.social & more.

Sunday Funnies Volumes 1 and 2 celebrate the first five years of Patrick McDonnell’s beloved comic strip. These volumes highlight the humor and charm that made MUTTS a classic. Both volumes and the box set will be on sale October 2026. Preorder today! @muttscomics.bsky.social

For the title panels in MUTTS Sunday comic strips, Patrick often takes inspiration from great works of art, paying homage to creators across all periods and styles. This rendition, Whiskers Mother, is inspired by James McNeill Whistler’s “Whistler’s Mother” (1871).

“Real change in the world will only come from a change of heart.” We recently celebrated the anniversary of “Heart to Heart.” A collaboration between Patrick and His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, it explores how we can help our planet through a compassionate revolution. Fetch your copy at MUTTS.com.

Love is a sunny spot on a brisk day, a wagging tail, a gentle nudge asking for pets. What is love to you? 💕 We'd love to share your answers in a future post or email. Yesh!

My love of the Comic Strip, Peanuts, is well documented on this here internet. Therefore I highly recommend this podcast, @unpackingpeanuts.bsky.social I also love Mutts, @muttscomics.bsky.social, (link below) It can be enjoyed with Cats and Coffee. #comicscatsandcoffee youtu.be/pFHpHGRC8d4?...

"The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery." –Francis Bacon

"The simple things are also the most extraordinary things, and only the wise can see them." –Paulo Coelho

"Music is the shorthand of emotion." –Leo Tolstoy What song makes your heart soar? Did you know: This artwork is based on one of Patrick's early title panels from February 16, 1997: mutts.com/products/str...

Gifts come in all shapes and sizes. They can be wrapped in a bow, shared in a hug, or felt in quiet moments of togetherness. What gifts brought you the most joy this season?

A shnacky-snack and a little snooze sounds great to us. What's your favorite snack or treat?

This December, Patrick's book "The Gift of Nothing" is returning to the stage at Marin Theatre (presented in partnership with Muttville Senior Dog Rescue)! Learn all about it in this conversation between cast member Joseph O'Malley and 22 Panels Podcast: jcd22panelspo.podbean.com/e/marintheatre

Patrick will be joining the panel this Saturday! He was fortunate to get to write the introduction to this stunning collection, "The Essential Peanuts," imbued with 75 years of happiness, love, and artistry. Don't miss it!

Marin Theatre Presents the West Coast Premiere of Patrick McDonnell's The Gift of Nothing @muttscomics.bsky.social

Looking for some happy Friday listening? Patrick's conversation with the Superfan Podcast (@spfanpodcast.bsky.social) is out NOW! Tune in for an engaging, hour-long conversation about MUTTS, Peanuts, Frank Zappa, and more. ✨ spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-p...

Good grief! We're hosting a panel with author Mark Evanier, 'Mutts' cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, and publisher Charles Kochman on Nov. 16 celebrating the release of 'The Essential Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz.' cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/11/16/the-essential-peanuts-a-75-anniversary-event

Progress counts, even when it arrives fashionably late. Don't let the midweek slump get you down!

Patrick McDonell has been inducted into the Harvey Awards Hall of Fame! Read the moving speech he gave on @vol1brooklyn.bsky.social www.vol1brooklyn.com/2025/10/17/p...

New pod! AIPT #Comics #Podcast Ep. 349 — #NYCC mega-recap + our interview with @muttscomics.bsky.social legend Patrick McDonnell on “The Gift of Everything,” gratitude, and 30 years of MUTTS. Listen 🎧: aiptcomics.com/2025/10/12/a...

The Harvey handed to Patrick McDonnell ( @muttscomics.bsky.social ) as he was inducted into the Hall of Fame. McDonnell will return to the podcast soon, as we'll be discussing his THE GIFT OF EVERYTHING. This will be a can't miss episode. #NYCC

🏆We are so excited to congratulate John Byrne and Patrick Mcdonnell as they have been inducted into the Harvey Awards Hall of Fame! 📚Be sure to check out their latest comic books! X-Men Elsewhen and Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story! #HarveyAwards #Awards #Mutts #XMEN

Yesh, it's true! "The Gift of Everything" and "The Gift of Nothing" (Anniversary Edition) by Patrick McDonnell are officially USA TODAY National Bestsellers! Fetch your signed copies here: mutts.com/collections/...

Will we see you tomorrow at @newyorkcomiccon.bsky.social? Patrick will be signing copies of his books at 2:30 p.m. at the Hachette booth! Be sure to stop by and say hello. Yesh!

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🐾✨ @muttscomics.bsky.social creator Patrick McDonnell opens up about The Gift of Everything (out Oct 7), a heartwarming new tale of Mooch & Earl about gratitude, simplicity, and the magic of friendship. #comicbooks #comicsky Interview by @davidbrooke.bsky.social:

Thanks to our friends at @people.com for sharing about the release of "The Gift of Everything" and the 20th Anniversary Edition of "The Gift of Nothing." As Patrick told People, “Taken together, these two books celebrate that life’s real treasures are found in presence, not presents." Out now!

"Art reminds us of our higher selves." Patrick joined @comicbookyeti.com for a chat about artistic motivation, the Zen of cartooning, viewing the world with gratitude and wonder, and his new book "The Gift of Everything" (out 10/7, available for preorder now). www.comicbookyeti.com/post/patrick...

It’s your 75th anniversary, Charlie Brown! 💛⁠ ⁠ 🎉 Today marks the official 75th anniversary of Peanuts! On October 2, 1950, the first Peanuts comic strip, shown here, was published in seven newspapers nationwide. Charles M. Schulz was 27 years old.

In this heartfelt letter, Patrick McDonnell reflects on his friendship with Dr. Jane Goodall, which began with a simple MUTTS comic strip featuring his "animal activist" character Shtinky Puddin’. ❤️

We were heartbroken to learn of Dr. Jane Goodall's passing. She changed the way we understand animals and has inspired millions, including each of us on Team MUTTS. Thank you, Jane, for being a bright light, an incredible role model, and the embodiment of humanity's connection to the natural world.

Yesh! This fall and winter, Patrick McDonnell is going on tour to celebrate the release of his new picture book “The Gift of Everything.” (Out on 10/7 and available for preorder now!) If you’re able, we’d love for you to join us. More details here: mutts.com/blogs/news/p...

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." –F. Scott Fitzgerald It's finally fall! What are you looking forward to as we settle into this new season?

Happy International Literacy Day! Which books have sent you on your favorite voyages through time?

Did you know? Fostering can exponentially increase a pet's chance of being adopted. Outside of the shelter, pets can decompress, let their true personality shine, and improve their social skills! Not only that, it can clear a space in the shelter for another pet in need of being rescued.

Mooch is ready for a weekend of swimming. What are you up to this weekend?

Did you know Patrick’s graphic novel "The Super Hero’s Journey" features the stars of the latest #Marvel blockbuster, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps?" Named a Top 10 Best Graphic Novel by the Washington Post, it's a Marvel masterpiece! mutts.com/products/sig... #FantasticFour #OutNow

Thank you to @boingboing.net for amplifying our Adopt Love campaign to raise awareness and support for shelter animals! boingboing.net/2025/08/04/c...

Aug. 4, 2025 💗 This special Foster Stories strip features Tiki, a very brave boy who was rescued by the @aspca.org and pulled into the Muddy Paws Rescue program, where he captured the hearts of millions through updates shared by his incredible foster, Isabel. He has just one plea: Foster my friends!

Happy National Mutt Day! We may be a little partial, but we think mutts are the best. Celebrate by showing off your mutt, and give them a belly rub for us!

“There is a crack, a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” —Leonard Cohen

"If the stars should appear but one night every thousand years, how man would marvel and stare." —Ralph Waldo Emerson Take a little time this week to pause, take in the world around you, and do a little stargazing. 🌟

It's time to channel your inner kitten — today is National Kitten Day! If you need a little extra help finding your inner kitten, you're in luck. We're in the middle of kitten season, a time when shelters are filled to the brim with adorable, ✨adoptable✨ kittens. Let them show you how it's done!

Let the summer games begin! What's your favorite summertime activity? 😎

Sneak peek: Patrick recently sat down for a conversation with @spfanpodcast.bsky.social! They chatted about comics, Patrick's upcoming book releases, and his "past life" as a musician playing at CBGBs alongside the Ramones and other punk legends. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for the full episode!

Stop, reflect, find your purr, and shine from within. Today, we're excited to launch our newest collection celebrating all of the small wonders that remind us to slow down and cherish the everyday moments. ✨ Find your bright spot at mutts.com/collections/...

"Life is a balance between holding on and letting go." -Rumi

What are you diving into this weekend?

What's your favorite kind of flower? 🌸 🌼 🌹

Exciting news: "Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story" has been nominated for an Eisner Award! Winners will be announced at this year's San Diego Comic-Con in July. Thank you to all who have supported this special story — and congrats all all the nominees! #EisnerAwards #EisnerNominated #ComicCon

"For one to have complete satisfaction from flowers, you must have time to spend with them." -Grace Kelly