How did beatnik get its name?

How did beatnik get its name? The term “Beatnik” was coined by Herb Caen of the San Francisco Chronicle on , blending the name of the recent Russian satellite Sputnik and Beat Generation. “Beatniks” appeared in many cartoons, movies, and TV shows of the time, perhaps the most famous being the character Maynard G. Why … Continue reading How did beatnik get its name?