The DJ Bob Show is a look inside pop culture, past and present. With interviews from the best in music, television and film, as well as interviews that speak to us on a personal level. This show is a look into our lives, thoughts and interests. It's by us, for you. We'd love if you could join us
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1446: Behind the Scenes of Max and the Midknights (with Co-Executive Producers: David Skelly and Sharon Flynn; Voice Cast: Blu del Barrio, Melissa Villaseñor, Zeno Robinson and Caleb Ye)
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Today, join DJ Bob for an overview of Nickelodeon’s Max and the Midknights, a new animated series based on the book by Lincoln Peirce. Bob talks to both the creative team and voice cast about the show. Be sure to check it out when it premieres October 30th, 2024!
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1445: The Man Who Saved Barney The Dinosaur From Extinction (With Larry Rifkin)
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Today, DJ Bob talks to Larry Rifkin. Rifkin was responsible for bringing Barney and Friends to the United States via a production deal brokered during his tenure at Connecticut Public Television. Today, Larry is a podcaster and the author of the memoir No Dead Air. Join us for this insightful conversation about his life and career.…
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1444: Postcards From Buster at 20: A Look Back
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Join Buster Baxter and his friends for a special look back at 20 years of Postcards From Buster, the beloved animated series that aired on PBS Kids! In this episode, Marc Brown, the creator of the series, Tolon Brown, the producer of the series, and Daniel Brochu, the voice of Buster Baxter, share their favorite memories and insights from the show.…
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1443: Off The Script Page: A Conversation with Ken Scarborough
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In today’s episode, DJ Bob interviews television writer Ken Scarborough. Ken has written for Sesame Street, Doug, and Arthur. Bob talks to Ken about his career, current projects, and more in this enlightening interview.
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1442: Voiceover And Beyond (with Chuck Duran)
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DJ Bob is joined by musician and voiceover producer Chuck Duran. They talk about the voiceover business, its technical aspects, and life in general. Listen as their friendship unfolds in today’s interview!
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1441: Moog Is Brainy, Gifted..Whatever! (with Tahj Mowry)
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You might know Tahj Mowry from his work on Smart Guy, Full House, The Muppets Mayhem, or even Kim Possible. In this heartwarming conversation, Mowry and DJ Bob share interesting stories about Tahj’s time in the industry….like the fact that his first foray into show business was a Charmin commercial.
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Today, DJ Bob interviews Maria Canals-Barrera about Season 2 of Dora, now streaming on Paramount Plus! The two talk about Maria’s transition from playing motherly roles to then playing a grandmother, diversity and inclusion, and much more in this short but sweet interview.
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1439: Cousin Hodie Playdate (with Melanie Harke)
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Today, DJ Bob talks to Melanie Harke, Director of Interactive at Fred Rogers Productions, about the new Donkey Hodie interactive game. “Cousin Hodie Playdate” aids social-emotional learning. The two discuss Melanie’s career, accessibility, and the contents of the game.
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1438: The More You Ruv (with Ann Harada)
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Today, DJ Bob chats with Ann Harada. Ann is known for her stage roles in Avenue Q and Seussical, as well as connections to Sesame Street and puppetry. The two talk about her career, diversity and inclusion, and so much more.
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1437: Monster High 2 (with Miia Harris & Heather Laura Gray)
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Celebrating the Monster High 2 DVD release, DJ Bob sits down with Mia Harris (Clawdeen) and the show’s choreographer, Heather Laura Gray. They talk about inclusivity in the Monster High universe, what viewers can expect from the film, and on-set stories.
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1436: Kindergarten: The Musical (with Michelle Lewis & Charlton Pettus)
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DJ Bob talks with the creatives behind Kindergarten the Musical, a new series from Disney. This interview covers the inspiration for the series, kindergarten memories and so much more!
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1435: From Smart House To Tattoo Ink (with Katie Stiehler)
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Today, DJ Bob talks to Katie Stiehler, an actress known for her roles in the Disney projects Brink! and Smart House. Now the owner of a tattoo shop, Katie talked about her journey from acting to her new career, nostalgic Smart House memories, anecdotes from the 90s, and more.
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1434: Heading To Yo Gabba Gabbaland (with Scott Schultz & Christian Jacobs)
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Join DJ Bob as he chats with Scott Schultz & Christian Jacobs, the Creators & Executive Producers of Yo Gabba Gabbaland, premiering on Apple TV+ on August 9th!
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1433: A Rainbow of Stories (with Steve Horelick)
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Join DJ Bob for a nostalgic journey with Steve Horelick, the music composer behind the beloved children's show, Reading Rainbow. From the iconic theme song to the countless melodies that enriched the show's educational adventures, Steve shares the creative process and the impact of his music on young minds. Discover the challenges and rewards of co…
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1432: Primos: A Behind The Scenes Look (with Natasha Kline)
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Bob sits down with Natasha Kline, Creator and Executive Producer of Disney Channel's new animated series, Primos. Natasha shares how her own life inspired this heartwarming comedy about a big Mexican-American family. Bob and Natasha dive into the importance of diversity and inclusion in culture and on screen. Don't miss this exclusive look behind t…
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1431: Nautical Nonsense For 25 Years, Celebrating SpongeBob's 25th Anniversary (with Vincent Waller & Marc Ceccarelli)
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DJ Bob sits down with the executive producers of SpongeBob to celebrate its twenty-fifth anniversary! In this conversation with Vincent Waller and Marc Ceccarelli, the three talk about their memories of show creator Stephen Hillenburg, the creative process behind the show, memorable moments, and the enduring cultural legacy of the series.…
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1430: Creating Reading Rainbow (with Barbara Irwin, Pam Johnson, and Tony Buttino)
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DJ Bob is joined by the authors of the book Creating Reading Rainbow – Barbara Irwin, Pam Johnson, and Tony Buttino – to talk about their experiences writing the book, the impact of Reading Rainbow, favorite aspects of the show, diversity and inclusion, and much more
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1429: An Afternoon With Mr. McFeely
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Join DJ Bob this week for a conversation with David Newell! David is best known for his portrayal of Mr. McFeely on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. He and Bob talk about diversity in children’s programming, disability inclusion, Fred Rogers’ inspirations for the show, and so much more!
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1428: Hanging with Treisa Gary
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DJ Bob sits down with actress, mindfulness coach and spiritual enthusiast Treisa Gary, who played Bev in 2014’s About a Boy. Join them for an emotional, fun and insightful conversation.
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1427: Living In The Real World: A Conversation With Cristi Williams
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In a very special episode, DJ Bob is again joined by co-host Jane Humen to interview Cristi Williams. Cristi is the owner of a mental health coaching company called Shading the Limelight and an educator at Belmont University. She also has years of direct experience in the entertainment industry through her daughter Hayley’s career as the lead singe…
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1426: Having A Pizza Party (with Songs For Littles' Jules & Catho)
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This week, DJ Bob interviews one of the creatives behind Songs for Littles, Jules, alongside their producer, Catho. They talk about their new single Pizza Party, their upcoming album, their creative process, inclusivity in media, and more!
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1425: Under The Sea with Disney Junior's Ariel
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DJ Bob interviews the creatives behind the new Disney Junior show, Ariel, premiering June 27th. In a conversation with executive producer Lynne Southerland and art director Chrystin Garland, we learn about the show and how they got started in the industry.
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1424: A Lively Conversation with Bradley Freeman Jr.
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In this week’s episode, Bob talks to his friend Bradley Freeman, Jr. Bradley is a puppeteer who plays Wes and Tamir on Sesame Street, among other performing arts credits. The two discuss imposter syndrome, Muppets Mayhem, the challenges of puppeteering, Bradley’s new project with Mo Willems, and more.…
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1423: Good Luck Kramer: A Career Conversation with Eric Allan Kramer
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Recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strikes, DJ Bob’s interview with Eric Allan Kramer is an in-depth discussion. The two talk about Eric’s career, his time on Good Luck Charlie, working with the Muppets, diversity and inclusion, and much more.
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1422: 25 Years of Victor Vito: A Laurie Berkner Celebration
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In this special episode, DJ Bob and Laurie Berkner celebrate twenty-five years of Laurie’s classic album, Victor Vito. They have a conversation about Berkner’s life and career, her interactions with fans on the autism spectrum, and more in this short but sweet episode!
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1421: Talkin' With Tyler Bunch
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Today, DJ Bob interviews Tyler Bunch. Recorded in 2023, this interview provides an overview of Tyler’s long career as a puppeteer, with roles such as Treelo on Bear in the Big Blue House, Baby Cookie Monster on Sesame Beginnings, Louie on Sesame Street, and more. They talk about how Treelo’s character was created, the aspects of creativity Tyler te…
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1420: Old Friends Who've Just Met (with ToughPigs' Joe Hennes)
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On today’s episode, DJ Bob interviews Joe Hennes, Muppets superfan and one of the minds behind ToughPigs.com. The interview covers Joe’s history with the Muppets fandom and ToughPigs.com, what life is like when you make creativity into a career path, his and Bob’s shared experiences, and much more!
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1419: Wishing on a New Star: The Creatives of Fairly Odd Parents: A New Wish
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In today’s episode, DJ Bob talks to the creative forces behind Fairly Odd Parents: A New Wish. In just ten minutes, the group covers topics including the cast’s exposure to the original series, diversity and inclusion, and how the cast members put a unique spin on this new material. Enjoy!
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1418: Thank You Teacher (with Again Again & Mista Cookie Jar)
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In a special episode for Teacher Appreciation Week, Bob sits down with artists Again Again (Anne Montroe and Jennifer Cook) and Mista Cookie Jar to talk about their new song, “Thank You Teacher”. They talk about how this particular collaboration came to be, how it evolved during the creative process, what the song means to them, and more!…
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1417: Beyond the Puppet: Unveiling Identity and Resilience with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph
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Leslie Carrara-Rudolph is a puppeteer, voice actress and singer best known for her portrayal of Abby Cadabby on Sesame Street. Leslie and DJ Bob spend this memorable episode talking about sources of joy, visible and invisible identities, the challenges associated with being marginalized, the impact of trauma, and more.…
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1416: From Puppetry to Vulnerability: A Conversation with Jennifer Barnhart
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On this episode, Bob interviews Jen Barnhart. Bob and Jen discuss the value of being vulnerable, Jen’s newfound greater understanding of disability and ableism, Jen’s experiences with Broadway and puppeteering, and so much more!
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1415: Inclusivity At Its Core Part 2: A Conversation with the Voice Cast & Director of Hop(with David Connolly, Charlotte Diana Walker, and Bruce Simpson)
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On this episode, DJ Bob sits down with the creatives and voice actors behind the new Max show, Hop. They discuss a variety of topics, including diversity and inclusion in acting, the casting process for the show, disability representation in Hop, and much more!
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1414: Catching up with the cast of Paramount+'s DORA! (with Kathleen Herles, Diana Zermeño, & Asher Colton Spence)
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Calling all young explorers! This Friday, April 12th, Paramount Plus blasts off on a brand new adventure series with Dora! Dora's back and braver than ever, ready to tackle bigger challenges and explore amazing new places with her friends. Get set for epic quests, solving mysteries, and helping others – all with a sprinkle of magic in this fantasti…
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1413: I Saw Them Standing There: Adventures of an Original Fan During Beatlemania and Beyond (with Debbie Gendler)
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Today, DJ Bob interviews Debbie Gendler. Debbie is known for being an original Beatles superfan. A member of the audience during the group’s iconic Ed Sullivan Show performance, she collected a lifetime’s worth of experiences and wrote a book about them, titled “I Saw Them Standing There: Adventures of an Original Fan During Beatlemania and Beyond”…
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1412: Inclusivity At Its Core: A Conversation with the Creatives of HOP on Max (Marc Brown, Tolon Brown & Peter Hirsch)
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On this episode, Bob chats with the Creatives of the new show, Hop, which is streaming now on Max. Join Bob as he talks to Marc Brown, Tolon Brown & Peter Hirsch about the show as well as its representation of people with disabilities. They also discuss making sure that people with disabilities are represented in the voice cast, their experiences w…
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1411: Reaching for the Rainbow (with Matt Vogel)
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Today, DJ Bob interviews puppeteer Matt Vogel. Matt is known for his work on Sesame Street as the current performer of Kermit the Frog and Big Bird. Bob and Matt talk about the various obstacles that once stood in the way of their respective dream careers, the difficult side of puppeteering, the time Big Bird lost a wing, and more.…
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1410: Behind The Mic & More (with Stephen Russell ft. Jane Humen)
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In this can’t-miss episode, DJ Bob and cohost Jane Humen sit down for a special interview with Stephen Russell. Stephen is a voice actor known for his work on The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield video game titles, among other credits. The three talk about how Stephen became a voice actor, the challenges associated with voice acting, favorite …
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1409: Let's Clean The World Up (Debi Derryberry's Gotta Go Green)
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On today’s episode, DJ Bob sits down for a heartwarming conversation with Debi Derryberry. Debi is a voice actress known for a plethora of roles, including Jimmy in Jimmy Neutron, Draculaura in Monster High, the aliens in Toy Story, and many more. She and Bob talk about her new children’s music album “Gotta Go Green”, her passion for environmental …
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1408: Monster High Takes Over The DJ Bob Show! (with Monster High showrunner, Shea Fontana)
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Join DJ Bob as he chats with Monster High showrunner Shea Fontana! They'll discuss the first season DVD (available now), the show's inclusive cast, and the importance of celebrating your inner monster! Plus, get a spooky hint about season two! Tune in and unleash your inner ghoul with The DJ Bob Show!…
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1407: One For The Record Books (with Josh Robert Thompson ft. Nate Begle)
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This episode contains some adult language which may not be suitable for some viewers. Listener discretion is advised. This week, Bob and cohost Nate Begle interview Josh Robert Thompson. Josh is known for The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Family Guy, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and many others. The three talk about Josh’s ability to do voice imp…
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1406: This Episode Will Give You Goosebumps (with Tim Jacobus)
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In today’s episode, DJ Bob interviews beloved illustrator Tim Jacobus. Best known for his Goosebumps book covers, the artist shares his journey with the popular children’s horror series. DJ Bob and Jacobus discuss working with R. L. Stine, the transition from traditional to digital art, and the joys and struggles of being an artist. Whether you're …
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1405: A Conversation With Alice Dinnean
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Bob interviews puppeteer Alice Dinnean. The two talk about how her career began with an internship in puppeteering that was initially just for fun, Sesame Workshop’s efforts towards diversity and inclusion, favorite projects, and more!
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1404: Lyla In The Loop (with Dave Peth & Fracaswell Hyman)
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Join DJ Bob in the countdown to the premiere of "Lyla In The Loop"! In this special episode, DJ Bob sits down with the show's creator, Dave Peth, and head writer, Fracaswell Hyman. Get a sneak peek into the inspiration and behind-the-scenes excitement of the new PBS Kids series, premiering on February 5th. With anecdotes and insights, this episode …
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1403: Cardigans, Mutts, Bears and More! (with Hugh Martin)
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In today’s episode, Bob sits down for an interview with Hugh Martin. Hugh is a director who has worked on children’s television shows such as Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Bear in the Big Blue House, and others. Bob and Hugh spend over an hour chatting about topics like Hugh’s start as a director, his relationship with Fred Rogers, his experience as…
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1402: This Episode Is Worth A Million Dollars (with Jason James Richter & Sydney)
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DJ Bob and his guest co-host, fiancée Sydney, dive into Free Willy's enduring legacy with star Jason James Richter. Reflecting on the film's impact 30 years later, they share behind-the-scenes tales, discuss working with Keiko the Orca, and explore Jason's current projects. Uncover the profound influence Free Willy had on Sydney's life, making this…
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1401: Hit It, John! (with John McDaniel)
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Join us on The DJ Bob Show for a captivating episode featuring John McDaniel, the brilliant composer and orchestrator known for his six seasons on The Rosie O'Donnell Show. Delve into McDaniel's fascinating world as he shares stories from behind-the-scenes, navigates the challenges of remote work during COVID, and sheds light on his commitment to d…
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1381: Manifesting, Sesame Street, and More (with Joey Mazzarino)
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In this episode, Bob interviews Joey Mazzarino. Joey is a Sesame Street puppeteer known for his roles as Murray Monster and Stinky the Stinkweed, among others. He and Bob talk about Muppets, creativity, disability inclusion, and more during their chat.
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1380: From Mexico to Muppets (with Carmen Osbahr)
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Today, Bob interviews Sesame Street puppeteer Carmen Osbahr. Carmen shares with Bob many stories of her life, including overcoming a language barrier, her work on Sesame Street and other shows like Between the Lions, how she got started in the industry, and more.
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1379: Drawing Directors (with Randal Kleiser)
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DJ Bob interviews Randal Kleiser, director of films including Grease, The Boy in the Plastic Bubble, Flight of the Navigator, White Fang, and Honey, I Blew Up the Kid. Bob and Randal talk about Randal’s lengthy directing career and new book, Drawing Directors. The two also talk about the rewards and challenges that come with being creative, and Ran…
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1378: .... And Now, A Word From Marc Brown (with Arthur Creator, Marc Brown)
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This week, Bob sits down for a very special episode and interviews Marc Brown - author, illustrator, and creator of the Arthur franchise. Marc talks about many topics, including his connection to Fred Rogers, the real-life inspiration for Grandma Thora, the social impact and progress of Arthur, representation in media, the power of television to ma…
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