Best Jake Deffinbaugh Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 334: Jamie Donmoyer (Puppeteer & Puppet Wrangler) 57:34

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we welcome the multi-talented puppeteer, puppet wrangler, producer, and writer Jamie Donmoyer! Jamie pupeteered for Sesame Street in the Sesame Street 4-D Movie Magic attraction at Universal Studios Japan, contributed to the holiday special Once Upon a Sesam…

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Episode 333: Justin Roberts (Singer-Songwriter & Musician) 56:07

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by award-winning children's musician and singer-songwriter Justin Roberts! Before becoming one of the most beloved names in family music, Justin got his start in the indie-folk scene as a founding member of Pimentos for Gus. After the band's spl…

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Episode 332: Jean Marie Keevins (Puppet Artist & Producer) 1:09:00

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we speak with the incredibly talented Jean Marie Keevins — a puppet artist, producer, writer, designer, and one of the most versatile creative forces in the puppetry world! Jean Marie shares her fascinating journey from building puppets for Avenue Q and Disn…

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Episode 331: Sonja Ball & Rick Jones (Voice Actors) 1:07:32

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by two incredible talents who helped shape the voices of our childhoods, Sonja Ball and Rick Jones! Sonja is best known for bringing to life beloved characters such as Wimzie on Wimzie's House, Jane Read (Arthur's mom) on Arthur, Huckle Cat on T…

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Episode 330: Scott Kraft (Writer & Producer) 44:12

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're thrilled to welcome writer and producer Scott Kraft! Scott has had an incredible impact on children's television, with a career spanning beloved animated and live-action projects. From his early work with Nelvana on classics like Rolie Polie Olie, Geor…

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Episode 329: Vivian Bayubay McLaughlin (Actress & TV Host) 1:48:04

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we are joined by Vivian Bayubay McLaughlin, best known to Playhouse Disney fans as Vivian, one of the beloved hosts of the preschool favorite Out of the Box! Vivian shares how she landed the role, her favorite songs and crafts from the show, what it was like…

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Episode 328: Dete Meserve (Executive Producer & Showrunner) 20:02

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we welcome television and film producer Dete Meserve. Dete shares her journey from serving as executive producer on the PBS Kids hit Ready Jet Go! to taking the reins as executive producer and showrunner of Weather Hunters, the newest PBS Kids series created…

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Wesley Eure (Actor/Writer/Producer) || Ep. 327 1:20:27

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we welcome actor, writer, producer, and creator Wesley Eure! Known to millions for his role as Michael Horton on Days of Our Lives and as Will Marshall on the beloved sci-fi adventure Land of the Lost, Wesley's career spans across soap operas, television, fi…

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Debi Derryberry #3 (Voice Actress/Singer) || Ep. 326 31:38

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're thrilled to welcome back voice actress and children's musical artist Debi Derryberry for her third appearance! Beloved for bringing countless animated characters to life, Debi now turns her talents toward soothing songs with her brand-new lullaby album…

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Jeff Zahn (Composer/Music Supervisor) || Ep. 325 1:09:05

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we welcome acclaimed music supervisor and composer Jeff Zahn, whose work has soundtracked some of the most beloved children's television of the past three decades. Jeff's credits include iconic series like Are You Afraid of the Dark?, The Busy World of Richa…

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Koyalee Chanda (Director/Producer) || Ep. 324 1:29:53

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by the talented children's director and producer Koyalee Chanda! Koyalee got her start on the groundbreaking Nick Jr. favorite Blue's Clues, where she directed and wrote episodes, directed the show's memorable "video letters", and even provided …

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Liz Filios (Actress/Composer) || Ep. 323 51:08

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we welcome actress, composer, and teaching artist Liz Filios! From 2010 to 2012, Liz brought joy to young viewers as one of the hosts of Sprout's morning block, The Sunny Side Up Show. Continuing her work with kids, she went on to create Storytime in the Zoo…

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Jan Nelson (Wife of Jerry Nelson) || Ep. 322 1:23:40

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we honor another puppeteer who is no longer with us, by interviewing Jan Nelson, the wife of legendary puppeteer Jerry Nelson, best known for originating the roles of Count von Count and Herry Monster on Sesame Street, Floyd Pepper, Robin the Frog, and Lew Z…

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Jim Kroupa (Puppeteer/Puppet Builder) || Ep. 321 2:47:48

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we welcome back legendary puppeteer and puppet builder Jim Kroupa for a deeper dive into his career in the world of puppetry, after speaking to him previously for the Between the Lions reunion special. Jim got his start with The Jim Henson Company as an addi…

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Kristin DiQuollo & Chris Loggins (Producers) || Ep. 320 24:27

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we spoke with Kristin DiQuollo and Chris Loggins, both of which who work for Fred Rogers Productions, where Kristin is a co-executive producer on Donkey Hodie and Chris is a supervising producer on Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood. Our discussion today covers the…

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Allison McClain Merrill (Blogger/Journalist) || Ep. 319 1:20:13

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by blogger and journalist Allison McClain Merrill! Allison is a travel writer and pop culture reporter who is best known for being a historian of one of television's most popular networks, Disney Channel! We discuss favorite shows and DCOMs, the…

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Nitya Vidyasagar (Actress) || Ep. 318 35:10

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by actress Nitya Vidyasagar! From 2008 to 2015, Nitya was beloved by generations as Leela, one of the human characters on Sesame Street. She shares memories of her time on the iconic series, including performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Pa…

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Bobs Gannaway (Writer/Producer/Director) || Ep. 317 58:30

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we talk all things Disney with Emmy-winning writer, producer, and director Bobs Gannaway! Bobs began his storied career at Disney developing the Timon & Pumbaa series and executive producing 101 Dalmatians: The Series with longtime collaborator Tony Craig. H…

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Brian Jones (Puppeteer/Actor) || Ep. 316 59:27

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, it's another dive into the world of puppetry and show business with puppeteer and actor Brian Jones! For several years, Brian brought characters to life with The Muppets, contributing to projects like Muppets Most Wanted and the 2015 ABC Muppets series. On s…

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Randy Crenshaw (Singer) || Ep. 315 1:07:06

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we sit down with the incredibly versatile and accomplished session singer Randy Crenshaw! From Beetlejuice to The Nightmare Before Christmas, Randy's vocal work has been the hidden heartbeat of countless beloved films and series. For decades, he's lent his t…

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John Cody (Puppeteer/Puppet Builder) || Ep. 314 2:00:31

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we talk puppetry and pop culture with the incredibly talented puppeteer and puppet builder John Cody! John shares his fascinating journey through the world of puppetry, from his freelance work on Sesame Street, including the Cookie Monster's Bake Sale specia…

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Katherine Pully (Actress) || Ep. 313 36:34

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Katherine Pully, a former child actress best known for her role as Beth on Barney & Friends during Seasons 7 and 8! Katherine shares her memories of working on the beloved children's series, from what it was like filming with …

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Matt Ficner (Puppeteer) || Ep. 312 32:23

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented Canadian puppet artist and performer, Matt Ficner! Known for his unique characters and imaginative designs, Matt has brought countless puppets to life across television and film. We dive into his early work on Th…

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Charlie Adler (Voice Actor/Voice Director) || Ep. 311 1:21:27

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we welcome the legendary voice behind some of animation's most unforgettable characters — Charlie Adler! With a career spanning decades, Charlie has brought to life an iconic range of roles, from Nat Smurfling on The Smur…

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Jennifer Seguin (Actress/Voice Actress) || Ep. 310 1:27:06

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Canadian actress and voice artist Jennifer Seguin! Best known as the voice of Doris, Caillou's mom on the long-running children's series Caillou, Jennifer has brought warmth, humor, and heart to countle…

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Steve D'Angelo & Terry Tompkins (Composers) || Ep. 309 45:07

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're joined by the dynamic Canadian composing duo Steve D'Angelo and Terry Tompkins, the musical minds behind some of the most beloved children's shows of the past few decades. If you grew up watching PBS Kids, chances are you've heard their unforgett…

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Aubrey Miller (Actress/Singer/Dancer) || Ep. 308 46:09

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome the multitalented Aubrey Miller! Aubrey has been lighting up screens and stages since childhood, getting her start as the Junior Beats version of Kiki on Nick Jr.'s The Fresh Beat Band and showing off her dance moves in Just D…

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Michael & Patty Silversher (Songwriters) || Ep. 307 1:23:41

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by the legendary songwriting duo Michael and Patty Silversher! Known for crafting some of the most iconic and beloved tunes in children's television, the Silvershers have been the musical minds behind countless favorites from Disney and The Jim …

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Greg Page (Performer/Original Yellow Wiggle) || Ep. 306 1:07:15

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we had the great pleasure of speaking with someone who not only shaped our childhoods, but generations of childhoods! We're joined by none other than Greg Page — Australian singer, performer, and the original Yellow Wiggle of children's music group, Th…

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Joanne Samuel (Actress/Director/Producer) || Ep. 305 53:37

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're joined by the talented Australian actress, director, and producer Joanne Samuel! Best known for her iconic role as Jessie Rockatansky in the original Mad Max, Joanne takes us on a journey through her remarkable career in film and television. We t…

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Bob Schooley & Mark McCorkle (Writers/Producers) || Ep. 304 1:14:55

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this exciting episode, we're joined by the creative masterminds behind some of your favorite TV series and films, Bob Schooley and Mark McCorkle! From their early work on The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! to writing episodes of beloved Disney hits like Goof Troop an…

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Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz (Musician) || Ep. 303 1:40:29

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome legendary drummer and longtime "Weird Al" Yankovic collaborator, Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz! For over four decades, Bermuda has been the rhythmic force behind Al's iconic parodies, touring the world and recording countless fan-fav…

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David Bernard Wolf (Composer/Music Director) || Ep. 302 55:15

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this exciting episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented composer and music director David Bernard Wolf! Early in his career, David founded his own audio production company, Crywolf Productions, where he created and recorded audio content for none other than C…

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Kanja Chen (Puppeteer/Writer) || Ep. 301 1:30:31

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented Kanja Chen—puppeteer, puppet builder, and writer! Kanja's journey in the puppet world began with performing the title character in Slick Silly and working on series like Mr. Meaty and Big & Small. He later brough…

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Ryan Desaulnier (Actor/Singer/Musician) || Ep. 300 1:32:12

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On today's episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented dancer, singer, and musician Ryan Desaulnier! Originally from Canada, Ryan began his career performing in a variety of productions for the Stratford Festival before making the move to Australia, where he starr…

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Alison Mork (Puppeteer) || Ep. 299 1:14:59

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On today's episode, we're joined by the wonderful Alison Mork! Best known for her work on Pee-wee's Playhouse, Alison brought to life beloved characters like Chairry, Chicky Baby, Magic Screen, and many more. Following her time in the Playhouse, she went on to puppetee…

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Andy Fickman (Director/Writer/Producer) || Ep. 298 53:30

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On today's episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented director, writer, and producer Andy Fickman! Andy has brought countless memorable films to the big screen, including The Game Plan, Race to Witch Mountain, You Again, and Parental Guidance. He also co-wrote an…

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Eryk Casemiro (Writer/Producer) || Ep. 297 47:15

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On today's episode, we're joined by the incredible Eryk Casemiro! Early in his career, Eryk produced the beloved holiday special Frosty Returns, but he is best known for his extensive work with the animation studio Klasky Csupo. As a producer and executive producer, he…

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Michelle Hickey (Puppet Wrangler/Puppet Builder) || Ep. 296 30:21

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Michelle Hickey! As a talented puppet wrangler and Muppet Workshop artist, Michelle has been a key part of bringing Sesame Street to life, working closely with iconic characters, especially as one of the main wranglers for …

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Fracaswell Hyman (Writer/Producer/Author) || Ep. 295 55:56

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On today's episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented Fracaswell Hyman! For years, Cas has been a key creative force in children's television, writing for beloved series like Ghostwriter, Gullah Gullah Island, Taina, and recently Lyla in the Loop. He's best known…

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Hilary Momberger-Powers (Actress/Script Supervisor) || Ep. 294 40:05

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In today's episode, we're joined by the wonderful Hilary Momberger-Powers! As a former child actress, Hilary is best known for voicing Sally Brown in several Peanuts projects, including the beloved feature film Snoopy Come Home and the classic holiday special A Charlie…

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Richard Termine (Photographer/Puppet Builder) || Ep. 293 1:03:20

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Richard Termine! Richard's career began in the world of puppetry, designing and building beloved Sesame Street characters like Placido Flamingo, Meryl Sheep, and Wolfgang the Seal. He also contributed to the Sesame Street s…

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Tim Blaney (Puppeteer/Voice Actor) || Ep. 292 59:06

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! Join us on today's episode as we chat with puppeteer and voice actor, Tim Blaney. Tim's work has brought so many beloved characters to life, most notably as the puppeteer and voice of the iconic Johnny 5 in the Short Circuit films. His career with The Jim Henson Compan…

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Bill Sherman (Composer/Arranger) || Ep. 291 58:34

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! Today, we had the pleasure of speaking with the incredibly talented composer, arranger, and orchestrator, Bill Sherman. Bill's musical journey has taken him from the bright lights of Broadway to the streets of Sesame Street, and everywhere in between. He's a key collab…

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Ellis Weiner (Writer/Author) || Ep. 290 1:12:20

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In today's episode, we chat with writer and author, Ellis Weiner. From his early days as an editor at National Lampoon and columnist for Spy Magazine, to his work with the Muppets (including writing the mock behind-the-scenes book The Great Muppet Caper!: The Making of…

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Michael Hirsh (Producer) || Ep. 289 43:03

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On this episode, we have a conversation with Michael Hirsh, the creative force behind so many cherished childhood memories. Michael co-founded Nelvana, the studio that brought us classics like Little Bear, Franklin, Babar, Max & Ruby, The Magic School Bus, Rolie Polie …

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David Skelly (Puppeteer/Writer/Director) || Ep. 288 1:20:50

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we talk with puppeteer, writer, and director David Skelly. David's journey began at The Jim Henson Company, where he honed his puppetry skills as a puppet builder on projects like The Muppet Christmas Carol and Sesame Street. He then transitioned to Pi…

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Michael Poryes (Writer/Producer) || Ep. 287 44:19

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! Join us as we chat with writer and producer Michael Poryes, the mastermind behind a number of iconic series! Michael co-created the hit Disney Channel shows That's So Raven and Hannah Montana, shaping a generation of viewers. He also created Life with Boys on YTV and H…

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Tracie Mick (Puppeteer) || Ep. 286 35:34

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! On this episode, we speak with the incredibly talented puppeteer, Tracie Mick! Tracie has brought characters to life for Disney stage shows like Playhouse Disney Live!, Bear in the Big Blue House Live!, and even contributed her puppetry skills to Disney Cruise Line and…

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Steve Roslonek (Musician/Performer) || Ep. 285 55:07

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In this episode of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we are joined by Steve Roslonek, better known in the children's music scene as SteveSongs! Steve shares stories from his beginnings with a capella group The Vineyard Sound, his years appearing on PBS Kids as Mr. Steve, performing at a wide variety of live events and so much more!…