Archive for November, 2009
Show #138 – November 29, 2009
Nov 29th
I didn’t realize this until I posted the show, but we actually begin this episode with Thanksgiving and end with Christmas! Seems like a good idea, given that we’re kicking off the 2009 holiday season this week. Longtime listener BJ Wanlund is my guest, and in a new Muppet List segment we discuss a Muppet project near and dear to our hearts, Muppet Babies. More >
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Show #137 – November 22, 2009
Nov 22nd
To cap our three-part Sesame Street 40th anniversary celebration, I happily bring you a new interview with longtime human cast member Emilio Delgado – better known to many as Luis. Emilio has been a part of the Sesame cast since 1971, which I believe makes Luis the longest continuous role for a Latino actor! We talk about the show’s past, present, and future, Emilio’s personal contributions to children’s cultural education on the Street, and much, much more. More >
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The Muppet Comic Book BOOM!
Nov 21st
Recently, BOOM! Kids has taken the Muppets to new heights in The Muppet Show Comic Book and the various Muppet story comics.
Sesame Street 40th Anniversary Tribute
Nov 21st
On November 10, 1969, something different happened on TV. An experiment began over the airwaves. One that had been researched and talked about for years before the first scene was even taped. Sesame Street sought to answer the question “can today’s children actually learn something from watching television?”. 40 years later we all know the answer is a resounding “YES!”, because almost all of us are graduates of the Street and can attest to the funny, quirky, catchy, and unforgettable moments Sesame Street has given us over the years.
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, The MuppetCast presents a special 3-episode tribute to the show, and everyone and everything associated with it.
Part 1 (Episode #135): A look back at the first 10 historic seasons of Sesame Street, featuring multiple audio pieces of special songs and moments. Many “firsts” can be found in this 2-hour audio production.
Part 2 (Episode #136): You might call this “A Story of Sesame Street”. In a 90-minute podcast it’s impossible to tell the entire story of this incredible show, but we focus in on a few choice moments and celebrate them.
Part 3 (Episode #137): A look back with one of the longtime Sesame Street cast members, Emilio Delgado. Mr. Delgado plays the character Luis on the show, and has done so since 1971.
