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21 years ago, the world was given a gift. Today, we return that gift.
JD Hansel: A Man Who Is documents the monumental career of iconoclastic director JD Hansel. In the decades since his debut production on May 20, 1996, Hansel has given new definition to excellence in cinematography, podcasting, and contrarianism. A Man Who Is celebrates those achievements in unique fashion, as only Hansel biographer Steve Swanson could present them.
Along with footage from Hansel’s friends, fans, and family, Swanson celebrates the 21st birthday of a man destined to change his world forever, with a look back on his various achievements. From extensive research, and with a production team working minutes around the clock, Swanson is able for the first time in history to present the most complete picture ever manufactured of this great man, this elusive man, JD Hansel: A Man Who Is.
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Steve Swanson
Host & Producer
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Host and Producer of The MuppetCast, the original podcast dedicated to the work of Jim Henson and the Muppets.
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Marni Hansel
JD Hansel’s Mother
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Longtime mother and emotional handler of JD Hansel, drama director, and tutor at The Highlands School.
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Doris Winder
JD’s Grandmother
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Has given JD far more cookies, hugs, birthday money, and overall support than is probably really necessary at this point.
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Jarrod Fairclough
The Muppet Mindset
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Despite all comments and outward appearances to the contrary, Jarrod really does like JD.
No, honestly!
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Christopher Harris
The MuppetCast
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Assistiant Editor of MuppetCast.com, Chris should really think about buying at least a couple Muppet shirts.
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Gene Barretta
Author/Illustrator
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Authur of “Dear Deer”, “Neo Leo”, and “Timeless Thomas.” Gene is currently penning his new book “JD Hansel: A Life to Consider.”
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Brian Babcock
Hansel Listener
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Encyclopedic knowledge of all of Hansel’s video & audio work, yet still continues to be a fan for some reason.
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Nicholas Lemon
Lemon Productions, Inc.
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Puppeteer, writer, director, and producer of Some TV!, former 11PC guest, and impromptu DJ for this project.
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Kim
Imaginary Ex-Girlfriend
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Kim is imaginary, and deceased.
This is a difficult joke to explain.
We’re using it anyway.
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To My Good Friend JD Hansel,
I got you. I got you good.
When we first met on July 5, 2010 – yes, it really was that long ago – I had no idea I was meeting a young man who would become such an important person in my life. You are immensely talented, an endlessly creative collaborator, and as good a friend as a guy could ask for. When Marni asked if I could maybe put a little something together for your birthday, I knew you deserved no less than this.
As of today, your 21st birthday, we have known each other 2,512 days. No I did not just make up that number. In that time I’ve seen you grow intellectually and philosophically (we won’t mention the beard at this point), and take steps that others don’t, in an effort to find yourself and truly become who you aspire to be. You should be commended for the man you have become. Maybe someone will do that for you, someday.
As I consider the entirety of your body of work up to this point, not just for yourself and your own fulfillment, but for people all over the world who enjoy your productions, you’ve eclipsed most people your age several times over. I never would have expected the ideas you’ve come up with, or the way you entertain your audience, and I think you’re just getting started. Keep it up. If I can speak for the entire world – and I think I’m qualified to do that – I just want to say, we can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
Happy Birthday,
Steve
P.S. – Your move.
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