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Intrigue! Murder! Anthropomorphism! Listen in as Mr. Johnson, his wife Grace, their kid Timmy, and their dog Cosmo experience mid-century America through the surreal happenstances of their daily lives. Buttercups & Moonbeams is an improv comedy podcast produced by Brandeis Television at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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    • Dec 21, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 28 EPISODES


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    Series Finale - Ceasar Salad

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 32:20


    The best mirror is an old friend - "Mrs. Whiskers" over here puts that to test in this final episode of Buttercups and Moonbeams. Server #1, Lafayette, & Timmy - Omer Barash Server #2, Gilbert, Matt, Jerry Jr., Boris, Cosmo, & the Narrator - Avi Patel Grace, Gladys, Roger, Anastasia, Street Rat Dan, & Gustavo - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson, Tommy, James, & Gustavino - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham and Isabella Seemann Additional Music by Migfus20 Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E11 - The Aftermath

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 31:38


    The Johnson House has exploded - oops. Mr. Johnson really did it this time. Timmy, Jerry, & Lafayette - Omer Barash Matt, Jerry Jr., Oil Baron #2, Cosmo, Gilbert , & the Narrator - Avi Patel Roger, Anastasia, Grace, Gustavo, & Gladys - Andie Sheinbaum Tommy, Mr. Johnson, & Oil Baron #1, & James - Paul Weir Cyanide Salesmen, Mustache Salesmen, & Paperboys - Omer Barash, Avi Patel, & Paul Weir Paparazzi - Omer Barash, Avi Patel, Andie Sheinbaum, & Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham and Isabella Seemann Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E10 - The Johnson House

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 27:13


    The Johnson House is ready for exhibition. Is the public prepared for "Mr. Johnson's" "genius"? Timmy, Lafayette, & the Auctioneer - Omer Barash Cosmo, Jerry Jr., Oil Baron #2, Matt, & the Narrator - Avi Patel Roger, Anna the Dog, & Grace - Andie Sheinbaum Tommy, Mr. Johnson, & Oil Baron #1 - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham and Isabella Seemann Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E9 - Oil on Campus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 34:27


    Jerry reveals his hand to GRS. Are the frat brothers up to the challenge? Mr. Johnson too for that mater. Jerry & Timmy - Omer Barash Richard Nixon, Matt, Jerry Jr., Cosmo, & the Narrator - Avi Patel Gustavo - Andie Sheinbaum Tommy & Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham and Isabella Seemann Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E8 - Bad Reviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 29:53


    Mr. Johnson needs a big break to get himself out of this one. Can a life-changing discover tip the odds in his favor? Professor Gilbert, Waiter #1, Timmy, & the Narrator - Avi Patel Tuna, Grace, Waiter #3, & Roger - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson & Piere - Paul Wier Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham & Isabella Seemann Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E7 - Initiation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 33:13


    Jerry visits his old hunting ground looking for fresh meat. Are the new frat brothers up to snuff? Jerry & Timmy - Omer Barash Matt, Cosmo, Brock, Jerry Jr., & the Narrator - Avi Patel Erick, Schmerick, Gustavo, Tuna, Roger, & Street Rat Dan - Andie Sheinbaum Tommy, Berick, Gustavino - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham & Isabella Seemann Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E6 - The Congress for Cultural Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 27:14


    With Mr. Johnson's artwork now on exhibit, prying eyes come to sneak a peak. Can Mr. Johnson be the man Uncle Sam needs him to be? Jerry & Bouncer Jr. - Omer Barash Jerry Jr., Richard Nixon, & Professor Gilbert - Avi Patel Roger, Tuna, Grace, & Nerd #2- Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson & Ryan - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode also Edited by Stacey Brie This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham & Isabella Seemann Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E5 - The Library

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 29:48


    The semester is in full swing and people are congregating in the library. Can the library wizard help Timmy join a fraternity? Timmy - Omer Barash Brock, Patricia, & Narration - Avi Patel Tuna, Gladys, & Gustavo - Andie Sheinbaum Tommy & Dewy Decimal the Library Wizard - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E4 - New Faculty Exhibition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 30:46


    Mr. Johnson needs to come up with something snappy for his upcoming new faculty exhibition. Of course he goes back to form to find his inspiration. Matthew, Jerry Jr., Gilbert, & Narration - Avi Patel Tuna, Roger, & Professor Plimbi - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode also Edited by Stacey Brie This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E3 - GRS Party II

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2024 23:49


    Timmy and the gang want to attend another frat party, but this time it's invitation only. Who doesn't love the New York Philharmonic? Timmy - Omer Barash Cosmo, Brock, Mason, & Narration - Avi Patel Grace, Tuna, Street Rat Dan, Schmerik, Erik, & Gustavo - Andie Sheinbaum Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E2 - Art Professor Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 28:18


    Mr. Johnson has a new gig as an art professor. At least he knows how to read (finally). Timmy, Sammy, Lafayette - Omer Barash Gilbert, Jerry Jr., & Narration - Avi Patel Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham Additional Music by Migfus20 Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    S2E1 - Back to School

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 24:05


    10 years after the events of Season 1, Buttercups & Moonbeams returns and now Timmy's in collage! Grace still has some tricks up her sleeve while Timmy struggles to fit in. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. Timmy - Omer Barash Cosmo, Brock, Helen, Natasha, & Narration - Avi Patel Grace, Street Rat Dan, & Tuna - Andie Sheinbaum Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham Additional Music by Migfus20 Follow Brandeis Television on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandeis_tv/ Consider Supporting the Arts! https://coreybrown.art

    Spring 2022 Blooper Reel II

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 29:07


    As season 1 of Buttercups & Moonbeams comes to a close, we have prepared some outtakes and behind the scenes moments for you! This blooper reel contains footage from episodes 9, 10, and 11 of season 1. It showcases scenes cut for time, warm ups, and talking between or during takes. We hope you enjoy, and we're excited to start recording season 2 in the fall! Actors: Omer Barash, Avi Patel, Andie Sheinbaum, & Paul Weir Original Theme Song: Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit: Corey Brown Season 1 was produced by: Kaija Grisham, Joshua Lannon, & Khaili Rowan Produced in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts.

    Spring 2022 Blooper Reel I

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 30:42


    As season 1 of Buttercups & Moonbeams comes to a close, we have prepared some outtakes and behind the scenes moments for you! This blooper reel contains footage from episodes 6, 7, and 8 of season 1. It showcases scenes cut for time, warm ups, and talking between or during takes. We hope you enjoy, and we're excited to start recording season 2 in the fall! Actors: Omer Barash, Avi Patel, Andie Sheinbaum, & Paul Weir Original Theme Song: Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit: Corey Brown Season 1 was produced by: Kaija Grisham, Joshua Lannon, & Khaili Rowan Produced in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts.

    Season 1 Finale - Lost & Found

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 30:57


    Anastasia finally takes action to rule over the United States of America with her space lazer. With Timmy lost and Cosmo captured, do the Eel Mafia, Grace, and Mr. Johnson have the willpower to save the day? Buttercups & Moonbeams releases in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. We will return in 2023! Please rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy our hard work! Timmy & Shepard Jenkins - Omer Barash Cosmo, John Doe, & Narration - Avi Patel Grace & Anastasia - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson & Ratthew - Paul Weir Eels - Omer, Avi, & Paul Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Joshua Lannon Additional Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky performed by the USSR Ministry of Culture Chamber Choir

    Episode 10 - Nashville?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2022 30:24


    Conspiracy Theorists finally face their fears while Anastasia prepares for her forthcoming plans. The Johnsons deal with their unfolded secrets, and Timmy decides he's had enough. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. Timmy & Jerry - Omer Barash Cosmo, John Doe, the Waitress, & Narration - Avi Patel Grace & Anastasia - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson, Ratthew, & the Bus Driver - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham, Joshua Lannon & Khaili Rowan Additional Music by Migfus20

    Episode 9 - Mr. Johnson Goes to Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2022 32:36


    Mr. Johnson makes a troubling realization and takes a trip to the capital to figure things out. All the while Jerry sure has been making the rounds recently... Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. Timmy, & Jerry - Omer Barash Cosmo, John Doe, Richard Nixon, Young Rick, FBI Questioner, & Narration - Avi Patel Grace, & the FBI Secretary - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Joshua Canon & Khaili Rowan

    Episode 8 - Slippery Slimy Sea Snakes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2022 32:31


    Cosmo seeks assistance in undermining his menace as the Johnsons try so solve their suspicious noise problem. Will the sea snakes devour the moon? Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. Timmy & Johnny the Eel - Omer Barash Cosmo, the Eel Don, & Narration - Avi Patel Grace, Anastasia, Jeremy, & Gladys - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson, James, & Ratthew - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Kaija Grisham & Joshua Lannon

    Episode 7 - Valentuesday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2022 31:03


    Mr. Johnson forgets his 15th Wedding Anniversary. Can a Bratwurst fix their marital sorrows as John Doe gets his chance to infiltrate the Johnson household? Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. Timm & Cecil - Omer Barash Cosmo, John Doe, Klaus Zwei, Narration - Avi Patel Grace, Anastasia, & Klausette - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir Eels - Omer, Avi, & Paul Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Joshua Lannon

    Episode 6 - Christmas in July (Feat: Max Johnson & Cam Braunstein)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2022 26:53


    McArther starts war with the arctic... or was it McCarthy? Eels find transatlantic solidarity, Mr. Johnson learns a yuletide truth, and the North Pole Germans save the day. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University. Timmy - Omer Barash Cosmo, John Doe, & Santa - Avi Patel Grace, & Anastasia - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir McCarthy, McArther, & the Leach - Special Guest Max Johnson The Elk - Special Guest Cam Braunstein Eels and Eel Elves - Omer, Avi, & Paul Secret Service - Omer, Andie, & Max News-anchors - Omer, Avi, & Andie North Pole Germans - Omer, Avi, Andie, & Paul Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Joshua Lannon & Kaija Grisham

    Fall 2021 Blooper Reel II

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2022 24:24


    At the intersection between what we recorded in Fall 2021 and Spring 2022, Buttercups & Moonbeams is taking a second to show off some funny moments behind the scenes. The show will continue with episode 6 in two weeks! Cast: Omer Barash (Timmy), Avi Patel (Cosmo), Andie Sheinbaum (Grace), & Paul Weir (Mr. Johnson) Crew: Corey Brown (Director & Editor), Joshua Lannon (Producer), & Khaili Rowan (Producer) Music: Miles Goldstein (Theme Song)

    Fall 2021 Blooper Reel I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2022 23:14


    At the intersection between what we recorded in Fall 2021 and Spring 2022, Buttercups & Moonbeams is taking a second to show off some funny moments behind the scenes. The show will continue with episode 6 after the release of Blooper Reels I & II! Cast: Omer Barash (Timmy), Avi Patel (Cosmo), Andie Sheinbaum (Grace), & Paul Weir (Mr. Johnson) Crew: Corey Brown (Director & Editor), Joshua Lannon (Producer), & Khaili Rowan (Producer) Music: Miles Goldstein (Theme Song)

    Episode 5 - Heads will Bowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 28:07


    Cosmo and the talking rabbit Jeremy trek to the bowling alley, Italian townies want some sinew, and Mr. Johnson's office celebrates Bring-Your-Son-To-Work Day. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University Timmy & Vinnie Gabagool - Omer Barash Cosmo & John Doe - Avi Patel Grace, Anastasia, Mr. Vanderbilt, & Jeremy - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson, & Tony Spagetti - Paul Weir Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Additional Music - Migfus20 Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Joshua Lannon

    Episode 4 - Beach Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 25:54


    The Johnsons spend the day at the beach. John Doe follows suit, cats and eels squabble, and the conspiracy theorists just want a break. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University Timmy & Anonymous - Omer Barash Cosmo, John Doe, & Dairy - Avi Patel Grace, Anastasia, & Overlord - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson, & Chris - Paul Weir Eels - Paul, Avi, & Omer Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Additional Music - Migfus20 Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Khaili Rowan

    Episode 3 - Monopsony

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 26:49


    Anastasia colludes with eels as the Johnsons have a game night. Conspiracy theorists convene once more, and entrepreneurial efforts go awry. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University Cosmo, John Doe, The Milkman, & Dairy - Avi Patel Grace, Anastasia, Overlord, & Gladys - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson, Chris, & James the Storeowner - Paul Weir Timmy & Anonymous - Omer Barash Eels - Paul, Avi, & Omer Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Additional Music - Migfus20 Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Khaili Rowan & Joshua Lannon

    Episode 2 - Paris, TX

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2022 32:58


    Mr. Johnson has a very important meeting with an attractive Mr. Vanderbilt. Conspiracy theorists convene, ice cream is spilt, and the "French" disrupt the American way. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University Mr. Johnson & Chris - Paul Weir Timmy, Shepard Jenkins, and the actual Mr. Vanderbilt - Omer Barash Grace, Mr. Smith, Gladys, Anastasia, & the fake Mr. Vanderbilt - Andie Sheinbaum Cosmo, the Milkman, Dairy, & John Doe - Avi Patel Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Additional Music - Migfus20 Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Khaili Rowan & Joshua Lannon

    Episode 1 - Saying Grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2022 33:54


    The Johnson family comes home for dinner. Mr. Johnson is drunk, Timmy learns to drive, sheep are murdered, and much more. Buttercups & Moonbeams releases every other Sunday in collaboration with Brandeis Television at Brandeis University Timmy - Omer Barash Grace, Father Joseph, & Anastasia - Andie Sheinbaum Mr. Johnson - Paul Weir Cosmo & John Doe - Avi Patel Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Additional Music - Migfus20 Direction & Edit - Corey Brown This Episode Produced by Khaili Rowan & Joshua Lannon

    Trailer - 7 Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2022 2:55


    The cast of Buttercups & Moonbeams play the improv game "7 Things" before jumping into the first episode. Buttercups & Moonbeams is an improv comedy podcast produced by Brandeis Television and releases every other Sunday. It follows the Johnson family through the surreal happenstances of everyday American life in the 1950's. The podcast includes talking dogs, talking cats, poor quality accents, tap shoes and much more! Episode 1 releases January 23, 2022 Cast - Omer Barash, Andie Sheinbaum, Paul Weir, & Avi Patel Original Theme - Miles Goldstein Direction & Edit - Corey Brown Produced by Khaili Rowan & Joshua Lannon

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