Grammy-nominated writer, author, and animation historian Greg Ehrbar celebrates the characters, cartoons, and other creations that were brought to life by Bill Hanna, Joe Barbera, and a host of others at one of Hollywood's greatest studios. Each episode features behind-the-scenes stories, fascinating facts, and special guests from entertainment and pop culture.
A rare look at how audio books are made from two of the top narrators, STEPHEN BOWLBY (who recorded Hanna-Barbera; The Recorded History) and KELLI TAGER (narrator of Mouse Tracks: The Story of Walt Disney Records.
A richly detailed look at one of Hanna-Barbera's most innovative and spectacular TV classics, The New Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the first weekly series ever to combine live-action with animation, with special guest author/historian Jim Fanning.
Hanna-Barbera and Disney story artist KIRK HANSON visits to talk about his work on numerous Hanna-Barbera cartoons as well as animated features from the Disney “Rennaissance” era features, and his own all-time favorites.
The newest Hanna-Barbera Blu-ray releases—and the details of how they were made—are discussed by Warner Bros/Disovery Library Historian GEORGE FELTENSTEIN, including Magilla Gorilla, Tom and Jerry, Frankenstein Jr & The Impossibles, and Wait Till Your Father Gets Home.
TIM MATHESON (Jonny Quest, Space Ghost) returns to talk about working with Mel Brooks, Anne Bancroft, Mel Blanc, Joe Barbera, and on shows including St. Elsewhere and Virgin River— all just part of his new autobiography, “Damn Glad to Meet You.”
Character actor/voice artist GILBERT MACK's daughter JUDY SAFFER remembers his decades of work in TV, stage, radio and animation, including stacks of Golden Records, voices for Famous Studios, and roles in classic shows like "Car 54, Where Are You?" "Captain Kangaroo," "The Adventures of Superman" and many others.
MeTV Toons creator NEAL SABIN takes us behind the scenes of programming at MeTV and MeTV Toons and discusses the star-studded galaxy of classic cartoons included in the new series, THE HOUSE OF HANNA-BARBERA.
A much-requested encore of our visit with writer/Director MARK EVANIER, in which he takes us through the day-to-day life of a Hanna-Barbera staff member, with first-hand stories about Daws Butler, June Foray, Howard Morris, Paul Winchell, Shep Menken, Doug Wildey, Tex Avery, and Herb Solow (Star Trek, The Man from Atlantis), as well as Bill Hanna & Joe Barbera themselves.
An encore episode with number one hit-making singer/composer/producer RON DANTE of The Archies, The Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan, and The Cuff Links, sharing stories about hits like "Sugar, Sugar" and "Tracy," as well as legends like Barry Manilow, Mick Jagger, Micky Dolenz, Davy Jones, Don Kirshner, Carole King, and many others.
Meet the hero behind the first Hanna-Barbera stars to records who made stars of Rudolph and Frosty as author JUDY GAIL KRASNOW tells the story of her father, producer Hecky Krasnow of Columbia and Colpix Records.
Actor-turned-marketing whiz TED ECCLES remembers working with Bill Hanna, Joe Barbera, Arthur Rankin, Jr., Jules Bass, Sid and Marty Krofft, Lucille Ball, and Shirley Temple, then takes us behind the scenes at Paramount and Disney.
Jack and the Beanstalk co-star BOB RIHA, JR. remembers Gene Kelly, Bill Hanna, Joe Barbera, Sammy Davis Jr., Kurt Russell, Lesley Ann Warren, and his journey from child actor to superstar photographer.
Meet SHERRY ALBERONI, who recalls voicing Alexandra on Josie and the Pussycats, and her roles on Super Friends, The Monkees, The Three Worlds of Gulliver, the Mickey Mouse Club and more.
The holiday TV tradition of FAMOUS CLASSIC TALES specials by Hanna-Barbera, API, and Ruby-Spears from Kenner Toys is explored with author/historian MICHAEL LYONS.
Find out how Mel Blanc and Henry Corden helped inspire JEFF BERGMAN to continue the voice acting magic of a galaxy of classic cartoon stars.
Fascinating revelations abound in this salute to iconic comedian/writer/starmaker BILL DANA with his wife, EVY DANA, and JENNI MATZ of the American Comedy Archives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kings Island legend DENNIS SPIEGEL talks about his role in the creation of Kings Island, as well as songwriting, sailing, and cooking with Bill Hanna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warner Archive exec GEORGE FELTENSTEIN returns with details on the extensive restoration and special features on the newly released TOP CAT Blu-ray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pioneering Hollywood Voice Director GINNY McSWAIN recalls her 45-year career with some of the greatest actors in animation history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
John “Dr. Quest” Stephenson's son ROGER STEPHENSON and master animator NIK RANIERI (The Simpsons, Beauty and the Beast) celebrate the Hanna-Barbera classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Writer/translator FRANCES NOVIER BALDWIN recalls helping to bring Smurfs to television with her husband, producer GERARD BALDWIN, Smurfs creator Peyo, and the Hanna-Barbera staff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get to know JEAN VANDER PYL, the great lady behind some of the most beloved Hanna-Barbera characters as her son, actor ROGER DeWITT, shares family and show business memories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The inside story of how MeTV Toons came to be and the pivotal role of Hanna-Barbera in the network is discussed by Weigel Broadcasting Vice-Chairman NEAL SABIN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor/comedian RONNIE SCHELL talks about his work on Gomer Pyle USMC, Good Morning World, Cat from Outer Space, and Goober and the Ghost Chasers. PLUS Mike Lyons looks at books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Film and TV music historian/author JON BURLINGAME (“Music for Prime Time”) discusses the landmark work of Hanna-Barbera composer Hoyt Curtin and his colleagues, including John Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
USC Professor JON BURLINGAME continues to detail the development of music for television, from library “needle drop” to original scores by Hoyt Curtin, John Williams, Mark Isham, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hollywood archivists MATT PATTERSON and D.W. FERRANTI discuss their careers working on film and TV releases for Warner Archive, and why it is such a spectacular success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
“Archive Guys” D.W. FERRANTI and MATT PATTERSON discuss the theory that The Flintstones might actually be a futuristic family as they review the H-B superstar 10 movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Voice actor KEITH SCOTT discusses his book, “Cartoon Voices of the Golden Age, 1930-70” and how Bill Hanna helped launch his decades-long career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor/author KEITH SCOTT returns with memories of Bill Hanna, Daws Butler, Jay Ward, Bill Scott, Alex Anderson, and Kings Wonderland in Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
King's Island designer and Disney Imagineer DALE MOORE recalls his career with Hanna-Barbera Land and more at Kings Island, Kings Dominion, and Canada's Wonderland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Renowned theme park and resort designer DALE MOORE shares stories about working for Kings Island, Disney Cruise Line, Dolly Parton, and many others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Actor/director MICHAEL BELL tells how a kid from Brooklyn came to Hollywood with roles in everything from “Smurfs” and “Transformers” to “Three's Company” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More Hanna-Barbera memories are shared by actor/director MICHAEL BELL, including voicing Wonder Twin Zan on “Super Friends,” and how some relatives inspired some of his cartoon voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Author/historians TYLER SOLON WILLIAMS AND KEVIN SANDLER detail the fascinating discoveries they unearthed for their new book, “Hanna and Barbera: Conversations.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More insights about classic cartoons with historians TYLER SOLON WILLIAMS AND KEVIN SANDLER, authors of the new book, “Hanna and Barbera: Conversations.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hanna-Barbera Legend TIM MATHESON (Jonny Quest, Young Samson, Sinbad, Jr. , Jace of Space Ghost) explains how being an H-B voice actor was crucial to his long acting, directing, and writing career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TIM MATHESON discusses his new book, “Damn Glad to Meet You,” his hit series “Virgin River,” and shares stories about Kurt Russell, Lucille Ball, Tim Conway, Don Knotts, and the Epcot attraction, “Body Wars.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The original voices of Rosemary of “Hony Kong Phooey,” Lourie of “Inch High Private Eye,” and Katie of “Valley of the Dinosaurs,” actor/screenwriter KATHY GORI, discusses her life, careers, and cartoons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
“Hong Kong Phooey,” “Valley of the Dinosaurs,” and “Inch High Private Eye” voice actor KATHY GORI shares stories about cartoons, radio, screenwriting, and the “Mad Men” world of advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warner Bros/Discovery Library Historian GEORGE FELTENSTEIN returns to talk about the cast, history, and fandom for “Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More with GEORGE FELTENSTEIN about the Scooby-Doo “Zombie” films and how we can help bring more classic cartoons to Warner Archive DVDs and Blu-rays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Author/historian MICHAEL LYONS (“Magic Moments”) describes the classic Flintstones episode, “Son of Rockzilla,” and explains why it is his favorite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More Flintstone talk with author/historian MICHAEL LYONS as Greg details what he calls the quintessential Flintstones episode, “The Blessed Event." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Voice acting great BOB BERGEN tells us about the new MeTV Toons network and stories about June Foray (Rocky & Bullwinkle) and Billie Hayes (H.R. Pufnstuf, Smurfs). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BOB BERGEN continues with tales both funny and touching about Mel Blanc (The Flintstones), Daws Butler (Huckleberry Hound, Yogi Bear), and the art of voice acting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More with BOB BERGEN about Porky Pig's voice, working with cartoon legends, and announcing for the new MeTV Cartoon Network and its creative approach to its vast library. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The “number one super guy,” Hong Kong Phooey of classic ABC Saturday morning TV is celebrated with author/historian MARK ARNOLD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The voice cast and wacky villains of Hong Kong Phooey are discussed as MARK ARNOLD continues the series' anniversary festivities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Official Disney Legend FLOYD NORMAN reflects his pre-Hanna-Barbera days, working with Walt Disney on Sleeping Beauty, Mary Poppins, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fond Hanna-Barbera memories are recalled by animator/story artist FLOYD NORMAN, as well as Sesame Street cartoons and classic Pixar features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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