Podcasts about puppeteers

This week, your favorite former puppeteers grab their sunscreen and head to the sandy shores of 90s children's television to revisit Gullah Gullah Island — the Nickelodeon gem that gave us catchy songs, cultural celebration, and one of the most joyfully chaotic frog puppets ever committed to broadcast.We dive into how the show blended music, storytelling, and Gullah Geechee culture into something genuinely groundbreaking for preschool TV — all while Binya Binya (yes, that bright yellow frog) bounced around like a mascot who drank too much fruit punch. We'll unpack the puppetry, the suit performance challenges, and the fine art of acting opposite a six-foot amphibian with permanent jazz hands.Along the way, we'll explore the show's legacy, why representation matters, and how Gullah Gullah Island managed to feel both educational and like a beach party that wandered onto cable access.It's nostalgia with rhythm, puppetry with purpose, and a reminder that sometimes the most powerful stories come wrapped in bright colors and floppy foam limbs.Because when it comes to great preschool television, sometimes all it takes is a little rhythm, a little heart, and a frog in oversized sneakers. Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send a text

This week, your favorite ex-puppeteers crack open a heart-shaped box of early-'80s television weirdness and revisit the 1982 holiday special The Valentine's Day That Almost Wasn't—a delightfully scrappy, foam-and-felt fairy tale that asks the eternal question: what if Valentine's Day… just didn't happen?When the wickedly evil villain, Rubella Slime, concocts a plan to replace all the Valentine's love potion with Hostile, Arrogant, and Terribly Evil (H.A.T.E....Get it?...) potion,  it's up to a ragtag corps of rookie cupids to save romance itself. Stakes: high. Budget: low. Felt density: extreme.We dig into the special's handmade charm, old-school TV magic tricks, and the kind of puppetry that feels like it was built in someone's garage at 2 a.m. with hot glue and blind optimism. Along the way, we unpack the puppet design, the analog effects, and whether these slightly lumpy, deeply sincere puppets hold up in the twenty first century.It's sweet, strange, and just cheesy enough—like a construction-paper valentine from a puppet with no fingers.Because nothing says “happy valentine” like saving a holiday with a giant love bazooka.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send a text

Hey dear subscriber, Alex here from W&B, let me catch you up! This week started with Anthropic releasing /fast mode for Opus 4.6, continued with ByteDance reality-shattering video model called SeeDance 2.0, and then the open weights folks pulled up! Z.ai releasing GLM-5, a 744B top ranking coder beast, and then today MiniMax dropping a heavily RL'd MiniMax M2.5, showing 80.2% on SWE-bench, nearly beating Opus 4.6! I've interviewed Lou from Z.AI and Olive from MiniMax on the show today back to back btw, very interesting conversations, starting after TL;DR!So while the OpenSource models were catching up to frontier, OpenAI and Google both dropped breaking news (again, during the show), with Gemini 3 Deep Think shattering the ArcAGI 2 (84.6%) and Humanity's Last Exam (48% w/o tools)... Just an absolute beast of a model update, and OpenAI launched their Cerebras collaboration, with GPT 5.3 Codex Spark, supposedly running at over 1000 tokens per second (but not as smart) Also, crazy week for us at W&B as we scrambled to host GLM-5 at day of release, and are working on dropping Kimi K2.5 and MiniMax both on our inference service! As always, all show notes in the end, let's DIVE IN! ThursdAI - AI is speeding up, don't get left behind! Sub and I'll keep you up to date with a weekly catch upOpen Source LLMsZ.ai launches GLM-5 - #1 open-weights coder with 744B parameters (X, HF, W&B inference)The breakaway open-source model of the week is undeniably GLM-5 from Z.ai (formerly known to many of us as Zhipu AI). We were honored to have Lou, the Head of DevRel at Z.ai, join us live on the show at 1:00 AM Shanghai time to break down this monster of a release.GLM-5 is massive, not something you run at home (hey, that's what W&B inference is for!) but it's absolutely a model that's worth thinking about if your company has on prem requirements and can't share code with OpenAI or Anthropic. They jumped from 355B in GLM4.5 and expanded their pre-training data to a whopping 28.5T tokens to get these results. But Lou explained that it's not only about data, they adopted DeepSeeks sparse attention (DSA) to help preserve deep reasoning over long contexts (this one has 200K)Lou summed up the generational leap from version 4.5 to 5 perfectly in four words: “Bigger, faster, better, and cheaper.” I dunno about faster, this may be one of those models that you hand off more difficult tasks to, but definitely cheaper, with $1 input/$3.20 output per 1M tokens on W&B! While the evaluations are ongoing, the one interesting tid-bit from Artificial Analysis was, this model scores the lowest on their hallucination rate bench! Think about this for a second, this model is neck-in-neck with Opus 4.5, and if Anthropic didn't release Opus 4.6 just last week, this would be an open weights model that rivals Opus! One of the best models the western foundational labs with all their investments has out there. Absolutely insane times. MiniMax drops M2.5 - 80.2% on SWE-bench verified with just 10B active parameters (X, Blog)Just as we wrapped up our conversation with Lou, MiniMax dropped their release (though not weights yet, we're waiting ⏰) and then Olive Song, a senior RL researcher on the team, joined the pod, and she was an absolute wealth of knowledge! Olive shared that they achieved an unbelievable 80.2% on SWE-Bench Verified. Digest this for a second: a 10B active parameter open-source model is directly trading blows with Claude Opus 4.6 (80.8%) on the one of the hardest real-world software engineering benchmark we currently have. While being alex checks notes ... 20X cheaper and much faster to run? Apparently their fast version gets up to 100 tokens/s. Olive shared the “not so secret” sauce behind this punch-above-its-weight performance. The massive leap in intelligence comes entirely from their highly decoupled Reinforcement Learning framework called “Forge.” They heavily optimized not just for correct answers, but for the end-to-end time of task performing. In the era of bloated reasoning models that spit out ten thousand “thinking” tokens before writing a line of code, MiniMax trained their model across thousands of diverse environments to use fewer tools, think more efficiently, and execute plans faster. As Olive noted, less time waiting and fewer tools called means less money spent by the user. (as confirmed by @swyx at the Windsurf leaderboard, developers often prefer fast but good enough models) I really enjoyed the interview with Olive, really recommend you listen to the whole conversation starting at 00:26:15. Kudos MiniMax on the release (and I'll keep you updated when we add this model to our inference service) Big Labs and breaking newsThere's a reason the show is called ThursdAI, and today this reason is more clear than ever, AI biggest updates happen on a Thursday, often live during the show. This happened 2 times last week and 3 times today, first with MiniMax and then with both Google and OpenAI! Google previews Gemini 3 Deep Think, top reasoning intelligence SOTA Arc AGI 2 at 84% & SOTA HLE 48.4% (X , Blog)I literally went

James Maury Henson (September 24, 1936 – May 16, 1990) was an American puppeteer, actor, animator, creative producer, and director who achieved worldwide notability as the creator of the Muppets. Henson was also well known for creating Fraggle Rock (1983–1987) and as the director of The Dark Crystal (1982) and Labyrinth (1986), as well as creating the puppets for Sesame Street (1969–present).Born in Greenville, Mississippi, and raised in both Leland, Mississippi, and University Park, Maryland, Henson began developing puppets in high school. He created Sam and Friends (1955–1961), a short-form comedy television program on WRC-TV, while he was a freshman at the University of Maryland, College Park, in collaboration with fellow student Jane Nebel. Henson and Nebel co-founded Muppets, Inc. – now The Jim Henson Company – in 1958, and married less than a year later in 1959. Henson graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in home economics.In 1969, Henson joined the children's television program Sesame Street (1969–present) where he helped to develop Muppet characters for the series. He and his creative team also appeared on the first season of the sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (1975–present). He produced the sketch comedy television series The Muppet Show (1976–1981) during this period. Henson revolutionized the way puppetry is captured and presented in video media, and he won fame for his characters – particularly Kermit the Frog, Rowlf the Dog, and the characters on Sesame Street. During the later years of his life, he founded the Jim Henson Foundation and Jim Henson's Creature Shop. He won the Emmy Award twice for his involvement in The Storyteller (1987–1988) and The Jim Henson Hour (1989).Henson died in New York City from toxic shock syndrome caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. At the time of his death, he was in negotiations to sell his company to The Walt Disney Company, but talks fell through after his death. He was posthumously awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1991, and was named a Disney Legend in 2011.PICTURE: By Gotfryd, Bernard, photographer - https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2020731151/, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=121240127

They're back! You know they couldn't miss this one!This week, your favorite former puppeteers step back into the beloved chaos of The Muppet Show — but not the one that aired in the 1970s. Nope, it's the glammed-up, vaudeville-meets-pop-star spectacle of the 2026 Muppet Show special featuring guest star Sabrina Carpenter, live from the Muppet Theater and streaming on Disney+ and ABC. We unpack how this 50th-anniversary celebration revives the classic variety format with all your favorite foam-faced performers — Kermit desperately trying to herd chickens and pigs in wigs, Miss Piggy insisting she's still the biggest star on any stage, and Gonzo's chaos meter cranked to eleven. Carpenter brings her musical chops (and a generous helping of charm) to the upright mayhem, dueting, slinging drinks, (quite literally) and even very nearly out-divaing Miss Piggy. Along the way, we'll share our own takes on all of these brand new, but still timeless performances, and why The Muppet Show reboot somehow feels like both a love letter to its past and a neon sign pointing toward its future. Because at the end of the day — “It's time to play the music, it's time to light the lights…” and it's definitely time to let the Muppets have their moment again. Kinks and all.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a textSend us a text

Richard Hunt (August 17, 1951 – January 7, 1992) was an American puppeteer, best known as a Muppet performer on Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock, and other projects for The Jim Henson Company.[1] His roles on The Muppet Show included Scooter, Statler, Janice, Beaker, and Sweetums and characters on Sesame Street included Gladys the Cow, Don Music, Forgetful Jones and the right head of the Two-Headed Monster.[2][3]PICTURE: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0402611/

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com -  Geneviève Flati is a puppeteer, producer, and one of the most driven creative individuals I know. Her passion has led to work as Puppet Director, Puppet Captain, and Puppeteer on several nationwide tours, including a role as puppeteer and puppet director for The Maybe Man Arena Tour by pop band AJR. She's performed with the Jim Henson Company's Puppet Up! Uncensored, worked on Earth to Ned, and was the Jim Henson Company's youngest female puppet captain on the Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live Tour. From commercials to web series to live shows, Geneviève has done it all—and I talk to her about it on this episode of Under the Puppet. Plus, hear more of my conversation with Geneviève Flati by becoming a Saturday Morning Media Patreon Patron.  Visit www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia for info and to help create more episodes like this. Connect with Genevieve Flati: Website - https://www.gflati.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gflati/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@genevieveflati2460 Discussed on the show: AJR's Karma Music Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_b86Hx3UdZo AJR - https://www.ajrbrothers.com Jim Henson Company - https://www.henson.com Puppet Up! – Uncensored - https://puppetup.com Earth to Ned - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth_to_Ned Disneyland - https://disneyland.disney.go.com Maverick Theater - https://www.mavericktheater.com Backstage - https://www.backstage.com Disney Careers - https://jobs.disneycareers.com Chapman University - https://www.chapman.edu Kevin Clash - https://saturdaymorningmedia.com/2020/10/utp-52/ Alan Trautman - https://saturdaymorningmedia.com/2017/09/utp-007/ Connect with the Show: http://www.instagram.com/underthepuppet https://www.facebook.com/underthepuppet http://www.twitter.com/underthepuppet Connect with Grant: http://www.MrGrant.comhttp://www.twitter.com/toasterboy https://instagram.com/throwingtoasters/ Art by Parker Jacobs Music by Dan Ring Edited by Stephen Staver ©2026 Saturday Morning Media - http://www.saturdaymorningmedia.com  

This week Colin and Radec discuss Mega Man 1-11, Puppeteer, The Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, and more. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:39:34 - Mega Man 1-111:23:09 - Puppeteer1:34:54 - Sort it Out/Keep it Up2:28:38 - Game Recommendation2:29:53 - Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection2:52:28 - Closing Questions To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LastStandMediaYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SummonSign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/SummonSign⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!This week, we're delighted to welcome Canadian puppeteer, voice actor, and creator Ingrid Hansen. Ingrid joins us to talk about her early roles bringing characters like Gertie G. Gopher on Tiga Talk, Skeeter on Tick & Skeeter, and Melissa the Dog on Seasons 2 and 3 of Miss Persona to life. We also dive into her best-known work as the lovable, curious Heart on Helpsters, as well as her exciting recent journey into the world of Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, where she serves as the body performer for Ma Gorg and performs Lanford along with a wide range of background characters. Ingrid also discusses the creative spark behind co-founding SNAFU Dance Theatre. Tune in for stories, inspiration, and a joyous peek into the art of puppetry!Connect with Ingrid and check out SNAFU!https://www.ingi.ca/https://www.facebook.com/ingihansenhttps://www.instagram.com/iamingridhansen/https://linktr.ee/snafudanceTaping date: December 9, 2024Edited by: Mileshttps://www.youtube.com/@Miles02109Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team!https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/Listen to the audio version wherever you find your podcasts!https://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow

Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!This week, we're thrilled to welcome the incredibly versatile puppeteer, puppet builder, and humanitarian worker Lisa Buckley! Lisa began her career bringing characters to life for television and film, including serving as an assistant puppeteer on the classic sitcom ALF. In the early 1990s, she joined the legendary Sesame Street team, where she helped perform a wide range of Muppets—most notably the beloved Betty Lou. Her work in children's television continued with work on Oobi, Blue's Room, Johnny and the Sprites, and the first season of Noodle and Doodle as Noodle McNoodle. She also puppeteered in the hit film Men in Black. In recent years, Lisa has dedicated her craft to humanitarian aid through her work with No Strings International, using puppetry to help educate and empower children and adults around the globe. Through films addressing WASH, malaria, HIV, menstrual hygiene, and more, she continues to inspire change and spark hope.Connect with Lisa!http://sattvacreativearts.com/https://www.youtube.com/@sattvacreativearts5360https://www.instagram.com/sattvacreativearts/Taping date: December 22, 2024Edited by: Chris Bixby (Co-Host)https://www.facebook.com/cbixby2000Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team!https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/Listen to the audio version wherever you find your podcasts!https://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow

Send us a text✨ A Celebration of Theme Park Magic & Movie History ✨This week's episode is a BIG one! Jimmy sits down with legendary master puppeteer David Barclay, whose iconic career includes work across:

This week: Jim & Frank, Matt & Sam: the two most famous duos in Muppet History in one place as we check out a Q&A held during the 1989 Puppeteers of America convention! Listen in awe as puppet enthusiasts ask their most burning questions and sexually proposition their favorite Muppets!  Check out http://kermitmentstuff.com/ to get your Kermitment merch! Kermitment has a Patreon! Running a podcast is deceptively expensive work, so by becoming our Patron, you help us cover those costs and allow us to do funner, cooler stuff in the future! Find out more here! Visit our website to find a link to the Kermitment Patreon and more fun stuff at http://Kermitment.com! If you can't get enough Kermitment, follow @Kermitment.com, where we'll post fun stuff and interact with our listeners! And you can follow each of us individually: Matt: @MatthewGaydos Sam: @im-sam-schultz

Are our leaders elected, or are they actors on a stage controlled by shadow puppeteers? We'll dig into the alleged shadow government, the networks operating that many call “the Illuminati” who pull the strings and expose the hidden workers leveraged to contribute to their dark agenda. How do they control this supposed network?

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 Sesame Street Christmas, and performed with the Sesame gang in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. She was an additional puppeteer on Johnny and the Sprites and performed the character Francesca the Frog, and she later took on the role of lead puppet wrangler for The Chica Show. Beyond her on-set work, Jamie also teamed up with friend and past show guest Leslie Carrara-Rudolph to create the production company Humor with a Heart, dedicated to imaginative storytelling with a positive message.Check out Humor with a Heart!https://www.humorwithaheart.com/https://www.facebook.com/humorwithahearthttps://www.youtube.com/@humorwithahearthttps://www.instagram.com/humorwithaheart/Taping date: November 20, 2024Edited by: Drew Wellshttps://www.youtube.com/@drewsmediacorner399https://www.instagram.com/drews_media_1/Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team!https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/Listen to the audio version wherever you find your podcasts!https://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow

Episode Notes Welcome, Junior Wizards! The Knights of Dragon are a legend in Fantasy. Lumina's loyal knights who fought for Dragon in The Battle of Iron Hill. But were they? Who were they really? Let us learn the tale of another Knight of Dragon, this time, Other. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Are our leaders elected, or are they actors on a stage controlled by shadow puppeteers? We'll dig into the alleged shadow government, the networks operating that many call “the Illuminati” who pull the strings, and expose the hidden workers leveraged to contribute to their dark agenda. How do they control this supposed network?

With just one day till the mayoral election, the three candidates are making their final push for city hall. WFUV's Nora Malone reports. The ongoing federal government shutdown is continuing to delay food assistance for millions of families in New York and New Jersey. November SNAP benefits have not yet been released in either state. Hannah Hightman is a New York City-based artist who works with puppets. Her love for the art form led her to the Jim Henson Foundation, which promotes the art of puppetry. WFUV's Alexandra Pfau spoke with Hannah for WFUV's series spotlighting Gen-Z New Yorkers who are forging unique career paths and making a difference along the way. Host/Producer: Jay Doherty Editor: Lainey Nguyen Reporter: Nora Malone Reporter: Andrew McDonald Reporter: Alexandra Pfau Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

House Republicans say Biden’s aides used an auto pen to sign official documents without his knowledge. Buck Sexton breaks down the Oversight Committee’s bombshell report alleging pardons and executive actions could be invalid, including one for Dr. Anthony Fauci. Plus, Buck reacts to Gavin Newsom’s national media push, his feud with Joe Rogan, and what it reveals about the Democrats’ future. Never miss a moment from Buck by subscribing to the Buck Sexton Show Podcast on IHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! Connect with Buck Sexton:Facebook – / bucksexton X – @bucksexton Instagram – @bucksexton TikTok - @BuckSexton YouTube - @BuckSexton Website – https://www.bucksexton.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Have you ever dated someone you knew, logically, was a bad idea? A puppeteer twenty years your senior, perhaps?

Scott and Wes dive into Chrome's new MCP server; a dev tools API powered by Puppeteer that gives your scripts, editors, and AI agents full access to Chrome. They break down how it works, what it can (and can't) do, and how it might change debugging and automation for developers Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:15 Syntax San Francisco Meetup. 01:55 We need your Spooky Stories! 02:42 What is an MCP Server? 04:28 MCP servers are not only for code editors. 06:43 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 07:49 Dev Tools MCP is similar to Puppeteer. 09:20 Setting up an MCP Server. 11:36 Example of MCP with Dominos Pizza. 13:23 Accessing Dev tools from your editor. 14:23 In VS Code, you can “Open Link”. 15:22 Using the MCP server. 16:26 Chrome has Debug insights inside of chrome's dev tools. 18:38 Real world things the Chrome MCP server can do. 18:43 Analyzing performance. 19:55 Taking screenshots. 21:17 Performance fix feedback loop. 22:33 Remote connecting browsers. 24:54 Browser-use. 25:18 What are the limitations? Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads

One hundred episodes! How time flies! In honor of the hundredth Puppet Masters of None, the PMoN boys recap all the movies and shows that they have placed on the Space to Carol spectrum over the years. Which ones shall stay put, which ones shall be knocked down a peg or two, and which ones shall rise to eternal glory? Who can say? Listen in to hear the boys rehash all the old arguments over again, a little older, a little wiser, and a heck of a lot more pedantically! Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

Send us a textJayne Amelia speaks with Dr. Lucretia “Cre” Taylor,  a seasoned strategist and consultant with over two decades of experience leading and supporting organizations across the nonprofit and public sectors. Her expertise spans strategic planning, program design, evaluation, organizational development, and capacity building—particularly for organizations advancing equity, healing, and access for historically marginalized communities. Dr. Cre is the founder of Strategic Choices Consulting, where she works closely with nonprofits, funders, and coalitions to strengthen infrastructure, align programs with outcomes, and move from vision to impact.While deeply committed to youth-serving organizations, Dr. Cre's portfolio includes a wide range of mission areas—from education and mental health to justice reform, housing, and leadership development. Her consulting work focuses on helping organizations sharpen their strategy, build sustainable programs, design meaningful partnerships, and increase their readiness for funding and growth. She has supported over 200 organizations nationwide through technical assistance, training, and implementation support—facilitating organizational assessments, strategic planning retreats, program audits, and leadership coaching.A former foster youth turned scholar-practitioner, Dr. Cre draws on both personal experience and research expertise to inform her work. She holds a Ph.D. in Education with an emphasis in Policy, Reform, and Evaluation from Claremont Graduate University, a Master's degree in Urban Affairs & Public Policy with an emphasis in Nonprofit Management and Evaluation from the University of Delaware, and a Bachelor's degree from Spelman College. Dr. Cre was recognized as an “American Champion” by PBS for her contributions to education and community transformation.She is also a sought-after speaker and facilitator known for her engaging, affirming approach to leading conversations on systems change, trauma-informed practice, and community-led design. Whether helping organizations develop a strategic roadmap, align programs with community needs, or build internal capacity, Dr. Cre brings thought partnership, clarity, and care to every engagement.See bonusbabies.org to learn more about what we are doing and please donate to support us by making a 100% tax-deductible contribution. EVERY PENNY OF YOUR CONTRIBUTION GOES TO RECORDING AND PLATFORMING THESE STORIES. Yeah!IG@bonusbabiespodcastTW@BonusBabiesPodFB@BonusBabiesPodcast

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AI Assisted Coding: Agile Meets AI—How to Code Fast Without Breaking Things, With Llewellyn Falco In this BONUS episode we explore the practice of coding with AI—not just the buzzwords, but the real-world experience. Our guest, Llewellyn Falco, has been learning by doing, exploring the space of AI-assisted coding from the experimental and intuitive—what some call vibecoding—to the more structured world of professional, world-class software engineering. This is a conversation for practitioners who want to understand what's actually happening on the ground when we code with AI. Understanding Vibecoding "You can now program without looking at code. When you're in that space, vibecoding is the word we're using to say, we are programming in a way that does not relate to programming last year." The software development landscape shifted dramatically in early 2025. Vibecoding represents a fundamental change in how we create software—programming without constantly looking at the code itself. This approach removes many traditional limitations around technology, language, and device constraints, allowing developers to move seamlessly between different contexts. However, this power comes with responsibility, as developers can now move so fast that traditional safety practices become even more critical. From Concept to Working App in 15 Minutes "We wrote just a markdown page of ‘here's what we want this to look like'. And then we fed that to Claude Code. And 15 minutes later we had a working app on the phone." At the Agile 2025 conference in Denver, Llewellyn participated in a hackathon focused on helping psychologists prevent child abuse. Working with customer Amanda, a psychologist, and data scientist Rachel, the team identified a critical problem: clinicians weren't using the most effective parenting intervention technique because recording 60 micro-interactions in 5 minutes was too difficult and time-consuming. The team's approach embodied lean startup principles turned up to eleven. After understanding the customer's needs through exposition and conversation, they created a simple markdown specification and used Claude Code to generate a working mobile app in just 15 minutes. When Amanda tested it, she was moved to tears—after 20 years of trying to make progress on this problem, she finally had hope. Over three days, the team released 61 iterations, constantly getting feedback and refining the solution. Iterative Development Still Matters When Coding With AI "We need to see things working to know what to deliver next. That's never going to change. Unless you're building something that's already there." The team's success wasn't about writing a complete requirements document upfront. Instead, they delivered a minimal viable product quickly, tested it with real users, and iterated based on feedback. This agile approach proved essential even—or especially—when working with AI. One breakthrough came when Amanda used the number keypad instead of looking at her phone screen. With her full attention on the training video she'd watched hundreds of times, she noticed an interaction she had missed before. At that moment, the team knew they had created real value, regardless of what additional features they might build. Good Engineering Practices Without Looking at Code "We asked it to do good engineering practices, even though we didn't really understand what it was doing. We just sort of say, okay, yeah, that seems sensible." A critical moment came when the code had grown large and complex. Rather than diving into the code themselves, Llewellyn and his partner Lotta asked the AI to refactor the code to make a panel easy to switch before actually making the change. They verified functionality worked through manual testing but never looked at how the refactoring was implemented. This demonstrates that developers can maintain good practices like refactoring and clean architecture even when working at a higher level of abstraction. Key practices for AI-assisted development include: Don't accept AI's default settings—they're based on popularity, not best practices Prime the AI with the practices you want it to use through configuration files Tell AI to be honest and help you avoid mistakes, not just be agreeable Ask for explanations of architecture and evaluate whether approaches make sense Keep important decisions documented in markdown files that can be referenced later “The documentation is now executable. I can turn it into code” "The documentation is now executable. I can turn it into code. If I had to choose between losing my documentation or losing my code, I would keep the docs. I think I could regenerate the code pretty easily." In this new paradigm, documentation takes on new importance—it becomes the specification from which code can be regenerated. The team created and continuously updated markdown files for project context, architecture, and individual features. This practice allowed them to reset AI context when needed while maintaining continuity of their work. The workflow was bidirectional: sometimes they'd write documentation first and have AI generate code; other times they'd build features iteratively and have AI update the documentation. This approach using tools like Super Whisper for voice-to-text made creating and maintaining documentation effortless. Remove Deterministic Tasks from AI "AI is sloppy. It's inconsistent. Everything that can be deterministic—take it out. AI can write that code. But don't make AI do repetitive tasks." A crucial principle emerged: anything that needs to be consistently and repeatedly correct should be automated with traditional code, not left to AI. The team wrote shell scripts for tasks like auto-incrementing version numbers and created git hooks to ensure these scripts ran automatically. They also automated file creation with dates at the top, removing the need for AI to track temporal information. This principle works both ways—deterministic logic should be removed from underneath AI (via scripts and hooks) and from above AI (via orchestration scripts that call AI in loops with verification steps in between). Anti-Patterns to Avoid "The biggest anti-pattern is you're not committing frequently. I really want the ability to drop my context and revert my changes at a moment's notice." The primary anti-pattern when coding with AI is failing to commit frequently to version control. The ability to quickly drop context, revert changes, and start fresh becomes essential when working at this pace. Getting important decisions into documentation files and code into version control enables rapid experimentation without fear of losing work. Other challenges include knowing when to focus on the right risks. The team had to navigate competing priorities—customers wanted certain UX features, but the team identified data collection and storage as the critical unknown risk that needed solving first. This required diplomatic firmness in prioritizing work based on technical risk assessment rather than just user requests. Essential Tools for AI-Assisted Development "If you are using AI by going to a website, that is not what we are talking about here." To work effectively with AI, developers need agentic tools that can interact with files and run programs, not just chat interfaces. Recommended tools include: Claude Code (CLI for file interaction) Windsurf (VS Code-like interface) Cursor (code editor with AI integration) RooCode (alternative option) Super Whisper (voice-to-text transcription for Mac) Most developers working at this level have disabled safety guards, allowing AI to run programs without asking permission each time. While this carries risks, committing frequently to version control provides the safety net needed for rapid experimentation. The Power of Voice Interaction "Most of the time coding now looks like I'm talking. It's almost like Star Trek—you're talking to the computer and then code shows up." Using voice transcription tools like Super Whisper transformed the development experience. Speaking instead of typing not only increased speed but also changed the nature of communication with AI. When speaking, developers naturally provide more context and explanation than when typing, leading to better results from AI systems. This proved especially valuable in a crowded conference room where Super Whisper could filter out background noise and accurately transcribe the speakers' voices. The tool enabled natural, conversational interaction with development tools. Balancing Speed with Safety Over three days, the team released 61 times without comprehensive automated testing, focusing instead on validating user value through manual testing with the actual customer. However, after the hackathon, Llewellyn added automated testing by creating a test plan document through voice dictation, having AI clean it up and expand it, then generating Puppeteer tests and shell scripts to run them—all in about 40 minutes. This demonstrates a pragmatic approach: when exploring and validating with users, manual testing may suffice; but for ongoing maintenance and confidence, automated tests remain valuable and can be generated efficiently with AI assistance. The Future of Software Development "If you want to make something, there could not be a better time than now." The skills required for effective software development are shifting. Understanding how to assess risk, knowing when to commit code, maintaining good engineering practices, and finding creative solutions within system constraints remain critical. What's changing is that these skills are now applied at a higher level of abstraction, with AI handling much of the detailed implementation. The space is evolving rapidly—practices that work today may need adjustment in months. Developers need to continuously experiment, stay current with new tools and models, and develop instincts for working effectively with AI systems. The fundamentals of agile development—rapid iteration, customer feedback, risk assessment, and incremental delivery—matter more than ever. About Llewellyn Falco Llewellyn is an Agile and XP (Extreme Programming) expert with over two decades of experience in Java, OO design, and technical practices like TDD, refactoring, and continuous delivery. He specializes in coaching, teaching, and transforming legacy code through clean code, pair programming, and mob programming. You can link with Llewellyn Falco on LinkedIn.

Tulsa-based, Emmy-winning puppeteer David Bizzaro has impressive show credits that include Sesame Street, The Muppets, Waffles + Mochi, and much more. And now, you have the chance to learn from a master! David is our featured guest on this week's Oklahoma Today Podcast. He talks all about his unique career and how you can sign up for one of his in-person classes, where you too can learn the secrets behind this captivating art form.  Also on this week's episode, the editors share which creative skill they'd like to learn, and podvents announces the annual opening of one of Oklahoma's favorite corn mazes. You won't want to miss it!

Step behind the scenes with horror and fantasy legend Claude D. Miles! From unforgettable creature performances to mind-blowing special effects and puppetry, Claude has done it all. In this zany, fun, and insightful interview, he shares stories from the set, the secrets behind his craft, and the wild experiences that shaped his career. Whether you're a fan of horror, puppetry, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode of The Watchers Digital Network is packed with laughs, surprises, and inspiration.

Master of Puppets. In this episode, we continue our exploration of the Bondage of the Will, with Gerhard Forde's book, The Captivation of the Will. We discuss the human will — what it is, what it does, what it wants — and why we are compelled to insist that we have free choice. We also talk about the two paths: one, the path of forgiveness, and the other, the way of morality. Why do we default to morality in matters of choice, and why is the preaching of God's grace over against morality so offensive to Christians who confess that our knowledge of good and bad is a direct consequence of the original sin in the garden? We also talk about drunkenness, women's ordination, the offense of irresistible grace, and what the Holy Spirit is up to amidst the disruption that occurs when he sends his preachers to declare an end to the illusion of free choice and reveal his death sentence to bound wills. SHOW NOTES:  The Captivation of the Will: Luther Vs. Erasmus on Freedom and Bondage by Gerhard O. Forde https://amzn.to/4mOYuPx  HWSS SD 2025 https://www.1517.org/events/hwss-2025-sd  Whalerider (2002) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0298228/?ref_=fn_all_ttl_1 The Antioch Bible https://www.gorgiaspress.com/surath-kthob Escape from Evil https://amzn.to/4mJLqdd Young Man Luther: A Study in Psychoanalysis and History https://amzn.to/4pYSSnY    More from 1517: Support 1517 Podcast Network: https://www.1517.org/donate-podcasts 1517 Podcasts: http://www.1517.org/podcasts 1517 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1517org 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/1517-podcast-network/id6442751370 1517 Events Schedule: https://www.1517.org/events 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education: https://academy.1517.org/   What's New from 1517: Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Prayers-Devotions-Christ-Psalms/dp/1964419263 Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales https://shop.1517.org/collections/new-releases/products/9781964419039-remembering-your-baptism  Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419152-sinner-saint  The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley https://shop.1517.org/products/9781962654708-the-impossible-prize    More from the hosts: Donovan Riley https://www.1517.org/contributors/donavon-riley  Christopher Gillespie https://www.1517.org/contributors/christopher-gillespie   MORE LINKS: Tin Foil Haloes https://t.me/bannedpastors Warrior Priest Gym & Podcast https://thewarriorpriestpodcast.wordpress.com   St John's Lutheran Church (Webster, MN) - FB Live Bible Study Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/356667039608511  Gillespie's Sermons and Catechesis http://youtube.com/stjohnrandomlake  Donavon's Substack https://donavonlriley.substack.com Gillespie's Substack https://substack.com/@christophergillespie  Gillespie Coffee https://gillespie.coffee   Gillespie Media https://gillespie.media     CONTACT and FOLLOW: Email mailto:BannedBooks@1517.org  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BannedBooksPod/  Twitter https://twitter.com/bannedbooks1517   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BannedBooks Rumble https://rumble.com/c/c-1223313  Odysee https://odysee.com/@bannedbooks:5 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banned-books/id1370993639  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2ahA20sZMpBxg9vgiRVQba  Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1370993639/banned-books 

This week, your favorite ex-puppeteers head straight into the uncanny valley to talk about the most homicidal hunk of plastic ever stitched together: Chucky from the Child's Play franchise.From his humble beginnings as a “Good Guy” doll to his long career of gleeful murder sprees, we'll explore how a pint-sized puppet became a horror icon. Expect behind-the-scenes tales of animatronics, puppetry wizardry, and the sheer number of people it takes to make one tiny toy look terrifying. (Spoiler: it's more than you think.)We'll also wrestle with the big questions: Is Chucky the ultimate anti-Muppet? What makes a puppet scary instead of silly? And could Gonzo survive a dinner party with him?Because whether you laugh or scream, one thing's certain: when it comes to puppets, Chucky really kills.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

This week, your favorite ex-puppeteers once again spin the magical monthly muppet wheel, where it landed on guest star Señor Wences proving that sometimes the funniest puppets are literally on the back of your hand.Armed with his fist-faced friend “Johnny” and the ever-squished “Pedro,” Wences brought his old-school ventriloquism into the Muppet Theatre—and somehow kept a straight face while sharing the stage with comedian bears, diva pigs, and a frog with chronic stress. It was a mashup of vaudeville minimalism and Muppet maximalism, and the result? Pure “'S'alright!”We'll revisit the sketches, unpack the backstage chaos, and ask the big questions: Did Pedro ever get claustrophobic? And how did Kermit keep things together when half his cast was made of felt and the other half was literally someone's left hand?Because when the Muppets meet Señor Wences, the only possible review is… 'S'alright!Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

This episode of The Tiberius Show spotlights a true maker-at-heart: puppeteer, comic artist, writer, and storyteller Kevin L. Williams, creator of Muley the Mule. We go from first sketches inspired by Peanuts to building live-hand puppets, auditioning for the Jim Henson Company and Disney, and surviving on-stage hiccups with quick thinking and teamwork. Muley drops by to share the show's core message—peace, joy, kindness, and a whole lot of fun—and we dig into how kids can start puppeteering, practice performance skills, and plan stories like a pro.What you'll learn•    How comics led Kevin to puppetry and the birth of Muley the Mule•    Live stage vs. TV puppetry: staging, retakes, and why coordination matters•    Inside complex characters like Yoda: multi-performer “puppet dance” explained•    Audition lessons from Henson/Disney and handling live show “uh-oh” moments•    Kid-friendly starter tips: voice, focus, eye line, mouth sync, and stamina drills•    Creative process: beating writer's block, collaborating with friends, and timing a script•    Tools of the trade: from Bristol board and inks to arm-rods and live-hand builds•    Thoughtful take on AI vs. human-made art and why heart still mattersInteractive prompts•    If you're starting puppetry: what character would you bring to life first—and why?•    What's tougher: keeping eye focus on camera, or lip-syncing to syllables?•    For young artists: do you storyboard before you write, or write first and board later?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

This week, your favorite ex-puppeteers grab their popcorn and a bucket of felt as they revisit the 1981 television special The Muppets Go to the Movies.Part clip show, part genre spoof, and all chaotic charm, this special saw Kermit, Piggy, and the gang lampoon Hollywood's greatest hits—from westerns and silent films to musicals, monster flicks, and even a dash of epic melodrama. Along for the ride were guest stars Lily Tomlin and Dudley Moore, each gleefully throwing themselves into the Muppet madness with the kind of commitment only true comedy legends can deliver. Along the way, we'll share behind-the-scenes tidbits, geek out over the puppetry tricks that made it all possible, and debate which genre the Muppets truly conquered (spoiler: it might be “unintentional surrealism”).Because when the Muppets go to the movies, it's never just a tribute—it's a felt-covered takeover.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

This week, your favorite ex-puppeteers tackle the foam-rubber fiasco known as Mac and Me—the 1988 E.T. knockoff so brazen, it makes you wonder if anyone at the studio had actually seen E.T. (or sobriety).We dig into the wobbly alien puppetry, the animatronics that look like they were powered by a car battery on its last legs, and of course, that infamous McDonald's dance sequence that plays like a fever dream sponsored by fries. Along the way, we'll explore how this cult catastrophe came to be, how an iconic creature studio could produce such a disastrous puppet, and why Paul Rudd has spent decades keeping it alive on Conan.It's part roast, part puppet autopsy, and part ode to the kind of movie that's so bad, it somehow becomes immortal.Because sometimes puppets inspire wonder… and sometimes they inspire lawsuits.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

This week, our two former puppeteers revisit the delightfully bizarre—and terribly provocative—Peter Sellers episode of The Muppet Show. Sellers arrives not as himself, but as every outrageously caricatured persona you can imagine: a fiddle-playing Romani, an overbearing German masseuse channeling Dr. Strangelove, a regal (and bearded) Queen Victoria, and a cryptic cameo as Inspector Clouseau himself.We celebrate Sellers' chameleon-like genius—but we also confront the problematic stereotypes. Many sketches now come with legitimate cultural baggage. The torqued-up massage gag, for example, walks a fine line between homage and grotesque parody. All the while, Sellers' famous existential quip—"There is no me… I had it surgically removed"—adds an unsettling and surreal layer to the slapstick.Making this episode even more a mixed bag, we find a legendary performance from Kermit that is equal parts beautiful and empowering. Join us as we unpack the comedy, the controversy, and the poetry of this episode; and why revisiting it forces us to laugh, cringe, and reflect—all at once.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

This week, your favorite ex-puppeteers turn up the heat—literally—as they dive into the towering, flame-bound tradition of Zozobra, the giant puppet who goes up in smoke every year at Santa Fe's legendary Fiestas de Santa Fe.Standing over 50 feet tall and packed with gloom (and a lot of fireworks), Zozobra isn't your average marionette—he's a full-blown cultural catharsis. We trace his origins back to 1924, explore how a papier-mâché behemoth became the ultimate community puppet, and share the behind-the-scenes secrets of how he's built, operated, and finally set ablaze in front of thousands of cheering fans.It's history, ritual, pyrotechnics—and the rare puppet gig where being reduced to ashes is all part of the job description.Because sometimes, the best way to deal with your inner demons… is to stuff them into a giant effigy and light a match.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

Puppeteers for Fears' Executive and Artistic Director, Josh Gross, joins the Exchange.

Puppet Masters of None! A podcast where two former puppeteers talk Muppets, puppets, and everything in between. Join us as we kick off season 2!Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

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 additional puppeteer on The Muppets Take Manhattan, and went on to bring countless beloved characters to life — from Batly on Eureeka's Castle, to Otto Otter and Jeremiah Tortoise on Bear in the Big Blue House, Walter Pigeon on Between the Lions, and Seymour on Johnny and the Sprites. As co-owner of the renowned 3/Design Studio, Jim and his team have helped create puppets for iconic productions including Eureeka's Castle, Between the Lions, The Great Space Coaster, Barney & Friends, and Wimzie's House, among many others. Known as a master of puppet mechanisms, he also shares his expertise as a teacher at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's National Puppetry Conference. Join us for a fun conversation about Jim's creative process, behind-the-scenes stories from classic shows, the intricate art of puppet mechs, and the magic of making characters that generations of fans have loved.Taping date: July 16, 2025Edited by: Chris Bixby (Co-Host)https://www.youtube.com/@ChrisB2000_YTBe sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team!https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/Listen to our podcast on Spotify and other audio platforms!https://open.spotify.com/show/1PdrRWSmUdQ3m2NpNR9lSkhttps://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow

This week, on PMoN your favorite ex-puppeteers leap headfirst into The Frog Prince—the 1971 Muppet television special that proved true love's kiss is even weirder when the smooch involves felt.We revisit Kermit in his pre-Muppet Show side hustle, meet Robin the Frog in his debut role, and marvel at the gloriously oddball supporting cast (looking at you, witchy Taminella Grinderfall). Along the way, we hop through the special's fairy-tale roots, behind-the-scenes Henson magic, and the slightly alarming amount of medieval lute music.It's part nostalgia trip, part puppet masterclass, and entirely an excuse to say “bake the hall in the candle of her brain” into a microphone over and over again.Because while we may not have our hand in puppetry anymore… we still know our way around a lily pad.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

Episode 132 - Dave Barclay - My Life With Animatronics. Movies, Puppets and Beyond!At just 19 years old, Dave Barclay found himself stepping into the role of chief puppeteer for Yoda in The Empire Strikes Back. It was the start of an extraordinary career in animatronics and puppetry that would see him bringing to life some of cinema's most beloved and memorable characters. In this episode, Dave takes us back to his creative beginnings, growing up in a family of puppeteers, and the serendipitous chain of events that led from working in Hamleys toy shop to meeting Mark Hamill — and ultimately joining Stuart Freeborn's Yoda team. We cover:His early inspirations from Planet of the Apes to making masks at home.The technical and creative challenges of performing Yoda alongside Frank Oz.Becoming chief puppeteer for Jabba the Hutt in Return of the Jedi.Working on The Dark Crystal, Little Shop of Horrors and Who Framed Roger Rabbit.The importance of collaboration between puppeteers, animators, special effects teams and actors.The process of writing his new autobiography My Life with Animatronics, Movies, Puppets and Beyond, filled with stories and photos from across his career.Dave's journey is a mix of artistry, technical problem-solving, and being in the right place at the right time — but also about saying “yes” when opportunity knocks. Listen now to hear stories from a man whose work has shaped how we see and believe in some of cinema's most iconic creatures. Find Dave's book:My Life with Animatronics, Movies, Puppets and Beyond – available now at Cool Waters Productions.All my links

This week, your favorite retired puppet wranglers stomp into the latex-and-foam wonderland of the 1991 ABC sitcom Dinosaurs—the prehistoric family comedy that was part TGIF hug-fest, part biting social satire, and entirely animatronic absurdity.From Earl Sinclair's mating dance to Baby's wooden spoon, we dig into how Jim Henson's Creature Shop brought the Stone Age to prime time—complete with full-body suits, radio-controlled faces, and enough sweat inside those costumes to fill a tar pit. Along the way, we unearth behind-the-scenes stories, meet the humans inside the dinos, and revisit the finale that traumatized an entire generation of unsuspecting children.It's nostalgia with teeth, puppetry with purpose, and just enough Baby Sinclair to make you flinch.Because even 65 million years later, we're still… not the mama.Join the discussion on our discord! https://discord.gg/JDtWJrhPF6Follow us on twitter @PMoNPodcast and on Instagram and Threads @puppetmastersofnoneFind out more about the puppet masters on our website: https://puppetmastersofnone.wixsite.com/puppetmastersofnoneOriginal Music Composed by Taetro. @Taetro  https://www.taetro.com/Send us a text

This week's episode features the incredible designer Tony Gardner! I was lucky enough to work with Tony on Freaky and we overlapped on the Happy Death Day series. We dig into his illustrious career from his professional start on Michael Jackson's Thriller music video through his most recent projects like Heart Eyes. We talk about collaborating with costume designers on Hocus Pocus, designing the helmets for Daft Punk, and finding places for his disembodied head to have a cameo. And so much more! --- New Release Day! New episodes will now be dropping on Mondays both on the Patreon and publicly to streamline things so I can get more episodes out. The Patreon episodes will still be longer than the public versions with more stories and anecdotes. I release a longer cut of each episode there with more even more stories than the public versionIf you want to support me and this podcast, please head over and subscribe to the Patreon. --- SFX Makeup Artist, Designer and Puppeteer Tony Gardner Credits include: Heart Eyes, 127 Hours, Hocus Pocus, Hairspray, MTV's Jackass, The Addams Family and Zombieland films, as well as the CHUCKY film franchise and recent TV series.  --- Tony Gardner is an American makeup effects designer, special effects artist, and filmmaker. He has designed and created effects for multiple feature films, including Heart Eyes, 127 Hours, Hocus Pocus, Hairspray, MTV's Jackass, The Addams Family and Zombieland films, as well as the CHUCKY film franchise and recent TV series.  Gardner's Alterian Studios created the signature helmets for Daft Punk as well as the animatronic robot DJ for the duo's "Technologic" music video. He wrote and directed Daft Punk's music video for the song "The Prime Time of Your Life," and associate produced and populated a world full of robots for the duo's feature-length directorial debut, Daft Punk's Electroma.  Alterian's makeup effects for Johnny Knoxville's character in Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa were nominated for an Academy Award as well as a Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist Guild Award, and won the Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist Guild Award for Best Special Makeup Effects in the Feature Film category the year it was released. Beyond the film-making arena, Gardner and Alterian also designed and created the popular GEICO Cavemen characters as well as the current iteration of Smokey Bear for the US Forestry Department.    Tony Gardner Links: IMDB: Tony Gardner Instagram: @tonygardner Website: Alterian Inc Instagram: @alterianinc YouTube: Flesh & Blood & Bone Podcast Fangoria: Flesh & Blood & Bone --- TFACD Links: Patreon: Tales From A Costume Designer Instagram: @talesfromacostumedesigner Twitter: @talesfromaCD TikTok: @talesfromaCD --- Whitney Anne Adams Links: Website: whitneyadams.com IMDb: Whitney Anne Adams Instagram: @WAACostumeDesign Twitter: @WhitneyAAdams TikTok: @waacostumedesign --- Union Links: Costume Designers Guild IG: @cdglocal892 United Scenic Artists Local 829 IG: @unitedscenicartists IATSE IG: @iatse ---

Lyndon Johnson wasn't just Kennedy's successor—he was the architect of his removal. We expose LBJ's ties to Texas oil barons, CIA operatives planning the hit, and the Mafia connections buried in his "Great Society" reforms. Discover how he strong-armed the Warren Commission, stole the 1948 Senate election via "Box 13," and profited from Vietnam body counts. From the mysterious deaths of 17 witnesses to Lady Bird's tape-recorded confessions, this is the unvarnished truth about the president who weaponized government against his enemies. America's coup d'état—covered in Texas charm.

Amanda shares the one proven way to get the truth from someone – plus: Why Glennon calls her lying style “The Puppeteer” – and why you'll never know what Amanda's really feeling.  Amanda defends our right to lie, and debunks myths about how we can tell if someone is lying.  What's the difference between lying and controlling, manipulating, and filtering the truth? Glennon's fear of judgment from the next generation, and  How to foster real connection in a world where lying is normal.    For the first part of our conversation, check out ⁠242. We're All Liars: What's Your Lying Style?⁠. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight, through July 27, Barrington Stage Company presents the World Premiere of the new musical “FUZZY.” Directed by Ellie Heyman, “FUZZY” features Music and Lyrics by Will Van Dyke and Book and Lyrics by Jeff Talbott.Fuzzy, a furry little puppet, stands at a crossroads in life when his mother calls in need. Returning to his small hometown, a quick visit becomes more than anyone expected.Tony Award nominee John Cariani star as The Human, Cass Morgan plays The Actress and Teddy Yudain is The Puppeteer. Music Direction is by Patrick Sulken.

Lights, camera, PUPPETS?! The stars, creators, and intern of one of the greatest public access puppet shows sit down in our studios to chat about what it takes to create lovable characters, build a show's legacy, and how exactly to negotiate creator and ownership differences in a tightly-knit, whimsical family. Anna Garcia (@ scrambieeggs on IG) is the absolute best! Go check her out everywhere, especially on her platforms and on Dropout!This episode was filmed in the beautiful Dynasty Typewriter Theater, and tech-produced by Samuel Curtis. For live shows and events you can find more about them at dynastytypewriter.com . Also our livestreamed LIVE SHOW from 2/2 is now available, and if you buy it, you can get a discount to our Patreon! Go to dynasty.tv for more info!To learn more about the BTS of this episode and to find a world of challenges, games, inside scoop, and the Artists being themselves, subscribe to our Patreon! You won't be disappointed with what you find. patreon.com/aoaoaoapodArtists on Artists on Artists on Artists is an improvised Hollywood roundtable podcast by Kylie Brakeman, Jeremy Culhane, Angela Giarratana, and Patrick McDonald. Music by Gabriel Ponton. Edited by Conner McCabe. Thumbnail art by Josh Fleury. Hollywood's talking. Make sure you're listening. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Youtube! Please rate us five stars!

Who is responsible for turning Joe Biden into a figurehead? A puppet propped up by his inner circle while bureaucrats and radical insiders govern from the shadows? We connect the dots—and the picture isn't pretty. The auto-pen, and the Deep State Oval Office insiders who controlled it, is now being exposed as nothing short of a coup attempt. But this isn’t just about a pen. It’s about the integrity of the presidency and whether the American people have been lied to about who's really in control. In this Episode of "Stinchfield" we name names as to who are the potential suspects: The puppeteers, the names and faces behind the curtain—handlers, advisors, and unelected power brokers pulling the strings. Plus, that "Big Beautiful Bill" may not be as beautiful as we want, but it's a start. There are places to compromise with fiscal conservatives who insist the bill should do more to cut spending. I'll lay out what needs to be done to pass this bill through The House and on to the Senate. Go to http://freegoldguide.com/grant or call 800 458 7356 for your free Colonial Metals Group retirement protection kit – created specifically for our listeners where you can get up to $7500 in free Silver. www.EnergizedHealth.com/Grant www.PatriotMobile.com/Grantwww.Get20Now.comTWC.Health/Grant Use "Grant" for 10% Off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stu Burguiere breaks down the many lies and secrets leaking out about Joe Biden's corrupt administration and the lengths to which officials went to conceal his mental and physical diminishment from the American people. Then, BlazeTV host Dave Landau joins with a look at how people are profiting from the pope. And Stu examines the latest in the United States' trade efforts with China. TODAY'S SPONSORS   LEAN Use the code ‘STU20' at http://www.takelean.com for 20% off your first order   CONSTITUTION WEALTH MANAGEMENT Get your free consultation today at http://www.constitutionwealth.com/blaze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices