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Best podcasts about Universal Kids

Latest podcast episodes about Universal Kids

Little Kids, Big Hearts
Interview: Making Music & Making Mistakes with Laurie Berkner

Little Kids, Big Hearts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 32:04


Everyone — even the "queen of children's music" — makes mistakes on occasion!We are thrilled to share an interview with Laurie Berkner, the bestselling, award-winning children's recording artist, about making music and making mistakes. Laurie's albums have been bestsellers on a chart typically dominated by movie soundtracks and major label compilations. With more than 1 billion total streams, an average of more than 22 million monthly streams, more than 535 million YouTube channel views, and millions of CDs and DVDs sold, Laurie's songs have become beloved classics for children worldwide. Her debut DVD, which went quadruple platinum, was the first-ever indie children's music DVD to enter Billboard's Top Music Video chart at #1. Laurie's 16th album, A Laurie Berkner Halloween, was released in September 2024, and a Laurie Berkner Greatest Hits album will be out in May 2025.A longtime fixture on TV's Noggin and Universal Kids (formerly Sprout) channels, Laurie was the first recording artist to ever appear in a music video interstitial on Noggin and was featured in nearly all the episodes of the channel's Jack's Big Music Show. Laurie can also be heard in two seasons of the ten-chapter Audible Original series she created, Laurie Berkner's Song & Story Kitchen. Laurie has written the music and lyrics for three children's musicals and Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers has published a series of three picture books with Laurie, each based on one of her songs: We Are the Dinosaurs, Pillowland, and Monster Boogie.In this interview on the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast, Laurie chats with LKBH host Todd Loyd about making mistakes: The theme of the month!

The Attractions Podcast
Disney Adventure cruise ship concept images, Universal Horror Unleashed opening date, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 2/24/2025

The Attractions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 49:22


Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas: Opening date, ticket pricing, haunted houses No more virtual queues at Walt Disney World for Tiana, Guardians Level99 ‘social gaming' coming to Disney Springs at NBA / DisneyQuest building Universal Kids theme park in Texas: All lands revealed 86 concept images of the new Disney Adventure cruise ship, sailing in 2025 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Moms Who Create
Songs, Stories, & Motherhood with the Queen of Kids' Music, Laurie Berkner

Moms Who Create

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 27:55


Recognized as “the queen of kids' music” by People magazine, Laurie Berkner is a singer, songwriter, performer, author, and founder of Two Tomatoes Records, LLC.  With more than 1 billion total streams, an average of more than 22 million monthly streams, nearly 450 million YouTube channel views, and millions of CDs and DVDs sold, Laurie's songs have become beloved classics for children worldwide.As a leader and innovator in children's music and entertainment for the past quarter of a century, Laurie has released 16 bestselling, award-winning albums, was the first recording artist ever to perform in music videos on Noggin, appeared regularly on the network's Jack's Big Music Show, and helped develop the short form animated musical preschool series Sing It, Laurie! on Sprout TV, now Universal Kids.  Laurie also created two Laurie Berkner's Song and Story Kitchen series with Audible Studios, who released them as 10-chapter audio books through the Audible Originals brand.Laurie has authored several picture books based on her songs, the most recent of which were published by Simon & Schuster. She has also written the music and lyrics for three Off-Broadway children's musicals produced by New York City Children's Theater and now presented regionally: Wanda's Monster, The Amazing Adventures of Harvey and the Princess, and Interstellar Cinderella. Laurie maintains a busy, nationwide touring schedule, both solo and with The Laurie Berkner Band, and has performed at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and the White House, among many prestigious venues.    https://laurieberkner.comhttps://www.instagram.com/laurieberknerbandhttps://x.com/#!/LaurieBerknerhttps://www.facebook.com/LaurieBerknerBandhttps://www.youtube.com/user/TheLaurieBerknerBandhttps://www.tiktok.com/@laurieberkner?lang=enGet the MOMS WHO CREATE JOURNAL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNH2WH8J?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_58ZRYVG6G1FE6ZMDKRADSupport the showSupport the showFollow Moms Who Create:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/momswhocreatepodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/momswhocreatepodcastMonthly Meeting Book Club - https://www.facebook.com/groups/momswhocreatebookclubWebsite - https://www.momswhocreate.com/

Creativity in Captivity
MARIO MARCHESE: Robot Magic Marvel

Creativity in Captivity

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 43:47


Mario "the Maker Magician" Marchese is a first generation Italian-American, New York-based touring performer, author, and maker, known for his unique brand of Robot Magic. He infuses DIY electronics and robotics into his work and uses magic to inspire kids and families to make and create without limitation. Mario has appeared on Sesame Street, NBC's Universal Kids, HGTV, and live on tour opening for David Blaine's 2018 North American tour. Mario is also the author of two step-by-step magic books: The Maker Magician's Handbook and Robot Magic. During the pandemic, Mario created the robot magic social media sensation, Automabot. This ever-endearing Arduino-driven cardboard magician became an internet sensation and even made TV appearances in the US and Japan. It's a family business, through and through. The "Mario the Maker Magician" brand is a collaborative effort between Mario, his wife, Katie, and their two children, Gigi and Bear (the real bosses.) They tour together, invent together, learn together, and dream together, always.

Green Tagged: Theme Park in 30
Universal Kids & Disneyland's 2024 Season Announcements

Green Tagged: Theme Park in 30

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 30:24


Announcements abound as attractions attempt to bolster 2024 sales and temper expectations. We'll discuss a select few: Universal Kids Resort, Disneyland After Dark, and Disneyland 2024 Events.

Upper Lot Podcast
81. Universal Kids Resort

Upper Lot Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 29:53


Dé officiële naam voor het nieuwe Universal-resort in Frisco, Texas is bekend: Universal Kids Resort. Dennis en Nicky lopen een rondje door het park en nemen de laatste ontwikkelingen door.Universal Kids Resort

Chip and Company Podcast Radio Network
We Like Theme Parks # 298 – Zootopia Land at Shanghai details and Universal Kids Resort Land Rumours!

Chip and Company Podcast Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 54:50


Just as the yuletide spirit fills the air, so do the squalls of news from Disney and Universal parks, as Shanghai Disneyland is about to unveil Zootopia Land! We got all the deets on what exciting offerings are about to be unleashed! And speaking of new stuff, Universal Studio Kids Resort land rumours are making the rounds on the net, so we discuss and gage impact on each potential IP coming to Texas. And that's not all friends, cause we're talking about Hat Box Ghost,Douglas Fir the roaming holiday tree and so much more!And just when you thought we forgot about Christmas, we create new ideas for Santa Meet & Greets at both Disney and Universal parks!It's the hap-hap-happiest Christmas episode since Bing Crosby tap danced with Danny freak'n Kaye and it's all happening on this week's episode of the We Like Theme Parks Podcast on the Chip and Co. Podcast Network!Go to www.welikethemeparks.com for more episodes, more fun and all our amazing sponsors!

The Attractions Podcast
‘Walt the Dreamer' statue and gardens opening at Epcot, Universal Kids Resort name announced, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 12/4/2023

The Attractions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 31:46


Join hosts Seth and Carly as they bring you news and discussion about all things theme parks, as well as their thoughts on the latest movies, television, and video games on The Attractions Podcast. This week on The Attractions Podcast, Seth and Carly discuss: Hatbox Ghost has come out to socialize at Disney World Universal's new Texas theme park is called Universal Kids Resort Universal Beijing Winter Holiday returns with new immersive experiences Kennedy Space Center hosts all-new Kennedy Under the Stars after-hours event ‘Walt the Dreamer' statue and gardens debut Dec. 5 at Epcot, no word on CommuniCore Hall The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

Speaking to Influence
Matt Iseman of American Ninja Warrior, “Be Authentic, Be Who You Are”

Speaking to Influence

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 39:47


This week, Matt Iseman shares how he made his journey from an Ivy League education and medical degree to being known as one of American Ninja Warrior's beloved hosts. In this episode you will learn: How to connect with your audience by introducing your personality and showing them that they can be comfortable. Learning that you are not competing with others but competing with the best version of yourself.  Remember to have grace with yourself and stop comparing yourself to others. Say yes to every opportunity you get no matter how small.  You have to put the “reps” in to get better and learn what works for you. About Matt Iseman: Life is short, do what makes you happy.” That's the advice that Matt got from his Dad - a world renowned physician - when Matt quit medicine to pursue stand-up comedy. And those words still guide Matt today. He talks ninjas, tells jokes around the world and, in general, proves laughter is the best medicine. Perhaps best known as the host of the FOUR TIME Emmy nominated “American Ninja Warrior” and being named the newest Celebrity Apprentice, the Boston Globe has said of Matt, “The best part about American Ninja Warrior, hands down, is when bro-host Matt Iseman roars the show's title.” He also helms the latest spinoff, American Ninja Warrior Junior, on Universal Kids (it's their highest rated show ever) and he headed up the spinoff, “ANW: Ninja vs Ninja” on the USA Network. Matt hosted Evel Live on History, the highest rated cable special of 2018 and makes regular visits to the Today Show. He also hosts Live Rescue on A&E following the life & death everyday heroics of First Responders. His ongoing battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis transformed him into a strong supporter of the Arthritis Foundation, the charity he's represented while winning Celebrity Apprentice. Yes, Arnold Schwarzenegger considers him a celebrity. For his work over the past decade and a half, Matt was named the 2018 “Arthritis Warrior of the Year.” And his battle with Renal Cell Carcinoma has made him a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society. He still serves as the Apprentice to the Boss, Arnold Schwarzenegger, hosting the Arnold Strongman Classic and helping him raise millions of dollars for the After School All Stars. Matt also supports the American Cancer Society, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and serves as an Ambassador for the Armed Services Arts Partnership. You can connect with Matt in the following ways: Website: https://www.mattiseman.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattiseman Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattiseman YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/mattisemanlive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattiseman/ You can connect with Laura in the following ways: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions Facebook: Vocal Impact Productions Twitter: @LauraSicola Instagram: @VocalImpactProductions Website: https://vocalimpactproductions.com/ Laura's Online Course: virtualinfluence.today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Creativity in Captivity
LISA LOEB: Musical Spectacle

Creativity in Captivity

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 47:23


A Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter, touring musician and philanthropist who started her career with the platinum-selling hit song Stay (I Missed You) from the film Reality Bites. A trailblazing independent artist, Lisa was the first pop musician to have a Number 1 single while not signed to a recording contract. She followed that remarkable feat with several hit singles and six albums, two of which were certified gold. Lisa is well known to parents and kids for her five children's albums and two illustrated children's books with music. Lisa recently collaborated to develop and write the children's musical Camp Kappawanna which debuted at New York City's Atlantic Theater Company. Inspired by her own love of summer camp, in 2008, Lisa started The Camp Lisa Foundation, which sends underserved kids to summer camp.   In January 2018, her family friendly album, Feel What U Feel, won the Grammy for Best Children's Album, along with rave reviews and The Parents Choice Award. Among other shows, Lisa provides voice talent for the animated series Creative Galaxy and composes the original songs for the Emmy nominated, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie series.  Often recognized for her iconic cat-eyed glasses, Lisa redefines how women accessorize with her own eyewear line. As an entrepreneur, Lisa oversees the business and eyewear design of Lisa Loeb Eyewear.   As an actor, Lisa's recent film and television appearances include AP Bio, John Oliver's Last Week Tonight, About a Boy, Hot Tub Time Machine 2, King of The Nerds and Sprout Channel's Sunny Side Up Show (now Sprout House on Universal Kids). You might have also heard her voice on commercials including Alfa Romeo, Foster Farms Chicken and Chili's.

Women In Media
Hill Kourkoutis: Trust The Path

Women In Media

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 53:18


My next guest is so many things...it's hard to give her a title! Hill Kourkoutis is a revered Canadian music contributor; an accomplished producer, songwriter, composer, mixer, recording engineer, multi-instrumentalist, and artist.  In May of 2022, Hill made Canadian music history when she became the first woman to be nominated for and win a JUNO Award for Recording Engineer of the Year in the 46 years since the category was created. HELL YEAH! Spanning her career, Hill has produced, mixed and/or written albums and/or singles for Leela Gilday (JUNO award-winning album ‘North Star Calling'), Digging Roots (“SKODEN”) , Royal Wood, Cassie Dasilva (the TikTok 1mm smash “Unsolicited Contact”), SATE (JUNO nominated-album ‘The Fool', 2022 Polaris Prize nominee), Jules (“Before You Picked Her”), Meghan Patrick, POESY, Amanda Rheaume (‘The Spaces In Between') and Tania Joy.  Additionally, along with Serena Ryder, Hill co-wrote and produced the theme song and the end title song for Universal Kids' animated children's series Remy and Boo, which was one of the overall top three pre-school series premieres of 2020. Hill also produced and co-wrote the theme song for Disney's pre-school series Dino Ranch, the #1 rated pre-school series in the United States. Most recently, Hill co-wrote and produced episodic songs for Thomas & Friends, including the song “A Partner On The Rails”. She continues to write music for children's television shows.  As a musician, Kourkoutis has had the honour of playing with artists such as The Weeknd, Serena Ryder, Martha and the Muffins and Tara Slone. For two seasons, Hill performed as guitarist onstage in the house band for the CTV series, The Launch.  While taking a respite from studio duties, Hill enjoys sharing stories of her life's experiences in music as well as mentoring and teaching audio production with a variety of different music schools, organizations, universities, and music festivals.  Find more about her HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show!
Carly Ciarrocchi (Host/Writer/Musician) || Ep. 59

Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 40:32


In the fifty-ninth episode, Jake, Chris, Matthew, Wyatt and Matt chat with host, writer and musician Carly Ciarrocchi, where they talk about her time hosting the Sprout programming block "The Sunny Side Up Show" (later known as "Sunny Side Up"), continuing her hosting duties on projects such as "Snug's House" and "The Big Fun Crafty Show" on Universal Kids and "Weird But True!" on Disney+, the meaning behind "BOUNCE" and so much more!

APATA Podcast
Dan Nixon of Melbourne Young Writers Studio and Pirate Size Productions.

APATA Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2022 39:15


If you want to know where writing, and a love of writing and the performing arts can take you then check out our convo with Dan Nixon.Dan, Alyssa Smedley and Bryony McLachlan head Pirate Size Productions, a children's television production company creating innovative narratives for television bringing imagined worlds and characters to life.Writing for the screen is committed collaborative journey. Which is something that Dan thrives on.Building relationships and telling stories that are bold, adventurous and that audiences fall in love with fuel the tight knit team at Pirate Size Productions working with such production companies as the Australian Children's Television Foundation, Sesame Studios, ABC Education/ABC Me, Starburns Industries, Pūkeko Pictures, Universal Kids, Screen Australia and R U OK? Day.In an effort to provide innovative, and fun filled creative writing courses and workshops for children and adults Dan also created the Melbourne Young Writers Studio. Their programs are aimed at equipping and inspiring young writers with the skills they need to get writing and to develop their storytelling. While for adults it is a place for emerging writers to hone their craft.There are some great tips in this conversation such as the four main ingredients of a good story and the all important Pitch Bible, which would make a great assignment or project idea for students.Enjoy Dan Nixon and our host Yolande Smith exploring the potential of writing and the arts!MentionsTranscript pdf available via www.apata.com.auPirate Size ProductionsWebsite: www.piratesizeproductions.comInstagram: @piratesizeproductionsFacebook: @piratesizeproductionsTwitter: @PirateSizeLinkedIn: @piratesizeproductionsMelbourne Young Writers StudioWebsite: www.mywritersstudio.com.auFacebook: @mywritersstudioInstagram: @mywritersstudioMYWS - Schools Program Guide 2022 - pdfOtherBlue Zoo AnimationPaddington BearPip and PosyStarburns IndustriesKids Screen ConferenceStranger Things (Montauk) Pitch Bible - pdf

The Chris & Sandy Show
The Chris & Sandy Show With Lisa Loeb

The Chris & Sandy Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 53:14


We had a wonderful conversation with Lisa Loeb on The Chris & Sandy Show. We talked about so many things from family, music, sacrifices, she told some amazing stories to a whole lot more.We also talked about her musical project Together Apart. Her eyewear line - lisaloebeyewear.com and her Camp Lisa Foundation - lisaloeb.com/camp-lisaDallas native Lisa Loeb is a 2018 GRAMMY Award-winning singer songwriter, touring musician and philanthropist who started her career with the platinum-selling Number 1 hit song “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film Reality Bites. A trailblazing independent artist, Lisa was the first pop musician to have a Number 1 single while not signed to a recording contract. She followed that remarkable feat with several hit singles and six albums, two which were certified gold.Lisa is also well known to parents and kids for her five children's albums and two illustrated children's books with music.  Lisa recently collaborated to develop and write the children's musical "Camp Kappawanna," which debuted at New York City's Atlantic Theater Company.  Inspired by her own love of summer camp, in 2008, Lisa started The Camp Lisa Foundation, which sends underserved kids to summer camp.  In 2015, The American Camp Association of New England named Lisa Loeb as their Camp Champions Honoree with a gala celebration at Fenway Park.Over the last three years, Lisa has released three children's albums that are exclusively available with Amazon.  In January 2018, her family friendly album, “Feel What U Feel,” won the Grammy for Best Children's Album, along with rave reviews and The Parents Choice Award.   Among other shows, Lisa provides voice talent for the animated series “Creative Galaxy” and composes the original songs for the Emmy nominated, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” series.  Her songs from the series make up a soundtrack album that was released in June of 2018 exclusively with Amazon.Often recognized for her iconic cat-eyed glasses, Lisa redefines how women accessorize with her own eyewear line.  As an entrepreneur, Lisa oversees the business and eyewear design of Lisa Loeb Eyewear.  It's an ever-growing collection, available at optical shops as well as Costco, where women's styles and children's frames are available.  As an actor, Lisa's recent film and television appearances include “AP Bio,” John Oliver's "Last Week Tonight," "About a Boy," "Hot Tub Time Machine 2," "King of The Nerds," and Sprout Channel's "Sunny Side Up Show” (now “Sprout House” on Universal Kids).  You might have also heard her voice on commercials including Alfa Romeo, Foster Farms Chicken and Chili's.A recent personal honor for Lisa was being asked by editor, Will Shortz, to help celebrate the 75th anniversary of The New York Times crossword by creating an original puzzle with pro, Doug Peterson.   Other recent highlights and appearances include contributing a cover version of “All the Young Dudes” for Howard Stern's David Bowie Special on Sirius XM, leading a kids' songwriting workshop in Sydney, Australia with AMP, and a two-week residency at the legendary Carlyle Hotel in New York.  Last Spring, Lisa exclusively released through Rolling Stone her cover of Bright Eyes' 'First Day of my Life,' which she recorded after performing for a friend's wedding a decade ago. And in July, she released the new track 'Love Never Dies,' an original song she wrote and recorded as a theme song to accompany acclaimed author James Patterson's latest novel, "Sophia, Princess Among Beasts."Earlier this year, Lisa released her 15th studio album, A Simple Trick to Happiness, including 11 original tracks.  When she is not at home in Los Angeles with her husband, Roey, two children, Lyla and Emet, and her cat, Sweetie McGee, Lisa enjoys performing all over the world and entertaining audiences of all ages.

The Imagine Neighborhood
No Filter: With Carly Ciarrocci

The Imagine Neighborhood

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2021 18:08


Hey, everybody . . . guess who? It's me again, your pal Count Vacula! That's right—I get to bring you a new No Filter with Count Vacula for the second week in a ROW! How amazing is THAT? And it's extra good news because my guest this week is the amazing Carly Ciarrocchi. You might know her from her Emmy-nominated work hosting The Big Fun Crafty Show and Snug's House for Universal Kids, or as host of Sprout's The Sunny Side Up Show, or from Weird But True! on Disney+, or from her terrific podcast HEY STORY GO! Even though Carly likes to get up early and I'm nocturnal (I just learned that word!), it turns out we both like construction cranes, and bumblebees, and cardboard creations. In fact, Carly has a whole show JUST about making things out of cardboard. You know, every time I meet someone new, I find out that even though we have differences, we also have a lot of things in common. That's a really fun thing about making new friends! If there's someone you think would be a good new friend for me, let me know. In the meantime, thanks for listening to No Filter. See you next week in The Imagine Neighborhood™! Love, Vac  

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The Imagine Neighborhood
No Filter: With Carly Ciarrocchi

The Imagine Neighborhood

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2021 18:08


Hey, everybody . . . guess who? It's me again, your pal Count Vacula! That's right—I get to bring you a new No Filter with Count Vacula for the second week in a ROW! How amazing is THAT? And it's extra good news because my guest this week is the amazing Carly Ciarrocchi. You might know her from her Emmy-nominated work hosting The Big Fun Crafty Show and Snug's House for Universal Kids, or as host of Sprout's The Sunny Side Up Show, or from Weird But True! on Disney+, or from her terrific podcast HEY STORY GO! Even though Carly likes to get up early and I'm nocturnal (I just learned that word!), it turns out we both like construction cranes, and bumblebees, and cardboard creations. In fact, Carly has a whole show JUST about making things out of cardboard. You know, every time I meet someone new, I find out that even though we have differences, we also have a lot of things in common. That's a really fun thing about making new friends! If there's someone you think would be a good new friend for me, let me know. In the meantime, thanks for listening to No Filter. See you next week in The Imagine Neighborhood™! Love, Vac  

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My EdTech Life
Episode 76: Maker Magic

My EdTech Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 54:32


Mario is a NY-based touring family performer with an all-ages theater show and New York Times-recommended virtual experiences full of homespun magic, DIY robotics, and punk rock slapstick. It's magic through the lens of the Maker Movement! He has appeared on Sesame Street, NBC's Universal Kids, and live on tour with David Blaine, who calls him "the best kids magician in the world!!" Mario is also the author of The Maker Magician's Handbook and a content creator for Make: Magazine's Maker Camp programming. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/myedtechlife/support

Adopted Feels
Ed Pokropski Ain’t Licking No Watermelons: On Comedy, Confidence, and What It Means To Be Asian American

Adopted Feels

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 56:43


In this episode we chatted with Edward Yoo Pokropski, the Executive Producer of the upcoming Asian Comedy Fest! Ed is also Writer/Producer for the Brand Creative Team at USA Network and Universal Kids for NBCUniversal. He has been nominated for a daytime Emmy twice and won zero times. He also performs stand-up and hosts events, sometimes for money, sometimes for a drink ticket and a story. He is originally from Philly and proud to be a Korean American adoptee. Ed tells us about moving to New York six years ago, which was the catalyst for developing confidence in his own voice, in both comedy and as an Asian American. This journey from community to activism ultimately led to the creation of the Asian Comedy Fest. Buy tickets now for the digital premiere of the Asian Comedy Fest on May 27th from asiancomedyfest.com (you’ll receive a private link that will stay active for 48 hours) Proceeds benefit Apex for Youth (apexforyouth.org) Follow @asiancomedyfest on Instagram, Twitter and FB Watch Ed’s talk on his Korean adoptee experience for Crushing The Myth here: https://youtu.be/Nn7KNLU2k58 *note: “수박 겉 핥기” (su-bak geot halk-ki) Meaning: doing something superficially, scratching the surface Literal meaning: Licking the skin of a watermelon

Second Chances
Paul Costabile's Second Chance

Second Chances

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 53:54


Paul Costabile is a host, comedian, writer, producer and entertainment reporter. He is the newest face on Universal Kids as the host of the iconic revival of Beat The Clock. He also appears on daily segments on NBC's New York Live and is the host of Doodle Wars on NBC’s digital network Bluprint. Most recently, Paul interviewed the band One Republic for The Netflix/NBCU series Once in a Lifetime Sessions and is a brand ambassador and face for Universal Kids. 

The Open Mic Podcast with Brett Allan
Matt Iseman of American Ninja Warrior | Season 13 Updates and More

The Open Mic Podcast with Brett Allan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 35:15


Life is short, do what makes you happy.” That’s the advice that Matt got from his Dad-a world renowned physician-when Matt quit medicine to pursue stand up comedy. And those words still guide Matt today. He talks ninjas, tells jokes around the world and, in general, proves laughter is the best medicine. Our guest is Matt Iseman of American Ninja Warrior! He gives us the exclusive scoop on Season 13 and so much more! We scooped the general press on this one! We also cover his career as a doctor, comedian and the overall drive he has and what has made him so successful, plus much more.  Perhaps best known as the host of the FOUR TIME Emmy nominated “American Ninja Warrior” and being named the newest Celebrity Apprentice, the Boston Globe has said of Matt, “The best part about American Ninja Warrior, hands down, is when bro-host Matt Iseman roars the show’s title.” He also helms the latest spinoff, American Ninja Warrior Junior, on Universal Kids (it’s their highest rated show ever) and he headed up the spinoff, “ANW: Ninja vs Ninja” on the USA Network. Matt hosted Evel Live on History, the highest rated cable special of 2018 and makes regular visits to the Today Show. He also hosts Live Rescue on A&E following the life & death everyday heroics of First Responders.His ongoing battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis transformed him into a strong supporter of the Arthritis Foundation, the charity he’s represented while winning Celebrity Apprentice. Yes, Arnold Schwarzenegger considers him a celebrity. For his work over the past decade and a half, Matt was named the 2018 “Arthritis Warrior of the Year.” And his battle with Renal Cell Carcinoma has made him a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society. He still serves as the Apprentice to the Boss, Arnold Schwarzenegger, hosting the Arnold Strongman Classic and helping him raise millions of dollars for the After School All Stars. Matt also supports the American Cancer Society, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and serves as an Ambassador for the Armed Services Arts Partnership.Matt has been a Lip Sync Battle Champion, he’s crushed on Hollywood Game Night & Punchline and has been called “legendary” on 25 Words or Less.Dr. Matt was a regular on Hallmark’s Home & Family, sharing his medical expertise and his unique lifestyle tips. His hosting has already earned him an Emmy Award on Clean House. He also hosted Sports Soup on Versus and Scream Play on E!. He’s starred in countless commercials, numerous sitcoms and Transformers 2.Matt has made HERstory on RuPaul’s Secret Celebrity Drag Race, he became a Lip Sync Battle Champion, he’s crushed on Hollywood Game Night & Punchline and has been called “legendary” on 25 Words or Less.Have a question? Email us below!openmicguest@gmail.comBe sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates!Twittertwitter.com/@brettsopenmicIGinstagram.com/brettsopenmicFacebookFacebook.com/openmicpodcastwww.theopenmicpodcast.show

Making Magic With Shaun Jay
Arduino, Imagination, Cardboard, and Tape w/ Mario The Maker Magician Making Magic Podcast Ep. 1

Making Magic With Shaun Jay

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 64:56


Arduino, Imagination, Cardboard, and Tape w/ Mario The Maker Magician Making Magic #Podcast Ep. 1 GUEST BIO: Mario “the Maker Magician” Marchese is a family performer with a one-man show full of original magic, homemade robotics, and punk rock slapstick. Mario has appeared on Sesame Street, NBC's Universal Kids, and live on tour with David Blaine, who calls him “the best kids magician in the world!!” Mario is also the author of The Maker Magician's Handbook: A Beginner's Guide to Magic & Making and the creator of beginner robotic magic kits. His Penguin Live lecture won the 2020 Lecture of the Year award. MARIO INFO Learn more about Mario: https://mariothemagician.com Follow Mario on Facebook: https://facebook.com/mariothemagician Follow Mario on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mariothemagician Duet With His Awesome Robots on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mariothemakermagician?lang=en SHAUN JAY INFO Learn more about Shaun Jay and his magic: https://shaunjaymagic.comLearn more about Shaun Jay's custom 3D design work: https://utilitygaffs.comFollow Shaun on Facebook: https://facebook.com/shaunjaymagicFollow Shaun on Instagram: https://instagram.com/shaunjaymagicFollow Shaun Jay on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shaunjaymagic? SHAUN JAY'S NATIONAL TV APPEARANCES Stage Magic: https://youtu.be/LtUUK8v1KiY More Stage Magic: https://youtu.be/8JdkKiXesXM Close Up Magic: https://youtu.be/yC6EKMAkZnI More Close Up Magic: https://youtu.be/i9vgjA0QCjQ 3D DESIGNED AND PRINTED MAGIC! The Hipp Hopp Rabbits Project: https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/close-up-magic/hipp-hopp-rabbit/ SPONSORS: Interested in sponsoring the next episode? Email us at makingmagicpodcast@gmail.com and let's make it happen! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shaun-jay/support

The Hardy Haberland Show
From 0 to 2M Followers on Instagram as an 18-Year-Old with the Backpack Kid

The Hardy Haberland Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 79:20


Russell Horning aka the Backpack Kid is the pioneer of the floss dance. He worked with Katy Perry and his floss dance has been featured in The Simpsons, and in television shows airing on Universal Kids, Disney XD, and Disney Channel.   Brought to you by Haberland Group (HaberlandGroup.com) and Hardy Haberland's Programs (HardyHaberland.com).   This podcast is brought to you by Haberland Group. Haberland Group is a global provider of marketing solutions. With multidisciplinary teams in major world markets, our holding companies specialize in advertising, branding, communications planning, digital marketing, media, podcasting, public relations, as well as specialty marketing. If you are looking for a world-class partner to work on marketing programs, go to HaberlandGroup.com and contact us.   This podcast is also brought to you by Hardy Haberland's Programs. Hardy provides educational programs for high performers who want world-class achievement, true fulfillment, and lasting transformation in their lives. He also provides consulting for established brands and businesses that have generated a minimum of $3 million in annual sales. If you need a catalyst for transformation and a strategist for success at the highest level, go to HardyHaberland.com and apply.   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider to rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference. Rate, review, and subscribe at HardyHaberland.com/iTunes.

Arroe Collins
Carly Ciarrocchi and Charlie Engelman From Weird But True On Disney+

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 9:05


The newest season of WEIRD BUT TRUE! on Disney+ gets even weirder! Set both in studio and in the field, the award-winning WEIRD BUT TRUE! integrates a mix of arts and crafts, unbelievable facts and real-life exploration. Whether hunting for dinosaur fossils, hiking volcanoes or flying planes, the science-loving duo of Carly and Charlie inspires kids to get excited about the world around them. This season includes guest appearances from Nat Geo Photographers and Explorers, including Anand Varma, who teaches Carly and Charlie the correct way to take the perfect photo, and professor and founder of SciStarter Darlene Cavalier, who describes how she is exploring new ways to connect people with science. Carly Ciarrocchi serves as producer of the award-winning WEIRD BUT TRUE!, fulfilling children’s curiosity of the world around them. Brooklyn-based Carly, who is also a performer, writer, creator and morning enthusiast, is best known for her work as a host and writer for “Sunny Side Up,” Sprout's live, morning show for preschoolers. Other hosting credits include “Snug’s House” and “The Big Fun Crafty Show” for Universal Kids. All three shows earned Daytime Emmy nominations. Charlie Engelman returns to host the third season of WEIRD BUT TRUE! with new co-host Carly Ciarrocchi. He also serves as writer, co-executive producer and production designer of the award-winning series. Charlie, who is based in Chicago, earned a Daytime Emmy Award for his writing on WEIRD BUT TRUE!. He has also created multiple award-winning programming for National Geographic, Disney and FOX, including the Emmy-nominated short series Nature Boom Time, which he created after winning a pitching contest for Nat Geo Kids.

The Hardy Haberland Show
From 0 to 2M Followers on Instagram as an 18-Year-Old with the Backpack Kid

The Hardy Haberland Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 79:20


Russell Horning aka the Backpack Kid is the pioneer of the floss dance. He worked with Katy Perry and his floss dance has been featured in The Simpsons, and in television shows airing on Universal Kids, Disney XD, and Disney Channel.   If you enjoyed this episode, please consider to rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference. Rate, review, and subscribe at HardyHaberland.com/iTunes.

Arroe Collins
Carly Ciarrocchi and Charlie Engelman From Weird But True On Disney+

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 9:05


The newest season of WEIRD BUT TRUE! on Disney+ gets even weirder! Set both in studio and in the field, the award-winning WEIRD BUT TRUE! integrates a mix of arts and crafts, unbelievable facts and real-life exploration. Whether hunting for dinosaur fossils, hiking volcanoes or flying planes, the science-loving duo of Carly and Charlie inspires kids to get excited about the world around them. This season includes guest appearances from Nat Geo Photographers and Explorers, including Anand Varma, who teaches Carly and Charlie the correct way to take the perfect photo, and professor and founder of SciStarter Darlene Cavalier, who describes how she is exploring new ways to connect people with science. Carly Ciarrocchi serves as producer of the award-winning WEIRD BUT TRUE!, fulfilling children’s curiosity of the world around them. Brooklyn-based Carly, who is also a performer, writer, creator and morning enthusiast, is best known for her work as a host and writer for “Sunny Side Up,” Sprout's live, morning show for preschoolers. Other hosting credits include “Snug’s House” and “The Big Fun Crafty Show” for Universal Kids. All three shows earned Daytime Emmy nominations. Charlie Engelman returns to host the third season of WEIRD BUT TRUE! with new co-host Carly Ciarrocchi. He also serves as writer, co-executive producer and production designer of the award-winning series. Charlie, who is based in Chicago, earned a Daytime Emmy Award for his writing on WEIRD BUT TRUE!. He has also created multiple award-winning programming for National Geographic, Disney and FOX, including the Emmy-nominated short series Nature Boom Time, which he created after winning a pitching contest for Nat Geo Kids.

Arroe Collins
Carly Ciarrocchi and Charlie Engelman From Weird But True On Disney+

Arroe Collins

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 9:05


The newest season of WEIRD BUT TRUE! on Disney+ gets even weirder! Set both in studio and in the field, the award-winning WEIRD BUT TRUE! integrates a mix of arts and crafts, unbelievable facts and real-life exploration. Whether hunting for dinosaur fossils, hiking volcanoes or flying planes, the science-loving duo of Carly and Charlie inspires kids to get excited about the world around them. This season includes guest appearances from Nat Geo Photographers and Explorers, including Anand Varma, who teaches Carly and Charlie the correct way to take the perfect photo, and professor and founder of SciStarter Darlene Cavalier, who describes how she is exploring new ways to connect people with science. Carly Ciarrocchi serves as producer of the award-winning WEIRD BUT TRUE!, fulfilling children’s curiosity of the world around them. Brooklyn-based Carly, who is also a performer, writer, creator and morning enthusiast, is best known for her work as a host and writer for “Sunny Side Up,” Sprout's live, morning show for preschoolers. Other hosting credits include “Snug’s House” and “The Big Fun Crafty Show” for Universal Kids. All three shows earned Daytime Emmy nominations. Charlie Engelman returns to host the third season of WEIRD BUT TRUE! with new co-host Carly Ciarrocchi. He also serves as writer, co-executive producer and production designer of the award-winning series. Charlie, who is based in Chicago, earned a Daytime Emmy Award for his writing on WEIRD BUT TRUE!. He has also created multiple award-winning programming for National Geographic, Disney and FOX, including the Emmy-nominated short series Nature Boom Time, which he created after winning a pitching contest for Nat Geo Kids.

Think Eternity with Matt Brown
Ep 08: Overcoming the Odds in Your Life (Feat. Akbar Gbajabiamila)

Think Eternity with Matt Brown

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 33:16


Have you ever watched the TV show American Ninja Warrior? My family and I love it, so I have some special surprise hosts on today's conversation - my two sons, Caden and Jordan. :) Today my guest is Akbar Gbajabiamila, who is the host of NBC's Emmy nominated, heart-racing obstacle course competition series American Ninja Warrior. He also hosts Universal Kids's spin off show, American Ninja Warrior Junior as well as NFL Networks' highest rated show NFL Fantasy Live. Akbar shares his personal journey of overcoming the odds, about his new book, and it was just an absolutely fun conversation today! Pick up Akbar's book "Everyone Can Be a Ninja" here: amazon.com/dp/B07MD6JSTN/. Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love: The Jesus Way to Influence" here: amazon.com/Truth-Plus-Love-Jesus-Influence/dp/0310355249/ For more from Matt Brown, and to receive our free gift “5 Spiritual Keys to Find Fulfillment in God” which will help you get started into the life of fulfillment God has for you, go to: Thinke.org

AnimDojo
AnimDojo Podcast #10 - Interview with Ruth Ducker!

AnimDojo

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 43:45


The last in our Move Summit interview series, we talk to the multi-talented Ruth Ducker! Ruth is a Director with over 18 years experience in the animation industry. Having Directed on titles for Disney Junior, Disney Asia, CBeebies and Universal Kids, as well as having worked as an animator and layout artist on both BAFTA and Academy Award winning shows. Hosted by Katie Gascoyne, Grace Hebditch, Bader Badruddin & Tom Box.

This Is Not A Bit
Judy Rothman Rofé (co-creator of "Julie's Greenroom" with Julie Andrews, "Madeline" animated series, and many other children's television programs)

This Is Not A Bit

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 46:51


Judy Rothman Rofé is an Emmy-winning writer, producer, and lyricist behind some of the most popular children’s television programs in recent memory. Growing up a fan of musical theater, as well as rock and folk music, Judy’s songs have appeared on such programs as “Sesame Street” (sung by the late “Big Bird” puppeteer Caroll Spinney). Judy wrote and developed such series as “Madeline,” “Angelina Ballerina,” “Camp Candy” (with the late John Candy), and “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventures.” Judy co-created the Netflix series “Julie’s Greenroom” with Julie Andrews and her daughter, Emma. Judy’s current series is “Norman Picklestripes” on Universal Kids. In this interview, Judy discusses the creative process of collaborative songwriting, the joys of having Julie Andrews sing her lyrics, and the time she informally interpreted for Fidel Castro and Gabriel García Márquez at a Sundance Film workshop in Cuba. She also discusses writing the “Neurotic Parent” blog and the offshoot book, “The Neurotic Parent’s Guide to College Admissions.”

It's My Screen Time Too
Ep71 Get Out of My Room

It's My Screen Time Too

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 36:26


The new year is time for new projects, so what better show to start off with than Universal Kids’ home makeover show, Get Out of My Room? We explore whether interior design shows for kids are really any different than our made-for-grown-ups favorites on HGTV; decide which themes would drive us the most crazy when plastered all over our own rooms; and take time to fondly remember when they glued hay on the walls in that infamous episode of Trading Spaces. In Screen Time In the News, we take a look at what’s next for children’s television according to the creator of Blue’s Clues.

Cool Beans Comedy
Comedian, Actor and Voice-Over Artist Piotr Michael

Cool Beans Comedy

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 32:17


Very excited to have on Corey's good friend, comic, actor and voice artist, Piotr Michael. Exciting news!  It has just been announce that Piotr will be voicing Fritz the Ferret in the upcoming animated 'Where's Waldo?' series - coming out on Universal Kids in July. Also, our next stand up comedy intensive class starts up on May 19th: Classroom to Stage in Six Weeks! Visit CoolBeansComedy/class for more information and to enroll. With that, let's get over to Piotr and find out what he's been up to and hear some of his incredible characters!

NEXTonSCENE with JZ
NEXTonSCENE American Ninja Warrior Host, Celebrity Apprentice and Comedian, Matt Iseman

NEXTonSCENE with JZ

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 35:18


Life is short, do what makes you happy.” That’s the advice that Matt got from his Dad-a world renowned physician-when Matt quit medicine to pursue stand up comedy. And those words still guide Matt today. He talks ninjas, tells jokes around the world and, in general, proves laughter is the best medicine.  Perhaps best known as the host of the THREE TIME Emmy nominated “American Ninja Warrior” and being named the newest Celebrity Apprentice, the Boston Globe has said of Matt, “The best part about American Ninja Warrior, hands down, is when bro-host Matt Iseman roars the show’s title.” He also helms the latest spinoff, American Ninja Warrior Junior, on Universal Kids (it’s their highest rated show ever) and he headed up the spinoff, “ANW: Ninja vs Ninja” on the USA Network. Matt hosted Evel Live on History, the highest rated cable special of 2018 and makes regular visits to the Today Show.

Power Kid Podcast
Animation for toy with Rusty Tracy of Wind Dancer Films

Power Kid Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2019 36:33


My honored guest this week is Rusty Tracy the VP of Wind Dancer Films. They have generated over 4 billion dollars in revenue from film and television properties that the company has created and produced. Rusty spent 10 years at Nickelodeon Animation Studios and his animation work includes the 2012 Ninja Turtles series, Ready Jet Go on PBS, Not a Box for Universal Kids and many more.   In this episode we dive into Rusty’s experience with Nickelodeon Studios and TMNT - from unpaid intern to Creative Director! He gives us an inside look at the conversations between animators and toy makers to ensure brand integrity. What are the important considerations when developing animation for children of all ages? What are the challenges of creating animation that is both fun and educational.   Enjoy this fun and insightful episode. Thank you for listening!

日本の居場所と未来を創る!TCK(帰国子女) Podcast
065.【インタビュー⑪】Universal KIDS 代表/ 内野 尚子さん

日本の居場所と未来を創る!TCK(帰国子女) Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2018 11:45


毎月1回専門家&起業家の方に「感情」について語っていただくコーナーです。 だれでも、生まれてからずっと付き合っている自分の感情。 そして、お仕事を通じて、感情についての見識や想いも変化してくるものだと感じています。 「ホ… 続きを読む » The post 065.【インタビュー⑪】Universal KIDS 代表/ 内野 尚子さん first appeared on TCK帰国生カウンセリング(日本語・中国語)&家族講座|東京港区|育ちネット多文化CROSS.

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The Today's Mama Podcast
Laurie Berkner, Children's Musician and Author Talks Music, Anxiety, Fear and Fun

The Today's Mama Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2018 50:45


Episode 2: Laurie Berkner She’s been called "The undisputed queen of kindie rock" by USA Today, People Magazine calls her "The queen of children's music" and the New York Times said she is "The Adele of the preschool crowd" most importantly, here at Today's Mama we call her the queen of our kid's playlists. On this episode of the Today's Mama Podcast we talk parenting in NYC, music, fostering talent in our children, and anxiety and how to fight it. Features More about and from Laurie on TodaysMama.com! Your Essential Laurie Berkner Playlist: Top 10 Favorite Laurie Berkner Songs Parenting Advice: Whatever You Feed Grows Concerts Are Good For You (And Your Kids Too) Promise! Insider Travel Tips: 5 Things To Do With Your Kids In Manhattan   Show Notes ​References, links, and corrections from this episode! Ratatouille: Watch the scene from the movie and tell us what YOUR "ratatouille" is HERE! Molly Ringwald post on The New Yorker: What About The Breakfast Club? Revisiting The Movies Of My Youth In The Age of MeToo (Correction: I said this was on The New York Times on the podcast, it's really on The New Yorker) Quote: "Worry is worshipping the problem" (Correction: I misquoted it on the show, here's the real deal and where I had seen it) Laurie's Tour Schedule Laurie's New Books: Monster Boogie and We Are The Dinosaurs   Graphic Worthy Quotes Because we say very deep, very entertaining, very quotable things on this podcast:   Giveaway! GIVEAWAY: Monster Boogie and We Are The Dinosaurs Books Giveaway instructions are posted on our website here:  https://familymaven.io/todaysmama/pop-culture/giveaway-monster-boogie-and-we-are-the-dinosaurs-books-by-laurie-berkner-P96QGqOYvEShX9WPgIpjRA/ Follow Laurie! https://twitter.com/LaurieBerkner https://www.facebook.com/LaurieBerknerBand Instagram.com/laurieberknerband Pinterest.com/LaurieBerkner   Laurie Berkner's Full Bio Laurie Berkner has been a professional musician since 1992, but her success as a children’s recording artist was a surprise to her. “It was so unexpected,” says Laurie. “I’d been performing in rock bands and struggling to write original music. Writing music for kids has not been a struggle at all. The more I started working on material for children, the more I realized that it opened up creativity in me that I never knew I had.” These days critics widely acknowledge Laurie’s major contribution toward launching what is now dubbed the progressive “kindie rock” movement – i.e. less saccharine, more rocking music that is not dumbed down for children. But it wasn’t simply an enormous amount of talent that helped create an entire genre and skyrocketed Laurie to her current position as “the queen of children’s music” (People Magazine). It was an ability to gain parents’ enthusiasm for the songs as well. According to Laurie, “When I’m writing a song, I’m thinking about whether the kids will like it and whether I’m going to connect to them through it. I’m also thinking about whether I want to sing it over and over again, so I guess that’s the part that connects with adults. Old MacDonald Had A Farm is a great song for kids, but I couldn’t sing it 100 times!” While Laurie never planned to be a children’s performer, looking back on her career it almost seems inevitable. While growing up in Princeton, New Jersey, Laurie was always involved in music, whether singing in choirs, playing in bands, or performing in musical theater. In high school and throughout college (at Rutgers University), she toured Europe with several choirs and orchestras as a soloist and guitarist. After graduation, Laurie spent several years as a children’s music specialist at New York area preschool and day care centers. Working with children became the perfect creative outlet for Laurie to express her talents and create something that, she says, “has turned out to be incredibly rewarding.” Laurie was the first recording artist ever to perform in music videos on Nick Jr. and was a beloved presence on the network’s Jack’s Big Music Show series. Her music videos now appear regularly on NBCUniversal’s Universal Kids channel. Laurie is also a frequent presence on SiriusXM’s Kids Place Live channel. She maintains a busy touring schedule and has performed at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and the White House, among many prestigious venues. Laurie has released twelve bestselling, award-winning albums: Whaddaya Think Of That (1997); Buzz Buzz (1998); Victor Vito (1999); Under A Shady Tree (2002); Rocketship Run (2008); The Best Of The Laurie Berkner Band (2010); A Laurie Berkner Christmas (2012); Laurie Berkner Lullabies (2014); The Ultimate Laurie Berkner Band Collection (2014); Laurie Berkner’s Favorite Classic Kids’ Songs (2015); Superhero (2016); and Laurie Berkner: The Dance Remixes (2017). Her Two Tomatoes Records has co-released (with Razor & Tie Entertainment) two DVDs: We are . . . The Laurie Berkner Band (2006) and Party Day! (2011). Laurie has authored three picture books for Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, each of which is based on one of her beloved songs. We Are the Dinosaurs was released in March 2017, Pillowland was released in November 2017, and Monster Boogie is scheduled for July 2018. Laurie previously authored four books based on her songs, including two Barnes & Noble NOOK Kids™ e-books. Venturing into the world of the theater Laurie has written music and lyrics for three Off-Broadway children’s musicals produced by New York City Children’s Theater: Wanda’s Monster (2013), The Amazing Adventures of Harvey and the Princess (2014), and Interstellar Cinderella (2017). Laurie has also launched Laurie Berkner’s The Music in Me, a “Me and My Grown-up” style program of preschool music classes that she designed based on her philosophy, using her original music, with teachers personally trained by Laurie. Laurie continues to be inspired by her audience. “I want to create songs that matter for children,” she says. “I was singing once and saw a four-year-old girl shut her eyes and start swaying to the music. I thought, ‘That’s the reason I got into music.’ It keeps me wanting to do more.” When she’s not making music, Laurie enjoys visiting the farmer’s market for organic produce, knitting, biking and spending time with her husband, Brian, and their daughter, Lucy. They live in New York City.​ This Episode Was Sponsored By: ChatBooks!​   FULL SHOW NOTES HERE    

Tomorrow Will Be Televised
Tomorow Will Be Televised Sundance Episodic Lab/Beat The Clock/Unreal Episode

Tomorrow Will Be Televised

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2018 89:00


The program all about TV. Our guests: Jennifer Gayne Blake, senior manager of Sundance Institute's Episodic (TV) Laboratory; Joni Day, executive producer of Beat The Clock, the classic game show revival now playing on Universal Kids, and Unreal executive producer/showrunner Stacy Rukeyser.

Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing
Professional Pranks and Magic Tricks with Dan Siegel and Shane Spiegel - Just Shoot It 113

Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 1969 87:00


Dan Siegel (writer/producer) and Shane Spiegel (director/producer) are a comedy duo and the creative geniuses behind the Universal Kids show, "Junk Drawer Magical Adventures". In this episode Dan and Shane tell us about the development and making of show, as well as their experiences pulling off elaborate pranks for the Captain Underpants franchise and on prank TV shows. Trust us, you won't want to miss this truly hilarious episode. Be sure to keep an eye out for "Junk Drawer Magical Adventures" on the Universal Kids Channel (coming soon!). Til then, if you're looking for a laugh check out the short videos Dan and Shane shot for the "Captain Underpants Pranks For Good" Contest at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVUTZTqSomU and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qqFuxAUNJ8. Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help support the show: www.patreon.com/JustShootItPod As always, follow @MrMattEnlow (www.twitter.com/MrMattEnlow) and Oren @SmiteyPieLeg(www.twitter.com/SmiteyPieLeg) on twitter. For more episodes visit www.JustShootitPodcast.comShow your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who are guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPod(www.instagram.com/justshootitpod/) Send feedback to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com or 
Call us at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show! Music was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar. Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing, filmmaking and storytelling. Each week we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We're all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. We'll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. Matt Enlow is a director working in comedy. His website is mrmattenlow.com Oren Kaplan is a director and VFX artist who has directed the theatrical feature, The Hammer, a Lifetime movie, and countless branded content videos. His website is directedbyoren.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-shoot-it-a-podcast-about-filmmaking-screenwriting-and9776/donations