The MuppetCast (Archive)

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  • Show #273 – MuppetVision 3D In My Head

    In October 2015, I made a beautiful binaural recording of MuppetVision 3D, a Muppet attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. I’m so happy to share this special experience with you now, so we can enjoy this unique Muppet film experience together. Hey, look at the guy in the Goofy mask!

    After the movie, we’ll enjoy some Muppet holiday requests from you, the listening audience! If you haven’t requested a song yet, email me@muppetcast.com and not only will I play your request on the show, but you’ll be entered to win some special Muppet-themed Christmas presents I recently bought at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, GA!

    The MuppetCast is sponsored by Katie’s Beef Jerky. The absolute best beef jerky in the world! Katie makes outstanding beef jerky flavors AND vegan-friendly pineapple jerky. Shop now and use the promo code MUPPETCAST at checkout!

    Thanks For Listening!

    As always, you can email me@muppetcast.com with any comments or questions about the Muppets, The MuppetCast, or anything else. Tweet me @muppetcast, and check out The MuppetCast Facebook page. And make sure to subscribe to The MuppetCast in iTunes!

    Happy Holidays!

    Steve

  • Show #207 – "Now We Run."

    Joe Hennes joins us fresh from his trip to Walt Disney World, with a wonderful look at MuppetVision 3D (and the rest of the parks) through the eyes of a lifetime Muppet fan who’s never seen the film before. Obviously we had lots to talk about, and we maybe even get Joe to start planning a return trip! You can see even more from Joe’s trip over at ToughPigs.com.

    After that, Dr. Phillip Serna lends his musical talents, and those of his students, in some early-music renditions of two Muppet classic songs. Phillip also hosts The Gamba Cast, found at TheGambaCast.com.

    Thanks for listening to The MuppetCast! Questions/Comments about the Muppets or The MuppetCast can be emailed to me@muppetcast.com, or called in to the voicemail line at 614-364-4270. Follow the show on Twitter and join the Facebook page too!

    Have a great week!

    -Steve

  • Short Announcement – January 2, 2011

    Happy New Year! The announcement on this week’s show is that, there isn’t going to BE a show today. I was hoping to have the big 2010 Year In Review special ready to go, but we haven’t recorded it yet. And next week I’ll be in WDW for marathon weekend. No I’m not running; don’t be silly.

    So don’t worry, The MuppetCast isn’t going anywhere. In fact, I see big things happening in 2011, so stay tuned! We’ll see you soon.

    Have a great week!

    -Steve

  • Show #131 – October 11, 2009

    I’m in Walt Disney World this weekend celebrating the second annual Mouse Guest Experience! We’re having fun at the First-Ever Genuine No-Money-Back Guarantee MuppetCast MuppetVision 3D Meet! If you couldn’t make it to the park to join us, fear not! In lieu of actually being in the attraction, I’m proud to present an exclusive interview with MuppetVision 3D Pre-show director David Gumpel (official website)! Mr. Gumpel has worked with the Muppets for many, many years, and served as the director to the hilarious MV3D preshow film that delights parkgoers to this day. (more…)

  • Show #123 – August 16, 2009

    Hey look, an orchestra of penguins! Since this week brings another Best of The MuppetCast (and since I’ve gotten so many requests for this lately), I thought it might be fun to present the entire MuppetVision 3D WDW attraction for your listening enjoyment. Whether you’re long overdue for this 3D extravaganza or…er, um…just saw it yesterday, there’s never a bad time for MuppetVision! (more…)

  • Show #113 – June 7, 2009

    Craig Shemin joins me this week to talk about the 1990 TV special “http://muppet.wikia.com/wiki/The_Muppets_at_Walt_Disney_World.” This is a topic I covered briefly in the MuppetCast’s very first episode, but having someone to talk to who was there with Jim on the set naturally gives us more to talk about. Craig and I talk about the history of why this project got made in the first place, some of the more fun (and funny) moments on the set, and why this TV special is very near and dear to Craig’s heart. (more…)

  • Show #97 – February 15, 2008

    Wilkins and WontkinsFresh from a 6 day trip to WDW, this episode serves up the Muppets in a couple different ways. First, we begin by going on-location to the Orange Co. History Center for the Grand Opening ceremonies for “Jim Henson’s Fantastic World” as it begins its stint in Orlando. Second, it’s just after Valentine’s Day so keep an ear out for those lovey-dovey Muppet moments (none of which I believe don’t end in disaster). Finally, back by popular demand, Ashley makes a return to talk about her experience auditioning to be a Disney performer! (more…)

  • Show #79 – October 12, 2008

    Welcome to The MuppetCast! This is the only fan-created podcast on the web dedicated to the work of Jim Henson and the Muppets. Special thanks to actor Jason Mewes for doing the show intro!

    This week we celebrate someone very special in the life of the Muppets: one of the greatest singer/songwriters, John Denver. He passed away 11 years ago today, on October 12, 1997. The Muppet Wiki lists no less than 6 separate occasions where John appears with the Muppets, and in this episode we talk about and listen in on all of them. Sing along if you know the words! (more…)

  • Show #72 – August 24, 2008

    Welcome to The MuppetCast! This episode features Lou Mongello in a new Profile of a Podcaster segment. I’m also happy to welcome back both David Quesal and Ryan & Joe from Tough Pigs, all good friends of the show. Along with a new Muppet List all about Muppet Musicians with David, the Tough Pigs crew and I discuss the recent Fraggle Rock: The Complete Series announcement from HIT Entertainment. (more…)

  • Show #69 – August 3, 2008

    Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s The MuppetCast! I’m your host, Steve Swanson, and I’m not anywhere near Swanson Studios this week. In fact, I’m not even in my home state of Ohio. This weekend marks the first road trip of the summer, and I’m off to New Jersey, visiting a good friend of the show, Mrs. Jane Hunt.

    I’ll be back in the studio next week with lots of experiences to share with you, but until then, enjoy some more rare Muppet audio! This is taken from a live taping of an extinct stage show in Disney’s MGM Studios, now called the Hollywood Studios. The show is Muppets On Location: Days of Swine and Roses. Thanks to Kermiclown for the assist! (more…)