Here it is, the 2009 Year In Review! With the help of Joe Hennes and Ryan Roe (who shares my birthday) from ToughPigs.com, we take a final look back at the Muppet news and events of the past year and have a grand old time talking about them. For a comprehensive listing of everything in the Muppet universe that took place in 2009, please see the 2009 Page on the Muppet Wiki. (more…)
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Show #132 – October 18, 2009
We’re going to Disney World, and you’re gonna like it! Not that I could turn the car around if you didn’t. But I think you’ll really enjoy the live experience from the MuppetCast MuppetVision 3D meet that took place at the recent Mouse Guest Experience. Along with that meet, I grabbed some audio from some other can’t-miss moments from Epcot (Every Person Comes Out Tired). Let me know what you think! (more…)
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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…)
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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…)
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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…)
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Show #97 – February 15, 2008
Fresh 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 #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…)
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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…)
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Show #51 – March 30, 2008
Regrettably, the Swanson Studios are experiencing some rather serious technical difficulties this week. Luckily however, there is still a show! Thanks to the trusty, dusty old tower, there’s still an entertaining and supremely Muppet-y MuppetCast to enjoy this week. (more…)
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Show #50 – March 23, 2008
Can you believe it? This week marks 50 episodes of The MuppetCast, which puts us only two weeks away from our one-year birthday. Thank you so much for listening to the podcast and continuing to make it all possible.
The MuppetCast is sponsored by Bell, Book and Comic. Life should be more fun!
There’s a lot going on in the life of the Muppets this week!
Sesame Tree in Northern Ireland continues their preparation for their upcoming debut in early April. The press release can be found here.
Matt T. has some info about the Star Wars Muppet figures, which are on the way. See pictures here, here, and here.
Kevin W. sent links to two YouTube videos starring Kermit the Frog and Muley the Mule! See them here and here.
Here’s a great link from Roger L. for some uncommon Sesame Street T-shirts.
George G. from October Toys sent in links to 3 outstanding Palisades sales! See them here, here, and here.
Sadly, Anthony Minghella passed away this week. Jack Read wrote an amazing and beautiful tribute for the show. Here are some links to news stories about Minghella:
Ain’t It Cool News (Not Kid Friendly)
A Scene from Truly, Madly, Deeply
Breitbart
Variety
The Huffington Post
Film.comMore news about the new Muppet movie:
Magical Mountain.net
MTV Movies Blog
Netcot.comMarcel Moran has a great opinion piece concerning Cookie Monster on TheCrimson.com.
Read more about the newest Sesame Street character, Leela.
John Tartaglia better not tell a lie! He was recently cast as Pinocchio in the new musical, Shrek. More info about the Seattle opening is found at The Seattle Times, and at 5th Avenue.org.
This episode features a review of the newly released Unstable Fables: 3 Pigs and a Baby. I hope you enjoy it!
I also finally get to take some time and talk in more detail about my recent trip to Walt Disney World! My wife Ashley helps me describe some experiences that many guests might not be familiar with. Lotsa fun!
Questions/Comments can be sent via email to me@muppetcast.com. Or even better, call the voice line at 614-364-4270 and have your voicemail played on the show! Of course, you can always find me over at the Muppet Central Forums as well, where their mission is to unite all Muppet fans worldwide.
Have a great week!
-Steve