Tim Blaney (Short Circuit, Men In Black, Mystery Science Theatre 3000) – Under The Puppet #12

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com – This episode I speak with puppeteer and voiceover artist, Tim Blaney.  Tim was Johnny 5 in the Short Circuit films and Frank the Pug in Men in Black.  He’s also worked for The Muppets, the Jim Henson Company and on Mystery Science Theatre 3000.  Tim and I talk about his beginnings, working with the legendary…

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Leslie Carrara-Rudolph (Sesame Street, Splash & Bubbles, Muppets Tonight) – Under The Puppet #11

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com – Leslie Carrara-Rudolph’s first big puppet job was working on Muppets Tonight alongside Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson, Dave Goelz and Kevin Clash to name a few.  Currently she is Abby Caddabby on Sesame Street and Bubbles in the Jim Henson Company show Splash & Bubbles.  In this interview we talk to Leslie about her puppetry work including…

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Bruce Lanoil (The Muppets, Dinosaurs, Jim Henson Company) – Under The Puppet #10

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com – This month I interview puppeteer Bruce Lanoil.  We speak of his work with The Muppets where he worked alongside Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Jerry Nelson and more.  We also cover his work on the film Monkeybone, his first job in puppetry and his voiceover career.  After the interview, I talk about two fun books…

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2015 Disneyland 60th 1965-1974 Decades Art Glicee – Country Bear Collector Show #121

http://www.CBJCollector.com – Here’s a limited edition piece of art released for Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary that features Big Al from the Country Bear Jamboree.  Our host gives it a review and then delivers his patented ‘Paw Rating.’  Be sure to check out the Country Bear Collector Show Facebook Page over at http://www.facebook.com/CountryBearCollector and let us know your thoughts on this…

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Kevin Carlson (The Muppets, Pee Wee’s Playhouse, Mr. Potato Head) – Under The Puppet #9

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com – Kevin Carlson has puppeteered for The Muppets, Pee Wee’s Playhouse, Mr. Potato Head and more!  We talk about working on The Muppet Show: On Tour, working next to Jim Henson, the time he filled in for Gonzo and more.  After the interview, I talk about The Jim Henson Foundation which you can check out at…

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Dan Milano (Greg the Bunny, Warren the Ape, Robot Chicken) – Under The Puppet #8

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com – This episode’s interview is with Dan Milano who is the creator and puppeteer of Greg the Bunny and Warren the Ape.  I talk to Dan about the influence of Jim Henson on his work, creating his own show and his thoughts on the commercial appeal of puppets.  After the interview, I talk about the…

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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout! – Disney California Adventure – Attraction Checklist #032

http://www.attractionchecklist.com – It’s time to experience the Marvel Universe in the Disney Parks as we explore Disney California Adventure’s Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout!  First we’ll learn a bit about the ride and then join Rocket Raccoon to help the Guardians of the Galaxy escape The Collector’s fortress. Recorded on June 27, 2017. The attraction audio recorded for this…

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Vintage 1970s Walt Disney World Country Bear Tray – Country Bear Collector Show #114

http://www.CBJCollector.com – This week we flash back to the 1970s and take a look at a vintage Walt Disney World tray featuring the 5 Bear Rugs from the Country Bear Jamboree.  Our host gives it a review and then delivers his patented ‘Paw Rating.’  Be sure to check out the Country Bear Collector Show Facebook Page over…

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2017 Disney Twenty Eight & Main Limited Edition Pin – Country Bear Collector Show #113

http://www.CBJCollector.com – Our host reviews a Limited Edition pin featuring Big Al that was released in August of 2017.  Our host gives it a review and then delivers his patented ‘Paw Rating.’  Be sure to check out the Country Bear Collector Show Facebook Page over at http://www.facebook.com/CountryBearCollector and let us know your thoughts on this item! PRODUCT INFORMATION 2017…

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Allan Trautman (Muppets, Jim Henson Company, Jungle Book) – Under The Puppet #7

http://www.UnderThePuppet.com – Allan Trautman has had a tremendous puppetry career which includes work with The Muppets, The Jim Henson Company and in feature films such as The Jungle Book.  We talk about his start on the show The Letter People, auditioning for projects and making the transition to director of Sid The Science Kid for The Jim…

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