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Remember when Gonzo captured your heart with his off-the-wall antics (he did to me anyway!), or how "Muppet Babies" fuelled your childhood imagination? This episode is a cozy trip down memory lane, where I'll share my own cherished moments with the Muppets, those wacky creations of Jim Henson that have left an indelible mark on our lives. Recounting some of Muppet history, from their quirky inception to their Hollywood walk of fame, all through the eyes of someone who grew up with their TV shows on a CRT TV and "Muppet Weird Stuff" on VHS.
With a laugh and a hint of nostalgia, we'll explore why characters like Gonzo resonated with me [us] on a level deeper than just slapstick humour and how the Muppets managed to hold a mirror to our own world, reflecting its joys and oddities.
Listen as we discuss the impact of "The Muppet Show," the charm of "Muppet Treasure Island," and even the less-appreciated "Muppets from Space."
So, pull up a chair, and let's celebrate the enduring appeal of Henson's colourful cast, still teaching us to find humour in our humanity and the courage to be unapologetically ourselves.
Support the show
Please remember to check out my website /social media, and support me if you feel you can.
Subscribe
www.stephenspeak.com
Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook Thanks!
Send us a text
Remember when Gonzo captured your heart with his off-the-wall antics (he did to me anyway!), or how "Muppet Babies" fuelled your childhood imagination? This episode is a cozy trip down memory lane, where I'll share my own cherished moments with the Muppets, those wacky creations of Jim Henson that have left an indelible mark on our lives. Recounting some of Muppet history, from their quirky inception to their Hollywood walk of fame, all through the eyes of someone who grew up with their TV shows on a CRT TV and "Muppet Weird Stuff" on VHS.
With a laugh and a hint of nostalgia, we'll explore why characters like Gonzo resonated with me [us] on a level deeper than just slapstick humour and how the Muppets managed to hold a mirror to our own world, reflecting its joys and oddities.
Listen as we discuss the impact of "The Muppet Show," the charm of "Muppet Treasure Island," and even the less-appreciated "Muppets from Space."
So, pull up a chair, and let's celebrate the enduring appeal of Henson's colourful cast, still teaching us to find humour in our humanity and the courage to be unapologetically ourselves.
Support the show
Please remember to check out my website /social media, and support me if you feel you can.
Subscribe
www.stephenspeak.com
Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook Thanks!