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On the Season One finale of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, we hear from Muppet Performer Eric Jacobson (Miss Piggy, Grover, Fozzie, Bert, Animal) about what made him realize that he needed to work for The Muppets, what he learned from Frank Oz, and of course, we’ll talk about the many characters he plays. We also learn about "Good Eye Focus" and ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer Ryan Dillon (Elmo) a question about NOT puppets!

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On this episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, we talk to the members of the Sesame Street Mentorship Program (Tau Bennett, Austin Costello, Chris Thomas Hayes, Haley Jenkins, Kathy Kim, Spencer Lott, Megan Piphus).  Get to know the Mentees, what they've learned being a part of the program, and what they think you need to know to be a Sesame Street Muppet Performer.  We also learn about improvisation in puppetry and ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer John Kennedy (Mumford) a question about NOT puppets.

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On this episode of Below The Frame, Matt chats with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Warrick Brownlow-Pike (Gonger).  We talk about his drive to be a puppeteer from a very early age, doing a daily live television show for kids, finally making to Sesame Street, and Netflix's The Dark Crystal: The Age of Resistance.  We also hear a memory of a friend of Jerry Nelson's and get another Jerry Story and song.

Warrick's Website: https://brownlow-pike.co.uk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/warrickbp

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On this episode of Below the Frame Matt sits down with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Leslie Carrara-Rudolph (Abby Cadabby). They talk about Carol Burnett, Muppets Tonight, and how resilience is part of her life's journey. Carmen Osbahr (Rosita) shares her memory of late Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson and reads one of his stories. Plus, we hear Mr. Nelson performing one of his very own Jerry Stories.

Leslie's Website: https://www.lesliecarrara-rudolph.com

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On this episode of Below the Frame Matt talks with Muppet Performer Julianne Buescher (Yolanda, Beverly Plume).  They talk about her life as an introvert, moving to Hollywood and being an improvisor at Second City, and working on shows like Dinosaurs, Sesame Street, The Muppets and so much more!  We’ll also learn about "Spatial Awareness" in puppetry and ask Jennifer Barnhart a question about NOT puppets!

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On this week’s episode of Below the Frame, Matt sits down with Sesame Street Muppet Performer John Kennedy (Mumford). They talk about John’s interactions with Jim Henson, his puppetry books, and the fact that he’s always working.  We also learn a bit about the helpfulness of “Double-Stick Tape” and Muppet Performer Bill Barretta answers a question about NOT puppets.

John's website: http://puppetkit.com
Johnny K Band: https://www.johnnykband.com
Bean Ball on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bean-ball/id1522378984

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On this episode of Below the Frame, Matt talks with Emmy Award winning Sesame Street Muppet Performer Ryan Dillon (Elmo, Don Music, Lefty the Salesman) about puppetry at an early age, going away from Sesame Street, and the famous red monster he plays.  Plus, Sesame Street Muppet Performer John Kennedy shares his memory and reads a story written by Jerry Nelson. We also hear a great version of Jerry's song, "Alligators".

Ryan Dillon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/boomryandillon
Ryan Dillon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryandillonmuppeteer
The Idiot Club on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dillongaleidiots

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On this episode of Below the Frame Matt gets to talk with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Fran Brill!  We talk about her life as an actress, her first meeting with Jim Henson, and, of course, Prairie Dawn!  Plus, Sesame Street Muppet Performer Martin P. Robinson shares a memory and reads a "Jerry Story" and we listen to another song by the great Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson.

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On this episode of Below the Frame, Matt sits down with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Tyler Bunch (Louie) about growing up all over the country, performing puppets for The Disney Crew, monitor nights, and creating memorable characters.  We learn about the phrase "Blue Skies" and ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer Pam Arciero (Grundgetta) a question about NOT puppets.

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On this episode of Below the Frame, Matt talks with Muppet writer Jim Lewis about writing for Miss Piggy, collaboration with the Muppet Performers, and his family’s funeral home business.  Matt introduces Muppet Performer David Rudman who talks about Jerry Nelson and reads a "Jerry Story".  We also hear a song recorded live at a jam up at Jerry’s house on Cape Cod.

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