Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!

In this episode, we talk with puppeteer, writer, and director David Skelly. David's journey began at The Jim Henson Company, where he honed his puppetry skills as a puppet builder on projects like The Muppet Christmas Carol and Sesame Street. He then transitioned to Pixar, where he contributed as a story developer and art director on beloved films like Toy Story 2, Monsters, Inc., and Cars. He has also puppeteered with The Muppets, and he's directed for The Jim Henson Company, Cartoon Network's The High Fructose Adventures of Annoying Orange, and DreamWorks projects. Most recently, he co-developed Max & the Midknights for Nickelodeon.

Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!

Join us as we chat with writer and producer Michael Poryes, the mastermind behind a number of iconic series! Michael co-created the hit Disney Channel shows That's So Raven and Hannah Montana, shaping a generation of viewers. He also created Life with Boys on YTV and Home Sweet Rome! on Max. Tune in as Michael discusses his career, the challenges and triumphs of creating teen television, the inside scoop on his beloved shows, and the lasting impact they've had on pop culture. Get ready for a fun, nostalgic, and insightful conversation that's sure to bring back some great memories!

Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!

On this episode, we speak with the incredibly talented puppeteer, Tracie Mick! Tracie has brought characters to life for Disney stage shows like Playhouse Disney Live!, Bear in the Big Blue House Live!, and even contributed her puppetry skills to Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering projects. Tracie has also worked on Sesame Street, puppeteering for various episodes, specials, and even the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Tracie discusses the art of puppetry, the process of bringing characters to life, and the behind-the-scenes stories from her incredible career.

In this episode of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we are joined by Steve Roslonek, better known in the children's music scene as SteveSongs! Steve shares stories from his beginnings with a capella group The Vineyard Sound, his years appearing on PBS Kids as Mr. Steve, performing at a wide variety of live events and so much more!

In this episode of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we discuss puppetry, animatronics and more with British master puppeteer, David Barclay! David, a true master of his craft, shares his incredible experiences working on iconic films like Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, where he helped bring to life the beloved Yoda and the formidable Jabba the Hutt. Beyond Star Wars, David has graced the screens with his talents in numerous films, including those from The Jim Henson Company and The Muppets. He also shares insights into the evolution of puppetry, from traditional techniques to the cutting-edge advancements in animatronics. David also has an autobiography about his life and career, titled My Life With Animatronics. Movies, Puppets and Beyond, coming out later in February!

Get ready to jump into a world of puppetry and voiceover with Australian puppeteer and voice actor Adam Kronenberg! Adam's best known role is performing Dumpster the Cat in the beloved children's series Raggs. He also lent his voice to the English dub of Ketchup: Cats Who Cook and performed Fidget on Bambaloo and Squidge on Pipsqueaks. Get ready for a delightful conversation with Adam and maybe a cameo from Dumpster himself!

Get ready to dive into the world of on-camera acting and voice acting with the incredibly talented Daniel Ross! As an on-camera actor, he is known for his roles in HBO's The Wire and portraying Kyle in the Ninjas vs. Zombies films. In voiceover, Daniel is one of the voices of iconic Disney character Donald Duck and has also been the voice of Lucky the Leprechaun for Lucky Charms, Grimace for McDonald's and Starscream in the Transformers video games. Don't miss this unforgettable conversation with Daniel!

In this episode, we're joined by the delightful Dennisha Pratt, best known for her beloved role as one of the hosts of the Sprout morning block, The Sunny Side Up Show. Dennisha shares heartwarming stories from her time on the show, including behind-the-scenes glimpses and the lasting impact it had on her life and career. We'll also explore her diverse journey, from her guest appearance on The Wiggles' Apples & Bananas album and video to her film work in movies like Suicide Squad, The Benefactor and Paranoia. Plus, Dennisha talks about her continued passion for inspiring young minds as the host of Wonder and Shine and her work as a children's author. It's a conversation filled with joy, laughter, and a whole lot of sunshine!

Get ready for a delightful dive into the world of puppetry with the incredibly talented Greg Ballora, a master puppeteer whose work consists of films like RoboCop 2, The Flintstones, Stuart Little 2 and Spider-Man 2 and series like The Adventures of Timmy the Tooth and Greg the Bunny. Greg shares stories from his experiences working with The Muppets, his time as puppet captain on Crash & Bernstein, and so much more. He is also the husband of past guest, Kristin Charney!

In this episode, we welcome the legendary Fred Garbo, a performer whose career spans decades and continents. From his iconic role as Barkley on Sesame Street, including unforgettable moments like Follow That Bird and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, to his Broadway performance and touring with Foolsfire, Fred shares stories from a life dedicated to entertainment. We'll also delve into his innovative work with the late Tony Montanaro and explore the unique world of Fred Garbo's Inflatable Theater Company! Prepare to be amazed by the incredible journey of this multi-talented performer.