A Magical Journey with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph: Behind the Scenes of Sesame Street, Muppets, and Personal Triumphs

The Bad Chess Podcast

Join me as we journey into the whimsical and inspiring world of Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, the magical hand behind Sesame Street's Abby Cadabby. Our conversation takes you through the colorful streets of Muppet projects and how Leslie expertly breathes life into her enchanting characters. This episode promises to unveil the behind-the-scenes magic and share secrets on how a Leslie works to inspire young hearts and adults alike.
Our adventure goes beyond puppetry, as we dive into Leslie's beautiful chaos, the arts, and her unique take on fashion. We explore the perspective of this talented actress, from the charming story of her plastic reindeer companion to her deep connection with her character Lolly Lardpop. We also traverse through her challenges with anxiety and perception processing disorder, and how these have shaped her journey to stardom.
Wrapping up this enchanting ride, we chat about Leslie's upcoming show at Green Room 42. So, join us on this vibrant and magical journey with Leslie Carrera Rudolph, and be ready to be inspired, amused, and enlightened.

Chapters

1. A Magical Journey with Leslie Carrara-Rudolph: Behind the Scenes of Sesame Street, Muppets, and Personal Triumphs (00:00:00)

2. Interview With Leslie Carrera Rudolph (00:00:08)

3. Arts, Muppets, and Child Development (00:07:50)

4. Subway Encounter With Crazy Bag Lady (00:23:03)

5. The Journey of Lolli Lardpop (00:37:55)

6. Working With Puppets in Entertainment Industry (00:51:00)

7. Puppetry and Character Development (00:57:51)

8. Sesame Street and Upcoming Show Discussion (01:09:57)

9. Sag After Discount and Birthday Surprise (01:18:09)