Best Fraggle Talk Podcasts (2024)

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 208, All Work and All Play 58:10

11d ago58:10

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In which Cotterpin Doozer runs away to become a Fraggle. PLUS: Do Doozers have a concept of ‘naked’? The (totally unnecessary) Lippizaner Stallion Tangent. What is a cotterpin? Morgendorffer/Belcher 2024. Why does Wingnut need to wax the dog? Featuring special guest Wendell Britt!

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Episode 55: Follow That Bird! 43:40

4d ago43:40

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This week on Puppet Masters of None, the boys review the first ever Sesame Street full length theatrical film, Follow That Bird! This 1985 classic was important for many reasons, including Jim Henson and Richard Hunt's last Muppet big screen performances. While many look back on this film with fond memories, it just might surprise you what the Pupp…

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Episode 54: Eric 41:36

11d ago41:36

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And now for something completely different. This week the Masters of None take a look at the brand-new puppet Netflix mini-series, Eric. After previous guest, Beccy Henderson, told us she had worked on it, we knew this thing was going to be special. We did not anticipate just how out of our normal realm of puppet content we would find ourselves. Th…

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Episode 53: Jim Henson: Idea Man 39:34

18d ago39:34

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Alert Alert! A brand-new Jim Henson documentary just dropped on Disney Plus! CALL IN THE REINFORCEMENTS!!! This week the Puppet Masters of none are joined by none other than our best friends in the whole wide podcasting world: What the Muppet's Briah and James! Together we deep dive into Ron Howard's latest film Jim Henson: Idea Man. We couldn't th…

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Episode 52: Weinerville, Interview with Marc Weiner 28:29

27d ago28:29

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Oh well, welcome to Weinerville! OOOOOOOHHHHHHH. If you were a child of the 90's you know the dulcet tones of Dottie introducing Weinerville very well. And guess what? YOU CANHERE THEM RIGHT HERE ON PUPPET MASTERS OF NONE!!! This week we are joined by the legend himself, none other than creator, puppeteer and host of Weinerville, Marc Weiner!!! Lis…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 207, Mokey and the Minstrels 47:52

27d ago47:52

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We review episode 7 of season 2, “Mokey and the Minstrels,” in which Mokey… well, joins the Minstrels! PLUS: Cantus is back! Is Brool a veteran? Mokey’s robe modification. Why no postcard scene? The Minstrels are snoring in harmony! Mokey confirmed Burnt Out Gifted Student.

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Episode 51: Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Part 3: Interview with Hup Puppeteer, Victor Yerrid 41:20

1M ago41:20

41:20

ANOTHER Dark Crystal Age: of Resistance Episode??? Of course, because this week have the great privilege of sitting down with Henson Puppeteer Victor Yerrid! Victor is of course the Puppeteer and Voice of fan favorite character (or at least Ben's favorite character) Hup! This was such a fun interview to do, and we are so excited we got the chance t…

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Episode 50: The Great Muppet Caper 48:40

1M ago48:40

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50 episodes?!?! Holy mackerel! Here it is folks, the great Muppet debate you've all be waiting for! Is The Great Muppet Caper truly the greatest Muppet movie ever made or does it really belong on it's less than stellar position on the Space to Carol spectrum? For their one-year anniversary, Ben and Will attempt to answer that very question! Join th…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 206, Boober's Dream 1:00:01

1M ago1:00:01

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In which we meet Sidebottom, and Boober must learn how to either live with him or stay awake forever. PLUS: It’s the episode where we all say “****!” What does it mean to dream about red-and-white striped socks? Wembley’s noises! Flying dreams! Is there an official spelling of “Whoopi/e/e”? More naps in public spaces! Getting nerdy about IFS therap…

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Episode 49: Fraggle Rock, Part 4: Interview with Junior Gorgo Puppeteers Ben Durocher and Dan Garza 50:01

2M ago50:01

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Yet another Fraggle rock episode??? Well yes! And this one's the best! This week on Puppet Masters of None, the guys had the great pleasure of interviewing not just one but BOTH puppeteers portraying the character of Junior Gorg on Fraggle Rock, Back to the Rock! Join Ben and Will as they get the inside scoop on all things Fraggle from professional…

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Episode 48: Star Wars, Part 1: The Original Trilogy 46:42

2M ago46:42

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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, 2 former puppeteers joined forces to record a podcast all about the puppets in everyone's favorite space epic Star Wars! Join the Puppet Masters of None as they discuss all the ins and outs of the practical puppet effects in the original trilogy! From Yoda, to Jaba, to R2D2 and everyone in between find out…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 205, Uncle Matt Comes Home 1:02:13

2M ago1:02:13

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ToughPigs’ Katilyn Miller joins us to review “Uncle Matt Comes Home,” in which Gobo and Traveling Matt try to find the legendary Crystal Cavern. PLUS: Have we all been in Doc’s closet the whole time? Gillis Fraggle is here! Is a radish meringue cake like a pavlova? Matt’s mustache mech. What happens if you cross a Furby with a Bratz doll? Gobo’s “I…

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Episode 47: The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Part 2: Interview with Deet Puppeteer, Beccy Henderson 32:39

2M ago32:39

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Oh. My. Gosh! Have we got an episode for you! This week on Puppet Masters of None, the boys got the great honor of sitting down and chatting with Jim Henson company puppeteer, Beccy Henderson, better known as Deet from the Emmy award winning Netflix series, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance! And what a time it was! Join us as we learn all about w…

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Episode 46: The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Part 1 48:35

2M ago48:35

48:35

Woooo buddy! Two Henson Company 80's reboots in 1 month?! Yessir! This week the Puppet Masters of None FINALLY take an indepth look at the 2019 Netflix series The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Set generations before the Gelfling heroes Gem and Kira would make the crystal whole again, this prequel series takes the audience on an epic journey of h…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 204, Red's Sea Monster 1:09:36

2M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

Red befriends the Last of the Lily Creatures but no one believes her. PLUS: Seaweed research time! Gaslighting vs Casslighting. The subjectivity of rock beetles. We demand Marlon’s Monster Museum T-shirts! It was only a matter of time before we referenced the Folgers commercial.

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Episode 45: Puppet History: Bunraku 37:10

3M ago37:10

37:10

And now for something completely different...This week Ben and Will dive into our second P-MoN installment of PUPPET HISTORY! For the first episode in this illustrious series, the Puppet Masters will be talking about the venerated Japanese style of puppetry known as Bunraku! From its deep historical roots and connection with Kabuki Theatre to moder…

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Episode 44: Fraggle Rock, Part 3: Back to the Rock 38:23

3M ago38:23

38:23

Dance your cares away! The Puppet Masters of None are back yet AGAIN with another episode on the iconic series Fraggle Rock! This week, however, we will be taking a look at the new Apple TV+ reboot, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock. Just how faithful is this new version of the series? Are the new sets, puppets, and puppeteers as good as we remember? …

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 203, The Trash Heap Doesn't Live Here Anymore 39:14

3M ago39:14

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In our latest FRAGGLE TALK: CLASSIC, we review episode 3 of season 2, “The Trash Heap Doesn’t Live Here Anymore,” in which Philo and Gunge recruit Wembley and Boober to help Marjory through some big changes. PLUS: Doc goes full Mr. Wizard. Forsoothian Gorgs! Fraggles = Hobbits? The Dark Souls II Gender-Swap Coffin-Toolshed. Wheelbarrow naps! The ma…

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Episode 43: The Muppet Show: Sex and Violence 45:20

3M ago45:20

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Sex and Violence? The Muppets? What the heck is going on here!? That's exactly what Jim wants you to think! This week on Puppet Masters of None, Ben and Will take a deep dive into the pilot episode of the iconic Muppet Show with the 1975 special The Muppets: Sex and Violence. Join us as we take a look at some early iterations of our favorite Muppet…

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Episode 42: PMoN Uncut: Interview with Matthew Laird 55:47

3M ago55:47

55:47

Helloooo everybody! Today we have another UNCUT episode of Puppet Masters of None for you all! This week Ben and Will got the great pleasure of sitting down with puppet builder and fabricator extraordinaire, Matthew "Viking" Laird. If you ever wondered what it was like to be a professional builder for TV, movies and theme parks, this is the episode…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 202, Boober Rock 1:04:33

3M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Doc’s workshop has become Full House. Sometimes noise too much! Red’s diss track. DO NOT INHALE BLEACH. Gary the Face-Harp Guy. Obligatory Kermit tangent. The cultural significance of Whoopie. The Storyteller returns! The Caves of Executive Dysfunction. Poetry is the hero of this episode! Hermit Eric from Boy Meets World.…

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Episode 41: Ghostbusters (1984) 44:15

3M ago44:15

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Who ya gonna call!? GHOSTBUSTERS!!! This week on Puppet Master's of None, the boys get ready for the release of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire by going back to the 1984 original movie that started it all. Before the days of composited computer animation, all those screaming, slimy ghosts were of course some pretty sweet puppets. From Slimer to the Sta…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 201, Wembley's Egg 54:40

4M ago54:40

54:40

We’re back with season 2! Fraggle Tumblr vs Fraggle DSM5. Could this egg fit two human babies? The Dogma tangent. Sprocket walked so the Curiosity Mars Rover could run. Does this species of bird share a common ancestor with giraffes?

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Episode 40: H. R. Pufnstuf 39:55

4M ago39:55

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Who's your friend when things get rough?! This week on Puppet Masters of None, Ben and Will dive deep into the history of the 1969 classic children's television series H. R. Pufnstuf. From the creative minds of Sid and Marty Kroft, Pufnstuf tells the story of Jimmy and his magic flute friend, Freddy as they try to find their way home from an island…

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Episode 39: Little Shop of Horrors Part 2: Interview with Puppeteer Teddy Yudain 38:35

4M ago38:35

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Boy, have we got a special episode for you! This week Will has the great pleasure of interviewing current off-Broadway Little Shop of Horrors puppeteer, Teddy Yudain! Listen in as Will gets the inside scoop on what it's like to be a professional puppeteer performing the most iconic Theatre puppet of all time, Audrey II! Join us as we learn about Te…

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Episode 38: Little Shop of Horrors Part 1: 1986 Film 48:54

4M ago48:54

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On the 23rd day of the month of February, 3 puppet nerds got together to discuss...one of the greatest movie musicals of all time! Join the Puppet Masters of None along with special guest, fabricator Rob Cutler, as we dive deep into the history, special effects and giant, man-eating puppets of Frank Oz's 1986 classic film, Little Shop of Horrors! L…

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Episode 37: McDonaldland 40:18

4M ago40:18

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Do you believe in magic? Well at one point, McDonald's did! This week on Puppet Masters of None, Ben and Will discuss the iconic characters of McDonald's advertising campaign, McDonaldland. From Grimace, to The Hamburglar to the legendary clown himself, Ronald McDonald and friends brought so much joy and happiness to millions of kids in the later h…

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Episode 36: Puppet History: Mr. Punch 39:26

5M ago39:26

39:26

OHH JUUUUUDY! This week Ben and Will dive head first into the very first P-MoN installment of PUPPET HISTORY! For the first episode in this illustrious series, the Puppet Masters will be talking about everyone's favorite British hand puppet, Mr. Punch! From its roots in Italian Commedia Dell'arte, to an English seaside staple, join us as we trace t…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Bonus episode! Season 1 Wrap-Up 1:32:28

5M ago1:32:28

1:32:28

We’re wrapping up season 1 with overall impressions so far, listener questions, and Becca Petunia stops by for a mini episode of “Hubba Wha?!” Hear Adam’s theories for season 2, and how we’d make the world a little Gorglier and more… Doozery? Doozerish? Doozerian?

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Episode 35: Where the Wild Things Are 40:02

5M ago40:02

40:02

Let the wild rumpus start! This week on Puppet Masters of None, Ben and Will dissect a great film based on an amazing book, 2009's Where the Wild Things Are. Join the conversation as we discuss our takes on this live action adaptation of the beloved children's classic. Does it hold up to the book? How did they manage to re-create real life versions…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 124, The New Trash Heap in Town 1:35:38

5M ago1:35:38

1:35:38

How much does Google weigh? Tuberous vegetable discussion time! Do Fraggles have doctors? How did Traveling Matt get to Australia? Let Marjory knit! Fancasting the Hairy-Chested Batworm. The different flavors of Mokey + Power. The script idea that (thank goodness) never was. The Fraggles can have a little religion, as a treat. With special guest Jo…

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Episode 34: Howard the Duck 43:17

5M ago43:17

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Hoooo, buddy, do we have a foul one for you. This week Ben and Will take a bird's eye view of the 1986 egg-celent masterpiece , Howard the Duck. Join us as we wing it and figure out what the duck we just watched while breaking down all the actors, puppets and effects in this quack-y film. As always the Masters of none will keep you a-breast of all …

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Episode 33: MirrorMask 38:51

6M ago38:51

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"I'm a very important man. I have a tower." This week, Ben and Will review the 2005 Jim Henson Company fantasy film, MirrorMask. This strange and trippy movie was penned by famed writer and storyteller Neil Gaiman and directed by artist Dave McKean. Join us as we enter this bizarre CGI world and try to make sense of a rather...interesting plot. The…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 123, The Beast of Blue Rock 1:13:46

6M ago1:13:46

1:13:46

Doc has your grandma’s crockery. Peak '80s Dad fashions. What is the Doozer Equinox? This trio of wemblers defends wembling! The introduction of Large Marvin! Limbo-ing hype rats, swimming Fraggles, and Extra Beings. Yeet the puppet (serious). How many times will Adam get fired before the end of the episode? With special guest Jarrod Fairclough.…

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Episode 32: Jurassic Park, Part 2 27:23

6M ago27:23

27:23

"Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should" In today's episode of Puppet Master's of None the Puppet Masters continue to discuss Will's all-time favorite movie, Jurassic Park. Join us for the second installment of our ultra-special two-part episode where we dive deep into the sounds…

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Episode 31: Jurassic Park, Part 1 38:26

6M ago38:26

38:26

Life...uh...finds a way...in today's episode when the Puppet Masters discuss Will's all-time favorite movie, Jurassic Park. Join us for the first installment of our ultra-special two-part episode where we dive deep into the history, effects, and of course, puppets, of this 1993 classic. This week Ben gets to sit back and enjoy along with listeners …

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Episode 30: The Muppet Christmas Carol 47:55

6M ago47:55

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For the Christmas extravaganza, Ben and Will are revisiting not only the great Christmas movie of all time, but arguably the greatest movie of all time: The Muppet Christmas Carol. Those of you familiar with the show will know just how highly we hold this movie as the top of our Space to Carol scale. Today we shall take a deep dive into the history…

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Episode 29: A Muppet Family Christmas 56:02

6M ago56:02

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For those of you who need a little Christmas, have we got a show for you! Once again, we are joined by our friends from the What the Muppet podcast to discuss a classic Muppet Christmas special, A Muppet Family Christmas! What a better time to discuss a special that's all about family coming together, than coming together with our own little Muppet…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 122, Mokey's Funeral 1:13:23

7M ago1:13:23

1:13:23

Sprocket finally sets some boundaries. Why are you a person if you’ve never built a boat? Garlic gumdrops as a metaphor for conflicting accessibility needs? Defining the music genre “Fragglecore.” Hiccup lore. Do Fraggles know what ice is? Junior goes full Elmer Fudd. The Official and Serene Holy Gorg Toot to the Dead! Special guest: JD Hansel of T…

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Episode 28: PMoN Uncut: Interview with creator and puppeteer Chris Lilly 57:26

7M ago57:26

57:26

The Puppet Masters are back from break with a brand new UNCUT episode! This week Ben and Will have the absolute pleasure of interviewing creator, theater owner and puppeteer extraordinaire, Chris Lilly! Chris is the creator of the children's puppet theatre, Sassafrasss Junction and the web series Starship Sassafrass as well as a creative partner an…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 121, Gobo's Discovery 51:00

7M ago51:00

51:00

Why and how is Doc making freeze-dried erasers? Are dog whiskers like cat whiskers? Look, Fraggle family trees are confusing. Fandom Corner has feelings about SuperWhoLock. Professor Adam teaches us about air elementals.

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Episode 27: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial 34:11

7M ago34:11

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This week on Puppet Masters of None, the guys chat about the 1982 classic sci-fi film, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Join the puppet masters as Will and Ben go head to head on whether or not this is one of the most terrifying films to ever grace the big screen. From puppetry, to flying bikes, to random astronaut suits, this episode truly has somethin…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 120, The Garden Plot 1:08:06

8M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

With special guest, ToughPigs’ Ryan Roe! Doc & Sprocket = Pinky & the Brain? Someone please write fanfiction of Jareth kidnapping Junior Gorg so he can become best friends with Ludo! How do the Gorgs have dynamite? Introducing B-list Batman villain Pumpkin Face.

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Episode 26: Howdy Doody 26:26

8M ago26:26

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Hey Kids! What time is it??? PUPPET MASTERS OF NONE REVIEW OF HOWDY DOODY! This week the PMoN gang did something that almost never happens. We sat down and watched a puppet show both Ben and Will had never seen. And boy was it...something. Join us as we give our fresh-eyed take on one of the most famous children's television shows to ever grace the…

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Episode 25: PMoN Uncut: The College Years 42:37

8M ago42:37

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This week, the Puppet Masters of None bring you the very first in their Puppet Masters of None: UNCUT series. Due to various life events, the puppeteers had very little time to record and edit a usual episode. Instead, we bring you an unedited conversation discussing what it was like going to school to become a professional puppeteer. Inspired by q…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 119, The Great Radish Famine 43:14

8M ago43:14

43:14

Jerry Juhl Appreciation Hour! Is there a car mileage conversion conspiracy? Tiny hype-rat pajamas! That time that Beth tried to make real edible Doozer sticks. Doozers say trans rights! Mokey finally steps up. Beware the Ark of the Shimmelfinney!

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Episode 24: Muppets Haunted Mansion 44:49

8M ago44:49

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Welcome, foolish mortals, to the haunted mansion! For our final spooky season episode, we have a real treat for you all! This week our incredibly talented friends from the What the Muppet? podcast join us for a spook-tactular good time as we review the Muppets 2021 Halloween special, Muppets Haunted Mansion! Briah, James, Will and Ben discuss this …

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Episode 23: The Witches (1990) 46:57

8M ago46:57

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This week the Puppet Masters of None continue their discussion of spooky-scary kids movies with the 1990 Jim Henson fantasy film, The Witches. From the mind of master storyteller, Roald Dahl , this truly terrifying tale of a boy battling the Grand High Witch has been the fuel of nightmares for generations of children. Often considered to be Henson'…

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Fraggle Talk: Classic - Episode 118, The Minstrels 56:23

8M ago56:23

56:23

With special guest Grant Harding! Living with Doc is like living with a toddler. Fraggle pajamas! Brool lives! P!nk: the Cantus of our times. Foreshadowing season 4 cactus people. The return of Junior Gorg’s radish onesie!

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Episode 22: Return to Oz 50:59

9M ago50:59

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For the first time ever, the Puppet Master wives, Sarah and Ellie, join Ben and Will for the first in a Spooky-Scary series! This week we take a look at the truly terrifying 1980's film Return to Oz. This not-so-sequal to the 1939 MGM classic is one of the most divisive films ever discussed on PMoN. The puppet masters and their partners talk all ab…

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