Below The Frame with Matt Vogel
77 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Join Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performer Matt Vogel (Kermit the Frog, Big Bird, The Count, and others) as he talks in-depth with people in the Muppet Universe - from Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performers, to writers, wranglers, and more! Get tips and tricks-of-the-trade on how to improve your puppetry, too! All this, plus some special surprises on Below The Frame with Matt Vogel.
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EP#51: Music of Sesame Street (REWIND to November 16, 2017)
July 11, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel we’re rewinding to November 16, 2017. We were shooting Season 49 of Sesame Street and in this episode we’re in The Muppet Lounge talking about the Music of Sesame Street. The episode features Joe Hennes from ToughPigs, Vocal Musical Director and Composer Paul Rudolph, Jen Barnhart, Martin P. Robinson, and Alan Muroaka (who plays Alan on Sesame Street), and Pam Arciero singing “Jelly Man Kelly” along with Johnny K a...
EP#50: Character Inheritors, Part 3
July 04, 2024 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about the fun things they get to do as Muppet Performers? Well, that's what Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about this season, and in Part 3, Matt continues his discussion with Muppet Performers Bill Barretta (Dr. Teeth, Rowlf), Eric Jacobson (Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Grover), and Peter Linz (Ernie, Statler, Link Hogthrob) about the characters they've inherite...
EP#49: Character Inheritors, Part 2
June 27, 2024 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about the fun things they get to do as Muppet Performers? Well, that's what Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about this season, and on this episode, Matt continues his discussion with Muppet Performers Bill Barretta (Dr. Teeth, Rowlf), Eric Jacobson (Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Grover), and Peter Linz (Ernie, Statler, Link Hogthrob) about the characters they've in...
EP#48: Character Inheritors, Part 1
June 20, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about the fun things they get to do as Muppet Performers? Well, that's what Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about this season, and on this episode, Matt talks with Muppet Performers Bill Barretta (Dr. Teeth, Rowlf), Eric Jacobson (Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Grover), and Peter Linz (Ernie, Statler, Link Hogthrob) about the characters they've inherited, or taken o...
EP#47: More Sesame Street Characters/Q&A (REWIND to Nov. 2, 2017)
June 13, 2024 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel we’re rewinding to November 2, 2017 when we were shooting Season 49 of Sesame Street. We’re in The Muppet Lounge talking about again Sesame Street Characters and answering questions. This episode features Tyler Bunch, Peter Linz and the song Ladybug Picnic performed by Keith Olsen along with Johnny K and the Muppet Lounge Band. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https...
EP#46: The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland, Part 2
June 06, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBSend us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about the fun things they get to do as Muppet Performers? Well, that's what Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about this season, and on this episode, Matt continues his discussion with Joey Mazzarino and Stephanie D'Abruzzo about a feature film they all worked on together, 1999's The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland. Joey wrote the film and played the hilari...
EP#45: The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland, Part 1
May 30, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about the fun things they get to do as Muppet Performers? Well, that's what Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about this season, and on this episode, Matt talks with Joey Mazzarino and Stephanie D'Abruzzo about a feature film they all worked on together, 1999's The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland. Joey wrote the film and played the hilarious Bug, Stephanie ...
EP#44: Sesame Street Characters (REWIND to October 26, 2017)
May 23, 2024 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Bellow the Frame with Matt Vogel we’re rewinding to October 26, 2017 in the Muppet Lounge talking about the Sesame Street Characters. This episode features Pam Arciero, Carmen Osbahr, Frankie Cordero, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph…plus Carmen Osbahr singing the "I Love My Elbows" along with Johnny K and the Muppet Lounge Band. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT V...
Below the Frame EXTRA: Mahoning Message
May 21, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.58 MBSend us a Text Message. Muppet Performer Bill Barretta and his brother, Gene — The Barretta Brothers — asked me to send a message along for the Mahoning Drive-In’s Muppets Take Mahoning 2 Event…the result of which is somehow an ad for Below the Frame. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/ MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcomem...
EP#43: Two Crazy Weeks in May
May 16, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we go back to two crazy weeks in May 2023 when The Muppet Performers were doing publicity for The Muppets Mayhem and Kermit and Miss Piggy were appearing at the King's Coronation Concert in London. It was also when Matt was asked by his alma mater, Webster University's Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts, to deliver a commencement address and receive an honorary doctorate. It was a whirlwind couple of weeks and Ma...
EP#42: First Day on Sesame Street (REWIND to October 19, 2017)
May 09, 2024 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel we’re rewinding to October 19, 2017 in the Muppet Lounge and talking all about our First Day on Sesame Street. The episode features Tyler Bunch, Jen Barnhart, Martin P. Robinson, John Kennedy, Pam Arciero and Chris Knowings (plays Chris on Sesame Street) and “The Lonely N Song” performed by Johnny K and the Muppet Lounge Band. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https:/...
EP#41: Puppets That You Wear, Part 3
May 02, 2024 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Ever wonder what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about puppetry and Muppets? Well, that's what Season 3 of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about, and on this episode, we're talking with Martin P. Robinson (Mr. Snuffleupagus) and Noel MacNeal (Bear in the Big Blue House) along with Matt (Big Bird) about "Puppets That You Wear". We go pretty in-depth about this topic from the history of how we were cast in our roles ...
EP#40: Puppets That You Wear, Part 2
April 25, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Ever wonder what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about puppetry and Muppets? Well, that's what Season 3 of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about, and on this episode, we're talking with Martin P. Robinson (Mr. Snuffleupagus) and Noel MacNeal (Bear in the Big Blue House) along with Matt (Big Bird) about "Puppets That You Wear". We go pretty in-depth about this topic from the history of how we were cast in our roles ...
EP#39: Puppets That You Wear, Part 1
April 18, 2024 07:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Ever wonder what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about puppetry and Muppets? Well, that's what Season 3 of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about, and on this episode, we're talking with Martin P. Robinson (Mr. Snuffleupagus) and Noel MacNeal (Bear in the Big Blue House) along with Matt (Big Bird) about "Puppets That You Wear". We go pretty in-depth about this topic from the history of how we were cast in our roles ...
EP#38: Kermit at the Luck Reunion, Part 2
April 11, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame, we're continuing our discussion with Muppet Performer Bradley Freeman, Jr. and musician Lucas Ross about Kermit the Frog's recent appearance at Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion music festival near Austin, TX. In Part 1 (EP#37) we talked about how Kermit was invited to the Luck Ranch up to a very special rehearsal. This episode picks up with SHOW DAY! Want to hear all about it? Then it’s time to go...Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! W...
EP#37: Kermit at the Luck Reunion, Part 1
April 04, 2024 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On the Season 3 Premiere of Below the Frame, we're talking with Muppet Performer Bradley Freeman, Jr. and musician Lucas Ross about Kermit the Frog's recent appearance at Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion music festival near Austin, TX. This two-part episode begins with how Kermit was invited to the Luck Ranch up to a very special rehearsal! Want to hear all about it? Then it’s time to go...Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattV...
EP#36: Dave Goelz/Jerry Stories (Peter Linz)/"Be Positive"
March 09, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 87.1 MBSend us a Text Message. On the Season Finale of Below the Frame, I’m talking to legendary Muppet Performer Dave Goelz! We talk about how he snuck into CBS as a teenager, his job at HP, and well, Jim Henson and The Muppets, of course! We’ll also hear a story and song by Jerry Nelson! So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to go...Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VO...
EP#35: Matt Vogel/"Doubling"/NOT Puppets (Joey Mazzarino)
March 02, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 83.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m sitting in the hot seat and answering questions from my friend, Sesame Street Muppet Performer Stephanie D’Abruzzo! That’s right, it’s my turn to talk about where I grew up, how I became part of Sesame Street and the Muppets, and lots of other stuff you probably don't know! We’ll also be learning about “Doubling” in Television Puppetry, and will ask Joey Mazzarino a question about NOT puppets! All of that on th...
EP#34: John Tartaglia/Jerry Stories (John Kennedy)/"Drunk"
February 23, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to my friend, John Tartaglia! We’ll talk about how he got to Sesame Street, his many different projects on television and stage, and - of course, the brand new Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock series now streaming on AppleTV+! Plus, John Kennedy shares a memory and reads a story written by Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson, and we'll hear another Jerry Song as well! So, join us for this week's brand new Below...
EP#34: John Tartaglia/Jerry Stories (John Kennedy)/"Drunk"
February 23, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to my friend, John Tartaglia! We’ll talk about how he got to Sesame Street, his many different projects on television and stage, and - of course, the brand new Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock series now streaming on AppleTV+! Plus, John Kennedy shares a memory and reads a story written by Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson, and we'll hear another Jerry Song as well! So, join us for this week's brand new Below the Frame with Matt Voge...
EP#33: The Sesame Street Mentees 2/Injury Corner (Mike Quinn)/NOT Puppets (Fran Brill)
February 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking once again to the Sesame Street Mentees! We’ll meet the two newest members of our mentorship program and talk about what everyone has been up to since our last chat, as well as discuss POC issues that are present even in the world of television puppetry. We’ll also drop in to the Injury Corner and find out how Muppet Performer Mike Quinn was injured, and will ask Fran Brill another puppeteer a question...
Tyler Bunch/"Blue Skies"/NOT Puppets (Pam Arciero)
February 09, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On this encore 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. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://b...
EP#32: Jan Nelson/Jerry Stories (Fran Brill)/"Hoboken Honey"
February 02, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking with Jan Nelson, wife of the late Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson (The Count, Floyd Pepper, Robin, etc.)! We’ll hear how they met, what Jerry thought of Jim Henson (hint: he loved him), and so much more! Plus, we’ve got another Jerry Story read by Fran Brill and a Jerry Song (or two). Join us for a brand new Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRI...
EP#31: The Muppets Studio/Injury Corner (David Rudman)/NOT Puppets (Alice Dinnean)
January 26, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this updated episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to Leigh Slaughter and Michael Steinbach from The Muppets Studio! We'll hear how they landed with The Muppets, how important fan involvement is, where they see Kermit and the gang heading in the future, plus a previously unheard three minutes about the Adam F. Goldberg-led series, The Muppets Mayhem, coming to Disney+! We’ll also be visiting the Injury Corner to hear how Muppet Performer David ...
EP#30: Bruce Lanoil/Injury Corner (Frankie Cordero)/NOT Puppets (Noel MacNeal)
January 19, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to Muppet Performer Bruce Lanoil! We'll talk about family, how Bruce became a puppeteer, and the many, many projects he’s done over the years. We’ll also be paying yet another visit to the INJURY CORNER and hear how Sesame Street Muppet Performer Frankie Cordero was injured, and we'll ask Muppet Performer Noel MacNeal a question about NOT puppets! It's all on this week's Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!...
EP#29: David Rudman/Jerry Stories (Leslie Carrara-Rudolph)/"Daddy's Comin' Home"
January 12, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, I'm talking to my friend, David Rudman. David performs Cookie Monster and Baby Bear on Sesame Street and Scooter, Janice, Beaker and more for the Disney Muppets and I am so happy to have this opportunity to talk all about his life. We also have a memory of Jerry Nelson from Leslie Carrara-Rudolph (who reads a Jerry Story) and we hear a song I think was written by Jerry...but I'm not sure. It's all Below The Frame! ...
Michelle Hickey & Lara MacLean/"Monitors"
January 05, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On this encore episode of Below the Frame, Matt chats with Sesame Street wranglers Michelle Hickey and Lara MacLean about their jobs as wranglers on Sesame Street, a current list of live hand Sesame Street characters, and what one item they cannot do their job without. We also learn about how important "monitors" are in the world of television puppetry (hint: very important). WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https:/...
Eric Jacobson/"Good Eye Focus"/NOT Puppets (Ryan Dillon)
December 29, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBSend us a Text Message. On this encore episode 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! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube....
EP#28: Rollie Krewson/Injury Corner (Bruce Lanoil)/NOT Puppets (Louise Gold)
December 22, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame Matt is talking to Rollie Krewson! She builds puppets! Famous puppets! And lots of the iconic Sesame Street characters were built by Rollie! Plus, she reveals the secret of The Muppet Stitch! We’ll also pay another visit to the Injury Corner and ask a puppeteer a question about NOT Puppets! It's Below The Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe....
EP#27: Mike Quinn/"Headbands"/NOT Puppets (Bill Barretta)
December 15, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame, Matt's talking to Muppet Performer and Star Wars cast member Mike Quinn! They'll be talking Muppet Show, Star Wars, puppetry (of course) and a lot more! Plus, we’ll be learning about “Headbands” in puppetry and asking a Puppeteer about NOT puppets!It’s time to go...Below the Frame! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: htt...
EP#26: Debra Spinney/Jerry Stories (Dave Goelz)/"Zanzibar"
December 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBSend us a Text Message. On this week's episode of Below The Frame, I'm talking with the remarkable Debi Spinney! We learn all about Debi and find out a little of what see experienced alongside her dear Sesame Street Muppet Performer husband, Caroll Spinney - who, of course, played Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch! We’ll also hear a very special Jerry Story from Muppet Performer Dave Goelz, plus and a song, too (not from Dave, but from Jerry). WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVo...
EP#25: Frankie Cordero/"Awkward Positions"/NOT Puppets (Warrick Brownlow-Pike)
December 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, we talk to Sesame Street Muppet Performer Frankie Cordero (Rudy). We talk about growing up near Chicago, his mentors (including David Rudman) and a lot more! We also ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer Warrick Brownlow-Pike (Gonger) a question about NOT puppets. This episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel is brought to you by "Awkward Positions"! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIB...
John Kennedy/"Double-Stick Tape"/NOT Puppets (Bill Barretta)
November 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBSend us a Text Message. On this encore 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 Appl...
EP#24: Paul Rudolph/Jerry Stories (Fran Brill)/"Groovin' on Noah's Ark"
November 10, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 68 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame, Matt Vogel talks with Paul Rudolph - he’s the guy that helps the Sesame Street Muppet Performers sound as good as we do, and he is also married to one of the Sesame Street Muppet Performers. Hint: It’s Leslie Carrara-Rudolph! We’ll also hear a Jerry Story and song -- So, listen to this brand new episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://b...
EP#23: Noel MacNeal/Injury Corner (Ryan Dillon)/Not Puppets (Jennifer Barnhart)
November 03, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame we are talking with Muppet Performer and author, Noel MacNeal! And, yes, we’ll talk about Bear in the Big Blue House! Plus, we’ll be dropping by the "Injury Corner" and asking a puppeteer about NOT puppets! It’s that time again -- it’s time to go Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https:/...
EP#22: Alice Dinnean/"Cramped Spaces"/Not Puppets (Peter Linz)
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame, Matt chats with the multi-talented Alice Dinnean! She’s a puppeteer, she’s a writer, she’s a puppet captain, she’s an interior decorator! She does it all. Plus, we’ll be talking about “Cramped Spaces” and asking a puppeteer about NOT pupppets! All of that on this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT...
EP#21: Kirk Thatcher/Injury Corner (Alice Dinnean)/Not Puppets (Julianne Buescher)
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, we are talking with designer, writer, director, Kirk Thatcher! Kirk talks about his childhood, Leonard Nimoy and Star Trek, Jim Henson and The Muppets, and so much more! Plus, we’ll be debuting a new segment on the show today and asking a Puppeteer about NOT Puppets. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: htt...
EP#20: Joey Mazzarino/"Tall Shoes"/Not Puppets (John Kennedy)
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this episode of Below the Frame, Matt talks with one of his best friends, Muppet Performer Joey Mazzarino (Murray Monster) about his time at Sesame Street, his writing speed, and the band they were in together, The Mighty Weaklings. We'll also ask John Kennedy something about NOT puppets! This week's episode of Below the Frame is brought to you by Tall Shoes. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe...
EP#19: Louise Gold/Jerry Stories (Bill Barretta)/"I'll See You in My Dreams"
October 06, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On the Season 2 Premiere of Below the Frame, Matt talks with legendary Muppet Performer Louise Gold (Annie Sue) about how she got from acting on stage to puppeteering on The Muppet Show, the recent Netflix show Dark Crystal: Age of the Resistance, and more! Plus, Bill Barretta shares a Jerry Story and we hear Jerry sing "I'll See You in My Dreams". WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com...
Carmen Osbahr/Jerry Stories (Stephanie D'Abruzzo)/"Go Softly"
October 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat episode of Below the Frame, Matt talks with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Carmen Osbahr (Rosita, Ovejita) about her journey from Mexico all the way to Sesame Street. Matt also talks about friend and mentor, the late Jerry Nelson (The Count, Floyd Pepper, Robin, Herry Monster), Stephanie D'Abruzzo (Prairie Dawn) shares her memory of Jerry, and reads one of his stories. Matt also shares a song of Jerry's that you've never heard. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https...
Julianne Buescher/"Spatial Awareness"/Not Puppets (Jennifer Barnhart)
September 24, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat 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! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_...
The Sesame Street Mentees/"Yes, And..."/Not Puppets (John Kennedy)
September 17, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat 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...
Ryan Dillon/Jerry Stories (John Kennedy)/"Alligators"
September 10, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat 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...
Leslie Carrara-Rudolph/Jerry Stories (Carmen Osbahr)/"Stompin' on the East Side"
September 03, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 81.1 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat 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 WA...
Bill Barretta/"Good Lip Sync"/Not Puppets (Carmen Osbahr)
August 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat episode of Below the Frame, Matt chats—and laughs—with Muppet Performer Bill Barretta (Pepe the King Prawn, Bobo, Swedish Chef, Rowlf, Dr. Teeth) discussing working at Sesame Place, meeting Jim Henson, and his experience on Dinosaurs. We also talk about the importance of “good lip sync” in puppetry with Peter Linz (Ernie, Walter) and ask Carmen Osbahr (Rosita) a question about NOT puppets. Barretta Brothers Website: https://www.thebarrettabrothers.co...
Fran Brill/Jerry Stories (Martin P. Robinson)/"Bumble Bees"
August 20, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat 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 StreetMuppet 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. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: ht...
Peter Linz/"Live Hands"/Not Puppets (Fran Brill)
June 28, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBSend us a Text Message. On this repeat episode of Below the Frame, Matt sits down with Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performer, Peter Linz (Walter, Ernie, Herry Monster, Link Hogthrob, Joe the Legal Weasel) and learns about his dedication to learning monitor technique, having an audition for Sesame Street in New York while needing to be at rehearsals in Atlanta! We also learn about "live hands" in puppetry (thanks to a special google-eyed guest), and Matt asks Fran Brill (Prairie Dawn) a...
REWIND #7: "Finally a Finale!" (Mar. 22, 2017)
April 21, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBSend us a Text Message. On this week’s Below The Frame REWIND, we go back to Mar. 22, 2017 and the Season 1 Finale of Below The Frame called “Finally a Finale”. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Everyone’s exhausted during the show. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/ MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcomemattv MATT VOG...
REWIND #6: "Snow Day!" (Feb. 9, 2017)
April 14, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.9 MBSend us a Text Message. On this week’s Below The Frame REWIND, we go back to Feb. 9, 2017 and a “Snow Day” episode of Below The Frame. Swag, swag, and more swag! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/ MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcomemattv MATT VOGEL'S OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.mattvogel.com/
REWIND #5: "Two Spinneys No Waiting" (Feb. 2, 2017)
April 07, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBSend us a Text Message. On this week’s Below The Frame REWIND, we go back to Feb. 2, 2017 and a special episode of Below The Frame featuring Caroll & Debi Spinney titled “Two Spinneys No Waiting”! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/ MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/ MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcomemattv MATT VOGEL'S OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.mattvog...