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Doing it Right: The Stories that Make UsCarey Stinson Consults Bar Industry | Ep.171 - Doing it Right!Carey Stinson has been working in the hospitality industry since he was seventeen. Today, Carey dedicates his time to consulting, training and educating within the bar industry. His extensive knowledge and skills are in great demand as he helps owners run a successful business and trains those who aspire to become skilled bartenders.Tune in - Monday, 12:30PM Central to hear Carey’s journey into advising establishments in opening their bars, staying updated on contemporary mixology trends, mastering the art of crafting impeccable drinks, and making informed choices for a well-stocked bar.Top Takeaways:1: Wh...
2024-01-0832 min
Your World of CreativityAndrew Chan, author "Why Mariah Carey Matters"When it comes to Mariah Carey, star power is never in doubt. She has sold hundreds of millions of albums and cut more chart-topping hits than any other solo artist—ever. And she has that extraordinary five-octave vocal range. But there is more to her legacy than eye-popping numbers.Why Mariah Carey Matters examines the creative evolution and complicated biography of a true diva, making the case that, despite her celebrity, Carey’s musicianship and influence are insufficiently appreciated. A pioneering songwriter and producer, Carey pairs her vocal gifts with intimate lyrics and richly layered sonic details. In th...
2023-08-2827 min
Purple RoadsPurple Roads 107 | Lindsay Munroe | Family Music ArtistChildren's Music Artist Lindsay Munroe joins Carey for a chat on her new album with Raffi "Frogs & Birds | Songs of Kindness". Lindsay is a recording artist signed to Raffi’s label Troubadour Music. With a lovely and engaging voice, Lindsay’s songs of kindness uplifts and delights kids, parents and educators. Her award winning album I Am Kind was released in 20
2022-12-1550 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads 106 | Sarah Vernon Swartz | Barney Body ActorGreat stories from the Purple Road (Barney's Colorful World) with Barney Body actor Sarah Vernon Swartz as she stops by to chat with Carey. Laughter, a few tears and lots of great stories on this colorful episode of Purple Roads!
2022-06-211h 02Purple RoadsPurple Roads 105 | Joseph Neville | Educator & MusicianSinger/Songwriter/Teacher Joseph Neville joins Purple Roads for a chat with Carey on Teaching Music to Kids, life as a working musician and about a cool program he is a part of called Amplify817.
2022-06-121h 01Purple RoadsPurple Roads 104 | Jenn Cleary | Family Music ArtistAward winning Family Music Artist Jenn Cleary joins Purple Roads. Jenn chats with Carey about her career in music, be able to perform live again and her brand new Children's Album Happy Day!
2022-06-1257 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads 103 | Bruce "Buve" Harmon | Camera Operator | Barney & Friends"Buve" stops by Purple Roads! Beloved camera operator Bruce "Buve" Harmon from Barney & Friends chats with Carey about his time working on Barney & Friends, Radio City Music Hall, Hacky Sack and so so much more!Purple Roads is also available on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcast and anywhere else you find your Favorite Podcast!Follow Purple Roads on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PurpleRoadsP......YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PurpleRoadsPo......Instagram: @purpleroadspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/roadspurple...Tik Tok: @purpleroadsPatreon: www.patreon.com/purpleroadsCheck P...
2022-04-291h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads 102 | Naomi Wilkinson | Television HostNaomi Wilkinson Children's Television Host for over twenty years on Milkshake! to CBBC chats with Carey about her amazing career, children's television and the Dino Dance!Follow Naomi Wilkinson
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Doing it Right: The Stories that Make UsFocus on What You’re Doing: Carey Stinson, Host Purple Roads | Ep. 131 - Doing it Right!Do you remember the song from Barney & Friends? “I love you, you love me, we’re a happy family.” Carey Stinson, the purple dinosaur on Barney & Friends, shares how he created Purple Roads podcast featuring other famous guests from all over the children’s entertainment industry. We had a wiggly good time celebrating the 100th anniversary show highlighting his friend, the Blue Wiggle – Anthony Field. Carey has inspiring stories of traveling around the world as Barney - going to hospitals and helping kids. The idea for Purple Roads was to capture Inspiring conversations with The Biggest Children’s Television P...
2022-04-1833 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads 101 | Tony James | Out Of The BoxFrom Stomp to Out Of The Box lots of great stories with Tony James! Carey and Tony chat about life in the children's entertainment universe. Fun episode with laughter and lots of wonderful memories.
2022-04-071h 11Purple RoadsPurple Roads 100 | Anthony Field "Blue Wiggle" | The WigglesWe are having a Wiggly Time on the 100th episode of Purple roads with the Blue Wiggle Anthony Field. Lots of stories on Carey & Anthony touring together, where the Wiggles get started and what they are up to today PLUS a tour of The Wiggles Studio!
2022-04-0759 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ninety Nine | Deborah Cole "Emma" | Barney & FriendsDeborah Cole "Emma" from Barney & Friends joins Purple Roads to laugh, chat and talk about her days on Barney & Friends with Carey. Wonderful memories, beautiful stories and working in a hot air balloon!
2022-03-281h 02Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ninety Eight | Stan Tucker | The Very Airy LibraryInspiring episode of Purple Roads with Author, Host of The Very Airy Library and Founder of Leap For Literacy. Great conversation with Carey and Stan on his wonderful organization that is getting books to kids that can't afford books and helping any kid become an author.
2022-03-281h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ninety Seven | Stephanie D'Abruzzo | HelpstersPurple Roads welcomes Tony Nominee for Avenue Q Stephanie D'Abruzzo to the show. Great conversation when Stephanie joins Carey for a chat about her amazing career and the world of children's entertainment.
2022-03-281h 08Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ninety Six | Makayla Martin "Kami" | Barney & FriendsMakayla Martin "Kami" from Barney & Friends joins Purple Roads to chat with Carey on her days working with him on Barney. Great Stories, wonderful memories and lots of laugh. Enjoy episode Ninety Six of Purple Roads!
2022-03-281h 00Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ninety Five | Brad Kesten "Voice of Charlie Brown"Great stories from Brad Kesten "Voice of Charlie Brown" on his life as a child actor. From all the many commercials, to movies, T.V. shows and his favorite role as Charlie Brown, enjoy this wonderful conversation with Brad and Carey.
2022-03-281h 01Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ninety Three | Charles Shaughnessy | StanleyCharles Shaughnessy joins Purple Roads to chat with Carey on his long acting career. From his start with Days of Our Lives, to the popular role as Maxwell Sheffield to the voice of Dennis the Goldfish on Stanley and now his current role on General Hospital. Enjoy a fascinating and fun conversation.
2022-02-0659 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Ninety One | Jaret Reddick | Phineas & FerbPhineas & Ferb, Chuck E Cheese, Bowling For Soup, two podcast and a conversation on Purple Roads, Jaret Reddick loves being busy. Jaret and Carey have a great conversation talking behind the scenes on all his wonderful projects.
2022-02-061h 04Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty Eight | Josh Martin & Kerron Starks | Pushing Cases & Mister K's ClubhouseOur good friend Josh Martin "Barney & Dragon Ball Z" joins Purple Roads to talk all about his new TV & Podcast. Carey also chats with Kerron Stark the creator of a new show called Mister K's Clubhouse all about this wonderful new show.
2022-02-0659 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty Nine | Kyle Nelson "BJ Body Actor Barney & Friends"Enjoy a Special Holiday Episode of Purple Roads as Kyle Nelson joins Carey to chat about performing in The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and filming episodes of Barney & Friends during the holidays.
2021-12-2758 minPurple RoadsPurple roads Episode Eighty Six | Pat O'Connell "BJ Actor Barney's Big Surprise"The Rubber Band Man joins Purple roads this week! Fun conversation when Carey and Pat O'Connell "BJ Body Actor from Barney's Big Surprise" chat about their days on the road with America's Favorite Purple Dinosaur!
2021-12-051h 01Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty Four | Rockapella "Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?"Do it, Rockapella! The original members of Rockapella from the children's game show Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego? join Carey for a fun behind the scenes of this popular game show!
2021-12-0554 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty Three | Jermichael Finley "Former Green Bay Packer"Former Green Bay Packer Jermichael Finley joins Carey on Purple Roads this week to talk about his days with the Texas Longhorns, Green Bay Packers and his current passions of working with kids on his project elevateu and his new podcast SpinwithJFin.
2021-11-0215 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty Two | Greg Lee "Host of Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego"Doo Wop... Such a pleasure to have the Host of the Hit Children's Game Show "Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego" Greg Lee on this week's Purple Roads! Anusing conversation between Greg and Carey has that laugh and tell stories from there two successful Kid's shows!
2021-10-0458 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty One | Jason Szwimer "Host of Finding D.W."Former voice actor Jason Szwimer joins Purple Roads to chat with Carey about his mission to find and interview seven male strangers who all have one thing in common with him: they all played the voice of D.W., the little sister character on the popular children’s cartoon, Arthur.
2021-10-0458 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighty | Bret Iwan "Voice of Mickey Mouse"M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E! It is a pleasure to have Bret Iwan The Voice of Mickey Mouse on this week's Purple Roads. Bret chats with Carey about the audition process, his love of steam engine trains and what it is like to be the voice of everyones favorite mouse!
2021-09-1355 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy Eight | Lyle Hutchton "Tour Wardrobe, Design, Costume"Great Barney stories when Carey and Lyle Hutchton wardrobe, designer, art department chat about heir experiences on the road with Barney! Lots of laughter and insight into the Barney world on this really fun episode of Purple Roads.
2021-08-231h 02Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy Six Podcast | Al Simmons "Children's Performer"Get ready for a wacky and fun episode of Purple Roads with Canadian Children's Performer Al Simmons! Famous for his props, songs, hand made instruments and hats, enjoy hearing Al chat with Carey about his amazing fifty year career.
2021-08-1558 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy Five | Matt Vogel "Muppet Performer"Big Bird meet Barney. Buckle up as Purple Roads goes deep into the universe of puppetry and body costumes. What a fascinating conversation when Carey gets to chat with muppet performer Matt Vogel "Big Bird, Kermit, The Count and many more" about getting into the world of children's entertainment, the responsibilities of a children's performer, working with Caroll Spinney and so much, so much more!#findyourpurpleroadFollow: Matt VogelWebsite: mattvogel.comInstagram: @welcomemattvTwitter: @welcomemattvPurple Roads is also available on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcast and anywhere else you fin...
2021-08-021h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy Four | Margaret Kerry "Tinkerbell"Tinkerbell talks on this weeks Purple Roads! Margaret Kerry American actress and radio host, best known for her work as the model for Tinker Bell in the 1953 Walt Disney Pictures animated feature, Peter Pan talks with Carey about her amazing career.
2021-07-211h 01Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy Two | Laurie Berkner "Children's Musical Artist"Popular children's musical artist Laurie Berkner stops by Purple roads. fun stories from her early days playing in an all female cover band "Lois Lane" to being live on the plaza for the Today Show. Enjoy this conversation with Laurie and Carey talking about the power of music in children's music.
2021-06-2059 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy One | Hannah Owens "Emily" Barney & FriendsWonderful purple days conversation with Hannah Owens "Emily" Barney & Friends. Hannah talks with Carey about her wonderful memories of being on Barney and her current path in life as a singer/songwriter.
2021-06-1455 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventy | Michaela Dietz "Steven Universe" "Barney & Friends"Michaela Dietz continues her purple path by joining Carey on this week's Purple Roads! Michaela started her purple journey voicing "Riff" on Barney & Friends. them she went on to play the popular role of "Amethyst" on Steven Universe. Enjoy hearing behind the scenes stories on these two popular characters and all the new projects Michaela has going on.
2021-06-1424 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Sixty Eight | Robert "Slim" Sweatmon "Mr. Boyd" Barney & FriendsPurple Roads goes on location in Texas to visit with Carey's friend Robert "Slim" Sweatmon who played the role of Mr. Boyd on Barney & Friends. Enjoy a wonderful front porch conversation with Carey & Slim on acting, Texas and playing Mr. Boyd for nine years.
2021-05-151h 06Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Sixty Four | Josh Monroe & Nala "Teacher & Therapy Dog"Purple Roads is going to the classroom with inspirational teacher Josh Monroe and his therapy dog Nala. Carey has an inspirational chat with this teacher that used Tik Tok and his Nala to help relate to his kids in these difficult times.
2021-05-0255 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Sixty Three | Jonathan Freeman "Jafar" AladdinThe one and only Jonathan Freeman "Jafar" joins Carey for a fascinating conversation on being known for the voice of one of Disney's greatest villains. From the original film "Aladdin" to Broadway to other wonderful stories from his amazing career, sit back and enjoy a wonderful episode of Purple Roads.
2021-05-011h 08Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Sixty One | Susannah Williams "Julie" Barney & FriendsNew York, New York... Great behind the stories from Susannah Williams her time as "Julie" on Barney & Friends. Carey and Susannah in their chat go back in time to remember wonderful times behind the scenes and on stage of Barney Live in New York.
2021-05-011h 06Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Nine | Kelly Vrooman "Sunny Side Up Show"Smiles, Laughs and lots of Love on this week's Purple roads with Actor Kelly Vrooman. Carey chats with Kelly about her career on "The Sunny side Up Show", recent appearances on "Blackish" and "Grey's Anatomy" and her latest projects.
2021-05-011h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Eight | Steve Feldman "Director"Steve Feldman director of Sesame Street, Barney & Friends, Politically Incorrect among many other shows joins Carey for a chat about his fascinating career and their time working together on Barney & Friends.
2021-05-0158 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Six | Jerry Fitzpatrick "Rock n Roll Bus Driver"Rock n Roll Bus Driver stops by Purple Roads to chat with Carey about life on the road with Sarah Brightman, Dave Matthews, Barney & so many more. Enjoy awesome stories from the road with Jerry Fitzpatrick!
2021-04-1559 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Five | Jessica D Stone "Voice Actor from Stanley"Welcome to Season Two of Purple Roads with Voice Actor Jessica D Stone, Stanley "Stanley". Jessica chats with Carey about her acting career starting at the age of six months, becoming the voice of "Stanley" and almost meeting Brad Pitt. Enjoy an inspiring conversation on Episode Fifty five of Purple Roads!
2021-04-151h 04Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Four | Spencer Lott | Puppeteer & ArtistPurple Roads is nerding out in the world of puppets with puppeteer, puppet designer & artist Spencer Lott. Carey and Spencer have a fun conversation on the world of puppetry, Sesame Street, "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood", working with Tom Hanks and so, so, so much more.
2021-04-1459 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Three | Charles Edward Hall " Santa from Radio City Christmas Spectacular"Santa has come to Purple Roads to spread the magic of believing! Charles Edward Hall "Santa" from Radio City Christmas Spectacular talks with Carey about the joy of playing Santa Claus for Thrirty Three years in one of the most iconic Christmas shows.
2021-04-141h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty Two | Mary Gibbs "Boo from Monsters Inc"Episode Fifty Two is all about how to become a voice actor at the age of three. Listen to the fascinating story of Mary Gibbs becoming the lovable "Boo" in Monsters Inc. Lots of laughter and many wonderful behind the scene stories from this iconic movie.
2021-04-1449 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifty One | Nick Adams & Taes Levitt "Splash & Boots"Get ready Yellow & Blue Crew for Splash N Boots on Purple Roads! Enjoy the conversation with Carey, Nick Adams (Splash) and Taes Leavitt (Boots) as they talk about the early days of the duo touring to recording their latest record Heart Parade!
2021-04-141h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Nine | Daphne Maxwell Reid "Fresh Prince of Bel Air"Purple roads is off to Bel Air! Daphne Maxwell Reid has just a few stories to tell from her forty years as an actress, model, author & photographer career including the reunion of Aunt Viv with her fellow actors from The Fresh Prince of Bel Air.
2021-04-131h 00Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Eight | Rob Paulsen "Animaniacs"Purple roads is hanging out it the Water Tower with rob Paulsen "Yakko" this week! Come join Carey for a very amusing and touching conversation with Rob on his wonderful character's, his survival of cancer and the awesome reboot of Animaniacs November 20th on Hulu!
2021-04-121h 12Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Six | Kimberly J Brown "Halloweentown"Fun Halloween episode of Purple roads with award winning actress Kimberly J Brown. Join Carey for an inspiring conversation with KJB about her amazing career, growing up in the entertainment business and the honor of working with the legend Debbie Reynolds on Halloweentown!
2021-04-071h 00Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Five | Howard Blumenthal "Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego"Howard Blumenthal's career is a fascinating story! (To say the least) A senior executive of several large media companies, the head on an innovative nonprofit organization, an award-winning television producer, a syndicated journalist, author and co creator of a seven time award winning Daytime Emmy children's game show Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego? Hear the amazing stories of Howard's incredible career, putting together Carmen Sandiego and his new amazing project Kids On Earth!
2021-04-071h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Four | Danny LaBrecque "Danny Joe's Treehouse"Can You Come Out and Play? Danny LaBrecque comes back to chat with Carey on all the exciting new things going on at Danny Joe's Treehouse and talk about his awesome Halloween project Saturday Morning BooToons!
2021-04-0752 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Three | Buster Balloon "Balloon Artist/Performer"Welcome to the twisty turvy world of Buster Balloon. Go behind the scenes with Carey, as we learn all about this fascinating artist and his work as a performer. Plus his amazing, kind of creepy Halloween balloon creations!
2021-04-0758 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty Two | Scott Durbin & Rich Collins "Imagination Movers"Everybody shout, what's the big idea? Hey, what's the big idea? Imagination Movers are music to your ears! Wonderful behind the scenes conversation with Scott Durbin & Rich Collins of Imagination Movers this week! Learn all about this very talented band and the world of Imagination Movers!
2021-04-071h 14Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty One | Gina Barker & Allen "Sparky" Starks "Planet Peek-A-Boo"Welcome to Planet Peek-A-Boo! Join Gina Barker & Allan "Sparky" Starks on this week's Purple Roads to hear about their new kids production and everything that is involved in putting a show together!
2021-04-071h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Forty | Didi Conn "Stacy Jones - Shining Time Station"What an amazing career Didi Conn has had so far! Join Carey for this fascinating conversation with Didi Conn as they discuss Grease, Little Didi and the one and only Ringo Starr!
2021-04-0250 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Nine | Rosemary Wells "Author/Illustrator"Hear about the fascinating career of author/illustrator Rosemary Wells when she joins Carey for a behind the scenes conversation on her process, Max and Ruby and the importance of reading!
2021-04-0247 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Eight | Jim Rowley "Director/Producer - Barney & Friends"Lots of Purple History on Episode Thirty of Purple Roads. Director/Producer Jim Rowley chats with Carey about his sixteen year career on Barney & Friends and brings some surprises for Carey that he has never seen before!
2021-04-021h 08Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Seven | Kevin Perjurer "Defunctland"Welcome to the world of Defunctland. A very popular YouTube channel that tells the stories of rides, amusement parks and tv shows that are no longer with us. Kevin Prejurer the host/creator of Defunctland joins Purple roads for a wonderful behind the scenes stories of this fascinating channel.
2021-04-021h 07Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Six | Joshua Dela Cruz "Host of Blue's Clues & You!"From his thinking chair to Purple roads, Joshua Dela Cruz the host of Blue's Clues & You! stops by to chat about auditioning for Blue's Clues, to his early days learning to sing from Karaoke DVD's to working with his friend Blue! Enjoy a very special episode of Purple Roads.
2021-03-291h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Five | Glenn Grabski "Business Tour Manager"On the road again...Business Tour Manager Glenn Grabski joins Purple Roads telling stories from touring with Kenny Rogers to The Rolling Stones to a Purple Dinosaur. Amusing and fascinating stories from the road.
2021-03-291h 02Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Four | Derrick Evans "Mr. Motivator"Get ready to be motivated! Derrick Evans "Mr. Motivator" has been motivating people to exercise their bodies and brains for over forty years. He is back on TV helping people through this trying time in the world. Get ready to smile, laugh and be motivated!
2021-03-2958 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Three | Kellie Crawford "HI-5"Kellie Crawford from the original HI-5 group joins Purple roads from Melbourne, Australia to talk about auditioning, performing and finding out they were going to be on Coldplay's Tour Bus! You might also hear her sing a HI-5 song you might know.
2021-03-291h 12Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty Two Podcast | Bob Singleton (Music Director "Barney & Friends)Music was such an important part of the success of Barney & Friends. This week we have Bob Singleton the music director from the early days of this landmark show.
2021-03-2958 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty One | Forest Harding (Chica Puppeteer "The Sunny Side Up Show"Wonderful behind the scenes conversation of The Sunny Side Up Show with "Chica Puppeteer Forest Harding.
2021-03-291h 08Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirty | Danielle Vega (Barney & Friends, East Los High)Danielle Vega's career started as "Kim" on the landmark children's show "Barney& Friends", she went on to auditioning for American Idol and then on to the popular Hulu show East Los High. Enjoy this wonderful chat of her amazing journey.
2021-03-261h 01Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Nine | Josh Martin (Actor with Barney & Friends and Dragon Ball Z)The many hats of Josh Martin joins Purple Roads! From auditions for a Purple Dinosaur, to learning to drive a truck for a ("Bob") Builder to becoming the American Voice of Majin Buu. Enjoy an interesting road Josh has traveled.
2021-03-251h 04Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Eight | John Burstein "Slim Goodbody"The Original "Super Hero of Health" Slim Goodbody joins Purple Roads for a fun conversation!
2021-03-2559 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Seven | Jeff Ayers, Kyle Nelson, and Adam BrownThree very special guests this week on Purple Roads. Carey's brothers from Barney and Friends join Purple Roads this week. Jeff Ayers, (Baby Bop actor) Kyle Nelson, (BJ actor) and Adam Brown (Riff actor) converse with Carey about their life in a costume on Barney and Friends and life off the set. Enjoy this wonderful episode!
2021-03-251h 07Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Six | Harold Behrens (Tour Production Manager)What's it like to put together a huge rock show or even put a Big Purple Dinosaur on stage. We find out this week from Tour Production Manager Harold Behrens. Harold toured with Madonna, Maroon 5, Kelly Clarkson, Mary J Blige, The Wiggles and that lovable purple Dinosaur Barney. Hear great stories from the road on this week's episode of Purple Roads.
2021-03-251h 07Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Five | Emma Watkins "Emma Wiggle" The WigglesWhooo, wiggy, wiggy, wiggy.... Emma Watkins from The Wiggles joins Purple Roads from Australia to talk with Carey about her journey to becoming and being a Wiggle. Lots of laughs, inspiring conversation and you might even hear a little "Hot Potato"!
2021-03-251h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Four | Katherine Pully "Beth" Barney & FriendsCatching up with Katherine Pully who played "Beth" on seasons seven and eight of Barney & Friends. Wonderful behind the scenes stories from a kid's perspective of working with a Big Purple Dinosaur.
2021-03-251h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Three | Michele Lepe "Nina" The Good Night Show"You may know Michele Lepe as Nina from Sprout's Goodnight Show. Michele joins Purple Roads to talk about her wonderful days on The Goodnight Show, working with Barney on The Sunny side Up Show and her fun new project on YouTube Story Time with Michele!
2021-03-251h 09Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty Two | Julie Johnson "Voice of Baby Bop" Barney & FriendsJulie Johnson drops in to Purple roads this week to chat with Carey about Mute Buttons, Meeting Kelly Ripa, Auditioning for A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline in her Red Boots and other amusing and inspiring stories from her long career.
2021-03-241h 12Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty One | David Newell (Mr. McFeely from Mister Roger's Neighborhood)"Speedy Delivery" Purple Roads goes to Mister Roger's Neighborhood with David Newell. Mr McFeely, played by David Newell joins Carey for inspiring and amusing conversation from his career beginnings to insightful behind the scenes stories.
2021-03-241h 11Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twenty | Barry Pearl (Profesor Tinkerputt)Barry Pearl, stops by Purple Roads to talk and laugh with Carey about life, touring and his acting career from Professor Tinkerputt to playing Doody from Grease.
2021-03-241h 06Doing it Right: The Stories that Make UsShake Anderson Music: Listen to His Soul Coming to Life | Best Friend Carey Stinson: Ep.77In summer 2004 Shake Anderson entered the hospital wondering if he would die. A year later he beat the odds and entered rehab. That’s when Shake started making soul music that hit the top charts.Audiences are moved when this man starts playing his piano or guitar and singing from the depth of his toes. He’s more than an entertainer. He brings emotion that penetrates an audience and evokes the same feelings he’s experienced. It’s about life – and Shake performs what he’s lived.When asked how he defines Soul Music, Shake answered, “it’s music tha...
2020-05-1137 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Nineteen | Carly Ciarrocchi (The Big Fun Crafty House, Sprout, Sunny Side Up, Snug's House)Purple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+Get ready to laugh, dance, and smile!Carly Ciarrocchi is a performer, writer/creator, producer and musician. Her mission is to invite audiences of all ages and collaborators of all kinds to PLAY, INVESTIGATE and BOUNCE. From appearing on and hosting shows like The Big Fun Crafty Show, Sunny Side Up, Tube Town, and Snug's House, Carly's amazing energy shines through as she reminds us that every day is a great day to play and smile, and play some Ukulele!To catch up with Carly visit:WATCH...
2020-04-171h 08Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eighteen | Todd Duffey (Scooter McNutty on Barney & Friends)Purple Roads is Presented by InfusionHF70+This week's episode is totally nuts! Todd Duffey, who played Scooter McNutty on Barney & Friends, joins us to talk about working with Barney behind the scenes. He tells us all about how he became Scooter, what it was like working on set on a weekly basis, and even how he got a role on the movie "Office Space"!To learn more about Todd visit:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddduffeyrunsthis/Follow Purple Roads on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PurpleRoadsPodcast/Youtube...
2020-04-031h 04Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seventeen | Danny LaBrecque (Danny Joe's Tree House)Purple Roads is Presented by InfusionHF70+Can't you come out and play? Won't you come out and play? It's a really great day!Danny LaBrecque is the one-man band behind Danny Joe's Tree House, a show with handmade characters and homegrown songs (lullabies, as Danny says) that teach children about life, feelings, and everything in between.Join us LIVE from the Tree House to learn all about Danny and his incredible creativity!To learn more about Danny, or to watch Danny Joe's Tree House visit:Website: http://dannyjoestreehouse.com/Facebook...
2020-03-271h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Sixteen | François Clemmons (Officer Clemmons of Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood)Purple Roads is Presented by InfusionHF70+What a wonderful day in the neighborhood!François Clemmons, who played Officer Clemmons on Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood, joins us to sing, laugh, and reminisce about working on one of America's most iconic children's television shows.Coming of age in a time of uncertainty and discrimination, François details what is was like making a name for himself in entertainment, its highs and lows, and eventually living his truth. To learn more about François, please visit:Upcoming Book (Releasing May 5th!): https://books.catapult.co...
2020-03-201h 02Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fifteen | Larry Brantley (Voice of Wishbone)Purple Roads is presented by Infusionhf70+What's the story Wishbone!? Everyone's favorite adventuring Jack Russel Terrier captured audiences for years, while also introducing them to history and literature.Larry Brantley was the voice behind the beloved pup, and played Wishbone throughout its run of over 50 episodes. Watch this episode to learn about what it was like working with dogs, travelling the country, and creating an amazing TV show!To learn more about Larry, please visit:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outlawlarry/Twitter: https://twitter.com/larrybrantleyFollow Purple Roads on...
2020-03-131h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Fourteen | Steve Axtell (Puppet Innovator)Purple Roads is presented by Infusionhf70+Steve Axtell is a master of creating and building characters, puppets, animatronics, and more.Come along with us as Steve takes us through his incredible studio, showing off characters, robots, and puppets that can sing, dance, and move like you have never seen before! To learn more about Steve Axtell, please visit:Website: http://www.axtell.com/ and http://www.axtell.ai/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/axtellexpressionshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/axtellentertainers/Instagram: @AxtellExpressions and @Steve_Axtell...
2020-03-061h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Thirteen | Victor YerridPurple Roads is presented by Infusionhf70+Puppets, voices, and a whole lot of fun!From Bear in the Big Blue House to Crank Yankers and more, Victor Yerrid has been an incredible puppeteer for over 20 years! This episode of Purple Roads features behind the scenes stories, how to come up with a character voice on the spot, and what it's like working in the big wide world of show business.To learn more about Victor Yerrid, please visit:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vyerrid/Catch Victor's LIVE show "The Astonishing Show...
2020-02-281h 04Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Twelve | Margaret Stickney, Patrick McAlister, and Josh MartinPurple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+Back to the great wide world of Barney and Friends! On this week's episode, Margaret Stickney, Patrick McAlister, and Josh Martin join us in studio to talk about their favorite moments with the big purple dinosaur on the road and at home, and everything in between. Plus, a mash-up of Led Zeppelin and The Beastie Boys?!To learn more about Margaret, Patrick, and Josh, please visit:Margaret Stickney: Website: https://www.stitchingmaggie.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitchingmammas/Facebook: https://www.facebook...
2020-02-2156 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eleven | Noel "Bear in the Big Blue House" MacNealPurple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+Welcome welcome welcome! This episode of Purple Roads features one of America's best puppeteers, Noel MacNeal.Join us as we take a trip back to Woodland Valley to reminisce and listen to behind the scenes stories from Bear in the Big Blue House.To learn more about Noel MacNeal, please visit:The Show Me Show Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIua1WtZvLsl9s5mSmAAyvQThe Show Me Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Noelyourhost/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nmacnealBeyond...
2020-02-141h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Ten | Wendy Gilhula "Children's Author"Purple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+On this episode of Purple Roads, we talk with Wendy Gilhula, author and creator of an amazing children's book series called Pika Bunny Says.From inspiring stories about braveness, to touching gestures of kindness and love, Wendy's characters teach children how to be the best they can be.To learn more about Wendy, please visit:www.Wendygilhula.comInstagram: @pikabunnysaysLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendygilhula-tutor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WendyGilhulaAuthor/Kindness Tracker App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pika-bunny-kindness-tracker...
2020-02-0757 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Nine | David Voss and Rick StarkweatherPurple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+This episode of Purple Roads is super-deeeeeee-duper!Three separate Barney's in one room at the same time?! You'd better believe it! David Voss and Rick Starkweather join Carey this week to look back on some of the deepest memories of Barney The Dinosaur, on set, on tour, and abroad.To learn more about David Voss or Rick Starkweather, please visit:David VossFacebook: @davidjvossemail77Instagram: @davidvoss77Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1zfTPKAwbRokxuVGaog1tAhttps://www.youtube.com/user/davidvossj
2020-01-3157 minDoing it Right: The Stories that Make UsBarney the Dinosaur - Carey Stinson - Ep. 68Carey Stinson played Barney the Dinosaur for 22 years!Can you imagine being an adult doing a 360-degree jump wearing Barney the Dinosaur’s 50-pound suit? That’s what Carey Stinson did for 22 years as the beloved Barney the Purple Dinosaur. At 23 years old, Carey was dubious of playing the role that had to include dancing—a talent he didn’t have. Wait ‘til you hear how he learned his craft and won the hearts of children around the globe. And here’s something you may not know. Barney the Dinosaur started out in Texas. Before gaining national and...
2020-01-2735 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Eight | Michael "Pappy Drewitt" CariglioPurple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+Doodles and scribbles and puppets, oh my! This week's episode of Purple Roads features the incredibly creative Michael "Pappy Drewitt" Cariglio, host of the widely popular children's television show Pappyland. To learn more about Michael "Pappy Drewitt" Cariglio, please visit:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pappyland/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pappyreels/Twitter: https://twitter.com/pappyprintsPap's ArtVentures Episode 1 -https://youtu.be/wVqC3LnxGbQFollow Purple Roads on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PurpleRoadsPodcast/Youtube: https://www...
2020-01-241h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Seven | Phyllis CiceroPurple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+Sit down and gather round! This week, we are back to the world of Barney with the amazing Phyllis Cicero (Stella The Storyteller). From sharing stories about on-set encounters, to what life has been like after Barney, Phyllis brings the love and energy that captivated children and their parents.Follow Purple Roads on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PurpleRoadsPodcast/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1MJgEBWSk2YaOG5StjMVQInstagram: @purpleroadspodcastWe want to ask YOUR questions! If you want to...
2020-01-171h 04Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Six | Kenny James and Josh MartinPurple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+Get your fireballs and turtle shells ready!Kenny James (Voice of Bowser) of the iconic Nintendo universe joins us this week to talk cons, voice over work, and what it's like to be behind the voice of one of Mario's biggest foes.To learn more about Kenny or Josh, please visit:Kenny James - Voice of BowserInstagram: KennyJamesBowserTwitter: KennyJamesVoiceConvention Booking: Celebworx.comJosh MartinTwitter: @joshmartinvoiceInstagram: @originalbuuFor more information about Wendy Gilhula...
2020-01-101h 03Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Five | Chris Sabat, Justin Cook, and Josh Martin "Dragon Ball Z"Purple Roads is presented by InfusionHF70+On this week's episode, anime voice-over pioneers Chris Sabat (Voice of Vegeta), Justin Cook (Multiple Dragon Ball Z Characters), and Josh Martin (Voice of Majin Buu) join us to give a behind the scenes look into the rise of anime in North America, and how times and technology have changed the industry monumentally.For more information about Chris Sabat, Justin Cook, and Josh Martin, please visit:Chris Sabat - Voice of VegetaTwitter: @voiceofvegetaInstagram: @christophersabatFacebook: @BestvoiceeverJustin Cook - Voice Actor
2020-01-0357 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Four | Josh Martin, Kara Edwards, and Chris Rager "Dragon Ball Z"This episode of Purple Roads is high flying, hard hitting, and lots of fun!Josh Martin (voice of Majin Buu), Kara Edwards (voice of Goten, Gotenks, and Videl), and Chris Rager (voice of Mr. Satan) of the wildly popular anime Dragonball Z, stop by to talk shop, life, and anime's rapid rise in North America.For more information about Josh Martin, Kara Edwards, and Chris Rager, please visit:Josh MartinTwitter: @joshmartinvoiceInstagram: @originalbuuKara EdwardsTwitter: @karaedwardsInstagram: karavoiceChris RagerTwitter: @ragercoaster
2019-12-271h 05Purple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Three | Larry and Leora RifkinBarney the Dinosaur was serendipity!?!Larry and Leora Rifkin tell the incredible story of how Barney got his big break on-air at PBS by happenstance, and how the iconic dinosaur almost didn't make it off of the cutting room floor. Learn all about how Barney became one of the biggest children's shows after a simple visit to a mom and pop video store.To catch up with Larry or view his new podcast "America Trends" please visit: RifkinRadio.comFollow Purple Roads on social media!https://www.facebook.com/PurpleRoadsP......
2019-12-2058 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode Two | Kenn Scott "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles"On this episode of Purple Roads, we are joined by a nunchuck wielding, pizza loving, stuntman extraordinaire!Kenn Scott portrayed Raphael in the original hit "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle" films of the 1990's.With his unwavering love for martial arts, acting, and film production, Kenn tells us all about his personal road to playing the red bandana-wearing turtle that audiences still love to this day.For more information about Kenn or his brand new book, please visit:KennScottAuthor.comInstagram:@KennjitsuFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KennScottNinjaTurtle/Follow Purple...
2019-12-1357 minPurple RoadsPurple Roads Episode One | Bob West and Jeff Ayers "Barney & Friends"Welcome to the inaugural episode of Purple Roads Podcast!Longtime friends of Carey Stinson (Body Actor of Barney The Dinosaur) Bob West (Voice Actor of Barney the Dinosaur) and Jeff Ayers (Body Actor of Baby Bop) reunite in person for the first time in 20 years, and talk about all things Barney The Dinosaur, including funny mishaps, and a behind the scenes look into what it was like to work on a legendary TV program.Follow Purple Roads on social media!https://www.facebook.com/PurpleRoadsPodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1MJgEBWSk2YaOG5StjMVQ
2019-12-061h 05
Legends in LeadershipCarey Stinson | Episode 43A true Texan, Carey Stinson, is a professional photographer, actor, motivational speaker and now host and executive producer of a NEW podcast coming this fall. Before that, Stinson played the coveted role of Barney the Dinosaur for 22 years touring the world along with seven seasons staring on the TV show Barney and Friends. The experience of playing the role of America’s favorite dinosaur inspired Carey’s love and passion for spreading love and inspiration through photography and now a podcast. As a proud Texan, Carey loves to capture the true roots of Texas in his fine art photography, which can...
2019-09-1226 min
Celebrity Interviews w/ Milk and CookiesMilk and Cookie Interviews | Carey Stinson aka Barney The DinosaurNorth Texas native Carey Stinson played Barney on the beloved children's TV show "Barney & Friends" on PBS. Barney was America's favorite purple dinosaur, and his young friends shared adventures featuring songs, dances and games that made learning fun. Barney and his dino-pals, were joined by a cast of children that included at the time.. Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato. The series focuses on caring, sharing and learning.#Podcast #MilkAndCookies #CareyStinson #Barney #Dinosaur #Show #Fun #FunInterview #8YearOldInterview #CelebrityInterview #TV #Hometown #KidsTelevision #BarneyAndFriends #Cookies #Entertainment
2019-08-0112 min
A Whole Gnew WorldEpisode 11: Carey StinsonEver wanted to find out what it was like to wear a giant purple dinosaur suit? Well, then this podcast is for you! Listen as Carey Stinson recounts some experiences from his time as Barney the Dinosaur. After the show, check out Carey's podcast Purple Tales Podcast for even more behind the scenes from Barney the TV Show.
2019-05-0831 min
Party Planning Radio -- Venues N MoreCarey Stinson -- Party PhotographerThis is the perfect add-on for any party! This party package not only includes a professionally lit mobile photo booth, but also includes unlimited 4x6 prints of your photos. Our mobile setup also includes pictures taken by Carey Stinson, a professional portrait photographer. The prints of the photo booth are the perfect party favor! Hosting a gala or larger event? No problem! Just contact us for a custom quote. Free digital downloads of the photo booth are included for every party booked through Venues N More! Ready to book...
2019-03-1123 min
BulletProof Mindset by Rob and DaleRob and Dale Show Episode 38 Carey StinsonCarey Stinson and his career as the world's most beloved dinosaur.
2019-02-0847 min