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SOLVE FOR GEN XEP#20: Toy History (w/Generation Z Flynn Vogel)On the Season One Finale of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they talk about their favorite toys growing up. From Lincoln Logs to action figures -- toys were an important part of growing up as Generation X, but what toys spark the imaginations of Generation Z? Joining our panel is Matt's son, Flynn Vogel (Gen Z 2012) to talk all about it.Special Guest: Flynn Vogel (Generation Z 2012)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:
2025-05-0646 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelBELOW THE FRAME EXTRA: Two Guys and a Few MuppetsSend us a textWe're back for a Below the Frame EXTRA all about Two Guys and a Few Muppets, a two-man show written and performed by Eric Jacobson and Matt Vogel on December 25th, 2025 aboard the maiden voyage of the Disney Treasure cruise ship! Get the low-down on the process of creating this new show and a run-down of the show from beginning to end! All on this extra Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!Special thanks to The Muppets Studio and Disney Cruise Line.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com...
2025-02-111h 07
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: Pop Culture Crush (w/Millennial Franny Starkey)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they reveal their “Pop Culture CRUSH!”Special Guest: Franny Starkey (Millennial 1980)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvhttps://www.youtube.com/user/natestarkey1WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: http...
2025-02-0443 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: American Top 40 with Casey Kasem (w/Generation Z Keaton Vogel)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they countdown to “American Top 40 with Casey Kasem". One of the most recognizable radio voices of all time, Casey Kasem hosted American Top 40 for decades, and we recount our times listening to Casey’s weekly countdowns and long-distance dedications while we “keep our feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars”.Special Guest: Keaton Vogel (Generation Z 2008)AMERICAN TOP 40 ON iHEART RADIO: https://www.iheart.c...
2025-01-2848 min
SOLVE FOR GEN XREWIND: American Top 40 with Casey Kasem (w/Generation Z Keaton Vogel)On this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they countdown to “American Top 40 with Casey Kasem". One of the most recognizable radio voices of all time, Casey Kasem hosted American Top 40 for decades, and we recount our times listening to Casey’s weekly countdowns and long-distance dedications while we “keep our feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars”.Special Guest: Keaton Vogel (Generation Z 2008)AMERICAN TOP 40 ON iHEART RADIO: https://www.iheart.com/live/classic-american-top-40-6545/CASE...
2025-01-2848 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: Pop Culture Bonanza (w/Baby Boomer Bill Ward)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they talk about “Pop Culture Bonanza”…and all that that implies. Generation X came of age at the tail end of the Cold War and it was reflected in nearly everything we did and saw from our movies to our music, our television to our classrooms. Gen Xers also saw the birth of MTV and cable and so much more! But why read this description when you could hear all about...
2025-01-2146 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: Low-Tech Fun, Part Two (w/Generation Z Jack and Hunter Vogel)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they continue to talk about “Low-Tech Fun”. Back when we were kids we did fun things like play with Barbie, ride bikes, write plays, and read books — without a tablet or game console in sight (mostly). What will other generations remember about their low-tech fun? We’ll ask two Gen Z kids (two of Matt’s sons) all about what they did other than video games when they were growing up.
2025-01-1445 minSOLVE FOR GEN XREWIND: Low-Tech Fun, Part Two (w/Generation Z Jack and Hunter Vogel)On this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they continue to talk about “Low-Tech Fun”. Back when we were kids we did fun things like play with Barbie, ride bikes, write plays, and read books — without a tablet or game console in sight (mostly). What will other generations remember about their low-tech fun? We’ll ask two Gen Z kids (two of Matt’s sons) all about what they did other than video games when they were growing up. Special Guests: Jack Vogel (Gene...
2025-01-1445 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: Low-Tech Fun, Part OneSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they recount “Low-Tech Fun”. Ah, kids today! They sure do seem to spend a lot of time on their gaming devices. Generation X didn’t have high-tech gaming like they do today. What did we have? We had…Low-Tech Fun and we loved it.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvhttps://www.youtube...
2025-01-0746 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal (w/Millennial Jess McKenna and Generation X Kelly Vogel)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they recall “The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal”. Gen Xers grew up during the sweet spot of breakfast cereal culture and we have some strong opinions about it — and we’re not gonna sugarcoat it! Special Guests: Jess McKenna (Millenial 1987) and Kelly Vogel (Gen X 1971)EPISODE LINKS:Off Book Podcasthttps://www.thezachandthejess.com/podcast-off-book.htmlSpoon Me on Instagramhttps://www.insta...
2024-12-3146 minSOLVE FOR GEN XREWIND: The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal (w/Millennial Jess McKenna and Generation X Kelly Vogel)On this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they recall “The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal”. Gen Xers grew up during the sweet spot of breakfast cereal culture and we have some strong opinions about it — and we’re not gonna sugarcoat it! Special Guests: Jess McKenna (Millenial 1987) and Kelly Vogel (Gen X 1971)EPISODE LINKS:Off Book Podcasthttps://www.thezachandthejess.com/podcast-off-book.htmlSpoon Me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/spoonmecereal/?hl=enSUBS...
2024-12-3146 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: The Movie That I Could Quote On My Death Bed (w/Millennial Mary Jacobson)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they discuss “The Movie That I Could Quote on My Deathbed”. From H.I. and “Ed” McDunnough in “Raising Arizona” to Irwin M. Fletcher in “Fletch to Luke Skywalker in “Star Wars” characters in great movies often provide great quotes that we carry with us forever…even at the end of life (or so we hope).Special Guest: Mary Jacobson (Millennial 1981)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx...
2024-12-1745 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelREWIND: The Song That Ate My Teenage Heart (w/Millennial Zach Reino)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they remember “The Song That Ate My Teenage Heart”. If you were a teenager in the 1980s, music could often express emotions that you couldn’t articulate yet. Whether it was feelings of heartbreak, love, anger, betrayal, joy, sex…music touched us all. Special Guest: Zach Reino (Millennial 1987)EPISODE LINKS:Off Book Podcasthttps://www.thezachandthejess.com/podcast-off-book.htmlBaby Wants Candyhttps...
2024-12-1044 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#15: The _____ I Really Loved But Kept Secret...Until Now, Part Two (w/Millennial Scott Eckert)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they continue admitting “The _______ I Really Loved But Kept Secret From Everyone Until Now”. We can tell you that Millennial Scott Eckert (Born to Love with Scott Eckert & Ellie Kemper) is joining us for this episode — but we cannot reveal any more!Special Guest: Scott Eckert (Millenial 1981)“BORN TO LOVE” WITH SCOTT ECKERT & ELLIE KEMPERhttps://ihr.fm/3Xc2TlcWATCH ON...
2024-11-2645 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#14: The _____ I Really Loved But Kept Secret...Until Now, Part OneSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they confess “The _______ I Really Loved But Kept Secret From Everyone Until Now”. Secret things await you in this episode. These are things so secret, we dare not divulge them in this description.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvhttps://www.youtube.com/user/natestarkey1WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.yout...
2024-11-1939 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#13: Looking Glass, Part TwoSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) continue peering into the “Looking Glass” by asking Sesame Street Muppet Performer and Baby Boomer, Carmen Osbahr, what she thought her life would be like when she grew up. Would she be a teacher? A bus driver? A tortured artist? Where would she live? And will she find out if Generation Jones is real or not? Join Matt, Nate, and Ashley in part two of a two-part topic as they peer into the “...
2024-11-1241 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#12 Looking Glass, Part OneSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they look back on who they were and what they thought their lives might be like when they grew up. Would they be a teacher? A bus driver? A tortured artist? Where would they live? Join Ashley, Matt, and Nate in part one of a two-part topic as they peer into the “Looking Glass”.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODC...
2024-11-0547 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#11: Cruisin' in the Hood (w/Baby Boomer Marty Rudoy)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they talk about walking the halls in school, hangin’ out at Denny’s, or watching older kids drive by in cars. In the end, maybe we were all “Cruisin’ in the Hood” in one way or another after all…?Special Guest: Marty Rudoy (Baby Boomer 1950)MARTY RUDOY PAINTER: https://martyrudoy.artSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON...
2024-10-2948 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#10: Cartoon You Can't Believe Was On TVSend us a textFrom Battle of the Planets and Laff-a-lympics to Smurfs and Turbo Teen, join us on this episode of SOLVE FOR GEN X as Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) discuss “Cartoon You Can’t Believe Was On TV”. Special Guest: Jadee (Generation Alpha 2014) and Willa (Generation Z 2011)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvhttps://www.youtube.com/user/natestarkey1WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube...
2024-10-2543 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#9: Our Middle Name Is DangerSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they discuss seat belt laws, second-hand smoking, snakes, explosives, and the fact that “Our Middle Name Is Danger”. Special Guest: Martin P. Robinson (Baby Boomer 1954)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvhttps://www.youtube.com/user/natestarkey1WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv
2024-10-1550 min
SOLVE FOR GEN XEP#7: American Top 40 with Casey Kasem (w/Generation Z Keaton Vogel)On this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they countdown to “American Top 40 with Casey Kasem". One of the most recognizable radio voices of all time, Casey Kasem hosted American Top 40 for decades, and we recount our times listening to Casey’s weekly countdowns and long-distance dedications while we “keep our feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars”.Special Guest: Keaton Vogel (Generation Z 2008)AMERICAN TOP 40 ON iHEART RADIO: https://www.iheart.com/live/classic-american-top-40-6545/CASE...
2024-10-0148 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#7: American Top 40 with Casey KasemSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they countdown to “American Top 40 with Casey Kasem". One of the most recognizable radio voices of all time, Casey Kasem hosted American Top 40 for decades, and we recount our times listening to Casey’s weekly countdowns and long-distance dedications while we “keep our feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars”.Special Guest: Keaton Vogel (Generation Z 2008)AMERICAN TOP 40 ON iHEART RADIO: https://www.iheart.c...
2024-10-0148 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#62: Caroll Spinney's Retirement Party (REWIND to October 26, 2018)Send us a textOn this EXTRA SPECIAL BONUS episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re rewinding to October 26, 2018 when we were shooting Season 50 of Sesame Street. This episode — the only episode for the Facebook Live shows — we’re in the Muppet Lounge talking about the beautiful retirement party that was held for Caroll Spinney at the Museum of the Moving Image.Featuring our beloved camera operator Frankie Biondo, as well as Muppet Performers Tyler Bunch, Pam Arciero, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Carmen Osbahr, Jennifer Barnhart, Sesame photographer Richard Termine, producer Andrew Moriarty, Joe Hennes f...
2024-09-2633 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#61: Q&A with Special Guest Lyla VogelSend us a textOn the Season 3 Finale of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel your questions are finally answered! Matt sits down with his daughter, Lyla, who asks the questions you wanted answers to! Join us as we go Below the Frame for one final installment for Season 3!WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcomemattvMATT VOGEL'S OFFICIAL...
2024-09-1927 min
SOLVE FOR GEN XEP#5: Low-Tech Fun, Part Two (w/Generation Z Jack and Hunter Vogel)On this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they continue to talk about “Low-Tech Fun”. Back when we were kids we did fun things like play with Barbie, ride bikes, write plays, and read books — without a tablet or game console in sight (mostly). What will other generations remember about their low-tech fun? We’ll ask two Gen Z kids (two of Matt’s sons) all about what they did other than video games when they were growing up. Special Guests: Jack Vogel (Gene...
2024-09-1745 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#4: Low-Tech Fun, Part OneSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they recount “Low-Tech Fun”. Ah, kids today! They sure do seem to spend a lot of time on their gaming devices. Generation X didn’t have high-tech gaming like they do today. What did we have? We had…Low-Tech Fun and we loved it.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRA...
2024-09-1646 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#60: Q&A with Special Guest Keaton VogelSend us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel we continue answering your questions! Matt sits down with his 16-year old son, Keaton, who asks the questions you sent in.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@welcomemattvMATT VOGEL'S OFFICIAL WEBSITE: http://www.mattvogel.com/
2024-09-1221 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#59: Q&A with Special Guest Hunter VogelSend us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel your questions are finally answered! Matt's son, Hunter, asks the questions you wanted answers to, while Matt attempts to answer as many as he can. MURDER, HE SQUEAKED - a short film by Joey Mazzarino and Matt Vogelhttps://youtu.be/tRLjQGzkz40?si=tVez2LFsFz9--6q6WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/
2024-09-0538 min
SOLVE FOR GEN XEP#3: The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal (w/Millennial Jess McKenna and Generation X Kelly Vogel)On this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they recall “The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal”. Gen Xers grew up during the sweet spot of breakfast cereal culture and we have some strong opinions about it — and we’re not gonna sugarcoat it! Special Guests: Jess McKenna (Millenial 1987) and Kelly Vogel (Gen X 1971)EPISODE LINKS:Off Book Podcasthttps://www.thezachandthejess.com/podcast-off-book.htmlSpoon Me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/spoonmecereal/?hl=enSUBS...
2024-09-0346 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X - EP#3: The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal (w/Millennial Jess McKenna and Generation X Kelly Vogel)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they recall “The Sanctity of Breakfast Cereal”. Gen Xers grew up during the sweet spot of breakfast cereal culture and we have some strong opinions about it — and we’re not gonna sugarcoat it! Special Guests: Jess McKenna (Millenial 1987) and Kelly Vogel (Gen X 1971)EPISODE LINKS:Off Book Podcasthttps://www.thezachandthejess.com/podcast-off-book.htmlSpoon Me on Instagramhttps://www.insta...
2024-09-0346 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#58: More Q&A (REWIND to December 14, 2017)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re rewinding to December 14, 2017, when we were shooting Season 49 of Sesame Street. We had SO many questions that we couldn’t get to from our Facebook Live Season 2 finale that Stephanie D’Abruzzo and Matt jumped back on to answer MORE questions!WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https...
2024-08-2921 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X - EP#2: The Movie That I Could Quote On My Deathbed (w/Millennial Mary Jacobson)Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they discuss “The Movie That I Could Quote on My Deathbed”. From H.I. and “Ed” McDunnough in “Raising Arizona” to Irwin M. Fletcher in “Fletch to Luke Skywalker in “Star Wars” characters in great movies often provide great quotes that we carry with us forever…even at the end of life (or so we hope).Special Guest: Mary Jacobson (Millennial 1981)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx...
2024-08-2745 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#6: Pop Culture BonanzaSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they talk about “Pop Culture Bonanza”…and all that that implies. Generation X came of age at the tail end of the Cold War and it was reflected in nearly everything we did and saw from our movies to our music, our television to our classrooms. Gen Xers also saw the birth of MTV and cable and so much more! But why read this description when you could hear all about...
2024-08-2246 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#5: Low Tech Fun, Part TwoSend us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they continue to talk about “Low-Tech Fun”. Back when we were kids we did fun things like play with Barbie, ride bikes, write plays, and read books — without a tablet or game console in sight (mostly). What will other generations remember about their low-tech fun? We’ll ask two Gen Z kids (two of Matt’s sons) all about what they did other than video games when they were growing up.
2024-08-2245 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSOLVE FOR GEN X EP#8: Pop Culture CRUSH!Send us a textOn this episode of Solve for Gen X, join Nate Starkey (Gen X 1971), Ashley Ward (Gen X 1972), and Matt Vogel (Gen X 1970) as they reveal their “Pop Culture CRUSH!”Special Guest: Franny Starkey (Millennial 1980)SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST:https://solveforgenx.buzzsprout.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvhttps://www.youtube.com/user/natestarkey1WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/...
2024-08-2243 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#57: Q&A and Sesame Music Stings (REWIND to December 14, 2017)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re rewinding to December 14, 2017 when we were shooting Season 49 of Sesame Street. This episode (the finale for season 2 of the Facebook Live shows) we’re in The Muppet Lounge doing a Q&A and features Sound Playback for Sesame Chris Sassano who plays some classic Sesame Street stings for us, Tyler Bunch, Peter Linz, Muppet Wrangler Lara MacLean, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Pam Arciero, and a bunch of Muppet Performers. Also appearing is Sesame producer Andrew Moriarty, director Scott Preston, and Joe Henne...
2024-08-2225 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#56: Directing Muppets, Part 2Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we continue our discussion with The Muppets Mayhem director Matt Sohn and Sesame Street director Ken Diego about directing Muppets. This is Part 2 of a two-part discussion all about Directing Muppets on the all-new episode of Below the Frame.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE 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
2024-08-1546 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelSneak Preview: SOLVE FOR GEN X EP#1: The Song That Ate My Teenage HeartSend us a textSneaking into the Below the Frame feed with a sneak preview of Matt Vogel's new podcast SOLVE FOR GEN X.What is SOLVE FOR GEN X?--TAKE three Gen Xers (Nate Starkey, Ashley Ward, and Matt Vogel)--ADD one topic to discuss about movies, music, pop culture--or whatever.--ADD one person from another generation (Baby Boomer, Millennial, Generation Z, etc.) to see if they share any common ground.--EQUALS...a new podcast called SOLVE FOR GEN X.SUBSCRIBE TO SOLVE FOR GEN X: https...
2024-08-1446 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#55: Directing Muppets, Part 1Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re talking with Sesame Street director Ken Diego and The Muppets Mayhem director Matt Sohn about directing Muppets. Matt, Ken, and Matt get into a lot of detail from collaborating with Muppet Performers to how to shoot the beloved characters and everything in-between. This is Part 1 of a two-part discussion all about Directing Muppets on the all-new episode of Below the Frame.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://be...
2024-08-0844 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#54: Sesame Street Specials (REWIND to December 7, 2017)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re rewinding to December 7, 2017, when we were shooting Season 49 of Sesame Street. We’re in The Muppet Lounge talking about Sesame Street Specials and the episode features director Shannon Flynn, Joe Hennes from ToughPigs, and Muppet Performers Martin P. Robinson, John Kennedy, Carmen Osbahr, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Peter Linz, Pam Arciero, Tyler Bunch, photographer Richard Termine, Keith Olsen from the props department, and Stephanie D’Abruzzo singing “True Blue Miracle” along with Johnny K and the Muppet Lounge Band. WATCH...
2024-08-0126 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#53: Craig Shemin, Part 2Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re continuing our chat with writer/producer Craig Shemin. In Part 2, we talk about MuppetFest, Jim Henson's Musical World (the Carnegie Hall shows), The Jim Henson Retrospectacle in New Zealand, and Craig’s book Sam and Friends: The Story of Jim Henson’s First Television Show. All of that, plus a lot more on this brand-new episode of Below the Frame.LINK TO CRAIG SHEMIN'S WEBSITE:https://www.craigshemin.com/LINK TO THE BOOK:https://www.amazon...
2024-07-2542 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#52: Craig Shemin, Part 1Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, we’re talking with writer/producer Craig Shemin. Craig talks about interning at Jim Productions, meeting Jim Henson, the many projects he’s written on, and so much more! This is Part 1 of a two-part discussion. Next week, we’ll talk about Craig’s book Sam and Friends: The Story of Jim Henson’s First Television Show on an all-new episode of Below the Frame.LINK TO CRAIG SHEMIN'S WEBSITE:https://www.craigshemin.com/LINK TO THE BOOK:https...
2024-07-1844 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#51: Music of Sesame Street (REWIND to November 16, 2017)Send us a textOn 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 and the Muppet Lounge Band. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtu...
2024-07-1124 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#50: Character Inheritors, Part 3Send us a textHave 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 inherited, or taken over from the previous performer(s) with a special appearance by four o...
2024-07-0433 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#49: Character Inheritors, Part 2Send us a textHave 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 inherited, or taken over from the previous performer(s).WATCH O...
2024-06-2732 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#48: Character Inheritors, Part 1Send us a textHave 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 over from the previous performer(s).WATCH ON YOUTUBE: h...
2024-06-2031 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#47: More Sesame Street Characters/Q&A (REWIND to Nov. 2, 2017)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com...
2024-06-1322 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#46: The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland, Part 2Send us a textHave 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 hilarious Bug, Stephanie played Grizzy, and Matt was on hand...
2024-06-0642 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#45: The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland, Part 1Send us a textHave 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 played Grizzy, and Matt was on hand assisting characters...
2024-05-3042 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#44: Sesame Street Characters (REWIND to October 26, 2017)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VOGE...
2024-05-2318 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#43: Two Crazy Weeks in MaySend us a textOn 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 Matt's going to take you through it all on this episode of...Below t...
2024-05-1638 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#42: First Day on Sesame Street (REWIND to October 19, 2017)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAG...
2024-05-0919 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#41: Puppets That You Wear, Part 3Send us a textEver 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 to what it's like being inside these...
2024-05-0234 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#40: Puppets That You Wear, Part 2Send us a textEver 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 to what it's like being inside these...
2024-04-2531 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#39: Puppets That You Wear, Part 1Send us a textEver 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 to what it's like being inside these...
2024-04-1850 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#38: Kermit at the Luck Reunion, Part 2Send us a textOn 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!WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@Mat...
2024-04-1135 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#37: Kermit at the Luck Reunion, Part 1Send us a textOn 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/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.co...
2024-04-0445 min
I Like WrestlingPost to Post with Matt VogelMatt takes a hot minute for a hot take about what Ronda Rousey and Shayna Bayszler’s feud could mean for the future of combat sports. He projects the upcoming Endeavor era and makes a strong case for why it will be better than anyone thinks.FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:TWITTER @ilwpodRACHEL’S TWITTER @rpolansky77 INSTAGRAM @ilwpodTIKTOK @mattvogel5 and @ilwpod#ilikewrestlingpod #ilwpod
2023-07-0504 minBelow The Frame with Matt VogelEP#36: Dave Goelz/Jerry Stories (Peter Linz)/"Be Positive"Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL...
2022-03-092h 06
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#35: Matt Vogel/"Doubling"/NOT Puppets (Joey Mazzarino)Send us a textOn 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 this week's Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!
2022-03-022h 02
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#34: John Tartaglia/Jerry Stories (John Kennedy)/"Drunk"Send us a textOn 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 Vogel!
2022-02-231h 59
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#33: The Sesame Street Mentees 2/Injury Corner (Mike Quinn)/NOT Puppets (Fran Brill)Send us a textOn 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 about NOT puppets! All on this wee...
2022-02-161h 47
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#32: Jan Nelson/Jerry Stories (Fran Brill)/"Hoboken Honey"Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE P...
2022-02-021h 12
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#31: The Muppets Studio/Injury Corner (David Rudman)/NOT Puppets (Alice Dinnean)Send us a textOn 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 Rudman was injured on the job, and we'll ask Muppet Performer Alice Dinnean a ques...
2022-01-261h 37
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#30: Bruce Lanoil/Injury Corner (Frankie Cordero)/NOT Puppets (Noel MacNeal)Send us a textOn 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!WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.you...
2022-01-191h 29
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#29: David Rudman/Jerry Stories (Leslie Carrara-Rudolph)/"Daddy's Comin' Home"Send us a textOn 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!WATCH ON YOUTUBE...
2022-01-121h 29
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEric Jacobson/"Good Eye Focus"/NOT Puppets (Ryan Dillon)Send us a textOn 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.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: ht...
2021-12-291h 52
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#28: Rollie Krewson/Injury Corner (Bruce Lanoil)/NOT Puppets (Louise Gold)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://ww...
2021-12-221h 21
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#25: Frankie Cordero/"Awkward Positions"/NOT Puppets (Warrick Brownlow-Pike)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON I...
2021-12-011h 40
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#24: Paul Rudolph/Jerry Stories (Fran Brill)/"Groovin' on Noah's Ark"Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/
2021-11-101h 38
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#23: Noel MacNeal/Injury Corner (Ryan Dillon)/Not Puppets (Jennifer Barnhart)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomem...
2021-11-031h 44
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#22: Alice Dinnean/"Cramped Spaces"/Not Puppets (Peter Linz)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com...
2021-10-271h 44
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#21: Kirk Thatcher/Injury Corner (Alice Dinnean)/Not Puppets (Julianne Buescher)Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VOGEL ON...
2021-10-201h 47
Below The Frame with Matt VogelCarmen Osbahr/Jerry Stories (Stephanie D'Abruzzo)/"Go Softly"Send us a textOn 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://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe...
2021-10-011h 23
Below The Frame with Matt VogelThe Sesame Street Mentees/"Yes, And..."/Not Puppets (John Kennedy)Send us a textOn 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 Kennedy (Mumford) a question about NOT puppets. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www...
2021-09-171h 52
Below The Frame with Matt VogelRyan Dillon/Jerry Stories (John Kennedy)/"Alligators"Send us a textOn 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.com/boomryandillonRyan Dillon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryandillonmuppeteerT...
2021-09-101h 42
Below The Frame with Matt VogelLeslie Carrara-Rudolph/Jerry Stories (Carmen Osbahr)/"Stompin' on the East Side"Send us a textOn 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.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https...
2021-09-031h 57
Below The Frame with Matt VogelBill Barretta/"Good Lip Sync"/Not Puppets (Carmen Osbahr)Send us a textOn 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.comTwitter: twitter.com/billbarrettaWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSC...
2021-08-271h 27
Below The Frame with Matt VogelFran Brill/Jerry Stories (Martin P. Robinson)/"Bumble Bees"Send us a textOn 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: ht...
2021-08-201h 07
Below The Frame with Matt VogelPeter Linz/"Live Hands"/Not Puppets (Fran Brill)Send us a textOn 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 question about NOT puppets!Peter's Website: http://www.peterlinz.com/Contact.htmlT...
2021-06-281h 49
Below The Frame with Matt VogelBONUS: "Kermit the Frog on Masked Singer"Send us a textOn this surprise bonus episode of Below The Frame, join Matt Vogel along with ToughPigs.com's Joe Hennes, as they talk all about Kermit the Frog's big reveal on the Season Five Premiere of Masked Singer. You can listen to the episode here on Below The Frame OR watch the interview on ToughPigs.com.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VOGEL ON TIKTOK: https...
2021-03-1633 min
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#18: Eric Jacobson/"Good Eye Focus"/Not Puppets (Ryan Dillon)Send us a textOn the Season One finale 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.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PO...
2020-12-021h 52
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#17: The Sesame Street Mentees/"Yes, And..."/Not Puppets (John Kennedy)Send us a textOn this 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 Kennedy (Mumford) a question about NOT puppets.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.yo...
2020-11-251h 52
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#16: Warrick Brownlow-Pike/Jerry Stories (Bill Evaul)/"Happy Little Song"Send us a textOn this episode of Below The Frame, Matt chats with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Warrick Brownlow-Pike (Gonger). We talk about his drive to be a puppeteer from a very early age, doing a daily live television show for kids, finally making to Sesame Street, and Netflix's The Dark Crystal: The Age of Resistance. We also hear a memory of a friend of Jerry Nelson's and get another Jerry Story and song.Warrick's Website: https://brownlow-pike.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/warrickbpWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.yo...
2020-11-181h 40
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#15: Leslie Carrara-Rudolph/Jerry Stories (Carmen Osbahr)/"Stompin' on the East Side"Send us a textOn this 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.comWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe...
2020-11-111h 57
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#14: Julianne Buescher/"Spatial Awareness"/Not Puppets (Jennifer Barnhart)Send us a textOn this 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INST...
2020-10-281h 23
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#13: John Kennedy/"Double-Stick Tape"/Not Puppets (Bill Barretta)Send us a textOn this week’s 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.comJohnny K Band: https://www.johnnykband.comBean Ball on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bean-ball/id1522378984WATCH...
2020-10-211h 42
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#12: Ryan Dillon/Jerry Stories (John Kennedy)/"Alligators"Send us a textOn this 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.com/boomryandillonRyan Dillon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryandillonmuppeteerThe I...
2020-10-141h 42
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#11: Fran Brill/Jerry Stories (Martin P. Robinson)/"Bumble Bees"Send us a textOn this 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 Street Muppet 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: ht...
2020-10-071h 07
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#10: Tyler Bunch/"Blue Skies"/Not Puppets (Pam Arciero)Send us a textOn this 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/welcomemattv/MATT VO...
2020-09-301h 33
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#9: Jim Lewis/Jerry Stories (David Rudman)/"Raggmopp" (live)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame, Matt talks with Muppet writer Jim Lewis about writing for Miss Piggy, collaboration with the Muppet Performers, and his family’s funeral home business. Matt introduces Muppet Performer David Rudman who talks about Jerry Nelson and reads a "Jerry Story". We also hear a song recorded live at a jam up at Jerry’s house on Cape Cod.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.in...
2020-09-231h 26
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#8: Bill Barretta/"Good Lip Sync"/Not Puppets (Carmen Osbahr)Send us a textOn this 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.comTwitter: twitter.com/billbarrettaWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE...
2020-09-161h 27
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#7: Pam Arciero/"Right Hands"/Not Puppets (Peter Linz)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame, join Matt as he talks with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Pam Arciero (Grundgetta) about growing up in Hawaii, meeting Kermit Love, Caroll & Debi Spinney, and the difficult job of being a right hand performer. We also ask Sesame Street and Disney Muppet Performer Peter Linz (Walter, Ernie, Herry Monster) something about NOT puppets.National Puppetry Conference/O'Neill Theater Center: https://www.theoneill.org/pupWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.co...
2020-09-091h 18
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#6: Martin P. Robinson/Jerry Stories (Paul Rudolph)/"Little Red" (demo)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame, Matt interviews Sesame Street Muppet Performer Martin P. Robinson (Telly Monster, Snuffy, Slimey the Worm) about growing up in Michigan—er—Wisconsin, working for Bil Baird, and his first day on Sesame Street. Sesame Street Vocal Music Director Paul Rudolph shares a memory of and reads a story by legendary Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson. We also listen to a demo of one of Jerry’s songs.All Hallow's Eve: https://allhallowsevemusical.com/the-show/WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv
2020-09-021h 48
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#5: Michelle Hickey & Lara MacLean/"Monitors"Send us a textOn this 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_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/w...
2020-08-261h 25
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#4: Jennifer Barnhart/"Bold Characters"/Not Puppets (Tyler Bunch)Send us a textOn this episode of Below the Frame, listen to Matt's conversation with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Jennifer Barnhart (Zoe, Granny Bird, Maggie Cadabby) as they talk about her experiences hanging out in bars at a young age, auditioning for Kathy Mullen on Between the Lions, and her first day on Sesame Street. We also learn about "Bold Characters" in puppetry, and Matt asks Muppet Performer Tyler Bunch (Louie) something about NOT puppets.WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/
2020-08-191h 26
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#3: Carmen Osbahr/Jerry Stories (Stephanie D'Abruzzo)/"Go Softly"Send us a textOn this 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://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout...
2020-08-121h 23
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#2: Peter Linz/"Live Hands"/Not Puppets (Fran Brill)Send us a textOn this 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 question about NOT puppets!Peter's Website: http://www.peterlinz.com/Contact.htmlTwitter: h...
2020-08-121h 49
Below The Frame with Matt VogelEP#1: Stephanie D'Abruzzo/"Arm Rods"/Not Puppets (Martin P. Robinson)Send us a textIn the premiere episode of Below the Frame, Matt talks with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Stephanie D'Abruzzo (Prairie Dawn). We also learn about how "Arm Rods" are used in puppetry, and Matt asks Sesame Street Muppet Performer Martin P. Robinson (Telly Monster, Snuffy, Slimey the Worm) something about NOT puppets.Stephanie D'Abruzzo's website: https://www.stephaniedabruzzo.comTwitter: twitter.com/dabruzzotweetsWATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tvSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST: https://belowtheframe.buzzsprout.com/MATT VOGEL ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.i...
2020-08-121h 20
Below The Frame with Matt VogelBelow the Frame - The TrailerSend us a textThis is the trailer for the podcast of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, a weekly podcast for fans of the Sesame Street and Disney Muppets. Premieres Wednesday, August 12th, 2020.ABOUT MATT VOGEL:Matt Vogel is one of the core Disney Muppet Performers and plays Kermit the Frog, Sgt. Floyd Pepper, Uncle Deadly, Lew Zealand, Crazy Harry, Dr. Julius Strangepork, Camilla, Sweetums, Pops, and Constantine. He is one of the Sesame Street Muppet Performers and plays Big Bird, The Count, Mr. Johnson, and others. As part of Sesame Street’s dir...
2020-07-2304 min