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East Pickens PodcastWhy Christmas Matters: Scripture, Tradition & the Heart of the Season // East Pickens PastorsIn this special Christmas episode, the pastors of East Pickens talk about why Christmas matters and how to keep Christ at the center of the season. They discuss the meaning of the Incarnation, why the virgin birth is essential, and how Old Testament prophecies point to Jesus. The conversation also includes practical ideas for families—reading Scripture together, shaping Christ-centered traditions, teaching kids the true meaning of Christmas, serving others, and making worship a priority. Blending humor, personal stories, and biblical truth, this episode encourages every family to slow down and remember that Christmas is ultimately about Jesus, salvation, an...
2025-12-0442 min
KIDS Radio ShowThe Music of Our Language“The Music of Our Language” first aired on Sept. 3, 1983
Miss Carolyn helps the KIDS Radio crew learn our language through song.
Of note: The original reel-to-reel recording was not salvageable for digitization, so Carolyn and Kel proved they still got it and jumped into the studio to re-record their lines.
Starring:
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry, and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Songs:
The Vowel Boogie
The World is Full of Opposites
Homonyms
Verbs are Action Words
The Plural Sna...
2024-10-2626 min
Around Pickens Podcast017 - Developing Pickens with Planning & Development Director Charles ReeseWhat we build and where we build it can have a big impact on what gives our community its character. With Pickens’ population growing faster than ever before conversations about land development have gotten very spirited. That is why this month we decided to sit down with the county’s new Planning and Development Director, Charles Reese. Our conversation touched on a number of topics including approaches to balancing development, updating the code of ordinances, and how Charles plans to focus on public education.Links:Visit Planning & Development’s webpag...
2024-07-0119 minKIDS Radio ShowGood Apple Show“Good Apple Show” first aired on March 27, 1982.
An early episode featuring Miss Carolyn’s disc jockey skills with musical selections from Good Apple Inc. The Giant Blueberry interviews students from a local elementary school.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry and Mr. John Phillips Snoozer, the band Director – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Kid interviewees - Stillwater Sangre Ridge Elementary students
Of Special Note:
“Rests” is from Carolyn West Meyer’s album “Music Is For Everyone!” written by Carolyn and published by Good Apple, Inc., in August 1980.
Musicians on that song were:
Lead Vocal – Carolyn West Meyer
Moog Synthesizer – Tom Brooks
Banjo – Rex Th...
2024-06-2227 minKIDS Radio ShowA Salute to Fathers“A Salute to Fathers” first aired on June 20, 1987.
Daphne and Theodore argue about whose dad is the best. The Giant Blueberry reminiscences about playing the blues on the beach with his daddy-o and family.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Ma Metal as a park ride operator, and Daphne – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry, and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Theodore’s Dad – Danny McGowan
If you’re a fan of good stories and dogs, you won’t want to miss out on carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the fascina...
2024-06-1536 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Inchling“The Inchling” first aired on Jan. 18, 1986.
With a soup bowl for a hat, a needle for a sword and a straw for a sheath, a small boy heads to the capital to find his fortune.
Starring:
Ant, Theodore, as The Inchling, The Giant Blueberry, as the Lord of the Mansion, Demon, and Gribigal – Kel Pickens
Young wife, Daphne, as The Princess – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Narrator and Old Husband – Pat Glass
If you’re a fan of good stories and dogs, you won’t want to miss out on...
2024-06-0839 minKIDS Radio ShowDental Hygiene Show“Dental Hygiene Show” first aired on Feb. 27, 1982.
Getting to the “tooth” of the matter, this episode helped young listeners learn the importance of care for their teeth during Dental Health Month.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Tooth Fairy – Cindy Petree
If you’re a fan of good stories and dogs, you won’t want to miss out on carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the fascinating travel tales of her and Kel’s pups, a journey you can experience through her engaging books, avail...
2024-06-0124 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Black Castle Epic“The Black Castle Epic” first aired in 1982.
Mrs. Carloyn takes a winter nap and wakes up in a strange land with Mr. Invento. To find their way home, they seek out a dragon with knowledge of the Two-Tone Sceptre of Power.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, The Queen – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, The Gribogel, Winken, Blinken and Nod – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
The Coot as in Mellow Yellow Coot, Koco the Kangaroo – Jeff Kopeckuy
Dragon – John Wilguess (KSPI radio employee)
If you enjoy a good story and lik...
2024-05-2532 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Educational Activities Show“The Educational Activities Show” first aired on Jan. 9, 1982.
Well-known children’s music artist Hap Palmer’s songs are featured in this special episode.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Sharpe the Two-Headed Man and Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Flat, the other head’s name – Randy Pease
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and di...
2024-05-1823 minKIDS Radio ShowSpace Epic“Space Epic” first aired in 1981.
In this early episode, Miss Carolyn takes a trip in Mr. Invento’s peanut butter-powered Universal Transporter.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Space Explorer – David Free (Head of the News Department at KSPI)
The Nose – Unknown Actor
Of Special Interest:
Melodies Don’t Stand Still music and lyrics written by Carolyn Meyer will be featured in this episode. It is from her first album, Music is for Everyone.
Musicians who perfor...
2024-05-1128 minKIDS Radio ShowThe May Day PicnicThe original date on air has yet to be discovered for “The May Day Picnic.”
Mr. Invento and Miss Carolyn take Ferd, Mr. Invento’s Swedish cousin, out for a picnic to learn how Americans spend their leisure time.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento and Ant – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Cousin Ferd – unknown
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
2024-05-0425 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Arctic Expedition “The Arctic Expedition” first aired on March 22, 1986.
Mr. Invento’s peanut butter-powered airplane runs out of fuel while flying over the Arctic. Surviving the sticky crash, he and Miss Carolyn wander the cold, blustery Arctic.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Clancy McGrub – Adam Hughes
Muck Luck the Eskimo – unknown
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
...
2024-04-2737 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Weather Show“The Weather Show” first aired Jan. 17, 1982.
Mr. Invento convinces Miss Carolyn to take a ride in his weather balloon. As they ascend into the clouds, they encounter the God of thunder.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:Thor – John Wilguess (KSPI 94 FM employee)
Of Special Interest:
“Three String Guitar” is featured in this show. It was written by Carolyn West Meyer from her 1980 album “Music is for Everyone!.”
Musicians playing on it are:
Lead Vocal – Carolyn Meyer
Classical Guitar – Rex Thomas
Baldwin Grand Piano & Oberheim Sy...
2024-04-2027 minKIDS Radio ShowThe April Fool Lives“The April Fool Lives!” first aired in April 1982.
Miss Carolyn is lost in the woods on an unfortunate day. Will laughter help her find a way home?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The April Fool and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
The Headwaiter – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co...
2024-04-1327 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Easter Parade“The Easter Parade” first aired unknown?
A movie star joins Miss Carolyn to provide commentary on the Easter parade.
Starring:
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry, and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Movie Star, Mr. Fernando Yacks – Mark Wedel
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Ke...
2024-04-0632 min
KIDS Radio ShowThe Easter Show“The Easter Show” first aired April 10, 1982.
Chickens are beefing with bunnies over the origin of Easter eggs.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Biff (Easter) Bunny – Ricky Peale
Walter the Rooster – Randy Pease
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer an...
2024-03-3028 minKIDS Radio ShowFrankly Fantasy“Frankly Fantasy” first aired Oct. 4, 1986.
The Universal Transporter is broken after Miss Carolyn and Mr. Invento crash land in a mysterious world where they meet a bandi snatcher bounty hunter.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Captain Friendly the Space Explorer – John Labow
The Nose – Wade Tower
This show is a parody of sci-fi adventure mixed with the Wizard of Oz.
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true trav...
2024-03-2325 minKIDS Radio ShowRicky Stick Man Show“Ricky Stick Man Show” first aired in 1982.
Miss Carolyn and Ricky Stick Man encourage young listeners to move and dance to the music in this episode.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Of Special Interest:
“Feel the Beat,” written by Carolyn Meyer, is one of the songs featured in this episode. It is from her 1980 Good Apple, Inc. album “Music Is For Everyone!” released in August 1980 along with an activity book.
Musicians:
Lead Vocal - Carolyn Meyer
Drums and Assorted Percussion Instruments - Jack Gilfoy
Electric...
2024-03-1625 minKIDS Radio ShowGreen Submarine“Green Submarine” first aired on Aug. 27, 1983.
Blueberry overboard! Blueberry overboard! How will Miss Carolyn and Captain Seaweed save The Giant Blueberry?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Captain Seaweed – David Free (News Director at KSPI)
Fisherman – John Wilguess (KSPI Employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
2024-03-0926 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Stilltown Musicians“The Stilltown Musicians” first aired April 30, 1983.
A donkey is about to lose his job as a rock band roadie, which motivates him to start his own band. He recruits bandmates on his journey to Stilltown.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Daphne as Robber #1 – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry as Donkey, and Robber #2 – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Bingo the Hound Dog – Jeff Kopecky
Cat – Cindy Petree
Rooster – Jim Huddleston (KSPI Disc Jockey)
OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The song “Music Street” is from Carolyn Meyer’s first album, "Music Is For Everyone!" was published by Good Apple, Inc., Carth...
2024-03-0228 minKIDS Radio ShowComic Clones“Comic Clones” first aired on April 26, 1986.
Miss Carolyn and The Giant Blueberry sense something is wrong with Mr. Invento. The absent-minded scientist’s hubris causes havoc and confusion.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Carmen Gigantica – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry, Schnitzel, and Waiter – Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.Episodes were...
2024-02-2440 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Marriage of Invento“The Marriage of Invento” first aired on June 7, 1986.
Mr. Invento’s aversion to opera causes him to fall asleep during a performance. He awakens to wedding bells and The Giant Blueberry as his best man.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Anna Maria Spaghetti, Carmen Gigantica, and Daphne – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, Theodore, The Giant Blueberry, and the Minister – Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode...
2024-02-1737 minKIDS Radio ShowValentine's Day Show“KIDS Radio Valentine’s Day Show” first aired on Feb. 13, 1982.
Cupid makes a guest appearance on this special holiday episode. Miss Carolyn doesn’t take the cherub seriously and becomes smitten with a certain inventor.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
A Warm Fuzzy and Cupid – Ricky Peale
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens. Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with...
2024-02-1024 minKIDS Radio ShowMr. Invento's Secret Admirer“Mr. Invento’s Secret Admirer” first aired on Feb. 11, 1984.
A decent archer but a lousy poet expresses their love for Mr. Invento. The excitable scientist is thrown into a whirlwind of infatuation from Carmen Gigantica.
Starring:
Mr. Invento, Telegram Delivery Man – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn, Carmen Gigantica – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pick...
2024-02-0325 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Case of the Mysterious Follower“The Case of the Mysterious Follower” first aired on Sept. 5, 1982.
Detective Freddie Fox has his work cut out for him in a case involving a mysterious cassette tape left for KIDS Radio Show host, Miss Carolyn.
Starring:
The Client - Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Harry Foote – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
World’s Greatest Little Known Detective - Freddie Fox – Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Cr...
2024-01-2723 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Frog Prince“The Frog Prince” first aired on Sept. 22, 1984.
An amphibian offers to help a Princess recover her golden ball from a deep well in exchange for companionship. Will she hold up her end of the bargain or risk the ire of the King?
Starring:
Daphne as Princess Mary – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento as the King – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Narrator – Joy Fieldsend
The Frog Prince and The Prince – Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her...
2024-01-2032 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Feebles' Court“The Feebles’ Court” first aired Sept. 17, 1983.
The Giant Blueberry has been sued and receives a summons from a popular courtroom TV show.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn and Daphne Hogsbreath – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry and the Bailiff – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Announcer at The Feebles’ Court – Jeff Kopecky
Judge B. Bopner – John Wilguess
Special Guest Star – “The Latent Mouseketeer”
OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The song “Who Did the What, Where, and When?” is from Carolyn and Kel’s album “The Music of Our Language” and is featured in this show. The Red Dirt musicians who performed on this so...
2024-01-1330 minKIDS Radio ShowTrains“Trains” first aired Jan. 27, 1982
The Giant Blueberry gets ON his first music train.
Starring:
The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Anna Maria Allegro a.k.a. Anna Maria Spaghetti – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Ticket Master Seller and a passenger – David Free (News Director at KSPI 94 FM Radio Station)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produce...
2024-01-0624 minAround Pickens Podcast010 - Keeping Pickens Green with Recycling & Solid Waste Director Kenny WoodardTrash is a big deal. According to the EPA the average American generates 4.9 pounds of solid waste a day. That is nearly 1,800 pounds per year! But not all of that is waste, in fact about 25% or so can be reused meaning that families can literally make a TON of difference by recycling. In this month’s episode we spoke with Pickens County’s Recycling and Solid Waste Director Kenny Woodard to talk about our recycling operations and how it benefits our county and its citizens. Later in the episode Chairman Stancil answers a listener’s question about warming shelters. Rememb...
2024-01-0129 minKIDS Radio ShowThe New Year's Eve Party“The New Year’s Eve Party” first aired on Jan. 1, 1983
It’s a New Year’s Eve party, and Miss Carolyn’s nephew Theodore is determined to discover why the adults rave so much about it. “Gnu” jokes abound when the South African Gnu attends.
Starring:
Theodore, Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry, Rasta Man, The South African Gnu and Ricky Stick Man – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Ma Metal as the Cook – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Party Host – David Free (News Director at KSPI 94FM)
Of Special Note:
Carolyn and Kel won the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters’s Award for Best Children’s Radio Prog...
2023-12-3025 minKIDS Radio ShowA Giant Blueberry Christmas“A Giant Blueberry Christmas” first aired Dec. 23, 1984.
Santa Claus lands in jail after crashing his rocket-powered sleigh on Christmas Eve, and the Giant Blueberry volunteers to finish Santa’s gift-giving mission while Theodore pilots the holiday craft.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore and The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Narrator – Joy Fieldsend
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you should check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode wa...
2023-12-2334 minKIDS Radio ShowA Dinosaur Dilemma“A Dinosaur Dilemma” first aired April 9, 1988.
In a parody of Mr. Peabody’s “Way Back Machine,” it’s the age of the dinosaurs, and Mr. Carolyn and Mr. Invento find unlikely friends to help them escape the past and return to the future.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Narrator and Bronto – John Labow
Abraham Lincoln – David Free
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you should check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook...
2023-12-1625 minKIDS Radio ShowPyramid Paranoia“Pyramid Paranoia” first aired Nov. 12, 1983
With the unwanted help from Miss Carolyn, Ricky Stick Man constructs a pyramid out of sticks. They step inside only to be transported to the middle of a desert. They take shelter in what they think is a cave.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Ricky Stick Man and the Talking Snake – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
King Rootin’ Tootin’ – John Wilguess (KSPI 94FM employee)
Of Special Interest:
The song "The Plural Snakes” is from one of Carolyn and Kel’s albums. This educational record included an activity book and...
2023-12-0926 minKIDS Radio ShowRumpledkiltskin“Rumpledkiltskin” first aired Jan. 28, 1984
“A strange and ugly little character” spins straw into gold for a soon-to-be Queen. But what did she give in exchange, and how will she save her royal future?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn and Miller’s Daughter – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, Mr. Invento playing the Miller, and The Giant Blueberry playing Rumpledkiltskin – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Narrator – Joy Fieldsend*
The King – Trevor Fieldsend*
*Joy and Trevor, a married couple originally from Sheffield, England - now U.S. citizens, are good friends of Carolyn and Kel’s.
OF SPECIAL INTEREST:...
2023-12-0228 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Thanksgiving Parade“The Thanksgiving Parade” first aired on Nov. 27, 1982
Miss Carolyn and the Giant Blueberry announce a Thanksgiving parade full of fun music and whimsical floats until Mr. Invento’s driverless float makes a predictable mess.
Starring:
The Giant Blueberry, Tex Mex, Garry Gobbler(President of the International Turkey Union) and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn as the parade announcer and MC – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credit...
2023-11-2528 minKIDS Radio ShowNo Artificial Substitutes“No Artificial Substitutes” first aired Sept. 24, 1983
Theodore and Daphne give their substitute teacher, The Giant Blueberry, a real hard time after he assigns the task of writing a poem.
Starring:
Little Theodore, The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn, Daphne the Cockney School Girl – Carolyn Meyer
OF SPECIAL NOTE: Two of the songs included in this episode are from Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens’ album “The Music of Our Language,” published in 1983 by Good Apple, Inc., Carthage, IL. Music by Carolyn Meyer and Lyrics by Kel Pickens and Carolyn Meyer. Songs were arranged by Carolyn Meye...
2023-11-1827 minKIDS Radio ShowElection Elation“Election Elation” first aired Nov. 3, 1984
Mud-slinging abounds as Daphne and Theodore campaign against each other for student council President at Tippecanoe Elementary.
Starring:
Theodore and Tippecanoe Elementary Principle – Max Nodifference – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Daphne the Cockney School Girl – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Bob Byline, Editor of the Canoe Balloo – Jim Huddleston (DJ at KSPI 94FM)
OF SPECIAL INTEREST: One of Carolyn and Kel’s songs from their second album, “The Music of Our Language,” is featured in this episode. “The World is Full of Opposites,” with music by Carolyn Meyer and lyrics by Kel...
2023-11-1134 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Sorcerer's Apprentice“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” first aired Oct. 27, 1984
A strange wizard needs an apprentice who cannot read. Desperate for a job, Theodore deceives his new employer and uses his ability to read books full of powerful spells.
Starring:
Theodore as the Apprentice and Mr. Invento as The Sorcerer – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Daphne as the Sorcerer’s Maid – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Narrator – Joy Fieldsend
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Avail...
2023-11-0431 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Boogie Woogie Haunted Hootenanny“The Boogie Boogie Haunted Hootenanny” first aired Oct. 31, 1987
Unexpectedly visited by a ghost in her garage, Miss Carolyn is suddenly host to a ghoulish musical gathering on Halloween. The Giant Blueberry saves the day with a truly horrific costume.
Starring:
The narrator, Boris, Herkle (Igor’s brother) and The Giant Blueberry as a Gribigal – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Igor – Rick Carstens
The Boogie Woogie Ghost – Jeff Kopecky
Count Alacard – unknown
The Big Orange Jack O’ Lantern – Wade Tower
Fun Fact: Carolyn and Kel reprised their roles in 2023 to record segments tha...
2023-10-2827 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Werewolf's Web“The Werewolf’s Web" first aired Oct. 9, 1983
“Even a man who says his prayers before he sleeps each night, may turn to a wolf when the wolf’s bane blooms and the moon is high and bright.”
Miss Carolyn reluctantly takes her nephew Theodore trick-or-treating during a full moon.
Starring:
Theodore, the Werewolf and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paper...
2023-10-2227 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Haunted Halloween Hootenanny“The Haunted Halloween Hootenanny” first aired Oct. 28, 1982
This episode chronicles one of several ghastly holiday parties that sprang up in the home of the hostess, Miss Carolyn. It seems that the Good Ghost can't help himself when throwing Halloween parties for his ghoulish guests. The lineup of terrific Halloween songs for this party is unforgettable. Listeners were challenged to write the ingredients they would add to a witch's brew, which employees judged, and the winner had his lyrical additives dropped into the song "Witch's Brew" sung at the end of this show. A local boy named Jonathan Kocan...
2023-10-1428 minKIDS Radio ShowName that Trick-or-Treat Tune“Name that Trick-or-Treat Tune” first aired Oct. 23, 1982
In this game-show parody, Miss Carolyn is lucky enough to appear as a contestant on “Name That Trick-or-Treat Tune.” This particular game show has rules and prizes that reflect the Halloween spirit. She has to compete against another contestant named Ray Cumberbund, who is quite intent on winning, but that has twists and consequences. The MC, Leo Gumbo, who looks strangely like a famous figure of satire and parody, takes macabre pleasure in his job.
Starring:
Ray Cumberbund– Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
MC, Leo...
2023-10-0725 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Changing of Proteus“The Changing of Proteus” first aired Sept. 18, 1982
The K.I.D.S radio show is at risk of being eaten by the Queen of Riddles if Miss Carolyn doesn’t correctly guess the Queen’s real name. A shape-shifting creature joins her in a trek across the jungle to find the correct answer and save her show.
Starring:
Proteus, Giraffe, Squirrel, Elephant, Monkey and Old Jungle Guru - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Queen of Riddles and Bunny – C.M. Petree
Lion – John Wilguess (KSPI FM employee)
If you enjoy a good...
2023-09-3024 minKIDS Radio ShowFrolics in the Fall“Frolics In The Fall” first aired Oct. 1, 1983
With the leaves crunching under their feet, Miss Carolyn tries to teach her nephew Theodore how to love fall weather while tasking him with raking the leaves. In a dream, Jack Frost recruits Theodore to help usher in fall colors.
Starring:
Theodore - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Jack Frost – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pup...
2023-09-2326 minKIDS Radio ShowThe 10th Anniversary Show“The 10th Anniversary Show” first aired September 2, 1991
As Miss Carolyn prepares to broadcast another KIDS Radio Show, she is surprised by a mysterious host who walks her through the past ten years of KIDS Radio Show. Voices from the present and the past converge in this reflective show.
Starring:
Uncle Don, Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry, Little Theodore (Miss Carolyn’s Nephew) and The South African Gnu - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn, Daphne, Anna Maria Spaghetti and Carmen Gigantic – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Ralph Barker, the Emcee - David Free (News Reporter at KSPI FM...
2023-09-1637 min
Uniquely You with Destiny Pickens#83:Breaking the Stigma: Let’s Talk Mental Health With Dr.Sherri YoderMental health is a vital aspect of our overall well-being that influences how we think, feel, and act. It encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting our daily functioning, relationships, and ability to cope with life's challenges. However, despite its significance, mental health remains stigmatized and often overlooked in society, especially in the Christian community. Understanding and addressing mental health is crucial not only for individuals but also for promoting healthier communities and societies. Dr. Sherri Yoder is an Author, Coach, Founder, and Executive Director of Thriving Thoughts Global. She...
2023-09-1435 minKIDS Radio ShowLittle Red Riding Snood
“Little Red Riding Snood” first aired March 3, 1984
Red loves the riding hood her grandma made for her, but grandma isn’t feeling well. On the way to Grandma’s house, Red runs into a curious wolf in the woods.
Starring:
Theodore, Snood’s Mother, The Woodsman, played by Ricky Stick Man, and The Endangered Fairy Tale Species Department Guy, played by Mr. Invento - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn, Red Riding Snood, Grandma – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Big Bad Wolf – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and...
2023-09-0928 minKIDS Radio ShowMachine Mirth“Machine Mirth” first aired Jan. 29, 1983.
With the assistance of his talking computer, Clarence, Mr. Invento builds a space shuttle that sends him and Miss Carolyn to the moons of a distant planet in a far-off galaxy. Clarence realizes his limitations and Miss Carolyn has an idea.
Starring:
Clarence the Machine and Mr. Invento - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Melvin the Motorcycle Racer – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true tra...
2023-09-0225 minKIDS Radio ShowA Flair for the Fair“A Flair for the Fair” first aired Sept. 10, 1983.
Mr. Invento and Miss Carolyn go on a wild ride at the County Fair. Can a little poetry calm Mr. Invento’s turning stomach? Miss Carolyn saves the inventor from Boris the Amazing Dancing Bear.
Starring:
Mr. Invento and Alfred Bohemian the Mad Poet – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Midway carnival worker and Old Country Fiddler – John Wilguess (KSPI FM 94 radio station employee)
Of Special Interest:
This episode features the song “My Good Old Country Fiddle.” It received an Ho...
2023-08-2628 minKIDS Radio ShowMr. Invento's School Bus“Mr. Invento’s School Bus” first aired Sept. 4, 1982.
It’s the first day of school, and Miss Carolyn agrees to join Mr. Invento on his super sound system-equipped school bus. On the bus, Mr. Invento engages in what he thinks is an automatic pilot system.
Starring:
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
School bus kids – Portrayed by Stillwater Public Schools students: Scott, Ed, Eileen, April, Kelly, Pat, Bo, Jim, Sue, Karen, Tonya, Janette, Miles, Shannon, Kate, John, Meg, Joy, Elizabeth and Louise.
Of Special Interest:
Jeff Picke...
2023-08-1824 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Zoo Blues“The Zoo Blues” first aired May 5, 1984.
Mr. Invento promises Miss Carolyn a relaxing, carefree trip to the Zoo. Mr. Invento finds new friends in the cages, including the South African Gnu.
Starring:
Mr. Invento and The South African Gnu - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and...
2023-08-1331 minKIDS Radio ShowI'd Rather Fly“I’d Rather Fly” first aired Sept. 29, 1984.
Miss Carolyn and The African Gnu hop aboard an airplane hoping to arrive in beautiful Hawaii. Things go awry when little creatures are spotted outside on the plane’s wings, and the plane’s lavatory goes missing. Fans of The Twilight Zone will be amused by the reference to a famous episode starring William Shatner.
Starring:
The South African Gnu - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Daphne, the cockney school girl – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Flight Attendant – Jim Huddleston (DJ at KSPI 94 FM Radio)
If you enjoy a...
2023-08-0529 minKIDS Radio ShowA Day at the Lake“A Day at the Lake” first aired July 25, 1992.
Loosely based on a "truthy" story of what happened to Kel, Carolyn, and Carolyn's mother at a lake in Oklahoma in the late 1980s. This episode also parodied the late 1970s film "Deliverance."
In search of a place to put in his sailboat, The Giant Blueberry gets friendly with the locals to get directions to the lake. Theodore and his aunt Miss Carolyn aren't so sure about the Blueberry's diminutive sailboat. Will they survive a storm on the seas and the new friend Jimbo?
Starring:
...
2023-07-2926 minKIDS Radio ShowRace Car Regrets“Race Car Regrets” first aired February 16, 1985
Mr. Invento enters his peanut-buttered power race car with tires made of donut dough in the Baloney 500. Will his sticky wheels keep him on the track?
Starring:
Mr. Invento, Ricky Stick Man and Announcer - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Famed race driver, Jackie Stewart - ?
Racetrack Manager - ?
Race car drivers, Butch Monroe - ?
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s p...
2023-07-2228 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Perils of Pirates“The Perils of Pirates” first aired April 28, 1984
Miss Carolyn and The Giant Blueberry sneak aboard an old pirate ship they thought was on public display when they unknowingly fall into a time warp. The original pirates mistake The Giant Blueberry for Captain Bluebeard and swashbuckling sword fights ensue.
Starring:
The Giant Blueberry and Pirate First Mate - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Captain Davey - Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true tr...
2023-07-1527 minKIDS Radio ShowLittle League Lampoon“Little League Lampoon” first aired June 4, 1983.
Theodore’s little league baseball team has made it to the championships. Will Theodore come through at the plate for his team? Will Mr. Invento survive as a substitute umpire? The game may never be the same.
Starring:
Theodore and Mr. Inventor as the Umpire - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Howard Blowsell and The Coach - Scott Pedersen, from the OSU Athletic Department
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn...
2023-07-0827 minKIDS Radio ShowA Fantastic FourthA Fantastic Fourth
Somehow Mr. Invento has convinced town leaders to allow him to be in charge of the fireworks display on the Fourth of July. Ms. Gigantica was impressed by his micro-computer-powered pyrotechnics when she spilled her slug-flavored drink all over the scientist's machines. Will the town survive?
Starring:
Theodore, Mr. Invento, The Giant Blueberry and Announcer - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn and Carrnen Gigantica - Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in pap...
2023-07-0131 minKIDS Radio ShowI.T. Part 2“I.T. Part 2” first aired in the fall of 1982.
In part two, Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore rush through the big city to help I.T. escape the circus man and return to the planet Chicago.
Starring:
Theodore, I.T., Mr. Invento, Paisley Terrence Barnum - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each epi...
2023-06-2425 minKIDS Radio ShowI.T. Part 1“I.T. Part 1” first aired in the fall of 1982.
In this two-part episode that parodies two popular films, “The Elephant Man” and E.T. the Extraterrestrial,” Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore help I.T. avoid capture by the circus. “I.T. phone home!”
Starring:
Theodore, I.T., Paisley Terrence Barnum - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:...
2023-06-1724 minKIDS Radio ShowColors of the Rainbow🌈 “Colors of the Rainbow” first aired September 12, 1982
A very special character makes his big blue debut in this episode. Miss Carolyn captured a leprechaun at the end of the rainbow, and she demands a wish for “the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.” Little does she know she’s about to experience colors like she never imagined.
Starring:
Mellow Yellow Coot, The Great Cool One, and The Giant Blueberry - Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Garby O’Dill - Jeff Kopecky
If you enjoy a good story and...
2023-06-1024 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Talent Show“The Talent Show” first aired September 8, 1984
Many talented singers and musicians, including Miss Carolyn, enter a talent show hosted by Mr. Invento. Whoever receives the loudest applause from the audience will win.
Starring:
Theodore and Red Nose (leader of the band called The Noses) – Kel Pickens
Miss Carolyn, Carmen Gigantica, Anna Maria Spaghetti and Shirley Dimple – Carolyn Meyer
Guest Starring:
Leader of the Fly Flickers, Jogging Blues Poet, Gonzo Mohair (leader of Gonzo Mohair and the Bunson Burners band) – Jim Huddleston (Disc Jockey at KSPI)
If you enjoy a good story and like do...
2023-06-0329 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Bored of Education“The Bored of Education” first aired May 28, 1983.
It’s the last day of school. Theodore and Daphne’s substitute teacher, The Giant Blueberry, learn that providing his students one last lesson before summer break is futile.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Daphne and school teacher Mrs. Academy – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry as a substitute teacher, Mr. Invento as the school bus driver – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Squeegie (like a Pee Wee Herman impersonation) - Another unknown talent
Jimmy, Charlene, Billy, Linda, Brad - Unknown talented kids
If you enjoy a good story and lik...
2023-05-2728 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Camping Trip“The Camping Trip” first aired May 21, 1983.
Miss Carolyn, her nephew Theodore and The Giant Blueberry are in for a slithering surprise while on a camping trip.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Of Special Interest:
The featured song, “The Plural Snakes,” is from our album “The Music of our Language,” with music composed by Carolyn Meyer and lyrics by Kel Pickens and Carolyn Meyer,
Red Dirt musicians who played the song:
Mike Hufford - Lamb Recording Studio engineer and drums
Carolyn Meyer - Lead and Backgroun...
2023-05-2025 minKIDS Radio ShowMother's Day Episode“Mother’s Day Episode” aired first on May 9, 1987.
Miss Carolyn and the Giant Blueberry try to convince Theodore that his mother loves him and he should show his appreciation for everything she does for him. Daphne sets him straight.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn and Daphne the Cockney Schoolgirl – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episod...
2023-05-1333 minKIDS Radio ShowPart 2: The Lizard of Toz“The Lizard of Toz” Part 2 first aired May 19, 1984
In part two, Dorothy and her friends attempt to fulfill The Lizard of Toz’s request to capture the Wicked Witch of the Westside’s bandy. But the westside witch is prepared for their arrival with her air force of antaphants. Will Dorothy make it home to Kansas?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn and Daphne as the Wicked Witch of the Westside – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, who narrates, a Munchkin, Mr. Invento as Salvage Man, The South African Gnu, The Giant Blueberry as The Scarecrow, and the Lizard of Toz (behin...
2023-05-0629 minKIDS Radio ShowPart 1: The Lizard of Toz“The Lizard of Toz” Part 1 first aired May 12, 1984
A campy parody of “The Wiz” and “The Wizard of Oz” starring multiple KIDS Radio Show characters. Dorothy and her friends seek the help of a giant lizard to get her home. Will they be able to fulfill his request in exchange?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn and Daphne as the Wicked Witch of the Westside – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, who narrates, a Munchkin, Mr. Invento as Salvage Man, The South African Gnu, The Giant Blueberry as The Scarecrow, and the Lizard of Toz (behind the curtain) – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring...
2023-04-2928 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Environment Requirement“The Environment Requirement” originally aired May 7, 1983
While picking up trash in the forest, Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore witness something awful. They learn the activities of people are harming the natural world.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore and Eagle – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Hunter – John Wilguess (KSPI employee)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produce...
2023-04-2225 minKIDS Radio ShowMagic“Magic” first aired Oct. 9, 1982
A magician’s wand and top hat amaze and terrify the Giant Blueberry and Miss Carolyn.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry, Jack Rabbit – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
The African Explorer – David Free (News Director at KSPI)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens...
2023-04-1525 minKIDS Radio ShowStuffed Toys“Stuffed Toys” originally aired April 23, 1983.
Miss Carolyn and The South African Gnu are magically transported to a teddy bear picnic where stuffed toys have come to life.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The South African Gnu, Elf – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
The Raggedy Rag Doll – Alyson Young
Danny the Giant Panda – ???
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co-p...
2023-04-0824 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Arithmeticky Disco“The Arithmeticky Disco” originally aired Nov. 6, 1982.
In an attempt to create a new image of himself, Mr. Invento puts his dancing shoes on at the Disco.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Bouncer – John Wilguess
John Revolting, the Disco DJ – David Garrett (Sports Broadcaster at KSPI)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in paperback and ebook.
Credits:
Each episode was co...
2023-04-0125 min
Uniquely You with Destiny Pickens#61: The Importance of knowing who we are in Christ -Part 3This episode is the conclusion of the 3-part series we have been on for a while now. By the way, if you haven't checked out the others, you should.In this episode, I would like to help those struggling with knowing how to live out their identity in Christ by sharing 5 practical ways to do so. If this is you, grab a seat and join me. ● Living in obedience.There are so many ways a believer can live in obedience to Christ. Thankfully, the bible, our guide, is always available to sh...
2023-03-3010 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Pet Show“The Pet Show” originally aired Feb. 2, 1983.
Miss Carolyn, Theodore, Mr. Invento and Anna Maria Spaghetti compete in a local pet show. Will they impress the judge and bring home a win?
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Anna Maria Spaghetti – Carolyn Meyer
Theodore, Announcer and Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Pet Show Judge – Jeff Kopecky
Bennie the Beagle – David Free (News Director at KSPI)
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her and Kel’s pups. Available in pa...
2023-03-2525 minKIDS Radio ShowFinally Spring!“Finally Spring!” first aired April 16, 1983
The Stink Bug attempts to hold Mother Nature for ransom to stop Spring from coming. But what does he want in exchange? KIDS Radio Show?!? The Giant Blueberry joins Miss Carolyn on a mission to save Mother Nature and the radio show.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry Theodore – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
The Stink Bug – John Wilguess
Ant – forgotten
Mother Nature – C.M. Petree
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true trave...
2023-03-1827 minKIDS Radio ShowSt. Patrick's Day Paradox“St. Patrick’s Day Paradox” first aired March 15, 1986
“Oh it’s permissible for everybody to be a little Irish on St. Patrick’s Day,” Miss Carolyn told the Giant Blueberry, who then felt a pinch! Theodore tries to avoid chores by finding a leprechaun. Miss Carolyn sings an Irish song to help get some spring cleaning done.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry Theodore – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Shawn the Leprechaun – John Labow
Tobin the other Leprechaun and Little Billy Nicholson – Adam Hughes
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you wil...
2023-03-1133 minKIDS Radio ShowA Band of Gypsies“A Band of Gypsies” first aired on Jan. 19, 1985
The Giant Blueberry wishes to have his fortune told by a gypsy in the woods, but first, he must pass a series of tests, or so he thinks… Miss Carolyn has serious doubts about the power of the crystal ball until Blueberry says some magic words.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Esmeralda the Fortune Teller - Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry, Jamal the Gypsy Man - Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the tr...
2023-03-0432 minKIDS Radio ShowDog vs. Cat“Dog vs. Cat” first aired on March 23, 1984
Mr. Invento discovers the loving loyalty of a dog, although Miss Carolyn’s cat isn’t so happy to have a pup around. They debate the age-old controversy of which pet is best. Mr. Invento’s pet hamster sings a surprise rendition of the Beatles, “Let it be.”
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Yella Fella’s meowing #2, Anna Maria Spaghetti - Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, Rags the Dog barking and growling, Yella Fella’s meowing #1 - Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check...
2023-02-2529 minKIDS Radio ShowA Fairy Tale Farce“A Fairy Tale Farce” first aired on March 26, 1983
To help her nephew Theodore fall asleep, Miss Carolyn tells a fractured version of a classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale featuring familiar characters.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn as Rapunzel’s mother, Daphne as Rapunzel - Carolyn Meyer
Little Theodore, Mr. Invento as Rapunzel’s father, The Giant Blueberry as the prince - Kel Pickens
Guest starring:
Story narrator – David Free (News Director at KSPI FM)
Enchantress – Alyson Young
If you enjoy a good story and like dogs, you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn...
2023-02-1826 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Scavenger Hunt“The Scavenger Hunt” first aired on Jan. 5, 1985
The Giant Blueberry competes with Miss Carolyn in a scavenger hunt devised by Mr. Invento. They visit a smorgasbord of familiar characters to collect the strangest items.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn, Ma Metal, Anna Maria Spaghetti and Daphne - Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry, Mr. Invento, Little Theodore, Ricky Stick Man, The South African Gnu and Rasta Man - Kel Pickens
If you enjoy a good story and you like dogs then you will want to check out carolynwestmeyerbooks.com. Carolyn shares the true travel tales of her...
2023-02-1132 minKIDS Radio ShowPrehistoric Times“Prehistoric Times” recording date has been lost to time.
Miss Carolyn unknowingly walks into Mr. Invento’s dimensional time warp machine that takes them back to the age of the dinosaurs. To their surprise, they were not the only people transported back in time. If they don’t get “Honest Abe” back to his correct time, history might be forever changed.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, Narrator and Bronto the Brontosaurus - Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Abraham Lincoln – David Free (News Director at KSPI FM 94)
Credits:
Each episode w...
2023-02-0431 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Babysittering Job“The Babysittering Job” first aired April 19, 1983.
Little Theodore needs to make some cash to pay for the Cadillac Tiffany bicycle he crashed in “The Shopping Trip” episode. He convinces his aunt Carolyn to help watch baby Pandora, who turns out to be more than a handful.
Starring:
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Little Theodore - Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Bicycle Salesman – David Free (News Director at KSPI FM 94)
Music:
The song “ABC’s Are in a Certain Order” is from one of Carolyn and Kel’s educational records with an activity book u...
2023-01-2828 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Time Elevator“The Time Elevator” originally aired on March 21, 1986.
Mr. Invento has been tinkering with his apartment building’s elevator. Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore take a trip in Mr. Invento’s Time Elevator, searching for a mythical creature from ancient times.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, Theodore and Odysseus’s crew member – Kel Pickens
Music:
Many of the children’s songs on this episode were composed and performed by Barry Louis Polisar.
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Epi...
2023-01-2131 minKIDS Radio ShowRoller Derby Rivals“Roller Derby Rivals” originally aired on Feb. 25, 1984.
Miss Carolyn and the Giant Blueberry mistakenly get drafted into Ma Metal’s roller derby team, the Hat Pin Pirates. Dubbed the “Pow Wow Princess and Blue Bomber,” they take on “Pam the Precious” and the Powerhouse Primpers in this battle on roller skates.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn, Ma Metal – Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry, Announcer – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Pam the Precious of the Powerhouse Primpers – Jill Kelly
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound...
2023-01-1429 minKIDS Radio ShowMr. Invento's New Delhi“Mr. Invento’s New Delhi” originally aired May, 14 1983.
Mr. Invento “invents” a new restaurant that offers its hungry customers much more than a meal. Invited musicians bring a whole kitchen full of entertainment.
Recurring characters:
Miss Carolyn and Anna Maria Spaghetti – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento and the South African Gnu – Kel Pickens
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris Cozort.
Sound engineering for the KIDS Radio Show theme song provided by Mike Hufford at Lamb recording Studio.
Artwork for the KIDS Radio Show T-shirt l...
2023-01-0729 minKIDS Radio ShowSleuthing with Sherlock“Sleuthing with Sherlock” originally aired on Jan. 7, 1984.
Miss Carolyn and Mr. Invento go on a deluxe train ride when Mr. Invento’s belly button is mysteriously stolen. To Miss Carolyn’s amazement, the famous detective Sherlock Holmes is on the train and offers to help solve the case.
Recurring characters:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Sherlock Holmes – Jeff Kopecky
Train Conductor – Unknown
The Villain, Beauregard Bodacious Bellgoody – Unknown
Listeners, if you recognize the unknown voice actors, let us know. Email kidsradioshow@gmail.com.
Interesting note: The song “Wh...
2022-12-3128 minKIDS Radio ShowSnow in the Mountains“Snow in the Mountains” originally aired on Jan. 5, 1983.
A reluctant Miss Carolyn heads to the mountains with an overconfident Mr. Invento, who gets out over his skis in this snow-filled adventure.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento, Principal Penuckle and The Giant Blueberry – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Ski lodge resort tourists – David Free (News Director at KSPI) and Judy Morton (Receptionist at KSPI)
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with audio engineering done by Chris C...
2022-12-2425 minKIDS Radio ShowQuest for a Cabbage Patch Christmas“Quest for a Cabbage Patch Christmas” originally aired on Dec. 17, 1983.
In this Christmas shopping adventure, Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore return to Lions Mall to find an elusive Cabbage Patch doll. However, the competition during Christmas gets pretty intense since the Cabbage Patch craze is in full bloom.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Theodore - Kel Pickens
Daphne, the cockney school girl as the distressed shopper voiced by Carolyn Myer
Narrator - Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Santa and elf clerk Elvin – John Wilguess (KSPI employee)
Credits:
Each e...
2022-12-1727 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Shopping Trip“The Shopping Trip” first aired Dec. 2, 1982.
Miss Carolyn and her nephew Theodore explore the new Lions Mall with its many weird and wacky stores.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn - Carolyn Meyer
Theodore - Kel Pickens
Dr. Proboscis - the Ticky Tacky Man - voiced by Kel Pickens
Pet Shop Owner - Carolyn Meyer
Benny Bunny - Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Bicycle Salesman - David Free (News Director at KSPI FM 94)
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced and directed by Carolyn Meyer and Kel Pickens.
Episodes were written by Kel Pickens, with...
2022-12-1025 minKIDS Radio ShowA Trip to the DentistMiss Carolyn and a reluctant Mr. Invento visit the dentist for a much-needed checkup. “A Trip to the Dentist” was released in February 1983 to coincide with Dental Health Month, where elementary schools across the nation teach kids the importance of personal dental hygiene.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn – Carolyn Meyer
Mr. Invento and Theodore – Kel Pickens
Dr. Canal – Ticky Tacky Man – voiced by Kel Pickens
Tooth Fairy – Ma Metal – voiced by Carolyn Meyer
Colonel Crown – Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Dr. Canal’s Receptionist – Judy Morton
Credits:
Each episode was co-produced...
2022-12-0328 minKIDS Radio ShowA Weird Award“A Weird Award” first aired on Feb. 28, 1987.
Ironically, this episode won the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters Award for the Children’s Radio Programming category – KIDS Radio Show’s seventh in a row. After this win, OAB retired the category. Could there be a connection? This parody episode was all in good spirits while poking fun at award ceremonies and broadcasting talents.
Recurring Characters:
Miss Carolyn: Carolyn Meyer
Alice the Caterer, played by Ma Metal: voiced by Carolyn Meyer
The Giant Blueberry and Mr. Invento, voiced by Kel Pickens
Guest Starring:
Jonjo Jones, a Jazz Mus...
2022-11-2636 minKIDS Radio ShowThe Emperor's New ClothesSee photos and read articles about the show on Facebook and Instagram.
The Emperor's New Clothes aired on Jan. 4, 1986, on KSPI FM 94 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
This fairy tale episode featured recurring characters playing other characters. The Emperor, played by The Giant Blueberry, was voiced by Kel Pickens. The Old Court Minister, played by Mr. Invento, was also voiced by Kel Pickens. The Empress Queen was voiced by Carolyn Meyer, and the female weaver/swindler played by Daphne, the Cockney schoolgirl, was also voiced by Carolyn.
Guest stars:
Joy Fieldsend, a good friend...
2022-11-1933 min
KIDS Radio ShowFootball FranticsSee photos from the show on Facebook and Instagram.
Football Frantics first aired at 11 a.m., Dec. 11, 1982, on KSPI FM 94 in Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Football Frantics features Miss Carolyn, played by Carolyn Meyer, with other recurring characters played by Kel Pickens, namely Miss Carolyn’s little nephew, Theodore and the Ricky Stick Man, who later became the Ticky Tacky Man. Scott Pedersen plays the role of Howard Blowsell. This young man worked in the Athletic Department as the head of the Sports Information office at Oklahoma State University.
The opening theme song was composed an...
2022-11-1027 minAround Pickens PodcastTrailer: Introducing Around PickensDo you ever wonder who makes the big decisions on paving roads, laying water lines, or responding to weather emergencies? Have you ever wanted to know what a day in the life of a first responder, animal control officer, or campus deputy is like? If you live in Pickens County and want to get to know the people behind your government, then this is the show for you. In each episode host Graham Parker sits down with county personnel, from department heads to everyday workers, to learn about what they do and how they make decisions. Additionally, the show...
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Pickens First BaptistMerry Christmas Pickens- 2021- HopeThe post Merry Christmas Pickens- 2021- Hope appeared first on Pickens First Baptist.
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Pickens First Baptist ChurchMerry Christmas Pickens- 2021- HopeMerry Christmas Pickens- 2021- HopePreacher: Dr. Ralph CarterDate: 12th December 2021
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Pocket ParleyEmily Littlejohn takes over and hosts Kyle and Sarah PickensSend us a textThe time has come to sit Kyle and his lovely wife Sarah down and talk about their life. Going over Kyle's life before Sarah and then talking about how these two came to be. Let's just say it was good that Sarah was there to keep the story straight. https://www.facebook.com/kyle.pickens.92/https://www.facebook.com/svandekophttps://www.facebook.com/emily.gardnerlittlejohnhttps://www.facebook.com/PocketParley/https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PocketParleyS...
2021-10-102h 26Pocket ParleyScot PickensSend us a textTake a step back into Lane County in the 60 and 70 with my dad. Prepare to learn some new information about Scot Pickens, because I know that I did. https://www.facebook.com/scot.pickens.75https://www.facebook.com/PocketParleySupport the showhttps://www.facebook.com/PocketParleyhttps://pocketparley.buzzsprout.com/?fbclid=IwAR1vv962sNiH_f0uda_kqWkMOCvn8hg0u2qhdBwfcQ9nwg2YO3zBRQKuPnM
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2020-12-1300 minPickens First Baptist ChurchMerry Christmas Pickens 2020- God's StoryMerry Christmas Pickens 2020- God's StoryPreacher: Fred StoneDate: 13th December 2020
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The T. Boone Pickens ChannelEpisode 48: Inside the Pickens Plan with Peter McCollum and Jason HuntsberryNine years ago today, we launched the Pickens Plan. We knew we had a great idea, and people across the country agreed. We'd held focus groups and found that Americans knew about the problem, but saw that the country lacked an energy plan. They were hungry for something that would work, a specific energy plan that included a little bit of everything -- solar, wind, and natural gas.
For the final podcast on the history of the Pickens Plan, I talk with Peter McCollum, strategic communicator and Partner at Whistle Lake Public Affairs, and Jason Huntsberry, President...
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The T. Boone Pickens ChannelEpisode 47: Inside the Pickens Plan with Amy Weiss and Rich GalenWashington, D.C. is as divided as it has ever been, and it has become difficult to set politics aside and get things done. But fortunately the Pickens Plan benefited from a bipartisan team that came together to promote a plan that has our nation’s best interests in mind.
For the latest episode of the Pickens Podcast, I sat down with Rich Galen, a columnist and former press secretary for U.S. Senators Dan Quayle (R-IN) and Kay Bailey Hutchinson (R-TX), and Amy Weiss, former White House Deputy Press Secretary to President Bill Clinton and press se...
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