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The Quinn Marr ShowMichael Hirsh: The King of Canadian Cartoons | The Quinn Marr Show Ep. 35In this episode, Quinn sits down with Canadian animation legend Michael Hirsh, co-founder of Nelvana and author of Animation Nation: How We Built a Cartoon Empire. They dive into the early days of Nelvana, how a Star Wars collaboration with George Lucas helped launch Canada's animation industry, and behind-the-scenes stories from beloved classics like Franklin, Arthur, Rolie Polie Olie, and The Care Bears Movie. Michael also reflects on the creative and business decisions that helped shape a global cartoon empire. Grab Michael's book Animation Nation: https://www.amazon.ca/Animation-Nation-Built-Cartoon-Empire/dp/1990823696 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for...2025-05-2700 min
Kindie Rock StarsSeason 6 Ep 14 - ROLIE POLIE GUACAMOLE - Album Features - "On the Stoop" and "Rockamole"Frank Gallo of Rolie Polie Guacamole returns the show to talk about their latest albums, other projects they’ve been working on and Frank’s own mayoral aspirations in NYC. We talk about the late Steve Albini and how he impacted them in so many ways along with some other awesome inspirations on their work from such iconic bands as Nirvana, the Ramones, Ween, Primus and others. Songs featured in this episode include: From the album “On the Stoop”1 – On the Stoop From the album “Rockamole”2 – Unplug the World3 – Hockey NightFind the Arti...2025-05-0750 min
The Saturday Morning Cereal BowlApril 12, 2025The Boogers - “The SMCB Theme Song”
Rolie Polie Guacamole - “Yum Yum Yum I Love a Tasty Dinner” [On the Stoop]
Preschool Rockstar - “New Shoes” [Tiny Humans, Big World]
Teacher Peter - “The Breakfast Song”
POCO DROM show ID
POCO DROM - “Queen Marsupial”
The Sticker Club - “Earth to Nigel” [Destination Rock and Roll Station]
Ratboy Jr. - “The Skunk and the Robot” [Hamster Pants]
Little Miss Ann show ID
Birds of a Feather - “Go Outside”
Greg Lato - “Old School New School” [Dandelion]
Blue Moon Boy - “Blac...2025-04-121h 01
Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show!Michael Hirsh (Producer) || Ep. 289Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!On this episode, we have a conversation with Michael Hirsh, the creative force behind so many cherished childhood memories. Michael co-founded Nelvana, the studio that brought us classics like Little Bear, Franklin, Babar, Max & Ruby, The Magic School Bus, Rolie Polie Olie, and many others. If that wasn't enough, he then launched Cookie Jar Entertainment, where he co-created The Doodlebops and executive produced hits like Arthur, Caillou, and Johnny Test. Michael discusses the evolution of children's television, discussing the making of these iconic shows, the...2025-02-1543 min
The Geek Speak Show Vol.22.18 - The Animation Nation Time Traveler's ParadoxThis wek, Henry welcomes Michael Hirsh & Stimson Snead to the show! Michael Hirsh is the author of Animation Nation: How We Built A Cartoon Empire. The book details the rise of one of the most influential independent animation companies, Nelvana, and the cartoon shows that Michael created: Ewoks, Droids, Inspector Gadget,Berenstain Bears, Rolie polie Olie, Johnny Test,Beetlejuice,Care Bears and more, including a segment for the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special that introduced a certain bounty hunter to the world. Then, filmmaker Stimson Snead joins Henry to talk about his upcoming film, Tim Travers and...2024-07-1741 min
Kartoon Kreators!Episode 05: Scott Kraft - Paw PatrolBefore becoming the executive producer of the biggest preschool hit of the decade, Scott was a writer on Rolie Polie Olie and the co-creator of the Nickelodeon live action musical series, The Fresh Beat Band (for which he won an Emmy in 2013!). We talk about his start in kids media, the gaps he saw in TV content and how he filled them, and of course, how he ended up involved in the mega hit that is PAW Patrol. Listen now!2024-05-1333 min
Kindie Rock StarsSeason 5 Ep 1 - ROLIE POLIE GUACAMOLE - Album Feature - "Diggin' In the Dirt"Frank Gallo of Rolie Polie Guacamole joins the show on our Season 5 premier to talk about the origins of the band, approach to music and album making, their influences and how one of their biggest fans inadvertently helped them get over 40 Million views on a YouTube video! This superfan also was a creative force in one of the featured songs. Songs featured in this episode include: From "Diggin' In the Dirt"1 - Diggin' in the Dirt2 - Monster Truck3 - PB & JSingles (will be featured on their upcoming album)4 - Lib...2024-04-081h 02
True Neutral AsksHow alive is the world of Rolie Polie Olie?Rolie Polie Olie was a classic flash animation styled nightmare we all enjoyed in the early 2000's, let's talk about that living horror. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-1837 min
Radio Active KidsRAK 1/20/24 - Wild & weird new (and old) music!ALRIGHT, PEOPLE! We are BACK! This week on Radio Active Kids, we'll present the show we WANTED to do last week before I got super sick! It'll feature new releases by the likes of Will's Jams & Seeka Sings, Fabulous Lemon Drops, Captain Festus McBoyle, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Levity Beet (ft. Mr Roberelli, LOOPY TUNES, & MLO!), Lisa Loeb & The Hollow Trees, Ginalina, 2024-01-201h 57Radio Active KidsRAK 12/16/23 - New season, new music!
It's almost winter & we have a TON of amazing new music this week on Radio Active Kids for ya! New songs by Kath Bee, Kira Willey, Itty Bitty Beats, The Vegetable Plot, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Ants Ants Ants & Red Yarn, Ashley Mills Monaghan & uncle dox, Munslow Music, Lori Henriques & Reggie Houston, Caveman Dave, Cheeky Monkey Club, The Plants, Steve Weeks, Swing for Kids, Cowboy Andy and The Salamanders, Neville's Diary, The Relative Minors, Pata Punn, Todd'n'Tina, Liederkoffer, Chumbahway, Flip & Mozi's Guide to How to Be An Earthling/The Pop Ups, & MrBoodaddy!!!!
Here's the playlist. 2023-12-161h 53Radio Active KidsRAK 9/9/23 - BeetBite interview!Y'all, I am very excited to interview both Levity Beet & fleaBITE on this week's Radio Active Kids show about their new collaborative album: beetBite! Also, new songs by Sonia De Los Santos, Itty Bitty Beats, Will's Jams & Seeka Sings, Rolie Polie Guacamole (ft. Katie Ha Ha Ha), Claudia Robin Gunn, Flor Bromley (ft. Uncle Jumbo), The Tallest Kid in the Room, Noodle Loaf, 2023-09-091h 57Radio Active KidsRAK 6/3/23 - So much new music!!!Please excuse the Vince McMahon meme, but we have SO MUCH amazing new music this week on Radio Active Kids! New songs by Laurie Berkner Band, 123 Andrés, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Keith Munslow, Renee & Jeremy, Mr. Nick Davio, SING SONG PARTY TIME, Charlie Faye & The Fanimals, Knuckleheadz: ft. MC Lars, Dana's Music Playground, #MrBooDaddy, Charity and the JAMband, Herr Jan, Trevor Walls, Cee Bee Teatime, Musicalité, Mr. Seth, Hi Joe Kye, Little Lips, Tara Trudel, & RiffinGriffin!!!
Here's the playlist. 2023-06-031h 56Radio Active KidsRAK 5/20/23 - Kymberly Stewart interview!I'm very excited to interview Kymberly Stewart this week on Radio Active Kids! Her new album is called Everybody Needs a Little Sunshine! Also, brand-new songs by Pierce & Nnenna Freelon, Lindsay Müller, Michal & Moe, Mista Cookie Jar, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Micah and Me, Raketen Erna, Key Wilde & Mr Clarke, #TheTallestKidinTheRoom, Don't Splash Marty, Joy Blooms, Let's Sing Together, & Flip & Mozi's Guide to How to Be An Earthling, plus a request for Suzi Shelton & a wrock song by #Chasitherin!
Here's the playlist.2023-05-201h 57Radio Active KidsRAK 4/29/23 - Esther Crow interview!We're BACK!!!! This week on Radio Active Kids, we interview Esther Crow about her brand-new album Listen Lead Love! Also, new releases by little hurricane, Renee & Jeremy, Randale, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Mr. Elephant, Little Miss Ann & Mista Cookie Jar, and A Horse A Spoon A Bucket! Here's the playlist!2023-04-291h 57Radio Active KidsRAK 1/21/23 - Kindie/Music!We've got new Kindie/Music on this week's Radio Active Kids episode! Songs by #ChrisBallew (AKA caspar babypants), Andy Z, Andrew & Polly, The String Beans, Captain Festus McBoyle, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Billy Kelly, Daria Music, Lori Henriques, Ginalina & the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble, Caleuchístico, Johnny and the Raindrops, Mike Phirman, I CAN Children, Key Wilde & Mr Clarke, The Zing Zangs, Music With Mandy, Ultrasonic kids, Dream Quaffle & more on a comp by Totally Knuts, Yosi Music, & Grow Resilient Families! Here's the playlist. 2023-01-211h 57Radio Active KidsRAK 1/14/23 - The Swinging Belles interview!We interview awesome kindie swing band The Swinging Belles this week on Radio Active Kids! They have a new album out called Welcome to the Flea Circus, and it's great! Also, new songs (and a story!) by Little Feet Music, Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove (ft. Aaron Nigel Smith, Genevieve Goings, Brady Rymer, Mista Cookie Jar, 123 Andrés, Hullabaloo & Sugar Free Allstars!), Bill Harley, Rolie Polie Guacamole, Marla Lewis, Mr. Nick Davio & Kath Bee, EVT Kids, The Faithful Sidekicks, Young Folkies (ft. Claudia Robin Gunn & Beanstalk Arts), #Ness covering DARIA, Dots and Lines, & Jess and Aaron! Here's the playlist. 2023-01-141h 57
The Creators' ManifestoBuilding a Thriving Career in 3D with Shannon GilleyIn the newest episode of “The Creators’ Manifesto,” Tyler Kern talked to MarketScale’s 3D Generalist, Shannon Gilley, about his work with the company and how he got into the field of 3D artistry. At a young age, Gilley was fascinated with the work he saw in early films like “The Black Hole” and “Star Trek II.” When he got to college in the early ‘90s, there weren’t dedicated courses in school for it so he couldn’t major in it. He eventually discovered a man who headed night classes and decided to familiarize himself with the field by performin...2022-10-1425 min
DCOMmentariesGET A CLUEGet a Clue (June 28th, 2002)IMDB WikipediaDirected by Maggie Greenwald (Pete & Pete, Backyardigans, Madame Secretary)Written by Alana Sanko (Dragon Tales, Just for Kicks)Starring: Lindsay Lohan as Alexandra "Lexy" Gold (Parent Trap, Mean Girls, Freaky Friday, Herbie Fully Loaded, Music Videos)Brenda Song as Jenn (Ultimate Christmas Present, Stuck in the Suburbs, Phil of the Future, Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior, Suite Life, Station 19)Bug Hall as Jack Downey (Little Rascals, Honey, We S...2022-07-261h 03
Thoughts N' ShotsTNS #78- RIffin' on Nostalgic Kids Shows w/ Jessica MeyersShows riffed were: Crayon Shin-Chan, Rolie Polie Olie, CatDog, Courage the Cowardly Dog, and Fairly OddParents. We got together with our favorite raunchy buddy for the first episode of nostalgia month and this one is packed with dirty jokes on shows that shouldn't have em, a fun rafting story, and probably a bit of TMI.
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Thoughts N' Shots PodcastTNS #53- RIffin' on Nostalgic Kids Shows w/ Jessica MeyersShows riffed were: Crayon Shin-Chan, Rolie Polie Olie, CatDog, Courage the Cowardly Dog, and Fairly OddParents. We got together with our favorite raunchy buddy for the first episode of nostalgia month and this one is packed with dirty jokes on shows that shouldn't have em, a fun rafting story, and probably a bit of TMI.2022-03-122h 18
Kids TalesRolie PolieRhyme2022-03-0301 min
Amateur NerdsWildcat Minute 2 #42: Society Does Weird Things to TeensChandra and Tyler are back at it again, this time discussing Minute 42 of High School Musical 2, in which Troy gets pressured into agreeing to sing with Sharpay, then arrives late to his date with Gabriella. Chandra and Tyler also attempt to spin a DCOM by combining Rolie Polie Olie with the Disney ride Soarin'.
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The Children's HourPenguinsThe Kids Crew is joined by Charles Bergman who is a writer, photographer, and speaker and longtime professor at Pacific Lutheran University. He also wrote Every Penguin in the World: A Quest to See Them All.
We learn about different species of penguins, their habits, and more interesting facts!
Chinstrap penguin photo by Derek Oyen
Not only does Mr. Bergman share his penguin interactions, but our crew also share their love of the penguins at the Albuquerque BioPark's Penguin Exhibit where King, Macaroni, and Gentoo penguins live.
There are 15 other species of penguins in the world, some of which are cr...2021-07-1858 min
Jasmine’s Got The JuiceJasmine's Got The Juice ft. @I.AM.GIA.MAYHAM AKA ROLIE POLIE SNACK MEALZMake sure to tune in to #JasminesGotTheJuice every Friday from 5-7pm on North Carolina's @105.1LIVE
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"Live with Squacky"Live with Squacky - Episode 31 - Sunday MuseSend us a textIn about 2012, I attended my first VO conference in Toronto. I decided to attend after I had a coaching intensive with superstar puppeteer & actor John Tartaglia in NYC. Long story short, I wanted to see if I could pursue my dream of being on “Sesame Street” -and I thought John could possibly help. It was a great session, but about an hour into it, I realized that puppeteering is a skillset that takes a lot of time and training and that it might already be too late in my life to learn and mast...2020-10-2717 minRadio Active KidsRAK 8/15/20 - Brave Mouse and new tunes!This week on Radio Active Kids, we have lots of new music from Brave 123 Andrés ft. Jazzy Ash & Aaron Nigel Smith, POCO DROM, Rolie Polie Guacamole & Dog on Fleas, Roger Day, Doctor Noize, BomBarďák, The Morning Announcements, AndyRoo & the AndyRooniverse, Johnette Downing, The Tallest Kid In The Room, The Corner Us, #BuckbeatsFlight, Music in Action - Real Music For Real Kids-, #ElderWand, & Liederkoffer, plus the new #TransandNonbinaryKidsMix from Ants on a Log, ft. Alphabet Rockers, Beppie, Chana Rothman Music/Rainbow Train, Emily Joy Goldberg- Music!!!2020-08-152h 01
Dad To The BoneThe Bill Joyce Episode @heybilljoyceWelcome to Dad 2 The Bone. Where three dads sit around talk about dad stuff and wonder things like, Have you ever tried eating o'clock? It's really time consuming, especially if you go for seconds. in this episode we have a one on one sit down with Hollywood legend, Bill Joyce ,creator of Rolie Polie Olie, an author ,illustrator and Hollywood extraordinaire this episode is packed full of great tips on how to encourage your kids to be creative and parenting in 2020 so sit back relax and enjoy another episode of Dad 2 The Bone
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B.U. Network PodcastAuthors – Sunday Muse"Ella is a Princess who dances and sings, running through the forest."
We had a ton of fun on BU Network Podcast with Sunday Muse!
Sunday is the Founder/Creative Manager & Inspiratrice of Great Big Voices. She excels in helping people manifest their dreams into reality and communicate authentically to the world. She is a singer, celebrity voice over actress, author, holistic voice coach & speaker. Her movement & voice over workshops have been featured in the Huffington Post. She has been a featured speaker and taught voice & movement across North America at NYU, Mallorca Holistic Retreat, National Theatre School, Covenant House...2020-02-1749 minThe BU Network Podcast | Conversations Worth HavingAuthors - Sunday Muse"Ella is a Princess who dances and sings, running through the forest."
We had a ton of fun on BU Network Podcast with Sunday Muse!
Sunday is the Founder/Creative Manager & Inspiratrice of Great Big Voices. She excels in helping people manifest their dreams into reality and communicate authentically to the world. She is a singer, celebrity voice over actress, author, holistic voice coach & speaker. Her movement & voice over workshops have been featured in the Huffington Post. She has been a featured speaker and taught voice & movement across North...2020-02-1749 min
Good Stuff KidsGood Stuff Sports #19 – Frank GalloI had a blast talking with Frank Gallo from Rolie Polie Guacamole about his bands brand new song 'Ay Batta Batta'. The band's first new single since 2014! It's the perfect soundtrack to your World Series viewing. It'll get the littlest little leaguer and the biggest big leaguer pumped to swing the bat and catch some fly balls! Frank and I had a wide ranging chat about training for the New York Marathon, Primus, and the greatness of Randy 'Macho Man' Savage.
To hear more from Frank you can always go back to episode #134 where I talk to Fran...2018-10-2436 minGood Stuff SportsGood Stuff Sports #19 – Frank GalloI had a blast talking with Frank Gallo from Rolie Polie Guacamole about his bands brand new song 'Ay Batta Batta'. The band's first new single since 2014! It's the perfect soundtrack to your World Series viewing. It'll get the littlest little leaguer and the biggest big leaguer pumped to swing the bat and catch some fly balls! Frank and I had a wide ranging chat about training for the New York Marathon, Primus, and the greatness of Randy 'Macho Man' Savage.
To hear more from Frank you can always go back to episode #134 where I talk to Frank and his dad...2018-10-2436 min
The MAJR PodcastBlind Shepherd - TMP Episode 02Blind Shephard - TMP Episode 02Summary:Got the whole group to come through the studio on this one, plus some special guests. Covered a MAJR Topic and some other fun convos for y'all. Not included in the episode breakdown we talk about, Where were you when Michael Jackson Died, Toddler Fashion, Tighty-Whities, and more. Enjoy!Episode Breakdown0:00-2:15 - Intro2:16-6:20 - Proper Wet Emoji Usage6:21-19:34 - Flamingos19:35-33:49 - Cheating33:50-37:10 - Rolie Polie Olie2018-10-2259 minRadio Active KidsRAK 10/13/18 - Mi Amigo Hamlet interview!On Radio Active Kids this time, we'll interview the #bilingual #kindie musician Mi Amigo Hamlet, who has a great new album called #HappyLandisTierraFeliz!
Plus a new #ComixTalk with Pack Memorial Library's Raj!!
Also, lotsa music from Rolie Polie Guacamole, Sonia De Los Santos, Koo Koo Kanga Roo, Rabbit!, Red Yarn, Rushad Eggleston, Ambrosia Parsley, Bill Crosby, Paper Moon, Candy Band, Jessie Baylin, Jesse's Jukebox and Janie Next Door - Jane Christison! Playlist: https://spinitron.com/radio/playlist.php?station=wsfm&playlist=48177#here2018-10-132h 01
Good Stuff KidsEpisode #134 – Like Father Like Son (Lou and Frank Gallo)Lou and Frank Gallo have both been making music for kids and families separately for many years. You can even that kids and family music is the family business! They've finally come together to make a record and it's awesome! You may know Lou from Lou Gallo and the Very Hungry Band, and you may know Frank from Rolie Polie Guacamole
You may not know that, just in time for Father's Day, that Lou and Frank teamed up to form a band called Like Father Like Son, and they just put out a brand new record called 'Su...2018-06-1432 min
Never Expire: A Podcast by Eston CollegeJoel Burghardt – Hidden Treasure - Never Expire: A Podcast by Eston College“Describe yourself in three words… Rolie polie Joelie.” Join Paige and Erin as they interview Joel Burghardt in his last year as a student! Joel attended Martyr’s Life year one and two, and is in Biblical Studies this year.2018-03-2224 min
Attraction ChecklistDisney Junior - Live on Stage! - Disney California Adventure http://www.attractionchecklist.com - Let's head to Disney California Adventure and check out the, now closed, Disney Junior - Live on Stage! Attraction Audio Recorded on April 4, 2017. Bonus content for this episode is available to the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Patrons. Support the show and get fun Bonus content over at http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmedia Intro Bumper by Clinton of Comedy 4 Cast – http://www.comedy4cast.com INTRO TRANSCRIPT Welcome to Attraction Checklist. This episode we’ve got something for the younger fans as we check out th...2017-04-2433 min
How to Discover Free Audiobook in Radio & TV, Great InterviewsThe Bob Edwards Show, Kate DiCamillo, William Joyce, and Jon Klassen, June 22, 2015 by Bob Edwards | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Bob Edwards Show, Kate DiCamillo, William Joyce, and Jon Klassen, June 22, 2015
Author: Bob Edwards
Narrator: Bob Edwards
Format: Original Recording
Length: 57 mins
Language: English
Release date: 06-22-15
Publisher: XM Satellite Radio
Genres: Radio & TV, Great Interviews
Summary:
Today we begin a week-long series of interviews about books for kids. Bob talks with writer Kate DiCamillo whose young adult novels works have been honored with some of the genres most prestigious awards, including the Newberry Award. DiCamillo's third novel, The Tale of Despereaux, was even turned into an...2015-06-2257 min
How to Get Audiobook in Radio & TV, Great InterviewsThe Bob Edwards Show, William Joyce and Mandy Barnett, December 21, 2011 by Bob Edwards | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Bob Edwards Show, William Joyce and Mandy Barnett, December 21, 2011
Author: Bob Edwards
Format: Original Recording
Length: 57 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-21-11
Publisher: XM Satellite Radio
Genres: Radio & TV, Great Interviews
Summary:
William Joyce is the author and illustrator of many beloved childrens books, including George Shrinks and Rolie Polie Olie, both of which are Emmy Award winning TV shows. He is also a commercial illustrator whose has graced multiple New Yorker covers and a filmmaker who contributed to Toy Story, A Bugs Life and Robots. His...2011-12-2157 min