About this episode

The episode concludes with a nostalgic look back at beloved New York-based kids' shows from the 1960s and 1970s, featuring discussions with notable guests.

In this conclusion of a sentimental and laugh-filled episode, producer-comedian Rich Brown, actor Steven Weber and writer-producer (and this week's co-host) Allan Neuwirth join Frank to remember some much-loved New York-based kids' programs of the 1960s, '70s (and '80s), including "Shenanigans," "The Magic Garden," "The New Zoo Revue," "The Uncle Floyd Show" and the Mario Cantone-hosted "Steampipe Alley." Also in this episode, the panelists recall memorable encounters with Billy Barty, Grandpa Al Lewis, Telly Savalas and Groucho Marx, and listeners share THEIR local and regional kiddie shows, including "Ranger Hal," "Marshall KGUN," "Dusty's Treehouse," "The Brakeman Bill Show," and "Hatchy Milatchy." PLUS: Señor Kaboom! J. Fred Muggs! Zacherley, the Cool Ghoul! Rich visits the Nut Museum! Steven praises Bob & Ray! And Allan meets a Beatle! Join our Patreon today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/FunForAllAgesPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Frank Santopadre

Guests: Rich Brown, Allan Neuwirth, Steven Weber

Topics covered

• kids' shows
• 1960s
• 1970s
• nostalgia
• comedy
• television

Keywords

• kids' programs
• New York television
• nostalgia
• comedy
• local shows
• 1960s
• 1970s

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Shenanigans, The Magic Garden, The New Zoo Revue, The Uncle Floyd Show, Steampipe Alley, Ranger Hal, Marshall KGUN, Dusty's Treehouse, The Brakeman Bill Show, Hatchy Milatchy

Places: Nut Museum

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