Episode 101: The Muppet Show; Sabrina Carpenter

About this episode

The hosts discuss the 2026 Muppet Show special featuring Sabrina Carpenter and its celebration of the show's 50th anniversary.

They're back! You know they couldn't miss this one! This week, your favorite former puppeteers step back into the beloved chaos of The Muppet Show — but not the one that aired in the 1970s. Nope, it’s the glammed-up, vaudeville-meets-pop-star spectacle of the 2026 Muppet Show special featuring guest star Sabrina Carpenter, live from the Muppet Theater and streaming on Disney+ and ABC. We unpack how this 50th-anniversary celebration revives the classic variety format with all your favori...

People in this episode

Hosts: Ben, Will

Guest: Sabrina Carpenter

Topics covered

• The Muppet Show
• puppetry
• variety shows
• celebration
• entertainment

Keywords

• Muppet Show
• Sabrina Carpenter
• puppeteers
• Disney+
• ABC
• variety format
• 2026 special

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Disney+, ABC

Books & works: The Muppet Show

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