Henson.com Podcast

Henson.com Podcast 2008-05-05 - John Criswell Interview

Mon, 5 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we have an exclusive interview with John Criswell, the Animatronics Supervisor for Jim Henson's Creature Shop. We also answer a listener's question about the land of Fraggle Rock, (with additional imagery on our Fraggle Rock page under "The Story of Fraggle Rock" link), and hear about a Henson employee's favorite show, Animal Jam.

Henson.com Podcast 2008-04-21 - Farscape Comics from BOOM! Studios

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we have an exclusive interview with Boom! Studios editor Matt Gagnon who discusses the new "Farscape" comic book series. Also in this episode we answer a listener submitted question about Farscape and hear another Jim Henson Company employee's favorite Henson production.

Henson.com Podcast 2008-04-07 - Julie Zobel Interview

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we have an exclusive interview with Julie Zobel who is the Head of Fabrication of Jim Henson's Creature Shop. Julie gives us a in-depth look into what life in the Creature Shop is like and talks about her history with the Company.

Also, The Jim Henson Company's Assistant to the President, Jim Formanek, tells us why he likes "The Dark Crystal."

Henson.com Podcast 2008-03-24 - Sid The Science Kid!

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Your thirst for information about the world around you will be quenched when "Sid The Science Kid" debuts on PBS Kids this fall! In this episode of the Podcast, Executive Producer and Head Writer, Bradley Zweig, answered all of the questions we had about the production.

Henson.com Podcast 2008-03-10 - Meet Sam Plenty

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

'A Sci-Fi Western Comedy Action Show With Singing!' only scratches the surface when describing the brand new series found at www.samplenty.com 'The Sam Plenty Cavalcade of Action Show Plus Singing' is featured in this episode of the podcast with an exclusive interview with the show's director Sanso Pontapuntaquenia and the whole cast including everybody's favorite singing cowboy, Sam Plenty

Henson.com Podcast 2008-02-26 - The Jim Henson Company Lot Tour!

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode, the Henson.com podcast takes an exclusive private tour around The Jim Henson Company's lot. Senior Vice President of Administration Joe Henderson gives some amazing insight and trivia about the lot, its history and its current use.

Henson.com Podcast 2008-02-11 - Unstable Fables - 3 Pigs And A Baby!

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we learn about the first Unstable Fables release 3 Pigs And A Baby. We talk to Craig Bartlett, Joe Purdy and Lisa Henson about this hilarious new film.
Also in this episode a Henson staff member reveals one of their favorite Henson related projects, Tim Beedle of TokyoPop answers some listener mail about the next Return To Labyrinth manga and we let the Jim Henson Company employees send out some special Valentine's Day greetings!

Henson.com Podcast 2008-01-28 - JHC Launches on iTunes

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0700

The Jim Henson Company is proud to announce the availability of Season One of Fraggle Rock and Season One of Farscape on the iTunes Store!
In this episode of the podcast we talk to Jim Henson President Peter Schube and Head of Marketing and Publicity Nicole Goldman about this exciting announcement.

Also in this episode we answer some listener mail about www.farscape.com

Henson.com Podcast 2008-01-14 - The 2007 Jim Henson Honors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we take a look at the recipiants of The 2007 Jim Henson Honors. We also interview the CEO of Etsy.com Robert Kalin about his company's win of the 2007 Jim Henson Community Honor. Also in this episode Nicole Goldman answers some listener mail about "The Power Of The Dark Crystal."

Henson.com Podcast 2007-12-19 - S.U.D.S.

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode of the Henson.com Podcast we get an exclusive sneak peek behind the scenes of the new Henson Alternative production S.U.D.S., or Simian Undercover Detective Squad, which will premiere on Film.com. We speak with producers-directors Perry Sachs and Deb Loftis as well as stars Paul Rugg and Zand Broumand.

Also in this episode, special holiday greetings from the employees of The Jim Henson Company.

www.film.com/suds/

Henson.com Podcast 2007-12-03 - Dave Goelz on Emmet Otter

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we speak with Dave Goelz about the heartwarming holiday film, Emmet Otter's Jugband Christmas, the Jim Henson Company classic that celebrates it's 30th Anniversary this year.

Buy Emmet Otter on DVD!

Henson.com Podcast 2007-11-20 - Jim Henson Company Merchandise

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we help with your holiday shopping as we take a look at all the new Jim Henson Company products that are available at stores and online retailers. We also answer another fan submitted question.

Find merchandise and collectibles from The Dark Crystal, Labyrinth, Fraggle Rock, Farscape, and Jim Henson Designs at the following websites:
www.plan-btoys.com
www.DarkFigures.com
www.ToyVault.com
www.TruffleShuffle.com
www.ToyTokyo.com

And don't forget The Jim Henson Company Online Store.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-11-06 - Legends of the Dark Crystal Manga

Tue, 6 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we sit down with TokyoPop's Tim Beedle who is the editor in charge of the Legends of the Dark Crystal and Return To Labrynth Mangas. Listen in as Tim gives us the inside scoop on these new comic book style expansions to the beloved Henson Properties.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-10-28 - Tinseltown

Sun, 28 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

The new Henson Alternative show Tinseltown will debut on the Logo Network on Friday, November 2 at 10PM as part of Alien Boot Camp. To celebrate the debut of the show, the Henson.com podcast sat down with one of the show's stars, Bobby Vegan, for an exclusive interview. Be sure to check out Tinseltown on the web at www.alienbootcamp.com
Content not intended for our youngest viewers.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-10-08 - Jim Henson's Fantastic World

Mon, 8 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

This episode features excerpts from a panel discussion that took place on September 7, 2007 at the Arkansas Arts Center in celebration of Jim Henson's Fantastic World. Moderator Eileen Turan lead the panel featuring special guests: Bonnie Erickson, Arthur Novell, Craig Shemin, Karen Falk, Deborah Macanic and Jane Henson. Hosted by Grant Baciocco

Henson.com Podcast 2007-09-24 - A Day in the Life of a JHC Intern

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we sit down with some of the hardest working folks on the lot: The Jim Henson Company Interns. Find out what it takes to be an intern with The Jim Henson Company and what a day in the life of an intern is like! Hosted By Grant Baciocco

Henson.com Podcast 2007-09-10 - Q and A from Comic Con 2007

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

We present more audio from Comic Con 2007. Listen as Co-CEOs Brian Henson and Lisa Henson, The Skrumps creator John Chandler, Head of Children's Television Halle Stanford, Puppet Up! - Uncensored Creative Director Patrick Bristow and puppeteer Julianne Buescher answer questions from the audience. Host by Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-09-04 - Farscape At Comic Con 2007!

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

We present more audio from Comic Con 2007. Listen as Brian Henson and Craig Engler discuss the latest developments on the upcoming Farscape Webisodes! Hosted By Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-08-13 - The Skrumps At Comic Con 2007!

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Live audio from the Jim Henson Company's Panel at Comic Con International. Featuring Halle Stanford, Lisa Henson, John Chandler, Craig Bartlett, Brian Henson and special guest Raisins Skrump discussing the new Henson project: The Skrumps! Hosted By Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-07-30 - Puppet Up At Comic Con 2007!

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Live audio from the Jim Henson Company's Panel at Comic Con International. Featuring Brian Henson, Julianne Buescher, Patrick Bristow and special guest, Ben Browder from Farscape. Tix for Puppet Up In Hollywood on sale at www.PuppetUp.com. Hosted By Grant Baciocco.
Content not intended for our youngest viewers.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-07-16 - Karen Falk Interview Pt. 2

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Part two of our interview with Karen Falk, The Jim Henson Company archivist. We discuss the Jim Henson Archives as well as the Jim Henson Legacy Project. Hosted By Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-07-03 - Karen Falk Interview Pt. 1

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700

This episode is part one of our interview with Karen Falk, The Jim Henson Company archivist. Hosted By Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-06-15 - Peter Brooke Interview Pt. 2

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we continue our discussion with Jim Henson Creature Shop Creative Supervisor, Peter Brooke. We talk about the design process, computers vs. Animatronics and more.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-06-01 - Peter Brooke Interview Pt. 1

Fri, 1 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0700

This episode is part one of our interview with Peter Brooke, Creative Supervisor of Jim Henson's Creature Shop. We discuss his career and what lead him to the position he now holds.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-05-14 - Jim Henson Designs

Mon, 14 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we interview Michael Polis, Colleen Nuskey and Mel Horan to get the inside scoop on Jim Henson Designs, the exciting new design oriented merchandise inspired by Jim Henson's Sketches. Hosted by Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-01-29 - Puppet Up - Uncensored!

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0700

We take a look at the unpredictable and often very provocative world of the Jim Henson Puppet Up Uncensored Puppet Improv Troupe. Interviews with Puppet Up Director Patrick Bristow as well as several of the Puppet Up Performers. Hosted By Grant Baciocco
Content not intended for our youngest viewers.

Henson.com Podcast 2007-01-10 - The Skrumps!

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0700

A behind the scenes look at the latest addition to The Jim Henson Company family, The Skrumps! In this episode, we talk with Skrumps creator John Chandler, the head of Children's Programming Halle Stanford and Skrumps puppeteer Victor Yerrid! Hosted By Grant Baciocco.

Henson.com Podcast 2006-09-15 - Fraggle Rock Season 2 On DVD Interviews!

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700

To celebrate the release of Fraggle Rock - Complete Season 2 on DVD, we talk briefly with Dave Goelz and Karen Prell about their thoughts on the show. Fraggle Rock Season 2 is now available.

Henson.com Podcast 2006-08-18 - Labyrinth 20th Anniversary Screening Pt. 2

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we have Part 2 of exclusive interviews recorded on July 20, 2006 at the 20th Anniversary Screening of The Labyrinth at the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Beverly Hills. This episode we talk with Toby Froud, Wendy Froud, Brian Froud & Dave Goelz

Henson.com Podcast 2006-08-11 - Labyrinth 20th Anniversary Screening Pt. 1

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode we have exclusive interviews recorded on July 20, 2006 at the 20th Anniversary Screening of The Labyrinth at the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Beverly Hills. This episode features interviews with Mira Velimorivic, Gates McFadden & Karen Prell