The MuppetCast

This week we present a brand-new segment: Made-Up Muppet Show! Ever wondered what would happen if some of our favorite celebs of yesteryear (or maybe even today) had guest starred on the Muppet Show? We certainly have, and this week longtime listener Hilarie Mukavitz stops by to make up an episode starring Ringo Starr!

Dave LaMattina and Chad Walker from Copper Pot pictures discuss the documentary film "I Am Big Bird", which they are currently in the midst of directing and producing. They have some amazing stories to share from their experiences with Muppeteer Caroll Spinney (Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch). We discuss the ongoing Kickstarter campaign, which will aid in the funding of the film, and offers some amazing and unique rewards to fans who contribute to the project.

Whitney Grace tells us all about the Muppet/Henson comic book projects that have been released over the years. Jeni Rizio presents the kickstarter campaign for Copper Pot Pictures and their documentary "I Am Big Bird", about the life of Caroll Spinney. Shane Roberts talks about the super-exciting Walt Disney World trip we have planned for October. Your listener feedback, trivia, Muppetology, music, and more!

Another show, another round of the 2012 Muppet Madness Tournament (and sadly another microphone issue, sorry!). But we the MuppetFans reunite once again to run down the results of Round 2, present the Round 3 matchups, and laugh a whole bunch. Join in the fun! Follow us at @muppettourney and vote EVERY 6 HOURS at muppetfans.com. Have a great week! -Steve

It's Round 2 of the 2012 Muppet Madness Tournament. All I can say is: TRIVIA! Follow the show AND the tournament on Twitter this week! @muppetcast and @muppettourney. Have a great week! -Steve

The MuppetCast is back! For a short while, at least. I couldn't stay away during the biggest Muppet event of the year! No I'm not talking about some fly-by-night little movie...I'm talking about The 2012 Muppet Madness Tournament! The tournament is officially underway, and things couldn't be more exciting this year. Joining me on the show to kick off the festivities are Ryan Dosier and Joe Hennes, from The Muppet Mindset and ToughPigs.com. We talk, we laugh, we present the game, and even give you a way to win some fantabulous prizes! As always, it's truly an honor to be here in front of the microphone talking with you. I know I'll definitely enjoy this brief return. Look for a new podcast at the beginning of each new round of the tournament. Then I'm off to Walt Disney World during the Championship Round, and then I'll be back to recap the whole game with the guys. Have a great week! -Steve

After more than four years, The MuppetCast has come to an end. This is the most difficult episode I've ever produced, but I hope it appropriately expresses how thankful I am, for your listening support and your friendship over this amazing span of time we've shared. You've given me something special that's difficult to define, but it's a very special feeling in my heart. There's much more to say, but hopefully I've said it well enough in the podcast. Thank you so much, once again. As Jim used to say instead of goodbye, "Have Fun". -Steve

Recently I found myself at, surprise, a screening of The Muppets. And with me was my friend Joe Vollman from Cincinnati! So we watched the movie and talked about it. And now you get to listen in on our conversation! Isn't that exciting?!? Merry Christmas and Weeba Weeba! -Steve

Here's a little something non-Muppet related from me that will surely get you in the Christmas spirit! A week ago I put together a new Christmas song made up of lyrics borrowed from several other Christmas songs. I recently posted it to YouTube, but just in case you missed it, enjoy it here. Also, if you get a chance, I'd really appreciate it if you went out to the YouTube video of the song (link here) and left some honest feedback. Thanks! Merry Christmas! Steve

It's the show you've been waiting for: the official MuppetCast review of The Muppets! Along with this particular episode, you can enjoy the golden tones of Steve Swanson (hehe) along with Ryan Dosier, Scott Murray, and CHARLES GRODIN (from The Great Muppet Caper) on the current episode of The Critic Show podcast. Go check it out! Did you know you can get the Live365 app for free on your iPhone and stream Muppet Central Radio? Constant Muppet Christmas music, c'mon, that's too good to pass up! Thanks for listening to The MuppetCast! Questions/Comments about the Muppets or The MuppetCast can be emailed to me@muppetcast.com, or called in to the voicemail line at 614-364-4270. Follow the show on Twitter and Like us on Facebook too! Have a great week! -Steve

Time for Muppet fans to start sporting their Muppet fandom en masse online! Listen to find out how. Send your pictures to me@muppetcast.com, or share them on the Facebook page. Have a great week! -Steve

This week we continue our Muppetational Halloween celebration, and also catch up with an old friend. Drew Smith joins me to discuss his upcoming book "Frogs, Hogs, Weirdos, and What-Nots", which you can preorder now at this website. Don't forget to enter the discount code "muppetcast" at checkout! Thanks for listening to The MuppetCast! Questions/Comments about the Muppets or The MuppetCast can be emailed to me@muppetcast.com, or called in to the voicemail line at 614-364-4270. Follow the show on Twitter and Like us on Facebook too! Have a great week! -Steve