Below The Frame with Matt Vogel

Ever wonder what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about puppetry and Muppets? Well, that's what Season 3 of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about, and on this episode, we're talking with Martin P. Robinson (Mr. Snuffleupagus) and Noel MacNeal (Bear in the Big Blue House) along with Matt (Big Bird) about "Puppets That You Wear". We go pretty in-depth about this topic from the history of how we were cast in our roles to what it's like being inside these puppets that you wear -- and a LOT more. So much more, in fact, that we're spreading it out over three parts! This is part 3 all about the famous puppets we inhabit. So, grab a seat and join us as we go...Below the Frame! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv

Ever wonder what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about puppetry and Muppets? Well, that's what Season 3 of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about, and on this episode, we're talking with Martin P. Robinson (Mr. Snuffleupagus) and Noel MacNeal (Bear in the Big Blue House) along with Matt (Big Bird) about "Puppets That You Wear". We go pretty in-depth about this topic from the history of how we were cast in our roles to what it's like being inside these puppets that you wear -- and a LOT more. So much more, in fact, that we're spreading it out over three parts! This is part 2 all about the famous puppets we inhabit. So, grab a seat and join us as we go...Below the Frame! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv

Ever wonder what it's like to sit in a room with some Muppet Performers and hear them talk all about puppetry and Muppets? Well, that's what Season 3 of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel is all about, and on this episode, we're talking with Martin P. Robinson (Mr. Snuffleupagus) and Noel MacNeal (Bear in the Big Blue House) along with Matt (Big Bird) about "Puppets That You Wear". We go pretty in-depth about this topic from the history of how we were cast in our roles to what it's like being inside these puppets that you wear -- and a LOT more. So much more, in fact, that we're spreading it out over three parts! This is part 1 all about the famous puppets we inhabit. So, grab a seat and join us as we go...Below the Frame! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv

On this episode of Below the Frame, we're continuing our discussion with Muppet Performer Bradley Freeman, Jr. and musician Lucas Ross about Kermit the Frog's recent appearance at Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion music festival near Austin, TX. In Part 1 (EP#37) we talked about how Kermit was invited to the Luck Ranch up to a very special rehearsal. This episode picks up with SHOW DAY! Want to hear all about it? Then it’s time to go...Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv

On the Season 3 Premiere of Below the Frame, we're talking with Muppet Performer Bradley Freeman, Jr. and musician Lucas Ross about Kermit the Frog's recent appearance at Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion music festival near Austin, TX. This two-part episode begins with how Kermit was invited to the Luck Ranch up to a very special rehearsal! Want to hear all about it? Then it’s time to go...Below the Frame with Matt Vogel! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MattVogel_tv

On the Season Finale of Below the Frame, I’m talking to legendary Muppet Performer Dave Goelz! We talk about how he snuck into CBS as a teenager, his job at HP, and well, Jim Henson and The Muppets, of course! We’ll also hear a story and song by Jerry Nelson! So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to go...Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m sitting in the hot seat and answering questions from my friend, Sesame Street Muppet Performer Stephanie D’Abruzzo! That’s right, it’s my turn to talk about where I grew up, how I became part of Sesame Street and the Muppets, and lots of other stuff you probably don't know! We’ll also be learning about “Doubling” in Television Puppetry, and will ask Joey Mazzarino a question about NOT puppets! All of that on this week's Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to my friend, John Tartaglia! We’ll talk about how he got to Sesame Street, his many different projects on television and stage, and - of course, the brand new Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock series now streaming on AppleTV+! Plus, John Kennedy shares a memory and reads a story written by Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson, and we'll hear another Jerry Song as well! So, join us for this week's brand new Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking once again to the Sesame Street Mentees! We’ll meet the two newest members of our mentorship program and talk about what everyone has been up to since our last chat, as well as discuss POC issues that are present even in the world of television puppetry. We’ll also drop in to the Injury Corner and find out how Muppet Performer Mike Quinn was injured, and will ask Fran Brill another puppeteer a question about NOT puppets! All on this week's Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this encore episode of Below the Frame, Matt sits down with Sesame Street Muppet Performer Tyler Bunch (Louie) about growing up all over the country, performing puppets for The Disney Crew, monitor nights, and creating memorable characters. We learn about the phrase "Blue Skies" and ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer Pam Arciero (Grundgetta) a question about NOT puppets.

On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking with Jan Nelson, wife of the late Muppet Performer Jerry Nelson (The Count, Floyd Pepper, Robin, etc.)! We’ll hear how they met, what Jerry thought of Jim Henson (hint: he loved him), and so much more! Plus, we’ve got another Jerry Story read by Fran Brill and a Jerry Song (or two). Join us for a brand new Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this updated episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to Leigh Slaughter and Michael Steinbach from The Muppets Studio! We'll hear how they landed with The Muppets, how important fan involvement is, where they see Kermit and the gang heading in the future, plus a previously unheard three minutes about the Adam F. Goldberg-led series, The Muppets Mayhem, coming to Disney+! We’ll also be visiting the Injury Corner to hear how Muppet Performer David Rudman was injured on the job, and we'll ask Muppet Performer Alice Dinnean a question about NOT puppets! It’s on this updated episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this episode of Below the Frame with Matt Vogel, I’m talking to Muppet Performer Bruce Lanoil! We'll talk about family, how Bruce became a puppeteer, and the many, many projects he’s done over the years. We’ll also be paying yet another visit to the INJURY CORNER and hear how Sesame Street Muppet Performer Frankie Cordero was injured, and we'll ask Muppet Performer Noel MacNeal a question about NOT puppets! It's all on this week's Below the Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, I'm talking to my friend, David Rudman. David performs Cookie Monster and Baby Bear on Sesame Street and Scooter, Janice, Beaker and more for the Disney Muppets and I am so happy to have this opportunity to talk all about his life. We also have a memory of Jerry Nelson from Leslie Carrara-Rudolph (who reads a Jerry Story) and we hear a song I think was written by Jerry...but I'm not sure. It's all Below The Frame!

On this encore episode of Below the Frame, Matt chats with Sesame Street wranglers Michelle Hickey and Lara MacLean about their jobs as wranglers on Sesame Street, a current list of live hand Sesame Street characters, and what one item they cannot do their job without. We also learn about how important "monitors" are in the world of television puppetry (hint: very important).

On this encore episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, we hear from Muppet Performer Eric Jacobson (Miss Piggy, Grover, Fozzie, Bert, Animal) about what made him realize that he needed to work for The Muppets, what he learned from Frank Oz, and of course, we’ll talk about the many characters he plays. We also learn about "Good Eye Focus" and ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer Ryan Dillon (Elmo) a question about NOT puppets!

On this episode of Below The Frame Matt is talking to Rollie Krewson! She builds puppets! Famous puppets! And lots of the iconic Sesame Street characters were built by Rollie! Plus, she reveals the secret of The Muppet Stitch! We’ll also pay another visit to the Injury Corner and ask a puppeteer a question about NOT Puppets! It's Below The Frame with Matt Vogel!

On this episode of Below the Frame, Matt's talking to Muppet Performer and Star Wars cast member Mike Quinn! They'll be talking Muppet Show, Star Wars, puppetry (of course) and a lot more! Plus, we’ll be learning about “Headbands” in puppetry and asking a Puppeteer about NOT puppets!It’s time to go...Below the Frame!

On this week's episode of Below The Frame, I'm talking with the remarkable Debi Spinney! We learn all about Debi and find out a little of what see experienced alongside her dear Sesame Street Muppet Performer husband, Caroll Spinney - who, of course, played Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch! We’ll also hear a very special Jerry Story from Muppet Performer Dave Goelz, plus and a song, too (not from Dave, but from Jerry).

On this episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel, we talk to Sesame Street Muppet Performer Frankie Cordero (Rudy). We talk about growing up near Chicago, his mentors (including David Rudman) and a lot more! We also ask Sesame Street Muppet Performer Warrick Brownlow-Pike (Gonger) a question about NOT puppets. This episode of Below The Frame with Matt Vogel is brought to you by "Awkward Positions"!