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INTERVIEW: Welcome To “The Day You Begin”
The Day You Begin, based on the book by Jacqueline Woodson, is a new one-hour animated special about four kids experiencing their first day of Kindergarten. PBS Kids VP of Content Adriano Schmid discusses the heart and humanity of the special, which premieres this Friday August 7th.
INTERVIEW: The Dynamic Duo Of “Phoebe & Jay”

INTERVIEW: The Dynamic Duo Of “Phoebe & Jay”

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January 26th, 2026
An interview with the creators of the new PBS KIDS pre-school series "Phoebe & Jay", about twins who move-in to a new building with their dad and grandma.
INTERVIEW: A Sunny Chat About “Weather Hunters”

INTERVIEW: A Sunny Chat About “Weather Hunters”

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September 3rd, 2025
Dete Meserve is the executive producer of the new, highly anticipated PBS Kids animated series Weather Hunters, premiering this Monday September 8th. It’s about a family who makes all kinds of discoveries through their love of weather. The forecast is: Fun! (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length and clarity. Images Credit: PBS Kids.) Jackson Murphy: This is […]

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INTERVIEW: The Harmony Of “Acoustic Rooster And His Barnyard Band “

Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band is a new one-hour, jazz-infused special premiering Thursday May 1st on PBS Kids. Creator Kwame Alexander adapts from his 2011 book. Julius Harper serves as executive producer. It’s the story of a young rooster who wants to join jazz animal greats in making fantastic music. This special, and 20 […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|April 21, 2025
INTERVIEW: The Harmony Of “Acoustic Rooster And His Barnyard Band “

INTERVIEW: A Friendly Welcome To “Carl The Collector”

The new PBS Kids animated series Carl the Collector (premiering Thursday November 14th) is about a kid raccoon who has autism. He loves collecting things and sharing his enthusiasm for collections and activities with his friends and family. CTC is created by Zachariah OHora (of the Fuzzytown book universe). Lisa Whittick is the show’s director. […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|November 4, 2024
INTERVIEW: A Friendly Welcome To “Carl The Collector”

INTERVIEW: The Creative Force Behind “Lyla In The Loop”

One of the best in the business when it comes to animation and family programming is PBS KIDS. Lyla in the Loop, a great new series, joins the lineup this Monday February 5th (check your local listings). Emmy-winning creator and executive producer Dave Peth and EP and head writer Fracaswell Hyman loop me in with […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|January 31, 2024
INTERVIEW: The Creative Force Behind “Lyla In The Loop”

INTERVIEW: “Elinor Wonders Why” Creators on New PBS Program

It’s premiere week of the new PBS Kids animated series Elinor Wonders Why. The show, which was developed for children ages 3-5 (but is fun for those even older), is about a group of animal friends who enrich their curiosity about the wonders of life. Creators Jorge Cham and Daniel Whiteson are excited for families […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|September 10, 2020
INTERVIEW: “Elinor Wonders Why” Creators on New PBS Program

INTERVIEW: Welcome To “The Day You Begin”

The Day You Begin, based on the book by Jacqueline Woodson, is a new one-hour animated special about four kids experiencing their first day of Kindergarten. PBS Kids VP of Content Adriano Schmid discusses the heart and humanity of the special, which premieres this Friday August 7th.