A Behind-the-Smurfs Look at How an Animated Classic Came to Life

Meet the hero behind the first Hanna-Barbera stars to records who made stars of Rudolph and Frosty as author JUDY GAIL KRASNOW tells the story of her father, producer Hecky Krasnow of Columbia and Colpix Records.

Actor-turned-marketing whiz TED ECCLES remembers working with Bill Hanna, Joe Barbera, Arthur Rankin, Jr., Jules Bass, Sid and Marty Krofft, Lucille Ball, and Shirley Temple, then takes us behind the scenes at Paramount and Disney.

Jack and the Beanstalk co-star BOB RIHA, JR. remembers Gene Kelly, Bill Hanna, Joe Barbera, Sammy Davis Jr., Kurt Russell, Lesley Ann Warren, and his journey from child actor to superstar photographer.

Meet SHERRY ALBERONI, who recalls voicing Alexandra on Josie and the Pussycats, and her roles on Super Friends, The Monkees, The Three Worlds of Gulliver, the Mickey Mouse Club and more.

The holiday TV tradition of FAMOUS CLASSIC TALES specials by Hanna-Barbera, API, and Ruby-Spears from Kenner Toys is explored with author/historian MICHAEL LYONS.

Find out how Mel Blanc and Henry Corden helped inspire JEFF BERGMAN to continue the voice acting magic of a galaxy of classic cartoon stars. 

Fascinating revelations abound in this salute to iconic comedian/writer/starmaker BILL DANA with his wife, EVY DANA, and JENNI MATZ of the American Comedy Archives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings Island legend DENNIS SPIEGEL talks about his role in the creation of Kings Island, as well as songwriting, sailing, and cooking with Bill Hanna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Warner Archive exec GEORGE FELTENSTEIN returns with details on the extensive restoration and special features on the newly released TOP CAT Blu-ray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pioneering Hollywood Voice Director GINNY McSWAIN recalls her 45-year career with some of the greatest actors in animation history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices