Today’s show is about the 80s legend, Pee-wee Herman. We talk about his origins, his meteoric ride and his embarrassing fall. Also on the show, Jonathan is back with a very special interview and metagirl talks about the top 5 episodes of Pee-wee’s Playhouse.
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Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This is my favorite podcast ever! Did you get that from me and all my babbling about Paul Reubens and Pee-Wee Herman? Damn, I think my brain just exploded from that Pee-Wee awesomeness.
I would say, as his biggest fan, you definitely had an influence.
You missed one of the best triva questions about Pee Wee’s Playhouse. What famous singer did the Playhouse theme song?
Answer:
cyndi lauper
Loved the episode man. Keep up the great pod. On to next week. Loving the Retroist.
I know I should have mentioned Cyndi Lauper. I actually originally didn’t have the theme in, but added it at the last minute. Grrrrr. Should have popped it in, I am a fan of Ms. Lauper.
Love this site,brings me back to when entertainment was still new and exciting,and vey informative,keep them coming,kudoes to megagirl and jonathan!