Tag Archives: Sesame Street

Are Bert and Ernie a gay couple?

Posted on September 18, 2018 by Max

The Bert and Ernie debate has resurfaced in light of the recent interview with former Sesame Street writer Mark Saltzman, in which he talks about writing the pair as a gay couple. If you recall, I’ve already written the definitive … Continue reading →

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The Man Behind Gordon: An Interview with Roscoe Orman

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Max

It’s a shame Sesame Workshop may be “letting go” three beloved actors, including the multifaceted Roscoe Orman, who did this great interview with me for the book: “The Man Behind Gordon”. Enjoy!

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‘Listen, React and Tell the Truth’: An Interview with Michael Earl

Posted on December 25, 2015 by Max

I am sorry to mark the passing of Michael Earl, a longtime puppeteer, whom Richard Hunt mentored as a young performer on Sesame Street. Earl briefly played Snuffleupagus, Forgetful Jones, and dozens of other roles in The Muppet Movie, The … Continue reading →

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The Count Writes a Haiku

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Max

Jerry Nelson would have been 80 today. I was lucky to know him. Here’s my memorial essay, “The Count Writes a Haiku.”

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The Swami of Sesame Street: An Interview with Norman Stiles

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Max

Norman Stiles, Sesame Street head writer from 1971 to 1995, told me that Richard Hunt used to call him “Swami” – and after talking with him for a couple of hours, I can see why. Stiles comes off as a … Continue reading →

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