Bell's in the Batfry
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Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 65
A political speech! An update on the search for the fugitive Mr. Whizz'rd! New commercials! Other strange stuff! Please visit the forum and leave your comments: http://thebatfry.com
Secrets Tolled for Episode 64
I had to edit the scene in Episode 64 when Mr. Whizzr'd meets the Plutonian receptionist. Now you can hear that scene in its entirety!Also...Here are some actual Roto Rooter spots I produced for radio!Please leave comments at http://thebatfry.com!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 64
.Mr. Whizzr'd returns with an amazing tale of his abduction by aliens! Does Earth admit a mistake... or suffer total alien domination???And even MORE laughs!Miss Shmacklehiemer.....Cindy TaylorAlien Receptionist... Dale Kesterson and Heather Jewel..
Bell's in the Batfry, between the podcasts for 63
After an explanation of what I'm trying to do, here... I play a deleted scene from episode 63... and I also have a bit that I did on the radio locally!Please leave comments, suggestions, and questions at http://thebatfry.comGo to the Forum, look under "Bell's in the Batfry" for "Bloopers 'n' Extras"
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 63
Mr. Whizzr'd returns to explain Sonar and Radar to Billy!The premiere of the Bucky the Plucky Cowlet TV reality show!And another foray into.... THE ALTERNATE UNIVERSE!!! Another listener-written brouhaha (which means you blame Jeff T. Musick and not ME)!!PLEASE leave comments at http://thebatfry.com!..
Bell's in the Batfry, bloopers for episode 62
Miss Shmacklehiemer and Walt don't always have thier sessions go smoothly...
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 62
Our first show both at our new host address (libsyn.com) and from our new Batfry Building (the previous building having been incinerated in a recent episode).In this episode, we explore our new digs.Extra voices and material:Aunt Harriet.... Becky BeachWalt Snider.... Walt SniderMiss Shmacklehiemer.... Cindy Taylor And special Guest star...Irving M. Snerdly..... Ron of Griddlecakes.com!!!Please visit http://thebatfry.com for the complete story... plus the forums to discuss said story and other stuff.
Bloopers / Extras for episode 46
Arnie and the Kiddie Kamper Kid.... unedited!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 61
The Annual Christmas Special! Odd acts... all performed in the rubble of what once was our Batfry building. Special thanks to: Celeste Wychopen Cindy Taylor Dale Kesterson and Jean Williams! The show caps off with the traditional telling of a Christmas story with me and Beth, the Kiddie Kamper girl. This show is dedicated to my wife, Jean, who has been portraying Beth in my life since we were married on this date 33 years ago. To learn more, visit: http://thebatfry.com and check the show notes in the forum!--
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 60
The big six-oh!! We learn the truth about Rex! And a mysterious hero from a big city appears to save the day! Lots more information in the show notes at http://thebatfry.com. This show is based on characters created by myself and my pal Jay Trapnell back around 1970. The whole sordid story is explained in the show notes at http://thebatfry.com. DON'T READ THE SHOW NOTES UNTIL AFTER YOU'VE HEARD THE EPISODE! Special guest voices: Cindy Taylor as LaVerze Dale Kesterson as the secretary Some background music by Darrin Lodwick, including opening theme!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 59
We introduce our brand-new opening music!! Brad interviews for his old job! Arnie and a guest teach us how to nuke a turkey! A new neighbor drops in to say HI and share the bounty of his garden! Mr. Whizzr'd demonstrates how levers are important to one and all! And then... and then... ......things go a little awry.... Opening music by Darren Lodwick--copyright 2007 by Darren Lodwick. A portion of this show was written by guest writer, Jeff T. Musick! (YES, that's how you spell it!) Guest voices: Becky Beach and Cindy Taylor
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 58
Happy Halloween, everybody! Please...leave comments at the forum: http://thebatfry.com
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 57
Brad's Talent Agency...with open auditions! I invited a BUNCH of folks to come up with acts for Brad and send 'em in. So all the acts were devised by the people who's voices are on them! These include... Ron of Griddlecakes! http://griddlecakes.com The "awesome" Chuck Tomasi and Kreg Streppe from Technorama! http://www.chuckchat.com/technorama Clinton of Comedy 4 Cast! http://www.comedy4cast.com Justin Flores of KZSQ Radio! http://www.kzsqfm.com Cindy Taylor! Dale Kesterson! Heather Jewel! See if you can figure out who did what!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 56
What do you do when the show just isn't funny? And DON'T say, "and this is different, how?" Desperate times call for desperate measures!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 55
What will Brad's new job be?? Plus... an interview with a maker of phony money... Mr. Whizzr'd demonstrates chain reactions... A visit from Aunt Harriet... and more! Plus... Brad's new JOB!! Can YOU guess what it will be? More stuff at the forum: http://thebatfry.com
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 54
Brad barely survives the crash! An astronaut drops in for a nightcap! We tour the Kiddie Kamper facilities! Mr. Whizzr'd explains fission! And what about.... Brad's JOB?? KIDDIE KAMPER GIRLS: (in order of appearance) Jean Williams Heather Jewell Dale Kesterson Becky Beach
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 53
Brad is plummeting towards the earth in Arnie's commercial spaceship! Will Brad come thru and save the ship and all the passengers?? This is his big chance to be the HERO!! Yeah. Right. Don't forget to join the forum at http://thebatfry.com!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 52
Zom B. Jones' first sales call! Mr. Whizzr'd exacts revenge! Brad feels unwanted and QUITS! Arnie sends tourists into outer space!! And... a cliffhanger! AFTER you listen to the episode, you can go to http://www.profzounds.com/BIB_bloopers.html to hear a deleted scene! Join us at our forum... http://thebatfry.com! Thanks to the voice/improv talents of (in order of appearance) Dale Kesterson and Becky Beach!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 51
Mr. Whizzr'd returns with a look at scientific hobbies! We're introduced to a new soft drink! I interview somebody for a job! Plus, a special epilog.
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 50
The 50th episode!! I bring back old characters that haven't been heard from for a LONG time!! And, for the most part, there's a reason! Thanks to contributors: Becky Beach Cindy Taylor Dale Kesterson Jim Hingle Heather Jewell and Jean Williams! Visit the forum at http://thebatfry.com!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 49
I finally return to the Batfry... only Brad refused to believe that I'm not DEAD! Be sure to catch Arnie's bit announcement about the WHAT DOES ARNIE LOOK LIKE contest! Guest voices: Cindy Taylor, Jean Williams, and Dale Kesterson. And special guest voice: Maryann Curmi as the Shampoo Commercial announcer!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 48
Arnie, Miss Shmacklehiemer, and a tag-along travel to a very special place to search for the missing Mr. Bell. To where do they travel? Here's a hint: This episode was recorded LIVE in Disneyland! Join the Forum! thebatfry.com!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 47
I'm with the hobos...and we have to resort to desperate measures.... We get JOBS! The two evil lady conspiritors are Becky Beach and Dale Kesterson. The PA Announcer is Cindy Taylor. The music for the big finale was scored by www.cellarofrats.com!! You can hear the music track at www.profzounds.com/BIB_bloopers.html ENTER THE BIG "What does Arnie look like" contest!! Details at thebatfry.com!!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 46
Last time, as you recall, I had escaped the show to ride the rails with some hobos. Meanwhile, back at the Batfry, Arnie is trying to keep control of things. Also... Mr. Whizzr'd looks at hobbies! An old radio drama gets the Batfry treatment! We get an update on the "What does Arnie Look Like" contest! This episode was recorded in California, Oregon, and Kansas! The following provided improvised lines for this episode: Cindy Taylor..........Miss S Becky Beach...........Edwina McMahon, Hortense, and Tilda Dale Kesterson........Scoop Cooper Jean Williams.........Kiddie Kamper Cookie girl Thank you all for being creative enough for me to be lazy enough to not have to write you any lines! As always... post comments at http://thebatfry.com or write to me directly at [email protected]!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 45
John Bell bolts! Bell boards a boxcar and becomes a hobo! PLUS...FINALLY... details on how to enter the WHAT DOES ARNIE LOOK LIKE contest! And, if you listen carefully, you MAY just hear the prize--an electronic cowlet! This episode is a little different...so I'd REALLY appreciate comments at http://thebatfry.com! GUEST CAST: Jay Williams as "Perry Mason" Dale Kesterson as Scoop Cooper Plus.... a mystery cameo voice!!! OoooooeeeeeoooOOooo!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 44
Okay... I admit it. The "Three Little Pigs" bit was silly. I had hoped to have heard the LAST of it. But no.... Miss Shmacklehiemer insists that we should have done "Hansel and Gretel" instead. So SHE makes her OWN version of Hansel and Gretel. And then things just spiral out of control from there. THE CAST: Becky Beach as the Psychiatrist Cindy Taylor as Miss Shmacklehiemer Dale Kesterson and Jim Hingle as the couple on the Repair-a-rip commercial The Forum has been FIXED!!! No more SPAM!!! Please join our forum at http://thebatfry.com!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 43
An ANNOUNCEMENT of a BIG CONTEST!!! See how you can win a PRIZE!! We also introduce a new SUPERHERO feature!! And Mr. Whizzr'd returns!!! Plus... some unfinished business from the LAST episode!! If you got a few minutes and wanna hear some great storytelling, go to griddlecakes.com. If you happen to listen to the episode entitled, "The Griddlecakes Zone", you'll hear yours truly!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 42
We try out a new media technology: The Podcast DVD! Access chapters! Get special features! Hear commentary! This is the special test-marketing of the all-new Bell's in the Batfry Podcast DVD! Are YOU one of the lucky people who will get one in the mail? Of course not. I made the whole thing up. Haha! Gotcha!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 41
The Christmas Show! Another spectacular Christmas spectacular is planned...gee, let's hope things don't go awry. This episode features a FAMOUS GUEST STAR! No, really. REALLY! Special thanks to vocalists Dale Kesterson and Heather Jewell. Please visit http://thebatfry.com and leave comments (good and bad) on the forum! Also...be prepared to send a donation to the Fawn Park Project. The address is: 4531 Noeline Way Encino, CA 91436 More info on the Podcast! Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah, Kwality Kwaanza, and wacky winter solstice to you all!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 40
***CONTENT WARNING*** This is an audio diary of my Colonoscopy. I do NOT use graphic terms and I believe this is appropriate for all ages. However, because of the subject matter, you may want to listen to this episode BEFORE sharing it with your smaller children. If for no other reason, than to be ready to answer questions. So... enjoy my "coca-colanoscopy"! And if you're of the age, let this be an incentive to convince you to have YOURS done! Please share your comments on the forum at http://thebatfry.com!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 39
Brad makes a BIG sale for a podcast sponsor! The sponsor gets interviewed! Mr. Whizzr'd demonstrates hair growth formulas! Arnie brings in his girlfriend, Griselda; and his sister, Griselda! Things go awry! After you listen to the episode, PLEASE join other listeners at our forum, located at http://thebatfry.com!!--
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 38
An explanation why I haven't put out a podcast lately.
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 36
My adventures at the Podcast Expo in Ontario, California! You'll hear voices that belong to the following podcasts: http://www.griddlecakes.com http://www.typicalpcuser.com http://www.typicalmacuser.com http://www.immigrationtales.com http://www.poddog.ca http://www.truckertom.podcast.com http://www.elsiesyogakula.com Oh...and Miss Shmacklehiemer wormed her way into attending, too....
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 37
The Big One Year Anniversary Show! Here's how this episode came about: I contacted as many people as I could who have somehow contributed to this show over the year... plus some buddies and pals. I asked each of them to record random lines, reactions, and questions. I took all of these, added myself and some characters... and came up with the Anniversary Podcast. Some sent lines...some sent full-blown BITS! I used 'em all! I'm not going to tell you who's voices are who's. That's for YOU to figure out. I WILL however, list the appropriate websites for you to visit... in no particular order... griddlecakes.com typicalpcuser.com typicalmacuser.com immigrationtales.com chuckchat.com kevindevin.com vozhumana.vox.com/ forums.friendsintech.com friendsintech.com queststudios.com And thanks to all the individuals--those who have offered information, comedy, voices, direction, friendship, and support over the year. You'll see thier names listed in all the episodes that have run before this one. If you like the show, tell a friend. If you DON'T like the show...what the heck are you doing reading all this??? And PLEASE visit my forum at http://thebatfry.com! I never thought the show would last more than ten episodes. Thank YOU for listening. ---------------JOHN BELL
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 35
Where the heck IS everybody???
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 34
Our show starts with an interview with Walt Snider (www.waltsnider.com), the guy who set up our brand new forum (thebatfry.com). After that, I treat the gang to a camping trip at a local national park!! What could possibly be more fun than that? ...besides, perhaps, dental surgery?
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 33
I interview an oil executive who promised to be forthright about the current gasoline price situation. In the meantime... you need to write down the following addresses: thebatfry.com 5questions.net You'll find out WHY you wrote them down when you hear the show. Oh...in the credits I forgot to give thanks to my future-lawyer son for the expert legal advice he provided me. 'Preciate it, Jay.
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 32
First, my apolgies for getting this done so late. I was beset with problems in time, glitches, and laryngitis! But here's this episode, featuring: Arnie with watermelon! An arson investigator! A special ad for the hot weather! Mr. Whizzr'd demonstrating Pool Safety! A report on ComiCon! And... a Mens' Room CRISIS!! Join the forum! http://thebatfry.com
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 31
Season Three Opener! How did John Bell survive the hail of bullets?? Why is it taking so long for Arnie to drive his car??? What will happen when Herman-Zombie meets his wife???? Will you buy what's offered in the fake ad????? Will Mr. Whizzr'd have a GERM of an idea?????? Will Brad have another "Brad Moment" with disasterous results??????? And what of the seance, hmmmmmm???????? Join the forum! http://thebatfry.com
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 30
The reading (sniffle) of Aunt Harriet's will! Building the new, improved podcast studios! Mr. Whizzr'd celebrates the Fourth (belatedly)! A strange and unexpected visitor!! Destruction and Mayhem!! Its almost like...... naaaaaaa. Couldn't be... Or could it?
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 29
SEASON OPENER!! Last time as you recall (and if you don't you should listen again to the cheap and tawdry season closer), the BIB Building exploded, trapping all inside! Who will survive?? Who WON'T survive?? As always, send comments to [email protected] Its nice to be back. Thanks for sticking with me! John Bell
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 28
John Bell returns from vacation with some light entertainment to take your minds off the BIG overblown Hollywood summer blockbusters and cheap, tawdry, cliff-hanging TV season finales! Oh...and Mr. Whizzer'd experiments with bouyancy!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 27
Hilarious hijinx ensue when Arnie hears a conversation between Mr. Bell and Ron of Griddlecakes Radio and jumps to a conclusion! Is Mr. Bell going to California for a vacation, or does he have ulterior motives?? Find out in this thrill-packed episode. In color!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 26
Mr. Whizzr'd explains vaccums...and other stuff! Its Employee Evaluation time! I interview a member of the FTC! And you'll be humming along to the jingle of our product placement! Jeepers...what a show!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 25
The NBC Short Story radio series presents: "The Spectre Bride". With commentary by Brad, Arnie, and Myself. Any similarity between this episode and MST3K is purely plagiaristic. Visit the Forum! http://thebatfry.com
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 24
Arnie has a special invention for Easter... then, the ultimate battle! Raisins: Healthy Snack, or deadly menace?
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 23
Things start out so nicely! We have a Hollywood mover and shaker visit. We even sing the Happy Song. Then....... ...an unstoppable force pays a visit!!!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 22
Arnie invents a device to travel along the internet! Naturally, he goes looking for a breakfast of Griddlecakes! Should I even MENTION that things go awry! Plus, Mr. Whizzr'd explains electromagnetism! And a two minute alien invasion! Write this down: http://www.griddlecakes.com I'll explain WHY you need that in the show!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 21
MURDER!! The trial of the century!! Which cast member is bumped off?? Which cast member fries for the crime?? TUNE IN!
Bell's in the Batfry, Episode 20
Are those the ratings?? Ewwwww.... A change of FORMAT for the show?? Political talk?? Will it work??? Will people RUSH to hear it...or LIMBO under it??? Plus, a visit by the Commercial Debunker! Mr. Whizzr'd demonstrates the laws of probablility!