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Behind the Actors Studio: Allegations

You probably have an idea of how long we can keep running the same joke into the ground! Your idea is wrong.

Jan 21, 201518 min

Episode 45: The Afterlife and Telegrams

What do you get when you take a show that's Just "4" Kids, divide by two, subtract one, and struggle on in the face of overwhelming loss and grief? That's right--the all-singing, all-dancing, all-mysteries-revealing SEASON FINALE!<br><br><em>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://freesound.org/people/fuzzpapi/sounds/147345/">fuzzpapi</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/tmokonen/sounds/95951/">tmokonen</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/jnr%20hacksaw/sounds/11221/>jnr hacksaw</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/northern87/sounds/131100/>northern87</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/DJ%20Chronos/sounds/32312/">DJ Chronos</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/sandyrb/sounds/86207/">sandyrb</a>, and <a href="http://freesound.org/people/StonedB/sounds/179376/">StonedB</a>, used under Creative Commons license.</em>

Jun 25, 20149 min

Episode 44: The Future and Decisions

Hey, everybody runs into hard times once in a while, over and over again, no matter what we try to do differently. But you know what will always be there for you? The future--and the Children's Hour of Knowledge! Join us as we close our eyes and go rushing forward into a better yesterday... tomorrow!<br><br><em>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://freesound.org/people/elliottmoo/sounds/194911/">elliottmoo</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/malexmedia/sounds/35250/">malexmedia</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/altfuture/sounds/174643/>altfuture</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/ngruber/sounds/204777/">ngruber</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/kingsrow/sounds/150246/">kingsrow</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/reg7783/sounds/133440/">reg7783</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/vmgraw/sounds/235620/">vmgraw</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/StonedB/sounds/179376/">StonedB</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/sandyrb/sounds/86207/">sandyrb</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/bone666138/sounds/198876/">bone666138</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/DJ%20Chronos/sounds/32312/">DJ Chronos</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Zarkonnen/sounds/168885/">Zarkonnen</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/KingofPampers/sounds/213501/">KingofPampers</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/northern87/sounds/131100/">northern87</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Klerrp/sounds/121941/">Klerrp</a> (<a href="http://freesound.org/people/Klerrp/sounds/121942/">twice</a>), <a href="http://freesound.org/people/LoafDV/sounds/238289/">LoafDV</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Benboncan/sounds/92987/">Benboncan</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/jnr%20hacksaw/sounds/11221/">jnr hacksaw</a>, and <a href="http://freesound.org/people/tmokonen/sounds/95951/">tmokonen</a>.</em>

Jun 19, 20148 min

Episode 43: Mnemonics and the Food Chain

Ah, zoology--the special branch of science dedicated to worshiping the mysteries of life! Where do we come from? How do we smell? What drives animals to weave their complex and beautiful dance of dominance, cruelty and death? We'll never know unless we... ask somebody!<br><br>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://freesound.org/people/sittingmonkeyanim/sounds/199919/">sittingmonkeyanim</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Zabuhailo/sounds/143125/">Zabuhailo</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Reitanna/sounds/217767/">Reitanna</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/AntumDeluge/sounds/188043/">AntumDeluge</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/wisslgisse/sounds/52756/">wisslgisse</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/vedas/sounds/175381/">vedas</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Autistic%20Lucario/sounds/140210/">Autistic Lucario</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Elfman-Rox/sounds/238555/">Elfman-Rox</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/pepv/sounds/188262/">pepv</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/acclivity/sounds/64401/">acclivity</a>,

Jun 11, 20147 min

Episode 42: Comparative Theology and Ursine Health

Sure, the CHK is Just For Kids, but what about the universe of universities? This week, Bongo and Davey take a minute to "cap their gowns" and leap looklessly into the world of academia! Joined by a noted "Doctor" of Divinity , they'll live, laugh and learn more about the kind of education that gets you... higher!<br><br><em>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/CapsLok/sounds/181266/">CapsLok</a>, <a href="https://www.freesound.org/people/tlwm/sounds/165861/>tlwm</a>, <a href="https://www.freesound.org/people/stewdio2003/sounds/238367/">stewdio2003</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/altfuture/sounds/174643/">altfuture</a>, and <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Setuniman/sounds/135774/">Setuniman</a>.</em>

Jun 4, 20148 min

Episode 41: An Episode In Three Parts

Music. Finance. Literature. Animals... and the handicapped. Today, as never before, we're proud to bring you our most restrained and dignified episode yet. The kind of real storytelling. We've always wanted to do. From the hills of Appalachia to the deepest inner city. From yachting to romance. From past to present. A look into the future. Of this... puppet... life.<br><br><em>Guest-starring the phenomenal <a href="https://twitter.com/joehills">Joe Hills</a> as Prufrock J. Endoplasm! This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/nicklubimov/sounds/147800/">nicklubimov</a>,<a href="http://freesound.org/people/milton./sounds/136463/">milton.</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Halleck/sounds/29938/">Halleck</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Corsica_S/sounds/23735/">Corsica_S</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/saphe/sounds/173955/">saphe</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/phenoxy/sounds/195448/">phenoxy</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/JarredGibb/sounds/219492/">JaredGibb</a>, as well as a recording from the <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/">Free Music Archive</a> by <a href="http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Quantum_Jazz/End_of_Line/07_-_Quantum_Jazz_-_Orbiting_A_Distant_Planet">Quantum Jazz</a>.</em>

May 28, 20148 min

Episode 40: The Judicial System and Gaseous Byproducts

There's plenty of "raps" to "beat" this week, but we're not talking about hop jams--Bongo and Davey are here to explore the wonders of trial by jury with their very own lives! Be sure to pay attention to hear a spectacular collection of guest puppets, or we'll hold you in contempt... of my heart!<br><br><em>Featuring a <a href="https://twitter.com/joehills">SECRET SURPRISE GUEST</a> who will get his credit next week! This podcast includes samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://freesound.org/people/odditonic/sounds/187705/">odditonic</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/soundmary/sounds/194999/">soundmary</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/mredig/sounds/120560/">mredig</a> and <a href="http://freesound.org/people/RutgerMuller/sounds/104096/">RutgerMuller</a>.</em>

May 21, 20147 min

Episode 39: Stages of Grief and Dietetics

Sometimes, we have people who really matter in our lives, and sometimes those people are gone. It's a tough subject for our boys to tackle, but fortunately, Matronly Margaret is here to help them deal with it! It's going to be fine!!! ITS FINE!!!!! THERE ARE EVEN SOME POOP JOKES<br><br><em>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Pogotron/sounds/65514/">Pogotron</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/altfuture/sounds/174640/">altfuture</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/RutgerMuller/sounds/103996/">RutgerMuller</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Srehpog/sounds/31623/">Srehpog</a>.

May 14, 20147 min

Episode 38: Reading and Medical Technology

Ah... remember high school? Yearbooks? Textbooks? Matchbooks? Of course you don't! The Hour of Knowledge is for Kids Only! But if you did remember, I'd urge you to read the "fine print" about your memories. They may be closer... than they appear!<br><br><em>Carolyn is voiced by the brilliant <a href="http://thedoubleclicks.com/">Angela Webber of the Doubleclicks</a>! This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by fons (<a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62412">1</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62363">2</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62362">3</a>), <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=50633">chipfork</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=58493">juskiddink</a>.</em>

May 7, 20148 min

Behind the Actors Studio: Guided Meditation

Take a journey with us... a journey through history... through innerspace... through possibly the dumbest thing we have ever put on magnetic storage media...!<br><br> <i>This ridiculous podcast contains selections from a recording of the <a href="http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100551">Danse Macabre</a>, used under a Creative Commons license.</i>

Apr 23, 201411 min

Episode 37: Brains

Have you ever really thought about your brain? Like REALLY thought about it? Trick question! You can't. It's a paradox. Bongo, Davey and returning guest Profoctor Daniel are here to help you stop thinking... and stop doing! <br><br><em>Profoctor Daniel is voiced by the amazing <a href="http://www.krisstraub.com/">Kris Straub</a>! This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://freesound.org/people/altfuture/sounds/174640/">altfuture</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/THE_bizniss/sounds/39562/">THE_bizniss</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Kyster/sounds/140615/">Kyster</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/martinimeniscus/sounds/199451/">martinimeniscus</a>, and <a href="http://freesound.org/people/deathmasterwa/sounds/130626/">deathmasterwa</a>.

Mar 26, 20149 min

Episode 36: Music and Salvation

Ever wondered where the sun sets? Where the rainbow goes? Why birds can fly over it--but you can't? Even on a plane? Join us as we explore a musical mystery years in the making, and unravel the secret of why the chicken crossed... the sky! <i>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=114026">tgfcoder</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=112382">derficker</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=65514">Pogotron</a>, as well as <a href="http://www.severedfifth.com/releases/">"The Lake" by Severed Fifth</a>, used under a Creative Commons Attribution-Sharealike license.</i>

Mar 19, 20147 min

Episode 35: The Digestive System and Brachiation

What's for dinner? Or, perhaps we should be asking--what WAS for dinner? That's the "mystery" afoot at the Pirate Broadcast Center, but don't worry: Davey, Bongo, and a special surprise guest are "just in case!" <br><br> <em>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by--get ready--<a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/adcbicycle/sounds/13825/">adcbicycle</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Alvinwhatup2/sounds/161750/">Alvinwhatup2</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/CastIronCarousel/sounds/216748/">CastIronCarousel</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/oxymore/sounds/34217/">oxymore</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Benboncan/sounds/60178/">Benboncan</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/dobroide/sounds/24363/">dobroide</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/payattention/sounds/81192/">payattention</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/BMacZero/sounds/96137/">BMacZero</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/ecfike/sounds/130863/">ecfike</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Project_Trident/sounds/140296/">Project_Trident</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/danieldouch/sounds/218094/">danieldouch</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/lolamadeus/sounds/181062/">lolamadeus</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/Eneasz/sounds/216882/">Eneasz</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/LampEight/sounds/178021/">LampEight</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/bulbastre/sounds/126952/">bulbastre</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/FreqMan/sounds/40554/">FreqMan</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/XxBirdoxX/sounds/52290/">XxBirdoxX</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/scriptique/sounds/50823/">scriptique</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/amsempl/sounds/151963/">amsempl</a> (<a href="http://freesound.org/people/amsempl/sounds/151961/">several</a> <a href="http://freesound.org/people/amsempl/sounds/151972/">more</a> <a href="http://freesound.org/people/amsempl/sounds/151970/">times</a>), <a href="http://freesound.org/people/swimignorantfire/sounds/165196/">swimignorantfire</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/videog/sounds/149190/">videog</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/CastIronCarousel/sounds/216874/">CastIronCarousel</a>, <a href="http://freesound.org/people/abbahoot/sounds/221650/">abbahoot</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/TicTacShutUp/sounds/406/">TicTacShutUp</a>.</em>

Mar 12, 20146 min

Episode 34: Video Games

Are you hungry for a "power pellet?" Want to "level up" in "intelligence?" Well, luckily you don't have to go to the arcade this time--we've got a new episode streaming down your cybernet, packed with bleeps, bloops, bits, bytes, and enough pixels to make you... sick-cell!<br><br> <i>This podcast features a special guest appearance by <a href="http://www.ashlyburch.com/"><b>Ashly Burch</b></a> of <a href="http://www.heyash.com/">Hey Ash, Whatcha Playin'</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/BakedGoodsShow">Baked Goods</a>! It also features samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Pogotron/sounds/65514/">Pogotron</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/TicTacShutUp/sounds/406/">TicTacShutUp</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/oxymore/sounds/34217/">oxymore</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Benboncan/sounds/60178/">Benboncan</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/dobroide/sounds/24363/">dobroide</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/JamesOC/sounds/69585/">JamesOC</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/payattention/sounds/81192/">paytattention</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/thanvannispen/sounds/9429/">thanvannispen</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/morgantj/sounds/59579/">morgantj</a>, as well as <a href="http://www.severedfifth.com/releases/">"The Lake" by Severed Fifth</a>, used under a Creative Commons Attribution-Sharealike license.</i>

Mar 5, 20146 min

Episode 33: Fireworks and Chemistry

What happens when you mix eight milliliters of Bongo, ten centimeters of Davey, forty pounds of surprise guest and a little bit of knowledge? Stand back, kids, because the results might just be... chemical! <i>This podcast contains samples from <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">freesound.org</a> by (get ready) <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/gallagho/sounds/27366/">gallagho</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/beatbed/sounds/15819/">beatbed</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/wildweasel/sounds/39015/">wildweasel</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/adcbicycle/sounds/13825/">adcbicycle</a>, CGEffex (<a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/CGEffex/sounds/96632/">1</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/CGEffex/sounds/96630/">2</a>), <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/pierrecartoons1979/sounds/90222/">pierrecartoons1979</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Jon285/sounds/34708/">Jon285</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/Robinhood76/sounds/64346/">Robinhood76</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/watupgroupie/sounds/36815/">watupgroupie</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/people/NoiseCollector/sounds/3718/">NoiseCollector</a>.</i>

Feb 26, 20146 min

Episode 32: Pirate Radio

What's that? You've scented something on the breath of the wind? Are the rumors possible?! Tune your ear to the frequency of magic, and cross-reference by the longitude and latitude of the unknown, because the Children's Hour of Knowledge is... back! <i>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=78391">PaperJam</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=104878">Kulanan</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=103586">steveygos93</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=32630">kjackson</a>. Special thanks to an unknown hero of MIDI composition.</i>

Oct 22, 20106 min

Episode 31: PHYSICZ N GREAT XXXPECTATIONS

YO I THINK IM A GET ME SUM O THEM NEW GUCCI SCARVES. DETROIT COLD AS A B*TCH IN OCTOBS N I BET ID LOOK FLY IN ONE O DEM. MAYBE SUMTHIN IN FUCHSIA IF IT GOES WIT MY FUR COLOR, KNOW WHAT IM SAYIN PUPPET, LOL <i>This podcast contains a samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=39030">wildweasel</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=91918">Filipe Chagas</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=25322">Therac-25</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=55193">hello_flowers</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=71740">audible-25</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=101961">CGEffex</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=101961">sapht</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=83772">ssaada1</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=64346">Robinhood76</a>. Special thanks to secret guest star Kara Neary!</i>

Oct 6, 20106 min

Episode 30: Babies Redux

Ah, spring... the time for change and renewal! Rebirth! Regular birth! Afterbirth! "Eww," you say? That's nothing! Just wait 'til you see what's coming "down" the "pipe" as we slide headfirst out of the season... finale! <i>This podcast features a return performance by special guest <b>Erika Moen</b> of <a href="http://www.darcomic.com/">DAR: A Super Girly Top Secret Comic Diary</a>! It also includes samples from <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">freesound.org</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=58202">THE_bizniss</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=68659">mikaelfernstrom</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=21741">Erdie</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=29542">bennychico11</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=59263">Rock Savage</a>.</i>

Apr 20, 20096 min

Episode 29: Rap Battle

No joke intro for this episode, we're just glad it's over with. Jesus CHRIST that was hard. We are never making fun of anyone who raps for a living again.* *lie <i>This episode features samples from <a href="http://www.ccmixter.org/">ccMixter</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">freesound.org</a> by Andino Mobin (<a href="http://ccmixter.org/files/anindo6666/332">1</a> and <a href="http://ccmixter.org/files/anindo6666/329">2</a>), <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=3536">luffy</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=29542">bennychico11</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=59263">Rock Savage</a>, and <a href="http://ccmixter.org/files/CJ_Fresh2224/12838">CJ Fresh</a>.</i>

Mar 30, 20098 min

Episode 29 Teaser

Uh-oh, kids! Turns out episode 29 needs just a little more "lovin'" while it's still in the "oven." But what's to sustain you this week, you ask? Try these sixty seconds of delicious... filler!

Mar 19, 20091 min

Episode 28: Raw Foods and Max Weber

Another fragrant Detroit spring is in the air, and we all know what that means--it's audit time! Join Matronly Margaret, her "boys" and a special surprise guest star as we take another perfectly normal, harmless journey into... children! <i>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by fons (<a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62412">1</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62363">2</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62362">3</a>), <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=50633">chipfork</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=58493">juskiddink</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=29542">bennychico11</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=59263">Rock Savage</a>.</i>

Mar 11, 20095 min

Episode 27: Nightmares and Canada

Smells like poutine spirit! Been a while since we had a guest puppet from beyond our borders, eh? Let's "agree" to "freely" "trade" some "Americanism" with our neighbors from the... knowledge! <i>This podcast contains a sample from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=64346">RobinHood76</a></i>.

Mar 5, 20095 min

Behind the Actors Studio #3

Who needs a new episode this week? We've got something even better! Listen close, and you might just hear the music... <i>of laziness!</i>

Feb 26, 200913 min

Episode 26: Smoking

When Davey brings in a guest puppet who wants to "just say no," it's a surprise to more than just our audience! Join us on this magical journey of confrontation as we "just say yes..." to you! <i>This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=34205">themfish</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62925">SpeedY</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=32682">FreqMan</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=32630">kjackson</a>.</i>

Feb 19, 20095 min

Episode 25: A Very Special Episode

Better put away those Genius Caps and put on your Feeling Fedoras, kids. It's time to "rap" from the "heart" as our special musical guest brings you a little straight talk from the streets... of prison! <i>This podcast features samples from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=66926">jack nesky</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=22267">zeuss</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=17573">danglada</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=17185">reinsamba</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=43586">Syna-Max</a>.</i>

Feb 12, 20095 min

Episode 24: Skating and Vegetarianism

What's better than talking to a police officer? A police officer who wants to talk to you! Bongo and Davey take a "ride-along" to show you how we fought the law, and the law... fun!

Feb 4, 20096 min

Episode 23: MYSTERY!

The room is locked! The body has been found! The private eye is on the case, and the pressure's on to figure out who in the Treehouse Lab... is a MYSTERY! <i>New to the podcast? Don't forget to check out the <a href="/2008/12/episode-21-christmas-special/">Christmas episode</a> that started all this, not to mention our new <a href="/puppet-roll-call/">Puppet Roll Call</a> page!</i>

Jan 29, 20097 min

Episode 22: Radiation and Marijuana

Come again, guv'nor? You say it's nineteen-hundred thirtysomething in the twentieth century?! Harken back to the days of <i>lore</i> as the present and future of the Children's Hour of Knowledge come face to face with the face... of its past! <i>This episode features special guest Kristofer Straub of <a href="http://www.starslip.com/">Starslip</a> and <a href="http://www.chainsawsuit.com/">Chainsawsuit</a>!</i>

Jan 22, 20096 min

Episode 21: Christmas Special

Reindeer and ruin! Carols and caltrops! A horde of guest stars and a howling good time! Think you can handle our spectacular holiday spectacle spectacular? We'll see you after a short break in the New Year, if we all... survive!

Dec 24, 20086 min

Episode 20: Sweaters and Checkbooks

The weather outside is frightening, but it's getting hotter by the minute in the Treehouse! Come on in and "suck our brains" as Davey and Bongo take a little two-on-one time with a working... professional! <i>Featuring special guest Dylan Meconis of <a href="http://www.projectkooky.com/dylan/familyman/">Family Man</a>!</i>

Dec 11, 20085 min

Episode 19: Australia and the Moon

It's down to the closing bell on substitute selection! Who will be the one to snag the coveted cohost's chair? The answer might just shock... you! <i>This podcast contains a samples from the <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=53442">geoffbarkman</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=62588">Benboncan</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=51675">thetruwu</a>, and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=43586">Syna-Max</a>.</i>

Dec 4, 20085 min

Episode 18: Thanksgiving

Pull up a chair and open wide, kids! It's time to glut yourselves with a steaming hot, proteinaceous, belly-bursting load of... knowledge!

Nov 27, 20084 min

Episode 17: Puppies and Kitties

Who's ready for a trip to Snuggleland? We're talking about new pets, new puppets, and maybe even a new cohost (?!). Wolfman Mozart returns for our fuzziest, woofiest, most histamine-filled episode... ever!

Nov 19, 20085 min

Episode 16: Money

We're back from our break and ready to bring you the latest and hottest on the world economic situation. Got your Genius Caps on? It's time for some fresh blood in the water when the DBEF brings you the lowdown on the slowdown... <i>now!</i>

Nov 12, 20087 min

Behind the Actors Studio: Stephen Interviews Brendan

Can it be? <i>The complement to last week's show?!</i> The interrobang demands an affirmative, dear listener--Stephen pins Brendan down for over twelve minutes of moist, hot interrogation in this groundbreakingly late nonepisode!

Sep 20, 200812 min

Behind the Actors Studio: Brendan Interviews Stephen

Desperate for your weekly hot knowledge injection? While we gear up for season two, fill your lonely hours with fifteen minutes of Brendan and Stephen rambling about Canadian dildos.

Sep 10, 200815 min

Episode 15: Puppies and Motorcycles (Season 1 Finale)

Highway chases! Hunger strikes! Stabbing, magic powers and incredible truths revealed! You'll find it all here as an incredible guest arrives to end our season with an... exclamation mark! (This episode uses samples from <a href="http://www.freesound.org/">the freesound project</a>: <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=20223">1</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=31600">2</a>, <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=34301">3</a> and <a href="http://www.freesound.org/samplesViewSingle.php?id=59001">4</a>.) <i>The CHK will return in just a few weeks--meanwhile, get ready for intermittent episodes of Stephen and Brendan rambling in...</i> <b>Behind the Actors Studio!</b>

Sep 3, 2008

Episode 14: Paternity and Bad Feelings

Bang goes the gavel! Matronly Margaret returns to help Bongo and Davey sit in judgment of... you! <i>Be sure to tune in next week for our big season finale!</i>

Aug 27, 20085 min

Episode 13: Counting and Maritime Safety

What's that? A <i>double-guester?!</i> This two-fisted "dive" into the "sea" of "numbers" may teach you more than you ever wanted... to know! <i>This episode features special guest Erika Moen of <a href="http://www.darcomic.com/">DAR: A Super Girly Top Secret Comic Diary</a>!</i>

Aug 20, 20086 min

Episode 12: Pharmaceuticals

Don't be a "chill pill!" Come along with Davey and Bongo to explore the wonders of modern pharmacology... it's a "trip!" <i>This episode contains an extra-long excerpt from our theme song, "<a href="http://freemusic.freeculture.org/media/files/anonymous/1096">Across the Sky</a>," used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.</i>

Aug 13, 20086 min

Episode 11: Babies

What happens when Davey, Bongo and special guest Matronly Margaret take a journey deep into the mysteries of where babies come from? You might end up feeling a little... gross!

Aug 7, 20085 min

Episode 10: Mark Twain and Communism

It's time for an episode that tackles imaginary stories of all kinds, including a guest with tons of tales you might think... tall!

Jul 30, 20086 min

Episode 9: Motivational Music

It's all in the family on this episode, as Bongo brings in a guest to make sure the Supergenius Treehouse Lab stays... funded! <i>This show uses samples from <a href="http://ccmixter.org/">ccMixter</a> by <a href="http://ccmixter.org/files/DoKashiteru/15768">DoKashiteru</a> and <a href="http://ccmixter.org/files/vo1k1/15006">vo1k1</a>, under Creative Commons licensing.</i>

Jul 24, 20085 min

Episode 8: 20 Most Important Facts of the 20th Century

We're counting down the millennium with a fact-o-magic list of knowledge that will take you back... in time!

Jul 16, 20085 min

Episode 7: Ghosts and Ouija Boards

What happens when you mix a guest puppet who's pure American legend with a few questions about the spirit world? The answer might just... spook you!

Jul 9, 20085 min

Episode 6: Independence Day

Profoctor Davey and Bongo extend a <i>knowledge hug</i> all the way across the (Atlantic) Ocean, as guest puppet Thaddeus von Wiggletrousers returns for a special tribute to our Independence... Day!

Jul 3, 20085 min

Episode 5: Oral Hygiene and Zombies

It's time for a whole <i>mob</i> of guest stars as Profoctor Davey and Bongo learn about the raging party going on inside... your mouth! <em>Special thanks to <a href="http://kevan.org/">Kevan Davis</a>, Noah Dauphin and <a href="http://www.rockyoursocksproductions.com/">Erik A. Williams</a>. This podcast contains samples from the <a href="http://freesound.org/">Free Sound Project</a> by <a href="http://freesound.org/people/JustinBW/sounds/70112/">JustinBW</a> and <a href="http://freesound.org/people/bulbastre/sounds/126909/">bulbastre</a>.</em>

Jun 25, 20086 min

Episode 4: String Theory and Corn Chips

Special guest star Thaddeus von Wiggletrousers takes you for an imagination ride through space, time, and even... Texas!

Jun 18, 20088 min

Episode 3: Blood and Units of Measurement

An exciting new guest star takes Bongo and Profoctor Davey for a "swim" in the incredible ocean... of blood!

Jun 11, 20086 min

Episode 2: Music and Composting

Bongo and the Profoctor join their new pal Wolfman Mozart in investigating the beauty of the universe... from the greatest crescendo, to the tiniest helpers in your "back yard!"

Jun 6, 20084 min