In this episode of Sidebar: A Neopets Podcast, we traverse the digital (and physical) landscape of SO MANY NEW THINGS in Neopia—both on site and off! From a new #NEOPETS Creative Contest to this year’s Altador Cup XX, there is so much happening.

We also sit down with the man behind the Shop Wizard Jubjub, Frank Cesario, for an interview on all things puppet-making, including his journey of bringing a beloved Neopian character to life!

A few additional highlights from this episode include:

• The OG lore surrounding King Coltzan III
• How the Disco Fever Paint Brush could be updated for a modern twist
• The recent update to the Neopets Companion App that has Keaton tickled
• An announcement of the new 2026-2027 Community Ambassador cohort
• The origin of Frank’s Shop Wizard Jubjub puppet

Thank you to Frank for sitting down with us. You can find out more about him and his puppet adventures on Instagram: @fantoccesario

You can also follow the Shop Wizard Jubjub on Instagram: @shopwizardjubjub

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