Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!

This week, we're joined by the legendary songwriting duo Michael and Patty Silversher! Known for crafting some of the most iconic and beloved tunes in children's television, the Silvershers have been the musical minds behind countless favorites from Disney and The Jim Henson Company. From writing the unforgettable theme songs for Adventures of the Gummi Bears and TaleSpin to penning songs for Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers, DuckTales, and the Winnie the Pooh franchise, their Disney legacy speaks (or sings!) for itself. Michael also wrote and arranged most of the classic Mickey Mouse Splashdance album. With The Jim Henson Company, they brought their talents to projects like Muppet Classic Theater, Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree, Animal Jam, Sid the Science Kid, Dinosaur Train, and Pajanimals, as well as the heartfelt ballad "Together Forever" from The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland. We dive into their creative process, the stories behind your favorite childhood songs, and what it's like to write music that spans generations.

Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!

In this episode, we had the great pleasure of speaking with someone who not only shaped our childhoods, but generations of childhoods! We're joined by none other than Greg Page — Australian singer, performer, and the original Yellow Wiggle of children's music group, The Wiggles! Greg takes us back to the early days before The Wiggles, sharing stories from his teenage years playing in bands like Dead Giveaway and his time as a roadie for pub rock band The Cockroaches — where he met future Wiggle bandmates Anthony Field and Jeff Fatt. We also dive into how studying early childhood education at Macquarie University led him to cross paths with Murray Cook and, ultimately, the formation of The Wiggles. Greg reflects on recording their debut album, some of his favorite songs he wrote, and the group's journey to international success — including their breakthrough in the U.S. We also touch on Greg's sudden cardiac arrest in 2020. He opens up about that life-changing moment and how it sparked a powerful mission to raise awareness about heart health. We also discuss Greg's recent venture into the world of musical theater, where he portrays the role of Franklin D. Roosevelt in the Australian production of Annie the Musical.

Special thanks to our guest co-host Tyler for joining us again!

Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive!

In this episode, we're joined by the talented Australian actress, director, and producer Joanne Samuel! Best known for her iconic role as Jessie Rockatansky in the original Mad Max, Joanne takes us on a journey through her remarkable career in film and television. We talk about her experience working alongside Mel Gibson, her starring role in the cult horror film Alison's Birthday, and her appearances in films such as Early Frost, Nightmaster, Christmas Down Under, and What About Sal. Joanne also reflects on her work in beloved television soap operas and shares stories from her role as Mrs. Rosemary Bingle in The Wiggles Movie, a favorite for children around the world. Plus, we dive into her appearance in the documentary Mad Max Fans: Beyond The Wasteland and discuss her behind-the-scenes work as a director and producer.