Published on Aug 22, 2025, 7:25:56 AM
Total time: 00:13:47
For the first time, two hit spin-offs of the timeless "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" series are coming together on PBS Kids! Emmy-winning puppet series, "Donkey Hodie" is welcoming friends from "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood". Nicole had the chance to chat with the Co-Executive Producer of "Donkey Hodie", Kristin DiQuollo and Supervising Producer of "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood", Chris Loggins about what we can expect, and how the timing of this new half-hour crossover special couldn't be better! You'll also hear what goes into making children's programming, the resources they utilize, and what it's like to be carrying on the legacy of Fred Rogers.
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Host: Nicole Nalepa | @NicoleNalepaTV
Guests: Kristin DiQuollo and Chirs Loggins
Instagram: @pbskids, @danieltigertv, @donkeyhodieofficial, @fredrogersproductions
Website: https://www.shoppearlsandplaid.com/
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