<p>In this episode, we explore the 50-year legacy of Toronto’s kids’ programming — from <em>Uncle Chichimus</em> and Canadian<em> Howdy Doody</em> to <em>Razzle Dazzle</em>, <em>Today’s Special</em>, <em>The Kids of Degrassi Street</em>, and the birth of YTV. Ed and Ryan discuss the early days of CBC children’s programming, the influence of <em>Sesame Street</em>, Francophone broadcasting in Ontario, and even the role of Christian programming in shaping the media landscape.</p><br><p>If you love production history, nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes stories of classic CanCon, this episode is for you.</p><br><p><strong>Consider supporting us by becoming a Patron: </strong><a href="www.patreon.com/knockaboutmedia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>www.patreon.com/knockaboutmedia</strong></a></p><br><p>Order Ed’s book, <a href="https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/imagination-the-golden-age-of-toronto-kids-tv/9781459755918.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Imagination: The Golden Age of Toronto Kids’ TV</em></a>, from Dundurn Press or your favourite bookseller.</p><br><p>Written & Hosted by Ryan Barnett</p><p>Produced by Ryan Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti</p><br><p>A Knockabout Media Production</p><br><p>Archival audio courtesy of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Retrontario" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Retrontario</a>.</p><p>*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use*</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
