The CuteMonster Show Archives

S1E8 – The CuteMonster Show – Angela Santomero talks about Children’s Media

August 21, 2017August 21, 2017 by Vincent Daly

In this episode of the CuteMonster Show I spoke to Angela Santomero, the creative mind behind some of the best children’s media in the world. With critically acclaimed hits spanning two decades such as Blues Clues, Super Why!, and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, literally millions of kids have grown up inspired by her work. We spoke about her childhood influences, her creative process developing a show, and her thoughts about the future in children’s media. I enjoyed listening to Angela’s perspective. I think you will too.

S1E4 – The CuteMonster Show – Jim, Vera, and Beau Talk Toys

March 26, 2017February 17, 2017 by Vincent Daly

In this episode of The CuteMonster Show podcast I spoke with Jim Lin from The Busy Dad Blog, Vera Sweeney from Lady and the Blog, and Beau Coffron from Lunchbox Dad about the state of Toys. Considering the 2017 New York Toy Fair takes place this weekend, having unique and invaluable insights from parents should spark the interest of toy manufacturers.

Toys and Gadgets: Turtle Beach Stream Mic Review

September 19, 2018January 27, 2017 by Vincent Daly

Video game audio matters just as much as the visual which is why the Turtle Beach Stream Mic was created. Most Game Headsets have attached microphones. Yet the voice sound quality is mediocre. This can be problematic when playing online. The Turtle Beach Stream Mic claims to be the voice audio solution gamers need.

S1E3 The CuteMonster Show – Interview with Monster Factory’s Rhya Tamasauskas

March 26, 2017June 20, 2016 by Vincent Daly

In this episode of The CuteMonster Show podcast, I interviewed Rhya Tamasauskas—entrepreneur, multi-disciplinary designer,and co-founder of Canadian based toy brand The Monster Factory. I first stumbled upon the brand at the New York Toy Fair. I checked out their website, had the opportunity to review a couple of their plush toys and have been recommending the brand for years. What’s always fascinated me has been the creative process behind a toy brand’s success. Rhya gives the inside scoop from her own personal experience on what it takes to make it in the toy industry.

S1E2 The CuteMonster Show – Interview with Marvel’s Ryan Penagos

March 26, 2017June 10, 2016 by Vincent Daly

In this episode of The CuteMonster Show podcast, I interviewed Ryan Penagos, VP and Executive Director of Marvel’s Digital Media Group. As a comic book fan it’s comforting to know there are like-minded individuals overseeing Marvel’s massive superhero empire. Ryan discussed his own personal journey to join one of the most popular and influential entertainment franchises in the world. He also gave a glimpse of the inner sanctum of Marvel as well as provided insight about two of Marvel’s hottest comic book releases to date and more.

S1E1 The CuteMonster Show – Podcast Begins

August 31, 2016July 10, 2015 by Vincent Daly

It’s been a back and forth struggle to get The CuteMonster Show podcast underway in earnest. There was the inevitable prolonged search for the perfect microphone. Also,the incredibly meticulous and time-consuming research about podcasting which in retrospect probably heightened the anxiety and procrastination of starting a show. “It’s got to be perfect!” Then eventually coming full circle to the epiphany that any endeavor worth doing should be fun. And so we begin.