Friday, May 29, 2026

Muppet Stuff Video: RetroCon 2025!

Join RetroRestStop and me as we scour RetroCon for all the Jim Henson-related items we can find!

This year there seemed to be more Muppet stuff then ever before!

We're joined along the way by  the Jersey Geek, our friends at the South Street Art Mart, A Four Foot Prune, and the Ronsters.

More info at these the links:

Retro Reststop‬, The Jersey GeekA Four Foot Prune, RonstersSouth Street Art MartNoshing Nostalgia.

Tickets and info for the next RetroCon: https://retrocons.com/

Be sure to check out even more videos on our Youtube channel.

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Muppet Stuff on "Brandon and Akiva Need a Podcast"!

I was recently a guest on the Brandon and Akiva Need a Podcast to talk about the Muppet Stuff Museum. 


The premise of the podcast is that hosts Brandon Donlon and Akiva Wienerkur need a podcast and every week, so they spin a wheel of listener-submitted ideas, and whatever the wheel lands on is what they podcast about next. 

In this episode, Brandon Donlon and Akiva talk about collections and I join the conversation around the 58 min mark. 

You can listen to Brandon and Akiva Need a Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and many more here

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Henson Company Hires Shirley Bowers To Lead Global Distribution!

Shirley Bowers has joined The Jim Henson Company as VP of Global Distribution.


Bowers will be in charge of content sales, distribution, and driving revenue as well as developing international co-production partnerships.

She'll report to Chris Lytton, President and COO of Jim Henson who released the following statement:

“Shirley’s experience within the dynamic landscape of content distribution makes her a nimble leader, able to develop innovative content distribution ideas, embrace unique opportunities presented by emerging technologies, and identify potential partnerships,” said Lytton. “She has a proven track record of working with respected properties that can respond to emerging trends while maintaining a deep connection to their brand value.”

Before joining Henson, Bowers worked in sales, co-productions, co-financing and acquisitions for more than 20 years and was Senior VP, U.S. Sales & Distribution at Fremantle and in 
distribution for Fox International Channels and Nat Geo.

Friday, May 22, 2026

Muppet Stuff Video: Muppets Noir #1 Bind Bags!

Join me as open some "Muppets Noir" #1 Blind Bags!

Dynamite released a bunch of variant covers for "The Muppets Noir" #1 and you never know what you'll get in each bag... until you open it!


Did you get any of these blind bag comics? What covers did you get? Let me know if you want to trade?!

Be sure to check out even more videos on our Youtube channel.

Thursday, May 21, 2026

"Muppets in Moscow" Becoming Feature Film!

Per Variety, Natasha Lance Rogoff’s memoir “Muppets in Moscow: The Unexpected Crazy True Story of Making Sesame Street in Russia,” is being turned into a feature film. 


Emotion Pictures will produce the film
 in partnership with Riley Keough and Gina Gammell’s Felix Culpa. 

Charles Randolph, who won an Oscar-winning for writing The Big Short will write the script.

"Muppets in Moscow: The Unexpected Crazy True Story of Making Sesame Street in Russia,” recounts Rogoff’s real-life journey bringing Ulitsa Sezam the Russian version of Sesame Street to the country. 


If you're not familiar with the book's official description is below:

After the collapse of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s, the timing appeared perfect to bring Sesame Street to millions of children living in the former Soviet Union. With the Muppets envisioned as ideal ambassadors of Western values, no one anticipated just how challenging and dangerous this would prove to be.

In "Muppets in Moscow: The Unexpected Crazy True Story of Making Sesame Street" in Russia, Natasha Lance Rogoff brings this gripping tale to life. Amidst bombings, assassinations, and a military takeover of the production office, Lance Rogoff and the talented Moscow team of artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, and puppeteers remained determined to bring laughter, learning, and a new way of seeing the world to children in Russia, Ukraine and across the former Soviet empire. With a sharp wit and compassion for her colleagues, Lance Rogoff observes how cultural clashes colored nearly every aspect of the production―from the show’s educational framework to writing comedy to the new Russian Muppets themselves―despite the team’s common goal.
Brimming with insight and nuance, Muppets in Moscow skillfully explores the post-Soviet societal tensions that continue to thwart the Russian people’s efforts to create a better future for their country. More than just a story of a children’s show, this book provides a valuable perspective of Russia’s people, their culture, and their complicated relationship with the West that remains relevant even today.

What should be noted as this is not a documentary nor is Sesame Workshop specifically  involved so this will be a fictionalized account of actual events that hopefully Sesame Workshop will allow the Sesame Muppet characters/ names to be used. 

We'll keep you posted as more info about this project is released. 

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Easter Eggs!

Today’s the first day people who have gotten special sneak peaks of the upcoming Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring The Muppets are allowed to share photos and videos of the attraction. 

Walt Disney Imagineering posted the following video of Muppets Studio producer Danny, Iglesias, and Walt Disney Imagineering producer Bette Lombardi exploring all kinds of hidden Easter eggs.

As you can seem there are tons of things for fans to find sprinkled throughout and they reused many props the late, beloved, Muppet Vision 3-D including Gonzo's stunt school supplies and  the penguin's canon. 

Fans expecting to see the Muppet Mobile lab in the parks any time soon might be disappointed as it’s now sitting in the attraction, as is a repainted version of Muppet’s Most Wanted's Interpol car.

There's also nods to now closed restaurants Mama Melrose and PizzeRizzo. 

There’s also a few actual Muppet props mixed in with replicas on display. 

Rizzo and the rats get a new hangout, "The Sqeakeasy", 

and they reused the tribute to Jim!

The que features all kinds of celebrity cameos and a ton of Muppets, which to be fair, was the one thing Muppet Vision was lacking. 



Are you exited for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring The Muppets? Strap in, as we're bound to see a lot more as the build up to the opening has just begun!



Here's a few more details from Disney Parks Blog. 

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring The Muppets opens May 26 at Disney Hollywood Studios

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Muppet Stuff Inducted to The Muppet fan Hall of Fame!

Over the weekend we were thrilled to be inducted to the Muppet Fan Hall of Fame. 


We were inducted along side many other Muppet 
community leaders and builders including Zach Kenny, Kermitment: A Muppets Podcast (Matthew Gaydos, Sam Shultz), Andrew Leal, Kristi O, The Singulary Named Mel, Matt Wilkie, John Denver, Whoopi Goldberg, Bill Baretta, Peter Linz, Walter, & The Center for Puppetry Arts.

The ceremony also f
eaturing appearances by Tori Schmidt, Lucas Ross, Jon Brangwyne, Will Carrol, Ms Leisure, Jake Evans, J.D. Hansel, Jarrod Fairclough, Craig Shemin, and Matthew Soberman. 

Chris Stulz
Class of 2026

A lot of fans collect Muppet merchandise, but how many can call their collections museums? Chris Stulz has been an active member of the Muppet fan-collecting scene for over thirty years, and in that time, he’s amassed one of the largest collections of Muppet merchandise there is. In 2012, Chris started Muppet Stuff, a blog dedicated to reporting on the latest Muppet merch. Whether it’s a water bottle with Big Bird plastered on it or an action figure of Earl Sinclair, Muppet Stuff will let you know when and where to get it! Muppet Stuff also has an active YouTube page with vlogs on all sorts of Muppet events, unboxings, and merch hunts. On top of all that, Chris is also a community event organizer, helping organize The Muppets Take Mahoning Drive-In events as well as The Swa(m)p Meet at the Jim Henson birthday events at the Museum of the Moving Image. Overall, Chris has just been extremely active in this community for decades, subscribing to Muppet Zine, interacting on the Muppet Central and Palisades forums, making the graphics for Muppet Mindsets’ weekly Muppet Wednesdays, and so much more!

You can see our induction at the 34 min mark, but you should watch the whole thing and support all these amazing inductees. 


More info at the Muppet Fan Hall of Fame Website.

Friday, May 15, 2026

Muppet Stuff Video: American Daydream & State Theater Vintage Emporium!

Join me as I explore American Daydream and State Theater Vintage Emporium.


Each has so many incredible Henson collectibles other cool finds for sale. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love awesome toys, there’s plenty to enjoy. 


You can find more information about American Daydream and State Theatre Vintage Emporium using these links. 

We also have have a booth at State Theatre Vintage Emporium so be sure to stop by our by our booth there as well. 

Be sure to check out even more videos on our Youtube channel.

Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Muppets, Sesame Street, and More Joining First-Ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show!

Not only is Sesame Street collaborating with Fox Sports on the FIFA World Cup coverage, but  they will join The Muppets, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS at the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show.


The halftime show is curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, who has a long history of working with The Jim Henson Company. The Henson Creature Shop created "The Weirdo's" band that  appeared on tour with Martin's band Coldplay for the last few years. 


In the announcement video, Martin is joined by Elmo, Cookie Monster, Kermit, Miss Piggy, Animal, and more to brainstorm acts for the show. 
Sesame Street Muppets will also help Fox Sports cover the World Cup. The Count will have a statistics segment and Oscar the Grouch will host “Trash Talk.” Grover will be featured in a segment about how a World Cup match is called on TV. Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Big Bird will also appear.

Here is the official video announcing The Muppets and the Sesame Street gang joining Chris Martin, BTS, Madonna, and Shakira for the first ever World Cup Half-Time Show to support Global Citizen children's education initiatives!


Martin said the show is “a chance to show how amazing all different kinds of humans are.”

More info on Global Citizen here

The World Cup kicks off on June 11 and the
 final / half time show will be held at the New York / New Jersey Stadium (AKA Giants Stadium) on July 19, 2026.

Sesame Street Teams With Fox Sports For FIFA Coverage!

Sesame Street announced their collaboration with Fox Sports this week to promote the FIFA World Cup.


The collaboration began Tuesday, marking 30 till the games begin, with social media clips and will eventually see the Sesame Street characters integrated into Fox Sports’ World Cup programming with special content segments throughout the summer leading up to and through the final game.

Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird are among the characters set to appear.


The segments will include “The Count Down” with Count von Count analyzing statistics from the tournament, “Trash Talk” with Oscar the Grouch offering a satirical highlight round-up, and “Broadcaster Bootcamp” that allows Grover to learn from Fox Sports personalities about the nuances of broadcasting a game.

The 2026 World Cup takes place in the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Spanning 140 tournament matches, runing June 11-July 19.
 

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

FØØD by Swedish Chef Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

Walt Disney World announced FØØD by Swedish Chef, a new Muppet eatery will open in the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets courtyard at Hollywood Studios!


FØØD will take over the former KRNR The Rock Station snack stand just outside the rides exit and joins other Muppet restaurant, Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue in EPCOT, and the now closed PizzeRizzo. 

The above photo teased above show's a red churro covered in orange and yellow sprinkles. 
No other menu options have been reveled yet.  

FØØD by Swedish Chef opens May 26, the same day Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets.

Monday, May 11, 2026

Disney Store Goes Patriotic with Sam Eagle Merch!

To help celebrate America's upcoming 250 birthday, Disney released a line of Sam Eagle merchandise as part of their Americana Collection. 




The line includes not only the previously announced Sam plush and keychain, but also a mug and shirt. 


Sam Eagle Plush Keychain Bag Charm

 

It's time to meet the Muppets as the curtain rises on our plush keychain series from Disney Store, each sold separately. With a soft, fluffy Sam Eagle mini plush attached to a split ring keychain and clasp, you can use him to hold your keys or as a bag charm. Please stand and salute!
Sam Eagle is feeling ''Distinctly Patriotic'' as he celebrates the United States of America's ''Semiquincentennial'' with this travel mug. The proud preening Muppet is pictured on this stainless steel cup with handle and lid. Please stand and raise your cup as you join Sam in saluting this landmark anniversary!

Sam Eagle Plush

Stand and salute for our 16" plush Sam Eagle. This ever-serious symbol of freedom may seem to have a stern expression but he's really a softy underneath. Just ask any of The Muppets. Sam's simulated feathers, tail, claws and trademark unibrow are sure to get him voted as most likely to be selected by you! After all, ''It's the American Way!''
Sam Eagle America Since 1776 Independence Day T-Shirt

On the Fourth of July or any patriotic occasion, celebrate the USA with this official The Muppets t-shirt, featuring a star-spangled red, white and blue image of Sam the American Eagle with his name and the message "Since 1776 -- America". A great Independence Day gift for a Disney, The Muppets or Sam Eagle fan, and perfect for wearing matching The Muppets USA t-shirts with friends or family groups at your 4th of July parade, cookout, or summer vacation trip to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, or another fun travel destination.

You can order these and more from Disney's Americana Collection at the links above from The Disney Store. 

Friday, May 8, 2026

Muppet Stuff Video: "Muppets Mayhem" Exclusives (Remix)!

Join me as I unbox D23's Muppets Mayhem exclusives as well as other items released for the show.


With the Electric Mayhem taking over Rock 'n' Rollercoaster this month, it seemed like a good time to redo our 2023 video showcasing The Muppets Mayhem exclusives that included some unforeseen technical issues. So we not only remixed it, but added a few new items released after the initial video was made as well. Enjoy and ROCK On!


Watch The Muppets Mayhem on DisneyPlus:
Be sure to check out even more videos on our Youtube channel.

Monday, May 4, 2026

The Muppets Take Mahoning 4: Christmas In July-ish!

Oh come all ye Muppet faithful, to the little town of Lehighton, Pa as once again The Muppets Take Mahoning!



On Saturday, August 1st, let your bells jingle at The Mahoning Drive-In Theater. In association with THE BARRETTA BROTHERS VODCAST PODCAST, we proudly present MUPPETS TAKE MAHONING 4! It’s a special “Christmas In July-ish” celebration of fleece, foam and fandom with Jim Henson and The Muppets on 35mm!
Join us for themed Muppet vendors (including us), costume contests, a Muppet sing-along at intermission, and a variety show that puts YOU in the spotlight before sundown (sign-ups coming soon)!
The sun may set on the lot, but it never sets on the fun, as our projectors fire up to present the marvelously merry, the magnificently memorable, THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL (1992), our fine felty friends’ take on the Dickens holiday classic, with Michael Caine as Scrooge, directed by Brian Henson, and featuring songs written by Paul Williams!
We follow that up with a super-secret second feature, holiday-themed and filled with fuzzy friends, presented digitally.
So break out your puppet pals, practice your public performance pieces, and get ready to get warm and fuzzy with Kermit, Piggy, Fozzie, Gonzo and the gang, when we celebrate Christmas in July…ish with the Muppets and the Barretta Brothers Vodcast Podcast!
Gates open at 6pm, showtime at sundown.
Tickets and info at The Mahoning Drive In!

May the 4th Be With You!

  Happy Star Wars Day!


In 1977, Star Wars blasted on the big screen forever changing cinema (and merchandising) as we know it. A few years later "the stars of Star Wars" blasted into the Muppet Theater changing the crew of the Swine Trek for 3 minutes. 

Enjoy these clips from The Muppet Show!



May the 4th be with you!

Friday, April 24, 2026

Muppet Stuff's 14th Anniversary!

The Muppet Stuff Blog turns 14 today!

To say it's been a wild ride is an understatement. What started as a just a Facebook page in 2012 has grown into a blog, InstagramYouTube channel, and more.

We've been fortunate to meet so many friends, fellow fans, and other collectors over the years and if you're interested in showing off "Your Stuff" reach out to us and help us share your collection with our fellow fans. 


Not only do we want you to share you collection, we want to help you build your collection and it's been a great joy to see the delight as fellow fans find pieces they've been looking for.

This past year has been pretty busy and by far one of the highlights was our fan centric gatherings for The Museum of the Moving Image's Jim Henson Birthday Celebration and our Muppets Take Mahoning series at the Mahoning Drive-In. (If you haven't joined us yet, here's a peak at what your missing)



2026 has been even busier and we've expanded our vending schedule.
Below is our schedule from May - September and we're looking at adding even more events!


We'd like to thank the venues that we work with including Farpoint Toys, Museum of the Moving ImageShoreline VintageRetroConRenew Theaters, The Mahoning Drive-In, Toys for the Ages Expo, Zolocon, State Theater Vintage, and Attic Mice 2. Be sure to support them. 


We also would like to thank the brands we've collaborated with including Bull Airs, and Blowze (BTW USE CODE: "MuppetStuff" for 10% off their Sesame Street tissues).


May is just around the corner and not only our we getting a new Muppet attraction at Disney World, I'm being inducted in the MUPPET FAN HALL OF FAME!


More info on that soon, but we're thrilled to be included with such a great group of fans!

Thanks to everyone who's read, followed, watched, and shared our content over the years. 

Here's to 14 Years of Muppet Stuff!



Muppet Stuff Video: "EggCellent" Sesame Place Classic Character Adventure with Krazy Joe!

Join Krazy Joe and I as we head to Sesame Place for an "EggCellent" day at everyone's favorite Sesame Street-themed park — and we've got a very special mission: tracking down this year's limited-edition Classic Character Plush!


Watch as Krazy Joe and I explore the park, hunt down Gladys, and react to this year's utterly fantastic addition to the collection. Whether you're a lifelong Sesame Street fan or a plush collector, this one's worth mooing about!


You can pick up the latest Classic Character plush at Sesame Place parks and at Sesame Street Lands at SeaWorld parks.

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Sesame Place: https://sesameplace.com/philadelphia

Be sure to check out even more videos on our Youtube channel.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Disney Teases Rock ‘n’ roll Rollercoaster Muppet Props!

Walt Disney Imagineering launched "Pardon Our Pixie Dust," a brand new YouTube series that goes behind the scenes of the latest Disney attractions and experiences.  In the very first episode they show us the some of the props being used for The Muppets upcoming Rock 'n' Rollercoaster takeover. 


Ben Cooper, Associate Prop Decorator, take us through The Muppet segment at the 1:27 mark which we've linked to below:



As you can see there are many props that give nods to props from previous Muppet productions including the POP OFF billboard,





and the metal plumber Gonzo from The Muppet Movie, 


and Gonzo's hat from The Muppet Christmas Carol.


There's also this pair of pajamas,



A Great Gonzo banner and cape,


and a crate full of Gonzo's weird stuff which used to be in Muppet Vision pre-show area. 


While it's great to see these details and easter eggs, please note that these are recreations and not the actual props used in the films.

Hopefully, we'll see even more sneak peeks leading up to the opening of Rock ‘n’ roll Rollercoaster Starring The Muppets soon!

Friday, April 17, 2026

Muppet Stuff Video: Toys For The Ages Expo!

Join me as I explore the Toys For The Ages Expo and highlight the many Henson collectibles for sale. 


From vintage favorites to modern releases, this video captures the excitement that makes Toys For The Ages Expo a must-attend event. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love awesome toys, there’s plenty here to enjoy. 


Tickets and info for this year's show: https://www.toysfortheagesexpo.com/

Be sure to check out more videos on our Youtube channel.

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Crank the Volume! Muppet Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Set list and Opening Date Announced!

The Muppets are almost ready to move into Rock 'n' Roller Coaster as the set list and opening date have been announced!


Disney Parks Blog announced this morning that The Muppets will officially take over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster May 26th! 

In a little over a month, guests at Hollywood Studios will be whisked through Hollywood helping the Electric Mayhem get to their "one night only gig"

Earlier this week Disney had social media previews of the first two songs and revealed some of of the posters that will be seen in the que and now they've officially released even more!







As you can see below Animal is especially excited about the upcoming opening




But that's not all, guests will spot celebrity cameos woven throughout the experience, starting in the queue and continuing through the merch shop.

The cameos revealed so fare are:

Awkwafina 
Danny Trejo
Darren Criss 
John Stamos
Neil Patrick Harris
Travis Barker
Yvette Nicole Brown
Wayne Brady
“Weird Al” Yankovic 





Inside the ride you'll hear the "Thunderously Loud" tunes from The Electric Mayhem teamed up with some of rock’s biggest names "designed to crank the adrenaline from the loading zone to the final brake run."


The set list:
Song 2 – The Electric Mayhem
Born To Be Wild – The Electric Mayhem ft. Camilla the Chicken
Love Rollercoaster – The Electric Mayhem ft. Jennifer Hudson & Questlove 
Rock! Rock! (Till You Drop) – The Electric Mayhem ft. Def Leppard 
Walking on Sunshine – The Electric Mayhem ft. Kelly Clarkson

Yes. Camilla, Jennifer Hudson, Questlove, Kelly Clarkson, and Def Leppard all get equal billing and are ready to rock out. 

Our sources tell us that the ride music used will be similar to EPCOT's Guardians of the Galaxy ride, and will be vary on each ride. 



Here's a few more images of the guest stars you'll spot at the attraction. 





Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets officially opens May 26 and Disney has teased  even more surprises are still to come!