Episode 287 - Lift-Off (1992-1995)
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In 1988, educational programming aimed towards the preschool demographic on the ABC was handled by a mere two shows – Sesame Street, which was produced in America, and Play School, our homegrown production. These were staples on the Australian children’s entertainment landscape and had remained beloved by Australian children for more than twenty years. There were some who were not content with one single Australian offering for our youth and with the help of a little puppet (which some would later describe as nightmare fuel), they would present a new offering for Aussie kids. Join Holly and Matthew as they examine the world of EC and the memories his horrible, blank face stirs up.
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