In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, host Cynthia Bemis Abrams discusses the compelling documentary Shari and Lambchop with Mallory Lewis and director Lisa D’Apolito (Love, Gilda). The film chronicles Shari Lewis' life and her constant reinvention across a variety of roles—TV show host, magician, dancer, singer, actress, author, and even symphony conductor. Featuring archival footage and interviews, this documentary uncovers the multifaceted talent of Shari Lewis, including her work as a feminist, philosopher, and visionary in children’s television. Sesame Street’s Megan Piphus Peace provides a generational perspective on Shari Lewis’ enduring influence and creative genius.
RELEVANT EPISODES
Kids' TV Pioneers Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop featuring Mallory Lewis
Shari Lewis & Lamb Chop's Impact on Kids TV
https://advancedtvherstory.libsyn.com/shari-lewis-lamb-chops-impact-on-kids-tv
THE DOCUMENTARY
Website - https://www.shariandlambchopdoc.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shariandlambchopfilm/
MALLORY, LAMB CHOP & LISA
Mallory Lewis and Lamb Chop - https://mallorylewisandlambchop.com/
Lamb Chop on TikTok - @yourfavlambchop
Lisa D’Apolito IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0200854/
Lisa’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-d-apolito-2a161920/
MENTIONS
David Copperfield - https://www.davidcopperfield.com/html/
Megan Piphus Peace - https://www.meganpiphus.com/
Darci Lynne Farmer - https://www.darcilynne.com/
Center for Puppetry Arts - https://puppet.org/
CYNTHIA BEMIS ABRAMS AND ATVH
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Website - https://cynthiabemisabrams.com/
Podcast Archive - tvherstory.com
Email - advancedtvherstory@gmail.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/advancedtvherstory/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@advancedtvherstory
X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/tvherstory
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Media.Cynthia
Bluesky Social - https://bsky.app/profile/cynthiabemisabrams.bsky.social
PRODUCTION
Video - Nivia Lopez - https://nivialopez.com/
Audio - Marilou Marosz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariloumarosz/
Music - https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/