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

https://advancedtvherstory.libsyn.com/kids-tv-pioneers-shari-lewis-and-lambchop-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

ATVH Newsletter – tvherstory.com

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/