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S02E08 Little Clowns of Happytown

April 10, 2021 • Christopher Jay • Season 2 • Episode 8

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In this premiere of THE LITTLE CLOWNS OF HAPPYTOWN, your Saturday Morning preservationist, Christopher Jay, takes a look at the origin of the show. Included, is a look at the talent behind the scenes, a rundown of the pilot segments, “Baby Blues” and "Too Scared to Laugh", and a look at the legacy of THE LITTLE CLOWNS OF HAPPYTOWN, after all these years.

It’s not just a look at THE LITTLE CLOWNS OF HAPPYTOWN, but also a look at the life of Chuck Lorre, the developer of the show. Explore the life and times of Danny Cooksey, Susan Blu and the rest of the cast.

Come along with Big Top, Pranky, and Hiccup all the way back to September 12, 1987. Hop on board as we spread happiness around town and thwart Awful BeBad!

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Featured Music:

“Nostalgic Happy Music” by AudioJungle - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtxSUR6MQhw&t=2s

“Happy Life” by Fredji - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzQiRABVARk

“I Feel You” by Kevin MacLeod” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw8E3jjbUCE

“Nostalgic” by OrangeHead - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wExcRoNNzAc

“Breakfast Club” by Vodovoz - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Spi22l3m5I

“Horizons” by Atch - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-u53MADIag