Shari Lewis’ Reinventions: A Documentary on Legacy and Talent

Advanced TV Herstory

This episode delves into the 2024 documentary Shari and Lamb Chop, which explores the legacy of Shari Lewis through interviews with family, colleagues, and fans. Cynthia Bemis Abrams, along with guests Mallory Lewis and Lisa D’Apolito, examine Shari's ability to adapt and succeed in different roles throughout her career. From her work in children’s television with iconic characters like Lamb Chop, to her contributions to the broader entertainment industry, Shari’s talent for reinvention made her a trailblazer. This episode also touches on Shari’s philosophical and feminist views, offering listeners insight into the woman behind the puppet. Mallory Lewis continues Shari's work, taking Lamb Chop on the road to entertain audiences across the country. Lisa D'Apolito, the documentary's director was also a force behind the acclaimed Love, Gilda, about the life of comedian Gilda Radner.

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 - [e-mail]

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/