The DJ Bob Show

DJ Bob Runkel
  • 5.0 (11)
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The DJ Bob Show is a look inside pop culture, past and present. With interviews from the best in music, television and film, as well as interviews that speak to us on a personal level. This show is a look into our lives, thoughts and interests. It's by us, for you. We'd love if you could join us

  1. Mr. Crocodile (with Aton Soumache)

    5D AGO

    Mr. Crocodile (with Aton Soumache)

    Today, DJ Bob talks to Aton Soumache. Mr. Soumache is the executive producer of the new children's show Mr. Crocodile, based on the book of the same name and premiering on Nickelodeon Monday, February 23rd, 2026. Tune in for this conversation about adapting the book to television, inclusivity, and more.

    14 min
  2. Phoebe and Jay (with Genie Deez and Thy Than)

    FEB 4

    Phoebe and Jay (with Genie Deez and Thy Than)

    In this episode of The DJ Bob Show, Bob is joined by Genie Deez and Thy Than, the creators and executive producers of the PBS Kids series Phoebe & Jay. They share what viewers can expect from the show, including how it helps kids navigate the world through functional literacy by using everyday items like signs, labels, and menus. They also discuss the importance of representation and community within the setting of Tobsy Towers. Plus, keep an eye out for hidden easter eggs throughout the series, including the creators themselves making a special appearance in the animation and the statue of Tobsy the architect. Be sure to check out Phoebe & Jay on PBS Kids to join in on the fun! So grab your elevator pass and get ready to explore, because at Tobsy Towers, the next big adventure is just a floor away and you've got the best seat in the building right here on The DJ Bob Show!

    30 min
  3. Yo Gabba Gabbaland! Season 2 (with Scott Schultz & Christian Jacobs, Co-Creators and Kamryn Smith (Kammy Kam)

    FEB 2

    Yo Gabba Gabbaland! Season 2 (with Scott Schultz & Christian Jacobs, Co-Creators and Kamryn Smith (Kammy Kam)

    DJ Bob sits down with the creative team behind Yo Gabba GabbaLand! Season 2, including co-creators Scott Schultz and Christian Jacobs, and Kamryn Smith (Kammy Kam). They dive into coming back for Season 2, how the show continues to celebrate inclusivity and positivity, and what makes the world of Gabba so welcoming. Plus, they answer the all-important question: which Gabba friend would they want as a roommate? After you're done listening, stream Season 2 now on Apple TV.

    18 min
  4. Max Plays At The Library (with Chris Loggins, Supervising Producer: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood and Ava X. Rigelhaupt, Writer: "Max Plays at the Library."

    JAN 30

    Max Plays At The Library (with Chris Loggins, Supervising Producer: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood and Ava X. Rigelhaupt, Writer: "Max Plays at the Library."

    In this episode, DJ Bob talks about Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood's autistic character, Max. In a conversation with supervising producer Chris Loggins and writer Ava Rigelhaupt, Bob covers the importance of autistic representation, watching the story come to life, and more. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood streams on PBS Kids and your local PBS station

    19 min
  5. 1574: High School Musical at 20 (with Robin Jones, Kimberly Luce & Michael Healy)

    JAN 23

    1574: High School Musical at 20 (with Robin Jones, Kimberly Luce & Michael Healy)

    Join DJ Bob as he celebrates the 20th anniversary of Disney Channel's most well-known original movie, High School Musical! Join Bob as he talks with some unsung heroes behind the scenes. First, he talks to Robin Jones, the VP of Programming at Radio Disney from 1996 to 2007. They discuss the success of the album before the movie even aired (and it being the best-selling album of 2006). Then Bob talks to Kimberly Luce, the Director of Program Scheduling on Disney Channel at the time, and Michael Healy, the Senior VP of Disney Channel Original Movies for more than a decade and a half. They discuss what was going on behind the scenes to bring this film to audiences, their first encounters with this film, whether or not a musical would even work on Disney Channel, the moment that they knew it was something special and lots of other fun tidbits!

    1h 12m
  6. 1573: A World in Children's Television (with Carin Greenberg)

    JAN 16

    1573: A World in Children's Television (with Carin Greenberg)

    Join DJ Bob as he's joined by veteran children's television luminary, Carin Greenberg. They talk about the interesting aspects of her career in children's television, including standards and practices, meaningful writing credits in her career and some inside stories about the people she's worked with along the way!

    49 min
  7. 1572: Weather Hunters (with Al Roker)

    JAN 12

    1572: Weather Hunters (with Al Roker)

    Today's episode is a special one. DJ Bob talks to Al Roker (yes, that Al Roker) about the new show, Weather Hunters (which you can watch on PBS Kids and the PBS Kids App). As a lifelong fan of animation, Roker talks about the process of fulfilling his dream, inclusion in television, and more.

    18 min
  8. 1571: Hey, AJ! (with Martellus Bennett & Michael Hodges)

    JAN 9

    1571: Hey, AJ! (with Martellus Bennett & Michael Hodges)

    In this episode, DJ Bob talks about Hey AJ, a new show premiering January 13th on Disney Junior and joining the Disney+ lineup the following day.  Interviewing executive producer Michael Hodges and writer/producer Martellus Bennett, Bob gains insights into what it was like to see children's book characters brought to life, the music of the show, and more!

    15 min
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The DJ Bob Show is a look inside pop culture, past and present. With interviews from the best in music, television and film, as well as interviews that speak to us on a personal level. This show is a look into our lives, thoughts and interests. It's by us, for you. We'd love if you could join us

Information

  • Creator
    DJ Bob Runkel
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    315
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © DJ Bob Runkel
  • Show Website
    The DJ Bob Show