Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977) Jim Henson, Paul Williams, Frank Oz, & Russell Hoban

Book Vs. Movie:
Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas 
1971 Children’s Book Vs. the 1977 TV Special

Last year, the Margos adapted O. Henry's "Gift of the Magi," so it felt appropriate to revisit the themes of selflessness and family during the holidays by exploring Russell Hoban's "Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas." This 1971 book inspired the beloved Jim Henson-directed TV special from 1977, which has become a classic for generations. So, between the book and the film, which did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!

 In this ep, the Margos discuss:

• Biography of the author Russell Hoban
• The world of Jim Henson
• The Movie Cast: Jerry Nelson (Emmet Otter,) Frank Oz & Marilyn Sokol (Alice Otter,) Jim Henson (Kermit the Frog,) Richard Hunt (Charlie Muskrat,) Eren Ozker as Gretchen Fox. 

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Clips used:

• “Kermit the Frog Opener”
• Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas trailer
• “Ain’t No Hole in the Wash Tub”
• “Bar-B-Que”
• “Emmet meets Chuck.”
• “Brothers song”
• “Riverbottom Nightmare”
• “Brothers in Our World”
• Music composed by Paul Williams

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