Follow Me: Jerry’s Time with the Fraggles
Taking a closer look at Jerry Nelson’s time on Fraggle Rock, and ability to play Fraggles, Gorgs, Doozers, and piles of garbage.
Hipsters and Fraggles, Otters and Vampires
Jerry Nelson didn’t always get the most central characters to perform, but when he did, he was a force of nature.
Jerry Nelson: Master of Minor Muppets
A rundown of memorable supporting and one-shot roles played by one of the great character actors of our time: Jerry Nelson.
Truro Daydreams: Jerry Nelson’s Best
Ryan Dosier – Jerry Nelson released his solo album, Truro Daydreams, back in 2009. One of the biggest regrets I have when it comes to The Muppet Mindset is that I never took the time to post a review of the album for Jerry Nelson to read. So here I am today to...
The Musical World of Jerry Nelson
We’re spotlighting the many musical styles of Jerry Nelson, Floyd, Robin, Gobo, Emmet Otter, and more!
Passion and Purpose: The Characters of Jerry Nelson
Ryan Dosier – We’ve all be thinking so much about Jerry Nelson over the past few days. Personally, I’ve been listening to his music almost nonstop and reading testimonies and seeing pictures of my hero Jerry Nelson all over the place. But one thing...
More Muppet/Star Wars Toys Use the Force
Uncle Deadly as the Emperor, Bean as an Ewok, and more Chicken Stormtroopers!
Remembering Jerry Nelson, Part 2
Sailin’ through the eye of that storm by Ryan DosierDavid Hosay – I have no memory without having Jerry in my life. His characters from Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and Fraggle Rock entertained, educated, and inspired me. I listen to his voice almost...
Jerry and Floyd
ToughPigs founder Danny Horn expounds on the coolness of Jerry Nelson and his relationship with Floyd.
Remembering Jerry Nelson, Part 1
Goodbye Jerry by Neil WhitmanJarrod Fairclough – I was lying on the couch when I thought I would quickly check Facebook. The first image that greeted me was that of Jerry Nelson. I thought “What a nice picture to see.” Then I saw above it the letters...
(Some of) Our Favorite Jerry Nelson Moments
Some of the funniest, loveliest and most memorable moments from Jerry Nelson’s Muppet career.
Jerry Nelson Week
We remember Jerry Nelson (1934-2012), one of the original Muppet performers.
I Love You, Jerry Nelson
JERRY NELSON1934-2012Ryan Dosier – It’s hard to put in to words just what the man, the Muppeteer, the legendary Jerry Nelson has meant to me. Though I only “met” Jerry via email just over a year ago, I’ve known him my entire...
Jerry Nelson 1934-2012
Remembering Jerry Nelson.
How To… Be a Good Roommate
Maxwell Jessop – Welcome back, readers. Or should I say, students? I hope you’re studying up for the Muppetology school season coming real soon. I know Ryan won’t give tests, but… I hope you’re studying anyway. But that’s not why...
Grover Brushing His Teeth = Good Television
Grover and his dentist made an appearance on Good Afternoon America.
11 Great Kermit Freakouts (REVISED AND UPDATED!)
A frazzled frog is a funny frog! Here’s an updated list of our favorite examples of Kermit losing his cool.
Muppet Fan Art Showcase: Danny Beckwith
Today we are spotlighting the artwork of a friend of the blog, Danny Beckwith! Danny has the honor of being one of the few Muppet fans that I’ve met in person (the first Muppet fan, actually) thanks to The Muppet Mindset. He’s a great guy and a good...
RIP Phyllis Diller
Muppet Show guest star and all-around funny lady Phyllis Diller has passed away.
