This was the BEST time to be a kid, as a 10 year old, Space Ghost was my hero. No more Cowboys or Army, I made a set of Space Ghost Energy Bands. The shows on Saturday morning were the coolest, especially Hanna Barbera, and I remember we would all watch until lunch and then go out and BE our favorites. Sometimes we would even get together to watch at someone's house that had a COLOR TV, since (a lot of people forget that) not everyone had one yet. Gary Owens' voice was perfect for this larger than life character, who had his own spaceship, the Phantom Cruiser. I recently purchased the complete series of 20 episodes and cannot wait to watch them all. I think the reason this show was/is so popular is because it has the Jonny Quest factor...Action, Adventure, and Fantastic music. I remember being on the edge of my seat back then, and I noticed now that the action is still just as good and probably even better than today's shows. Great in 1966, still phenomenal 40+ years later.
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Let's go on a SECRET MISSION
25 March 2007
As a grandfather of 3 I found the Backyardigans delightful. My 4 yo Grandson LOVES this episode, as do I. The main song is excellent and I find myself humming/singing it frequently. My grandson really surprised me on morning when "Secret Mission" came on. At the ripe old age of 3, he acted out almost all his favourite scenes, as well as singing the song. He spent weeks playing "Secret Mission" just like I remember playing Superman or Batman. My granddaughter likes the show, but doesn't seem to get as involves, probably since she is somewhat younger than him. This show in general is much more appealing to adults than some of the others on during the day, so Grandma and I don't mind when the kids want to watch it. I think the Major Networks should take a look at this show to see what good entertainment is. Pablo ROCKS
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