Harnessing the Magic of Plpnm: How the Twanger Froggy Transforms Lives

"Plunk your magic twanger, Froggy!" is a phrase that gained popularity during the 1950s through a children's radio and television show called The Buster Brown Show. The show featured a character named Froggy the Gremlin who would make mischief and use his "magic twanger" to make things happen. The character of Froggy the Gremlin was a mischievous frog-like creature who would often appear unexpectedly and play pranks on the other characters of the show. His famous catchphrase, "Plunk your magic twanger, Froggy!", was a signal for him to use his magic and create chaos or surprising events. The term "twanger" refers to a stringed musical instrument, like a guitar or banjo, which Froggy would use to unleash his magic powers. When Froggy would plunk his twanger, unpredictable and often humorous situations would occur.

First of all, this is one "Spinoff" that seems to get more write ups and remembrance than the original. ANDY's GANG was the filmed continuance of the old Radio-TV Series hosted by Smilin' Ed McConnell. It had been known as The Buster Brown Show for some time dating to its earliest days on Radio.

In retrospect, the replacement of Ed McConnell with Andy Devine, and the celluloid surgery performed has to go down as one of the slickest maneuvers in Broadcast History. Park - WITB 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Pernilla Lindberg - WITB 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Azahara Munoz - WITB 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Amy Kang - WITB 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Lucy Li - WITB 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Alexa Pano - WITB 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Su Oh - WITB - 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA Marina Alex - WITB - 2023 Walmart NW Arkansas Championship LPGA.

When Froggy would plunk his twanger, unpredictable and often humorous situations would occur. The phrase became so popular that it became synonymous with the character and the show itself. The Buster Brown Show, where Froggy the Gremlin originated, was a popular children's show that aired on NBC radio from 1944 to 1954, and later on television from 1955 to 1960.

Andy's Gang

A TV Show where Andy, with a studio audience full of loud screaming kids, would show movies. At the opening of the show he had a puppet friend called "Froggy". To get the frog to appear Andy. Read all A TV Show where Andy, with a studio audience full of loud screaming kids, would show movies. At the opening of the show he had a puppet friend called "Froggy". To get the frog to appear Andy and the audience would have to scream "Plunk your Magic Twanger, Froggy". There would the. Read all A TV Show where Andy, with a studio audience full of loud screaming kids, would show movies. At the opening of the show he had a puppet friend called "Froggy". To get the frog to appear Andy and the audience would have to scream "Plunk your Magic Twanger, Froggy". There would then be a big puff of smoke and the frog would appear.

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Before Andy Devine took over this show in 1955 it was known as "Smilin' Ed McConnell and his Buster Brown Gang". It started as a radio show and moved to television in 1951 and ran until 1954 when McConnell died. Devine then took over the show in 1955 with essentially the same format.

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First of all, this is one "Spinoff" that seems to get more write ups and remembrance than the original. ANDY's GANG was the filmed continuance of the old Radio-TV Series hosted by Smilin' Ed McConnell. It had been known as The Buster Brown Show for some time dating to its earliest days on Radio.

The name was not because it featured old Comic Strip Character, BUSTER BROWN by cartoonist Richard Fenton Outcault, for it did not. But rather, the name came from the Sponsor, The Brown Shoe Company of St. Louis, Missouri. They were manufacturers of The Buster Brown Shoes, the company using the Buster Brown name under license from the copyright owner of the Comic Strip Characters, Buster Brown and his Dog, Tige.

The term "spinoff" is really not appropriate for describing ANDY's GANG as it was essentially the very same series.Let's elaborate on that premise.

Smilin' Ed McConnell had proved himself to be a giant in, not only the Radio Broadcast Business, but also as a Force on Madison Avenue. It has been written elsewhere that from 1942 on, after sponsoring McConnell created and hosted kiddie show, Brown Shoe Company grew at a phenomenal rate. At one point they even designated all of their advertising budget to Smilin' Ed's Show and related items, like comic book give aways of Buster Brown Comic Books, featuring Ed, Midnight, Squeaky and of course, Froggy the Gremlin.

When Smilin' Ed passed away in 1955, what was Brown Shoe to do? Well, for a few seasons anyway, they kept the show going. The answer was simple. They simply cast Andy Devine as new M.C., and inter-cut footage of Andy doing the same old business that Smilin' Ed had done before. The updating was very successful, mainly because so much of the 'Old Show' footage was done in the same way, editing the human M.C.'s on stage action with the audience, or the 'animal' characters (you know Midnight, Squeaky, Froggy).

They even changed the name on the big thick story book from "Smilin' Ed's Stories" to "Andy's Stories". Hence, Andy Devine was shown as leading into the On Going Stories, like Gunga the Elephant Boy*, by 'reading' the intro.

The series continued in reruns on local stations for some time after the deal with Brown Shoe Co., Buster Brown and company had expired.

In retrospect, the replacement of Ed McConnell with Andy Devine, and the celluloid surgery performed has to go down as one of the slickest maneuvers in Broadcast History. And to think that it was an adjunct to one of the greatest advertising/selling giants in History, in our own, nearly forgotten, Smilin' Ed McConnell.

* BUSTER BROWN by R.F. Outcault was a popular comic strip, beginning in 1902 and lasting to 1921. By the time of the show's hey day, Buster Brown was known as a Shoe Brand, the Comic Strip having passed into obscurity.

** The on going story of Gunga Ram (Nino Marcel) and his friend Rama(Vito Scotti) has been called a "Serial", which it wasn't in the usual sense, in that it had chapters with cliff hanging endings. The same Characters were featured in the Movie SABAKA (1954) along with Boris Karloff, Victor Jory and Reginald Denney. It also had the same Writer, Producer and Director in Frank Ferrin.

The show featured a mix of live action and animated segments, with Froggy the Gremlin being one of the most beloved characters. Froggy the Gremlin and his "magic twanger" caught the imagination of children and became an indelible part of popular culture during the 1950s. The phrase "Plunk your magic twanger, Froggy!" represented a playful and mischievous spirit that resonated with young audiences. Even today, the phrase is still occasionally referenced as a nostalgic nod to the golden age of children's entertainment..

Reviews for "Exploring Plpnm's Enchanted Forest: A Journey with the Magic Twanger Froggy"

1. Emily - 2/5

"Plpnm your magic twanger froggy" was not what I expected at all. The storyline was weak and confusing, and I struggled to connect with any of the characters. The humor felt forced and juvenile, with repetitive jokes that quickly grew tiresome. The animation was subpar, with choppy movements and unappealing character designs. Overall, I found it to be a disappointing and forgettable experience.

2. Nathan - 1/5

I couldn't stand "Plpnm your magic twanger froggy." The plot lacked coherence and felt like a jumbled mess. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any depth or relatability. The animation quality was poor, with awkwardly designed characters and lackluster visual effects. The humor was tasteless and cringe-worthy, and I found myself rolling my eyes throughout the entire movie. I would not recommend wasting your time with this film.

3. Sarah - 2.5/5

"Plpnm your magic twanger froggy" fell flat for me. The story was not engaging, and I struggled to maintain interest throughout the film. The animation was average at best, lacking the dazzle and creativity that I look for in animated movies. The characters felt cliché and unoriginal, and their dialogue was predictable and uninspired. While it had a few moments of humor that elicited a chuckle, overall, it failed to leave a lasting impression on me.

4. Michael - 2/5

I was disappointed by "Plpnm your magic twanger froggy." The plot was confusing and convoluted, leaving many loose ends and unanswered questions. The animation quality was questionable, with outdated visuals and unimpressive special effects. The characters lacked development and were difficult to root for, leaving me feeling detached from their struggles. The humor felt forced and relied heavily on juvenile slapstick gags. Overall, it failed to deliver a satisfying and enjoyable viewing experience.

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