Also this week on Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we're joined by executive producer Sheri Singer!

Sheri's career in television began behind the scenes as an associate producer on The Phil Donahue Show before moving into producing on Days of Our Lives. She later founded Just Singer Entertainment and became one of the key creative forces behind many beloved Disney Channel Original Movies (DCOMs), including the Halloweentown movies, The Luck of the Irish, Double Teamed, Right on Track, Go Figure, Cow Belles, Read It and Weep, and many more. Following her Disney Channel years, Sheri has continued producing television movies and bringing new stories to audiences. We discuss her journey through the television industry, the process of adapting real-life stories for the screen, and the making of some of Disney Channel's most memorable films. We also talk about working with talented performers including Debbie Reynolds, Ryan Merriman, Brie Larson, Aly & AJ, Jason Dolley, Olivia Holt, and many others throughout her career.

Special thanks to Paul Hoen for connecting us!

Taping date:

April 13, 2026

Edited by:

Chris Bixby (Co-Host)

https://www.instagram.com/chris.b2000/

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First up this week on Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we're joined by actress and author Kathy Garver!

Kathy's remarkable career began at a young age, including an appearance in The Ten Commandments. She is best known for her role as Cissy Davis on the classic television series Family Affair, a role that made her a household name, and later lent her voice to Firestar in the animated series Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends. In this episode, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Family Affair, discussing the show's enduring legacy and why Kathy believes it continues to resonate with audiences decades later. We also explore her latest book, Romancing With The Stars, which uncovers classic Hollywood relationships and shares fascinating untold stories from the entertainment industry's golden age.

Purchase a hard cover or soft cover copy of Kathy's book, Romancing with the Stars:

https://www.kathygarver.com/buy/romancing-with-the-stars-inspiring-hollywood-love-stories-nt9w7

https://www.kathygarver.com/buy/romancing-with-the-stars-inspiring-hollywood-love-stories

Connect with Kathy:

https://www.kathygarver.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kgcissy/

https://www.facebook.com/kathygarverfanpage/

Taping date:

May 22, 2026

Edited by:

Simon A. (Baby Lamb Creations)

https://www.youtube.com/@BabyLambCreations

https://www.tiktok.com/@babylambcreations

https://www.instagram.com/babylambcreations/

https://www.reddit.com/user/BabyLambCreationsYT/

Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team:

https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/

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This week on Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we're joined by actress and singer-songwriter Sofie Zamchick!

Many viewers and listeners will know Sofie as the voice of Linny, the adventurous guinea pig and leader of the beloved Nick Jr. series Wonder Pets!. Beyond her memorable work on the show, Sofie has built a career spanning television, film, and theatre, showcasing her talents both on screen and on stage. In recent years, Sofie has also pursued her passion for music as a singer-songwriter, releasing multiple EPs and sharing her unique voice as an artist. We discuss her experiences growing up in the entertainment industry, bringing Linny to life for a generation of viewers, her work across acting and theatre, and her journey as a musician. We also talk about her latest EP, Anxious Romantic, and the inspiration behind her original music.

Connect with Sofie:

https://www.sofiezamchick.com/

https://www.youtube.com/sofiezamchick

https://www.instagram.com/sofiezamchick

https://www.tiktok.com/@sofiezamchick

https://open.spotify.com/artist/04bmrSXTKhXtFo6ws6xtkx

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sofie-zamchick/485224135

Taping date:

May 1, 2026

Edited by:

Drew Wells

https://www.youtube.com/@drewsmediacorner399

https://www.instagram.com/drews_media_1/

Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team:

https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/

Listen to the audio version wherever you find your podcasts:

https://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow