A Spoonful of Sugar with Jeffrey C. Sherman
- A Spoonful of Sugar with Jeffrey C. Sherman Jeff Dwoskin 58:37
Embark on a nostalgic journey through the realms of both music and television as we delve into the impactful career of Jeffrey C. Sherman. From co-directing “The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story” to his significant contributions to the hit show “Boy Meets World,” Sherman’s artistic prowess knows no bounds. Join us as we uncover the stories behind the songs, the struggles, and the triumphs that have shaped Sherman’s path, leaving an indelible mark on both the world of music and television.
My guest, Jeffrey C. Sherman, and I discuss:
- The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story – Discover the captivating documentary film by Jeffrey C. Sherman, delving into the lives of his legendary father and uncle, Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman. (Available to watch on Disney+)
- Unveiling Jeff’s Garage Band with Shaun Cassidy and Jamie Lee Curtis – Get insights into the musical journey of Jeffrey C. Sherman as he recounts his experiences with this notable garage band and his 4 amazing solo albums
- Inspiring “Spoonful of Sugar” – Uncover the intriguing story of Jeff’s inspiration behind the timeless song “Spoonful of Sugar,” which gained viral popularity during the pandemic.
- Enchanted Musical Playhouse – Explore Jeff’s collaboration with the Disney Channel, where he seamlessly melded fairy tales and music by The Sherman Brothers. Notably, Jeff worked closely with Donny Osmond on this enchanting show.
- Witnessing the Creative Friction – Gain firsthand insights into Jeff’s unique perspective of working directly with the Sherman Brothers. Experience the real-life friction that fueled the creation of thousands of iconic songs.
- The Chitty Chitty Bang Bang London Stage Debut and a Memorable Encounter – Learn about Jeff’s meeting with his cousin Gregory, which took place during the debut of the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang play in London. This encounter later led to their co-direction of The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story.
- Al Sherman’s Impact – Delve into the life of Al Sherman, Richard and Robert’s father, as he takes center stage in the documentary. Discover his captivating story, including having a song covered by Cyndi Lauper.
- The Origin of the Sherman Brothers – Journey back to the beginnings of the iconic Sherman Brothers as a dynamic writing team. Uncover the key moments and inspirations that shaped their legendary partnership.
- Jeffrey C. Sherman’s Encounter with Walt Disney – Immerse yourself in Jeff Sherman’s cherished memories of spending time with Walt Disney and receiving a personal tour of the enchanting Mary Poppins movie sets.
- Jeffrey C. Sherman’s Impactful Writing for Boy Meets World – Explore Jeff Sherman’s influential contributions as a writer for Boy Meets World. Discover the importance of addressing serious topics such as child abuse and school vandalism on the show.
- Producing “Taller on TV” – Experience the laughter-inducing one-hour comedy special, “Taller on TV,” starring Jeff’s hilarious wife, Wendy Liebman. Discover how John Landis played a pivotal role in bringing this iconic comedy special to life.
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