''Finding Fred'' is a podcast hosted by

Carvell Wallace Carvell Wallace (born October 20, 1974, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania) is a ''New York Times'' bestselling author, writer, and podcaster. He is a regular contributor to ''Pitchfork (website), Pitchfork'', MTV News, the ''Huffington Post'', and ''Slat ...

that explores the life and philosophy of

Fred Rogers Fred McFeely Rogers (March 20, 1928 – February 27, 2003), better known as Mister Rogers, was an American television host, author, producer, and Presbyterian minister. He was the creator, showrunner, and host of the preschool television s ...

, the creator and host of the children's television show ''

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood ''Mister Rogers' Neighborhood'' (sometimes shortened to ''Mister Rogers'') is an American half-hour educational children's television series that ran from 1968 to 2001. It was created and hosted by Fred Rogers. Its original incarnation, the se ...

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History

The podcast debuted on October 15, 2019, and consists of ten episodes that delve into various themes related to Rogers’ teachings. The concept for the podcast arose from a desire to examine the complexities of Fred Rogers as both an individual and a cultural figure. Each episode features discussions with guests who reflect on their personal experiences with ''Mister Rogers' Neighborhood'' and how its messages resonated within broader societal contexts. The series provides historical insights into Rogers' life and work while connecting his teachings to modern issues faced by children and families today. The podcast is produced by

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and

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Reception

The series has been well-received for addressing important social issues through the lens of Rogers' timeless messages. It was rated #1 Podcast of 2019 by ''

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References

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