Topic: Mr Rogers

2 chapters across the catalog

Hush Up Boy!
Episode 1566 1:48:18 - 1:50:45

1566: Hush Up Boy!

Mr. Rogers Song on Gender and Identity

An archival song from Fred Rogers is played, in which he sings about the biological certainty of being born a boy or a girl. The lyrics emphasize that boys grow up to be daddies and girls grow up to be mommies. The segment highlights how cultural norms regarding gender identity have shifted significantly since the song was originally broadcast.

Booster Blitz
Episode 1408 2:28:11 - 2:31:30

1408: Booster Blitz

Francis Collins, NIH Retirement, Somewhere Past the Pandemic

Outgoing NIH Director Francis Collins performed a parody song titled "Somewhere Past the Pandemic" during his farewell town hall. Collins, who has led the NIH for 12 years, was criticized for his "cringey" musical performances and narcissistic behavior. The segment compares his demeanor to Mr. Rogers and mentions other bizarre videos featuring his wife.