LOVESICK PODCAST THROWBACK - Dean Koocher, Co-Founder Kidstream

Lovesick Podcast is excited to have you here! As we welcome new listeners, we love revisiting some of our favorite past episodes. Today, we’re throwing it back to our conversation with Dean Koocher. Dean is the Head of Content and Co-Founder of Kidstream, a subscription-based streaming service designed for kids ages 2 to 9 and their families. Launched in 2017, Kidstream offers safe, enriching, and high-quality children's programming through top distribution partners like Comcast’s Xfinity Subscriptions and Amazon Prime Video Channels. Dean's journey in the industry began in 1995 as CFO & COO of The Itsy Bitsy Entertainment Company, managing television and licensing for beloved kids' series like *Teletubbies, Noddy,* and *Eloise.* In 2002, he joined LazyTown Entertainment, playing a key role in securing the initial broadcast deals for *LazyTown* and overseeing its global television and licensing operations. Dean has also collaborated with top-tier kids’ content creators, including Honest Entertainment and Pukeko Pictures, where he served as Executive Producer on *Book Hungry Bears.* Tune in to this throwback episode for an insightful discussion with Dean Koocher!