Puppets, Cree Language & Filmmaking with April Johnson | Between Two Pints

This week on Between Two Pints, Rob sits down with writer/director April Johnson, the heart and mind behind Kokum & Dot — a brand new children’s series teaching Cree language and culture through puppetry, gentle storytelling, and animated adventures.Check out the YouTube video here https://youtu.be/Tx3-UufRo2IWe chat about:-Building a proof of concept during the pandemic-The challenges (and joys) of directing puppets-Finding inspiration in an 86-year-old Cree language teacher-Indie filmmaking, ADHD brain chaos, and staying motivated-What it really takes to go from grant to greenlightApril shares behind-the-scenes details on working with a puppet performer, building a cozy studio kitchen set, and why this show might be the Mr. Dressup for a new generation. If you’re into Canadian content, Indigenous storytelling, or just love puppets and chaos, this one’s for you.Links• April Johnson Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/aprilej/• Kokum & Dot Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/kokumanddot/• Kokum & Dot Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/61565963827412• Kokum & Dot Proof-of-Concept Trailer   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-_b1lsxndM