On this week's episode of Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we're joined by production designer Bob Lavallee.

Bob spent 14 and a half years shaping the visual world of Barney & Friends, working from Season 4 through to the very end. He also contributed to numerous Barney home videos, including Camp WannaRunnaRound, Sing & Dance With Barney, Barney's Night Before Christmas, Let's Play School!, and Come on Over to Barney's House, just to name a few. Bob shares how he transitioned from live theater into television, landed the job on Barney & Friends, and reimagined beloved sets like the treehouse and school. He also discusses how the show evolved with new additions such as the park, Idea Bench, and gazebo, giving fans fresh spaces to explore. Along the way, you may even see some design sketches for some sets!

Special thanks to Fred Holmes for connecting us!

Taping date:

February 7, 2026

Edited by: Drew Wells

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Episode 356: Bob Lavallee (Production Designer)