The Dinosaur Sensation: The History of Barney - Episode 1 (Barney's Beginnings)

[@sonichog-extendededition3558]

Hi everyone. Dinosaur Sensation is temporarily on hiatus, but is not cancelled. I'm taking time away from the series for a little while, just to make sure that when the next part comes around, it'll be even better than before. Thank you for understanding.

[@wwe2k23predictionsandstuff]

So is this a channel talking about Barney or will you do other tv shows

[@EB1493]

How long will it be until we get the next part? I'm dying to know what happens next...

[@patrickshields5251]

That has to be a lot of research you must be doing.

[@SleepingdogsFanCrimewatchFan]

When will you be doing chapter 2

[@TendoTheGoat]

Knew it wasn’t gonna happen lol 😂

[@utzchannel018]

Every couple of months i come back to this channel to see if he released part 2 lol

[@kjthagawd5619]

sameeee

[@xavierkrantz1098]

@@kjthagawd5619 I come back every year too see if he released part 2

[@AliceCullen10]

Omg same. It always ends in disappointment.

[@babygoten854]

Which is a shame as I don’t think there is any other Barney retrospective thing

[@xavierkrantz1098]

@@babygoten854that is a shame because this retrospective is really really good

[@Speleomimus]

"No one hates Barney more than a kid who is just slightly too old to enjoy barney" Truly a bizarre phenomenon

[@PizzaTimeFanatic]

Damn. You made me invested in Barney. This hasn't happened to me since I was 3.

[@varunipersaud808]

The Pizza Time Fanatic seriously me too lol 😂

[@danielsauers7783]

Calm Down This is How What Sheryl Leach Gave the Birth to Barney So

[@marklawrence2053]

It did to me!!!

[@danielsauers7783]

Or Gave Barney His Career In His Very First Episode of Barney and the Backyard Gang

[@HeartandSeoul23]

Same!

[@stevewhite9854]

Well done! As writer of the show (and books, and videos, and stage shows, etc) for 16 years, I can tell you that you've done a great job here! Looking forward to Episode 2!

[@Bvids94]

You've written so many awesome things for this franchise! You are a legend, sir! :)

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Thank you, Steve! I'm glad you liked it. Episode 2 is going to be even better (and not just because you're in it. ;) )

[@patrickshields5251]

I'm not a Barney fan at all but I heard that the movie was tampered with studio interference. What happened?

[@patrickshields5251]

@@bluescluesuniverse1203 August 29

[@musiclover_kb4913]

Mr White you are a great writer and thank you for making a major contribution to my childhood and the childhood of millions of others. I know u didn't write this particular home video feature, but Sing and Dance With Barney was my favorite as a kid

[@jeanlydia509]

I feel bad for the children that doesn’t know this legend character, Lets say Barney is a legend, He has made our childhood with color

[@katiejohnston988]

Same!!! Kids at my school were so obnoxious about Barney, it was horrible. I still liked Barney when I was in first grade and got made fun of so badly for it. One day we had to share with the class what our favorite TV show was and I naturally “let it slip” that Barney was my favorite. This was before I knew liking Barney at this age was considered “uncool” by my classmates and everybody just laughed at me. For years & years, it made me so embarrassed to talk about Barney with anybody. Even my parents. Makes me so sad that I allowed a bunch of mean kids to make me feel this way for many years afterwards because Barney was such a wonderful character. Now I have absolutely no problem at 29 talking about my love for Barney with anybody. I’ve learned not to care what anybody thinks because like Barney always said “everyone is special in his or her own way!!!” 🥰🥰🥰

[@saxonmusicandmore]

@@katiejohnston988 I was bullied BADLY for liking Barney when I was that age. Glad I’m not the only one.

[@katiejohnston988]

@Saxon MUSIC I’m so sorry, kids can be so mean. Now we know we really were the “cool kids” all along for liking this awesome dinosaur!!!! 😍

[@nocamss]

TRUE DAT

[@CB-zz4jh]

FR

[@telescopedreams]

Dude if this the level of quality you're gonna keep putting out IM EXCITED. Didn't think i could sit through forty minutes of Barney but here we are.

[@gabygotay5640]

When I was a toddler I was obsessed with Barney but when I finally met him in universal I was so scared that I cried and couldn’t look at him. I still have the picture of it and it makes me laugh! 😂😂😂

[@realmofthemisunderstood166]

Oh my god, Wee Sing Together was the inspiration for Barney!? That was my favorite video when I was little!!!

[@pattywirtz3090]

What a fabulous, thorough video! You really did your research. I learned things about the show I never knew before--even after being part of the magic for 18 years. Bravo!

[@SamEvansTv]

You were BJ wasn't you? My favourite character of all time!!!

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Thanks, Patty! What's even better? This is only the beginning.

[@sammywestenberger9303]

You’re welcome

[@zekesmudrick-crawford3073]

SonicHOG WHEN IS PART 2 COMING!!??

[@TruelySonicHOG]

@@zekesmudrick-crawford3073 August 29th, Zeke. ;)

[@dragonsblood23]

when KZbin Recommended does its job right and actually provides something interesting

[@meathead177]

So so true

[@reyfan011]

I loved Barney the dinosaur when I was little, so much my parents said I was obsessed. I was more of a Barney kid than Sesame Street. I feel a little embarrassed to admit I used to love Barney and still have a nostalgic soft spot for him because everyone loves to bash on him being too goofy and nice. I’m a little more cynical now so looking back on something so upbeat and happy feels nice.

[@potterfan201]

I loved this! Big Barney fan for as long as I can remember! Even now that my sister, cousins, and I are grown, the purple dinosaur still holds a place in our hearts! Introducing it to my second cousins now and my own kids one day. My sister and I still watch Waiting for Santa every Christmas Eve. It's one of our favorite Christmas traditions, (I'm 28 and married now, but will always love Barney!) Can't wait until Episode 2.

[@Thomasnumber1fan101]

I grew out of Barney long ago but I do appreciate this series you are working, Learning how this franchise got so popular with it's background history. Keep up the good work

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Well, thank you. You know, it seems Thomas is to you what Barney is to me (a childhood character who has made an impact in our lives and remains part of us as a result).

[@haleypierce6635]

@@TruelySonicHOG so much research put to good use here man. Can't wait for part 2 and all future videos about barney. Please talk about him going Hollywood in the next video. Or something like that.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

@@haleypierce6635 Thanks! Barney's Great Adventure is going to get its own episode later on.

[@haleypierce6635]

@@TruelySonicHOG cool at least barney didn't let fame get to his head and ruin him lol.

[@EB1493]

@@TruelySonicHOG And can I say, Barney was a major part of my childhood too. Just as the song says, he truly is and in my mind will always be....a dinosaur sensation!

[@SBox180]

Holy crap, this brought me back to such a simpler time in my life. This was my favorite thing as a kid, and you’re passion and respect for the series really showed. Can’t wait for Part 2

[@berrypie11]

I must say that as someone who was raised on watching Barney, I really appreciate this video. I knew a few things about the behind the scenes stuff, but not as much as what you have here. I love all the facts you got here. Like, I had no idea this series started the way it did. Like how this show became a great distraction for the creators' children, my mom relied on this show for the same reason. It held my attention, and I could have fun with it while she was able to make dinner, or clean. Aside from him being a distraction, I always adored Barney. His design, at least in later years, is super cute and I love the messages he gives to children about caring for others. It makes me sad that some people get so annoyed with him, because this is a character with heart and charm.

[@StevenDolce]

You ain't never had a friend like Barney.

[@jamesrobinson9642]

Mr. Steven Dolce, I'm sorry; but maybe the proper quote's: "You've never had a friend like Barney"!

[@sonichog-extendededition3558]

I believe that was an Aladdin reference, James. ;)

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

James Robinson that would make a great song for Barney and Friends

[@jamesrobinson9642]

Mr. Nicholas Win, what song here?

[@StevenDolce]

@@jamesrobinson9642 Friend Like Me

[@IrishBirdy1]

I thought the darker purple Barney was some kind of mandalla effect because no one else remembered him being that color and I couldn't find proof ANYWHERE TILL NOW! Thank you for posting this lol

[@BKDBrian2]

I didn't even know that Barney was around in the late 80s. I was only aware of the TV show from the early 90s.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Makes sense. The videos were a pretty big success in their own right, but the TV show is what really made Barney a household name (and a phenomenon that rivaled later ones such as Frozen).

[@skartbrimpson3297]

@@TruelySonicHOG *PLEASE* don't mention Frozen or even *COMPARE* Frozen to this Masterpiece.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

@@skartbrimpson3297 Well, it was pretty much the best comparison I could think of.

[@patrickshields5251]

SonicHOG Is it just me, or will late 80s Barney scare today's kids? I think he might have, since I never saw these tapes as a toddler. Just on KZbin. I'll only watch these because as a critic of the franchise I like to torture my self.

[@patrickshields5251]

SonicHOG I'm also introduced to Barney from PBS, as well as a few VHS tapes. I didn't know Barney was 80's until the Internet. And I'm sorry I came off as snobbish and condescending at the previous post.

[@Racelympics]

That quality is ”super-dee-duper!”

[@barneythedinosaur4283]

that's my line

[@jamesfields4722]

@@barneythedinosaur4283 Your favorite phrase

[@1983mswenson]

Barney The Dinosaur I keep seeeing your comments!

[@anavarrette83]

Oh come on the dinosaur sensation is amazing series

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

@@barneythedinosaur4283 what Up Barney I haven’t seen you since Barney and the backyard gang and Barney and Friends and the film Barney’s great adventure

[@LamarTerbo3]

This is is like beyond awesome I can’t wait for episode 2

[@RainbowGalaxyMatt777]

Me too bro!!!

[@Z-INC.BYZARIA]

Me 3

[@o.g.dr3xd26]

Lamar Carter Me 5th

[@raeqwanjordan9195]

When are you creating #2?

[@marcusblackwell2372]

Me 4

[@SuperSonicWarrior93]

If there's one thing I always found weird about Barney & The Backyard Gang, it's the fact that in the earlier episodes, Barney sung the "I Love You" song at the near beginning after he comes to life. When it sounds much better as an ending song. And other times in this series, he's not the one singing it.

[@elijahsanders9532]

I'm One Singing I Love You Form Ending

[@danielanderson4726]

On the TV show, i remember Susannah Wetzel (Julie), Leah Gloria (Luci) and Jessica Zucha (Tina) sings the first verse of I Love You rather than Barney. I think those are the only ones i remmeber, does anyone else remmeber anyone else singing that part rather Barney?

[@danielanderson4726]

I thought it was neat that Luci sings the first verse of I Love You in Spanish in "Hola Mexico!" (think that's the episode i was thinking about). I remember Tina singing that in Barney Goes to School and Julie in A Welcome Home.

[@MarianMetanoia]

Please, please make part two! This first one brought me so much happiness. I was the ultimate Barney kid, and it was great to revisit something so special to me in my earliest memories.

[@yasikins6646]

I NEED PART TWO! This is great. Amazing work. I grew up with Barney's television series around 95-98. In fact, I learned how to speak English from watching Barney. I loved Barney so much that I had the plush AND I was Barney one Halloween lmao.

[@jaym1165]

It is coming August 29th

[@dylans.1741]

It's always interesting to learn the origins of shows. Barney may have been made for kids, but it's still compelling to learn the story of the adults who made the show.

[@DisneyjunkieAshley]

All the 90s have come back to me I loved this video so much I watched Barney alot growing up and wish it was still popular for my daughter !!!

[@sonichog-extendededition3558]

Hey everyone, I just wanted to let everyone know that The Dinosaur Sensation Part 2 will be delayed to late 2019. I know people have been waiting patiently for this episode and I thank you all for being so patient. This delay is so the episode can be the very best it can be. Sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. Sincerely, Drew (SonicHOG)

[@patrickshields5251]

That's okay Drew! It's just that there's so much real life stuff going on in my life anyways.

[@matthewhaga2323]

so when willi it be done

[@patrickshields5251]

@@matthewhaga2323 Obviously he's not sure yet. I guess he'll have to finish it when it's ready.

[@alexcarlson663]

When late 2019? The fall or December of this year? Do you do what Month when will be uploaded? December? I want to see Tasha, Min and Shawn for the first season of Barney.

[@matthewhaga2323]

ok

[@YesThatBobWest]

This is really impressive, Drew! You've put an amazing amount of work into it. Congrats! It's very cool to see so many old clips and photos. Here's a question: I noticed that you didn't throw any title text over the Blockbuster ad at 21:51. Since you noted a few other things with small titles, I'm guessing that you might not have realized that the frantic mom in the ad is the fabulous Julie Johnson, voice of Baby Bop! Or did you recognize her and just keep it as an Easter egg? Either way, it's a fun little moment! Looking forward to Episode 2!

[@patrickshields5251]

Bob West Are you the Bob West that did the voice of Barney?

[@YesThatBobWest]

@@patrickshields5251 Why yes I am! :)

[@patrickshields5251]

Bob West I may be a critic of the video due to it's insanely upbeat nature, but this video is very well researched. He doesn't just use KZbin videos and wikis, but also books and newspapers. Can't wait for part 2.

[@patrickshields5251]

Bob West There's one thing about the departure of Salim Grant that Drew didn't address. According to Barney Wiki, he and Brian Epps didn't get along at all and were at each other's throats during the taping. Is this true?

[@YesThatBobWest]

Hey, ​@@patrickshields5251 - I have no idea where they got that information. I don't recall ever seeing any of our cast kids arguing in any substantial way. You can't always count on a wiki for accurate info. :/

[@moonlightbutterflymiku7788]

Barney was a huge part of my chilhood! Such a huge impact! I had all the videotapes, books, clothes, you name it, if it had Barney, I had it lol Hoping I can share this part of my childhood with my future children❤❤looking forward to part 2!

[@thegreatwisebear]

Me too

[@8naruuchiha]

I wish that for future generations as well it’s such a shame that such hatred was put on a character that was just bringing a little happiness to children

[@amobiuzukwu3231]

Since The Early 2000s It's When Everyone Knew About Him And Saw Him.

[@Deoxylzz]

I thought Barney was scary When i was a child but Im fine now Hes better With his shows And His second costume Was Good

[@Mylittleponyfan-tf2mw]

I loved barney too. I had books, figures , plush,vhs ,dvds and a sleepover bag

[@sketchyskies8531]

I'm wondering why I clicked on this,but my childhood is coming back so I'll stay

[@brendanbetts2978]

My childhood Barney was my everything to me and im a 22 year old man now and im sad that its just a memory now but it does bring BACK memories of me watching it with me and my mom but i still love him #ripmom #istilllovebarney ❤❤❤#childhoodmemories

[@breeyana91491]

Brendan Betts same

[@Megamon0001]

There are people who make NSFW art of Barney. Let that sink in....

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Rule 34, I’m afraid. 😕

[@theonewithdoggo]

@@TruelySonicHOG i never seen it- a OH GOD KILL IT WITH HOLY WATER

[@rainbowpegacornstudios]

Barney's been constant companion and comfort in my life. I've been a fan since I was in diapers.

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Misty Rose Blackthorn yes he sure is the champion of children’s entertainment

[@theawakeningofjohnnynewsom9072]

@@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095 HES NOT MY CHILDHOOD IM NO BABY ANYMORE MOM STOP MAKING ME FUCK AROUND ILL BURN MY BARNEY TOY ON THE STAKE

[@HeavensFrogman]

Wow, this was outstanding. Amazing research and background work. You've even got some attention from key people in the series, which is awesome. Also, a 90% like ratio on a Barney video is basically unheard of, in my experience. I was never a 'fan' of Barney, per se, but I'll be eagerly awaiting part 2. You deserve all the praise and attention you're receiving right now. Well done, sir.

[@abbieprice3430]

This was very informative! I didn’t know Sheryl was inspired by the Wee Sing tapes to make Barney and Friends! I use to borrow those tapes all the time from my grandmother’s house! Wee Sing Together and Wee Sing In Sillyville were my two favorite ones growing up!

[@BKDBrian2]

And as for the VHS tapes Patrick hardly payed any attention to until Sheryl found Wee Sing Together, I guess Rainy Day Finger Play & Fun Songs couldn't keep him interested either. I, on the other hand, was the exact opposite.

[@angelbeast1841]

Thank you Mr SonicHOG

[@ainadena7318]

My sister and I love Barney so much that we even wished being in the show! My sister even dreamt about the Barney Bag. I don't understand why people will hate Barney so much; it taught a lot of positivity to children, especially the power of imaginations.

[@dylans.1741]

I'm still hopeful that part two will be made someday. It's been years sure, but I do also think we'd know by now if it were game over for series, so I haven't lost hope

[@REGGIE31307]

Loved this! As a 30 yr old male I find myself always reminiscing my childhood and how crazy I was for Barney. The backyard gang is definitely where it all started for me. Nostalgia and warmth overcame me watching this. Still have half my Barney VHS tapes kept. I will never forget the impact this purple dinosaur and the casts had on my childhood. And I’m not ashamed to say that I still watch episodes on KZbin when I need a dose of those innocent careless memories. PS: can’t tell you how many times I wished for my Barney doll to come to life. 😂 Incredible job on this!! 👍🏾

[@shadownumber2067]

Waiting for Santa was my first exposure to Barney. My household had the VHS.

[@shannonraymartin3176]

It would be nice to have some of the vintage 1980's-1990's Barney toys and videos NOW! They'd probably be worth a lot of money to collectors TODAY.

[@marcusblackwell2372]

Honestly, I'd have to agree. One problem though. I personally don't but younger folk my age & under may find old Barney creepy. I don't though

[@DJimpanziG]

I feel like this should be produced as a movie like saving Mr. Banks or the founder or walt before Mickey or bohemian rhapsody.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

To tell you the truth, I'd love to see a dramatic retelling of Barney's creation a la Saving Mr. Banks or The Founder. In the right hands, I think it'd do pretty well.

[@kayseecoward7571]

Jimmy Galanis also there’s a really interesting documentary called Life After Tomorrow about the girls who appeared in Annie on Broadway, it consists of interviews of them talking about how the experience affected them. I would love for them to do a similar thing with the Barney kids

[@kermitTHEdinosaur93]

That would be cool but what if it were more like a musical film a la The Greatest Showman. That would be very fun though.

[@DJimpanziG]

@@kermitTHEdinosaur93 yeah or a bit more like bohemian rhapsody

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Jimmy Galanis yes that would be a great Biopic film

[@lukegreen5341]

Awesome Behind The Scenes Look About Barney And Friends. Thanks Mate. X

[@morbidmorbid]

this is such a big piece of my childhood, and it warms my heart to see this video made with such love and care(and learning about how much his creators loved and cared for him) about the history of the character.

[@AndrewsMagicandMore]

30:12 If I find a taping of Barney on Disney Channel, THAT should be my Holy Grail

[@TruelySonicHOG]

That'd be a holy grail, period. Regardless of who finds a recording like that, it'll be a pretty great day for both Barney fans and kids entertainment historians alike.

[@gamestation2690]

@@TruelySonicHOG Where did you learn that fact about Sheryl Leach being inspired by Wee Sing?

[@jessicazucha1183]

No isn't not on Disney but schedule from Barney & The Backyard Gang Camp Sing a-long

[@AndrewsMagicandMore]

@@jessicazucha1183 "Campfire Sing Along" was on Disney Channel for a little while until at least 1992, the newspaper clipping is your proof

[@XJCherokeeBear]

Here It Is, It's @ 4:02:25. archive.org/details/disneychannel3

[@isthatng6051]

I wasn’t expecting that sudden pic of Ratafak I almost jumped off my seat 😂

[@TheRetroOreo]

Barney's appearance in "Backyard Gang" always scared the hell out of me

[@crimeexpocon]

KZbin recommends video about Barney Cha cha real smooth

[@jonahschumacher135]

Discovering the inspiration for this kids character is impressive. And I bet I'll be pleased when you describe this purple Pal's live show in the big Apple and some facts of seasons 1-3, even if it takes a while since the next video is a little delayed but it will so be worth it

[@jayjaybulldog9180]

Even though I never grew up in the 90’s, I still remember Barney as a major part of my childhood since I was just 3, the first time I saw him was the campfire sing along and Christmas one for me and my classmates. I even met him in person at Universal Studios, It’s really amazing to how the worlds most iconic purple dinosaur had went from a torn down project, to famous global popularity. Sheryl and Bob west really out done ✅ themselves for becoming legends for generations of kids who really grew up with Barney.

[@Alberto_Tellez]

You know...I was very little when I had myself infested with the magic of Barney and I still like him today. He has made me smile everytime I experience him for he not only is playful but very teaching in the best way with all the happiness I could have.

[@Wasail]

I had the Christmas special and I remember always playing it. Love the detail that went it this! :)

[@SuperSonicWarrior93]

As big of a Barney fan I was back in the day (and still am), the only thing I never got to do as a kid, was actually meet the purple dino himself.

[@Nerdy_Chuck_E]

Not me coming back every year just to see if he posted part two

[@wildcross123]

My father told me i used to be obsessed with the dinosaur when i was a toddler. It was the only thing that could keep me still. I had merch, DVD’s, and i knew all the songs! My personal favorite was “Mr. Sun”. Watching this video opened a memory i completely forgot about. Thank you

[@RufusHarveyOfficial]

What I find impressive is the amount of research put into to this and finding some rare photos that were never seen before, even I had trouble finding information about the making of Barney. It would be really cool if you got some Barney alumni such as Bob West, David Joyner, Sheryl Leach, etc. to do an interview for this series of videos your making. Bob West has two Facebook accounts where one is his personal account and the other where he keeps in contact with fans. I even heard he will be going to conventions to meet with fans so it will be the perfect opportunity to meet him. Anyway, keep it up with this video series.

[@FabFields67]

I know right? That photo at 12:22 is ultra rare :O

[@kylebulger4240]

I didn’t know Sheryl got inspired by the Wee Sing videos to make this!

[@superdoglover1659]

Neither did I!!

[@DisneyPro664]

I love Wee Sing. When I was little, we had Grandpa’s Magical Toys. I was about 5 that time. I am 20 now. I will be 21 next month.

[@gamestation2690]

I can't say I'm surprised, really. Wee Sing Together really feels at times like a Barney precursor.

[@DisneyPro664]

Sabrina Coleman Actually, Kaitlyn is the daughter of the other woman that Sheryl made friends with. Patrick is her only child.

[@DisneyPro664]

@April Teniente Nice

[@DisWldFrk90]

There were people who hated Barney that badly?! I am traumatized! I must see the second video soon to hear about it!

[@kingdelbert]

My dad was a member of the I Hate Barney Fan Club so uh....yes....they did

[@musicwiggle22]

Yes. You could google anti barney humor if you want lol. Wikipedia has a whole article about it.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

There were indeed. The Barney backlash was huge in the early 90's (think of the backlash towards The Emoji Movie but hundredfold). It has certainly mellowed out in 27 years though.

[@musicwiggle22]

@@TruelySonicHOG what made it really different was that it usually involved dark humor and talking about killing barney. There have been people that would blow up or set barney plushes on fire.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

@@musicwiggle22 There were some folks that would destroy merchandise, but most just took their frustrations out in other ways.

[@WillCWilson]

I can't wait for episode 2 and each one afterwards! This was extremely well done!

[@WillCWilson]

@Tadashi Satoru Ah, okay. I can't wait for that to come out! From the articles I've read about it, it sounds "Super-Dee-Duper!"

[@teresacrowl1290]

This is incredibly interesting and well-done!! Thank you for sharing !!

[@ChucksterCEC]

Amazing!! I absolutely loved Barney as a young child. Bob West certainly is a talented man ;) I learned lots of things I never knew about Barney thanks to this informative video. Just an FYI: Some royalty free background music could help to liven up the atmosphere of the video when you’re talking and it’ll make it more inviting to listen to. Other than that tiny nitpick, I am excited for Part 2!

[@shadownumber2067]

I did not know that Bob West was the original voice of Barney. I thought it was a different voice actor altogether, since he sounds completely different on the PBS show.

[@morganandbrainysmurf7656]

Jennifer Godstrey Bob West did the voice from 1988-2001.

[@marcusblackwell2372]

Yeah, from a Google search & some inferencing, I believe Dean Vendt was the big guy's voice in what we see. I wanna say he was the second or third actor. Long overdue edit: thanks to @Jace Fiore for helping with the last name

[@jacefiore6203]

@@marcusblackwell2372 Dean Wendt.

[@AndrewsMagicandMore]

I've also noticed one other change in the BYG series. Early on, it was made apparent that Michael and Amy owned the Barney plush in the original three episodes; however by the time of "Waiting for Santa", Barney either functions on his own free will (I'm assuming Barney was an honorary assistant/messenger boy to the Clauses in "Waiting for Santa"?) or sometimes the plushie is sometimes owned by somebody else within Michael and Amy's circle of friends (usually Tina and Luci, but Tina moreso).

[@MaryS2022]

I always figured Barney in plush toy form was passed around between the kids much in the same way the pants in the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants were (one keeping him for a while, then the next one doing so, etc.).

[@haleypierce82793]

To me barney is like a cousin you want to spend time with and when he has to leave your like until next time. I watch waiting for Santa every December around Christmas time.

[@EB1493]

Hey SonicHog, thank you for this video! It really does explain beautifully how this childhood icon had his origin and how he became a household name

[@OakTreeIsaac]

This was the coolest thing I've ever seen

[@FemboiFoxi]

I'm glad I came across this video in my recommendations. It is very interesting.

[@SuperSonicWarrior93]

You really searched deep within the memory of my childhood, when you showed those clips from We Sing Together. Lol.

[@christmasisforlosers]

barney was a huge part of my childhood. it’s all i could watch at my grandma’s house, but by god i want to go back.

[@ravengurl92]

That was really well done! I didn't know that Phylicia Raschad was considered for Sandy Duncan's role

[@KKAkuoku]

It would’ve been a MAJOR casting coup in 1988, given her work on The Cosby Show.

[@blazebaby89]

I loved Barney back in the day, although I was slightly embarrassed to admit it.

[@cmlmonstar007]

Love Barney like always but didn’t get any toys until later in life. The early Barney (Barney and the Backyard Gang) was pure nightmare fuel but Barney (Barney and Friends) seemed much happier and more wholesome.

[@elsakristina2689]

When I was four, I watched the Backyard Gang tapes that I borrowed from a teenager who watched them as a kid and the feel was different from the PBS series, but I still enjoyed them.

[@cmlmonstar007]

elsa1942 same

[@humblewonder3260]

Man yall some weak ass people. As a toddler I loved the early Barney and wished they never changed him.

[@brandirogers7505]

I'm 18 years old and Barney has been in my life for years since I was a toddler. I was a big fan of it until elementary school, people would make fun of me for loving it so much and I started to hate it as I got older. Until when I was almost 16 when I reunited with that show, I noticed that it means so much to my life. I still watch it till this day and I don't care what the hell people have to say about me because they can keep their hates away from me. The documentary you did was actually wonderful, you should get million likes and views. Keep going and never stop! One more thing, You're never too old to watch a TV show that means so much to you and your memories. Thank you!😁

[@humblewonder3260]

❤

[@EntertainmentFan11]

I checked out Wee Sing Together for curiosity's sake, and it IS pretty entertaining. No wonder Sheryl Leach was surprised by that video upon showing it to her son.

[@aekfuturewriter13]

Thank you for this! I was a huge Barney fan, and this taught me a lot of things I didn’t know! Can’t wait to see episode 2!

[@roadrunnercoyote2263]

This. Was. AMAZING!!!! :D I am IMMEDIATELY ready for part 2 :)

[@anetamichniak7483]

RoadRunnerCoyote19 I remember that show

[@superdoglover1659]

Me too!!

[@chanbear2005]

Me Three

[@danielwalton4563]

I'm ready for part 2 on this

[@DaNintendude]

Even though I hate Barney, it's really charming to learn about his origins and development.

[@patrickshields5251]

Da Nintendude I agree. This is very well researched.

[@louib716]

That's a really strong opinion to have on an imaginary purple dinosaur

[@jackgreentheweirdonce-ler969]

Same here

[@humblewonder3260]

@@louib716 i know right. So many people hate the character for no fuckin reason.

[@DaNintendude]

@@Joe_Swansons_Wheels It's pretty simple honestly. I find most episodes of the show asinine. They bore me. Barney and Baby Bop's voices are incredibly annoying imo, and I really dislike both of their modern appearances.

[@kiersten7244]

This was wonderfully researched and well-written, Drew. I’ll be sure to share this with the Backyard gang! ☺️

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Thanks, Kiersten! Definitely mention it to the gang at USF if you can. Hope I can make it down there again sometime (I haven't been to Barney's park since 2016).

[@CrystalSanchez094]

honestly, Barney was my Childhood i grew up with this icon all my life ever since i was a small kid and even now at 24 years old i cant help but tear up when i heard that theme song again after so many years even though he has been around long before i was born but still i still love him

[@yunayuna0810]

wow i never expected to learn any new things about a show i used to watch when i was small. thanks for sharing the video.

[@MrParkFan]

Barney will always be my childhood tv show and I don’t care what those idiots haters say about him

[@superdoglover1659]

Here here!! Amen to that!!

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Yeah I’ve always loved Barney and he is a champion in children’s entertainment

[@disneyfan94themuppetsforev95]

I guess I can somewhat understand why some people can't stand Barney but I have to agree that the show will always be my childhood along with Sesame Street

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Andrew Fontanez you tell em mate

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Disneyfan94 Rankin Bass forever you got that right

[@elijahtownsend9672]

I kinda think barney is the dinosaur version of mister rogers

[@FaysalIsGoated]

FACTS

[@TruelySonicHOG]

In a way, he is. Former CPTV vice president Larry Rifkin noticed that too when watching a Barney video he rented for his daughter in January 1991. That eventually led to the purple guy hitting PBS in April the following year.

[@patrickshields5251]

SonicHOG Now, Mr Rogers is more my cup of tea. This is one of the few PBS Kids shows I still watch today.

[@c.w.r.794]

Steve, Bear and Barney are all in semblance to Mr. Rodgers

[@marcusblackwell2372]

Well, more like the opposite in a way. This I think is cuz Barney was a bit too hyperactive whereas Mr. Rogers was like an onscreen dad & handled things more maturely

[@Astro-Tazo]

2 years later, found this video. So much great information and I love it! I need a part 2 when you are able!! Thank you 💚💜🦖

[@CurveTheRain]

Here i thought for sure i had waited long enough for part two to be up 😢

[@Lighting_Desk]

Honestly I was obsessed with this Dino. And the video of Barney, Live in concert was my first exposure to the world of theatre. I later went on to work in that field.

[@haleypierce82793]

Cool. That dino is one of a kind

[@freddyfazbearsgamingymas6722]

¿I'm the only one who wants to give Barney a big hug?

[@theawakeningofjohnnynewsom9072]

*_burn_*

[@elijahsanders9532]

I'm Give Barney a Big Hug

[@LoyalmoonieProductions]

すごいですね！ このドキュメンタリー映画はスーパーデイ~~~ドゥーパーですね！ (Amazing! This documentary is Super-deeeeeeeee-duper!!)

[@aqua_teen_hunger_force6810]

賛成できます。 I agree with you!

[@brookeschexnite]

You did such a great job with this documentary I’ve been waiting for somebody to make a documentary about the origins and life of Barney now what would be really awesome is to have a full on documentary on where the Barney kids are now today and stories from behind the scenes while filming Barney and everything I thought it would be such a good idea.

[@TruelySonicHOG]

Thanks! I think a full on documentary like that would be fantastic. With that said, Dinosaur Sensation is mainly about getting the story out there in some capacity (there has been no complete documentation of Barney's history prior to this documentary (let alone one this in-depth)). With this, along with Carey Stinson's own Purple Tales Podcast, there's no better time to be discovering the stories that made Barney the kid's TV icon he has become.

[@brookeschexnite]

SonicHOG I would like to talk to you have doing an interview with former children, especially me on what it was like to grow up with Barney and how that special dinosaur changed our lives

[@raziele92]

@@brookeschexnite Well Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato are still singing.

[@sarahengelmezzo]

This is SUCH a great documentary, especially for students studying Early Childhood Education. Wonderful work!!

[@pokemonparrot6673]

I always love Barney with all my heart!😄😁😊😍🤗❤️😃 And I wish I could meet him and give him a hug 🤗

[@alyssamurray3450]

Universal studios orlando still has a show called "a day in the park with barney" where you can take pictures with barney after. My mom took me when i was younger and they still have it and i plan on takimg my own daughter next year. I'm so happy she loves barney as much as i did

[@skartbrimpson3297]

PokémonParrot 66 That's great, Dude.

[@theawakeningofjohnnynewsom9072]

i will hug him (and backstab him because i hate him)

[@pokemonparrot6673]

The Awakening Of Johnny Newsome That's so cruel! 😡😠

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Here’s to you Barney you are the best icon of children’s entertainment since my day growing up in the nineties and two thousands

[@LuannOsbourne]

NICK WIN IS A TROLL

[@skartbrimpson3297]

@@LuannOsbourne No he's not, DF.

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

Skart Brimpson you tell him mate nobody calls me a troll

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

MrsLukeArnold hey you that is against the law I’m reporting you for bullying

[@NicholasWingoldenkiwi2095]

MrsLukeArnold you’re just a big bully I suppose you feel proud of yourself always picking on people like me well you’re gonna have plenty to answer for on your judgement day

[@theBigA1992]

Anyone ever thought of Making the Barney Story into a biopic?

[@sonichog-extendededition3558]

Honestly, that would be cool to make this into a biopic of sorts.

[@haleypierce6635]

That would be interesting

[@Songwritersbehindthecurtain]

@@sonichog-extendededition3558 can you please do episode 2 for the distroy of barney the dinosaur?

[@Readingindarknesss]

Wow! I was obsessed with this show as a kid! Im blind and i apparently hated every other show on pbs but i was hooked on that because of the music! I probably started watching in 1994. This is fascinating!

[@alika207]

I’m blind too! Love this show!

[@EvilMonkeyPlaysGames]

Feels like less than 4 years! Looking forward to part 2 :)

[@carissacarter3377]

I loved Wee Sing as well, I am shocked.

[@robbietehrotten]

Nice job! I'm heading to Tampa Bay Comic Con to see Bob West. I do hope to talk with him about this documentary. ;)

[@Emilybears]

So, did you meet Bob West? And what did he have to say about this documentary?

[@DaddyOfTheSugarVariety]

My niece was obsessed with Barney. I thought the kids were as creepy and cult-like as the Circle Square kids. 3 of the songs (I Love You , Clean Up and the Barney theme) are catchy and are on my phone (remixed versions) to this day. :p

[@incubuskills3608]

please come back with part 2 i love this documentary a lot

[@LUNAASMR1]

I was a toddler watching Barney and now I play him for my daughter. Such Nostalgia!!

[@breeyana91491]

LUNA ASMR I was looking through some stuff animals and I found a Barney stuff plush

[@LUNAASMR1]

@@breeyana91491 aw I lowkey want to buy one lol for my kid

[@otaking3582]

As someone who has lived in the Dallas area almost all of my life, I appreciate all of the footage and images from here. My favorite was 22:51 where at first I was like "Wait a minute, Allen didn't have a Toys R Us back then- oh wait"