'Jaws Baby' JAWS 50th Anniversary Interview
Interview available Thursday 21 August on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts
In one of the most recognisable viral moments in Jaws fan history, a photo of a baby in a handcrafted “Jaws crib” took the internet by storm. Ten years later, Ross sits down with the stars of that photo — Mikey (the original Jaws Baby), his dad Mark, and crib creator/uncle Joe — to hear the full story behind the image that captured the imagination of fans worldwide.
They share how the crib was made, how the picture unexpectedly went global, and why it still resurfaces in the Jaws community a decade later. Mikey reveals what it’s like growing up “Jaws famous,” his first memories of the film, and his pick for the best scene. Mark and Joe take us back to their lifelong love of Spielberg’s classic, watching it on repeat as teenagers, and passing that passion down to the next generation.
And just when Mikey thought it was safe to sit down for a podcast, a surprise guest stops by to lay down the law — none other than Jeffrey Kramer, Deputy Hendricks himself.
From favourite characters to the eternal “bigger boat” debate, this episode is a celebration of fandom, creativity, and the enduring magic of Jaws 50 years on..
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