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There are few children’s acts as dedicated to the art of musical enlightenment when it comes to our children than the Okee Dokee Brothers.<\/a><\/p>\n

Their unique approach in bringing honest, educated genres to our children is unparalleled and has earned them several Grammy Noninations including one win for their album Can You Canoe.<\/p>\n

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On Parent Time today Benny talks with one half of the duo, Joe\u00a0Mailander, about their methods, their commitment to the craft, a friendship born from a mutual love for adventure and just how little they knew about horses before spending a month on one.<\/p>\n

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