: The episode features a mini-reunion for actors Scott Menville and Danica McKellar , who both previously starred in the 1988 series The Wonder Years .

: As a nod to his voice actor, Rhys Darby (who is from New Zealand), Hypno-Potamus makes several out-of-context references to the country. For example, he shouts "Abra-ka-Zealan—" during an illusion and screams "Whanganui!" (a city in New Zealand) upon his defeat.

In the episode (Season 1, Episode 14/15) of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles , a standout feature is the recurring "New Zealand Gag" tied to the character Hypno-Potamus . Key Features & Trivia