From 1952 to 1956 he was host of a children's television show for WBKB entitled "The Happy Pirates". "Pirates" featured Baker's entertainment, "Squawky the Parrot", and old theatrical cartoons. From 1957 to 1962 he was the spokesperson for Riverview Amusement Park. Television commercials for Riverview had Two Ton riding one of the Park Rides and him saying;"Laugh your troubles away at Riverview!". These commercials lasted until the Park closed. After that he managed to get a part in a movie "Mickey One" starring Warren Beatty. This is the only movie he ever acted in. In 1964 he hosted "Corral 26" on WCIU-TV, a Western movie presentation featuring Baker's introductions, guest interviews, singing, and promoting chocolate milk made from Bosco Chocolate Syrup. This show ended in 1966.