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This is an old episode of Daytime Justice, the old pod, that is more relevant now with this new format. Also, reality is on a downswing. The only reality show that's water-cooler talk worthy is 90 Day Fiancee. Personally, I am in love with Magic for Humans. Anything Tim and Eric does is brilliant. But I digress! This is a really great conversation with Deborah about the demands made of producers of reality TV shows. So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

This solo episode is about time being UP for perverts. I love it! Bye, Les! We've had enough of these idiot's bullshit.  So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Andy has had an incredible career and he's still got more years ahead of him! Everyone loves Andy and he's great at what he does. He has the BEST stories, especially if you're a fan of talk shows, those dating shows that were everywhere in the early 2000's, and court shows. We still have more to talk about so he'll be back very soon!   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

I'm in the heart of Texas producing comedy specials at Esther's Follies on 6th street. What a joy it has been to be "home" and to have the best time with some amazing comedians who are my friends and colleagues in comedy back in L.A.    So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

One of the fun things about TV Production is you get to go on the road. Sometimes it's torture, sometimes it's great. In this case, it's pretty great. Since I couldn't get anyone on the show to do the podcast (and I explain why in the episode) I went to Lafayette Park and experienced the shit show that is there. I interviewed people and caught a fight between a DTJ impersonator and a Jesus freak. Enjoy!   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

When you book a case on a court show about a hot dog, you're going to be producer of the week! My friend Nyasha found the strangest case and she was able to convince the litigants to have Judge Joe Brown hear their case. We talk about all the craziness we encountered on that show and on Divorce Court. We're both still single. I don't know anyone from DC who is in a healthy relationship OR is married. Not. One. There's a reason. So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

I recorded some stuff on the road and it sounded really crappy. So I just recorded a mini-sode to give you an update on my recent travels and what's to come. I got a nasty flu/infection from some idiot who was coughing without covering his mouth. Moving forward, I'm bringing swine flu masks with me on all flights. I'm miserable.   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

TJ got to work on one of my favorite shows, Dancing With The Stars. All I've ever wanted was to get famous, have my life fall apart, and make my comeback on DWTS. Is that too much to ask? Apparently, it is. TJ's worked on other shows as well. We talk about all of it! This is originally from my old Daytime Justice podcast. It was so good I had to bring it back!   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Amir Talai is a comedian, actor, writer, activist, and he chose our focus for this episode. We talk about money. We wanted to share with you the realities of how hard it is to make money in this business and how one year you can crush it financially, then you have two really bad years. It's a great conversation about a topic that no one likes to talk about. So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Chris Regan is one of the nicest, funniest guys you'll ever meet. He's also got a mantle full of awards! He's currently a writer on Family Guy on Fox but he's done so much more: he wrote a book with William Shatner, wrote on The Daily Show, Lopez Tonight, wrote jokes for Seth MacFarlane when he hosted the Oscars, and more.    So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Traci is a comedian and a TV host and she has a really cool story about how she was able to start getting hosting gigs. I've got mad respect for her hustle. We talk hosting an MTV awards show in Mexico City with Pete Wentz, hosting a hidden camera show for MTV, and her new podcast, Get To The Point, a podcast about saving money using points and rewards programs.  Also, if you haven't become a Patron, this might be the week you want to do it. For the bonus content, she shares a story about an encounter with an A list celebrity that is hilarious and slightly cringeworthy, but mostly hilarious.  So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Lisa is a dear friend of mine and I'm delighted she finally did my podcast. She wrote for Chelsea Handler for a long time and went on to produce other shows for E! She also has done a ton of voice over. Our discussion gets deep when she starts to beat herself up--- I pulled her out of it. Let me know how I did! If you're a Patron, you'll be delighted to know you'll get to hear us talk about the time she asked us to look at her vagina. I also made her tell me about all of the famous guys she had sex with.   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Brad is a comic and we perform together and hang out A LOT. How the hell did I not know that he was a Broadway performer? I don't ask enough questions. But I found out here. He talks about going from NYC comedian to on-camera talent and the adjustment from NYC life to LA life. If you're a Patron, you'll hear the most incredible story about him and Carrie Fisher you'll ever hear in your life. YOUR LIFE.    So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Asterios got his start working on MadTV as a researcher and things went up from there! Then a former creative collaborator and he had a falling out. That guy then sued Asterios for 20mm dollars. It's a crazy story of how things can go bad even among comedians. We also touch on the Hardwick story early in the episode.   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouwannaworkintv.com.  

Alex Hooper was on Season 13 (the one airing right now) of AGT. He chose to do a character and roast the judges and it was very Kaufmanesque. I thought it was genius. Alex talks about what it was like getting booed by 3000 people, having Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Tyra Banks, and Mel B hate him while staying committed to that character, the feelings he had afterwards, and what he thought of what made it to air.  So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com. *If you're a Patron at the $5 level or above or you're considering being one, the bonus content on this episode is absolutely hilarious! 

We're all in shock. Anthony Bourdain was the guy we all looked up to, admired, and wanted to be like. I chased after people who knew him or met him. Luckily, I was able to do two phoners with two people. Rico Gagliano of Dinner Party Download had him on his podcast. And my friend Bill Dawes worked out with him at an MMA studio in NYC. I love what they both had to say about Mr. Bourdain. You will, too. No music cues, no plugs. Just conversations.  www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com

Buzz Chatman is a Creative Director and Preditor (Producer/Editor). He got his start working at MTV News when they still had news and was there when MTV broke the news that Biggie Smalls had been shot. He was also an editor on The Apprentice for 4 seasons and we talk a lot about that. This is one of my favorite episodes! So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

GUYS. Really cool story on how Betsy met Roseanne and the unconventional way she got to be a writer on the original show. The cancelation of this show AND the reason for it affects her because all re-runs were pulled. Writers sometimes survive on money from re-runs. We talk about what it was like working for Roseanne back in the day and what she was like then vs. what she's like now. The difference is STARK, ya'll.  So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.

Aliza Rosen started in news and is now running her own company, developing and producing scripted and unscripted content. Her podcast, The Reality of Reality, is a staple for producers and fans of unscripted TV shows. You will love hearing about her journey and the challenges that face the unscripted world today.   So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com

I know 3 directors who have had heart attacks while on the job. Billy is one of them. While shooting b-roll, he thought something was wrong but didn't realize the severity of it until paramedics were called. He talks with me about what he thinks triggered his heart attack on the 10 year anniversary of the event. So You Think You Wanna Work In TV? is an independently produced podcast. You can support the podcast by being a monthly subscriber at www.patreon.com/wannaworkintv or make a one time donation at www.soyouthinkyouwannaworkintv.com.