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Before binging, there was cable. Welcome to Basic!, the official podcast bringing you the unofficial history of cable TV. Go behind the scenes of a glorious time in pop culture, when shows like MTV’s ‘The Real World,’ ESPN’s ‘SportsCenter’ and AMC’s ‘Breaking Bad’ made basic cable a must-have for every American home. With the help of guests like Jimmy Kimmel, Cindy Crawford and Amy Schumer, hosts ... more

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John Mulaney joins us for a "wide-ranging conversation," including his first job answering phones in Doug's office, the reason behind his trademark suit, and his current fascination with the Van Halen brothers. We also talk ‘SNL’ and Stefon, fatherho... more

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Eric André teaches us the art of pulling the perfect prank, the perils of doing his own stunts, and reveals the weirdest note he ever got from Adult Swim’s Standards and Practices department. more

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We enjoy a Moment of Zen with Trevor Noah this week when he joins us to discuss his journey from Johannesburg to ‘The Daily Show,’ and his decision to ultimately leave the series. more

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Padma Lakshmi stops by to see what's cooking on the podcast this week, talking 20 years of 'Top Chef,' her love of indigenous cuisine, and changing the world through food. more

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Great chat show with industry veterans talking inside baseball with well-known guests, their experiences with television in their youth, and their favorite shows.

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    Darthpnos
    a year ago
  • Cable’s golden era through the eyes of the people who made it

    Stumbled on this show after John Mulaney promo’d his appearance and completely fell down the rabbit hole. As an elder millennial, these guests completely fall in the cultural sweet spot of my childhood/early adulthood. As good as the guests are, I’d listen to a show with just Doug if only to hear all the stories he has about his role in shaping cable programming and culture over the years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NorCalWahoo
    United Statesa year ago
  • So many cool guests

    Doug and Jen do a wonderful job of bringing a wide arrange of guests discussing so many wonderful stories. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesse W Jackson
    United Statesa year ago
  • Anything but basic

    Love this podcast and love having Doug Herzog in my head. Insightful and filled unmatched anecdotes. And delightfully funny. If you love TV, you will love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fjfbhwidcj
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pauly Shore!!!!

    Loved the Pauly Shore interview!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllieMoore1212
    United Statesa year ago

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