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TV Guidance Counselor

Ken Reid
TV Guide
Television
Comedy
The Simpsons
The Jeffersons
Wrestling
Friends
David Letterman
Punk Rock
Reality TV
Sears Wishbooks
Christmas
Nostalgia In Television
Seinfeld
Halloween
Pop Culture
Living Single
Happy Days
21 Jump Street
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Each week Boston Comedian Ken Reid and his guests discuss a specific issue of TV Guide. They debate, consider and discuss the difficult viewing choices of our past.

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Latest Episodes

January 26-February 1, 1980 KY Edition

This week Ken welcomes Seattle comedian and kindred spirit and the man behind the great new comedy special Unreliable (streaming now on YouTube from Blonde Medicine here: www.youtube.com/@DerekSheen666... more

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January 1-7, 2000 New Hampshire Edition

After 12 long years Ken welcomes old friend and fellow Boston comic Dan Boulger back to the show.

Dan will be taping his first full length comedy special on October 11th at Deep Cuts in Medford, MA. You sho... more

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This week we have TWO epsidoes as on this BONUS! Episode of TV Guidance Counselor Ken chats with author of the great new book

Did All My Friends Have Fun At Play? An Oral History of Romper Room

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September 21-28, 2001 Radio Times UK

25 Years to the day, this week Ken welcomes his old friend and fellow Goldsmith's Univerity of London Alum Dr. Jon Shaw to the show to discuss this very week 25 years ago, the week they first met.

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Recent Guests

Derek Sheen
Seattle-based comedian, guest on the episode
Comedian, Unreliable (special)
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 761: Derek Sheen
Dan Boulger
Comic returning guest on the show
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 760: Dan Boulger II
L. Wayne Hicks
Journalist and author of an oral history on Romper Room
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 759: L. Wayne Hicks
Jon Shaw
Old friend, Dr. Jon Shaw, guest on episode
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 758: Dr. Jon Shaw
Ben Pasco
Creator behind Pop Culture Hyperfixations YouTube channel
Pop Culture Hyperfixations
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 757: Ben Pasco
Ryan Staples
Author of Breakfast for Dinner, former stand-up comedian
Independent
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 756: Ryan Staples II
Sally Ann Hall
Comedian, creator of Dead Wife Pretty
Self
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 755: Sally Ann Hall
Jamel Johnson
A comedian who hosts several podcasts including Sorry We Love Football
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 754: Jamel Johnson
April Brucker
Las Vegas-based ventriloquist, author and historian
Ventrioloquism historian and performer
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 753: April Brucker

Host

Ken Reid
Host of TV Guidance Counselor

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 272 ratings
  • Listening once again

    I use to really enjoy this podcast (I was in on this early). I didn't feel Ken was at his best during Covid. But I am back again and Ken is GREAT again!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    manayunk wall
    United States2 years ago
  • The Best

    This is, quite simply, the best podcast out there. ‘Nuff said.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MGuyerbooks
    United States3 years ago
  • Insufferable host

    Tried again - this host is still insufferable. Now triggered by Scott Baio. This host clearly has severe mental illness

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Redstir68
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it!

    Premise is very simple. I love it for the nostalgia I feel remembering, and Ken’s encyclopedic knowledge of all things TV no matter what decade! A++

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SquidEyeball
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    Kenneth W Reid gives guided tours of 20th century pop culture to actors, comedians, and industry insiders. The tv guide device works really well as a jumping off point for related trivia and as a way to tie everything together - it really gives the show a structured tour-like feel. I’ve been introduced to some of my now-favorite tv shows, movies, and bands through listening over the years. The idea of ‘comfort tv’ comes up a lot - for me, this show has become comfort listening. It’s one of th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToddFelt
    United States3 years ago

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Loved the nostalgic Deep Dive and guest perspectives; very quotable moments.
Consistently well-curated guests and engaging format, a standout in TV history podcasts.
Ken's encyclopedic knowledge shines; great for learning little-known facts.
Audio quality and Zoom-era interviews can be variable; some listeners notice the tech effects.
Nostalgia-focused and entertaining for TV buffs.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 759: L. Wayne Hicks
Q: How did the local and national versions of Romper Room interact, and what was the role of the teachers in different markets?
The guest describes how local stations maintained regional hosts and segments while sharing national film inserts, with local teachers adding the personal touch and audience connection that defined the show's appeal across cities.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 759: L. Wayne Hicks
Q: So you were watching this when you were growing up, but why this particular show did you choose to do a ton of work on?
Hicks explains that Romper Room stood out for its innovation, local adaptability, and the way it blended education with entertainment, making it a rich subject for oral history after decades of research and interviews.
TV Guidance Counselor 742: JoAnna Ross
Q: Live via satellite from New York. Joanna, how are you?
Joanna Ross responds that she's doing well and shares a bit about her current projects and energy for the conversation.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 736: Natasha Vaynblat
Q: Did you end up watching the Coming to America sequel, and what did you think of it?
She hadn't seen the sequel and suggested that sequels often struggle to recapture the original magic unless they offer a fresh or different angle, a common sentiment echoed in nostalgia conversations about reboots.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 736: Natasha Vaynblat
Q: What was the first thing you remember watching when you moved to the United States?
Natasha says Eddie Murphy's Coming to America was a pivotal first memory, explaining it felt like the perfect cultural entrance into American humor and storytelling, and it still holds up for her today.

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Frequently Asked Questions About TV Guidance Counselor

What is TV Guidance Counselor about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A nostalgia-driven talk show where the host guides conversations around a specific TV Guide issue or era, weaving in personal memory, cultural context, and behind-the-scenes industry anecdotes. Episodes regularly center on classic shows, iconic hosts, and the evolution of media consumption, often exploring censorship, advertising, and the pre-digital viewing experience. Guests range from actors and comedians to creators and critics, all bringing perspectives on how TV guides and late-20th-century/early-2000s media shaped culture. The format offers deep-dives, witty banter, and rich trivia, making it a compelling listen for anyone who loves television history, pop culture nostalgia, and media context. A notable strength is its structured, to... more

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2. Dan Boulger
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4. Jon Shaw
5. Ben Pasco
6. Ryan Staples
7. Sally Ann Hall
8. Jamel Johnson

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