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TV Guidance Counselor

Ken Reid
TV Guide
Comedy
David Letterman
Television Culture
90s Television
Friends
The Simpsons
Ahmed Al-Kadri
Fall Preview 1994
A Different World
Living Single
Heroes
That 70's Show
Nineties TV
Eras Of Television
George Lopez
Gilmore Girls
Prison Break
South Park
Sam Brown

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

TV Guide October 31 - November 6, 1987

This week Ken welcomes writer, comedian and artist Mary Houlihan to the show.

Ken and Mary discuss new ways to greet people, how awful the world is, growing up in New Jersey, how New Jersey is actually nice,... more

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December 27, 1980 - January 2, 1981

This week Ken welcomes author, screenwriter, movie maker Eric Miller (ericmillerwrites.com) to the show.

Ken and Eric discuss satellites, the creepy paying with your palm technology at Whole Foods, when Sci-Fi ... more

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October 24-30, 1981

Happy Halloween!

This week Ken welcomes producer/director behind the excellent documentaries "In Search of Darkness", David Weiner.

Ken and David discuss playing Star Trek, TV watching with siblings, the three ages of horror... more

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March 16-22, 1991

This week Ken welcomes comedian Fabrizio Copano.

Ken and Fabrizio discuss Barbara Walters love of TMNT, inappropriate turtle love, Chile, El Chino, Ninjas, Hero Turtles, Peru, Dragon Ball Z, Japanese content, Ramna, why The Simp... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Miller
Author, screenwriter, and filmmaker.
ericmillerwrites.com
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 713: Eric Miller
David Weiner
Producer and director known for documentaries such as In Search of Darkness
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 712: 2025 Halloween Special with David Weiner
Fabrizio Copano
Chilean stand-up comedian living in America, performing in both English and Spanish.
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 711: Fabrizio Copano
Denise Winkelman
Comedian and television special creator
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 710: Denise Winkelman
Zachariah Durr
Cleveland based comedy writer and performer
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 709: Zachariah Durr
Hart Hanson
Creator and executive producer of Bones.
Bones
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 708: Hart Hanson
Bobby Dolan
Comedian and host of the Could Be the Move podcast
Could Be the Move
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 707: Bobby Dolan
Bob Perlow
An innovator in warm-up comedy for TV tapings, authored 'The Warm Up Guy'
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 706: Bob Perlow
Josh Fadem
Comedian and actor, known for his work on Twin Peaks and various comedy shows.
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 705: Josh Fadem

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Ken Reid
Host of TV Guidance Counselor, showcasing a deep knowledge of television history and engaging guests in nostalgic conversations about pop culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 263 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 Statesa year ago
  • The Best

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MGuyerbooks
    United States2 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 States2 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 States2 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 States2 years ago

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Many enjoy the show as a comfort or feel-good podcast during challenging times.
Listeners appreciate various guests with unique perspectives on television history.
Engaging and humorous conversations that provide a sense of nostalgia.
Ken Reid's extensive knowledge makes for an entertaining listening experience.
Some criticisms of audio quality when transitioning to virtual interviews during the pandemic.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 711: Fabrizio Copano
Q: How hard was it for you to do stand-up in English after moving to the US?
Fabrizio explains that it was a challenging transition because he didn't speak English when he moved but after time he found comfort in performing in English.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 694: Joel Thurm
Q: How did you get started in casting?
I started working for David Merrick and had opportunities that led to casting roles in major projects.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 694: Joel Thurm
Q: What are some of the best parts about working as a casting director?
It's about knowing what you're dealing with and understanding how to match actors to roles effectively while also maintaining strong communication with producers and directors.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 686: Chris Cluess
Q: What do you think about writing for shows like Night Court?
Cluess shares insights into character-driven arcs and the challenges of modernizing comedic scripts.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 686: Chris Cluess
Q: How did you get into the SCTV gig?
Cluess explains that they got in through connections after pitching a show that caught attention.

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Engaging with nostalgia, this podcast explores the intricate relationship between television and pop culture by focusing on specific issues of a classic TV guide. Each episode features discussions centered on iconic shows, treasured memories, and cultural reflections, often led by Ken Reid, a Boston comedian renowned for his extensive knowledge of television history. The conversations with guests—comedians, writers, and pop culture experts—bring a layered understanding of how past viewing experiences shape current perspectives on media and entertainment. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, insightful commentary, and a strong sense of sentimentality as they journey through various eras of television.

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Recent guests on TV Guidance Counselor include:

1. Eric Miller
2. David Weiner
3. Fabrizio Copano
4. Denise Winkelman
5. Zachariah Durr
6. Hart Hanson
7. Bobby Dolan
8. Bob Perlow

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