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TV Guidance Counselor

Ken Reid
TV Guide
Comedy
Television
The Simpsons
The Jeffersons
Wrestling
David Letterman
Punk Rock
Reality TV
Friends
Sears Wishbooks
Christmas
Nostalgia In Television
Seinfeld
Halloween
Pop Culture
21 Jump Street
MTV
Happy Days
Living Single

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

June 11-17, 1977

This week Ken welcomes journalist and author Joseph Corey to discuss everything from Grizzley Adams to brothels and back again.

Be sure to buy some of Joe's books

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July 10-16, 1982

This week, returning to the show after TWELVE YEARS, it's old friend, comedian Kelly MacFarland.

Kelly has a great comedy special called "Hot Gnome" that you can stream on YouTube for free right now here:

youtu.be/_TSFu... more

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September 21-26, 1974

This week, Ken welcomes again for the first time (it will make sense when you listen) cartoonist and all around good dude Douglas Arthur to the show to discuss all things 1974 and specifcally get Night Stalker on you.

Be s... more

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March 14-20, 1998

This week Ken welcomes the man behind the excellent design and clothing company Two Crow Collective, Jame McElroy

Buy your PBS is Punk gear here

twocrowcollective.com/collections/pbs-is-punk

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Douglas Arthur
Cartoonist and creator of The Bridge That Eats Trucks
Dougside Syndicate Press
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 744: Douglas Arthur
Jame McElroy
Founder of Two Crow Collective, PBS is Punk licensee
Two Crow Collective
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 743: Jame McElroy
Joanna Ross
Comedian, former Broadway dancer
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor 742: JoAnna Ross
Paul Van Scott
Creator of Retro Rules YouTube channel, specializes in 70s-90s pop culture and memorabilia
Retro Rules
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 741: Paul Van Scott
Brandon Jones
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Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 740: Brandon "Pops" Jones
Troy Walker
Comedian, writer for the Jimmy Kimmel Show
Jimmy Kimmel Live
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 739: Troy Walker
Siri Dahl
Fantastic performer and podcaster
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 738: Siri Dahl
Allan Mott
Creator of Cinema Shame Podcast
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 737: Allan Mott
Natasha Vaynblat
Stand-up comedian, Improver
Episode: TV Guidance Counselor Episode 736: Natasha Vaynblat

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Ken Reid
Host of TV Guidance Counselor

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 268 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 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 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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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.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 730: Michael Des Barres
Q: How do you view the shift from pure live performance to studio-heavy production?
He discusses preferring guitar-bass-drums setups for a raw, authentic sound and the value of simplicity in capturing a musician's true energy.
TV Guidance Counselor Episode 730: Michael Des Barres
Q: What was it like working with legendary artists early in your career?
The guest describes learning from icons, the shock of meeting them, and how those experiences shaped his approach to performance, emphasizing the importance of staying truthful and finding one's own voice.

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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?

Nostalgia-driven discussions center on TV Guide-era programming, advertising, and memory, with episodes weaving personal anecdotes from guests and the host around classic 1970s–1990s television. Conversations orbit beloved shows, commercials, and the broader media landscape of those decades, often anchored by a scholarly yet accessible lens on how television shaped culture. Notable strengths include a well-structured tour through era-specific topics, a mix of entertainers and experts, and a friendly, enthusiastic pace that invites deep cuts into pop culture lore while remaining approachable for casual listeners. The format tends to pair a single issue or theme with guest-driven reminiscence, making it appealing to long-time fans of televisi... more

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Recent guests on TV Guidance Counselor include:

1. Douglas Arthur
2. Jame McElroy
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4. Paul Van Scott
5. Brandon Jones
6. Troy Walker
7. Siri Dahl
8. Allan Mott

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