TV Guidance Counselor Podcast

Ken Reid and his guests explore the tough television watching decisions of our past.

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 762: Hay Beacon 10/11/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 762: Hay Beacon March 16, 2026 After a week off in tribute to the late great Petey, we're back with a brand new episode. This week Ken welcomes Hay Beacon, the comedian behind the excellent No Contact Podcast. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/43251478

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 761: Derek Sheen 09/27/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 761: Derek Sheen 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: Derek Sheen to the show to discuss everything from Soap, to dirty things and horror flicks. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/43046973

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 760: Dan Boulger II 09/20/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 760: Dan Boulger II 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 should go. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42954683

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 759: L. Wayne Hicks 09/18/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 759: L. Wayne Hicks 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 /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42954743

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 758: Dr. Jon Shaw 09/13/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 758: Dr. Jon Shaw 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. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42889645

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 757: Ben Pasco 09/06/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 757: Ben Pasco January 2-9, 1999 Boston Edition This week I travel back to 1999 with the man behind the ESSENTIAL YouTube Channel Pop Culture Hyper Fixations, Ben Pasco. Be sure to subscribe to Ben's YouTube page. You must. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42800615

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 756: Ryan Staples II 08/30/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 756: Ryan Staples II August 30-September 5, 1986 Boston Edition This week returning to the show after 12 (!) years Ken welcomes old friend, former stand up and now author Ryan Staples back to the show to talk all things "just a dream..." Buy Ryan's new book of memoir/essays "Breakfast for Dinner" at ryanstaples.com /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42611090

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 755: Sally Ann Hall 08/23/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 755: Sally Ann Hall January 19- 25, 2002 This week Ken welcomes comedian Sally Ann Hall to the show. Ken and Sally Ann discuss everything from purity classes to lusting after Harrison Ford, earring and all. Go to funnysallyann.com and watch her comedy special "Dead Wife Pretty" wherever video is streamed. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42528965

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 754: Jamel Johnson 08/16/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 754: Jamel Johnson August 30 - September 5, 1997 Houston TX Edition This week Ken welcomes comedian (new album "Mid-Range"), podcaster (Sorry We Love Football) and all around great dude Jamel Johnson to the show. Ken and Jamel discuss everything from 90s football to the hot gos on favorite salad dressings. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42452330

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 753: April Brucker 08/09/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 753: April Brucker December 31, 1955 This week Ken welcomes ventriloquist, actor, and author April Brucker to the show. Ken, April and a special guest discuss the history of ventriloquism in America as well as her new, must buy book, 250 Years of American Ventriloquism: How Ventriloquism Influenced American Culture. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42368975

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 752: Salem Nox 08/03/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 752: Salem Nox May 17-23, 2010 This week Ken welcomes Canadian Adult content creator and all around fascinating human Salem Nox to the show to discuss dancing with stars and strict TV rules. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42214225

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 751: Creature from Rebelmatic 07/27/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 751: Creature from Rebelmatic May 8-15, 1993 This week Ken welcomes frontman of the band Rebelmatic, it's Creature. Ken and Creature discuss everything from Arsenio's rise to praying for Mr. Rogers. Be sure to pick up Rebematic's brand new lp Sting the Devil, wherever fine records are streamed, sold or otherwise available. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42214135

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 750: Matt LeGrande 07/19/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 750: Matt LeGrande February 6 - 13, 2005 This week Ken welcomes comedian (Missonary now streaming), and podcaster (On God the Pod) Matt LeGrande to the show to discuss bootlegs and Indonesian LeYaks /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42144765

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 749: Chelsey Weber-Smith 07/12/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 749: Chelsey Weber-Smith February 19-25, 2000 This week I welcome the host of the fabulous history podcast American Hysteria, Chelsey Weber-Smith to discuss everything Buffy and beyond. Find out all about them and their great work on podcasts and beyond at https://www.chelseywebersmith.com /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/42047890

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 748: Bill Carter 07/05/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 748: Bill Carter June 2-9, 1990 This week Ken welcomes local talent done good, author William (Bill) F. Carter to the show to chat Summer 1990. Go buy Bill's book Fire and Wrath! https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0D6CL9B8D?ccs_id=67a9effe-1786-4d30-8394-c4b88878a5b4 /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41968165

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 747: Bláithín de Burca 06/29/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 747: Bláithín de Burca May 2-8, 2004 This week Ken welcomes comedian, producer, Irish language speaker and all around fabulous person Bláithín de Burca to the show. Be sure to follow her on social media @beingbla and subscribe to the Try Channel on YouTube /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41626235

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 746: Joseph Corey 06/22/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 746: Joseph Corey 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 /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41626400

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 745: Kelly MacFarland II 06/15/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 745: Kelly MacFarland II 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: /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41564535

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 744: Douglas Arthur 06/07/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 744: Douglas Arthur 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 sure to check out Doug's cartoon work and his new comic The Bridge that Eats Trucks. You can find out more and buy all things Dougside here https://dougside.square.site/?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv4_a1demo0jswtz6l /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41564435

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 743: Jame McElroy 06/01/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 743: Jame McElroy 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 https://twocrowcollective.com/collections/pbs-is-punk /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41407840

TV Guidance Counselor 742: JoAnna Ross 05/24/2026

TV Guidance Counselor 742: JoAnna Ross September 19, 1998 This week Ken welcomes comedian and former Broadway dancer Joanna Ross to the show to discuss baseball and billion dollar ideas. Be sure to watch JoAnna's latest comedy special HOT 50!, available now on YouTube streaming for FREE here https://youtu.be/KQHcM24R5h8?si=J8oyDP_LbyS3TmCr /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41407645

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 741: Paul Van Scott 05/18/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 741: Paul Van Scott Jan 12-18, 1980 This week Ken welcomes YouTuber (Retro Rules! and pop culture product purveyor (), Paul Van Scott to the show to talk everything from magic to CHiPs /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41239900

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 740: Brandon "Pops" Jones 05/10/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 740: Brandon "Pops" Jones January 14 - 20, 1978 This week Ken welcomes YouTuber and fellow TV Kid Brendon "Pops" Jones of the @Pops YouTube Channel. Subsribe to his channel after you listen to him discuss Love Boat with Ken. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41239800

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 739: Troy Walker 05/04/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 739: Troy Walker September 3-9, 1994 This week I welcome Jimmy Kimmel writer and overall stellar comedian Troy Walker. Be sure to get Troy's album Esquire, wherever comedy albums are streamed or sold. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/41051665

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 738: Siri Dahl 04/27/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 738: Siri Dahl October 21 -28, 2000 This week Ken welcomes adult performer, host of the excellent First Thirst and all around quality human Siri Dahl to the show to discuss everything from poor sleepover viewing choices to the greatness of The Adventures of Pete and Pete /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/40959725

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 737: Allan Mott 04/20/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 737: Allan Mott October 23-29, 1993 /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/40778000

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 736: Natasha Vaynblat 04/13/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 736: Natasha Vaynblat February 15-21, 1992 /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/40777620

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 735: Shawn Marek and Jen Stansfield-Marek 04/06/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 735: Shawn Marek and Jen Stansfield-Marek March 4-11, 1995 /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/40718535

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 734: Rodney Anonymous 03/30/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 734: Rodney Anonymous May 15-21, 1976 This week Ken welcomes Dead Milkman, DJ, raconteur Rodney Anonmyous to the show. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/40487465

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 733: Christian Finnegan II 03/23/2026

TV Guidance Counselor Episode 733: Christian Finnegan II May 20-26, 1978 This week Ken welcomes BACK to the show the excellent comedian and fellow New Englander Christian Finnegan. /episode/index/show/tvguidancecounselor/id/40487325

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