TV Hits That Really Weren't. Ratings Myths of Classic TV

from Don't Touch That Dial · host Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

Send us Fan MailJody's mystery topic explores classic TV shows that felt like hits but struggled in the ratings. The guys revisit favorites like Mork & Mindy, Taxi, WKRP in Cincinnati, Welcome Back, Kotter, Soap, and more, uncovering surprising Nielsen history, behind-the-scenes trivia, and laughs about the shows we all thought everyone was watching. Support the show

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Send us Fan Mail Jody's mystery topic explores classic TV shows that felt like hits but struggled in the ratings. The guys revisit favorites like Mork & Mindy, Taxi, WKRP in Cincinnati, Welcome Back, Kotter, Soap, and more, uncovering surprising Nielsen history, behind-the-scenes trivia, and laughs about the shows we all thought everyone was watching. Support the show

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