Bobby Rivers' M.O.C.H.A.A. Podcast
by M.O.C.H.A.A.
The New York Times hailed Bobby Rivers as "a master interviewer with a gift for banter" on his VH1 celebrity talk show in the late 1980s. Bobby Rivers has been a prime time talk show host, an ABC News movie critic and entertainment news contributor, a syndicated game show host and a Food Network host. Whoopi Goldberg picked him to be on her Premiere Radio weekday morning show in 2006. He's acted in national TV commercials and played a recurring comedy character for The Onion. A longtime SAG-AFTRA union member, he's proud to have been the first African-American to get a talk show on VH1 and also to be one of the few black performers who's been a weekly movie critic and film historian on network TV. On VH1, some of his guests were Kirk Douglas, Norman Mailer, Meryl Streep, Shirley MacLaine, Ben Kingsley, Paul McCartney, Carlos Santana, Omar Sharif, Patrick Swayze, Sally Field, cartoon voiceover legend Mel Blanc and Whoopi Goldberg. Bobby Rivers grew up in South Central L.A., graduated fr
Episodes
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MOCHAA Moment- Possible Racism with Police, Politics, and Trying to have a Career Entertainment
As things heat up in Dallas between the law and people of color, the men of MOCHAA couldn't help but talk about it. It does lead to a more conscious conversation about some of the current state of affairs. It's hard to have these conversations, but somehow, the guys find a little laughter. Sit…
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MOCHAA Moment- Illeana Douglas, Les Moonves & Bobby, Viola Davis, Jim Carrey, and more
In this super packed episode of MOCHAA, Bobby and Keith talk about the latest #MeToo Moment involving Les Moonves and actress/writer/director, Illeana Douglas. Bobby even shares a moment that he even had with Moonves. Along the way, they talk about the recent dust up of Scott Feinberg's comment...
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MOCHAA Moment- A Tale of Two Funerals
The men of MOCHAA could not help but join the country in mourning the loss of both The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, and the great Sen. John McCain. They chat about the difference in sendoffs, as well as, take a look at some of the more political moments within the services. Recorded September…
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MOCHAA Moment- Fall Colors on Turner Classic Movies
As we soon enter into the Fall , it seems that the folks at TCM are going to be adding some extra color to the month. The men of MOCHAA discuss the upcoming Black Experience on Film series for the month. TCM has partnered with the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) to present a...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Ainsley, Meryl, and Me
In this mini episode of MOCHAA, Bobby Rivers remembers a career defining moment that includes Netflix Personality, Ainsley Harriot, and 3x Academy Award© winner, Meryl Streep. Sit back and enjoy a cup of MOCHAA. More on BobbyRivers: http://www.bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com More on Keith Price:...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- RIP Queen of Soul, The Upcoming Changes at The Oscars©
The Men of MOCHAA have returned to talk about the loss of the Queen of Soul, the latest conversation coming from The Academy Awards, and a whole lot more conversation. Recorded 8/18/18 @ The Hangar Studios More on BobbyRivers: http://www.bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com More on Keith Price:...
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MOCHAA MOMENT_ The Wrath Of An Omarosa Scorned
The men of MOCHAA are torn with how they feel about the reality star/Former White House Staffer, Omarosa Manigault Newman, and her latest attention grabbing moment with her tell-all book about her time in the White House. Her earth shattering confirmation about her boss' racist and misogynistic...
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MOCHAA Moment- Who Wants a Mango Mussolini? New Movies (Crazy Rich Asian & Black Klansmen) , Madness in the Morning.
The men of MOCHAA are back. Bobby Rivers and Keith Price are back to dish and talk about some of the latest by 45. There is a request to create a new cocktail. Bobby also takes some time to talk about upcoming films that are bringing new conversations to diversity, and how far black men in "news...
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MOCHAA Moment- Interesting Shows on NETFLIX, Childhood Camping Memories, and More
The Men of MOCHAA are back, and sometimes it takes a few moments to pull it together in the middle of the current news. Bobby and Keith talk about some of their favorite things on Netflix*. Bobby revisits a moment in time that certainly is one of the reasons that the Stage Door Camp was created.…
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MOCHAA Moment- The Emmys, New TV, and POC Value to Arts Review and Criticism
In this episode of MOCHAA, Bobby and Keith talk about the EMMY© Awards, sort of. Bobby makes mention of a new show on TV that is really different. He also brings attention to an LA Times article about the importance People of Color in the world of Film review and Criticism. This sparks some great...
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MOCHAA Moment- Our Country, Journalism, WTF?
The men of MOCHAA return after being away, and surviving the week that Helsinki froze over. Entertainment Journalist, Bobby Rivers, fumes over the treatment of and the lack of respect for the press in these perilous times. He even has a new nickname for the current commander-in-chief. In…
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MOCHAA Moment- Reality TV and The White House, Hello Queer Eye/GoodBye Hap and Leonard, Comparative Film Studies Moment
After the Trump/Kardashian Summit, Bobby has a bit of a breakdown as June continues to bust out all over. He also talks about the latest Queer Eye entrance and the sad exit of Hap And Leonard. He then takes a moment to give a fantastic comparative film moment on Women Empowerment that you will be...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- RACE, ROSEANNE, and KIM CATRALL
The guys have finally returned because the world has gone a bit nuts. Since taking a bit of a break, the world has shifted again, and oddly enough, racism seemed to rear its ugly head AGAIN! Shocker! In the first part of a two part conversation, the guys talk about Race and Roseanne Barr in...
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MOCHAA Moment- Hap and Leonard Finale
The men of MOCHAA, celebrated entertainment Journalist,Bobby Rivers, radio host and theater journalist, Keith Price, return for an overdue conversation about their absolutely favorite new show, Sundance TV's Hap And Leonard. It has been a beacon of great TV, fantastic characters (gay and…
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MOCHAA- Post Academy Awards Wrap Up
The big night has come and gone, and the prizes have been given out. Diversity and women were respected. History has been made, and Bobby and Keith have their takes on Hollywood's Biggest Night. Along the way the way, there are some unexpected laughs, too. Sit back and enjoy a little MOCHAA. More...
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MOCHAA Moment- GYPSY- Patti Lupone- WEST SIDE STORY
Sitting with veteran entertainment journalist Bobby Rivers, is always a fun lesson of TV/Movie history, and when you add comedian/theater journalist, Keith Price, to the conversation, more laughs and knowledge ensue. In this episode of MOCHAA, Bobby and Keith, talk about the iconic stage and film...
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MOCHAA Moment- Barbra Streisand: The Music, The Magic, The Marzipan
While extolling the divine fabulousness of the Barbra Streisand NETFLIX special, Bobby Rivers shares a special moment in his life that included the one and only diva. Barbra Streisand on NETFLIX: https://www.netflix.com/title/80203522 More on BobbyRivers: http://www.bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com On...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- MLK, JR. DAY, WEEKEND INSANITY, and OUR ALWAYS ELOQUENT COMMANDER IN CHIEF
This past Martin Luther King, Jr., weekend proved to be a challenge for Bobby and Keith. Between the insanity of Hawaii, the F-bomb on SNL, and the S-Storm from 45, it proved hard to stay on message with the meaning of the day. Enjoy a little more MOCHAA. Rev King on theTonight Show with Harry...
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MOCHAA Moment- New Year's Eve, New Movies, and More
To start 2018 off correctly, Bobby and Keith take a look at some of the excitement of New Year's Eve entertainment options. Bobby also gives his thoughts on 2 new films, The Shape of Water and Call Me By Your Name. Hope you enjoy a new year with a little more MOCHAA. More on Bobby River:...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Bonus Bite: More Misconduct & What We Can ALL Learn From Barbara Stanwyck
OK, he resists, but it still has to be talked about. The latest guys accused of sexual misconduct: Mario Batali and Tavis Smiley. During his conversation on this subject, yet again, Bobby thinks that there may be something that we can learn about how to handle an aggressive man. Enjoy a little...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Vanna White selling a little house, Matt Lauer's Friend, Jada Pinkett Smith is MAD again, and Shoutout to Robin Roberts,
In an effort to NOT talk about the sex scandals, Bobby does dip into the latest relationship scandal, Robin Roberts side eye comment to Omarosa, and in an answer to the Golden Globes nomination, Bobby and Keith look at Jada Pinkett Smith's ire at the whole situation. Please enjoy a little MOCHAA...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Jordan Peele, GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER, Carol Burnett, ANNIE, and more.
As Bobby Rivers tries to stay away from the continuing avalanche of Sexual Misconduct from politics and show business, he takes a minute to talk about the upcoming wide screening of the classic film, GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER? He also takes a moment to acknowledge the work of Jordan Peele and...
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MOCHAA Moment- Meryl Streep, Kirk Douglas, Newspaper Men, Paper Moon, and yes, More Misconduct
Bobby Rivers tries to make a point to stay away from sexual misconduct, but it keeps dragging him back. At least there are a few other more interesting things happening in film about which to talk. Now to mention Kirk Douglas turns 101. Bobby makes a reference to a classic film in such a way…
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MOCHAA Moment- Some New TV Shows, Blake Shelton, and Memory Lane Moment
In an effort to take a mini break from all of the insanity that Hollywood Sexual Misconduct has had again this week in the news, Bobby has a couple of new TV shows that he wants you to take a moment to watch AND support. He and his producer also take a minute to talk about People's Sexiest Man...
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MOCHAA Moment- More Sexual Misconduct, David Begnaud Carol Burnett, and Rose Marie
In this episode of MOCHAA, Bobby Rivers is still confounded by the continuing saga that is unfolding with the addition of Louis CK to the list of accused perpetrators of sexual misconduct. Both he and his producer discuss some of the collateral damage to others affected by this type of behavior…
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MOCHAA Moment- Special TV LGBT Diversity Thanks and Weinstein's Toxic Masculinity
Bobby Rivers takes some time to chat about the toxic masculinity of people like disgraced movie mogul, Harvey Weinstein. He also takes a few moments to look a little closer at some LGBT diversity on TV. More from Bobby Rivers: http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Continued LGBT Diversity on TV, Will & Grace , Hap &Leonard
Now that Will & Grace has returned to the airwaves, Bobby Rivers, along with his producer, Keith Price, take a minute to not only check in with Episode 2 of the new season, but also makes mention of some new images of LGBT Diversity on shows like Hap & Leonard. More on Bobby RIvers:...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- The Harvey Weinstein Scandal
It's on EVERYBODY's radar. The story that keeps on giving. Bobby Rivers chats about the insanity that is the Harvey Weinstein Scandal along with his producer, Keith Price. More on Bobby Rivers: http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/ Harvey Weinstein Audio:...
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MOCHAA PROMO MOMENT
To give you a few moments with MOCHAA, Bobby Thought you would like to get a taste of some of the shenanigans that manage to slip in the middle of the more serious conversations. Enjoy a genuine MOCHAA moment. More Bobby Rivers http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/
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MOCHAA Moment- George Chakiris, Gentleman Prefer Blondes, and a few other Hello Dolly replacements.
Bobby Rivers sits with his producer, Keith Price, and they talk about the amazing Academy Award Winning actor, George Chakiris, the feel good film, Gentleman Prefer Blondes, and various other moments including who ELSE can play Dolly Levi in the current, Tony Award Winning Best Revival Musical,...
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Christopher Meloni and Oz Reunion
The Paley Center will be having an Oz Reunion, and Bobby Rivers shares his thought on the show and perhaps a group that should be on the reunion list, too. Anyone remember the VH1 VJ's? More Bobby Rivers: http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Reality TV and Classic Movies
Yes, there is a connection and Bobby Rivers has one for you. This is gonna be fun. More Bobby Rivers: http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Meryl Streep is EVERYTHING!!!!
What more can a student, professor, and lover of film, like Bobby Rivers do when he has the honor of spending time with the 3x Academy Award Winning Actress, Meryl Streep??? Guess you will have to tune in to find out what happens. More Bobby Rivers: http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/
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MOCHAA MOMENT- Spartacus, The Merm, and Me
Another adventure down classic movie lane memory lane with Bobby Rivers. In This episode, he recalls his monumental, career changing interview with the movie legend, Kirk Douglas and a moment with Ethel Merman. More Bobby Rivers? Go To http://bobbyriverstv.blogspot.com/
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M.O.C.H.A.A.w/ Bobby Rivers- Episode 1
The New York Times hailed Bobby Rivers as "a master interviewer with a gift for banter" on his VH1 celebrity talk show in the late 1980s. Bobby Rivers has been a prime time talk show host, an ABC News movie critic and entertainment news contributor, a syndicated game show host and a Food Network...
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The New York Times hailed Bobby Rivers as "a master interviewer with a gift for banter" on his VH1 celebrity talk show in the late 1980s. Bobby Rivers has been a prime time talk show host, an ABC News movie critic and entertainment news contributor, a syndicated game show host and a Food Network host. Whoopi Goldberg picked him to be on her Premiere Radio weekday morning show in 2006. He's acted in national TV commercials and played a recurring comedy character for The Onion. A longtime SAG-AFTRA union member, he's proud to have been the first African-American to get a talk show on VH1 and also to be one of the few black performers who's been a weekly movie critic and film historian on network TV. On VH1, some of his guests were Kirk Douglas, Norman Mailer, Meryl Streep, Shirley MacLaine, Ben Kingsley, Paul McCartney, Carlos Santana, Omar Sharif, Patrick Swayze, Sally Field, cartoon voiceover legend Mel Blanc and Whoopi Goldberg. Bobby Rivers grew up in South Central L.A., graduated fr
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