Here’s math that even Bart Simpson won’t need a chalkboard to figure out: “The Simpsons” is “Gunsmoke.” That’s right: thanks to a new two-year renewal, “The Simpsons” is about to blow past the ancient western as the longest-running primetime series in American television history. And my guest today, “Simpsons” executive producer Al Jean, has... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: Danny! PODCAST INTERVIEW
Danny made it to the final two on Hell’s Kitchen and tonight, it’s just him, Paula, and Chef Gordon Ramsay. Oh, and a few million people watching at home. Including Mr. Media. Joining me is Danny, one of the two final contestants vying to take charge of a new restaurant at the Borgata casino... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: Andrea! PODCAST INTERVIEW
"Hell’s Kitchen" got down to a final two last night and viewers can actually start believing that the cream has risen to the top. Unfortunately, the show is still a competition and somebody has to go. Joining me this morning is Andrea, the 13th contestant to whom Chef Gordon Ramsay has uttered the fateful words:... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: Giovanni! PODCAST INTERVIEW
This is a “Hell’s Kitchen” interview that I didn’t expect to do until the end of this, the show’s fifth season on Fox. Joining me today is Giovanni, the steakhouse chef from Destin, Florida, who looked like he could go all the way with Chef Gordon Ramsay, until a flame out in last night’s... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: Lacey! PODCAST INTERVIEW
If you’ve been watching “Hell’s Kitchen” this season, you had to be scratching your head over the way Chef Lacey managed to avoid elimination week after week. No disrepect to the young lady, but she appeared out of her element from the beginning, both in terms of her cooking skills and her energy level.... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: LA! PODCAST INTERVIEW
We tune in to Fox each Thursday night at 9 p.m. to “Hell’s Kitchen” because it always brings the crazy. Last night was no disappointment as Chef Gordon Ramsay tossed lazy Lacey before the elimination round. Lacey will join me on Mr Media in a special show on Monday, March 30, so let’s focus... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: J! PODCAST INTERVIEW
“Hell’s Kitchen” is must-see TV in Mr. Media’s house and it has been since the first episode of the first season. We’re also hooked on Gordon Ramsay’s “Kitchen Nightmares” and the British versions of his shows, too.. Which is why I look forward to frequently speaking with the latest eliminated chefs on “Hell’s Kitchen,”... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: Colleen! PODCAST INTERVIEW
"Hell’s Kitchen" is not going to be your cup of tea if hearing people yell and scream profanities at the top of their lungs while cooking inedible dishes makes you squirm. But the show, which airs Thursdays at 9 p.m. on Fox, is addictive fun, partly for the presence of Chef Gordon Ramsey, but... Continue Reading →
Hell’s Kitchen Season 5 Exit Interview: Charlie! PODCAST INTERVIEW
Hell’s Kitchen is one of those reality cooking shows that, while you’re watching it, you’re wondering: “What were they thinking?” I love the show and haven’t missed many episodes over its five seasons to date. It’s a total train wreck—and who can’t resist peeking at one of those? Joining me this morning is Charlie,... Continue Reading →
19 Kit Boss takes his Creature Comforts from animation! PODCAST INTERVIEW
BOB ANDELMAN: Kit, welcome to Mr. Media. (2012 UPDATE: Congratulations to Kit Boss, who shared an Emmy nomination for "Outstanding Animated Program" as consulting producer of "Bob's Burgers" on Fox!) The confounding thing about seeing your friends become successful is that while you’re obviously happy for the good things that come their way, a... Continue Reading →