Documentary series · ABC
Dirty Talk: When Daytime Talk Shows Ruled TV
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Dirty Talk: When Daytime Talk Shows Ruled TV reads strongest on Character Depth, Bingeability and Emotional Weight.
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What it's about
A look back at the rise, fall and lasting impact of the most sensational era in TV talk show history. By exploring the psychological forces that shaped the talk TV genre, the series reveals how these shows transformed from trusted confessional spaces into lightning rods of controversy, leaving a lasting impact on culture, media and the people caught in the chaos.
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