Overview

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.

Network

• ABC

Seasons & Episodes

Cast

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  John Henson

  Self

  3 eps

• 

  Montel Williams

  Self

  3 eps

• 

  Leeza Gibbons

  Self

  3 eps

• 

  Sally Jessy Raphael

  Self

  3 eps

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