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Executive Producer Steve Berkowitz has been producing unscripted television, documentary series and sports for 20 years. Each episode, Steve interviews some of the most talented people working today in television, film, music, sports, business, medicine, and much more. Listen as he shares fascinating and riveting stories from behind the scenes of your favorite documentaries, reality TV shows, game shows, and true crime docu-series.

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00:54:32

Supper Club's Brian McGinn Talks Chef's Table, Amanda...

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2021/01/24

My guest on this episode of "No Script, No Problem" is BRIAN MCGINN, an Emmy-nominated director, writer, producer, show-runner, and the co-founder of the production company SUPPER CLUB. Brian is best known for directing, writing and producing the powerful NETFLIX documentary "Amanda Knox," executive producing and directing the incredibly stylish Netflix food docu-series "Chef's Table," and executive producing and directing the Netflix legal docu-series "Trial By Media." We get into all these

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00:46:41

Carlos King: A Force to Be Reckoned with in Reality TV

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2021/01/16

If you love female ensemble docu-soaps, this is a great episode to listen to. Executive Producer CARLOS KING, the CEO of Kingdom Reign Entertainment, joins "No Script, No Problem" to talk about his new unscripted series on OWN, "Belle Collective," as well as his other hits like "Love & Marriage: Huntsville" (OWN), "Behind Every Man" (OWN), and "Hollywood Divas" (TV One). Carlos also talks about his emergence as one of then top producers in REALITY TV, his powerful social media presence, the

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00:34:06

Paul DiMeo Talks Extreme Makeover Home Edition,...

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2021/01/01

PAUL DIMEO, a talented and hilarious carpenter and host, who starred for 9 seasons on the Emmy-winning EXTREME MAKEOVER HOME EDITION for ABC and 2 seasons on BUILDING WILD for NAT GEO, joins "No Script, No Problem" to chat about his experience on these 2 dynamic renovation shows and what he takes away from his years building homes, schools and cabins for others. Paul also shares his fond and funny memories of auditioning to be a cast member on Extreme Makeover Home Edition back in the early 2000s

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01:01:37

WE tv's Ashley McFarlin Buie Talks Love After Lockup,...

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2020/12/25

If you're a fan of shows like LOVE AFTER LOCKUP, BRAXTON FAMILY VALUES or GROWING UP HIP HOP, this episode of the "No Script, No Problem" podcast is for you. Ashley McFarlin Buie, the Vice President of Development for WE tv, joins the show to discuss the cable network's growing and diverse slate, which also includes the edgy docu-series, BEYOND THE POLE. Ashley also reflects on how her time as an executive producer on reality TV shows like SOUTHERN CHARM NEW ORLEANS and GIRLS' CRUISE and how that

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00:55:59

Archie Gips Talks McMillions, Wahlburgers,...

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2020/12/19

If you liked the HBO Emmy-nominated documentary series, McMillions, and/or A&E's hit family docu-sitcom Wahlburgers, give this episode of "No Script, No Problem" a listen. Executive Producer ARCHIE GIPS joins NSNP to share some behind the scenes stories from these incredible hits. Gips also breaks down how he and his partners at UNREALISTIC IDEAS - Mark Wahlberg and Stephen Levinson - are dealing with the pandemic and how he handles the stress of running a production company at this difficult time

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00:42:40

HGTV Exec Loren Ruch Talks Finding New Talent,...

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2020/11/29

Despite sagging ratings for many cable and broadcast networks, HGTV is thriving. A VERY BRADY RENOVATION attracted more than 28 million total viewers and averaged a 1.59 live plus three-day rating among P25-54! The series also was nominated for an Emmy! CELEBRITY IOU attracted more than 25.7 million total viewers in its first season! And RENOVATION ISLAND attracted more than 22 million total viewers during its 11-week run. How are they doing it? Well, HGTV Group Senior Vice President of Production &

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01:00:22

The Business of Reality TV with Asylum's Ryann Lauckner

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2020/11/19

Since its inception, REALITY TV has been the "Wild West" of the entertainment industry - not just creatively but also on the business side. And with the streaming wars going full blast amidst a global pandemic, the industry is changing quicker than ever before. RYANN LAUCKNER, the President & Chief Strategy Officer at Asylum Entertainment Group, joined "No Script, No Problem" to chat about these changes and more. We talk about the lasting effects "working from home" may have on the entertainment

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00:41:08

Producer Eric Evangelista Talks TLC's "Return to...

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2020/11/10

Innovative producer and creative executive ERIC EVANGELISTA, the Co-president of Hot Snakes Media, joins "No Script, No Problem" to talk about his company's fascinating new NETFLIX docu-series, "DEAF U" as well as their long-running hit on TLC - "RETURN TO AMISH" (formerly "BREAKING AMISH"). Eric and I also discuss his keys to pitching shows, what it's like running a production company with his wife, Shannon, and the death of QUIBI. Check it out!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and

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00:37:01

The Evolution of the Docu-Soap with Alex Baskin

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2020/10/11

Evolution Media Co-President ALEX BASKIN joins "No Script, No Problem" to talk about some of the company's biggest hits, such as: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Orange County, Vanderpump Rules, Botched, and The Hills: New Beginnings, as well as the keys to making a successful DOCU-SOAP these days. He reveals some of his favorite moments from both of their Housewives series and talks about the process of rebooting MTV's "The Hills."See Privacy Policy at

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00:53:25

Ugly Brother's Tim Duffy Talks Top Elf, Life After...

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2020/10/02

Could you run a company with your sibling? How do you handle stress at work, especially during the pandemic? What's it like working with Santa Claus ? 🎅 🤶 🤷‍♂️👍 I get into these burning topics and much more with TIM DUFFY, the Co-President of UGLY BROTHER STUDIOS and former development executive at Spike (now Paramount Network; soon to be Paramount Movie Network), in this episode of "No Script, No Problem." Our candid, wide-ranging discussion covers everything from how Ugly Bros. is getting back

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00:47:06

Lifetime EVP Gena McCarthy Talks Surviving Jeffrey...

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2020/09/19

In a must-listen-to episode, Gena McCarthy - the EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT and HEAD OF PROGRAMMING for LIFETIME UNSCRIPTED and FYI - joins "No Script, No Problem" to chat about their powerful docu-series, SURVIVING JEFFREY EPSTEIN, and their long-running relationship series, MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT. Gena also teases an exciting new Lifetime project with SARAH JESSICA PARKER, explains what people should be pitching her, and reveals the worst pitch she's ever heard. You don't want to miss that. Trust

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00:46:25

Showrunner Spotlight: Sean Rankine Talks Basketball...

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2020/09/11

Veteran executive producer SEAN RANKINE joins "No Script, No Problem" to chat about the upcoming season of OWN's hit series, "IYANLA: FIX MY LIFE" and share his keys to bringing out the best in talent like Diddy, Shaunie O'Neal, Yolanda Hadid, Iyanla Vanzant and Jermaine Dupri. Sean also details his philosophy on show running, how he balances chaos and story on set, the turning point in his career, and how he tries to keep things positive on his shows. From "Basketball Wives" to "Making the Band" to

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00:51:36

Talking Development with History Channel's Amy Savitsky

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2020/08/26

AMY SAVITSKY, Senior Vice President, Development and Programming at HISTORY CHANNEL, joins "No Script, No Problem" in a riveting discussion about what gets a show a greenlight, what makes a good pitch, why there are so many shows in ALASKA, and what she's looking for as a buyer in the time of a global pandemic. We examine her exciting, unique journey as a creative executive from Discovery Health to Discovery Channel to TLC, A&E and now landing at History at such a pivotal time for our nation. We get

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00:43:06

MTV's "The Challenge" is the Reality Show That Keeps...

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2020/08/19

In an age where TV shows are lucky to get a second season, it's incredible to think that MTV's "THE CHALLENGE" just finished its 35th season with a 36th coming up. Executive Producer JULIE PIZZI, the President of Entertainment and Development at Bunim-Murray Productions, joins "No Script, No Problem" to chat about the keys to success of their long-running hit series, which she has been a part of for 12 seasons. Julie also reveals how "TOTAL BELLAS" and "KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS" are managing

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00:34:15

Arthur Smith Talks Titan Games, Ninja Warrior and 20...

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2020/08/09

Legendary unscripted producer ARTHUR SMITH - the Chairman of A.Smith and Co. and the Chairman of Tinopolis USA - joins "No Script, No Problem" for a wide-ranging discussion, as his company approaches its 20-year-anniversary. We chat about working with DWAYNE JOHNSON on THE TITAN GAMES, AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR'S evolution from Japanese fringe sensation to an American fitness phenomenon, and the genius of GORDON RAMSAY on HELL'S KITCHEN. Arthur also reveals how his company is finding a way to film

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00:43:41

Ri-Karlo Handy Talks Diversity in Hollywood After...

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2020/07/27

Editor, producer, director and CEO of Sunwise Media, RI-KARLO HANDY, joins "NO SCRIPT, NO PROBLEM" to talk about the firestorm of controversy surrounding his Facebook post on June 16th looking for "black union editors" and what's transpired since then, including a renewed push for more diversity and inclusion throughout not just REALITY TV but the ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY as a whole. Also, producer TIFFANY MILLS returns to NSNP, as we discuss TYRA BANKS taking over as host of "DANCING WITH THE STARS"

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00:41:34

Queer Eye and the Magic of the Makeover

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2020/07/17

Showrunner extraordinaire JEN LANE of the NETFLIX smash hit "QUEER EYE" joins "NO SCRIPT, NO PROBLEM" to discuss the keys to the success of the two-time Emmy-winning transformation series, her favorite moments on set and the show's cultural relevance at a time of great division in America. Plus, Jen talks about the chemistry between the FAB 5, the immense amount of work that goes into making the show and how they are handling the pandemic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and

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00:39:54

From True Crime to Renovation to Podcasts, Producer...

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2020/07/01

Super Producer NANCY GLASS joins "No Script, No Problem" to talk about her rise from host and reporter to owning her highly successful Glass Entertainment Group, which has pumped out hits like "The Vet Life," "Pool Kings," "Tanked," "Manson: The Women," "Method of a Serial Killer," "Desert Flippers," "Kemper on Kemper: Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer," "Hit Properties with Nathan Morris," and "Pope: The Most Powerful Man in History." Nancy shares some incredible stories about interviewing Jeffrey

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00:43:51

Race and Reality TV

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2020/06/19

Four of the top producers in REALITY TV join host Steve Berkowitz for a candid discussion about RACE in the unscripted genre and the powerful, dramatic, life-changing events taking place in our country right now. CARLOS KING (Styling Hollywood, The Real Housewives of Atlanta), JODI BASKERVILLE (The Bachelor, The Bachelorette), TIFFANY MILLS (Rhythm and Flow, Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta) and SUN DE GRAAF (Summer House, Vanderpump Rules) each provide tremendous insight and share personal experiences

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01:06:44

Big Brother and the Art of the Reality Competition...

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2020/06/01

Veteran "BIG BROTHER" Co-Executive Producer HEATH LUMAN - one of the top challenge producers in unscripted television - joins "NO SCRIPT, NO PROBLEM" to talk about what makes a great REALITY COMPETITION SERIES and how he and his team pull off such incredible and innovative games on CBS's long running summer smash hit. *Note: This episode was recorded a couple wks ago prior to the protests of the past few weeks.*See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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