Games, Gab & Gossip

Listen to Lou’s conversation with Kathryn Sermak. Kathryn worked for King World Productions in Los Angeles and New York. She helped Michael King, Ernie DeMassa, Paul Gilbert and many others including Rolonda Watts and her talk show. Kathryn’s written a book about her experiences as the personal assistant to Bette Davis. She was with the legendary Movie Star through her late career renaissance, her recovery from a debilitating stroke, a humiliating public betrayal and was bedside at the star’s death. Kathryn’s book is called MISS D & ME – it’s a fascinating read and she has many stories to tell.Kathryn Sermak makes frequent apparences in support of her book MISS D & ME. If you have the chance to catch up with Kathryn in person, don’t miss it. She has an infectious energy that is very appealing. You can check out her schedule or buy the book at her website:missdandme.com

Listen to Lou’s conversation with Super Agent Mark Itkin. Mark was Co-Worldwide head of programming for William Morris Endeavor where he packaged some of the biggest hits in syndication including PEOPLE’S COURT, AMERICAN GLADIATORS, talk shows with Ricky Lake and Vicki Lawrence, game shows with Merv Griffin and he was even Jerry Springer’s agent at one time. Mark was the architect behind some of the greatest deals in Syndicated Television. Mark is very involved with the Aids Monument project in West Hollywood, California. Their fund raising efforts continue. If you want to learn more, please check out their website:aidsmonument.org

Check out Lou’s conversation with two seasoned news producers, Linda Ellman and Barry Berk. They worked together at NBC Nightly News and Entertainment Tonight. Linda went on to Hard Copy, Speaking of Woman’s Health, The Rob Nelson talk show and Intimate Portraits for Lifetime. Barry helped start Access Hollywood then co-founded the successful events company BBDR Pacific where he Executive Produces Charity Events and Business Conferences. They’ve both had adventures in news gathering and that’s what we are talking about in this episode. They shared stories about triumphs and tragedies, life on the road and the competition to deliver the best stories to viewers every day.

Listen to Lou’s conversation with Executive Producer Susan Winston. In her mid-20’s, Susan was put in charge of Good Morning America where, as a young Executive Producer, she turned that show into a ratings powerhouse and a cash machine just when ABC really needed the money. Susan produced innovative Olympic coverage, worked with Woody Fraiser and created The Other Half with Dick Clark, Danny Bonaduce and Mario Lopez. Now she is a Psychotherapist with a thriving practice.

Bill Carroll, Broadcasting Guru, TV Show Hit-maker and trusted Local Station expert is interviewed by Lou Dennig. Want to know what makes a show a hit? Bill Carroll knows the answer and he shares his insight on this episode.

Meet the man who put Judge Judy, Moesha & The Parkers on TV. Larry Lyttle was the President of Big Ticket Television and through his company launched some of the biggest hits in the history of TV Syndication - Judge Joe Brown - Night Stand with Dick Dietrick all in addition to the cultural icon that is JUDGE JUDY.

Rolonda Watts the Talk Show Host, Novelist, Actor and Comedian is Interviewed by Lou Dennig.

Games, Gab & Gossip explores the exciting world of TV Syndication with your host Lou Dennig.