May 12, 2025
From QVC icons to comedy greats, a surprising number of stars in the TV shopping world—and beyond—have roots in the Land of 10,000 Lakes. In this episode, host Shawn Wilsie dives into the mystery: What is it about Minnesota that produces so much on-air talent?
Joining him is Tom Oszman, media historian and founder...
Apr 28, 2025
Buckle up for Part Two of our conversation with the always entertaining Steve Sedahl! This episode dives into the wild world of two lesser-known TV shopping networks Steve worked at — stories you definitely haven’t heard before. Then, we get into what everyone’s been waiting for: how Steve landed a role on Comedy...
Apr 14, 2025
Everyone knows QVC and HSN, but back in the late 1980s, the dominant name in the world of TV shopping was the Cable Value Network—better known as CVN. On this episode, we rewind to 1986 and sit down with original CVN host Steve Sedahl.
Best known to some as “Chopper” from the cult comedy series Let’s Bowl, Steve...
Mar 31, 2025
Breaking News: QVC/HSN has just announced that 900 employees are being let go as part of a major downsizing.
So, how is ShopHQ still thriving and staying ahead in the game?
Plus, we’re honoring the legacy of an infomercial icon, who we recently lost.
Mar 18, 2025
The latest annual results for QVC/HSN are in, and let's just say they're not looking pretty—that's the shocking first chapter of today's podcast. But don't worry, we’ve got something special in store after that! The legendary Bob Circosta returns to the show for an unforgettable walk down memory lane, reflecting on...