TV On the Edge: Moments That Shaped Our Culture

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S01E04: Kanye Breaks the Telethon

After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005, Kanye West declared on live television, "George Bush doesn't care about Black people". This viral moment ignited a generation that laid the groundwork for Black Lives Matter.

Overview

Unforgettable TV moments that shaped American culture are explored through insights from those who were there. This series showcases the power of television and the lasting impact these fleeting events continue to have on our lives.

Episodes

S01E01 Dan Quayle vs. Murphy Brown

September 22, 2024 43 min
During the 1992 presidential campaign, Vice President Dan Quayle criticized the show Murphy Brown for its portrayal of single motherhood. The attack ignited a national debate on family values and created the "culture war" playbook.
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S01E02 Oprah and the Daytime Diet Wars

September 29, 2024 43 min
In 1988, Oprah walked on stage in slim size 10 jeans, wheeling 67 pounds of animal fat in a red wagon. The stunt highlighted her weight loss, but also shed light on America's obsession with...
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S01E03 Ellen Comes Out

October 6, 2024 43 min
In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made TV history when her sitcom character came out on primetime, right after she did in real life. The reveal, watched by over 40 million viewers, broke barriers and lit the...
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S01E04 Kanye Breaks the Telethon

October 13, 2024 43 min
After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005, Kanye West declared on live television, "George Bush doesn't care about Black people". This viral moment ignited a generation that laid the groundwork for Black Lives Matter.
Watch Now

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