Switch to Channel 2 audio podcast with Rick "RAP" Pizante

Switch to Channel 2

Get ready to Switch to Channel 2—In this episode, host Donny McGuire sits down with renowned TV producer Rick Pizante for a wild, behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment industry! Whether you’re a TV fanatic, aspiring producer, or just love a good Hollywood story, this episode is packed with gems you can't miss.

🔑 In This Episode:

• Rick shares jaw-dropping tales from legendary sets like the Oscars, the Emmys, and The Voice.
• Hear how he navigated high-stakes moments—like anthrax scares at the Emmys and nail-biting security issues on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.
• Dive into Rick’s hilarious and sometimes bizarre runner stories (ever delivered a penile implant to Flip Wilson? Rick has!)
• Uncover the secrets of live TV, assembling top-notch production teams, and what it really means to be a leader behind the camera.
• Donny and Rick riff on the challenges of the creative vs. production sides of television, with candid talk on management, work ethic, and REAL Hollywood problem-solving.
• Plus, the most outrageous props and wildest on-set moments—think alligators, parade floats, and so much more!

00:00 "Switch to Channel 2 Explained"

04:10 First Emmys Amid Personal Struggles

07:35 Emergency Decisions During Live Show

11:55 "Morning Visit's Unexpected Discovery"

15:35 Marlon Brando's Lost Checks Drama

19:03 "Scantily Dressed Encounters"

20:32 Busy Launch of Three Shows

24:07 "Organizing The Voice's Rose Parade"

26:57 Unexpected Praise from Executives

30:36 Creative Challenges: A Divided Perspective

33:13 "Go for Donnie Channels Promo"

✅ Why Listen? This episode is pure gold for anyone interested in TV production, creative leadership, or who just wants killer insider stories that you won’t hear anywhere else.

📺 Watch the Action:
Don’t forget to catch the full video episode and more exclusive content on YouTube at @gofordonny! See behind-the-scenes footage and dive deeper into several episodes of both Go for Donny! and Switch to Channel 2.

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If you love untold Hollywood stories, tune in NOW to Switch to Channel 2 with Rick Pizante and get inspired, entertained, and—even better—in the know. Don’t forget to hit subscribe and drop a comment over on YouTube!

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