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The Back Side of Television Season 3, Episode 5: Soap Conspiracy!
Mitch recalls one of the best worst TV specials that ever existed – the biggest creative gamble for nostalgia, nudity, and audience sanity. Plus, why did all the TV networks end up on trial when they refused to run a news story? A grubby conspiracy of money, incompetence and soap. Watch The Back Side of Television Season 3, Episode 5 Soap Conspiracy! in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of The Back Side of Television Season 3, Episode 5 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Soap Conspiracy!
Mitch recalls one of the best worst TV specials that ever existed – the biggest creative gamble for nostalgia, nudity, and audience sanity. Plus, why did all the TV networks end up on trial when they refused to run a news story? A grubby conspiracy of money, incompetence and soap.