E319 – Primetime - What Would YOU Do?

In this episode, Amber and Scott dive into the dark, sensational world of To Catch a Predator and the film Primetime. They tackle the uncomfortable reality of reality television production, debating whether the show was a public service or simply exploitative ratings bait. The hosts also share a laugh over the absurdity of trying to emulate a professional news anchor's voice using a household tape measure as a makeshift microphone. Some What Would You Dos from the episode: If you were an aspiring actor, would you accept a $5,000-per-episode gig to act as a decoy for a sting operation, even if it meant engaging in graphic, uncomfortable conversations with strangers? If you were Chris Hansen and caught in a compromising situation with the National Enquirer, would you attempt to bribe or leverage your position at NBC to kill the story? If you were a District Attorney who had been exposed for predatory behavior, would you choose to end your life rather than face the inevitable violence of the prison system? The conversation takes a truly ridiculous turn when Amber and Scott attempt to roleplay a scene from the show, resulting in a hilariously failed attempt at voice acting that proves neither of them should be auditioning for a teen decoy role anytime soon. It’s a sobering look at a strange chapter of television history, punctuated by the hosts' inability to keep a straight face while discussing the bizarre logistics of these sting operations.