About this podcast
The podcast about DRTV, marketing on television/internet, tv shopping networks, infomercials and commercials, hosted by 30 year veteran of the television shopping industry, Shawn Wilsie.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 100 episodes
- The QVC bankruptcy saga rolls on... · 21 min · Season 5 Episode 9The QVC bankruptcy saga rolls on — but this time, the end may finally be in sight. In this episode, we dive into the latest twists in the bankruptcy proceedings, uncover who's…
- QVC files for bankruptcy, and rembering Paul Kelley · 20 min · Season 5 Episode 8It's official, QVC has filed for bankruptcy. On this episode a full explanation of what bankruptcy means for now, and for the future of QVC and HSN. Plus, remembering Paul Kelley.
- QVC bankruptcy coming? and honoring one of the industry greats · 19 min · Season 5 Episode 7QVC was expected to release its fiscal year 2025 numbers by now—but continued delays are raising serious questions, with some speculating that bankruptcy could be on the horizon…
- Shopping goes from TV to online and apps · 33 min · Season 5 Episode 6For decades, TV shopping networks ruled the airwaves—turning late-night channel surfing into billion-dollar sales. But today, many are asking: Is TV shopping dying? In this…
- Bankruptcy a real possibility for QVC · 35 min · Season 5 Episode 5The headlines are buzzing — QVC may be facing bankruptcy, and the future of America's most iconic shopping networks hangs in the balance. What went wrong, and what comes next for…
- The year 2025, a TV shopping industry year in review · 20 min · Season 5 Episode 4As 2025 winds down, we're rolling back the clock on one of the wildest years the television shopping world has seen. From headline-making shakeups to unexpected triumphs, QVC…
- Deep dive into the history of CVN - Cable Value Network · 20 min · Season 5 Episode 2On this edition of Are We On The Air?© We're taking a deep dive into one of television's great forgotten stories — the rise and fall of the Cable Value Network. For three short…
- Isomers moves to HSN · 27 min · Season 5 Episode 3On this episode, the always-inspiring Manuela Marcheggiani by to share the inside scoop on her next big adventure — taking her legendary Isomers brand to a brand-new home, HSN!…
- ShopHQ is back, and HSN changes · 24 min · Season 5 Episode 1It's official — Season 5 of Are We On The Air?© is underway. In this episode, we dive into two fascinating developments shaking up the home shopping world. First: what's really…
- But Wait, there's more! with Joey Mazzant · 36 min · Season 4 Episode 14Special Edition Alert! Buckle up for a wild ride on this episode of "Are We On The Air?©" as Shawn sits down with the one and only Joey Mazzant—social media wizard, Orlando…
- Part II of A closer look at QVC with two of it's founders · 30 min · Season 4 Episode 12In this can't-miss Part 2 of our deep dive into QVC history and its future, we're back with Marv Segel—son of QVC founder Joseph Segel—and the legendary original host Paul…
- A closer look at QVC with two of it's founders · 37 min · Season 4 Episode 12In this episode, the drama behind the glittering screens of QVC takes center stage. Your host, the always insightful Shawn Wilsie, is joined by two heavyweights from the world of…
- Why is Minnesota such a great home for talent? · 39 min · Season 4 Episode 11From 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…
- It's over for ShopHQ and Steve Sedahl from "Let's Bowl" · 39 min · Season 4 Episode 10Buckle 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…
- Steve Sedahl from CVN, ShopNBC and "Let's Bowl" fame · 30 min · Season 4 Episode 9Everyone 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…
- QVC/HSN layoffs announced · 20 min · Season 4 Episode 8Breaking 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…
- QVC/HSN yearly results and more conversation with Bob Circosta · 25 min · Season 4 Episode 7The 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…
- Looking back at HSN with Bob Circosta · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 6Get ready for a blast from the past as we welcome Bob Circosta, the original HSN host (Home Shopping Club), to the podcast! With the iconic home of HSN in Tampa/St. Petersburg…
- Rising star Aaron Kessler joins the podcast · 15 min · Season 4 Episode 5In part two of our exclusive interview with Aaron Kessler—dubbed "the future of the TV shopping industry"—he opens up to Shawn about his childhood and the experiences that shaped…
- HSN operations moving and Aaron Kessler from ShopHQ joins the show · 29 min · Season 4 Episode 4Qurate Retail Group, the powerhouse behind both QVC and HSN, has made a bold move: they're shutting down the iconic HSN campus, which has been the heart of home shopping for…
