My 9 months or so at "Price" was a fascinating experience that had an unexpected bonus in that it brought me way into the fold at Freemantle. I've known Gaby Johnson since the early 1980s, Syd Vinnedge since 1986, and have been acquaintances with Jeff Mirkin and others for almost as long. But the opportunities to work with Freemantle have been far more frequent since "Price". Similarly, I first met Andy Felsher years ago, but it was not until he saw me do warm-up and announce at "Price" that he asked me to be part of his TPiR-LIVE team.
And while on the subject, the challenges of handling the quantity of copy at TPiR, all live, synching with the on-stage reveals, and being prepared to respond to any curve ball ("Does that telephone have a cord?" and "Where is that group wearing the yellow shirts from, Randy?") kicked it all up a notch for me.
And finally, while before I worked the show, Rod gave me the gift of some very valuable advice and insight into the work during our last lengthy conversation. All combined, it has been the most significant chapter in my professional life. So thanks again, Roger. ;-)
Randy
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