Topic: Dragons Den

2 chapters across the catalog

Media Liescape
Episode 1358 2:23:09 - 2:26:55

1358: Media Liescape

Dragon's Den, Reality TV Manipulation

Original "Dragon" Rachel Elnaugh reveals that the British show Dragon's Den (the precursor to Shark Tank) was highly manipulated through editing. Producers would intentionally trigger the investors to create a "ruthless" persona that did not reflect the actual supportive advice given to entrepreneurs. Mark Burnett is credited with popularizing this "unscripted drama" genre in the U.S.

Enter Colorado
Episode 74 1:10:44 - 1:14:25

74: Enter Colorado

MI6 Torture Allegations, Reggae Reggae Sauce

Allegations have surfaced that MI6 participated in the torture of a British citizen held at Guantanamo Bay. In a lighter segment, the hosts discuss the difference in food formulations across countries, specifically Worcestershire sauce and the "Reggae Reggae Sauce" popularized on the UK show Dragon's Den.