Confessions of a Tabloid Bad Boy: William Keck Tells All

William Keck, Emmy-nominated TV producer and self-proclaimed "tabloid bad boy," joins to discuss his latest book, When You Step Upon a Star: Cringe-Worthy Confessions of a Tabloid Bad Boy . In this candid and humor-laden conversation, William shares outrageous behind-the-scenes stories from his time at the National Enquirer and as an entertainment journalist. From his questionable methods of breaking news to surprising friendships with Hollywood icons, William reflects on his career's ups, downs, and everything in between. With confessions ranging from awkward celebrity encounters to personal revelations, William's journey offers a compelling mix of comedy, scandal, and self-reflection. Episode Highlights: Tabloid Tricks & Redemption: William opens up about his most scandalous scoops, including crashing John Candy's funeral and other eyebrow-raising exploits during his time at the National Enquirer . Celebrity Showdowns: Stories about bold confrontations with Lindsay Wagner, Ellen DeGeneres, and Kelsey Grammer—and how they turned out (spoiler: they weren't all bad!). Hollywood Icons Remembered: Heartwarming tales of his relationships with legends like Phyllis Diller and Robin Williams, including a hilarious wardrobe malfunction involving Robin's iconic "Mork" suspenders. Behind-the-Scenes Drama: A peek into the chaos of producing cast reunions for Gilligan's Island , Soap , and The Brady Bunch , and how these nostalgic gatherings brought joy to beloved stars and fans alike. A Life Reassessed: William discusses his journey from a celebrity "hunter" to a more self-aware storyteller, showing that even a "tabloid bad boy" can evolve. You're going to love my conversation with William Keck IMDB When You Step Upon A Star (William's Book) Instagram Twitter Facebook Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host): Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter Podcast website Podcast on Instagram Join my mailing list Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!) Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show Ways to support the show: Buy me a coffee (support the show) TeePublic Store: Classic Conversations merch and more! Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop.