Go for Donny! with Bobby Silva – Season 2: From Hollywood to Hawaii Politics

In this wild ride of an episode, Donny McGuire welcomes longtime friend and veteran casting producer Bobby Silva to kick off Season 2 of Go for Donny!. Together, they pull back the curtain on the chaos, drama, and gritty reality of behind-the-scenes Hollywood, sharing unbelievable casting stories from hit shows like Squid Game: The Challenge, Love Is Blind, and Party Down South.

But that's not all—Bobby Silva reveals his major career pivot: running for Hawaii State Senate District 25. Discover how years of casting the perfect competition show cast have prepared him to campaign on accountability, transparency, and community leadership back home in Hawaii.

This episode is packed with insider production secrets, hilarious and jaw-dropping anecdotes, and an authentic look at what it takes to survive both Hollywood and politics.

00:00 Bobby's career pivot to politics

05:04 Living on Electric Avenue

07:55 Connecting with People for Stories

11:06 Proud of casting winners

14:02 Finding out a contestant passed

18:25 Importance of casting in shows

21:00 Moving to remote work during COVID

22:59 LA traffic versus working from home

26:56 World adventure race concept

29:37 Reality show participant screening process

33:46 Deciding to run for Senate

36:05 Financial planning for family future

39:48 Neighbor fell for scam link

🎬 Go for Donny! Season 2 is here—don’t miss a beat!

Ready for even more backstage tales and unfiltered fun? Watch Season 2 of Switch to Channel 2—the video companion series—exclusively on YouTube at @gofordonny!

Listen now on RSS.com, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform, and visit gofordonny.com for all episodes, swag, and updates!

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🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨 Check out the latest episode of Go for Donny! featuring the incredible Adam Wilkenfeld—producer, entrepreneur, and founder of Showrilly! If you love behind-the-scenes stories from reality TV, documentaries, and the wild world of news—including tales from CNN and epic live TV mishaps—this episode is for you! 🔥

PLUS, Season 2 of Go for Donny! and Switch to Channel 2 is in full swing! Don't miss exclusive content, more industry secrets, outrageous on-set moments, and guests who keep it real. 📺 Catch every new episode now on our YouTube channel: @gofordonny.

⚽️ Between World Cup Soccer games, why not binge an episode (or three) of Go for Donny! or Switch to Channel 2? It might just be the perfect halftime show!

🌟 EXCITING NEWS: Adam Wilkenfeld launches Showrilly, the revolutionary platform where anyone (yep, even YOU) can upload your show/pitch ideas for discovery by producers, networks, and production companies. If you've ever dreamt of seeing your unscripted show, format, or docu-series on screen, Showrilly is your shot to get noticed, connect, and maybe even get your idea made! I just created my own account and uploaded some show ideas—now’s your chance!

🔗 Explore and pitch your show at: www.showrilly.com

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The chaos is back on Go for Donny! as Donny McGuire welcomes his first-ever returning guest, acclaimed director of photography and news legend Mark Jacobs, for an unforgettable episode packed with wild behind-the-scenes stories from newsrooms, reality TV, and military service.

Ready for more jaw-dropping tales? Mark Jacobs recounts undercover drug busts with Las Vegas police, shares how he broke national stories (including the infamous Lloyd Daniels arrest and the rise of the Nasty Boys), and reveals what it was like filming the birth of reality-TV legends like "Cops." Plus, both Donny McGuire and Mark Jacobs swap hilarious and gritty memories from their time in the Army—toupees, sorority parties, and all!

Don’t miss Donny McGuire's favorite bits from Mark Jacobs's first appearance (catch up if you missed it—it’s a must-listen for fans of Danny Bonaduce, wild production mishaps, and survival stories from the field).

00:00 Filming mishap at federal prison

04:32 Old Vegas news story

06:37 North Las Vegas drug stings

12:15 Riding along on police busts

15:04 Behind the scenes editing process

18:11 Film festival circuit journey

21:29 Exploring NAB as a teenager

25:34 Discussing police frisk procedures

27:41 Using skills from military and journalism

29:42 Working with Tiana Taylor

34:52 Military stories and crazy experiences

37:29 Arriving at basic training

41:06 First female drill sergeant experience

44:32 Weekend trips to Washington, D.C.

45:57 Visiting D.C. and ceremonies

50:32 Wrapping up the discussion

After this episode, switch over to Season 2 of "Switch to Channel 2" for an exclusive deep dive into Mark Jacobs's current projects, industry predictions, and a personal look at the friendships that have shaped his career.

🎧 Available now on RSS.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube. 👕 Grab official merch and bonus content at gofordonnie.com. 👉 Listen to both podcasts for exclusive stories, tips for surviving in film and TV, and inspiration for creators from all walks of life!

Go for Donny! – Where every production story is stranger than fiction. Switch to Channel 2 – Season 2 streaming now, featuring Mark Jacobs like you’ve never heard him before!

Wild Behind-The-Scenes Stories, Top Gear, Truck Night & More!

Welcome to a brand new episode of Go for Donny! In this jam-packed episode, Donny McGuire sits down with legendary TV producer and showrunner Patrick Costello for an unfiltered, hilarious, and action-packed conversation about life behind the scenes of the world’s toughest unscripted television series.

From Top Gear’s wildest car stunts and international adventures (think: drifting Porsches in the snow and heart-stopping moments in Cuba and India) to the adrenaline-pumping chaos of Truck Night in America and Ice Road Truckers, Patrick Costello dives deep into never-before-heard stories and unforgettable production challenges. Find out what it’s really like to dig cars out of ditches, race $20 million supercars, dodge rattlesnakes in Georgia, and work with the military in Afghanistan.

Don’t miss:

• The untold truth about filming Top Gear across the globe
• Surviving historic heat waves and Covid chaos in India during Rennervations
• The insanity of building vehicles for charity with Jeremy Renner
• What really happens on the set of Truck Night in America—from wild builds to hurricane lockdown parties
• Working with the U.S. Army, Girl Scout cookies in Kandahar, and the deadliest roads on Earth
• Favorite and craziest cars ever driven on Top Gear

And make sure to stay tuned for Season 2 of Switch to Channel 2 with Patrick Costello! Get ready for even more exclusive deep dives, outrageous anecdotes, and personal Q&As with Patrick. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss the show within the show, where we break format to ask Patrick the internet’s best questions and learn what makes this unflappable legend tick.

Smash that like button, subscribe, and hit the bell for more epic stories and insider secrets from the world of reality TV! Share your favorite moments and wildest questions for Patrick below.

Go for Donny! Podcast — uncovering what REALLY happens on the other side of the camera. New episodes every week on YouTube and all major podcast platforms!

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Reality TV mayhem, behind-the-scenes hilarity, and untold survival stories—welcome to the wild world of production! In this can't-miss episode of Go for Donny! host Donny McGuire sits down with multi-talented producer and director Rob Gomes, best known for his resourcefulness and legendary set stories from Farmer Wants a Wife Season 2, 90 Day Fiancé, and beyond.

Join Donny McGuire and Rob Gomes as they spill the real-life adventures of wrangling cast, crew, and cows in rural America, dodging surprise drama and diva meltdowns, and problem-solving on the fly when everything goes sideways—think rogue contestants, daring midnight escapades in Nashville, and even geese gone wild on set! You’ll get firsthand accounts on what it’s like to spend six days a week, 12+ hours a day, making TV magic with your “production family,” plus plenty of “war stories” only insiders dare share.

But that’s not all—this episode is your gateway to Season 2 of Switch to Channel 2, featuring more raw, unfiltered conversations with Rob Gomes about his rising YouTube channel "Real Love Rob," dating show secrets, top travel destinations, and run-ins with meddling network executives. Whether you love reality TV, crave behind-the-scenes chaos, or dream of working in production, this episode delivers invaluable insights, laughs, and plenty of shenanigans.

Don’t miss out—hit play now and experience the ultimate reality TV download! Then catch all-new episodes of Switch to Channel 2 with Rob Gomes for even juicier industry stories, dating tips from a pro, and answers to wild fan questions.

Tune in for:

• Hilarious and jaw-dropping production stories fromDonny McGuireandRob Gomes
• Exclusive look at Farmer Wants a Wife, 90 Day Fiancé, and animal-filled sets
• How to maintain positive energy on demanding shoots
• Rob’s new YouTube project "Real Love Rob" (dating advice from a reality TV wingman!)
• The inside scoop on Season 2 of Switch to Channel 2
• Travel tales from Mexico, Belize, the jungles, Nashville, and beyond
• Why you should (or shouldn't!) get into TV production

00:00 "Go for Donny!"

04:55 "Positivity on Set Essentials"

08:50 "Embracing Challenges, Until Overwhelmed"

10:43 "Chaos During Romantic Picnic"

14:42 "Unexpected Vulnerability Challenges"

17:32 Dog Attacks Behind the Camera

19:32 Jungle Survival Reflection

24:52 "Reality TV-Inspired Dating Advice"

28:30 "Switch to Channel Two"

31:30 "Epic On-Set Experiences?"

34:29 River Adventure with Guns

37:04 "Mexican Resorts and Memories"

40:41 "Bar Adventure with Friends"

42:29 "Rob's Stories and Aliens"

Subscribe, share, and stay tuned for more Go For Donny and Switch to Channel 2 episodes!

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The Go for Donny! podcast is BACK and kicking off with a bang! In our Season 2 premiere, Donny sits down with the legendary Tim Healy, veteran producer and creative mind behind some of MTV’s most iconic shows like TRL and The Andy Milonakis Show. Get ready for wild behind-the-scenes stories—think almost brawling with Oasis, Radiohead saving someone’s life, and what REALLY went down at those infamous MTV holiday parties!

But that’s not all… After you catch this explosive episode, head over for Season 2 of Switch to Channel 2—also featuring Tim Healy! We’re taking the conversation even deeper, with never-before-shared stories and industry secrets you won’t hear anywhere else.

PLUS, Donny’s launching a brand-new show this month: GEN-X: We Survived It All—spotlighting the real, raw, and ridiculous adventures of Generation X. Follow for updates and be first to hear the pilot!

🎥 Watch the full episode in HD on YouTube: @GoForDonny 🎙️ Listen on all major podcast platforms 👇 Tag a friend who loves 90s TV, share your favorite MTV moment, and comment what you want to ask Tim Healy in our next Switch to Channel 2!

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Get ready for a hilarious and nostalgic journey behind the scenes of unscripted television! In this brand new episode of Go For Donny!, host Donny McGuire welcomes Emmy-winning producer, director, and creative powerhouse Tim Duffy for an unfiltered conversation about the wild days at MTV Networks, the legendary stories from Spike TV, and Tim’s unexpected pivot into meditation and executive coaching.

🎙️ What’s Inside This Episode:

• The REAL stories from the MTV, Spike TV, and Nickelodeon days
• Wild casting calls, unforgettable office moments, and infamous industry parties
• How Tim and Mike Duffy built their careers and companies—and why Tim walked away from Hollywood at his peak
• The origin story of Bar Rescue with John Taffer—direct from the exec who greenlit it!
• The impact of media giants like MTV compared to today’s YouTube superstars (yes, we asked ChatGPT live!)
• Insider tales of international shoots, PlayBoy Mansion adventures, and “Switching to Channel 2” for the best on-set gossip
• How the media landscape has totally transformed (and what it means for content creators now)

PLUS:
Donny gives you the scoop on where to find exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, merch, and more—AND Tim teases what’s next in his new chapter as a meditation leader and industry change agent.

✨ Don’t miss the companion video podcast!
Watch this episode and more with Go For Donny! and Switch to Channel 2 on our YouTube channel: @gofordonny
Binge playlists, juicy extras, and all the podcast fun in HD!

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Ready for a wild ride behind the scenes of TV, digital content, and some of the strangest productions out there? In this brand-new episode, Donny McGuire welcomes the legendary Rick Pizante—a director and producer who’s turned chaos into content for Apple, Red Bull, the NFL, and countless big-name clients. Buckle up as Donny and Rick swap hilarious, jaw-dropping set stories, from the secretive world of rehearsal.com and its robotic cameras, to dodging paparazzi with Paris Hilton, White House wrap parties, keeping DC’s Secret Service happy, and the time they almost became pioneers of vertical video content (move over, Quibi!).

Whether you’re a production junkie or just love hearing outrageous stories from Hollywood’s backlots, this is a can’t-miss episode! Rick and Donny dig deep into what really happens when the cameras stop rolling—awkward moments, near-misses, celebrity close encounters, military flashbacks, and those “should’ve-made-millions” ideas that were just ahead of their time.

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If you want the REAL stories Hollywood doesn’t want you to hear, this is your insider pass. Click play, hit subscribe, and dive in!

00:00 "Go for Donnie: Storytelling Podcast"

06:30 "Rehearsals.com: Early Music Startup"

08:06 "Untimely Business Failure, Future Success"

12:47 Accents: Quick Adaptation in Nebraska

16:20 Paparazzi Evasion for Voting Actress

18:04 Honor Guard Role at White House

20:33 D.C. Christmas Special at Museum

23:47 Post-9/11 Security Changes in Washington

28:01 Barracks, Stadium, and Changed Streets

32:28 Unclaimed Presidential Photo Opportunity

34:44 Presidents' Candid Moments

38:03 Presidential Convention Encounter Recollection

41:03 Meeting Musical Genius Nile Rogers

45:24 Passport Error Costs and Fines

48:09 "Navigating Customs and Homeland Security"

49:52 "Switch a Channel Two Preview"

52:40 "Go for Donny!"

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Don’t forget to check out Go for Donny! Switch to Channel 2 where we get to ask our guests some more in depth questions that you the listener want answers too.
“Go for Donny!” & “Switch to Channel 2” can be found on all available podcast platforms.
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