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Shark Tank almost didn’t make it!!🫨🤯🤣 #flyonthewall #comedy #shorts

January 16, 202600:50
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When Shark Tank came out, how long did
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it take for that to sort of catch on or
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was it immediate? I can't remember.
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>> Got cancelled three years in a row. The
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story is legendary. Every year it got
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cancelled. Everybody hated us. But
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Willow Bay was married to Iger and she
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was raising kids with Iger and they
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loved the show. So every time he'd come
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home saying, "Ah, we whack those guys on
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Shark Tank." She said, "No, no, no, no,
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no. We're not whacking Shark Tank. Our
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kids like it. Other families like it.
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It's the only thing on TV that doesn't
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have everybody naked screaming about
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sex." And so it became a family hit and
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then the fourth year it just went
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geometric. Poo poo happens. You know,
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>> I'm glad they didn't go into like Shark
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Tank Island where they're all dating.
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>> No, no, we did that. We said it was
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called Beyond the Tank. Right into the
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poop shoot.
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>> That's the first time someone has said
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poop shoot on this podcast. Thank you
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for that. You'd think it would be a lot.
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No one said it yet.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives into the rollercoaster journey of Shark Tank, revealing its rocky start and eventual rise to fame. The guests share a behind-the-scenes look at how the show was nearly canceled multiple times, only to be saved by the unexpected support of Willow Bay, who championed the show at home. With a mix of humor and candid storytelling, they reflect on the show's unique appeal as a family-friendly alternative in a sea of sensational television. The episode is peppered with lighthearted banter, including a memorable mention of 'poop shoot,' making it a delightful listen for fans of the show and newcomers alike.

Badges

This episode stands out for the following:

  • 90
    Funniest
  • 85
    Most satisfying
  • 85
    Most unserious (in a good way)
  • 80
    Most heartwarming

Episode Highlights

  • The Legendary Cancellation Story
    Shark Tank faced cancellation three years in a row, but eventually found its audience.
    “Every year it got cancelled. Everybody hated us.”
    @ 00m 04s
    January 16, 2026
  • The Family Appeal of Shark Tank
    Shark Tank became a family hit thanks to its wholesome content, as noted by Willow Bay.
    “Our kids like it. Other families like it.”
    @ 00m 22s
    January 16, 2026

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Cancellation Saga00:04
  • Family Hit00:26
  • Humorous Moment00:44