Ed Robertson
Ed Robertson
Ed Robertson Freelance Author, Journalist, Ghostwriter, Media Personality

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San Francisco Bay Area, California
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    Ed Robertson's Interests
MusicThe Moody Blues, Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, Michael Nesmith, Roy Orbison, Eric Clapton, Mike Post, others
TelevisionDETECTIVE SHOWS

The Rockford Files, Harry O, Spenser: For Hire, the Spenser movies with Joe Mantegna, Columbo (original NBC series), Charlie's Angels (first two seasons), others

DRAMAS

Lost (first season), The Sopranos, Six Feet Under, Dallas, Sports Night, House, Love Monkey, The Fugitive (both original and remake), Centennial, others

SCI-FI/FANTASY

Batman (Adam West), Star Trek (original series), The Twilight Zone, others

COMEDY

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, The Colbert Report, Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Bewitched (Dick Sargent episodes), M*A*S*H (first five seasons), The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Bob Newhart Show, too many more to mention

NEWS/TALK

Larry King Live, Anderson Cooper 360, Late Show with David Letterman, Real Time with Bill Maher, others
BooksFICTION

Classic -- Henry Fielding, Daniel Defoe, Lawrence Sterne, John Bunyan, John Milton, Samuel Richardson, others

Contemporary -- J.D. Salinger, Frederick Exley, Sol Stein, Robert B. Parker, Roy Huggins, Stephen J. Cannell, Lee Goldberg, others

NONFICTION

Television -- Mark Dawidziak, Marc Scott Zicree, Herbie J Pilato, Ric Meyers, Bob Thompson, Sylvia Stoddard, others

Political -- Chris Matthews, Will Durst, Ronn Owens, others

Investigative -- Truman Capote, Dominick Dunne, Bob Woodward, others
Groups: AuthorsFilm Noirtv detective's 'r' us. . . action!CLASSIC TVJames Garner FansClassic FilmTalk Show Hosts of My Space

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     Ed Robertson's Details
Status:Married
Here for:Networking
Orientation:Straight
Zodiac Sign:Pisces
Education:College graduate
Occupation:Writer, editor, journalist, media personality

   Ed Robertson's Schools
Saint Marys College Of California
Moraga, CA
Graduated: 1987
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: English and Drama
 

1982 to 1987

   Ed Robertson's Networking
Publishing - Writer - Journalist
Member: Authors Guild, American Society of Journalists and Authors, Editorial Freelancers Association, Bay Area Editors Forum
Television - Journalism - Editor
I've written books on the TV careers of James Garner and David Janssen; I also contribute to such publications as The Wave, Media Life and Bell TV Magazine
Radio - Talent - Other
Writer/host on Share-a-Vision Radio; Regular contributor to two major market radio shows; voice-over talent



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   Ed Robertson's Blurbs
About me:
I am a versatile, reliable author, editor, journalist and ghostwriter who specializes in pop culture, entertainment and media. I've had six books published, including including two on the television career of James Garner: Maverick: Legend of the West, a history of Garner's classic Western from the 1950s, and Thirty Years of The Rockford Files, a behind-the-scenes look at Jim's other landmark series, The Rockford Files. I am also co-host, along with Frankie Montiforte, of TV Confidential, a bi-weekly radio program that takes listeners behind the scenes of all aspects of television.

In addition, I work with publishers, agents, authors, and experts from many fields as a ghostwriter, book doctor, collaborator and editor. While pop culture is my forte as a solo writer, I cover a wide range of genres as a collaborator, including memoirs, biography, history, politics, business, leadership and achievement, investigative journalism, self-help and personal growth. My previous collaborations include
VOICE OF REASON by National Radio Hall of Fame nominee Ronn Owens; THE ETHICS OF STAR TREK, an engaging blend of pop culture, classic philosophy, and Star Trek ideology that I co-authored with Indiana State University professor Judith Barad; and KEEP ON KEEPING ON, a memoir that I co-wrote with Jean Davis. In addition, my work appears in such titles as the New York Times best-selling anthology CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE WRITER's SOUL, as well as other publications and media venues throughout the U.S., U.K. and Canada.  I've also appeared as a speaker and panelist on topics related to writing and publishing, including presentations before the Bay Area Editors Forum, American River College, and Northern California Writers and Artists. 

I am a regular guest on
The Ronn Owens Program (Northern California's No. 1-rated radio show), where I am known as "Doctor Rerun," and have also appeared on nearly 200 radio and TV programs as an expert on television, including E! News Daily, CNN Showbiz Today, BBC Radio, Voice of America Radio and Entertainment Tonight. In addition, I have consulted on and provided onscreen commentary for several TV documentaries, including
”Hollywood Maverick,” an hour-long profile of James Garner that airs regularly on the Biography Channel; "Who Shot J.R.: The Dallas Phenomenon," a 30-minute feature produced by Warner Bros. exclusively for Dallas: The Complete Third Season DVD Collection, and "Time's Up," a segment on ageism in Hollywood, produced by E! Entertainment Television for The High Price of Fame.

www.edrobertson.com
www.doctorrerun.com
www.tvconfidential.net
blog.tvconfidential.net
edsweb.wordpress.com

 

    
UPCOMING APPEARANCES

 


Date and Time
 

Venue
 

Location
 
     
Sept. 21, 2009
10:00pm ET
7:00pm PT

encore presentation
Sept. 22, 2009
11:00pm ET
8:00pm PT
 
TV CONFIDENTIAL
with Ed Robertson
and Frankie Montiforte

Topic:
TV Theme Songs
with guest Jon Burlingame
 
Share-a-Vision Radio:
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(click Listen Live
to hear the show)

Also available as a podcast
through iTunes

 

 


Recent Programs
 

 

 
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Who I'd like to meet:
Television watchers in general (which shows are your favorites, be they current or classic, and why); television writers; television critics; television professionals; fans of crime and detective fiction (be it mystery novels or shows like The Rockford Files or C.S.I.); mystery and/or true crime writers; book publishers, book packagers, literary agents, or anyone else seeking writing or editorial assistance; radio broadcasters and podcasters; production companies and/or talent agencies seeking expert research, liner notes preparation, or video/audio commentary for DVD and other projects


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Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Nov 6 2009 12:08 AM

Stopping by to say HI!!!

Wish you were here...would love to meet you;)



I wish you continued success in all you do.

Goodnight now and may God bless


Brian Hoffman~Red Skelton Impersonator.
Jason

Jason Barr



Nov 2 2009 10:05 PM

Please enjoy this short PROP 8 documentary by one of my PHANTASMEDIA friends that was recently updated for the impending Maine election…

…and be sure to stop by www.myspace.com/phantasmedia for more great videos!

Magnum Farce

Magnum Farce



Oct 29 2009 6:34 PM



Los Angeles Comedy Festival hosts

Magnum Farce: A Shot in the Park.. - The CG animated spoof of Dirty Harry films
WHEN: Mon. Nov. 16, 7:30pm
WHERE:
ACME Comedy Theatre
135 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
( Google Map )
HOW MUCH:
$10 ( + $1.50 service charge ) online
$12 at the door ( if not sold out )
PURCHASE AT: www.LAComedyfest.com
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Oct 16 2009 8:05 PM


I want to thank you for allowing me as Red Skelton to be a part of your myspace life.

Fall is here and the holidays are approaching. They can be stressful so I'm giving you a gift of laughter.

If by chance you are in Las Vegas or plan on visiting us this season, I would be honored to meet you.

I perform every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday night 9pm inside the Royal Resort Hotel showroom located 99 Convention Center Drive (basically corner of Las Vegas Blvd and Convention Center Drive)

The name of the show is Larry G Jones ~Man of 1002 Voices Show.

I'm the opening act as Red Skelton.
If you get the chance please stop by and say HI.
If you want to see the show here is a discount code for you.





I wish you continued success in all you do.

"Goodnight now and may God bless"


Brian Hoffman~Red Skelton Impersonator.
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Sep 28 2009 7:13 PM

Just stopping by to give you a massage


I hope your weekend is a fun one!

Enjoy it before it is gone;)

I wish you continued success in all you do.

Goodnight now and may God bless.

Brian Hoffman~Red Skelton Impersonator

p.s. Are you planning to visit the Las Vegas Strip??!...If so, I hope you come see me ;)


RED SKELTON
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Sep 7 2009 6:17 PM

Just stopping by to wave "Happy Labor Day"

I hope your Labor Day is terrific!
I wish you continued success in all you do.
Goodnight now and may God bless.
Brian Hoffman~Red Skelton Impersonator
p.s. If you are in Las Vegas, I hope you come see me ;)
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Aug 17 2009 6:19 AM

Have you heard this one??!!

May your day be filled with happiness

"Goodbye for now and may God bless"
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Aug 7 2009 5:09 PM

JUST STOPPING BY TO SAY

HI and SHOW SOME LOVE




NEED A GOOD LAUGH?...SURE YOU DO:)




Goodbye for now and may God bless.
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Jul 11 2009 5:31 PM

Just stopping by to say HI!
Sure is getting HOT in Las Vegas.
When you get a chance, check out the “COOLEST SHOW IN TOWN”



We have a blast every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.



Larry G Jones was just named 'Entertainer of the Year' in Las Vegas.
We have a 'COOL DEAL' for you.
Get General Admission and VIP preferred seating tickets at half price by using discount code MYSPACE (all Caps)
Visit http://www.LasVegasActs.com/showvideos.html to see VIDEOS!
Click on TICKETS to reserve seats for the show;)
Next time you are in the neighborhood, check out the funniest show in Las Vegas!

I wish you continued success in all you do.

"Goodnight now and may God bless"
Brian Hoffman~Red Skelton Impersonator
Bill

Bill Weir



Jul 4 2009 9:29 AM

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Bill

Bill Weir



Jul 1 2009 11:47 PM

Seek Codes..
MySpace  Graphics
MySpace Graphics..

Graphics and Layouts at DazzleJunction.com
Peace, Love & Light,
Bill


Author J. J. Hebert

Author J. J. Hebert



Jun 16 2009 3:57 AM

Love your profile. Keep in touch, all right? I want to learn more about you and help you any way possible.

BTW, have you snagged a copy of UNCONVENTIONAL yet? I believe you'll really enjoy it! Pre-order at Amazon.com today!


Visit J. J. Hebert's official site!



Follow me on Twitter (@authorjjhebert) and be my friend on Facebook... :-)


Keep in mind UNCONVENTIONAL will also be available as a FREE audiobook, downloadable via podiobooks.com, jjhebert.net, and iTunes in July! JOIN THE NEWSLETTER AT JJHEBERT.NET TO RECEIVE NOTIFICATIONS!
Show Choir! - The Musical

Show Choir! - The Musical



May 26 2009 5:14 PM

Show Choir! - The Musical is thrilled to announce the kickoff of their new Official Website!
Swing by to check out our page!
Purchase Tunes!
Get your official Show Choir merchandise!
While you’re there, be sure to join our mailing list to be kept up to date on all the Show Choir news!
Click on the link below to visit our website...

http://www.showchoirthemusical.com

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The Jazz Hands Across America Campaign
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Be sure to join us on Facebook!
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Magnum Farce

Magnum Farce



May 4 2009 10:38 PM


The exclusive WORLD PREMIERE of the entire short film Magnum Farce: A Shot in the Park, the CG animated spoof of Dirty Harry films, streams ONE DAY ONLY on the worlds second most popular English language streaming short film and animation site, BeatnikTV.

When:

  Wednesday, May 06, 2009
   9pm UK/GMT
   9pm US Eastern
   9pm US Pacific    

Find your local time HERE !


Where:   www.myspace.com/beatnikmusictv
Cant make it? :-(
You can still see all three webisodes at www.funnyordie.com/bellafefilms/videos

Author J. J. Hebert

Author J. J. Hebert



Apr 17 2009 6:26 AM

Well, spring is finally here, and my book release is less than three months away! Please join my email list (see front pg. of www.jjhebert.net) to receive my awesome newsletter, which I use to keep subscribers informed about giveaways, contests, book releases, and other stuff, like most recently--an announcement that UNCONVENTIONAL will not only be released as a paperback in July but also as a free serialized podcast, narrated by Jeff Kafer, an award-winning voice over artist! That's right, you'll be able to listen to each episode (i.e. three chapters) at podiobooks.com, jjhebert.net, and/or via your iPod. I hope you enjoy it!

JJ
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Mar 31 2009 1:13 AM

THANK YOU FOR VOTING!! We Won!! Now Here's a Las Vegas Show coupon Discount for you! Click Here and Enter Promo Code "MYSPACE" for Half Price discount Tickets to this Multi-Award Winning Las Vegas comedy show featuring over 75 Singers Voices by Larry G Jones and featuring Brian Hoffman as RED SKELTON! Las Vegas' Top Rated show on TripAdvisor.com Learn more at www.LarryGJones.com Many More Videos on www.Youtube.com/manof1002voices including Styx, Neil Diamond, Prince and dozens more singers!
Magnum Farce

Magnum Farce



Mar 20 2009 4:14 PM

Hey Ed,
Thanks for putting Webisode One of my CG animated spoof of Dirty Harry films on Funny Or Die's "Hot List" for animation!


As promised, here's Webisode Two:



www.MagnumFarceMovie.com
Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Mar 11 2009 11:23 PM

Just wanted to say “HI from Las Vegas"
If you are ever in the neighborhood, like this lady was, check out the funniest show in town! I wish you continued success in all you do. “Goodnight now and may God bless”
Brian Hoffman~Red Skelton Impersonator;)
Shadow Forest Authors

Christine Jones



Mar 8 2009 2:36 AM

Thanks for joining us on Shadow Forest Authors myspace. Get listed now on SFA and be part of the mission to stop illiteracy worldwide.
Help SFA be one million strong by the 30th of June 2009

http://www. shadowforestauthors. com
Magnum Farce

Magnum Farce



Mar 8 2009 1:58 AM

Thanks for your support!

At long last Webisode One of my CG animated spoof of Dirty Harry films is up on FunnyOrDie. com/BellaFeFilms:

..Magnum Farce: Webisode One - watch more funny videos..
Coffee Shorts

Coffee Shorts



Mar 3 2009 5:52 PM

Hey how's your world today? As ever, we're spreading the word of independent film! So here's a trailer for one showing in full on our main website and numerous web channels, drop by and check it out!



Visit Coffee Shorts for the best independent short films online

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman

Red Skelton by Brian Hoffman



Feb 25 2009 4:56 AM

Happy Fat Tuesday, I hope this makes you smile;)
Please tell your friends about the Best Las Vegas Comedy Show! “Goodnight now and may God bless” Brian Hoffman aka Red Skelton!
Magnum Farce

Magnum Farce



Feb 24 2009 4:36 AM

Let me know what you think:
Magnum Farce Trailer

And don't forget to check out the News Page on MagnumFarceMovie. com
Donna Raye/Author

Donna Raye/Author



Feb 17 2009 8:41 PM

Hey, thanks for the add.
Love your profile.
donna raye
www. donnaraye. com
Magnum Farce

Magnum Farce



Feb 14 2009 1:49 PM

Hey Ed,

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY !

It Takes A Dick

Check out the official launch of

MagnumFarceMovie. com

on February 21, 2009

And remember, don't whip it out, unless you plan to shoot it!

-- Detective Dick Hardon, S.F.P.D.

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