Hacks Podcast

Ep. 2: “Better Late” with Mark Indelicato

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Show Notes

In this episode Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky are joined by guest Mark Indelicato, who plays Deborah’s long-suffering assistant Damien. They talk about filming at Television City, that Carrot Top cameo, and the world of late night TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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