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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!