Three Classic Clips for When You Need Motivation

Everyone needs a bit of extra motivation and inspiration now and then. Over the years, Merv had the opportunity to interview so many wise and inspiring people, so we thought we would share just a few of our favorites with … Continue reading

Setting the Stage: An Interview with Ray Sneath

Steve Randisi, author of The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story interviews Ray Sneath Born in Glendale, California in 1945, Ray Sneath has worn many hats behind the scenes of the television industry, beginning as a carpenter, and then working … Continue reading

Featured Excerpt from The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story

A new book from Steve Randisi, author and lifelong follower of Merv’s shows and work, has recently been released. The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story covers the show’s extensive history, features vivid recaps of several “lost” episodes, and shares many fascinating … Continue reading

NEW BOOK: The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story

A brand new book from Steve Randisi, author and lifelong follower of Merv’s shows and work, has just been released. The Merv Griffin Show: The Inside Story covers the show’s extensive history, features vivid recaps of several “lost” episodes, and … Continue reading

Those Summer Nights – John Travolta and Olivia Newton John’s Classic Interview

Who doesn’t have great memories of watching John Travolta and Olivia Newton John together in the classic movie Grease? Revisit those summer feelings with Merv’s charming 1981 interview with John and Olivia, as they sit down together and talk about … Continue reading

Celebrating Women’s History Month – 3 Inspiring Interviews

March is Women’s History Month, and we couldn’t think of a better way to honor it then to celebrate some of the inspiring women Merv had the privilege of interviewing over the years. Below are three classic, fascinating interviews with comedy icon … Continue reading

Wisdom and Straight Talk from Merv via Esquire Magazine

In one of his last interviews (originally running in September of 2006, less than a year before his passing), Merv shared some witty and real thoughts with Esquire Magazine. A few of his most well-loved quotes come from this very … Continue reading

Classic Interviews with 3 Academy Award Winning Icons

This weekend marks the 89th annual Academy Awards in Hollywood celebrating outstanding achievements in the motion picture industry. Merv interviewed many Academy Award winners throughout his years as a TV host, so we thought we’d share three classics here for you … Continue reading

Goodbye to Mary Tyler Moore

This week we pay tribute to the legendary Mary Tyler Moore, a wonderful woman who brought smiles to so many throughout her incredible career. Mary appeared on The Merv Griffin Show with the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, at the height of the … Continue reading