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2026
1 Season

A docuseries that examines the rise, fall and lasting impact of the most sensational era in television talk show history. By exploring the psychological forces that shaped the talk TV genre, the series reveals how these shows transformed from trusted confessional spaces into lightning rods of controversy, leaving a lasting impact on culture, media and the people caught in the chaos.

Dirty Talk is a series that ran for 1 seasons (3 episodes) between January 14, 2026 and on ABC (US)

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3. Part 3 - Adapt or Die

January 28, 2026

By the late '90s, Talk TV's insatiable appetite for conflict led to shows lowering the bar even further with Jerry Springer as his ratings reached new heights, forcing his rivals to adapt or die.

2. Part 2: Talked to Death

January 21, 2026

By 1995, the daytime talk format was pushing the envelope - and its guests - to extremes. But the dark side of these shows is exposed when an ambushed guest murders another after a taping.

1. Part 1: Origin of the Species

January 14, 2026

In the 90s, talk TV takes over daytime, but what starts as an earnest forum quickly devolves into a cutthroat ratings war to out-shock the competition with increasingly salacious topics.

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Where to Watch Dirty Talk

Dirty Talk is available for streaming on the ABC (US) website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Dirty Talk on demand at Hulu.