[duxup]

Actual chemistry between the folks on screen that produces results that seem like ... actual chemistry seems really undervalued / rare these days.

I love reading / watching sports.... sports shows that aren't the sports them-self are almost always so bad and wonky.

Inside the NBA is a noteworthy example of what it should be.

[galeaspablo]

It’s a jewel. One of my favorite moments and a sample of that chemistry for the interested..

https://youtu.be/uVcAazaigiQ

[mobilemidget]

SNL bits jewels too

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=snl+charles+bar...

[dmix]

> actual chemistry seems really undervalued / rare these days.

It's because they are almost always forced board-room designed politically correct arrangements of hosts: the old white guy with plenty of industry experience, the sassy girl who keeps the guys in check, and third is usually an ex-athlete (usually black) guy OR (more often on radio) the "wild and crazy" guy who says wacky stuff.

They aren't chosen for their chemistry together, existing friendships, or w/e else makes people gel... but instead for fitting some Hollywood-esque pre-existing model that checks off all the checkboxes.

NBA inside works because they have a couple of rare personalities you wouldnt normally find in the usual talking-head talent pools with Shaq and Barkley plus a really great "old industry experienced guy" Ernie Johnson... (and honourable mention neutral guy Kenny Smith).

[mav3rick]

I like Skip and Shannon.

[cmstoken]

ESPN FC crew is also great for those who watch soccer/football.