Most Talkative

Stories from the Front Lines of Pop Culture

By: Andy Cohen

Narrated by: Andy Cohen

Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins

Publisher's summary

Audie Award Nominee, Narration by the Author or Authors, 2013

The man behind the Real Housewives writes about his lifelong love affair with pop culture that brought him from the suburbs of St. Louis to his own television show.

From a young age, Andy Cohen knew two things: He was gay, and he loved television. Now presiding over Bravo's reality-TV empire, he started out as an overly talkative pop-culture obsessive, devoted to Charlie's Angels and All My Children - and to his mother, who received daily letters from him while he was at summer camp, usually reminding her to tape the soaps. In retrospect, it's hard to believe that everyone didn't know that Andy was gay; still, he remained in the closet until college. Finally out, he embarked on making a career out of his passion for television. The journey begins with Andy interviewing his all-time idol Susan Lucci for his college newspaper and ends with him in a job where he has a hand in creating today's celebrity icons. In the witty, no-holds-barred style of his show Watch What Happens: Live, Cohen tells tales of absurd network-news mishaps, hilarious encounters with the heroines of his youth, and the real stories behind the Real Housewives.

Dishy, funny, and full of heart, Most Talkative provides a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the world of television, from a fan who grew up watching the screen and is now inside the TV, both making shows and hosting his own.

©2012 Andrew Cohen (P)2012 Macmillan Audio

AC NEVER DISAPPOINTS!

I never wanted it to end - NOT EVER!

Thankfully I can get my AC fix in a variety ways. Cannot wait till I start his next book!

Pleasantly Surprised

What did you like best about this story?

Not only does this story include juicy behind the scenes details from Bravo, but a heartwarming story of where Andy Cohen comes from and his hilarious family.

Which character – as performed by Andy Cohen – was your favorite?

This story would not have been half as entertaining without Andy narrating it. His animation and excitement to tell his stories comes through in a charming and warm way.

Any additional comments?

The unexpected star of this book turned out to be Andy's mother, whom he narrates both lovingly and hilariously. My only complaint is that the book wasn't long enough...it left me wanting more! I can only hope he is working on a follow up.

Pure Andy Cohen

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I've already recommended the book to any friends or colleagues who share the guilty pleasure of any Bravo television shows. It was a fun insiders' view of the reality television industry while also demonstrating for readers that there is so much more to Mr. Cohen then is shown on WWHN.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The book was escapist delight and brought a smile to my face -- if not outright laughter -- on several occasions. Mr. Cohen writes (and narrates) just like he speaks on his talk show: energetic, self-deprecating, honest and with a spirit of unbridled "let's have some fun!"

Any additional comments?

Being of the same generation as Mr. Cohen, I recognize that other readers/listeners might not resonate so much with his exeriences and observations. However, I really enjoyed his recollections and hope that he'll follow-up in a few years with more perspectives on our peeping-Tom society -- or is it a "There but for the grace of God, go I" society? -- and remains as open and honest as he is here.

Andy is absolutely Bravo!

I am a Bravo, Housewives, and Watch What Happens Live fan! I always admire Andy for asking the tough questions, and was so happy to see his transparency transfer to his book. I love 💘 you more now than ever!

Great Read by Andy Cohen

What made the experience of listening to Most Talkative the most enjoyable?

Hearing Andy's words in Andy's voice. He made it feel like a good friend sharing gossip and funny stories.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked all the stories about the "behind the scenes" of Real Housewives shows and all the stories about his meetings with Oprah and Susan Lucci.

What does Andy Cohen bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His special inflection and making it feel like we were sharing time together.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed and chuckled a lot.

Any additional comments?

I wasn't a big fan of the Real Housewives series, but found the stories fun and made me want to take another look at the series. I hope he does another book.

Great Listen

Lite, entertaining, funny, joyful and adorable. I really enjoyed this book and all of his books. Great stories.

The Amazing Andy Cohen!!!

What did you like best about this story?

Loved that it was Andy's voice!

What does Andy Cohen bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

It was his story to tell...

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Pop Culture through the eyes and mouth of Andy Cohen

LOVE LOVE LOVEEEE!!!

What did you love best about Most Talkative?

I freakin loved this book! I have a serious crush on Andy Cohen! Both of his books are equally awesome!

Bravo!

I think a prerequisite for this book is being a Bravo fan, even more specifically a Real Housewives fan and thus an Andy Cohen fan, which I am. I enjoyed hearing about how Andy came to be where he is today plus how the Housewives came to be. I laughed out loud on numerous occasions listening to this, which is just what I needed. Something light and not too serious. I like the bonus material for "those who are listening" too.

looooveeedd it!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

So entertaining, I cannot imagine downloading this info into my brain any other way than by Andy himself reading to me!