Success Story with Scott D. Clary Larry Namer - E! Founder | The Cable Splicer Who Launched Howard Stern & The Kardashians
Aug 16, 2025
Larry Namer, co-founder of E! Entertainment Television, shares his remarkable journey from splicing cables in NYC to revolutionizing media. He discusses launching iconic shows like Talk Soup and Fashion Police, revealing the creative innovation behind their success. Namer also dives into the impact of celebrity culture, the rise of the Kardashians, and the role of AI in the media landscape. His insights on staying relevant and embracing digital trends highlight the future of entertainment.
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From Splicer To Cable Director
- Larry recounts starting as an underground cable splicer making $90 a week and rapidly learning the trade by reading manuals.
- That practical start led him to management and eventually running Manhattan Cable at 25.
Launch With Interns And Trailers
- Larry and Alan built a channel showing movie trailers and hosted reels with interns from University of Texas.
- They launched with a tiny team and expanded to 14 countries in the first year.
Show, Don’t Ask Them To Imagine
- When pitching novel ideas, never ask people to "just imagine" because they can't visualize it.
- Show a prototype or example to make the concept real.
