Switchback
Overview
"Switchback" was an hour-long interactive show for teens and preteens, featuring viewer calls, music videos, guest artists, and cartoons. Initially hosted by Stan Johnson in Halifax, it expanded to other cities, highlighting both regional talents and international acts. Airing from 1981 to 1990, it aimed to engage young audiences. In 1985, host Shawn Thompson faced arrest for throwing a doll named Kendini over Niagara Falls, in a Kentucky Fried Chicken bucket during a show segment. (He used cole slaw to cushion the doll's fall.) This act resulted in charges by Niagara Parks Police for park dumping and attracting a crowd. Thompson intended to spotlight neglected toys in a parody titled 'Doll Aid.' By 1988, the series cut some editions and faced controversy by removing its cherished long-term host, Stan Johnson. By early 1990, all editions of the program concluded due to CBC's budget reductions.
About Switchback (1981)
First broadcast in 1981, Switchback is a reality show. It was created by Rick Scott. The main cast includes Stan Johnson, Rick Scott, Richard Newman, Andrew Cochrane and Stu Jeffries. The show has 1 season and 1 episodes and is currently listed as "Returning Series" with the most recent episode airing on November 1, 1981. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 on TMDB from 1 votes.
Every season and episode of Switchback is available to stream free in HD on MyFlixer. Pick a season and episode above, press Watch Now and choose a server. Fans of the show also watch Temptation Island, House Hunters International and Top of the Pops.
