Jonathan Reiner

Jonathan Reiner is a writer/producer specializing in reality programming. He's had several concepts optioned by high-profile production companies and won an Emmy for his work on NBC's "Starting Over." His most recent project is a revamp of Style's "The Look for Less". When he's not in the edit bay or in the field, Reiner volunteers with Southland Collie Rescue and studies metaphysics.


Recent Stories by Jonathan Reiner

Something Smells Wrong about the Latest 'As The World Turns' Stunt Casting

Posted July 1, 2009 at 2:58 PM

Today is the 108th anniversary of the birth of prolific soap creator  Irna Phillips (on TV alone, she concocted “Guiding Light” and “As the  World Turns”, and had a hand in “Days of Our Lives” and “Another  World”, among others).......

Jon & Kate: Feeding Kids to the Media Lions

Posted June 23, 2009 at 10:30 AM

I gave into the hype and finally watched Monday’s episode of TLC’s "Jon & Kate Plus 8.” I was as curious as the rest of America as to their big announcement: If they are separating, how will it be revealed?......

Nielsen, Nets Need to Get Real When It Comes to Measuring Success

Posted June 22, 2009 at 9:48 AM

Forgive me for the gap between entries, but I’ve been busy with work, school, repairmen, veterinarians and life. The good news is that I’m all caught up on my favorite reality shows thanks to my trusty DVR and the best......

The Tonys? More Like the Really Awards

Posted June 8, 2009 at 4:58 PM

Everyone’s buzzing about the number of “West Wing” women on Sunday night’s Tony Awards (Allison Janney, Stockard Channing, Kristin Chenoweth), but I was impressed with the number of reality vets at the theater world’s annual kudofest.First and foremost, VH1 poster boy......

Memo to Reality Producers: It's Time to Call Jenny Craig

Posted June 7, 2009 at 5:53 PM

As Jerry Seinfeld might say, “What’s the deal with all the the really long reality shows?”I speak, of course, of the two-and three-hour syndrome that is taking over network reality at an alarming rate! Just look at NBC’s two-hour “Biggest......