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Plot

"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.

Cast

Stan Johnson as Host (Halifax)
Stan Johnson

as Host (Halifax)

Rick Scott as Host (Vancouver)
Rick Scott

as Host (Vancouver)

Richard Newman as Host (Vancouver)
Richard Newman

as Host (Vancouver)

Andrew Cochrane as Host (Vancouver)
Andrew Cochrane

as Host (Vancouver)

Stu Jeffries as Host (Vancouver)
Stu Jeffries

as Host (Vancouver)

Shawn Thompson as Host (Toronto)
Shawn Thompson

as Host (Toronto)

Howard Busgang as Host (Toronto)
Howard Busgang

as Host (Toronto)

Dale Martindale as Host (Toronto)
Dale Martindale

as Host (Toronto)

Eric Tunney as Host (Toronto)
Eric Tunney

as Host (Toronto)

Laurie Mustard as Host (Winnipeg)
Laurie Mustard

as Host (Winnipeg)

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    Status

    • Returning Series

    First Aired Date

    • November 1, 1981

    Last Aired Date

    • November 1, 1981

    Production Companies

    • CBC

    Type

    • Scripted

    Number of Season

    • 1

    Number of Episodes

    • 1

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