Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
In the bustling landscape of 1995, a wave of small shopping networks began to emerge, each vying for a slice of the burgeoning TV shopping pie. Among them was VIA-TV, a bold contender that aimed to carve out its niche in this competitive arena. However, despite its ambitions, the network ultimately faded into obscurity.
Today, only a handful of clips remain from this forgotten gem, but what treasures they are! Join us as we take a trip down memory lane with charismatic host Shawn Lefler, whose journey in the industry continued long after VIA-TV's brief existence. Watch as he teams up with an enigmatic, uncredited co-host to showcase an exquisite collection of jewelry that sparkles with nostalgia. Get ready for a charming glimpse into a time when shopping from your couch was just beginning to take shape!
Delve into the captivating world of the TV shopping industry and infomercials with the podcast "Are We On The Air?©", accessible on all major podcast platforms.
In the bustling landscape of 1995, a wave of small shopping networks began to emerge, each vying for a slice of the burgeoning TV shopping pie. Among them was VIA-TV, a bold contender that aimed to carve out its niche in this competitive arena. However, despite its ambitions, the network ultimately faded into obscurity.
Today, only a handful of clips remain from this forgotten gem, but what treasures they are! Join us as we take a trip down memory lane with charismatic host Shawn Lefler, whose journey in the industry continued long after VIA-TV's brief existence. Watch as he teams up with an enigmatic, uncredited co-host to showcase an exquisite collection of jewelry that sparkles with nostalgia. Get ready for a charming glimpse into a time when shopping from your couch was just beginning to take shape!
Delve into the captivating world of the TV shopping industry and infomercials with the podcast "Are We On The Air?©", accessible on all major podcast platforms.










