DiscoverThe Exclusive With Sharon Tharp184: Taran Armstrong on Writing 'Behind the Mirror' and the Reality of Big Brother
184: Taran Armstrong on Writing 'Behind the Mirror' and the Reality of Big Brother

184: Taran Armstrong on Writing 'Behind the Mirror' and the Reality of Big Brother

Update: 2025-12-09
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For this episode of The Exclusive, Sharon is joined by Taran Armstrong — well-known Big Brother live feed analyst, RHAP podcaster, and author of the new USA Today bestselling book Behind the Mirror. We dive deep into the evolution of Big Brother, from the early social-experiment roots to the modern gameplay showcased in Big Brother 27, and how the show’s edited version compares to the reality fans see on the live feeds. Taran breaks down his writing process, what surprised him most while researching the global origins of Big Brother, and why the show has had such a profound impact on his life and career.




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184: Taran Armstrong on Writing 'Behind the Mirror' and the Reality of Big Brother

184: Taran Armstrong on Writing 'Behind the Mirror' and the Reality of Big Brother

The Exclusive With Sharon Tharp