Taxicab Confessions

Taxicab Confessions (1995-2014)

EndedReality show

Taxicab Confessions is a television series of hidden camera documentaries that have aired on HBO since January 1995. In segments taped in New York City and Las Vegas, the taxi drivers are also producers who steer both the vehicle and the conversations with passengers. When passengers enter the cab, they are recorded with several small cameras hidden in the taxi. The producer prompts passengers into discussing their past and/or present circumstances. This has led some participants to reflect on their life, recalling extreme tragedies or triumphs. Much is verbally or visually graphic, including explicit sex talk and sex acts performed in the back seat. At the end of the taxi ride, passengers are asked to sign waivers allowing the hidden camera footage to be used on the program, and footage of this revelation is sometimes seen during the closing credits.

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S01E14The City That Never Sleeps, Part 3déc. 18, 2014
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S01E10Girls Like It Hotjanv. 19, 2003
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of the 'Taxicab Confessions' premiere?

The premiere date of 'Taxicab Confessions' was December 14, 1995.

Who directed the first season of 'Taxicab Confessions'?

The first season of 'Taxicab Confessions' was directed by Joe and Harry Gantz.

What was the original concept of 'Taxicab Confessions'?

The original concept of 'Taxicab Confessions' was to install hidden cameras in taxicabs to capture the unfiltered conversations of unsuspecting passengers.

What city served as the primary location for 'Taxicab Confessions'?

New York City served as the primary location for 'Taxicab Confessions'.

What was the format of the show's early episodes?

The early episodes of 'Taxicab Confessions' were formatted as a series of unconnected interviews with different passengers.

What was the age range of the taxi passengers featured on 'Taxicab Confessions'?

The passengers featured on 'Taxicab Confessions' ranged in age from 18 to 90.

Did all taxi passengers featured on 'Taxicab Confessions' sign release forms?

Yes, all taxi passengers featured on 'Taxicab Confessions' signed release forms.

What were some of the most common topics discussed in taxicabs on 'Taxicab Confessions'?

Some of the most common topics discussed in taxicabs on 'Taxicab Confessions' were relationships, sex, and personal stories.

How did the show's producers select which taxi passengers to feature on 'Taxicab Confessions'?

The show's producers selected which taxi passengers to feature on 'Taxicab Confessions' by choosing those who appeared to be engaging in interesting conversations.

Did the taxi driver ever participate in the discussions on 'Taxicab Confessions'?

Yes, the taxi driver was sometimes a participant in the discussions on 'Taxicab Confessions'.

What was the most frequent criticism of 'Taxicab Confessions'?

The most frequent criticism of 'Taxicab Confessions' was that it was unethical to record people without their knowledge.

Was 'Taxicab Confessions' ever sued by a former passenger?

Yes, 'Taxicab Confessions' was sued by a former passenger who claimed that the show violated his privacy by airing his episode without his consent.

How many episodes were produced for 'Taxicab Confessions'?

'Taxicab Confessions' produced a total of 16 episodes.

Did 'Taxicab Confessions' ever win any major awards?

Yes, 'Taxicab Confessions' won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Informational Series in 1996.

Did any celebrities make appearances on 'Taxicab Confessions'?

Yes, several celebrities made appearances on 'Taxicab Confessions', including Chris Rock, Method Man, and Isaac Mizrahi.

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