Rick Sebak

Biography

Rick Sebak is an American public broadcasting television producer, writer and narrator who lives and works in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the United States. Rick makes unusual television programs. His slightly wacky documentaries celebrate various aspects of modern American life and the unexpected charms of Pittsburgh. Audiences have learned to recognize his friendly narrative style and the unusual topics that he obviously loves. Sebak is the creator of the "scrapbook documentary" genre, many of which he has created for WQED and PBS. This scrapbook style incorporates lots of old films, home movies, postcards, old photos and memorabilia of all sorts. Rick does not appear on-camera in these programs, but audiences have learned to recognize his voice and distinctive narrative style.

Known For

A Hot Dog Program

as Narrator

Sandwiches That You Will Like

as Narrator

A Program About Unusual Buildings & Other Roadside Stuff

as Narrator

An Ice Cream Show

as Narrator

Things That Aren't There Anymore

as Narrator

A Flea Market Documentary

as Narrator

To Market To Market To Buy A Fat Pig

as Narrator

Breakfast Special 2: Revenge of the Omelets

as Narrator

Pennsylvania Diners and Other Roadside Restaurants

as Narrator

Houses Around Here

as Narrator