“The Market Can Be A Cruel Mistress”

In Season 3, Episode 9 of the T.V. show News Radio, Beth who inherited some money asks Mr. James, the owner of the radio station, for some stock advice. Mr. James refuses to give out stock tips, saying that if one tip goes bad, he’s going to lose a friend.

Here’s the final exchange between Mr. James and Beth before he relents and teaches Beth how he invests:

Mr. James: You be careful because the market can be a cruel mistress.

Beth: Well so can I, but that’s not how I want to make my money anymore.

If you watch the entire episode, you’ll find out how the easy money is made.

On a sidenote, I felt that News Radio was an underrated show during its time on air. Phil Hartman is especially funny in his role. Watching Phil in News Radio always reminds me of how great an actor he was.