Ever wondered how reality shows get stocked with the characters who entertain you each week with their drunken antics, home-buying travails and/or deep sea fishing exploits? Now is your chance to ask a veteran reality show casting producer about the secrets of his craft.

Michael Yates of Secret Handshake Productions has casted for reality shows like Big Brother, Undercover Boss and America's Toughest Jobs, as well as game shows like Deal or No Deal. He's worked on shows that have appeared on almost every network, including ABC, CBS, MTV and TLC. Now he's here to offer a behind-the-scenes look at reality TV.

Want to know about reality TV and reality TV casting? Michael will be here to answer all your questions at 2PM EST.