Well all you “Oprah Followers” today Oprah will make the big announcement that she is ending her show!! She won’t be going away totally, she’s ending the show so she can focus on starting up her own cable network. Essentially, ending one billion-dollar project to start another. Because you know any venture she attempts will be just that!
I’m not an “Oprah Follower” but I will say she is a “media genius.” The only time I watch the show is if she’s interviewing a celebrity guest I like. When she hangs it up in 2011 her show will have been in syndication 25 years. Look at how she’s branded herself, not only through her show, but also with her magazine, book club, the Angel Network, I could go on and on. For some people they reached their success by being in the right place at the right time, but with Oprah, it was hard work. More power to her. Wouldn’t it be cool to have just one of her paychecks to keep? I’m sure I could live comfortably off it.
My theory on the whole thing, she may be announcing she’s quiting the show…but once she launches her own network…she’ll bring the show back to debut the channel. If you were in her shoes and had a hit show, why would you syndicate it on what will be competing networks? She’ll leave network TV and a year or two later when the Oprah Winfrey Network is ready to launch, she’ll announce her show is coming back. She’ll need to give viewers a reason to start watching right away, and that’d be the way to do it. I could be way off base. But we’ll find out in time.
What will the networks do to fill the hour Oprah had? Maybe Bob Barker will come back with his own show! Or better yet, the KICD/Lite 104.9 staff will do our version of The Prices Are Right for television!
I am a country music fan so of course I had to watch the CMA’s. Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood returned as co-hosts for the show. They did a nice job, both are very likable and respectable entertainers. Absolutely loved the digs about Kanye West!!! So true and so appropriate! The role playing by Jimmy Dickins was perfect!
It was Taylor Swift’s night. The 19-year-old opens the show with a stunning performance and wins the evening’s biggest awards! Not bad for a 19-year-old. Whether you like her or not, she’s sitting on top of the world right now. More power to her.
Brooks and Dunn gave their final performance on the show. These guys have been doing it for a long time and have won many awards. They didn’t’ even get a standing ovation!! A little surprised by that.
OMG…LeAnn Rimes!!! Whoever did her makeup should be fired!!! She looked terrible. She looked more pale than me….and that’s white!
Darius Rucker is the man! Love his music…gave a great performance…and he gets the kudos for best acceptance speech!! If you would’ve told me five years ago the lead singer of Hootie & The Blowfish was going to cross over to country I would’ve laughed. Way to go Darius!!
Just got back from watching the big MJ movie…”This Is It!” Really didn’t know if this was a movie I wanted to see since it was all basically rehearsal footage. I enjoy the majority of Michael’s music…but always had a so-so opinion of him. But yesterday I spoke to someone who seen the movie and she said “you really need to see this!”
Yes the movie is all footage from rehearsals for the “This Is It” tour. However, it was edited and pieced together well. The movie was put together with all of Michael’s performances in the order it was to happen in the actual concert. It showed parts where Michael was collaborating with his band and directors on different parts. There were interviews with his dancers. It showed video footage that was to be part of the concert. The movie definately told viewers that this tour was going to be the “tour of all tours!” It really makes you say “what a shame he didn’t live long enough to see it to the end.”
I will tell you this…many said that Michael was out of shape and in ill health in his final months…um…that wasn’t true. He moved like no human could. He sang like he did twenty years ago. If you don’t believe me, go see the movie! In a way, I almost felt like I was standing on the floor of The Staples Center watching behind the scenes as he was performing. The footage you see once again shows the magnitude of talent MJ possessed. If you’re a fan…you’ll love the movie!
Not sure if I should say the Heene family is just that smart, or that stupid? Really, the whole story is of a husband and wife who met in acting school and have always had the bug for fame, once even appeared on a reality show, tried to gain another 15 minutes of fame through a brilliant plan of a hot air balloon. Sound a little far fetched and crazy? It reaks of stupidity!!! But it worked, to a point!
What’s really sad and crazy, is a parent would use their own child to help them feed their own selfish, ego! Could you believe the breaking news coverage this event received? I’m sure it was everything the Heene’s were hoping for and more. They essentially have gotten what they wanted, but I don’t think there will be a tv show or movie, at least not with them as the stars. Now they are potentially facing prison time and may even lose their children. Some may think that is too harsh. But the stunt went too far. I can’t imagine that Mr. and Mrs. Heene are good parents and give much attention to their kids because they’re too busy worrying about how to feed their own egos. Punish them to the max to teach them a lesson and to send a message to all the other aspiring idiots in training!!!!!
However, shame on the national media for once again blowing it out of proportion. I can see following the story as it was unfolding that day before we all knew what really was happening. But the following day when the truth was coming out, the camera crews should’ve walked away and never mentioned it again. Why do we give these people the attention? We all need to get a life.
David Letterman…can this guy find anymore controversy in his career? On Thursday’s show he dropped the bomb that he’d been blackmailed for two million dollars, or else it would be leaked that he’d had sex with women who worked for him in his office. The same kind of garbage Letterman relies on other people to do so he can make fun of them on his show!
Sounds to me like this was another case of a celebrity using their power and fame to get what they want regardless of the people it might affect or hurt. Hey Letterman, you’re suppose to be a veteran pro, this is what you do? Do I think he should lose his job over it…no. But I think this time his credibility will be damaged. I don’t think Letterman will get away with making jokes about Bill Clinton or John Edwards anymore. As he did very regularly.
I will give him a kudos. Most people in his position wouldn’t have looked straight into the camera on their own show and come out with the truth like he did. He could’ve easily paid this guy off and hoped it’d never come out or just deny the whole thing. Instead, he decided he wasn’t going to fall victim to blackmail and went to the DA and was willing to face the music personally and publicly. Did you notice when he told the story, he still managed to put some humor in it? Well done.
The story is, right before the started the show he made phone calls to his mother and his wife to tell them everything. I’m sure those were two very difficult calls to make. The guy just married his longtime girlfriend in March! Let’s just say I hope good ‘ole Dave has a comfortable couch at home, cuz he’s going to need it!
I can tell you one person who’s loving this and laughing all the way to the top of the ratings, Jay Leno! Couldn’t have been better timing for him as he’s just starting his new primetime gig.
Sorry I’ve been lacking a bit on the blogging lately. So a few weeks back the big news was Ellen is the new judge on Idol!
Huh? What? Hey, I like Ellen! She’s cool. Of any daytime talk show that’s out there, her show is probably the only one I could tolerate to watch. But call me crazy, she’s not a singer. Isn’t that the whole focus of American Idol…a singing competition? This would be like me being asked to judge a ballet competition…I KNOW CRAP ABOUT BALLET!!!
Why doesn’t Idol just stick to having three judges…Simon, Kara & Randy? What’s wrong with that? Sure Idol is trying to reach a new medium of people. But was this the right move? I’d love to know what she’ll be getting paid! Frankly, I’d rather see Ellen host the show than be a judge (sorry Seacrest). Ryan is pretty smooth on the show, but someone needs to tell him its not always about him.
But the bottom line my friends…at least Paula is off the show!!! Really…I don’t know if I could’ve gone another season with her insane ramblings. Thankfully they didn’t pick someone like Carrot Top to replace her, that’d be worse.
Those are my thoughts…as always thanks for reading. What do you think?
Its just about Clay County Fair time! Are you ready? If you’re coming to the fair, and I hope you are, we’ll definately be there. Lite 104.9 will be broadcasting from our building everyday again this year. We appreciate it so much when listeners stop by to visit…even if its just a wave as you’re walking by…this is one of the few times during the year we get to meet our listeners face to face.
We’ll pretty much be everywhere covering every aspect of the fair. We’ll be roaming the grounds on our golf carts talking with various exhibitors, we’ll be at the concerts and various other events happening during the 9 days.
This year I’ll be emceeing the “Twins/Doubles” program on Sunday, Sept. 13th at 2pm in the Events Center Ballroom. Its a free show, so stop by. I’ll also be part of the Veteran’s Day Program Monday, Sept. 14th at the Events Center, that program begins at 11am.
Something new this year the station is doing the first ever “Prices Are Right” at the Clay County Fair! You got it…its a spin-off the television show! We’ll be doing the “Prices Are Right” both Saturdays of the fair at 5:30pm at the KICD Courtyard Stage. Be sure to come be part of the audience and you could possibly “come on down” and win a big prize!!
Also if you’re a Shawn Mayer fan…she’ll be back for the fair! Details will be coming soon (hint, hint Sunday, September 20th).
I love the fair and I’m hoping to see you there!!! See you soon…
Its been interesting to watch old footage of Walter Cronkite when he was delivering the news in front of the camera. He had a special way of telling it like it was, without bragging, talking down or sounding arrogant. You could watch the man on television for only 5 minutes and you’d instantly begin to trust him and believe every word he said…simply because if it wasn’t true he wouldn’t of said it.
Shortly after his death, the talk was who will replace Walter Cronkite as the most trusted newsperson? We all know there won’t ever be another Walter Cronkite. But in today’s society of broadcast news, who best fits the role? Off the top of my head, the list to choose from are: Brian Williams, Katie Couric, Charles Gibson, Barbara Walters, Matt Lauer, Bob Schieffer, Tom Brokaw, Diane Sawyer, Mike Wallace, Larry King. Those are the front-runners (so to speak). Time Magazine did an actual poll to find who is today’s most trusted newsperson. It wasn’t any of the above mentioned names. It was JON STEWART! Wait a minute…the person we’re suppose to trust for the facts is a comedian? Hmmm…is everyone who voted in the survey under the age of 23?
Jon Stewart is very good at what he does, he has a very successful show on Comedy Central, but his job is to make people laugh, not inform them!!
Something tells me if Walter Cronkite were still here, he’d shake his head.
I’d hate to see what the results would be if Time Magazine did a poll asking who we thought the funniest person in America is? Would we say Dan Rather?
Finally!! Its about time American Idol! Paula Abdul is gone!! I’m going to warn you, if you’re a Paula fan, you probably shouldn’t continue reading. Because I am NOT a fan.
The story is that Paula and the show could not come to a new contracted deal for the upcoming season, so Paula decided not to return. It sounds as if Paula has made the choice not to return. Ok, do you believe that? Don’t you think it is a bit ironic that she’s not returning to the show the year after Idol brought in a fourth female judge? I said a year ago my feeling was American Idol was making plans to replace Paula. I think the show is being polite and letting Paula say her departure was on her terms. Something tells me even if Idol offered her less money to return to the show she still would because what else does she have to do.
And I know Idol is saying they’re wanting to replace Paula and hire another judge in addition to Simon, Kara and Randy. I don’t think they will. They may end up having guest judges each week. Ultimately, they’re goal since last season was to get rid of Paula.
I’m not trying to be harsh…but let’s face it…she wasn’t contributing anything to the show. I’ll give her credit in the first couple seasons, she was very popular and gave some good, constructive critisism to the singers. But we all know, that didn’t last long.
One thing I will miss…is Simon making fun of her. He’s very good at it, enjoys doing it and she made it so easy for him. I’m sure Simon is going to really miss her next season.
I hate that it’s August and I’m already talking about Idol. How sad. But I couldn’t help it. Next year I’ll be hosting more “Idol Parties” and you’ll be invited. I’ll let you know….
Time to “Saddle-Up!” The last two weekends I was asked to help out during the “Team Sorting” events in Ruthven and Everly. Unless you’re a horse rider, you’re probably wondering, what the heck is team sorting? Hey, until I got involved with this, I had to clue either. Team sorting is when you have an arena with 7 head of cattle all numbered. A team of horse riders comes in (a team of 2 or 3 riders) and the goal is to get all 7 head of cattle to cross the line inside the arena in numerical order within 1:30. Its sounds very easy, but its not. If the cattle do not cross in the right numbered order, its a no time. It’s really a contest of luck…it all depends on the herd of cattle and how well they wish to cooperate.
My job was the emcee and to call out the teams, etc during the event. It really was a lot of fun to watch. Some of the teams have been doing this for years. In Ruthven, Jimbo was my partner at the announcing table. We’re thinking about taking the gig on the road!!! Thanks for your help Jim!
I think I’ve been on a horse all but maybe 3 times in my life. Nothing close to be an experienced rider! Tammy thought it would be funny if I was on a team and actually participated. Check out this vivid image: a 6′4 white boy riding a horse. Yep, all that and more….
The horse she gave me to ride was nice and tame. But wasn’t in the mood to take direction from me. I’m sure the horse sensed I had no idea what I was doing, so ya know. But I had fun and next year I’ll need to practice more so I’m prepared for the event.
So the next time you hear about a “Team Sorting” show happening in the area, now you know what its about, you should go check it out!
