Alan Colmes

"From Red Square To The Shores of Havana..." - Posted April 2, 2009
Just like us, Fox News got into the April Fools' Day spirit yesterday. The top of the 9pmET hour on FNC, normally reserved for the "Hannity" intro, was taken over by a red-hued, Communist-themed opener to a new show, "Colmes," with Sean Hannity's former co-host, Alan Colmes at the helm. Here's a sample:... [TVNewser]

9pm Battle: Colmes, Ayers on "Hannity," Clooney, Iseman on "King" - Posted February 23, 2009
It's going to be a ratings battle tonight at 9pmET, as FNC and CNN each have unique line-ups. Alan Colmes makes his first return appearance to the 9pmET hour, and he'll be bringing his former co-host, Sean Hannity, an exclusive interview — with Bill Ayers. The interview took place in FNC's Chicago... [TVNewser]

Rick Overton Takes on Media - Posted February 3, 2009
Emmy-winning writer, accomplished actor and George Carlin heir apparent, Rick Overton says good-bye to Bush and tells the media off. About Alan Colmes,"I cough too hard, I snap my neck!" About Bill O'Reilly, "Shut up with all your researched details! I'm fed up with answers! Blahh!"... [FishBowlLA]

As The Blago Turns... - Posted January 27, 2009
This morning, Gov. Rod Blagojevich appeared on CBS' The Early Show and Fox & Friends. So where is he headed for the rest of the day? • Fox News Radio (Tom Sullivan Show) • FBN (Happy Hour — pre-taped) • Associated Press TV • truTV/In Session (Jami Floyd) • FNC (Glenn Beck and Greta Van Susteren) •... [TVNewser]

"Hannity" Goes HD, Embraces New Media - Posted January 14, 2009
Since the network launched in October 1996, Fox News Channel has had just two programs at 9pmET — "Hannity & Colmes" and the two-day-old "Hannity." Sean Hannity's new solo program premiered on Monday to strong ratings, with an interview of President George W. Bush highlighting the show. For those who expected "Hannity &... [TVNewser]

"Alan Colmes, You're a Great American, You're a Class Act" - Posted January 10, 2009
"Hannity & Colmes" came to an end last night, and Sean Hannity and Alan Colmes shared some memories, gifts and goodbyes. Some highlights of the last 12 years were played, and the duo cringed at the clips. "I don't know why our boss hired us!" joked Hannity. They each exchanged parting gifts (Colmes... [TVNewser]

"Colbert and Colmes" Premieres - Posted January 6, 2009
For one night only, FNC's Alan Colmes shared the Comedy Central stage with Stephen Colbert for the premiere episode of "Colbert and Colmes." "I'm looking forward to bringing some much needed balance to your show," said Colmes. That, of course, was not to be. By the end of the episode, just... [TVNewser]

Coulter: "I Think I'll Accept And Then Cancel At The Last Minute" - Posted January 5, 2009
The newest chapter in the NBC-Ann Coulter feud didn't even take a day to develop. Coulter appeared tonight on FNC's "Hannity & Colmes" to promote her new book, and the very first question from Sean Hannity related to the NBC cancellation. "I know the whole thing was a set up to... [TVNewser]

Colmes Stopping By Colbert Nation - Posted January 5, 2009
Last month "The Daily Show" (featuring Hall and Oates) gave a tribute to exiting FNC anchor Alan Colmes (and Sean Hannity responded to Jon Stewart). Now TVNewser hears Colmes will make an appearance tonight on Stewart's counterpart program, "The Colbert Report." No word on what will happen when the liberal host... [TVNewser]

TVNewser Challenge '08: A Look Back - Posted December 31, 2008
Last year at this time we brought you the 2008 TVNewser Challenge — eight questions about what will happen in the coming year. With more than 25,000 total votes cast, the results were set. In a year of some sketchy predicting ability by the "experts," how did you do with your... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: FNC, NBC, CNN... - Posted December 23, 2008
> "A Fox & Friends Christmas" airs tomorrow night from 8-10pmET, hosted by the weekday and weekend F&F teams. Special guests stopping by include Alan Colmes, Sean Hannity, Greta Van Susteren and more "unannounced" guests, sharing their favorite traditions and recipes, singing carols and exchanging presents. > Michael P. Hill... [TVNewser]

Hannity Responds To Stewart's Tribute - Posted December 12, 2008
Broadcasting & Cable's Marisa Guthrie talks to Sean Hannity about his upcoming new show, but also about Jon Stewart's tribute to Alan Colmes on last night's Daily Show. "I was actually thinking of Jon [Stewart] as a co-host but I needed someone who could be smart and funny without 50 writers and... [TVNewser]

"You're The Only Non-Douchebag On That Show" - Posted December 12, 2008
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart says goodbye to FNC's Alan Colmes, with the help of Daryl Hall and John Oates: .cc_box a:hover .cc_home{background:url('http://www.comedycentral.com/comedycentral/video/assets/syndicated-logo-over.png') !important;}.cc_links a{color:#b9b9b9;text-decoration:none;}.cc_show a{color:#707070;text-decoration:none;}.cc_title a{color:#868686;text-decoration:none;}.cc_links a:hover{color:#67bee2;text-decoration:underline;}The Daily Show With Jon StewartM - Th 11p / 10cHall & Oates Pay Tribute to Alan ColmesBarack Obama InterviewJohn McCain InterviewSarah Palin VideoFunny... [TVNewser]

Hall and Oats Take on Colmes - Posted December 12, 2008
.cc_box a:hover .cc_home{background:url('http://www.comedycentral.com/comedycentral/video/assets/syndicated-logo-over.png') !important;}.cc_links a{color:#b9b9b9;text-decoration:none;}.cc_show a{color:#707070;text-decoration:none;}.cc_title a{color:#868686;text-decoration:none;}.cc_links a:hover{color:#67bee2;text-decoration:underline;}The Daily Show With Jon StewartM - Th 11p / 10cHall & Oates Pay Tribute to Alan ColmesBarack Obama InterviewJohn McCain InterviewSarah Palin VideoFunny Election Video Pop duo Daryl Hall and John Oates had a reunion last night on the Daily Show with Jon Stewart... [FishBowlLA]

Breaking: "Hannity" To Premiere January 12 - Posted December 11, 2008
Exclusive: TVNewser has learned Fox News will debut a new program at 9pmET, entitled "Hannity," featuring Sean Hannity as host. The program premieres January 12. "Hannity" will include a "Great American Panel" of three nightly in studio guests — a liberal, a conservative and an "X factor." The show will mix commentary,... [TVNewser]

Sean Hannity Wants You To Vote In Our Poll - Posted December 9, 2008
Two weeks ago, Alan Colmes announced he was leaving Hannity & Colmes, and FNC told TVNewser a decision would be made "probably a week or two" after Thanksgiving as to who would replace Colmes or if Sean Hannity would go solo. So we took a poll. Last week, Kirsten Powers held... [TVNewser]

Powers Tops TVNewser H&C Replacement Poll - Posted December 2, 2008
While we await the announcement of what will become of FNC's 9pmET hour, we want to update you on last week's poll. We asked, "Who Should Replace Alan Colmes on Hannity & Colmes?" With more than 17,000 votes so far, Kirsten Powers has 34% of the vote, with Hannity solo in... [TVNewser]

"Chaos" Erupts Around CNN Correspondent During Mumbai Live Shot - Posted November 27, 2008
In the second day of the siege in Mumbai, some members of the media are finding themselves in the middle of local anger. CNN's Sara Sidner is the network's New Delhi correspondent. Sidner was reporting about the situation at the Taj Hotel when several locals began interrupting her live shot. Sidner... [TVNewser]

Cabler Connections to the Mumbai Attacks - Posted November 27, 2008
As networks were looking for correspondents on the ground to cover the attacks in Mumbai Wednesday, FBN had someone to talk to — reporter Jeff Flock's daughter, Elizabeth Flock. Flock is in Mumbai working for Forbes Magazine, and called in with reports of the situation. At the end of the segment, anchor... [TVNewser]

No Decision Yet on Hannity Going it Alone - Posted November 25, 2008
Despite a report that Sean Hannity will soon helm FNC's 9pmET alone when Alan Colmes departs at the end of the year, a Fox News executive tells TVNewser no decision has been made. "Contrary to what The New York Times is reporting, a final decision has not been made," says SVP of... [TVNewser]

"We Have A Democratic President, House and Senate; I Feel Like My Work Is Done" - Posted November 24, 2008
Why now? Why, after 12 years in prime time, five of those years at #1, has Alan Colmes decided to step down from "Hannity & Colmes?" "It's a great creative opportunity for me. I feel as though we have a Democratic President, House and Senate; I feel like my work is done," he... [TVNewser]

Fox News Prime Time AC (After Colmes) - Posted November 24, 2008
Alan Colmes' departure from his Fox News show is the first talent change the network has seen in prime time since Greta Van Susteren replaced Paula Zahn in 2002. Unlike its competitors, Fox News has had a consistent prime time lineup for nearly its entire existence: Fox Report with Shepard Smith at... [TVNewser]

Alan Colmes Leaving "Hannity & Colmes" - Posted November 24, 2008
Breaking: Alan Colmes is leaving his position as co-host of "Hannity & Colmes" at the end of 2008. According to the FNC release, he will stay on as a liberal commentator for FNC and as host of The Alan Colmes Show on FOX News Radio. He will also begin developing a weekend... [TVNewser]

Sean Hannity Doesn't Wear Suit Pants, And Other Things We Learned From Facebook - Posted November 17, 2008
Fox News promoted their redesigned Facebook page throughout The Live Desk this afternoon which now includes several new features, including a series of Fun Facts about some of their high profile anchors. Some tidbits of info revealed on the site: • Alan Colmes is "a gym rat" and "a former comedian" • Sean Hannity... [TVNewser]

Fox News Announces Election Night Plans - Posted October 29, 2008
Fox News will debut a brand new High Definition studio on Election Night, as viewers can watch FOX broadcasting on the network or the Fox News cable outlet (or on Fox News Radio...or on The Strategy room on Foxnews.com). Brit Hume anchors, beginning at 6pmET, on FNC, and Shepard Smith begins the... [TVNewser]

Jonah Goldberg on Worst Persons - Posted October 15, 2008
Jonah Goldberg made it onto Keith Olbermann's Worst Persons list yesterday. Jonah Goldberg is the Alan Colmes of the LAT. Doesn't exactly bring balance because well...he's not that sharp for his side.... [FishBowlLA]

Presidential Debate Round #2 - Posted October 7, 2008
Here are some of the coverage plans for tonight's town hall style debate at Belmont University in Nashville moderated by NBC's Tom Brokaw. All the following networks will carry the debate. • ABC: The team of Gibson, Sawyer and Stephanopolous will anchor again, this time from three different cities. Charlie Gibson will... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Roots, Tastes, Trips... - Posted August 22, 2008
> Next week begins a special Today show series, "Roots," where each anchor explores their heritage and family lineage. Monday begins with Meredith Vieira's trip to Faial in the Azores. > New York Magazine's Grub Street profiles the eating habits of FNC's Alan Colmes. "I'm a big steak fan," said Colmes.... [TVNewser]

Last Night in "Talking Points" - Posted July 30, 2008
The soap opera saga that is the Scott McClellan-talking points comments, in which he implied, than denied and apologized, then MSNBC doubted, that Bill O'Reilly and others at Fox News received Bush White House talking points, continued last night. • O'Reilly replayed his phone conversation with McClellan yesterday on the radio, and... [TVNewser]

Tracing the "Talking Points" Comment - Posted July 29, 2008
It all started at 5:22pmET last Friday. That's when former White House press secretary (and best-selling author) Scott McClellan told Hardball's Chris Matthews the Bush White House would send Fox News commentators "talking points." McClellan made the distinction, "between the journalists and between the commentators," but when pressed by Matthews if "people say,... [TVNewser]

Tracing the "Talking Points" Comment - Posted July 29, 2008
It all started at 5:22pmET last Friday. That's when former White House press secretary (and best-selling author) Scott McClellan told Hardball's Chris Matthews the Bush White House would send Fox News commentators "talking points." McClellan made the distinction, "between the journalists and between the commentators," but when pressed by Matthews if "people say,... [TVNewser]

"It Would Make it More Interesting if Bill Was on And Did It Live" - Posted July 21, 2008
It was MSNBC's turn at the TCA today, which has become a hot spot for media stories the past couple of weeks. Matea Gold of the Los Angeles Times writes about NBC News president Steve Capus' response to questions about the dual role of MSNBC's primary team of Chris Matthews and Keith... [TVNewser]

Wolfson Debuts on FNC, Murphy This Sunday - Posted July 11, 2008
New FNC contributor Howard Wolfson made his debut last night on Hannity & Colmes. Sean Hannity was the first FNC personality to welcome Wolfson to the team. "Welcome aboard as a contributor," he said. "I don't think we'll be agreeing often, but I don't agree with guy next to me that often... [TVNewser]

Hitchens Takes On Hannity, Reed - Posted May 17, 2007
These are becoming better pick-me-ups than your morning cup of coffee. Best part? When Alan Colmes turns to Ralph Reed to get his insight on Jerry Falwell, Hitchens says: And why not a word now from the friend of Jack Abramoff to give a kosher scent to religious fraud..That's all it needs now,... [FishBowlDC]

Did Hannity Dump Colmes To Get Rudy? - Posted February 6, 2007
Rudy Giuliani on Fox News' Hannity and Colmes last night: "We still have to formally announce it and do a few more things, but this about as close as you're going to get. ... Today, we just took another step toward running for president. It's a big step, an important one." How did... [FishBowlNY]