Bob Schieffer

Sunday Shows So Far... - Posted October 29, 2009
• We told you late yesterday David Plouffe will be joining David Gregory on "Meet the Press" this Sunday. President Obama's presidential campaign manager will be discussing his new book, "The Audacity to Win," which hits stands next Tuesday. We also learned today Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner will join the program. •... [FishBowlDC]

"Goatee Gamble": Goatee Remains, Charities Benefit - Posted October 23, 2009
At the end of "Goatee Gamble," the goatee remains, thus ending Chuck Todd's "insular nat'l goatee nightmare." The NBC White House correspondent tweets: @chucktpolitical: I just wrote two checks for $1,000 each to Dr. Shershah Syed and his incredible work helping Pakistani women and Samaritan's Inn. Here's hoping our insular nat'l goatee nightmare... [FishBowlDC]

Photos: "Karaoke in the Capital" - Posted October 22, 2009
Politics Daily's Melinda Henneberger and Susan Bennett. CBS' Bob Schieffer with "Best Duet" trophies. Guess who's belt? TWT's "Material Girl" Stephanie Green.... [FishBowlDC]

DC's Bravest Media Types Take Stage for "Karaoke in the Capital" - Posted October 22, 2009
How do you get cardigans and pearls to the Rock and Roll Hotel? "Karaoke in the Capital"... DC's bravest media types took center stage last night for charity. Donning a cowboy hat, a "Fort Worth Star Telegram" belt buckle, a leather belt that read "Schieffer" and a new beard, CBS' Bob... [FishBowlDC]

Cowboy Bob Grows a Beard - Posted October 21, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer doesn't have a stake in "Goatee Gamble," the National League Championship Series bet between NBC's Chuck Todd and ABC's Jake Tapper, but he's growing a beard anyway. The "Face the Nation" anchor surprised colleagues in the Washington bureau Monday with the new look after spending a week off... [FishBowlDC]

"Karaoke in the Capital" Takes Over Rock & Roll Hotel Tonight - Posted October 21, 2009
Get your ear plugs ready! DC media types will take center stage tonight at the Rock and Roll Hotel for "Karaoke in the Capital." And they're ready to rock... TPM's Christina Bellantoni posts on Facebook this morning: "People of Capitol Hill: I'm not crazy singing at the top of my lungs walking down... [FishBowlDC]

Last Night: Book Parties & Screenings - Posted October 20, 2009
• DC's media types also turned out last night for a screening of HBO's documentary "By the People: The Election of Barack Obama" at MPAA with filmmakers Amy Rice and Alicia Sams. NYT's Jeff Zeleny, the New Yorker's Ryan Lizza and Chicago Sun Times' Lynn Sweet were all actually in the... [FishBowlDC]

News Notes: TV Edition - Posted October 19, 2009
A few things we thought you should know... • Fox's Greta van Susteren is in North Korea for tonight's "On the Record." • Bloomberg's Peter Cook will interview Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi this week. The interview, which will air Wednesday at 2pm, will cover health care, jobs and Wall Street... [FishBowlDC]

News Notes: TV Edition - Posted October 19, 2009
A few things we thought you should know... • Fox's Greta van Susteren is in North Korea for tonight's "On the Record." • Bloomberg's Peter Cook will interview Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi this week. The interview, which will air Wednesday at 2pm, will cover health care, jobs and Wall Street... [FishBowlDC]

CBS Announces Jan Crawford Greenburg's Return - Posted October 19, 2009
We told you Friday that ABC's Jan Crawford Greenburg would be swapping networks to join her pal Bob Schieffer at CBS News. Today, her new network announced her return. In an email, CBS News President Sean McManus said he was happy to have Greenberg back at CBS. From his email: "I am very... [FishBowlDC]

CBS Announces Jan Crawford Greenburg's Return - Posted October 19, 2009
We told you Friday that ABC's Jan Crawford Greenburg would be swapping networks to join her pal Bob Schieffer at CBS News. Today, her new network announced her return. In an email, CBS News President Sean McManus said he was happy to have Greenberg back at CBS. From his email: "I am very... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Notes - Posted October 19, 2009
• Conflicts between the White House and Fox News remained a topic of discussion on the Sunday shows this weekend. This is after White House communications director Anita Dunn appeared on CNN's "Reliable Sources" last week and said of Fox, "Let's not pretend they're a news network..." On "This Week with George... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Notes - Posted October 19, 2009
• Conflicts between the White House and Fox News remained a topic of discussion on the Sunday shows this weekend. This is after White House communications director Anita Dunn appeared on CNN's "Reliable Sources" last week and said of Fox, "Let's not pretend they're a news network..." On "This Week with George... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 10.19.09 - Posted October 19, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. What we know and what we're reading this Monday morning... NEWSPAPERS | TV | RADIO | ONLINE | NEWS NOTES | AWARDS & EVENTS NEWSPAPERS NYT's David... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 10.19.09 - Posted October 19, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. What we know and what we're reading this Monday morning... NEWSPAPERS | TV | RADIO | ONLINE | NEWS NOTES | AWARDS & EVENTS NEWSPAPERS NYT's David... [FishBowlDC]

More News Notes: Stephopoulos, Dickerson & Feist - Posted October 16, 2009
• It's been a good week for George Stephanopoulos. He was the only TV newser to make GQ's "50 Most Powerful People in DC" list, his show "This Week" took second place in the Sunday show ratings, and just now ABC announced Stephanopoulos will be Diane Sawyer's primary substitute anchor of... [FishBowlDC]

More News Notes: Stephopoulos, Dickerson & Feist - Posted October 16, 2009
• It's been a good week for George Stephanopoulos. He was the only TV newser to make GQ's "50 Most Powerful People in DC" list, his show "This Week" took second place in the Sunday show ratings, and just now ABC announced Stephanopoulos will be Diane Sawyer's primary substitute anchor of... [FishBowlDC]

Greenburg Leaves ABC for CBS - Posted October 16, 2009
After three years at ABC, Jan Crawford Greenburg is leaving to take a gig under longtime friend and mentor Bob Schieffer at CBS News. After a short break (awaiting the expiration of her ABC non-compete clause), Greenburg will continue to cover the Supreme Court. ... [FishBowlDC]

Greenburg Leaves ABC for CBS - Posted October 16, 2009
After three years at ABC, Jan Crawford Greenburg is leaving to take a gig under longtime friend and mentor Bob Schieffer at CBS News. After a short break (awaiting the expiration of her ABC non-compete clause), Greenburg will continue to cover the Supreme Court. ... [FishBowlDC]

Jan Crawford Greenburg Leaves ABC for CBS - Posted October 16, 2009
TVNewser has learned ABC News senior legal correspondent Jan Crawford Greenburg is leaving ABC for CBS News. Greenburg, an Alabama native and mother of four, joined ABC News three years ago. Before ABC, Crawford Greenburg spent 20 years as a reporter for The Chicago Tribune, much of the time spent covering the... [TVNewser]

Jan Crawford Greenburg Leaves ABC for CBS - Posted October 16, 2009
TVNewser has learned ABC News senior legal correspondent Jan Crawford Greenburg is leaving ABC for CBS News. Greenburg, an Alabama native and mother of four, joined ABC News three years ago. Before ABC, Crawford Greenburg spent 20 years as a reporter for The Chicago Tribune, much of the time spent covering the... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings: "MTP" Holds First - Posted October 16, 2009
David Gregory and "Meet the Press" held first in both total viewers and demographic last Sunday. "Face the Nation" and Bob Schieffer, who pulled the highest ratings in the 25-54 demo the week before, slipped to third in both categories while GQ's "Most Powerful" listee George Stephanopoulos and "This Week" climbed... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings: "MTP" Holds First - Posted October 16, 2009
David Gregory and "Meet the Press" held first in both total viewers and demographic last Sunday. "Face the Nation" and Bob Schieffer, who pulled the highest ratings in the 25-54 demo the week before, slipped to third in both categories while GQ's "Most Powerful" listee George Stephanopoulos and "This Week" climbed... [FishBowlDC]

Trash Talkin' Now, Bad Singin' Next Week - Posted October 13, 2009
DC media types will take center stage at the Rock and Roll Hotel next Wednesday for "Karaoke in the Capital" and the trash talkin' has already started... TPM's Christina Bellantoni is taking on former colleagues TWT's "Green and Glover" columnists. In a press release for the event, TPM's newest senior reporter said,... [FishBowlDC]

Trash Talkin' Now, Bad Singin' Next Week - Posted October 13, 2009
DC media types will take center stage at the Rock and Roll Hotel next Wednesday for "Karaoke in the Capital" and the trash talkin' has already started... TPM's Christina Bellantoni is taking on former colleagues TWT's "Green and Glover" columnists. In a press release for the event, TPM's newest senior reporter said,... [FishBowlDC]

Today's Reading List 10.12.09 - Posted October 12, 2009
Embedded video from CNN Video Hope you're enjoying a three-day Columbus Day weekend. Happy Birthday to Chris Wallace (h/t Playbook). And now, hopefully, everything you need to know in DC media today in one post... NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE | NEWS NOTES | AWARDS & EVENTS NEWSPAPERS How's M. E. Sprengelmeyer doing at... [FishBowlDC]

Today's Reading List 10.12.09 - Posted October 12, 2009
Embedded video from CNN Video Hope you're enjoying a three-day Columbus Day weekend. Happy Birthday to Chris Wallace (h/t Playbook). And now, hopefully, everything you need to know in DC media today in one post... NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE | NEWS NOTES | AWARDS & EVENTS NEWSPAPERS How's M. E. Sprengelmeyer doing at... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings: Schieffer Wins Demo - Posted October 8, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer and "Face the Nation" put the smack down in the demo ratings this week, earning first place bragging rights in adults 25-54. David Gregory and "Meet the Press" earned the gold in total viewers while George Stephanopoulos slipped into the third place spot behind NBC's "MTP" and... [FishBowlDC]

Imus at FBN: 'I'm More Likely to Believe Shep Smith than Katie Couric or Brian Williams' - Posted October 4, 2009
Don Imus is back on TV. (Yes, he was on RFD-TV, but even he says his move to Fox Business Network is, "the difference between being on television and being on an Etch A Sketch.") Imus talked with WaPo's Howard Kurtz about joining a team that includes Bill O'Reilly, Glenn Beck and... [TVNewser]

Imus at FBN: 'I'm More Likely to Believe Shep Smith than Katie Couric or Brian Williams' - Posted October 4, 2009
Don Imus is back on TV. (Yes, he was on RFD-TV, but even he says his move to Fox Business Network is, "the difference between being on television and being on an Etch A Sketch.") Imus talked with WaPo's Howard Kurtz about joining a team that includes Bill O'Reilly, Glenn Beck and... [TVNewser]

"Face" Books Clinton... Hillary Clinton - Posted September 24, 2009
It'll be Clinton vs. Clinton in this week's Sunday show race. "Meet the Press" has former President Bill Clinton booked on NBC, and "Face the Nation" just announced that CBS too will have a Clinton... Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Harry Smith, who is filling in for Bob Schieffer this week,... [FishBowlDC]

Enough About the Future of Katie Couric and Charlie Gibson -- What About Brian Williams? - Posted September 21, 2009
Washington Whispers asked former CBS Evening News anchor Bob Schieffer who might make a good replacement for -- not Katie Couric on CBS -- but for Brian Williams on the NBC Nightly News. "I think there's a very good chance certainly one of the contenders for that job would be Ann Curry,"... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Wrap-Up: Obama-Rama - Posted September 21, 2009
Embedded video from CNN Video • Above, on CNN's "Reliable Sources" yesterday, Howard Kurtz discussed, among other topics, President Obama's five-Sunday-show-blitz with WaPo's Chris Cillizza, conservative commentator Amy Holmes and St. Petersburg Times' Eric Deggans. • More from Kurtz in WaPo's Media Notes "Saturation Sunday": ""Anytime is a good time to interview the... [FishBowlDC]

Two CBS'ers to Tie the Knot - Posted September 20, 2009
FishbowlDC would like to congratulate one of our favorite couples in DC media, CBS' Michelle Levi and Fernando Suarez, who got engaged just this morning! The couple met and both still work at the Washington Bureau of CBS News. Co-workers joked over email today that the wedding should take place in... [FishBowlDC]

President Obama Pretapes Sunday Shows Today - Posted September 18, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer, NBC's David Gregory, ABC's George Stephanopoulos and CNN's John King are all headed to the White House this afternoon to pre-tape their Sunday shows' interviews with President Obama. FBDC hears they'll each have about 15 minutes with the President. >>UPDATE: For Univision, it was Jorge Ramos, who interviewed... [FishBowlDC]

NPC Remembers Cronkite and Hewitt - Posted September 17, 2009
Rather, Kalb, Schieffer and Schorr last night at the National Press Club. Marvin Kalb moderated a discussion between Bob Schieffer, Daniel Schorr and Dan Rather last evening at the National Press Club called "A Tribute to Walter Cronkite and Don Hewitt." They shared their favorite stories and memories of the "most trusted man... [FishBowlDC]

NPC Remembers Cronkite and Hewitt - Posted September 14, 2009
The National Press Club will hold "A Tribute to Walter Cronkite and Don Hewitt" this Wednesday evening. Former CBS newsman Marvin Kalb will moderate a panel of Bob Schieffer, Dan Rather, and Daniel Schorr, who will all share personal ancedotes about the "most trusted man in America" and the creator of... [FishBowlDC]

Friends, Colleagues, Presidents Remember Walter Cronkite - Posted September 9, 2009
This morning TVNewser attended the public memorial service for Walter Cronkite at Lincoln Center in New York City. The service included remarks from close friends including Andy Rooney and Bob Schieffer as well as major public figures including President Barack Obama who did not know Cronkite, and former President Bill Clinton,... [TVNewser]

Friends, Colleagues, Presidents Remember Walter Cronkite - Posted September 9, 2009
This morning TVNewser attended the public memorial service for Walter Cronkite at Lincoln Center in New York City. The service included remarks from close friends including Andy Rooney and Bob Schieffer as well as major public figures including President Barack Obama who did not know Cronkite, and former President Bill Clinton,... [TVNewser]

Walter Cronkite IV an Intern At (Where Else?) CBS News - Posted September 9, 2009
Walter Cronkite IV (far left) at today's memorial service for his grandfather. The college student is an intern at the CBS News bureau in Washington, DC this fall. Walter Cronkite IV, the grandson of legendary CBS Newsman Walter Cronkite, is an intern this fall at CBS' Washington, DC bureau. The junior at... [TVNewser]

Walter Cronkite IV an Intern At (Where Else?) CBS News - Posted September 9, 2009
Walter Cronkite IV (far left) at today's memorial service for his grandfather. The college student is an intern at the CBS News bureau in Washington, DC this fall. Walter Cronkite IV, the grandson of legendary CBS Newsman Walter Cronkite, is an intern this fall at CBS' Washington, DC bureau. The junior at... [TVNewser]

Gathering for the Walter Cronkite Memorial Service - Posted September 9, 2009
Outside at Lincoln Center, prior to the Walter Cronkite memorial service.At this hour, a veritable who's who of journalists, political figures, and other newsmakers are either on their way to Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York — or have arrived there by now — for the public memorial... [TVNewser]

Gathering for the Walter Cronkite Memorial Service - Posted September 9, 2009
Outside at Lincoln Center, prior to the Walter Cronkite memorial service.At this hour, a veritable who's who of journalists, political figures, and other newsmakers are either on their way to Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York — or have arrived there by now — for the public memorial... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings: Schieffer Shakes Things Up - Posted September 3, 2009
NBC's David Gregory and "MTP" again held on to first place this week but Bob Schieffer and CBS' "Face the Nation" shook things up by tying ABC's "This Week" with George Stephanopoulos in total viewers and knocking ABC into third place in the demo (25-54). For Sunday August 30, 2009: Total Viewers:... [FishBowlDC]

Fishbook's Final Category: "Cutest Couple" of 2009 - Posted September 2, 2009
Alright folks... the final category. Which couple is so cute that you can't stand it? Start voting on DC Media's "Cutest Couple" of 2009. *The photo collage is now complete. Take special note of Kilroy and Armstrong - our last picture to be added! FishbookDC's Cutest Couple of 2009. ... [FishBowlDC]

Fishbook's Final Category: "Cutest Couple" of 2009 - Posted September 2, 2009
Alright folks... the final category. Which couple is so cute that you can't stand it? Start voting on DC Media's "Cutest Couple" of 2009. *The photo collage is now complete. Take special note of Kilroy and Armstrong - our last picture to be added! FishbookDC's Cutest Couple of 2009. ... [FishBowlDC]

Gibson Retires, Sawyer to 'World News': By The Numbers - Posted September 2, 2009
When Charlie Gibson took over "World News Tonight," (as it was still known then) in May 2006, he began to give perennial #1 evening news broadcast "NBC Nightly News" and its newish anchor Brian Williams, who took over "Nightly" in December 2004, a run in the ratings. By March 2007, Gibson... [TVNewser]

Gibson Retires, Sawyer to 'World News': By The Numbers - Posted September 2, 2009
When Charlie Gibson took over "World News Tonight," (as it was still known then) in May 2006, he began to give perennial #1 evening news broadcast "NBC Nightly News" and its newish anchor Brian Williams, who took over "Nightly" in December 2004, a run in the ratings. By March 2007, Gibson... [TVNewser]

FishbookDC: Remaining Candidates Revealed - Posted September 1, 2009
Cutest Couple CNN's Dana Bash & John King Examiner's Kiki Ryan & Bloomberg's Tim Burger Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman & MSNBC's David Shuster Politico's Vandeharris CBS' Bob Schieffer & Kaylee Hartung NPR's Geoff Bennett & People/HuffPo's Beth Perry WaPo's Mary Ann Akers and Newsweek's Mike Isikoff Roll Call's Elizabeth Brotherton & TWT's Sonny Bunch CQ-RC... [FishBowlDC]

FishbookDC: Remaining Candidates Revealed - Posted September 1, 2009
Cutest Couple CNN's Dana Bash & John King Examiner's Kiki Ryan & Bloomberg's Tim Burger Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman & MSNBC's David Shuster Politico's Vandeharris CBS' Bob Schieffer & Kaylee Hartung NPR's Geoff Bennett & People/HuffPo's Beth Perry WaPo's Mary Ann Akers and Newsweek's Mike Isikoff Roll Call's Elizabeth Brotherton & TWT's Sonny Bunch CQ-RC... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 08.31.09 - Posted August 31, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. What know and what we're reading this Monday morning... NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE | BOOKS | NEWS NOTES | JOBS NEWSPAPERS The Boston Globe printed an editorial... [FishBowlDC]

It's Never Too Early: Bob Schieffer Named 2010 Commencement Speaker - Posted August 30, 2009
Graduation season may seem a long time away, but the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York has announced that Bob Schieffer will be its next commencement speaker, on May 21, 2010. "As a senior statesman among journalists in media today, Bob Schieffer brings valuable insight that will help shape the perspective... [TVNewser]

Kennedy Coverage on TV Tonight and Tomorrow - Posted August 28, 2009
Tonight a "Celebration of Life Memorial Service" will be held for Senator Ted Kennedy at the JFK Library in Boston. Saturday, the Senator's funeral services will be held in Boston and in Arlington National Cemetery. Here's how it will be covered (via TVNewser): CNN: Beginning at 7pmET, Campbell Brown and Wolf Blitzer... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings: #1 NBC, #2 ABC, #3 CBS, #4 FOX - Posted August 27, 2009
NBC's "Meet the Press" with David Gregory took first place in the Sunday show showdown this week. "MTP" pulled over half a million more total viewers than ABC but "This Week" and George Stephanopoulos continued to close the viewing gap (the 26th week since January) with "Meet." CBS' "Face the... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings: #1 NBC, #2 ABC, #3 CBS, #4 FOX - Posted August 27, 2009
NBC's "Meet the Press" with David Gregory took first place in the Sunday show showdown this week. "MTP" pulled over half a million more total viewers than ABC but "This Week" and George Stephanopoulos continued to close the viewing gap (the 26th week since January) with "Meet." CBS' "Face the... [FishBowlDC]

DC Journos Reflect on Senator Kennedy's Life and Legacy - Posted August 26, 2009
There were many remembrances today of Senator Ted Kennedy. Here are just some from DC journos that caught our eye... • Above, Bob Schieffer and Boston Globe's Tom Oliphant share memories of years of covering Senator Kennedy on CBS' daily webcast "Washington Unplugged." • "Meet the Press" executive producer Betsy Fischer shares a... [FishBowlDC]

DC Journos Reflect on Senator Kennedy's Life and Legacy - Posted August 26, 2009
There were many remembrances today of Senator Ted Kennedy. Here are just some from DC journos that caught our eye... • Above, Bob Schieffer and Boston Globe's Tom Oliphant share memories of years of covering Senator Kennedy on CBS' daily webcast "Washington Unplugged." • "Meet the Press" executive producer Betsy Fischer shares a... [FishBowlDC]

DC Journos Reflect on Senator Kennedy's Life and Legacy - Posted August 26, 2009
There were many remembrances today of Senator Ted Kennedy. Here are just some from DC journos that caught our eye... • Above, Bob Schieffer and Boston Globe's Tom Oliphant share memories of years of covering Senator Kennedy on CBS' daily webcast "Washington Unplugged." • "Meet the Press" executive producer Betsy Fischer shares a... [FishBowlDC]

Belated Reading List 08.26.09 - Posted August 26, 2009
You know its a big news day when you ditch the Venti for the Starbucks "jug." Playing catch-up... Whitney Kuhn, Megan Grant, Nu Wexler, Meredith Harman, Kirit Radia, Clarice Feldman, Ann Limpert and David King all correctly guessed that FBDC dined at Brasserie Beck on Tuesday. And Happy Birthday to Ben Bradlee.... [FishBowlDC]

Belated Reading List 08.26.09 - Posted August 26, 2009
You know its a big news day when you ditch the Venti for the Starbucks "jug." Guess the desk. Playing catch-up... Whitney Kuhn, Megan Grant, Nu Wexler, Meredith Harman, Kirit Radia, Clarice Feldman, Ann Limpert and David King all correctly guessed that FBDC dined at Brasserie Beck on Tuesday. And Happy Birthday... [FishBowlDC]

Belated Reading List 08.26.09 - Posted August 26, 2009
You know its a big news day when you ditch the Venti for the Starbucks "jug." Guess the desk. Playing catch-up... Whitney Kuhn, Megan Grant, Nu Wexler, Meredith Harman, Kirit Radia, Clarice Feldman, Ann Limpert and David King all correctly guessed that FBDC dined at Brasserie Beck on Tuesday. And Happy Birthday... [FishBowlDC]

Death of Ted Kennedy: The Newsers Who Covered Him - Posted August 26, 2009
During the Washington Unplugged series on CBSNews.com, two of the reporters who covered Ted Kennedy the longest -- Bob Schieffer of CBS News and Tom Oliphant of the Boston Globe -- remember Sen. Kennedy. ... [TVNewser]

Katie Couric Named 2009 Neuharth Award Winner - Posted August 26, 2009
Katie Couric has been named the 2009 recipient of the Al Neuharth Award for Excellence in the Media. The award is named for the founder of USA Today and the Freedom Forum. It will be presented on October 8 at the University of South Dakota, Neuharth's alma mater. Couric is scheduled to... [TVNewser]

Most Recent Sunday Show Ratings - Posted August 20, 2009
TVNewser: NBC's "Meet the Press" had a strong first-place showing this week, pulling away from "This Week" by 889K Total Viewers with it's best number since April 19, 2009. Among other guests, MSNBC's Rachel Maddow made her first MTP appearance this week. "Fox News Sunday" had an additional 1.88M Total Viewers... [FishBowlDC]

Most Recent Sunday Show Ratings - Posted August 20, 2009
TVNewser: NBC's "Meet the Press" had a strong first-place showing this week, pulling away from "This Week" by 889K Total Viewers with it's best number since April 19, 2009. Among other guests, MSNBC's Rachel Maddow made her first MTP appearance. This was also a week that Jake Tapper filled in for... [FishBowlDC]

President Obama to Speak at Cronkite Memorial - Posted August 18, 2009
The White House confirms today that President Obama will attend and speak at a memorial service for Walter Cronkite in NY next month. AP reports the speakers list is not yet complete, but Bill Clinton, Katie Couric, Andy Rooney, Buzz Aldrin, Bob Schieffer and Tom Brokaw are expected. And Mickey Hart,... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 08.18.09 - Posted August 18, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. That's Rob Thomas above- Mix 107.3's Tommy McFly hosted a concert and Q&A with the musician yesterday at Gibson Guitar Shop in Chinatown. Happy 21st Birthday... [FishBowlDC]

Cronkite Memorial Guest Speaker list - Posted August 17, 2009
On September 9th, Lincoln Center in New York City will host the Walter Crokite memorial service, which, according to a NYPost Page Six listing, will feature several high-profile speakers: President Obama is expected to speak, as are Bill Clinton, Buzz Aldrin for NASA, and Nick Clooney in place of his son, George... [TVNewser]

A Few People Who Aren't Affected By Today's Twitter Outtages... - Posted August 6, 2009
C-SPAN has put together this montage of a few people around town who aren't quite affected by today's Twitter outtages... Non or infrequent Tweeters include Bill Press, Mark Shields, National Review's Jonah Goldberg, ABC's Sam Donaldson, Helen Thomas, CBS' Bob Schieffer, The Nation's Christopher Hayes, VF's James Wolcott and Newsweek's Jon... [FishBowlDC]

A Few People Who Aren't Affected By Today's Twitter Outtages... - Posted August 6, 2009
C-SPAN has put together this montage of a few people around town who aren't quite affected by today's Twitter outtages... Non or infrequent Tweeters include Bill Press, Mark Shields, National Review's Jonah Goldberg, ABC's Sam Donaldson, Helen Thomas, CBS' Bob Schieffer, The Nation's Christopher Hayes, VF's James Wolcott and Newsweek's Jon... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out The Trash: Birthday Edition - Posted August 4, 2009
• Patrick Gavin somehow got the Examiner's Julie Mason, Bill Press, American Urban Radio's April Ryan and others to sing the President Happy Birthday. Though we're sure the Politico reporter didn't have to twist CBS' Bob Schieffer's arm- after all, he is a professional.... [FishBowlDC]

Sally & Schieffer: On Faith, Cronkite and Sundays at Face - Posted July 28, 2009
Sally Quinn stopped by Bob Schieffer's CBS office to chat "On Faith," about his good friend Walter Cronkite and how he spends his Sundays not at church, but on Face the Nation. On Cronkite: "He's who I wanted to be, he's still who I want to be." On religion: "I think about religion... [FishBowlDC]

NY Media Gather For Cronkite|Which Journos Were Called On At Last Night's Presser?|Tribune Seeks Millions For Bonuses|National Geographic Publishes Readers Photos|Everyone Trusts Jon Stewart - Posted July 23, 2009
TVNewser: Walter Cronkite's funeral was today, and here's a peek at some of the people in attendance. The crowd included Bob Schieffer, Les Moonves, Katie Couric, Connie Chung, Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, Brian Williams, Barbara Walters, Charlie Gibson, Tom Brokaw, Andy Rooney, Dan Rather and Meredith Vieira. FishbowlDC: A run-down of... [FishBowlNY]

DC'ers Honor Cronkite at Today's Funeral - Posted July 23, 2009
The funeral service for Walter Cronkite was held in NY today at St. Bartholomew Church. CBSNews.com had a live feed of the service. Bob Schieffer, Bill Plante, Carl Bernstein, Brit Hume and Howard Kurtz (with a notebook and updating his Facebook status) were among some of the journos who traveled up from... [FishBowlDC]

Gathering for the Funeral of Walter Cronkite - Posted July 23, 2009
Les Moonves, Katie Couric and Sean McManus at St. Bartholomew church for the funeral for Walter Cronkite. We're keeping our eye on CBSNews.com and the funeral service for Walter Cronkite which will begin at 2pmET. Already at St. Bartholomew in Midtown Manhattan we've spotted Bill Plante, Bob Schieffer, Aaron Brown, Maggie Rodriguez... [TVNewser]

CBS Pays Tribute To Walter Cronkite - Posted July 19, 2009
Watch CBS Videos Online Katie Couric anchored this special report. CBSNews.com has a special section commemorating the life and work of Walter Cronkite. It includes video from some of Cronkite's most memorable reports, including his final Evening News broadcast. Sunday's "Face the Nation" was guest-anchored by Harry Smith, who was joined by Bob... [FishBowlDC]

CBS Pays Tribute To Walter Cronkite - Posted July 19, 2009
Watch CBS Videos Online Katie Couric anchored this special report. CBSNews.com has a special section commemorating the life and work of Walter Cronkite. It includes video from some of Cronkite's most memorable reports, including his final Evening News broadcast. Sunday's "Face the Nation" was guest-anchored by Harry Smith, who was joined by Bob... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Show Remembrances for Walter Cronkite; 'Evening News' Voiceover Retired - Posted July 18, 2009
The Saturday morning news broadcasts turned into tributes to Walter Cronkite. On CBS' "The Early Show" weekday anchors Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez hosted alongside Saturday Early anchor Chris Wragge. Guests included Katie Couric, who will anchor the CBS Evening News tonight. What you won't hear on the Evening News going forward... [TVNewser]

How Cable News Covered the Death of Walter Cronkite - Posted July 17, 2009
As the special report on CBS came to an end at 8:21pm, the cable news networks began their coverage of the death of Walter Cronkite. • CNN's Campbell Brown began continuing coverage at 8:18pm and included phone interviews with Don Hewitt, Susan Zirinksy and former CBS Newsman, now CNN anchor John Roberts.... [TVNewser]

How Cable News Covered the Death of Walter Cronkite - Posted July 17, 2009
As the special report on CBS came to an end at 8:21pm, the cable news networks began their coverage of the death of Walter Cronkite. • CNN's Campbell Brown began continuing coverage at 8:18pm and included phone interviews with Don Hewitt, Susan Zirinksy and former CBS Newsman, now CNN anchor John Roberts.... [TVNewser]

How Cable News Covered the Death of Walter Cronkite - Posted July 17, 2009
As the special report on CBS came to an end at 8:21pm, the cable news networks began their coverage of the death of Walter Cronkite. • CNN's Campbell Brown began continuing coverage at 8:18pm and included phone interviews with Don Hewitt, Susan Zirinksy and former CBS Newsman, now CNN anchor John Roberts.... [TVNewser]

Tony Snow Remembered - Posted July 10, 2009
Alissa Krinsky TVNewser Contributor Sunday will mark one year since the death of Tony Snow from cancer. He battled the disease, which originated in his colon before spreading, for more than three years. Snow, a longtime commentator and journalist, anchored at Fox News Channel and later worked for a short time at CNN. In... [TVNewser]

Barbara Walters to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award - Posted July 10, 2009
Variety reports that the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences will be presenting Barbara Walters with its Lifetime Achievement Award at the 30th News and Documentary Emmy Awards. The "20/20" anchor and EP/co-host of "The View" will receive the award at the ceremony on September 21st. Since joining the "Today"... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings - July 5, 2009 - Posted July 9, 2009
Without "Meet the Press" (due to the Wimbledon Men's Final) "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" wins the Sunday show race. The ABC show was up 15% in Total Viewers from the same weekend last year, up 27% in A25-54 viewers. "Week" is up 9% year-to-date, while CBS' "Face the Nation with... [TVNewser]

Afternoon Round-Up - Posted July 6, 2009
• Kal Penn has finally arrived to work in DC. WaPo's Reliable Source reports today was the former "House" actor's first day on the job as an associate director in the White House's Office of Public Engagement. • Former embed reporters Scott Conroy and Shushanna Walshe appeared on CBS' webcast "Washington Unplugged"... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 07.06.09 - Posted July 6, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. Happy Birthday to NBC's Athena Jones! What we know and what we're reading this Monday morning... NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE | BOOKS | NEWS NOTES... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings: June 28, 2009 - Posted July 3, 2009
"Meet the Press with David Gregory was #1 again last week and for the second quarter of 2009 - the show's 47th consecutive quarterly win in Total Viewers. But the gap continues to narrow. "Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer" was second in Total Viewers last week while "This Week with George... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings: June 28, 2009 - Posted July 3, 2009
"Meet the Press with David Gregory was #1 again last week and for the second quarter of 2009 - the show's 47th consecutive quarterly win in Total Viewers. But the gap continues to narrow. "Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer" was second in Total Viewers last week while "This Week with George... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings: June 28, 2009 - Posted July 3, 2009
"Meet the Press with David Gregory was #1 again last week and for the second quarter of 2009 - the show's 47th consecutive quarterly win in Total Viewers. But the gap continues to narrow. "Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer" was second in Total Viewers last week while "This Week with George... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List 07.02.09 - Posted July 2, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. Happy Birthday to NYT's Peter Baker and a big congratulations to Roll Call's David Meyers, whose daughter Sophie Rose Meyers was born on June 16th--... [FishBowlDC]

DC-Based Novel "Mortal Friends" Hits Bookshelves This Week, Honey - Posted June 30, 2009
Watch CBS Videos Online Bob Schieffer opened his interview with "Mortal Friends" author Jane Stanton Hitchcock with the same question on every long-time Washingtonian's mind... "I'm going to ask the obvious question- am I in this book?" On CBS' webcast "Washington Unplugged," the novelist, and wife of WaPo foreign affairs editor Jim Hoagland,... [FishBowlDC]

DC-Based Novel "Mortal Friends" Hits Bookshelves This Week, Honey - Posted June 30, 2009
Watch CBS Videos Online Bob Schieffer opened his interview with "Mortal Friends" author Jane Stanton Hitchcock with the same question on every long-time Washingtonian's mind... "I'm going to ask the obvious question- am I in this book?" On CBS' webcast "Washington Unplugged," the novelist, and wife of WaPo foreign affairs editor Jim Hoagland,... [FishBowlDC]

FishbowlDC Interview: An "Affair" to Remember w/ CNN's Jill Dougherty - Posted June 30, 2009
In honor of President Obama's trip to Moscow next week, we decided to interview someone who knows a thing or two about Russia and foreign policy. So who better than CNN's Jill Dougherty? Dougherty is CNN's foreign affairs correspondent and former Moscow bureau chief. We were... [FishBowlDC]

FishbowlDC Interview: An "Affair" to Remember w/ CNN's Jill Dougherty - Posted June 30, 2009
In honor of President Obama's trip to Moscow next week, we decided to interview someone who knows a thing or two about Russia and foreign policy. So who better than CNN's Jill Dougherty? Dougherty is CNN's foreign affairs correspondent and former Moscow bureau chief. We were... [FishBowlDC]

DC Heads To Aspen For Ideas Festival 2009 - Posted June 29, 2009
Andrea Mitchell, Bob Schieffer and Katharine Weymouth are among just some of the Washingtonians flocking to Colorado this week for the 2009 Aspen Ideas Festival. Hosted by the Aspen Institute and The Atlantic, the festival runs today through July 5th and this year's theme is "Ideas that Work," with programs like... [FishBowlDC]

DC Heads To Aspen For Ideas Festival 2009 - Posted June 29, 2009
Andrea Mitchell, Bob Schieffer and Katharine Weymouth are among just some of the Washingtonians flocking to Colorado this week for the 2009 Aspen Ideas Festival. Hosted by the Aspen Institute and The Atlantic, the festival runs today through July 5th and this year's theme is "Ideas that Work," with programs like... [FishBowlDC]

Weekend Show Preview 06.27.09 - Posted June 26, 2009
NBC's Meet the Press with David Gregory: Senior White House Adviser David Axelrod, Mitt Romney and Lindsey Graham. Roundtable with David Brooks, E.J. Dionne, Mike Murphy and Dee Dee Myers. CBS' Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer: UN Ambassador Susan Rice and Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour. ABC's This Week: Fox News Sunday:... [FishBowlDC]

Weekend Show Preview 06.27.09 - Posted June 26, 2009
NBC's Meet the Press with David Gregory: Senior White House Adviser David Axelrod, Mitt Romney and Lindsey Graham. Roundtable with David Brooks, E.J. Dionne, Mike Murphy and Dee Dee Myers. CBS' Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer: UN Ambassador Susan Rice and Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour. ABC's This Week: Fox News Sunday:... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 06.25.09 - Posted June 25, 2009
During his press conference yesterday afternoon, South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford was identified as (D) on Fox News. The incorrect (D) on the lower third banner appeared for about 7 seconds. Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for... [FishBowlDC]

The Ticker: Schieffer, Frei, Wilson... - Posted June 24, 2009
> Bob Schieffer's younger brother has officially kicked off his run for governor of Texas. Tom Schieffer, a Democrat and a former ambassador to Australia and Japan during the administration of President George W. Bush, announced his candidacy in Fort Worth this morning. > Tonight, BBC World News America begins... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Schieffer, Frei, Wilson... - Posted June 24, 2009
> Bob Schieffer's younger brother has officially kicked off his run for governor of Texas. Tom Schieffer, a Democrat and a former ambassador to Australia and Japan during the administration of President George W. Bush, announced his candidacy in Fort Worth this morning. > Tonight, BBC World News America begins... [TVNewser]

Who's The Most Sought After Sunday Show Guest In Washington? - Posted June 24, 2009
David Gregory, Bob Schieffer and George Stephanopoulos at CSIS yesterday. It's a million dollar question- and the answer will really surprise you. Who is the most sought after Sunday show guest in Washington? Bob Schieffer, David Gregory and George Stephanopoulos all agree: Bo the dog. In a rare joint appearance, the hosts... [FishBowlDC]

What Are Morley Safer, Bob Schieffer And Chris Matthews All Doing On Page 6? - Posted June 23, 2009
No scandal here. NY Post's Page 6 notes the three journos were in New York City yesterday shooting scenes for a movie with Harrison Ford and Rachel McAdams. MSNBC's Chris Matthews and CBS' Bob Schieffer and Morley Safer all play themselves in "Morning Glory," a movie about a TV producer, played... [FishBowlDC]

What Are Morley Safer, Bob Schieffer And Chris Matthews All Doing On Page 6? - Posted June 23, 2009
No scandal here. NY Post's Page 6 notes the three journos were in New York City yesterday shooting scenes for a movie with Harrison Ford and Rachel McAdams. MSNBC's Chris Matthews and CBS' Bob Schieffer and Morley Safer all play themselves in "Morning Glory," a movie about a TV producer, played... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings - June 14, 2009 - Posted June 18, 2009
On the first Sunday following the switch to DTV, NBC's Meet the Press was again the #1 show in all categories. This was also the one-year anniversary of the death of longtime MTP moderator Tim Russert who was memorialized at the end of Sunday's show. CBS's Face the Nation came in second... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings - June 14, 2009 - Posted June 18, 2009
On the first Sunday following the switch to DTV, NBC's Meet the Press was again the #1 show in all categories. This was also the one-year anniversary of the death of longtime MTP moderator Tim Russert who was memorialized at the end of Sunday's show. CBS's Face the Nation came in second... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings - June 14, 2009 - Posted June 18, 2009
On the first Sunday following the switch to DTV, NBC's Meet the Press was again the #1 show in all categories. This was also the one-year anniversary of the death of longtime MTP moderator Tim Russert who was memorialized at the end of Sunday's show. CBS's Face the Nation came in second... [TVNewser]

CBS Webcast "Washington Unplugged" Goes Daily - Posted June 16, 2009
CBS News announced "Washington Unplugged," the network's political webcast anchored by Bob Schieffer and based out of the DC bureau, will expand from a weekly to a daily broadcast online. The webcast will air everyday at 12:30pm at CBSNews.com/WashingtonUnplugged and will include newsmaker interviews and roundtable discussions. The webcast streams live... [FishBowlDC]

Remembering Russert: DC And Beyond Reflect - Posted June 15, 2009
This past Saturday marked the one year anniversary of the death of Tim Russert. The journalism icon was remembered this weekend throughout DC and beyond- with tributes in his hometown newspaper, The Buffalo News, on NBC by his former colleagues, and also by his former competitors. "Meet the Press" anchor David... [FishBowlDC]

Awards, Serenades Aplenty At 2009 SPJ Hall Of Fame Dinner - Posted June 10, 2009
Last night at the National Press Club, the Society of Professional Journalists DC Chapter inducted its 2009 honorees into the Hall of Fame. WaPo's Courtland Milloy was also presented the SPJ Distinguished Service Award (introduced by colleague Eugene Robinson). Hall of Famers included PBS' Gwen Ifill, CBS' Bob Schieffer, US News... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 06.09.09 - Posted June 9, 2009
Good morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. What we know and what we're reading this Tuesday morning, the day of Joe Curl's birth. Happy Birthday! NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE | NEWS... [FishBowlDC]

Sean McManus on the CNN/CBS Partnership Talks, Bob Schieffer's Eventual Successor - Posted June 8, 2009
TV Guide's Stephen Battaglio talks to CBS News & Sports President Sean McManus in the wake of some good news for the organization last week. On CBS News' "number one challenge": The number one challenge is keeping some really good momentum going forward — remaining a viable news division that is run in... [TVNewser]

Sean McManus on the CNN/CBS Partnership Talks, Bob Schieffer's Eventual Successor - Posted June 8, 2009
TV Guide's Stephen Battaglio talks to CBS News & Sports President Sean McManus in the wake of some good news for the organization last week. On CBS News' "number one challenge": The number one challenge is keeping some really good momentum going forward — remaining a viable news division that is run in... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings - Posted June 5, 2009
"Meet the Press with David Gregory" was again the #1 public affairs show last Sunday morning, but the gap between NBC and its competitors on CBS and ABC continues to shrink. Just 190,000 Total Viewers separated first place NBC and third place ABC. "Face the Nation" moderated by Bob Schieffer, the... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings - Posted June 5, 2009
"Meet the Press with David Gregory" was again the #1 public affairs show last Sunday morning, but the gap between NBC and its competitors on CBS and ABC continues to shrink. Just 190,000 Total Viewers separated first place NBC and third place ABC. "Face the Nation" moderated by Bob Schieffer, the... [TVNewser]

Orman, Schieffer and More at the Gracies - Posted June 4, 2009
FishbowlNY's Amanda Ernst has the full recap from last night's Gracie Awards. CNBC host Suze Orman accepted her sixth Gracie award during the ceremony — the most ever. "I'm a woman and I'm so proud to be a woman, and I'm proud to do programming for women," Orman said in her acceptance... [TVNewser]

Orman, Schieffer and More at the Gracies - Posted June 4, 2009
FishbowlNY's Amanda Ernst has the full recap from last night's Gracie Awards. CNBC host Suze Orman accepted her sixth Gracie award during the ceremony — the most ever. "I'm a woman and I'm so proud to be a woman, and I'm proud to do programming for women," Orman said in her acceptance... [TVNewser]

Amy Poehler, Rachael Ray And MTV's McGrath Headline Gracie Awards - Posted June 4, 2009
Last night in New York City, the Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television presented their 34th annual Gracie Awards honoring the top women making entertainment for women. The night's biggest winners were Amy Poehler, who took home the 2009 Dove Real Beauty Award, Tribute Award winner Rachael Ray and... [FishBowlNY]

Amy Poehler, Rachael Ray And MTV's McGrath Headline Gracie Awards - Posted June 4, 2009
Last night in New York City, the Foundation of American Women in Radio & Television presented their 34th annual Gracie Awards honoring the top women making entertainment for women. The night's biggest winners were Amy Poehler, who took home the 2009 Dove Real Beauty Award, Tribute Award winner Rachael Ray and... [FishBowlNY]

Honky Tonk Confidential Rocks WHNPA Annual Dinner - Posted June 2, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer was the emcee at the White House News Photographers Associaton's annual dinner this weekend at the Ritz- and he brought the band! Unbeknownst to the crowd, Schieffer was wearing black Levi's with his tuxedo jacket throughout the program. After the dinner service, the cowboy took off cummerbund to reveal... [FishBowlDC]

Honky Tonk Confidential Rocks WHNPA Annual Dinner - Posted June 2, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer was the emcee at the White House News Photographers Associaton's annual dinner this weekend at the Ritz- and he brought the band! Unbeknownst to the crowd, Schieffer was wearing black Levi's with his tuxedo jacket throughout the program. After the dinner service, the cowboy took off cummerbund to reveal... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Preview for 05.31.09 - Posted May 29, 2009
So our headline has become a bit misleading...really should read "Weekend Show Preview." That said, I think it is just about complete. NBC's Meet the Press with David Gregory: Chairman of the Judiciary Committee Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-AL) to discuss Sotomayor confirmation hearings. ABC's This Week... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Preview for 05.31.09 - Posted May 28, 2009
We'll continue updating throughout the day... NBC's Meet the Press with David Gregory: Chairman of the Judiciary Committee Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-AL) to discuss Sotomayor confirmation hearings. ABC's This Week with George Stephanopoulos: Sens. Charles Schumer (D-NY) and John Cornyn (R-TX) and roundtable with former Bush adviser... [FishBowlDC]

SPJ DC Chapter's 2009 Hall Of Famers To Be Inducted June 9th - Posted May 22, 2009
What do CBS' Bob Schieffer, PBS' Gwen Ifill, US News & World Report's Kenneth Walsh and the Bureau of National Affairs' Toby McIntosh have in common? All will be inducted into the Society of Professional Journalists' DC Pro Chapter's Hall of Fame on June 9th. WaPo columnist Courtland Milloy will also... [FishBowlDC]

CBS' Sunday Face Lift - Posted May 22, 2009
CBS debuted a new logo and graphics Monday on Evening News and this Sunday Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer will get the same treatment. NY Post reports that in addition to new graphics, there will be new theme music. More of the new look after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

Powell to Face the Nation - Posted May 20, 2009
This Sunday, former Secretary of State and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell will make his first Sunday morning talk show appearance since the new administration took office. Powell will join CBS News' Chief Washington Correspondent Bob Schieffer for a special Memorial Day Weekend edition... [FishBowlDC]

Powell to Face the Nation - Posted May 20, 2009
This Sunday, former Secretary of State and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell will make his first Sunday morning talk show appearance since the new administration took office. Powell will join CBS News' Chief Washington Correspondent Bob Schieffer for a special Memorial Day Weekend edition... [FishBowlDC]

Rush Limbaugh "Resigns" As Head of Republican Party - Posted May 20, 2009
On his radio show a few minutes ago, Rush Limbaugh "resigned" as head of the Republican party. "I have been anointed to this position by members of the drive-by media, and of course, the Obama White House," said Limbaugh. "I am resigning as the titular head of the Republican Party." So who did... [TVNewser]

Rush Limbaugh "Resigns" As Head of Republican Party - Posted May 20, 2009
On his radio show a few minutes ago, Rush Limbaugh "resigned" as head of the Republican party. "I have been anointed to this position by members of the drive-by media, and of course, the Obama White House," said Limbaugh. "I am resigning as the titular head of the Republican Party." So who did... [TVNewser]

Meet Bob Schieffer's New Body Guard - Posted May 15, 2009
Comedian and actor Faizon Love was one of Bob Schieffer's guests on CBS's webcast Washington Unplugged. "The Big Man" was in town for the GI film festival, part of Armed Forces Weekend here in DC. When they weren't cracking each other up, Bob actually got a few questions in, like what did... [FishBowlDC]

Bob Schieffer On His Cheney Interview: "I've Never Done Anything That Had As Much Resonance" - Posted May 15, 2009
Bob Schieffer, whose Face the Nation Sunday morning program finished second last week in total viewers — coming within 230,000 viewers of first-place Meet the Press — is profiled by Marketwatch's Jon Friedman. Excerpts of what Schieffer had to say: • On his interview of former VP Dick Cheney last week, in... [TVNewser]

The Pre-Parties: CBS - Posted May 10, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer chats with Entertainment Tonight about his guest- country music star Brad Paisley. And later at the dinner- Schieffer, Paisley and wife Kimberly Williams.... [FishBowlDC]

The Ticker: Kangas, Matthews, Schieffer... - Posted May 7, 2009
> Paul Kangas, co-anchor of Nightly Business Report on PBS, will be leaving the program at the end of the year after 30 years with the show. > Tom Ridge sits down with one-time potential challenger Chris Matthews today on Hardball — his first interview since announcing he would not seek... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Kangas, Matthews, Schieffer... - Posted May 7, 2009
> Paul Kangas, co-anchor of Nightly Business Report on PBS, will be leaving the program at the end of the year after 30 years with the show. > Tom Ridge sits down with one-time potential challenger Chris Matthews today on Hardball — his first interview since announcing he would not seek... [TVNewser]

Schieffer Graduates From Debates To Commencement Addresses - Posted May 6, 2009
Photo by Getty Images CBS' Bob Schieffer will travel back to campaign 2008's debate stomping grounds this graduation season to deliver commencement addresses at three out of four debate cities. Schieffer spoke at Maryville University in St. Louis this past weekend and will re-visit University of Mississippi in Oxford Saturday and Hofstra... [FishBowlDC]

Schieffer Graduates From Debates To Commencement Addresses - Posted May 6, 2009
Photo by Getty Images CBS' Bob Schieffer will travel back to campaign 2008's debate stomping grounds this graduation season to deliver commencement addresses at three out of four debate cities. Schieffer spoke at Maryville University in St. Louis this past weekend and will re-visit University of Mississippi in Oxford Saturday and Hofstra... [FishBowlDC]

Where Are Your Fave DC Journos Delivering Commencement Addresses? - Posted May 4, 2009
Alissa Krinsky at TVNewser has compiled this thorough list of where and when your favorite journos will deliver commencement addresses this year. In alphabetical order... • MSNBC's Jonathan Alter: Western Connecticut State University (CT), May 24 • CNN's Wolf Blitzer: St. Bonaventure University (NY), May 17 • NBC's Tom Brokaw: Fordham University (NY), May... [FishBowlDC]

From the Grand Ole Opry to the WHCD... - Posted May 1, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer and country music star Brad Paisley first met on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last fall, performing at a concert sponsored by the Presidential Debate Commission. The pair will put aside their guitars and mics to reconnect at the White House Correspodents Association Dinner next... [FishBowlDC]

From the Grand Ole Opry to the WHCD... - Posted May 1, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer and country music star Brad Paisley first met on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last fall, performing at a concert sponsored by the Presidential Debate Commission. The pair will put aside their guitars and mics to reconnect at the White House Correspodents Association Dinner next... [FishBowlDC]

"Meet" #1, "Face" #2 Last Sunday - Posted April 30, 2009
NBC's Meet the Press with David Gregory was the top-rated Sunday morning show last week in both Total Viewers and the A25-54 demo. CBS's Face the Nation was #2 for the week. Year-to-date, the Bob Schieffer broadcast is up 16% in Total Viewers and up 13% in A25-54 viewers compared to... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings: ABC and CBS Catching Up to NBC's "Meet" - Posted April 30, 2009
Running neck and neck with CBS' "Face the Nation" with Bob Schieffer, ABC's "This Week" with George Stephanopoulos continues to close in on NBC's "Meet the Press" with David Gregory. According to Nielsen, April 20th marked the 13th consecutive week that Stephanopoulos closed the gap between him and Gregory. ... [FishBowlDC]

Specter To Do Two Out of Three Sunday Shows - Posted April 29, 2009
Coming off his party switch announcement this week, Sen. Arlen Specter will appear on this Sunday's Meet the Press with David Gregory and CBS' Face the Nation with Bob Schieffer. ... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out The Trash - Posted April 28, 2009
What we almost missed today... • Sen. Arlen Specter switched parties today from the GOP to the Democrats. Who was first to report? WaPo's Chris Cillizza had it on The Fix at 11:51am, Bloomberg first on TV at 11:57am, according to TVNewser. • Is Hollywood ready for Frank Luntz? TheWrap reports the pollster... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out The Trash - Posted April 28, 2009
What we almost missed today... • Sen. Arlen Specter switched parties today from the GOP to the Democrats. Who was first to report? WaPo's Chris Cillizza had it on The Fix at 11:51am, Bloomberg first on TV at 11:57am, according to TVNewser. • Is Hollywood ready for Frank Luntz? TheWrap reports the pollster... [FishBowlDC]

Anchor Chairs: The White House Seating Chart - Posted April 23, 2009
As part of a TIME photo essay — "Obama's First 100 Days: Behind-the-Scenes Photos" — the magazine features a pic of the seating chart used for February's White House press luncheon. The guest list included ABC's Charlie Gibson and George Stephanopoulos, CBS' Katie Couric and Bob Schieffer, NBC's Brian Williams and David... [TVNewser]

Anchor Chairs: The White House Seating Chart - Posted April 23, 2009
As part of a TIME photo essay — "Obama's First 100 Days: Behind-the-Scenes Photos" — Time.com features a pic of the seating chart used for February's White House press luncheon. The guest list included ABC's Charlie Gibson and George Stephanopoulos, CBS' Katie Couric and Bob Schieffer, NBC's Brian Williams and David Gregory,... [TVNewser]

Slate Mag's John Dickerson Joins CBS News - Posted April 20, 2009
Slate magazine's chief political correspondent John Dickerson has been named a CBS News political analyst and contributor. Dickerson will provide on-air analysis to all CBS News broadcasts, effective immediately. Last week he filled in for Bob Schieffer (who was on vacation) as anchor of "Washington Unplugged," CBS News' Web show. He will... [FishBowlDC]

Slate's John Dickerson Joins CBS News - Posted April 20, 2009
Slate magazine's chief political correspondent John Dickerson has been named a CBS News political analyst and contributor. Dickerson will provide on-air analysis to all CBS News broadcasts, effective immediately. Last week he filled in for Bob Schieffer (who was on vacation) as anchor of "Washington Unplugged," CBS News' Web show. He will continue... [TVNewser]

On Sunday Morning, "The Throne is Empty" - Posted April 20, 2009
The Washington Post's Howard Kurtz writes about the Sunday morning shows, and the new landscape that has emerged in Tim Russert's absence. "The throne is empty," says FOX News Sunday anchor Chris Wallace. David Gregory, the new Meet the Press moderator, realizes the undertaking is a "big deal." "I'm trying to bring... [TVNewser]

Wallace on Sunday Shows: "The Throne Is Empty" - Posted April 20, 2009
Huffington Post's Media section this morning TVNewser: WaPo's Howard Kurtz writes about the Sunday morning shows in today's paper, and the new landscape that has emerged in Tim Russert's absence. "The throne is empty," says FOX News Sunday anchor Chris Wallace. David Gregory, the new Meet the Press moderator, realizes the undertaking is... [FishBowlDC]

Sunday Show Ratings - NBC & CBS Share First - Posted April 16, 2009
NBC's "Meet the Press" was the #1 public affairs show in Total Viewers this past Sunday, while CBS' "Face the Nation", which has the greyest host in Bob Schieffer, drew the most younger viewers. And for the 11th straight week, ABC's #2 "This Week" closed the gap with "Meet the Press." Versus... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Ratings - NBC & CBS Share First - Posted April 16, 2009
NBC's "Meet the Press" was the #1 public affairs show in Total Viewers this past Sunday, while CBS' "Face the Nation", which has the greyest host in Bob Schieffer, drew the most younger viewers. And for the 11th straight week, ABC's #2 "This Week" closed the gap with "Meet the Press." Versus... [TVNewser]

Taking Out The Trash - Posted April 16, 2009
What we almost missed today... • Sunday Show ratings on TVNewser: NBC's "Meet the Press" was the #1 public affairs show in Total Viewers this past Sunday, while CBS' "Face the Nation", which has the greyest host in Bob Schieffer, drew the most younger viewers. And for the 11th straight week, ABC's #2... [FishBowlDC]

Peter Cook: The FishbowlDC Interview - Posted April 16, 2009
Say hello to Peter Cook- not the guy who married and divorced Christie Brinkley- Bloomberg's Washington correspondent and morning news programming anchor. What does your morning reading list include? At 3:55am I go straight to Bloomberg top stories on my Blackberry (with the lights off so I don't wake my wife). I... [FishBowlDC]

Bob Schieffer on Bernard Goldberg's Criticisms. Helen Thomas on Being "A Liberal" - Posted April 11, 2009
Well, it's Saturday, and while cleaning out the 'ole inbox, we came across this from SeattlePI.com's Big Blog - a write-up on Monday's Bob Schieffer and Helen Thomas appearance at a luncheon in Seattle sponsored by CityClub. When an audience member asked Schieffer about former CBS Newsman Bernard Goldberg's criticism of the... [TVNewser]

Schieffer and Thomas Honored With Lifetime Achievement Awards in Murrow's Name - Posted April 8, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer and Helen Thomas were presented the 2009 Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award at the 35th annual Murrow Symposium at Washington State University this week. The two news legends spoke to a campus crowd after receiving their awards Tuesday night about the state of journalism. According to a... [FishBowlDC]

Schieffer and Thomas Honored With Lifetime Achievement Awards in Murrow's Name - Posted April 8, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer and Helen Thomas were presented the 2009 Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award at the 35th annual Murrow Symposium at Washington State University this week. The two news legends spoke to a campus crowd after receiving their awards Tuesday night about the state of journalism. According to a... [FishBowlDC]

Arianna & Bob Gab About Mrs. Obama's Popularity - Posted April 3, 2009
Arianna Huffington stopped by the CBS newsroom today to talk about the British buzz around First Lady Michelle Obama with Bob Schieffer on CBSNews.com's "Washington Unplugged." Watch CBS Videos Online "Washington Unplugged" airs every Friday afternoon.... [FishBowlDC]

Schieffer Lassos Up Journos For Annual Symposium - Posted March 31, 2009
NYT's David Brooks, PBS' Gwen Ifill, CNBC's Trish Regan and syndicated columnist and commentator Mark Shields are all dusting off the cowboy boots and heading to Texas for the fifth annual Texas Christian Universiy Schieffer Symposium. The foursome will sit on a panel Wednesday hosted by CBS' Bob Schieffer titled "Obama... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 03.27.09 - Posted March 27, 2009
Good Morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line. Its day 67 covering the Obama administration and week eight for us. Happy Birthday to Jill San Marco! What we know and what we're reading this... [FishBowlDC]

President Obama To Face the Nation - Posted March 26, 2009
First on TVNewser: President Barack Obama will sit down with CBS News' Bob Schieffer tomorrow in the Oval Office for an interview to air on "Face the Nation" Sunday. This will be President Obama's first Sunday morning interview since taking office. We hear ABC's This Week and NBC's Meet the Press will have... [TVNewser]

Schieffer to Interview President Obama for Sunday's Face the Nation - Posted March 26, 2009
CBS' Bob Schieffer has landed the first Sunday show interview with President Barack Obama since he has taken office. The chief Washington correspondent will interview the President in the Oval Office for this Sunday's Face the Nation. ... [FishBowlDC]

Cowboy Schieffer's An AnchorMAN - Posted March 24, 2009
Have you ever watched Face the Nation and thought to yourself, "God he's manly..." Well someone out there has. CBS' Bob Schieffer is one of 11 on this blog's "Manliest Anchormen of All Time" list. Also making the cut- Edward R. Murrow, Eric Sevareid, Peter Jennings and Walter Cronkite, as well as... [FishBowlDC]

TVNewsers Attend Gridiron Dinner - Posted March 23, 2009
While the President was not in attendance, there were still plenty of politicians and journalists at the annual Gridiron Dinner in Washington, D.C. this weekend. One tvnewser who graced the Gridiron stage was NBC's Andrea Mitchell, who appeared "in a bear costume introducing a number that lampoons her husband, former Fed chairman... [TVNewser]

TVNewsers Attend Gridiron Dinner - Posted March 23, 2009
While the President was not in attendance, there were still plenty of politicians and journalists at the annual Gridiron Dinner in Washington, D.C. this weekend. One tvnewser who graced the Gridiron stage was NBC's Andrea Mitchell, who appeared "in a bear costume introducing a number that lampoons her husband, former Fed chairman... [TVNewser]

Obama Missed, But The Show Must Go On - Posted March 23, 2009
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger arrives at the Gridiron Club Dinner. Photo for WaPo by Dominic Bracco II They singed, but the journos didn't burn. Even though President Obama was not there to join in the fun, the 124th annual Gridiron Club Dinner went on Saturday without a hitch, some saying Vice President Biden... [FishBowlDC]

Obama Missed, But The Show Must Go On - Posted March 23, 2009
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger arrives at the Gridiron Club Dinner. Photo for WaPo by Dominic Bracco II They singed, but the journos didn't burn. Even though President Obama was not there to join in the fun, the 124th annual Gridiron Club Dinner went on Saturday without a hitch, some saying Vice President Biden... [FishBowlDC]

Stephanopoulos on Twitter Friends: "It Beats High School" - Posted March 19, 2009
Gail Shister TVNewser Columnist Twitterview? That's what ABC has labeled George Stephanopoulos' first interview on Twitter, conducted Tuesday with Sen. John McCain, a new convert. Listen, we're all for cutting-edge, 21st-century vernacular, but Twitterview Sounds like something a Care Bear would do with a canary. "There's a danger in getting too cute," Stephanopoulos (@gstephanopoulos) acknowledges, "but... [TVNewser]

Schieffer and Thomas to Receive Murrow Lifetime Achievement Awards - Posted March 10, 2009
Helen Thomas and Bob Schieffer will be honored with the 2009 Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism and in Broadcast Journalism April 7th at Washington State University. They will also co-keynote the Murrow Symposium. From the release: "Helen Thomas and Bob Schieffer are two veteran political journalists who... [FishBowlDC]

Nancy Cordes: The FishbowlDC Interview - Posted March 6, 2009
Say hello to Nancy Cordes, CBS' newly named Congressional Correspondent. Cordes joined CBS' Washington Bureau in 2007 as the Transportation and Consumer Safety Correspondent- and she'll actually still be covering that beat now too. Cordes is also a new mom. She and her husband welcomed daughter Lila last November, just after Election... [FishBowlDC]

Nancy Cordes: The FishbowlDC Interview - Posted March 6, 2009
Say hello to Nancy Cordes, CBS' newly named Congressional Correspondent. Cordes joined CBS' Washington Bureau in 2007 as the Transportation and Consumer Safety Correspondent- and she'll actually still be covering that beat now too. Cordes is also a new mom. She and her husband welcomed daughter Lila last November, just after Election... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out the Trash - Posted March 4, 2009
NBC's Tom Brokaw's a popular guy with the college students. We told you last night he would be delivering the commencement address at William & Mary. TVNewser reports today that he'll also be speaking at Fordham University on May 16th. CBS' Bob Schieffer will be featured on the next episode of dLifeTV,... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out the Trash - Posted March 4, 2009
NBC's Tom Brokaw's a popular guy with the college students. We told you last night he would be delivering the commencement address at William & Mary. TVNewser reports today that he'll also be speaking at Fordham University on May 16th. CBS' Bob Schieffer will be featured on the next episode of dLifeTV,... [FishBowlDC]

The Ticker (P.M. Edition): Schieffer, Weather, Gibson... - Posted March 3, 2009
> Bob Schieffer's younger brother may run for governor of Texas. Fort Worth lawyer Tom Schieffer formed a gubernatorial campaign committee to begin raising money and interest, but a decision will not be made for several months. Schieffer, a Democrat, is a friend of former Pres. George W. Bush. He was... [TVNewser]

The Ticker (P.M. Edition): Schieffer, Weather, Gibson... - Posted March 3, 2009
> Bob Schieffer's younger brother may run for governor of Texas. Fort Worth lawyer Tom Schieffer formed a gubernatorial campaign committee to begin raising money and interest, but a decision will not be made for several months. Schieffer, a Democrat, is a friend of former Pres. George W. Bush. He was... [TVNewser]

Upcoming Events to Check Out - Posted February 27, 2009
Tomorrow at 1pm at Politics & Prose Aram Roston discusses his profile of Ahmed Chalabi, "The Man Who Pushed America to War." Then on Monday, a moment we've all been waiting for... the Sunday Show Showdown, I mean Summit. We see them around the same time every weekend, but never on the... [FishBowlDC]

MTP #1, Face See Highest Ratings Since 2005 - Posted February 26, 2009
From TVNewser: Meet the Press with David Gregory was again the #1 public affairs show last Sunday, with more than 4 million Total Viewers. But CBS (#2 this week) and ABC (#3) are gaining. When compared to last February, Face the Nation is up nearly 1 million viewers while This Week... [FishBowlDC]

MTP #1, Face See Highest Ratings Since 2005 - Posted February 26, 2009
From TVNewser: Meet the Press with David Gregory was again the #1 public affairs show last Sunday, with more than 4 million Total Viewers. But CBS (#2 this week) and ABC (#3) are gaining. When compared to last February, Face the Nation is up nearly 1 million viewers while This Week... [FishBowlDC]

CBS, ABC Gaining on NBC's Sunday Grip - Posted February 26, 2009
Meet the Press with David Gregory was again the #1 public affairs show last Sunday, with more than 4 million Total Viewers. But CBS (#2 this week) and ABC (#3) are gaining. When compared to last February, Face the Nation and This Week are up more than half a million. The Bob... [TVNewser]

CBS, ABC Gaining on NBC's Sunday Grip - Posted February 26, 2009
Meet the Press with David Gregory was again the #1 public affairs show last Sunday, with more than 4 million Total Viewers. But CBS (#2 this week) and ABC (#3) are gaining. When compared to last February, Face the Nation and This Week are up more than half a million. The Bob... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List 02.25.09 - Posted February 25, 2009
Good Morning FishbowlDC! Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. Its day 37 covering the Obama administration and week 4 for us. Happy Birthday to Bob Schieffer,... [FishBowlDC]

"Better-Than-Average Lunch" With the Anchors at the White House - Posted February 24, 2009
Not a bad guest list for lunch at the White House this afternoon... Charlie Gibson, Brian Williams, Katie Couric, Bob Schieffer, David Gregory, George Stephanopoulos, Wolf Blitzer, John King, Bret Baier and Chris Wallance. Oh, and President Obama, accompanied by senior advisor David Axelrod. And just what was served? Stephanopoulos Twittered,... [FishBowlDC]

"Better-Than-Average Lunch" With the Anchors at the White House - Posted February 24, 2009
Not a bad guest list for lunch at the White House this afternoon... Charlie Gibson, Brian Williams, Katie Couric, Bob Schieffer, David Gregory, George Stephanopoulos, Wolf Blitzer, John King, Bret Baier and Chris Wallance. Oh, and President Obama, accompanied by senior advisor David Axelrod. And just what was served? Stephanopoulos Twittered,... [FishBowlDC]

Anchors Describe Obama Lunch on Web - Posted February 24, 2009
President Barack Obama met with 10 members of the press today over lunch at the White House — two from each network. The guest list consisted of ABC's Charlie Gibson and George Stephanopoulos, CBS' Katie Couric and Bob Schieffer, NBC's Brian Williams and David Gregory, CNN's Wolf Blitzer and John King... [TVNewser]

Anchors Describe Obama Lunch on Web - Posted February 24, 2009
President Barack Obama met with 10 members of the press today over lunch at the White House — two from each network. The guest list consisted of ABC's Charlie Gibson and George Stephanopoulos, CBS' Katie Couric and Bob Schieffer, NBC's Brian Williams and David Gregory, CNN's Wolf Blitzer and John King... [TVNewser]

Coverage Plans For Obama Address - Posted February 24, 2009
Every network will cover President Barack Obama's Address to Congress tonight at 9pmET (right after our TVNewser Summit party tonight in NYC — it's not too late to RSVP). Following Obama's speech is Gov. Bobby Jindal's Republican response: • ABC — Charles Gibson and George Stephanopoulos anchor coverage from the Capitol, from... [TVNewser]

Coverage Plans For Obama Address - Posted February 24, 2009
Every network will cover President Barack Obama's Address to Congress tonight at 9pmET (right after our TVNewser Summit party tonight in NYC — it's not too late to RSVP). Following Obama's speech is Gov. Bobby Jindal's Republican response: • ABC — Charles Gibson and George Stephanopoulos anchor coverage from the Capitol, from... [TVNewser]

Coverage Plans For Obama Address - Posted February 24, 2009
From TVNewser... Every network will cover President Barack Obama's Address to Congress tonight at 9pmET. Following Obama's speech is Gov. Bobby Jindal's Republican response. Each network's coverage plans after the jump.... [FishBowlDC]

Coverage Plans For Obama Address - Posted February 24, 2009
From TVNewser... Every network will cover President Barack Obama's Address to Congress tonight at 9pmET. Following Obama's speech is Gov. Bobby Jindal's Republican response. Each network's coverage plans after the jump.... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out the Trash - Posted February 17, 2009
What we almost missed today... TVNewser reports CBS' Bob Schieffer will be the commencement speaker at Maryville University in St. Louis May 2. NBC's David Gregory tried to interview Sen. Claire McCaskill via Twitter. Yesterday Sen. McCaskill (@clairecmc) tweeted, "Just heard news on Gregg. Old ways die hard around here. I know... [FishBowlDC]

Schieffer To Speak at Maryville Commencement - Posted February 17, 2009
It's that time of year — commencement speakers are being chosen to share some words of wisdom with the class of '09 — although they'd probably prefer a job, any job. Anyway, CBS's Bob Schieffer will be the commencement speaker at Maryville University in St. Louis May 2. "Graduation is my favorite holiday... [TVNewser]

"Getting There is Half the Fun; Being There is All of It!" - Posted February 11, 2009
Did you know Bob Schieffer's favorite film is Being There? Quite fittingly, it's the story of a man who simply regurgitates everything he's heard on TV, and in doing so, becomes the star of the Washington political elite. As part of the Capitol Classics series, The Week's Margaret Carlson hosted a dinner... [FishBowlDC]

"Getting There is Half the Fun; Being There is All of It!" - Posted February 11, 2009
Did you know Bob Schieffer's favorite film is Being There? Quite fittingly, it's the story of a man who simply regurgitates everything he's heard on TV, and in doing so, becomes the star of the Washington political elite. As part of the Capitol Classics series, The Week's Margaret Carlson hosted a dinner... [FishBowlDC]

The Ticker: Schieffer, Romney, Blank... - Posted February 6, 2009
> CBS' Bob Schieffer will appear at the NY Press Club on February 17. The Q&A is part of the Living Legends series, and David Diaz moderates. > CNN.com has published an exclusive op-ed by Mitt Romney today regarding the stimulus plan. It is based on remarks he made last... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 01.07.08 - Posted January 7, 2009
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

TVNewsers To Pack Cafe Milano for Brit Hume Salute - Posted January 6, 2009
The salute to Brit Hume event at Cafe Milano Thursday night is shaping up to be one of the hottest pre-inaugural parties of the season. The invitation only event is attracting numerous Beltway and TV news bold face names. In addition to a host of Fox Newsies, TVNewser has learned Charlie... [TVNewser]

Bob Schieffer's Rhyme Reason - Posted December 22, 2008
Taking a page from his Sunday Morning colleague Charles Osgood, Face the Nation host Bob Schieffer rhymed an explanation for his appearance on yesterday's show: (via FishbowlDC)... [TVNewser]

David Gregory Meets his Sunday Competitors - Posted December 7, 2008
• "This Week" moderator George Stephanopoulos tells TVNewser, "David's a terrific broadcaster and tough competitor. Welcome to the Sunday morning fray!" Stephanopoulos also blogs the "Ten Things David Gregory Needs to Know." #4 is "Never let Chuck Todd drive you to work." We're told Stephanopoulos also sent a dozen bagels to... [TVNewser]

The Ticker (Sunday Edition): News, Faith, Cars... - Posted December 7, 2008
> CBS News executive producer Susan Zirinsky and Face the Nation host Bob Schieffer will participate in the "Reel Journalism" event at the Newseum tomorrow. The first-in-a-series of events will showcase the 1987 film "Broadcast News." Zirinsky was the inspiration for the character portrayed by actress Holly Hunter. > Nightline... [TVNewser]

Politico.com Should Be a Sunday Show - Posted November 22, 2008
The first panel on the second day of what were are calling EOVMWHAWCNCon was made up of only Politico.com journos. There was Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei, Jonathan Martin, Ben Smith and John F. Harris. ... [FishBowlLA]

Common Bond: The Stephanopoulos-Obama Connection - Posted November 20, 2008
Gail Shister TVNewser Columnist Like somebody else in Washington, "This Week's" George Stephanopoulos doesn't want his two young daughters on TV. "They're not allowed to do interviews," he jokes, referring to six-year-old Elliott and three-year-old Harper. (Type A Elliott "is an intense little girl. She's fun to watch." Harper, a B, "is quite... [TVNewser]

Couric Eyes Hour-Long Evening News...Every Night - Posted November 5, 2008
Tonight, as last night, Katie Couric will anchor an hour-long Evening News. But Couric tells the New York Observer's Felix Gillette she'd like to anchor an hour every night. "I really would like more time" says Couric, "Because I think time is not our friend at the Evening News." Couric, often the... [TVNewser]

CBS News Eyes Late Election Night, No Matter What - Posted November 4, 2008
CBS News and Sports president Sean McManu (standing) and Evening News EP Rick Kaplan (seated, third from right) in the control room. After a stop at ABC News' Times Square studios, we made our way uptown to West 57th Street and CBS News HQ. Katie Couric, anchoring general election campaign coverage for... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 11.04.08 - Posted November 4, 2008
Good morning Washington. Enjoy the day, win or lose. You deserve it. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 10.28.08 - Posted October 28, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

CBS Announces Election Night Plans - Posted October 27, 2008
With a week and a day until the election, CBS News has announced plans for election night. Katie Couric leads the best political team in the galaxy including Bob Schieffer and Jeff Greenfield and analysts Dan Bartlett and Dee Dee Myers. "Couric and the CBS News team will be using interactive touch... [TVNewser]

Keith Olbermann — Anchor Analyst For MSNBC's Debate Coverage - Posted October 16, 2008
As you probably know by now, last month MSNBC's Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews were removed from election anchor duties and replaced by David Gregory. As Brian Stelter wrote at the time, "Gregory would anchor news coverage of the coming debates and election night. Mr. Olbermann and Mr. Matthews will remain... [TVNewser]

Debate Reaction: Debating Schieffer - Posted October 16, 2008
The final debate of 2008 (49 in total) is over, and there are just 19 days until the election. In the general election, we've debated Lehrer, Ifill and Brokaw. One more left — CBS' Bob Schieffer: • The Associated Press' David Bauder writes Schieffer gave, "a smooth and unobtrusive performance." He writes... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 10.16.08 - Posted October 16, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

FBLA Calls Tonight's Debate for Bob Schieffer - Posted October 15, 2008
It seems like the big question for politico wonks and journos is if John McCain will bring up William Ayers or Jeremiah Wright tonight. Who cares? We don't. We have a little crush on Bob Schieffer. Not just because he is known for reciting poems at the end of Face the... [FishBowlLA]

Morning Reading List, 10.15.08 - Posted October 15, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 10.14.08 - Posted October 14, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 10.13.08 - Posted October 13, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 10.10.08 - Posted October 10, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

Will Bob Schieffer Succeed At Reining in the Candidates? - Posted October 9, 2008
The Boston Herald's Jessica Heslam writes about Wednesday's final presidential debate moderated by CBS's Bob Schieffer. Heslam talked with former ABC News correspondent Bob Zelnick, now a BU journalism professor. Zelnick thinks Jim Lehrer, Gwen Ifill and Tom Brokaw lost control during their turns at moderating the candidate debates. Zelnick's advice for... [TVNewser]

Lunch: Joy Behar, Star Jones & Another Sarah Palin Doppelganger - Posted October 8, 2008
— DIANE CLEHANE What recession? The joint was jumping at Michael's today. Media mavens, television types and fashionistas were still trying to digest the week's head spinning events but, in true New York style, weren't letting a worldwide tanking economy get in the way of a good time. There was plenty of... [FishBowlNY]

Harry Smith: Country Music Star - Posted October 8, 2008
It isn't just the Grand Ole Opry-playing Bob Schieffer who has the country music chops at CBS News. The Early Show anchor Harry Smith wrote and recorded a country song while the show was in Nashville this week. Smith tells us he wrote the song in "about 20 minutes or so" on... [TVNewser]

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]

Bob Schieffer's Debate Preps Include Grand Ole Opry Warm Up - Posted October 6, 2008
While all eyes will be on Nashville tomorrow night, Bob Schieffer made his debut at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry last night. Schieffer and his band Honky Tonk Confidential were on the same bill as stars Darius Rucker, and Brad Paisley. While his colleague Tom Brokaw moderates tomorrow's Presidential debate in Nashville,... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Schieffer, Toobin, Matthews... - Posted October 6, 2008
> CBS' Bob Schieffer will have a busy day tomorrow has a busy week. Besides presidential debate coverage, he made his Grand Ole Opry debut Sunday, as his band, Honky Tonk Confidential, takes the stage along with several other acts, including Darius Rucker and Trisha Yearwood. > CNN keeps its BPTOT... [TVNewser]

Schieffer on Ifill's Rough Week - Posted October 6, 2008
Tammy Haddad sits down with CBS' Bob Schieffer for National Journal: Q: What did you think about the criticism about Gwen Ifill writing a book with Obama's name in the title? Schieffer: You know, I thought that was a little bit of a bad rap. I mean -- and all I know about... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 10.06.08 - Posted October 6, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

First Place Sunday For ABC and CBS, FNS Re-Air's Triple Digit Growth - Posted October 4, 2008
Following a week in which ABC beat Meet the Press in the A25-54 demo, the NBC program usually on top found itself in 2nd and 3rd place in Total Viewers and the demo last week. For the first time in 102 weeks, MTP finished 2nd in Total Viewers, behind CBS' Face the... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Preview - Posted October 3, 2008
Meet the Press: Democratic strategist Paul Begala and Republican strategist Mike Murphy, and a roundtable with NBC's David Gregory, PBS' Gwen Ifill, Wall Street Journal's Peggy Noonan, NBC political director Chuck Todd and Des Moines Register's David Yepsen. Face The Nation: Gov. Jennifer Granholm (D-MI), Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Rep. Roy Blunt... [FishBowlDC]

Covering the Veeps - Posted October 2, 2008
The cablers have been employing countdown clocks more than eight hours before the debate tonight, and all networks are gearing up for coverage: • ABC — Charlie Gibson, Diane Sawyer and George Stephanopoulos anchor from New York. Kate Snow reports from the debate. • CBS — Katie Couric anchors from St. Louis (Maggie... [TVNewser]

60 Minutes Wins Three Emmys, PBS Wins 10 - Posted September 23, 2008
CBS' 60 Minutes won more awards than any other program last night at the 29th annual News and Documentary Emmys ceremony. The network with the most awards was PBS, which won 10. CBS won five total awards — CBS Sunday Morning won the other two. ABC won four awards, with two going... [TVNewser]

Schieffer Rocks The House - Posted September 15, 2008
FishbowlNY's Glynnis MacNicol turns in a great video of Bob Schieffer's recent performance at a party for his new book, "Bob Schieffer's America" and TVNewser's got all the photos here. ... [FishBowlDC]

FishbowlTV: Bob Schieffer's Got Rhythm! - Posted September 13, 2008
Last night at Bob Schieffer's book party for his newly released collection of essays, Bob Schieffer's America, partygoers were also treated to the foot tappin' stylings of Schieffer himself: The TV anchorman and the new American dream. Behold. ... [FishBowlNY]

Morning Reading List, 09.12.08 - Posted September 12, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

The Ticker (Gustav edition): Shep, Anderson, Gibson... - Posted September 1, 2008
> FNC's Shepard Smith gets some high praise from the Kansas City Star's Aaron Barnhart. "Now that Shepard Smith is on Fox, there's really no reason to watch anything else," he writes. "Knowledge of his home state and his experience from the Katrina watch makes him the authority." > CNN's Anderson... [TVNewser]

CBS's Gustav Plans: Katie Couric to the Gulf, Bob Schieffer at the RNC - Posted August 31, 2008
CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric will report from the Gulf coast for tomorrow's broadcast while Bob Schieffer remains in St. Paul to cover the RNC. (The photo to the right was taken one year ago today when Couric reported from Baghdad). The Early Show's Harry Smith and weather anchor Dave Price... [TVNewser]

CBS's Gustav Plans: Katie Couric to the Gulf, Bob Schieffer at the RNC - Posted August 31, 2008
CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric will report from the Gulf coast for tomorrow's broadcast while Bob Schieffer remains in St. Paul to cover the RNC. (The photo to the right was taken one year ago today when Couric reported from Baghdad). The Early Show's Harry Smith and weather anchor Dave Price... [TVNewser]

On The Way to a Subdued RNC - Posted August 31, 2008
We are now in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul, or if you're Bob Schieffer, St. Paul/Minneapolis (he joked about it this morning on Face the Nation). Anyway, we kept up to date on Hurricane Gustav and on the RNC during and in between flights. On the Delta flight to Atlanta, CNN... [TVNewser]

Sunday Show Preview - Posted August 29, 2008
And now, St. Paul. • On Fox News Sunday, Chris Wallace speaks with Sen. John McCain. It will be McCain's first sit down interview since announcing Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate. • On CBS, Bob Schieffer sits down with Rudy Giuliani, who is a keynote speaker at the RNC. Also, on... [TVNewser]

Couric Tosses to Curry Schieffer - Posted August 25, 2008
In a Today show flashback, tonight on the CBS Evening News Katie Couric was wrapping up a Q&A with Jeff Greenfield and turned to Bob Schieffer, who is, once again, working the podium for CBS News. But just a few feet away was NBC's Ann Curry, wrapping up a live report... [TVNewser]

Brokaw: Matthews, Olbermann "Not the Only Voices" on MSNBC - Posted August 24, 2008
During a panel this afternoon in Denver about media coverage of the presidential campaigns, NBC's Tom Brokaw found himself defending MSNBC, once again. Politico's Michael Calderone attended the panel which was moderated by PBS' Judy Woodruff with participants Brokaw, ABC's George Stephanopoulos and CBS's Bob Schieffer. Also in attendance, Pennsylvania Gov. Ed... [TVNewser]

Brokaw: Matthews, Olbermann "Not the Only Voices" on MSNBC - Posted August 24, 2008
During a panel this afternoon in Denver about media coverage of the presidential campaigns, NBC's Tom Brokaw found himself defending MSNBC, once again. Politico's Michael Calderone attended the panel which was moderated by PBS' Judy Woodruff with participants Brokaw, ABC's George Stephanopoulos and CBS's Bob Schieffer. Also in attendance, Pennsylvania Gov. Ed... [TVNewser]

Denver '08: Sunday Morning Talkers at the Shorenstein Brunch - Posted August 24, 2008
The Shorenstein brunch is underway (thus far free wireless signals appear to be rather easy to come by in Denver...hooray the future). The brunch opened with a tribute to Tim Russert and Joan Shorenstein (the Center was established in her memory). Judy Woodruff is moderating the panel, which includes... [FishBowlNY]

Denver '08: Sunday Morning Talkers at the Shorenstein Brunch - Posted August 24, 2008
The Shorenstein brunch is underway (thus far free wireless signals appear to be rather easy to come by in Denver...hooray the future). The brunch opened with a tribute to Tim Russert and Joan Shorenstein (the Center was established in her memory). Judy Woodruff is moderating the panel, which includes... [FishBowlNY]

Bob Schieffer's Convention Look-Back - Posted August 23, 2008
Tomorrow on CBS News Sunday Morning — as he prepares for the Democratic National Convention in Denver — Chief Washington Correspondent Bob Schieffer takes a look at political conventions past and present: the good, the bad and the just plain baffling. Schieffer also recounts some his own favorite experiences at the... [TVNewser]

Bob Schieffer's Convention Look-Back - Posted August 23, 2008
Tomorrow on CBS News Sunday Morning — as he prepares for the Democratic National Convention in Denver — Chief Washington Correspondent Bob Schieffer takes a look at political conventions past and present: the good, the bad and the just plain baffling. Schieffer also recounts some his own favorite experiences at the... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 08.22.08 - Posted August 22, 2008
Good morning Washington. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of media Muesli after the jump...... [FishBowlDC]

Lifetime Achievement for Producer Who Has "Too Much Stuff" Left To Do - Posted August 7, 2008
Gail Shister TVNewser Columnist With a face young enough for a milk carton, how does Ken Burns qualify for a Lifetime Achievement Award? That's exactly what he thought when he was chosen to receive the accolade at the 29th annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards in September. PBS's prolific poster boy turned 55 last Tuesday.... [TVNewser]

New Ad Blasts Media's McCain Favoritism - Posted August 1, 2008
Media Matters, the site that monitors, analyzes, and corrects "conservative misinformation in the U.S. media" has bought local ad time on cable networks. We saw it on Fox News on Time Warner Cable just before 10am today. The ad uses clips of broadcast and cable news anchors including Chris Matthews, Brit... [TVNewser]

CBS Announces Convention Plans - Posted July 28, 2008
CBS News announced its plans for the 2008 Democratic and Republican Conventions today. The usual political broadcast team of Katie Couric leading coverage, with Bob Schieffer and Jeff Greenfield contributing, continues at the conventions. Some notes: • CBS will air three hours of prime time programming, Tuesday-Thursday at 10pm, at each convention. • Harry... [TVNewser]

CBS Announces Convention Plans - Posted July 28, 2008
CBS News announced its plans for the 2008 Democratic and Republican Conventions today. The usual political broadcast team of Katie Couric leading coverage, with Bob Schieffer and Jeff Greenfield contributing, continues at the conventions. Some notes: • CBS will air three hours of prime time programming, Tuesday-Thursday at 10pm, at each convention. • Harry... [TVNewser]

Schieffer, Russert To Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor - Posted July 22, 2008
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Bob Schieffer and the late NBC News Washington bureau chief and moderator of Meet The Press Tim Russert will receive Lifetime Achievement honors at the 29th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards in September. "Bob Schieffer has given CBS News more than 30 years of high... [TVNewser]

Schieffer, Russert To Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor - Posted July 22, 2008
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Bob Schieffer and the late NBC News Washington bureau chief and moderator of Meet The Press Tim Russert will receive Lifetime Achievement honors at the 29th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards in September. "Bob Schieffer has given CBS News more than 30 years of high... [TVNewser]

Couric, McManus Get the TCA Treatment, Via Satellite - Posted July 18, 2008
CBS News president Sean McManus, CBS Evening News anchor Katie Couric, chief Washington correspondent and moderator of Face the Nation, Bob Schieffer, and senior political analyst, Jeff Greenfield, will make up the network's panel at Television Critics Association press tour. But, while the critics will be in Beverly Hills, the CBSers... [TVNewser]

How Greta Got Brett Favre to Go On the Record - Posted July 15, 2008
FNC anchor Greta Van Susteren has had a busy past few days. Van Susteren flew to Wisconsin Friday to interview Sen. John McCain, returning to Washington Saturday to host a special Tony Snow tribute show, then Sunday flew to Mississippi for an exclusive interview Monday with Green Bay Packer Brett Favre, and... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 07.15.08 - Posted July 15, 2008
Good morning Washington. What area restaurant serves the above dessert tray? Let us know. Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning Reading List? Drop us a line or let us know in the tips box below. We've got your morning mix of... [FishBowlDC]

Roberts, Schieffer To Be Honored - Posted April 11, 2008
Tomorrow is the public opening of the Library of Congress Experience, a new interactive exhibit allowing visitors to explore the Library's vast collection like never before. Along with the public opening of the exhibit, the Library will also honor seven new "Living Legends" to commemorate the launch including columnist, commentator... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 04.04.08 - Posted April 4, 2008
Good morning Washington. It's Kitty Kelley's birthday and the 40th anniversary of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Quickly navigate Morning Reading List: REVOLVING DOOR | NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE MEDIA | MAGAZINES | RADIO | WEST WING REPORTAGE | JOBS Ok, so maybe you can't run, but you can do 20 push... [FishBowlDC]

Journos Honor Mudd - Posted March 31, 2008
What you missed on Thursday...a book party held for Roger Mudd's "The Place To Be: The Place to Be: Washington, CBS, and the Glory Days of Television News." It was hosted by Bob Schieffer, Chris Isham and Jim Lehrer at the Lehrer home. Among the guests: Ben Bradlee & Sally Quinn,... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 03.27.08 - Posted March 27, 2008
Good morning Washington. Dana Bash and John King will get married on Cape Cod over Memorial Day weekend. Quickly navigate Morning Reading List: REVOLVING DOOR | NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE MEDIA | MAGAZINES | RADIO | BOOKS | JOBS You would rather hang out with Barack Obama over Michelle. REVOLVING DOOR "Atlantic Names New Publisher... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 03.25.08 - Posted March 25, 2008
Good morning Washington. It's Emily Lawrimore's birthday (Hat Tip: Playbook), the 2008 Dart Award Winners have been announced, Dana Priest and Anne Hull have won yet another award, yesterday was Monica Lewinsky's 34th birthday and on this day in 1634, the first colonists to Maryland found the settlement of St. Mary's... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 03.03.08 - Posted March 3, 2008
Good morning Washington. One year ago we said goodbye to Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. and AP said hello (again) to Ron Fournier. It's the birthday of Alexander Graham Bell, Jessica Biel and, yes, me, which is the closest I'll ever get to the lovely Biel. And to answer your questions: 1.) No,... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 02.19.08 - Posted February 19, 2008
Good morning Washington. Quickly navigate Morning Reading List: REVOLVING DOOR | NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE MEDIA | MAGAZINES | RADIO | BOOKS | JOBS The Oscars are your favorite awards show. REVOLVING DOOR A release announced, "Science News, the weekly magazine of the Society for Science & the Public, has named Jonathan Oleisky its new... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 02.13.08 - Posted February 13, 2008
Good morning Washington. Yesterday was Jim VandeHei's birthday. Today, it's Jerry Springer's. Quickly navigate Morning Reading List: NEWSPAPERS | TV | ONLINE MEDIA | MAGAZINES | JOBS NEWSPAPERS The Project for Excellence in Journalism's Campaign Coverage Index shows, "Republican frontrunner John McCain generated the most media attention of any candidate in a week that saw... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 09.07.07 - Posted September 7, 2007
Good morning Washington. Taryn Luntz is joining The Examiner to cover Virginia and business news from the Seattle Times where she has been covering Washington for the paper. Jen Lash is leaving Roll Call to be the assistant editor for Architectural Lighting. Her last day is Sept. 7. From an ABC release, "On... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 06.29.07 - Posted June 29, 2007
Good morning Washington. It was a close call, but you thought Chris Matthews would be the sweaty one. An NBC release announced, "NBC News has been awarded the 8th Annual RTNDA/Unity Award in the television network category for 'Separate and Unequal, Reported by Tom Brokaw.'" Ann Coulter takes a shot at "Hardball" ABC News' President... [FishBowlDC]

Schieffer Band's New York Debut To Benefit Walter Reed - Posted June 21, 2007
As FishbowlNY first reported, Bob Schieffer's band, Honky Tonk Confidential, will be making its New York debut next week. We're told proceeds from the $15 tickets will go to the Walter Reed Society, benefiting the families of wounded veterans treated at Walter Reed Hospital. The June 27 show will take place... [FishBowlNY]

Bob Schieffer's Band To Make NYC Debut - Posted June 19, 2007
If you've been wondering what Bob Schieffer has been doing in his free time since he relinquished the CBS Evening News anchor desk to Katie Couric, well, mystery solved. The tireless newsman has embarked on a second career as a member of Honky Tonk Confidential. The band will play its first New... [FishBowlNY]

Katie A No-Show @ Gracies - Posted June 19, 2007
Did Katie skip to avoid reporters? At last night's Gracie Awards hosted by American Women in Radio & Television — where a head-spinning 41 awards were given out — Katie Couric, despite reports from her reps late last week that she would be attending and talking to reporters, was a no show.... [FishBowlNY]

Snow v. Schieffer - Posted April 26, 2007
It's Bob Schieffer v. Tony Snow in a music-off. At least we hope it sounds like music.... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 04.18.07 - Posted April 18, 2007
Good morning Washington. So it seems journos are cheap. Most of you would not be willing to pay for some of your online news websites. "Bill Keller: Why Is This Pulitzer Different From All Other Prizes?" From DCRTV: Yesterday, DCRTV told you that DC's National Public Radio is looking to expand into new digs... [FishBowlDC]

Will Other Washingtonians Say "No" To "Imus"? - Posted April 11, 2007
MediaMatters has the comprehensive list of Imus guests for 2007, including such Washingtonians as Howard Fineman, Tim Russert, Andrea Mitchell, David Brooks, Mary Matalin, Bob Schieffer, Chris Matthews, Judy Woodruff, Jim Lehrer, Evan Thomas, Pat Buchanan, Chris Wallace, Paul Begala, Howard Kurtz, David Shuster, Thomas Friedman, George Stephanopoulos, Kelly O'Donnell, Jim... [FishBowlDC]

Taking Out The Trash, 03.14.07 - Posted March 14, 2007
80 seems to be the expected age to go. The National Journal's Patrick Ottenhoff starts at the Hotline Monday as their new polling staff writer. An ABC News release announced that last week "World News with Charles Gibson" was the #1 "evening newscast among key demo viewers for the 5th time in 6... [FishBowlDC]

Woodruff To Deliver Keynote Address at ICJ - Posted February 28, 2007
From the release: ABC News Anchor Bob Woodruff will give the keynote address at the International Center for Journalists' 10th Annual Awards Dinner on November 13. Tom Brokaw, the former NBC Nightly News Anchor, will receive the Founders Award for Excellence in Journalism at the event, to be held in the... [FishBowlDC]

Katie Couric: I Was The Only Skirt At White House Meeting Before Bush Speech - Posted January 18, 2007
From Katie Couric's CBS News blog comes this missive on the state of women in television news journalism, 2007: Last Wednesday, President Bush gave his address to the country about "the new way forward" for Iraq, and lots of journalists—including me, of course—were in Washington to cover it. But before the Big... [FishBowlNY]