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'Early Show' Halloween More Frightening Than 'Today' Show - Posted October 30, 2009
Ok, Al Roker as Han Solo was pretty funny. But Harry Smith as Julia Child wins today.
If you listen closely, you can actually hear a woman scream "Oh my God" in horror before he's revealed on screen.
... [TVNewser]
CBS' Harry Smith on 'Prairie' - Posted October 23, 2009
•We already told you about NBC's Brian Williams appearing on the live taping of NPR's "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me." Now, CBS "Early Show" anchor Harry Smith will travel to St. Paul, Minnesota for a live appearance on "A Prairie Home Companion" this Saturday.... [TVNewser]
We Blew up the Moon...And It Was Boring - Posted October 9, 2009
Everyone was excited this morning about NASA firing that rocket into the moon. The cablers and network morning shows carried NASA's live feed and the event had been teased for days. CBS' "Early Show" host Harry Smith said, "It's happening right now. In fact, we have video of this morning's... [TVNewser]
We Blew up the Moon...And It Was Boring - Posted October 9, 2009
Everyone was excited this morning about NASA firing that rocket into the moon. The cablers and network morning shows carried NASA's live feed and the event had been teased for days. CBS' "Early Show" host Harry Smith said, "It's happening right now. In fact, we have video of this morning's... [TVNewser]
Newsers Step Out for Byron Pitts Book Party - Posted September 30, 2009
After dropping in at the TVNewser party downtown, we headed uptown to the Plaza Hotel where friends, family and colleagues gathered to celebrate the publication of CBS News correspondent Byron Pitts' book "Step Out on Nothing: How Family and Faith Helped Me Conquer Life's Challenges."
The room was packed with CBS, ABC... [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]
Harry Smith May Have Swine Flu - Posted September 14, 2009
CBS News told us last week that Harry Smith would be doing this morning's Early Show interview with Eliot Spitzer. Then last night, while watching Sunday Night Football, (Packers won, by the way), we noticed on Maggie Rodriguez' Twitter (@earlyshowmaggie), that she'd be doing the interview.
Interviewing former NY Gov Eliott Spitzer... [TVNewser]
The Ticker (Saturday Edition): Kurtz, Kennedy, Spitzer... - Posted September 12, 2009
> Tomorrow on Reliable Sources, Howard Kurtz will talk with Ana Marie Cox and Chris Stirewalt about the latest Cable News War: Olbermann vs. Beck. TVNewser columnist Gail Shister will also be on to talk about Jay Leno's primetime debut. CNN, 10amET tomorrow. > Monday on GMA, Ted Kennedy Jr.... [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]
Kennedy Funeral Coverage: Broadcast Network Plans - Posted August 28, 2009
And here are some the early details of how Sen. Kennedy's funeral mass in Boston and burial service in Arlington National Cemetery will be covered by the broadcast networks tomorrow:
Saturday morning, Kate Snow will anchor "GMA" from the JFK Library in Boston. At approximately 10:30amET (Update: now 10amET) ABC News will... [TVNewser]
Chris Wragge Is Out of His Mind - Posted August 25, 2009
This week, CBS' Chris Wragge is starting his day at 3:45am as he fills in for Harry Smith on "The Early Show." Wragge ends his day after anchoring the 11 O'Clock news for WCBS-TV in New York, and smack in the middle he anchors the hour-long 5pm news.
TVNewser caught up with... [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]
Harry Smith Discusses Celeb Interviews, Future of News - Posted August 13, 2009
The mediabistro.com homepage has a "So What Do You Do?" Q&A with CBS' Harry Smith, Co-Anchor of "The Early Show." It's a lengthy inside look at Smith's experiences in broadcasting over his career as well as the direction he believes TV news is going. A snippet:
This citizen journalist [movement] online... [TVNewser]
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
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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
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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]
What's Jake Tapper Got Against NBC News? - Posted July 15, 2009
South Carolina newspaper The State has gotten a hold of email correspondence sent to Gov. Mark Sanford's communications director, Joel Sawyer, by reporters in the run-up to the revelation of Sanford's extramarital tango. Politico's Michael Calderone notes one of the more surprising emails was sent by ABC News White House correspondent... [TVNewser]
TV Coverage Plans For Michael Jackson Memorial Service - Posted July 6, 2009
Michael Jackson's memorial service is tomorrow at the Staples Center in LA. Here's how the nets and cable will cover the service, via TVNewser:
• ABC: Charlie Gibson will anchor live coverage "Remembering Michael Jackson" at 1pmET, joined by "Nightline" anchor Martin Bashir. Some updates: Diane Sawyer, in NY, and Barbara Walters,... [FishBowlDC]
Katie Couric to Anchor Michael Jackson Special Tonight - Posted June 30, 2009
Last week, after Michael Jackson died, the big three network news anchors were noticeably absent during prime time programs devoted to the news. Martin Bashir and Barbara Walters anchored specials on ABC, Ann Curry on NBC and Harry Smith on CBS. Charlie Gibson co-anchored GMA on Friday but only because Diane... [TVNewser]
Katie Couric to Anchor Michael Jackson Special Tonight - Posted June 30, 2009
Last week, after Michael Jackson died, the big three network news anchors were noticeably absent during prime time programs devoted to the news. Martin Bashir and Barbara Walters anchored specials on ABC, Ann Curry on NBC and Harry Smith on CBS. Charlie Gibson co-anchored GMA on Friday but only because Diane... [TVNewser]
The Big 3 Live at 10 - Posted June 25, 2009
I've been trying to think about the last time the news divisions of the big 3 broadcasters have all been live at 10pm (on the east coast), save for an election night or presidential news conference. ABC's Barbara Walters, who just wrapped up a brief participation in a "20/20" Michael Jackson... [TVNewser]
Michael Jackson 1958-2009: TV News Coverage Notes - Posted June 25, 2009
• ABC News will present a special "20/20" tonight at 9pmET/PT. "The Life and Death of Michael Jackson" will be anchored by Barbara Walters and Martin Bashir. Walters will then anchor the 10pm special on the life of Farrah Fawcett.
• NBC has announced it is producing a 2-hour "Dateline" to... [TVNewser]
A Very Presidential Father's Day - Posted June 18, 2009
President Obama appears in this Sunday's Parade magazine with a special Father's Day message.
He writes, "I observe this Father's Day not just as a father grateful to be present in my daughters' lives but also as a son who grew up without a father in my own life... On this... [FishBowlDC]
A Very Presidential Father's Day - Posted June 18, 2009
President Obama appears in this Sunday's Parade magazine with a special Father's Day message.
He writes, "I observe this Father's Day not just as a father grateful to be present in my daughters' lives but also as a son who grew up without a father in my own life... On this... [FishBowlDC]
Confirmed: Amanda Holden to Guest Host The Early Show - Posted May 29, 2009
First reported last month, "Britain's Got Talent" judge Amanda Holden is now confirmed to guest host The Early Show on Monday alongside Harry Smith, Maggie Rodriguez and Julie Chen.
In a press release, CBS says Holden "will give viewers a first-hand account of Susan Boyle's weekend performance on the finale of the... [TVNewser]
The Ticker: Beck, Cohn, Roberts... - Posted May 13, 2009
> TV Guide Magazine's Stephen Battaglio talks to FNC's Glenn Beck about his early radio days, why he owns a gun, and what he likes about Pres. Obama. "I think he's brilliant. I think he is an effective communicator. He is a very good politician," he says. > Remember Sir Allen... [TVNewser]
The Ticker: Beck, Cohn, Roberts... - Posted May 13, 2009
> TV Guide Magazine's Stephen Battaglio talks to FNC's Glenn Beck about his early radio days, why he owns a gun, and what he likes about Pres. Obama. "I think he's brilliant. I think he is an effective communicator. He is a very good politician," he says. > Remember Sir Allen... [TVNewser]
Prom "Rebel" and Stepdad Leave Interview Early - Posted May 12, 2009
CBS' The Early Show had an exclusive interview this morning with the high school senior suspended for attending his girlfriends prom. (CBS described him as the prom "rebel" and a "Real-Life Footloose.")
But a tipster noted the student's father, Stephan Johnson, left the brief interview while it was taking place. "Your Stepdad's... [TVNewser]
Prom "Rebel" and Stepdad Leave Interview Early - Posted May 12, 2009
CBS' The Early Show had an exclusive interview this morning with the high school senior suspended for attending his girlfriends prom. (CBS described him as the prom "rebel" and a "Real-Life Footloose.")
But a tipster noted the student's father, Stephan Johnson, left the brief interview while it was taking place. "Your Stepdad's... [TVNewser]
Why I Followed Andrew Sullivan to the Financial District - Posted April 21, 2009
It's sort of fitting that my last FBNY post should be about The Atlantic dinner/conversation I attended earlier this evening, which featured Michael Hirschorn and Andrew Sullivan, since this post was actually my first foray into this whole blogging thing (and remains my top Google result).
The talk the... [FishBowlNY]
Julie Chen Expecting Her First Child - Posted April 21, 2009
The Early Show's Julie Chen announced on the program this morning that she is pregnant. It will be her first child, and the fourth for her husband, CBS Corp. CEO Les Moonves.
The pregnancy was first reported in today's New York Post. Chen said on-air that her due date is October 4,... [TVNewser]
Oscars Morning: Harry in Hollywood, Levy's Parents - Posted February 23, 2009
Harry Smith anchored The Early Show out West along with Entertainment Tonight's Mary Hart.
But the big booking for CBS was Chandra Levy's parents. Smith interviewed the couple at their Modesto, CA home yesterday. "We didn't appreciate that relationship," said her father of former Rep. Gary Condit. "You know that was... [TVNewser]
The Ticker: Velshi, Applegate, Claman... - Posted February 17, 2009
> CNN chief business correspondent Ali Velshi leads his second "Money Summit" tonight at 11pmET. The AC 360 special focuses on the stimulus package, and will be repeated Friday at 11pmET. > Former MSNBC and Weekend Today anchor Jodi Applegate (most recently of WNYW in New York) is joining News... [TVNewser]
Networks Cover Hudson Plane Landing, Day Two - Posted January 16, 2009
The network morning shows spent significant time this morning covering the Hudson River plane crash yesterday. Harry Smith anchored from the wreckage this morning on CBS' The Early Show, while the Today's Ann Curry, filling in for Meredith Vieira, anchored from the location for the first hour as well. Sam Champion... [TVNewser]
Glenn Beck Appears on CBS Before FNC Premiere Next Week - Posted January 14, 2009
Ahead of his Fox News Channel program's premiere on Monday, Glenn Beck appeared this morning on CBS' The Early Show.
Beck talked to anchor Harry Smith about the financial crisis, and didn't hold back about his solution. "Failure is a part of life, failure leads to success," he said.
Beck previously served as... [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]
Smith Takes on Coulter Over Victimhood - Posted January 6, 2009
The Ann Coulter media blitz rolled into CBS' The Early Show this morning, and Harry Smith was welcomed with a warm greeting from the conservative author.
"Today you are the most brilliant person...I am totally reconsidering my approach of attacking everyone in the media I then want to interview me for my... [TVNewser]
Ann Coulter Jumps Shark Named Harry Smith - Posted January 6, 2009
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Harry Smith took Ann Coulter to task. He calls her 'sophomoric' and her views 'simplistic'. Then Coulter tosses her hair and says something to the effect of "I'm rubber, you're glue."
"This is the Ann Coulter publicity machine at work -- publish a book filled with vitriol, lies and... [FishBowlLA]
Coulter: "I Think I'll Accept And Then Cancel At The Last Minute" - Posted January 5, 2009
The newest chapter in the NBC-Ann Coulter feud didn't even take a day to develop. Coulter appeared tonight on FNC's "Hannity & Colmes" to promote her new book, and the very first question from Sean Hannity related to the NBC cancellation.
"I know the whole thing was a set up to... [TVNewser]
The Ticker: Biden, Aniston, Young... - Posted December 19, 2008
> Vice President-elect Joe Biden will be on Larry King Live on Monday. Today, King discusses the news that the remains found in Florida have been identified as Caylee Anthony's. > The Early Show anchor Harry Smith likes him some Jennifer Aniston: "Alright, baby...you look great, I just, it...mmm...bears mentioning." Check... [TVNewser]
Pres. Bush and the Auto Bailout - Posted December 19, 2008
At 9amET, ABC, CBS and NBC will be carrying Pres. Bush's remarks related to the American auto industry survival plan. The third hour of "Today" carries the remarks for NBC, Chris Cuomo anchors a special report for ABC and Harry Smith anchors for CBS.
The cable news and business networks will air... [TVNewser]
With Layoffs Abound, CBS Finds Time to Celebrate - Posted December 11, 2008
TVNewser attended one of the few holiday parties still on the calendar. Producers, anchors and executives from CBS News and CBS Radio, and those of us who cover them, packed the 35th floor of CBS's Black Rock headquarters last night.
We talked with The Early Show's Julie Chen as she arrived,... [TVNewser]
Network Special Reports at Noon - Posted November 24, 2008
All of the broadcast networks will air a special report around NoonET this afternoon, as President-elect Barack Obama and VP-elect Joe Biden hold a joint press conference discussing Obama's selection of economic leaders in his administration. Charlie Gibson anchors on ABC, Harry Smith on CBS and Brian Williams on NBC. Gibson... [TVNewser]
Behind-The-Scenes For The Last "Unknown" - Posted November 18, 2008
Just after 8amET, as CBS' The Early Show anchor Harry Smith teased an upcoming interview with Daniel Radcliffe (aka Harry Potter), Radcliffe himself interrupted the segment. The control room laughed. It was all part of the reveal for the final "Destination Unknown" segment, a series which takes Early Show anchors around... [TVNewser]
O'Reilly Helps CBS To Best Ratings in Eight Months - Posted November 6, 2008
CBS Sunday Morning, featuring Harry Smith's interview with Bill O'Reilly, had its best ratings since March 30, 2008.
Anchored by Charles Osgood, the program drew 5,210,000 Total Viewers. Compared to the same day last year, Sunday Morning was up 3% in households, up 9% in Total Viewers and up 7% in A25-54... [TVNewser]
Networks Cover Bush Remarks on Obama Victory - Posted November 5, 2008
President George W. Bush congratulated President-elect Barack Obama this morning just after 10:15amET in a Rose Garden address, and the cablers and networks covered. "It will be a stirring sight to see President Obama, his wife, Michelle, and their beautiful girls step through the doors of the White House," he said.... [TVNewser]
"Recognize That Fellow?" Bill O'Reilly Profiled on CBS Sunday Morning - Posted November 3, 2008
...and Harry Smith asks O'Reilly what he thinks of Keith Olbermann. Says O'Reilly, without mentioning Olbermann by name, "I ignore all of those gutter snipes, because they're just in it to hurt people."... [TVNewser]
...And Williams Makes Three - Posted October 22, 2008
Gov. Sarah Palin has finished making the rounds to all the national television media. This afternoon, NBC's Brian Williams caught up with Palin and Sen. John McCain in Green, Ohio. The interviews will air over the next three nights on Nightly News. Charlie Gibson was first to interview Palin on Sept.... [TVNewser]
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]
TVNews Snapshot: 7:33:50amET Today - Posted September 29, 2008
When President Bush spoke from the Rose Garden this morning about the bailout bill, the big three networks carried the statement as a special report during their morning shows. In the eastern time zone, CBS' The Early Show was able to finish a taped portion of Harry Smith's interview with Sarah... [TVNewser]
TVNews Snapshot: 7:33:50amET Today - Posted September 29, 2008
When President Bush spoke from the Rose Garden this morning about the bailout bill, the big three networks carried the statement as a special report during their morning shows. In the eastern time zone, CBS' The Early Show was able to finish a taped portion of Harry Smith's interview with Sarah... [TVNewser]
While Some Anchors Go South, Harry Smith Heads North - Posted September 26, 2008
The Early Show's Harry Smith is on his way to Alaska where he will interview Chuck and Sally Heath, Gov. Sarah Palin's parents. The interview will happen tomorrow at their home in Wasilla, Alaska, and will be broadcast on The Early Show Monday.
Smith's colleague Katie Couric will be spending part of... [TVNewser]
While Some Anchors Go South, Harry Smith Heads North - Posted September 26, 2008
The Early Show's Harry Smith is on his way to Alaska where he will interview Chuck and Sally Heath, Gov. Sarah Palin's parents. The interview will happen tomorrow at their home in Wasilla, Alaska, and will be broadcast on The Early Show Monday.
Smith's colleague Katie Couric will be spending part of... [TVNewser]
FBNers All Over the Dial - Posted September 15, 2008
While CNBC anchors provided analysis on NBC, FBN anchors provided analysis on all the other networks. This morning, Liz Claman guested on CBS' The Early Show for an interview with Harry Smith, and Alexis Glick was on ABC with the ladies of The View. On a day Claman described as "horrifying,"... [TVNewser]
Networks Live For Bush Economic Statement - Posted September 15, 2008
All three networks, as well as every business news and cable news channel, took President George W. Bush's statement on the economy live just before 11amET. On ABC, Charlie Gibson anchored the special report, with analysis from Betsy Stark. The report lasted from 10:59-11:04amET. CBS News' special report, from 10:58-11:02amET, was... [TVNewser]
The Broadcast Networks at 8:46:26 - Posted September 11, 2008
The 9/11 Commission Report shows American Airlines Flight 11 impacting the World Trade Center North Tower at 8:46ET. This morning, at that time, 7 years later, the three broadcast networks had different strategies for coverage.
ABC news produced a special report beginning at 8:42amET. Diane Sawyer and Robin Roberts anchored. The report... [TVNewser]
The Broadcast Networks at 8:46:26 - Posted September 11, 2008
The 9/11 Commission Report shows American Airlines Flight 11 impacting the World Trade Center North Tower at 8:46ET. This morning, at that time, 7 years later, the three broadcast networks had different strategies for coverage.
ABC news produced a special report beginning at 8:42amET. Diane Sawyer and Robin Roberts anchored. The report... [TVNewser]
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]
NBC's Gustav Plans: Brian Williams to the Gulf, Tom Brokaw at the RNC - Posted August 31, 2008
This time, no one is taking any chances.
With the potential of being as severe or even worse than Hurricane Katrina three years ago, Hurricane Gustav is challenging network executives like no story in recent memory. Just like RNC planners, themselves facing a scaled back gathering, news executives, too, have been... [TVNewser]
NBC's Gustav Plans: Brian Williams to the Gulf, Tom Brokaw at the RNC - Posted August 31, 2008
This time, no one is taking any chances.
With the potential of being as severe or even worse than Hurricane Katrina three years ago, Hurricane Gustav is challenging network executives like no story in recent memory. Just like RNC planners, themselves facing a scaled back gathering, news executives, too, have been... [TVNewser]
Look Who Dropped in On GMA at the DNC - Posted August 28, 2008
Their competitive streaks may run wide and deep, but at the political conventions they're only steps from each other. So when his broadcast ended, Early Show anchor Harry Smith dropped in on Good Morning America's Robin Roberts.
"You know, it's a big family out here," Roberts said. "Harry Smith. How did we... [TVNewser]
Scenes From The Floor - Posted August 27, 2008
For President Bill Clinton's speech at the Democratic National Convention tonight, we made our way out to the convention floor and grabbed some video.
We stationed ourselves near the CNN BPTOT stage, where Anderson Cooper and John King watched the speech intently, while the rest of the panel seemed a bit less... [TVNewser]
Scenes From The Floor - Posted August 27, 2008
For President Bill Clinton's speech at the Democratic National Convention tonight, we made our way out to the convention floor and grabbed some video.
We stationed ourselves near the CNN BPTOT stage, where Anderson Cooper and John King watched the speech intently, while the rest of the panel seemed a bit less... [TVNewser]
Making the Move — Invesco - Posted August 27, 2008
Sometime around 3amET, the cable and broadcast networks will be making the move to Invesco Field, to set up for Sen. Barack Obama's acceptance speech.
The move was described to us as a "disaster," by an insider today, but it has to be done. ABC News political director David Chalian said it... [TVNewser]
Making the Move — Invesco - Posted August 27, 2008
Sometime around 3amET, the cable and broadcast networks will be making the move to Invesco Field, to set up for Sen. Barack Obama's acceptance speech.
The move was described to us as a "disaster," by an insider today, but it has to be done. ABC News political director David Chalian said it... [TVNewser]
Bright and Early, with CBS' Smith - Posted August 27, 2008
CBS anchor Harry Smith is a late-riser — he's been getting to the Pepsi Center for The Early Show broadcast at about 3:30amMT. With that early call time, and getting back to the convention for the prime time speeches, it makes for a long day.
But Smith told us a way he... [TVNewser]
Bright and Early, with CBS' Smith - Posted August 27, 2008
CBS anchor Harry Smith is a late-riser — he's been getting to the Pepsi Center for The Early Show broadcast at about 3:30amMT. With that early call time, and getting back to the convention for the prime time speeches, it makes for a long day.
But Smith told us a way he... [TVNewser]
Morning Reading List, 08.25.08 - Posted August 25, 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]
Harry Smith's Birthday Wish Doesn't Come True - Posted August 22, 2008
CBS' Harry Smith had the big get this morning, as he interviewed Sen. Barack Obama yesterday and discussed the presumptive nominee's Vice Presidential choice (although, not by name). But someone tipped Obama to the fact that it was Smith's birthday, and he had a special present for the anchor (Smith described... [TVNewser]
As Russian Troops Move In, Georgian President Takes His Case To Western Media - Posted August 13, 2008
Fox News and CNN are throwing most of their resources this morning at the shattered cease fire between Russia and Georgia as Russian troops move deeper into Georgia.
Meanwhile, Georgian Pres. Mikhail Saakashvili continues to get his message out on Western media: BBC Monday night. CNN last night and again... [TVNewser]
As Russian Troops Move In, Georgian President Takes His Case To Western Media - Posted August 13, 2008
Fox News and CNN are throwing most of their resources this morning at the shattered cease fire between Russia and Georgia as Russian troops move deeper into Georgia.
Meanwhile, Georgian Pres. Mikhail Saakashvili continues to get his message out on Western media: BBC Monday night. CNN last night and again... [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]
Sharpton, Jackson, Others Respond to N-Word Revelation - Posted July 17, 2008
The broadcast news divisions and cable news networks have been talking today about TVNewser's report that Rev. Jesse Jackson used the N-word while chatting with a guest before an appearance on Fox & Friends.
On The Early Show, CBS's Harry Smith, interviewing Rev. Al Sharpton, called the comment "disheartening." Sharpton agreed:
I... [TVNewser]
Sharpton, Jackson, Others Respond to N-Word Revelation - Posted July 17, 2008
The broadcast news divisions and cable news networks have been talking today about TVNewser's report that Rev. Jesse Jackson used the N-word while chatting with a guest before an appearance on Fox & Friends.
On The Early Show, CBS's Harry Smith, interviewing Rev. Al Sharpton, called the comment "disheartening." Sharpton agreed:
I... [TVNewser]
Evening News Ratings: Week of June 30 - Posted July 8, 2008
The Fourth of July holiday week was not kind to the network evening newscasts. All three were down week-to-week, NBC & ABC both down more than 600K Total Viewers. Last week was also the lowest ever Total Viewer and A25-54 delivery for World News with Charles Gibson since the start of... [TVNewser]
Keep Your Eye On The Ball - Posted July 25, 2007
The Early Show Co-Anchor Harry Smith and Weather Anchor Dave Price will throw the first pitch at the Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Indians game tomorrow night. Then, bright and early Friday morning, Smith and Price will anchor The Early Show from Cleveland's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.... [TVNewser]
Keep Your Eye On The Ball - Posted July 25, 2007
The Early Show Co-Anchor Harry Smith and Weather Anchor Dave Price will throw the first pitch at the Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Indians game tomorrow night. Then, bright and early Friday morning, Smith and Price will anchor The Early Show from Cleveland's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.... [TVNewser]
Taking Out The Trash, 01.12.07 - Posted January 12, 2007
With a third of the votes, Fox was where most of you tuned in for President Bush's speech.
A NBC release announced that "Meet the Press with Tim Russert" was the number one public affairs program for the week ending January 7, 2007, "winning all categories." "Meet" attracted 4.223 million viewers, an... [FishBowlDC]
Condi Loves Harry, Fox | No MSG For Dems In '08 | I'm With Rolling Stone Tanks | Croc Hunter's Final Film | A Convenient Book Editor | Time vs. Newsweek | Page Six's Latest Mastheader - Posted January 11, 2007
Condoleezza Rice: Likes CBS anchor Harry Smith, loves "Fox guys, I love every single one of them." [Reuters]
Bad Ratings: For Rolling Stone reality show debut. [WWD]
Croc Hunter Steve Irwin's: Final film Jan. 21. [USA Today]
Editor Of Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth: Gets her own Rodale imprint. [Page... [FishBowlNY]





