Sean Hannity

'The News Audience, if not News itself, is Getting more Polarized' - Posted 2 days, 20 hours ago
Finding itself in the news this week, the presses roll on for Time Inc. magazines including the flagship TIME. In this week's edition, out tomorrow, media critic James Poniewozik writes about "the most significant bias out there: moderate bias." Sean Hannity's Republicanism, [Glenn] Beck's populism and Mike Huckabee's Christian conservatism are very... [TVNewser]

Hannity, Beck Follow Race in Upstate NY - Posted 4 days, 15 hours ago
Do Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity have an unusual interest in one of today's elections? Mediaite's Steve Krakauer writes that both Hannity and Beck are supporting Conservative Party nominee Doug Hoffman in the 2009 special election for New York's 23rd congressional district because his race represents something larger: Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity... [TVNewser]

Hannity, Beck Follow Race in Upstate NY - Posted 4 days, 15 hours ago
Do Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity have an unusual interest in one of today's elections? Mediaite's Steve Krakauer writes that both Hannity and Beck are supporting Conservative Party nominee Doug Hoffman in the 2009 special election for New York's 23rd congressional district because his race represents something larger: Glenn Beck and Sean Hannity... [TVNewser]

November '09 Elections: Cable Coverage Plans - Posted November 2, 2009
Tomorrow, polls will open following an off-year election season that's included closely followed races in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York. Here is a rundown of special coverage on the cable networks: Wolf Blitzer will be in D.C. anchoring coverage of the returns for CNN's "Election Night in America." Campbell Brown,... [TVNewser]

Bill O'Reilly on White House Fight: 'There's Two Commentators on Fox That Really Don't Like Barack Obama: Glenn Beck & Sean Hannity' - Posted October 30, 2009
FNC's Bill O'Reilly, in Halloween get-up, on ABC's "The View" this morning. This is one for the ages. Bill O'Reilly, dressed as a vampire, joined the ladies of "The View" this morning to talk about the feud with the White House, the cable news landscape, and his book, A Bold Fresh... [TVNewser]

'Hannity:' 'Not White House Approved' - Posted October 20, 2009
Sean Hannity added a new tagline to his show tonight: "Not White House Approved." "It seems like the White House is developing an enemies list," says Hannity. Democratic strategist/FNC analyst Bob Beckel tells Hannity he understands why Obama might not want to appear on "about three hours worth of programming, including... [TVNewser]

The Video Wall: White House v. Fox News - Posted October 20, 2009
> Bill O'Reilly devoted last night's Talking Points Memo to why "President Obama is so mad at Fox News." > Sean Hannity also discussed that topic, calling the strategy "cynical," "manipulative," and "an abuse of power." He also said the administration "doesn't believe in a free press whose job it is... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List 10.09.09 - Posted October 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. The President woke up this morning a Nobel Peace Prize winner. Above is the photo that was brought to White House press secretary Robert Gibbs in... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 10.09.09 - Posted October 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. The President woke up this morning a Nobel Peace Prize winner. Above is the photo that was brought to White House press secretary Robert Gibbs in... [FishBowlDC]

The Video Wall: Miller, Smith, Kids, Olbermann... - Posted October 8, 2009
> Dennis Miller talks/criticizes CNN, MSNBC, Glenn Beck, and Sean Hannity on "The O'Reilly Factor" using 17 different metaphors. > FNC's Shepard Smith has evidence the world is coming to an end. > Those kids are back. CNN invited the students from the Ron Clark Academy (of super-viral, "You Can Vote However... [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]

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]

The Video Ticker: Stewart, 'Countdown,' Goldberg - Posted September 30, 2009
> Jon Stewart mocked Sean Hannity's coverage of the California farmers' drought on "The Daily Show" last night in a segment titled, "Where the Riled Things Are." > Filling in on "Countdown," David Shuster criticized Fox News for promoting the "bogus claim that the Obama administration is indoctrinating your kids." > On "The... [TVNewser]

The Video Ticker: Stewart, 'Countdown,' Goldberg - Posted September 30, 2009
> Jon Stewart mocked Sean Hannity's coverage of the California farmers' drought on "The Daily Show" last night in a segment titled, "Where the Riled Things Are." > Filling in on "Countdown," David Shuster criticized Fox News for promoting the "bogus claim that the Obama administration is indoctrinating your kids." > On "The... [TVNewser]

Reporters Shouted Down During Values Voter Summit - Posted September 18, 2009
Brian Mooar, who reports for NBC's affiliate news service and often appears on MSNBC, was doing a live shot from the Values Voter Summit in Washington, DC this afternoon. And it did not go over well with some of the participants who were sitting nearby trying to listen to the speakers.... [TVNewser]

Look Who's on the Cover of Time - Posted September 17, 2009
In a Time magazine cover story, on newsstands tomorrow, David Von Drehle asks, "Is Glenn Beck Bad for America?" The article is a primer for those who don't know Beck, and a refresher for those who've flocked to Beck in the last few months. Beck, however, does not give a new... [TVNewser]

Newsers Make "Atlantic50" - Posted September 16, 2009
The Atlantic Wire, The Atlantic's latest opinion aggregator, has released a list of the "Atlantic50," made up of "the columnists and bloggers and broadcast pundits who shape the national debates" that the site will monitor. The methodology included audience measurement, a survey of Washington insiders, and web data to arrive at the... [TVNewser]

Newsers Make "Atlantic50" - Posted September 16, 2009
The Atlantic Wire, The Atlantic's latest opinion aggregator, has released a list of the "Atlantic50," made up of "the columnists and bloggers and broadcast pundits who shape the national debates" that the site will monitor. The methodology included audience measurement, a survey of Washington insiders, and web data to arrive at the... [TVNewser]

Sean Hannity's Labor Day Radio Waves - Posted September 7, 2009
FNC's Sean Hannity is laboring this day... sort of. On SIRIUS Patriot channel 144 and XM America Right channel 166, Hannity will host Freedom Radio, featuring live performances from the 2009 Hannity Freedom Concerts. Throughout August Hannity presented the concerts across the country, raising money for The Freedom Alliance... [TVNewser]

Around the Blogs: Pentagon, Senate, Congressman Hannity? - Posted August 28, 2009
• Stars and Stripes has reported this week that the Rendon Group has been grading embedded reporters in Afghanistan, citing reporters' work either "positive," "neutral" or "negative." PJ Tobia, over at True/Slant obtained his and posted it. FishbowlLA has the excerpts. • A Senate bill proposes giving the President control over the... [FishBowlDC]

Congressman Hannity? - Posted August 28, 2009
Fox News' Sean Hannity said on his show this week, "I would run for office at some point in my life." He was speaking with a panel that included Juan Williams, strategist Noelle Nikpour, and college football legend Lou Holtz (who promptly went on a semi-coherent rant about one time at... [TVNewser]

Glenn Beck Off This Week: Vacation or Something More? - Posted August 20, 2009
First on TVNewser: Tipsters inside Fox News tell us Glenn Beck's vacation this week from his Fox News show was not planned. We hear Beck was told to take this week off to let some of the heat surrounding him die down. That heat began July 28 on "Fox & Friends"... [TVNewser]

Glenn Beck Off This Week: Vacation or Something More? - Posted August 20, 2009
First on TVNewser: Tipsters inside Fox News tell us Glenn Beck's vacation this week from his Fox News show was not planned. We hear Beck was told to take this week off to let some of the heat surrounding him die down. That heat began July 28 on "Fox & Friends"... [TVNewser]

Family Guy's Seth MacFarlane Takes Shots at Fox News - Posted August 19, 2009
In this month's issue of Playboy -- don't ask -- "Family Guy" creator and FOX comedy mastermind Seth MacFarlane, had some interesting things to say about Rupert Murdoch, Fox News Channel, and some FNC talent: MacFarlane: There are things I don't like about FOX, most notably Fox News, but [Rupert] Murdoch is... [TVNewser]

For Second Time This Week, FNC Tops MSNBC, CNN, HLN & CNBC Combined - Posted August 13, 2009
You might see another "Fox News explodes" moment from Bill O'Reilly tonight. For the second time this week and fourth time this year, FNC beat the combined totals of the four other news channels in primetime in both Total Viewers and the A25-54 demo. "The O'Reilly Factor" had its biggest audience of... [TVNewser]

Hannity Has Big Week Too - Posted August 13, 2009
While much of the ratings attention this week has revolved around Bill O'Reilly and Fox News' overall numbers, Sean Hannity has quietly -- well, quietly for him -- had one of his best weeks this year. Monday night, Hannity had 932K viewers in the A25-54 demo (3.12M Total Viewers), and Tuesday night,... [TVNewser]

Shep Smith in the Boston Globe - Posted July 27, 2009
Fox News' "most prominent anchor" Shepard Smith appeared in a Joanna Weiss-penned Boston Globe feature Sunday that explores his broadcaster mentality, his place at Fox News, and his Mississippi roots. Also, Smith's neutral approach amidst a number of opinion programs is examined in some detail: Smith's own perspective is hard to attach... [TVNewser]

Diane Sawyer Responds to "Mickey Mouse Sponsored Infomercial" Charge - Posted June 22, 2009
ABC's Diane Sawyer was on CNN's "Reliable Sources" yesterday talking about the networks' White House Health Care special this Wednesday. After host Howard Kurtz played a clip of FNC's Sean Hannity's characterization of the special as a "Mickey Mouse sponsored infomercial," concluding, "journalism in America is dead," Sawyer responded: Oh, Sean.... [TVNewser]

Shep Smith: "There Can't Be a Fox News Without News" - Posted June 22, 2009
The NYTimes' Bill Carter writes about Fox Newsman Shepard Smith and the comments he made about some of the emails he received in the wake of the Holocaust Museum shooting - comments that drew the ire of leading conservatives, including Rush Limbaugh. He tells Carter those emails mostly said, "You don't... [TVNewser]

ABC Pre-Special Chatter: TV Critics Weigh In - Posted June 18, 2009
That ABC health care special broadcast Wednesday from the White House? People are still talking. • Time Magazine's James Poniewozik had to scrap his print column this week ("death of print — why can't you come sooner!"), so he wrote a blog on the subject instead. "The test of the news special... [TVNewser]

ABC Pre-Special Chatter: TV Critics Weigh In - Posted June 18, 2009
That ABC health care special broadcast Wednesday from the White House? People are still talking. • Time Magazine's James Poniewozik had to scrap his print column this week ("death of print — why can't you come sooner!"), so he wrote a blog on the subject instead. "The test of the news special... [TVNewser]

Joy Behar: "I Don't Want To Do Just a Liberal Show" - Posted June 12, 2009
Soon-to-be HLN host Joy Behar gave some insight into what she envisions for her show, in an interview with HuffPost's Danny Shea. "I don't want to do just a liberal show," she said. "I interviewed Ann Coulter when I was sitting in for Larry King a couple of times, and we have... [TVNewser]

Who Gets The Carrie Prejean Post-Firing Exclusive? - Posted June 11, 2009
Guess (answer after the jump): ... [TVNewser]

Which Murder Is More Newsworthy? Bill O'Reilly Debates - Posted June 11, 2009
Bill O'Reilly and FNC analyst Ellis Henican had a heated discussion last night about which story — the murder of Dr. Tiller or Private Long — was more newsworthy, and why each was covered the way it was in the media. The shooting at the Holocaust Museum yesterday was mentioned as... [TVNewser]

Anchor Defends Limbaugh Coverage: "Do Not Try to Call Out This Network for Doing Our Job" - Posted June 5, 2009
MSNBC's Tamron Hall got fired up yesterday when one of her guests, GOP strategist Alex Conant, pointed out how much time the network spends talking about Rush Limbaugh. Hall defended MSNBC, saying her question relating to Limbaugh's interview with Sean Hannity "has nothing to do with this network." "We have a right... [TVNewser]

Mancow Appears on Olbermann To Talk Waterboarding, Hannity - Posted May 27, 2009
In what would be seen as a surprise booking this time last week, Erich "Mancow" Muller appeared on Countdown with Keith Olbermann last night to discuss being waterboarded last Friday. After being snubbed in his charity offer by FNC's Sean Hannity, Olbermann donated $10,000 to "Veterans of Valor" because of Mancow's waterboarding. "Sean... [TVNewser]

Bill Maher Responds to Sean Hannity - Posted May 26, 2009
You may have been memorializing on Sunday (or just on the beach) so here's your Reliable Sources update: Howard Kurtz led a panel discussion on cable news's prime time partisanship. "President Obama is routinely bashed on Fox News Channel and just as routinely defended on MSNBC, where the Republicans are often portrayed... [TVNewser]

Bill Maher Responds to Sean Hannity - Posted May 26, 2009
You may have been memorializing on Sunday (or just on the beach) so here's your Reliable Sources update: Howard Kurtz led a panel discussion on cable news's prime time partisanship. "President Obama is routinely bashed on Fox News Channel and just as routinely defended on MSNBC, where the Republicans are often portrayed... [TVNewser]

Jesse Ventura Issues His Own Waterboarding Challenge to Sean Hannity - Posted May 22, 2009
Wrestler, turned governor, turned MSNBC host, turned author, turned book promoter Jesse Ventura is finding his TV appearances are becoming more scarce than CNN's prime time viewers. In an interview with The Huffington Post Ventura says Bill O'Reilly and Bill Maher are "afraid" to have him on their shows. Ventura did appear on... [TVNewser]

Mancow Gets Waterboarded and Says It's Torture - Posted May 22, 2009
View more news videos at: http://www.nbcchicago.com/video. Radio host Erich Muller or "Mancow" actually did what Sean Hannity has been threatening to do - get waterboarded to prove a point. Err, their point. Which is that waterboarding isn't torture. It's just water. From The Raw Story: "I wanted to prove it wasn't torture," Mancow said.... [FishBowlLA]

Olbermann Doesn't Think Hannity "Has The Courage To Even Respond To This" - Posted April 29, 2009
When Sean Hannity told Charles Grodin he would get waterboarded for charity last week, he probably didn't think it would still be making news. But then MSNBC's Keith Olbermann offered $1,000 for each second Hannity lasted. The money would go to charity. But Hannity hasn't responded. The AP's David Bauder talks to Olbermann... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List 04.27.09 - Posted April 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 98 covering the Obama administration and week 13 for us. Happy Birthday to Dana Milbank and Domenico Montanaro (who celebrated over the weekend).... [FishBowlDC]

Hemmer: "We Size It Up and Shoot Down the Middle" - Posted April 25, 2009
Fox News Channel's Bill Hemmer is profiled by his hometown Cincinnati Enquirer. "Fox is a special place," Hemmer said one recent morning after wrapping up his newscast. "We have fewer people, and less staff challenges us to work smarter, faster than our competition. You hit the door in the morning and if... [TVNewser]

Olbermann Takes Hannity Up on Waterboarding Charity Challenge - Posted April 24, 2009
Sean Hannity, the ball is in your court. Last night on Countdown, Keith Olbermann took the FNC host up on his offer, made Wednesday on "Hannity" in a discussion with Charles Grodin, to get waterboarded for charity. "For every second you last, $1,000," said Olbermann. "Live or on tape, provided other networks' cameras... [TVNewser]

Olbermann Takes Hannity Up on Waterboarding Charity Challenge - Posted April 24, 2009
Sean Hannity, the ball is in your court. Last night on Countdown, Keith Olbermann took the FNC host up on his offer, made Wednesday on "Hannity" in a discussion with Charles Grodin, to get waterboarded for charity. "For every second you last, $1,000," said Olbermann. "Live or on tape, provided other networks' cameras... [TVNewser]

Hannity Tells Grodin He'll Get Waterboarded For Charity - Posted April 23, 2009
Whenever Charles Grodin stops by for an interview with FNC's Sean Hannity, there's going to be fireworks. Grodin got in his usual cracks during his appearance last night — about Hannity's make-up, and asking "Where's Alan?" and "Are you dating Ann Coulter?" But in a discussion about torture, Grodin asked Hannity if he... [TVNewser]

Hannity Tells Grodin He'll Get Waterboarded For Charity - Posted April 23, 2009
Whenever Charles Grodin stops by for an interview with FNC's Sean Hannity, there's going to be fireworks. Grodin got in his usual cracks during his appearance last night — about Hannity's make-up, and asking "Where's Alan?" and "Are you dating Ann Coulter?" But in a discussion about torture, Grodin asked Hannity if he... [TVNewser]

Maddow: "We Don't Debate The Ratings Very Much" - Posted April 22, 2009
MSNBC's Rachel Maddow is back in the news today on several fronts. The LA Times picks up on a story first reported on TVNewser about Maddow's ratings drop. The "breakout star on cable" has seen her "numbers cool," writes Yvonne Villarreal. Maddow says she's not concerned how the new administration may affect ratings.... [TVNewser]

Maddow: "We Don't Debate The Ratings Very Much" - Posted April 22, 2009
MSNBC's Rachel Maddow is back in the news today on several fronts. The LA Times picks up on a story first reported on TVNewser about Maddow's ratings drop. The "breakout star on cable" has seen her "numbers cool," writes Yvonne Villarreal. Maddow says she's not concerned how the new administration may affect ratings.... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: CBS, FNC, MSNBC... - Posted April 21, 2009
> 48 Hours Mystery was Saturday night's #1 program in households (5.0 rating / 9 share) and Total Viewers (7.26m). Compared to the same week last year, the CBS News magazine is up 25% in households. The show featured the unsolved murder of Air Force Col. Philip Michael Shue. >... [TVNewser]

Goldberg to Hannity: "The Right Has To Stop Behaving Like The Left Used To Behave With George Bush" - Posted April 15, 2009
Tonight Sean Hannity will be in Atlanta with Newt Gingrich, Joe the Plumber and others for a Tax Day Tea Party, but earlier this week he got a bit of a talking to by FNC contributor, Bernie Goldberg. As Hannity described the Obama administration's "racing to take credit" after the rescue of... [TVNewser]

Goldberg to Hannity: "The Right Has To Stop Behaving Like The Left Used To Behave With George Bush" - Posted April 15, 2009
Tonight Sean Hannity will be in Atlanta with Newt Gingrich, Joe the Plumber and others for a Tax Day Tea Party, but earlier this week he got a bit of a talking to by FNC contributor, Bernie Goldberg. As Hannity described the Obama administration's "racing to take credit" after the rescue of... [TVNewser]

Fox News' All-Day Party Coverage - Posted April 15, 2009
While CNBC's Rick Santelli, who the tax day tea party planners say was the inspiration for the parties across the country today, will not be involved, the folks at Fox News are out in force covering the partying. Their "Anti-Tax Tea Party" coverage includes: • Neil Cavuto live from Sacramento at 4pmET • Glenn... [TVNewser]

Fox News' All-Day Party Coverage - Posted April 15, 2009
While CNBC's Rick Santelli, who the tax day tea party planners say was the inspiration for the parties across the country today, will not be involved, the folks at Fox News are out in force covering the partying. Their "Anti-Tax Tea Party" coverage includes: • Neil Cavuto live from Sacramento at 4pmET • Glenn... [TVNewser]

9 Principles, 12 Values...And Now, 6 Ideas - Posted April 9, 2009
First there was Glenn Beck's 9 principles and 12 values. Well tonight Sean Hannity gets into the numbers game with a special called "6 Ideas To Save America." Hannity's "Ideas" are a bit more concrete than Beck's "principles" and "values" — they include economic recovery, energy independence and healthcare, and each have... [TVNewser]

9 Principles, 12 Values...And Now, 6 Ideas - Posted April 9, 2009
First there was Glenn Beck's 9 principles and 12 values. Well tonight Sean Hannity gets into the numbers game with a special called "6 Ideas To Save America." Hannity's "Ideas" are a bit more concrete than Beck's "principles" and "values" — they include economic recovery, energy independence and healthcare, and each have... [TVNewser]

The Limbaugh Challenge - Posted April 7, 2009
In a recent LA Times Op-Ed piece, conservative Andrew Klavan criticized the liberals who complained about Rush Limbaugh without ever having listened to his show. Klavan issued the "Limbaugh challenge"- to listen to the show an hour a day for several days. Four local liberals accepted the challenge- Marc Cooper of... [FishBowlLA]

The Limbaugh Challenge - Posted April 7, 2009
In a recent LA Times Op-Ed piece, conservative Andrew Klavan criticized the liberals who complained about Rush Limbaugh without ever having listened to his show. Klavan issued the "Limbaugh challenge"- to listen to the show an hour a day for several days. Four local liberals accepted the challenge- Marc Cooper of... [FishBowlLA]

Santelli "Not Involved" In Any Tax Day Tea Parties - Posted April 2, 2009
On April 15, "Tax Day Tea Party" protests will take place around the country, but the inspiration for the tea parties will not be participating. CNBC's Rick Santelli, whose February 19 on-air rant brought up the idea of a tea party, is "not going and not in any way involved" in the... [TVNewser]

Santelli "Not Involved" In Any Tax Day Tea Parties - Posted April 2, 2009
On April 15, "Tax Day Tea Party" protests will take place around the country, but the inspiration for the tea parties will not be participating. CNBC's Rick Santelli, whose February 19 on-air rant brought up the idea of a tea party, is "not going and not in any way involved" in the... [TVNewser]

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

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

Tonight's News Conference Coverage Plans - Posted March 24, 2009
ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC will take President Barack Obama's second prime time news conference live tonight at 8pmET. It will also be covered on the financial news networks (CNBC, FBN and Bloomberg) and on cable news. Here's how the newser will affect the cablers: CNN: Wolf Blitzer, Campbell Brown, Anderson Cooper... [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]

Networks and Cablers To Cover Obama's Prime Time Newser - Posted March 24, 2009
ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC will take President Barack Obama's second prime time news conference live tonight at 8pmET. It will also be covered on the financial news networks (CNBC, FBN and Bloomberg) and on cable news. Here's how the newser will affect the cablers: • CNN — Wolf Blitzer, Campbell Brown,... [TVNewser]

Maher and Olbermann Talk Beck, Cornell - Posted March 21, 2009
Keith Olbermann appeared last night on HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher as the second guest and later as a member of the panel. The conversation began with Cornell University (both are alumni) and the origin of their political beliefs. Maher also asked Olbermann why he continues to use the "Mission... [TVNewser]

Maher and Olbermann Talk Beck, Cornell - Posted March 21, 2009
Keith Olbermann appeared last night on HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher as the second guest and later as a member of the panel. The conversation began with Cornell University (both are alumni) and the origin of their political beliefs. Maher also asked Olbermann why he continues to use the "Mission... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Beck, Greenberg, Golodryga... - Posted March 12, 2009
> FNC's Glenn Beck is featured in a lengthy car-related profile in Motor Trend magazine. "Make no mistake, Beck is patriotic and thus he owns American cars," reports K.S. Wang. > CNBC premieres "Crusie Inc: Big Money On The High Seas," on March 24 at 9pmET. Correspondent Peter Greenberg takes a... [TVNewser]

Beck Tops Hannity; Second Biggest Draw in Cable News - Posted March 11, 2009
Glenn Beck on Fox News Channel continues to be a ratings hit. Yesterday's show drew 662,000 viewers in the A25-54 demo, making it the second most-popular cable news show with younger viewers, even topping, for the first time, Sean Hannity's show at 9pmET. However, Hannity beat Beck in Total Viewers (2.376 million... [TVNewser]

Beck Tops Hannity; Second Biggest Draw in Cable News - Posted March 11, 2009
Glenn Beck on Fox News Channel continues to be a ratings hit. Yesterday's show drew 662,000 viewers in the A25-54 demo, making it the second most-popular cable news show with younger viewers, even topping, for the first time, Sean Hannity's show at 9pmET. However, Hannity beat Beck in Total Viewers (2.376 million... [TVNewser]

Cramer "Uncomfortable Being in the Crosshairs," Rush Tries to Help - Posted March 9, 2009
CNBC's Jim Cramer is responding to his critics in the media — from the left and right - from print, TV and radio — over his comments about the Obama administration priorities. I'm uncomfortable being in the crosshairs of columnists and comedians I enjoy, and I find the embrace of Rush Limbaugh... [TVNewser]

Cramer "Uncomfortable Being in the Crosshairs," Rush Tries to Help - Posted March 9, 2009
CNBC's Jim Cramer is responding to his critics in the media — from the left and right - from print, TV and radio — over his comments about the Obama administration priorities. I'm uncomfortable being in the crosshairs of columnists and comedians I enjoy, and I find the embrace of Rush Limbaugh... [TVNewser]

February Ratings: FNC Beats CNN and MSNBC Combined in Total Viewers - Posted February 24, 2009
Fox News was the ratings leader during prime time and total day during February 2009 — its 86th month on top. FNC averaged more Total Viewers than CNN and MSNBC combined in prime time and total day. FNC had nine out of the top 10 programs in cable news last month in... [TVNewser]

February Ratings: FNC Beats CNN and MSNBC Combined in Total Viewers - Posted February 24, 2009
Fox News was the ratings leader during prime time and total day during February 2009 — its 86th month on top. FNC averaged more Total Viewers than CNN and MSNBC combined in prime time and total day. FNC had nine out of the top 10 programs in cable news last month in... [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]

Morning Reading List 02.24.09 - Posted February 24, 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 36 covering the Obama administration and week 4 for us. Happy Mardi Gras! What we... [FishBowlDC]

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

NPR Examines Contributor Juan Williams' FNC Association - Posted February 12, 2009
NPR ombudsman Alicia C. Shepard spends her column this week looking at the dual role of Juan Williams — as a contributor to both NPR and FNC. "Last year, 378 listeners emailed me complaints and frustrations about things Williams said on Fox," writes Shepard, while noting 56 came recently from his comments... [TVNewser]

NPR Examines Contributor Juan Williams' FNC Association - Posted February 12, 2009
NPR ombudsman Alicia C. Shepard spends her column this week looking at the dual role of Juan Williams — as a contributor to both NPR and FNC. "Last year, 378 listeners emailed me complaints and frustrations about things Williams said on Fox," writes Shepard, while noting 56 came recently from his comments... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List 02.10.09 - Posted February 10, 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. We're dropping the "Muesli"... just join us after the jump! ... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List 02.10.09 - Posted February 10, 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. We're dropping the "Muesli"... just join us after the jump! ... [FishBowlDC]

"Get Him A 6-Pack of Budweiser and We'll Meet Hannity Wherever He Wants To Go" - Posted February 10, 2009
In addition to Morning Joe, Robert Gibbs stopped by Fox & Friends and the subject included that beer sit-down between Sean Hannity and Pres. Obama. Here's the beer backstory. This morning from the White House, Gibbs told F&F, "We should definitely do this in a public place, because nobody would believe that... [TVNewser]

President Obama Takes Beer Outing With Sean Hannity "Under Advisement" - Posted February 9, 2009
President Barack Obama comments on potentially having a beer with FNC's Sean Hannity during today's town hall: "Generally his opinion of me does not seem to be very high...but I'm always good for a beer": • Update: Regarding Obama's commment that "there's a certain segment of hard core Sean Hannity fans that... [TVNewser]

President Obama Takes Beer Outing With Sean Hannity "Under Advisement" - Posted February 9, 2009
President Barack Obama comments on potentially having a beer with FNC's Sean Hannity during today's town hall: "Generally his opinion of me does not seem to be very high...but I'm always good for a beer": • Update: Regarding Obama's commment that "there's a certain segment of hard core Sean Hannity fans that... [TVNewser]

Schedule Shake-Ups As Cablers Cover Obama Newser - Posted February 9, 2009
Every major network will cover President Barack Obama's news conference tonight at 8pmET, which is expected to last the full hour, as will the cablers (and business news networks). How will they shake up their schedule? In very different ways: • CNN — Wolf Blitzer introduces the news conference, and Blitzer, Campbell... [TVNewser]

Schedule Shake-Ups As Cablers Cover Obama Newser - Posted February 9, 2009
Every major network will cover President Barack Obama's news conference tonight at 8pmET, which is expected to last the full hour, as will the cablers (and business news networks). How will they shake up their schedule? In very different ways: • CNN — Wolf Blitzer introduces the news conference, and Blitzer, Campbell... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: PBS, FNC, MTV... - Posted February 5, 2009
> Rahm Emanuel joins Jim Lehrer on PBS The NewsHour for a live interview on Friday. According to the release, topics will include "the economy, the stimulus package and trouble with Cabinet appointments" (how about his old Clinton friends?). > Whoopi Goldberg stops by "Hannity" tonight on FNC at 9pmET... [TVNewser]

Howard Kurtz Calls Out Bernie Goldberg For Canceling on Him - Posted February 1, 2009
Today on Reliable Sources, Howard Kurtz called out Bernard Goldberg for canceling this morning's appearance on the show. KURTZ: Before we go to break, author Bernard Goldberg was scheduled to appear on this program to talk about his new book on media bias - until Friday, when he abruptly canceled, without explanation,... [TVNewser]

Note to Sean Hannity... - Posted January 29, 2009
...from a TVNewser reader: "Can someone please tell Sean Hannity to stop clicking and banging his pen. It's so loud and annoying when a guest is talking." The tip came just after Hannity's interview with Ann Coulter.... [TVNewser]

January Ratings: Rankers - Posted January 28, 2009
Fox News Channel had the top seven programs during the month of January in Total Viewers, with The O'Reilly Factor once again in the top spot. The top MSNBC program, Countdown with Keith Olbermann, finished 8th and the top CNN program, Campbell Brown: No Bias No Bull, finished 9th. In the A25-54... [TVNewser]

January Ratings: FNC's 85th Month in First - Posted January 27, 2009
Fox News Channel was once again the top rated cable news network in January, its 85th consecutive month in first place in Total Viewers. It also was #1 in the A25-54 demo during prime time. Fox News was also the 3rd ranked network on all of cable in prime time, and... [TVNewser]

Chris Wallace: "I'm Not Mike Wallace and Neither is Anybody Else" - Posted January 26, 2009
FOX News Sunday anchor Chris Wallace is profiled in Improper Bostonian magazine, and the loose interview sees Wallace delve into some unique topics. He's asked if he's "proud to work" with Sean Hannity. "I respect him," he says. "We do different things but he's very valuable to the network. I generally agree... [TVNewser]

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

"Hannity" Premieres With Big Ratings Victory - Posted January 13, 2009
The premiere of "Hannity" last night won its 9pmET slot in Total Viewers and the A25-54 demo, beating MSNBC and CNN combined in Total Viewers. The program was up 51% in Total Viewers and 78% in the demo compared to "Hannity & Colmes" in January '09. Tonight's show features the 2nd part of... [TVNewser]

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

FNC at 9pm: An End and a Beginning - Posted January 9, 2009
The final "Hannity & Colmes" airs tonight on Fox News at 9pmET, and for the first time in 12 years, a new program will air in the slot beginning on Monday. For tonight's final show, Mike Huckabee, John Kasich and Lanny Davis will appear as guests. Gary Sinise will also be on... [TVNewser]

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

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

Morning Reading List, 12.30.08 - Posted December 30, 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: FNC, NBC, CNN... - Posted December 23, 2008
> "A Fox & Friends Christmas" airs tomorrow night from 8-10pmET, hosted by the weekday and weekend F&F teams. Special guests stopping by include Alan Colmes, Sean Hannity, Greta Van Susteren and more "unannounced" guests, sharing their favorite traditions and recipes, singing carols and exchanging presents. > Michael P. Hill... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 12.18.08 - Posted December 18, 2008
Good morning, Washington. What DC street is featured above? Think you know? Email us with your best guess. AND: Join us after the jump to find out if you guessed our last contest correctly." Got a blind item, interesting link, funny note, comment, birthday, anniversary or anything of the sort for Morning... [FishBowlDC]

Shep Reflects On What He's Learned - Posted December 15, 2008
Esquire magazine profiles FNC's Shepard Smith as part of its "What I've Learned" section, and the candid answers are mixed with several videos of the anchor's most memorable moments. "That people don't understand the difference between Fox's 'op-ed page' and our news is not about me, it's about them," says Smith. He describes... [TVNewser]

Cafferty Reads Email Comparing Limbaugh and Hannity to KKK - Posted December 15, 2008
During his Cafferty File segment on Friday CNN's Jack Cafferty asked viewers: "Should Republicans stop listening to Rush Limbaugh?" Newsbusters reports Cafferty referred to the radio host as "that gasbag Limbaugh," while referencing comments made by Colin Powell last week during an interview with CNN's Fareed Zakaria. While reading viewer emails after the... [TVNewser]

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

Morning Media Menu: December 12 - Posted December 12, 2008
Today on Morning Media Menu — our newly-launched audio podcast based around the mediabistro.com Morning Newsfeed and mediabistro.com blog network — it's Friday! Steve and I talk about Sean Hannity going solo, Time shuttering its Canadian edition, and what new things we learned this week (hint: bluh-GOY-uh-vich). Also(!) apparently... [FishBowlNY]

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

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

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

Morning Joe Team In Talks To Start Radio Show "By The Beginning of the Year" - Posted November 26, 2008
The Morning Joe team of Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski are looking for a radio gig — and it sounds like a deal is close. Although Scarborough tells TVNewser "we haven't signed any deals yet," he says, "If we're going to get into radio, we want it to be by the... [TVNewser]

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

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

Roger Ailes, The Conservative Maestro Behind Fox News, Signs For 5 More Arduous Years - Posted November 20, 2008
Roger Ailes, whom Rupert Murdoch brought in to weave his Republican-istic web around Fox News, has signed on for a five-year extension to his contract, the Los Angeles Times reported. That means we're in for five more years of such pleasant closeted lefties as Sean Hannity, Bill O'Reilly, Great Van Sustern and... [FishBowlLA]

Media Panel Before "Media Project" - Posted November 18, 2008
Members of the media descended on Michael's today in midtown Manhattan, although this time it wasn't just for lunch (or to be name-checked on FBNY). Arianna Huffington moderated a panel in conjunction with the premiere tonight of "The IFC Media Project," a series hosted by Gideon Yago that takes a look at... [TVNewser]

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

Bill O'Reilly Is Favorite (And Least Favorite) Journalist - Posted November 12, 2008
The Pew Research Center has put out their post-election report, and Bill O'Reilly was found to lead both the "favorite campaign journalist" and "least favorite campaign journalist" lists. Tom Brokaw and Sean Hannity were the other two to reach above 2% on the favorite list, and Katie Couric, Fox News in... [TVNewser]

Critic Slams Lauer, Van Susteren Over Palin Interviews - Posted November 11, 2008
She may be TV ratings gold, but TV critic David Zurawick isn't liking what he's seeing in this week's Matt Lauer and Greta Van Susteren interviews with Gov. Sarah Plain. Not one bit. ...of the two, Lauer is the biggest disappointment. I expected almost nothing from Van Susteren, who defines bottom feeding... [TVNewser]

FNC Easing Up On Pres.-Elect Obama? - Posted November 7, 2008
The New York Daily News says so: Fox News boss Roger Ailes doesn't want to spoil Barack Obama's political honeymoon, we hear. A source says Ailes has told prime-time hosts Bill O'Reilly, Sean Hannity and Greta Van Susteren to lay off the President-elect - at least for a while. "We're not going... [TVNewser]

Wallace Delivers Cookie From Rove For Stewart - Posted November 6, 2008
While describing his appearance earlier in the show, The Daily Show host Jon Stewart described FOX News Sunday host Chris Wallace as the "news" part of "Fox News." And when Wallace joined Stewart on the set, he brought him a gift — a Fox News cookie from Karl Rove. During the interview, Stewart... [TVNewser]

The Ticker (video edition): Matthews, Cooper, Hannity... - Posted November 4, 2008
> SNL got one final round of political sketches in last night, including a portrayal of MSNBC's Chris Matthews with Sen. Barack Obama. Check out the video. > CNN's Anderson Cooper was interviewed on Ellen DeGeneres' talk show today, and he explained "The Ellen Factor." Check out the clip. ... [TVNewser]

Greta on Rumor: "This is Simply a Lie About Me" - Posted October 30, 2008
The Website African Press International, which claims to have an audio taped interview with Michelle Obama, continues to post new information on the site about the interview. This, despite a denial from the Obama campaign that an interview ever occurred. Here's what they posted earlier today: Sean Hannity show and Greta Van... [TVNewser]

Roger Ailes Honored by Navy SEALs - Posted October 30, 2008
FNC founder and chairman Roger Ailes was honored by the Navy SEAL Warrior Fund last night during a dinner and ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria. Sean Hannity co-chaired the event which was emceed by Megyn Kelly. Other FoxNewsers on hand, Bill O'Reilly, Jon Scott, Bill Hemmer and FBN's David Asman, Jenna... [TVNewser]

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

McCain and the Media: CNBC, CNN, FNC - Posted October 28, 2008
CNBC's Maria Bartiromo interviewed Sen. John McCain and his running mate, Gov. Sarah Palin, today as they campaigned in Hershey, PA. The live interview took place just after 9:30amET, and additional portions will air throughout the day, with the entire interview airing on Closing Bell at 4pmET and "Wall Street Crisis"... [TVNewser]

"Polar Opposities" and "Different Realities" - Posted October 27, 2008
Two of the most high-profile media writers were thinking the same thing over the weekend. The AP's David Bauder and Washington Post's Howard Kurtz each write today about the vast difference between MSNBC's Countdown with Keith Olbermann and some of FNC's programs. Bauder looks at "polar opposites" Olbermann and Bill O'Reilly. "The... [TVNewser]

FNC's Growingly Expensive Lineup - Posted October 23, 2008
Just in the last three weeks, Fox News Channel re-signed Bill O'Reilly and Sean Hannity, arguably its two biggest stars, to expensive new contracts. They also added a new big name, Headline News' Glenn Beck. The New York Times' Bill Carter looks at how they're going to pay for everything. FNC is still... [TVNewser]

The Ticker: Hannity, Roberts, Todd... - Posted October 23, 2008
> Sean Hannity will interview Gov. Sarah Palin (again) tonight after her rally at Beaver High School in PA. He'll stay at the school and host Hannity & Colmes from a studio there. > Robin Roberts wrote a song with India.Arie this morning on the Good Morning America series about... [TVNewser]

Shep: "We Want You To...News Snack With Us" - Posted October 21, 2008
NPR had a report today about how fair and balanced Fox News is — at least at 7pmET. Before long, the comments section was up in arms ("You need to retract this story," wrote one angry commenter). David Folkenflik profiles anchor Shepard Smith, or as Media Matters' Eric Boehlert calls him, "The... [TVNewser]

Why Conservative Talker Michael Smerconish Endorsed Obama - Posted October 17, 2008
Gail Shister TVNewser Columnist Philadelphia radio talker Michael Smerconish, a life-long Republican, swears he's not using his Obama endorsement today to land a fulltime spot on increasingly liberal MSNBC. Smerconish, an MSNBC regular, shares the lineup at WPHT-AM with staunch conservatives Sean Hannity, Rush Limbaugh and Glenn Beck. Though Smerconish denies he's in their category,... [TVNewser]

Despite Two New Contracts, Olbermann Talks "End" of Hannity's Career - Posted October 9, 2008
FNC's Sean Hannity signed what was rumored to be a 5-year, $100 million radio contract in July, and it was announced yesterday he re-upped with Fox News Channel. With his new deals for radio, TV, books and appearances, Hannity stands to make close to $30 million a year. But last night on... [TVNewser]

With Less Than a Month to Go, Media/Campaign Clashes Heat Up - Posted October 9, 2008
• During Hannity & Colmes coverage after Tuesday's debate, things got heated between Obama communication director Robert Gibbs and Sean Hannity. Bringing up Hannity's recent special and its use of an interview with Andy Martin, Gibbs said, "Why am I not to believe that everybody who works for the network is... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 10.09.08 - Posted October 9, 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]

Hannity To Re-Up with FNC Through 2012; Gets McCain/Palin Tonight - Posted October 8, 2008
The Daily News reports Sean Hannity is about to sign "a new multiyear, multimillion-dollar contract" with Fox News Channel. The deal is expected to keep Hannity at FNC through the next presidential election. Hannity talked with the News' Richard Huff, not about the new deal, but about his current job. "I'll be... [TVNewser]

In Hannity's America, Obama is a Radical — and Three Million People Are Watching - Posted October 7, 2008
Sunday night, Hannity's America aired a special episode titled "Obama & Friends: The History of Radicalism." It turned out to be the program's highest rated ever. More than three million Total Viewers tuned in, and 645,000 in the A25-54 demo. But what did they see? From the very beginning, ominous music played... [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]

Fox News Debuts New YouTube Channel - Posted October 1, 2008
Fox News Channel launched a new YouTube channel today focused on the election. FoxNewsElectionHQ already has 40 videos, including Bill O'Reilly's recent interview with Sen. Barack Obama and Sean Hannity's sit-down with Gov. Sarah Palin. In addition to clips from FNC programming, portions of Foxnews.com's "Strategy Room" webcast will be added to... [TVNewser]

"Friendliest Interview I've Seen Since Keith Olbermann Sat Down With Obama" - Posted September 22, 2008
During Howard Kurtz' weekly online Q&A on Washingtonpost.com this morning, Kurtz was asked about last week's highly rated Sean Hannity interview with Gov. Sarah Palin (an issue also discussed during yesterday's Reliable Sources). "It was incredibly soft. The friendliest interview I've seen since Keith Olbermann sat down with Obama," wrote Kurtz. He was... [TVNewser]

"Friendliest Interview I've Seen Since Keith Olbermann Sat Down With Obama" - Posted September 22, 2008
During Howard Kurtz' weekly online Q&A on Washingtonpost.com this morning, Kurtz was asked about last week's highly rated Sean Hannity interview with Gov. Sarah Palin (an issue also discussed during yesterday's Reliable Sources). "It was incredibly soft. The friendliest interview I've seen since Keith Olbermann sat down with Obama," wrote Kurtz. He was... [TVNewser]

Beck Wins Marconi Award - Posted September 19, 2008
Headline News anchor and radio personality Glenn Beck was awarded the 2008 Marconi Award for Network Syndicated Personality. The award, which honors the top radio personality, was given out last night at the annual National Association of Broadcasters dinner. Beck's show is the 3rd most listened to talk show among the A25-54... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 09.19.08 - Posted September 19, 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]

Stewart Takes on Hannity - Posted September 19, 2008
This is from the Daily Show with Jon Stewart last night. He assessed Sean Hannity's interviewing style while questioning Sarah Palin.... [FishBowlLA]

Greta/Todd Done, Sean/Sarah Up Next - Posted September 17, 2008
Greta Van Susteren's two part interview with Todd Palin, the first since his wife was named the VP nominee, garnered big ratings for FNC. The 10pmET program had a two-day average of 665,000 viewers in the demo and 2,712,000 in Total Viewers. Yesterday's broadcast was the 2nd highest in the demo in... [TVNewser]

Hannity's Palin Interview Moved - Posted September 15, 2008
Sean Hannity was scheduled to interview Gov. Sarah Palin tomorrow in Cincinnati, but because of damage due to Hurricane Ike, the interview has been postponed. Instead, it will take place Wednesday morning in Youngston, OH, and will air in two parts on Wednesday and Thursday.... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 09.15.08 - Posted September 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]

Hannity Freaks Out on Author - Posted September 12, 2008
Sean Hannity freaks out on author Robert Kuttner. Shocking? No. This passes for political discourse. This is why Hole in the Wall will run forever.... [FishBowlLA]

Hannity On Deck For Palin Interview - Posted September 12, 2008
Sean Hannity took issue with Charlie Gibson's interview with Gov. Sarah Palin yesterday, calling his question on her religious comments "out of context" and "totally misconstrued." Now, he'll get the chance to conduct his own interview. Hannity will interview Palin on Tuesday in Cincinnati on the campaign trail. The interview will air in... [TVNewser]

Obama Picks His Hannity Representative - Posted August 7, 2008
Sen. Barack Obama hasn't appeared on Hannity & Colmes yet, but apparently he's found someone he'd like to send on in his place. Fox News embed producer Bonney Kapp writes on the Foxnews.com embed blog about a campaign event in Youngstown, Ohio earlier this week, when Obama took a question from the... [TVNewser]

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

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

Morning Reading List, 07.22.08 - Posted July 22, 2008
Good Morning Washington. Where can you find the above slippers? 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 media... [FishBowlDC]

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

Sean Hannity Talks it to the Bank - Posted July 21, 2008
As TVNewser reported last month, Sean Hannity struck a three-way partnership deal to stay with Citadel-ABC Radio stations, but to also appear on Clear Channel stations. The reigning "Radio Personality of the Year" will now make, "in the region of $100 million over five years," according to The Wall Street Journal. His... [TVNewser]

Hannity Talks Hannity on Hannity & Colmes - Posted July 18, 2008
Sean Hannity began his show last night talking about, Sean Hannity. The segment was about Barack Obama's comments in Glamour magazine, calling out Fox News and Hannity. "Sen. Barack Obama is defending his wife by attacking little ol' me," he said. Click continued to see the clip... • Related: Johnny Dollar has the audio... [TVNewser]

Chris Wallace On Keith Olbermann, and An Admission from John Moody - Posted July 14, 2008
It was Fox News' turn in front of the TV critics this afternoon, and the network known for playing a tough offense, found itself on the defense over one of its analysts and some recent on air controversies. On the panel, FNC's VP news editorial John Moody, Fox News Sunday host... [TVNewser]

Chris Wallace On Keith Olbermann, and An Admission from John Moody - Posted July 14, 2008
It was Fox News' turn in front of the TV critics this afternoon, and the network known for playing a tough offense, found itself on the defense over one of its analysts and some recent on air controversies. On the panel, FNC's VP news editorial John Moody, Fox News Sunday host... [TVNewser]

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

Morning Reading List, 01.22.08 - Posted January 22, 2008
Good morning Washington. Eleven years ago today, the Senate confirmed Madeleine Albright as secretary of state. And it's Diane Lane's birthday! (Hat Tip: MicCheckRadio). See more after the jump.... [FishBowlDC]

H&C Investigates Missing GMA Guest - Posted July 17, 2007
The producers of Hannity & Colmes are keeping a close eye on the 2008 election, very close. During Monday's town hall meeting with John Edwards, seen live on Good Morning America, a guest seated directly behind Edwards appeared to be dozing off. As Sean Hannity noted on tonight's show, at 7:10am... [TVNewser]

H&C Investigates Missing GMA Guest - Posted July 17, 2007
The producers of Hannity & Colmes are keeping a close eye on the 2008 election, very close. During Monday's town hall meeting with John Edwards, seen live on Good Morning America, a guest seated directly behind Edwards appeared to be dozing off. As Sean Hannity noted on tonight's show, at 7:10am... [TVNewser]

Morning Reading List, 05.09.07 - Posted May 9, 2007
Good morning Washington. An ABC release announced "World News with Charles Gibson" was "the #1 evening newscast among Total Viewers, Households and Adults 25-54 for the week of April 30." Averaging 8.10 million Total Viewers, "World News" won every night last week in both categories, outperforming NBC's "Nightly News" by 610,000... [FishBowlDC]

Morning Reading List, 04.03.07 - Posted April 3, 2007
Good morning Washington. Lots and lots and lots of coverage of the recent Tribune deal. (Hat Tip: Romenesko) Almost no one got busted by an April Fools joke. Are you too smart or no fun? Jack Hurley, "deputy director/senior VP, broadcasting, for the Newseum and its backer, the Freedom Forum" talks to B&C's John... [FishBowlDC]

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