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The Game Show Forum => The Big Board => Topic started by: Don Howard on October 31, 2006, 01:56:22 PM
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A highly trusted source told me this afternoon that Bob Barker will
be retiring as host of The Price Is Right at season's end.
The press will be told later today.
You know my history. I would not lie to you. That is all.
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Obviously, we will know for certain if this is true. Not questioning you, Don. I think you know that.
If it is true, it's a good time since Barker will be celebrating 50 years on TV on New Years Eve.
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When the history of this event is written, let it be known that Don was all of five minutes ahead of Marc Green posting a similar message to Golden Road.
Here we go!
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[quote name=\'Don Howard\' post=\'136210\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 12:56 PM\']
A highly trusted source told me this afternoon that Bob Barker will
be retiring as host of The Price Is Right at season's end.
The press will be told later today.
You know my history. I would not lie to you. That is all.
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Now that's a bulldog for you. Well done, sir.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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You're kidding about Bob Barker retiring, aren't you?
I thought he was going to renew his contract for five more seasons..
If true, that would be shocking.
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[quote name=\'digiblader\' post=\'136217\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:21 PM\']
You're kidding about Bob Barker retiring, aren't you?[/quote]
As Don said, it's no joke. I have it confirmed two other places, and FOX News also has it but hasn't decided to go with it yet.
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Yeah, of all people on this forum, Don is one whose word I will trust.
The end of an era, that's for sure. Speculation on what's going to happen once he retires has been beaten to death more than any other topic in my 11 years of the online game show community.
That said, it will be very interesting to see how things play out, now that it's actually happening.
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This is not a joke.
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Unfortunately, it's true. Got a call about an hour ago.
Man, word travels fast (expected, considering the news)
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[quote name=\'aaron sica\' post=\'136219\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:23 PM\']
Yeah, of all people on this forum, Don is one whose word I will trust.
The end of an era, that's for sure. Speculation on what's going to happen once he retires has been beaten to death more than any other topic in my 11 years of the online game show community.
That said, it will be very interesting to see how things play out, now that it's actually happening.
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Didn't Rod Roddy mention in an interview that there were plans to continue the show once Bob left? Or is my memory starting to fail me?
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Well, this was going to happen sooner or later; I was just hoping it wasn't going to happen now.
Better purchase a LOT of bandwidth, guys. That's all I'm going to say.
Cue obligatory "Who's going to replace Bob/what's going to happen with TPiR?" thread in 3, 2, 1....
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[quote name=\'Johnissoevil\' post=\'136224\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:37 PM\']
[quote name=\'aaron sica\' post=\'136219\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:23 PM\']
Yeah, of all people on this forum, Don is one whose word I will trust.
The end of an era, that's for sure. Speculation on what's going to happen once he retires has been beaten to death more than any other topic in my 11 years of the online game show community.
That said, it will be very interesting to see how things play out, now that it's actually happening.
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Didn't Rod Roddy mention in an interview that there were plans to continue the show once Bob left? Or is my memory starting to fail me?
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Dude...do you think they would just leave the show end with Bob? They are going to try and continue it with someone else.
(Current over/under on how many "Who Will Replace Bob" threads is 3).
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He was THAT broken up about finishing behind Cullen in the poll?
Seriously - and I'm not that big a Barker fan, although I used to watch T or C every day - this is one of the great broadcasting careers coming to an end.
(if true, of course- gotta leave myself an out)
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136226\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:39 PM\']
Dude...do you think they would just leave the show end with Bob? They are going to try and continue it with someone else.
(Current over/under on how many "Who Will Replace Bob" threads is 3).
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I'll just state this, I do intend on giving whoever the new host is a chance before I pass judgement. They did find a good replacement for Rod, after all (Apologies to you Rich Fields-haters, I find him to be a worthy successor).
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Just talking about this at work with some folks...realized that I (and a couple other people here) have not known a time when Bob Barker wasn't hosting TPiR every weekday morning.
So who will be next? Hmmmmm.... (if this is true, which I bet it is. Going out on 35 is a good, round TPiR number.)
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[quote name=\'Johnissoevil\' post=\'136229\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:43 PM\']
I'll just state this, I do intend on giving whoever the new host is a chance before I pass judgement. They did find a good replacement for Rod, after all (Apologies to you Rich Fields-haters, I find him to be a worthy successor).
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Me too. They found a great replacement in Rod when Johnny died. They found a great replacement in Rich when Rod died. They'll find someone good to host.
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[quote name=\'Matt Ottinger\' post=\'136214\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 12:03 PM\']
When the history of this event is written, let it be known that Don was all of five minutes ahead of Marc Green posting a similar message to Golden Road. [/quote]
Kudos to Don for breaking the story! Yes, the decision was made some weeks ago. As Bob has until December 31st each year to announce his plans for the following season, I was surprised this was being made public 2 months earlier than it needed to. Watch for a huge 50th year celebration prime-time special commemmorating Bob's amazing achievements to be taped within the next month at a location away from CBS 33.
Thanks for the memories, Bob!
Randy
tvrandywest.com
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So, I guess I'll finally have to make the pilgrimage to CBS 33 for Price. Yes, I know this may be a shock to you, but I live in the LA area and have NEVER attended TPiR @ 33. I've been in 33 for other things (H2, MG98, Pictionary, a few pilots) but never for TPiR. And I've seen TPiR Live! in San Diego with GSF's own Randy West announcing. But never with Bob in 33...
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136231\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 11:51 AM\']
Me too. They found a great replacement in Rod when Johnny died. They found a great replacement in Rich when Rod died. They'll find someone good to host.
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Seeing as I vehemently disagree on your opinion that Rich is worth a damn as an announcer, I wouldn't be surprised if they hired Gilbert Gottfried.
(You're entitled to your opinion. I just don't and won't ever agree with it. I'm not looking for an argument, just stating that I won't even bother to participate in one, because we're not gonna change the other's mind.)
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Remember the Dave Price rumor?
He just re-signed with CBS and the deal includes "entertainment" considerations.
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Speaking as one of the nine people who put Bob at number one on the host poll (with Cullen number two, after much agonizing on my part), I must say I am truly saddened by this. I'm glad that Bob isn't going to keep hanging on till the bitter end (or until he keels over on stage), but as much as we all knew it was coming eventually, it's so much different when it actually happens. My parents say that as soon as I could be propped up in front of the TV I would sit there in rapt attention whenever Bob came on, and even as a young'un I'd sit through parades, beauty pageants, or just about anything else as long as Bob was on there.
I've been trying to talk my wife into going to a TPIR taping ever since we got married five years ago. I'm really going to have to push the issue now. Of course, that will probably also mean getting in line about 24 hours early in order to get into the studio now that everyone else will be doing the same thing, but it will be worth it.
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[quote name=\'ChrisLambert!\' post=\'136241\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:17 PM\']
Remember the Dave Price rumor?
He just resigned with CBS and the deal includes "entertainment" considerations.
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Oh Crap. What timing. You think they're correlated?
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[quote name=\'ChrisLambert!\' post=\'136241\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:17 PM\']
Remember the Dave Price rumor?
He just re-signed with CBS and the deal includes "entertainment" considerations.
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I can see it now.......Show is renamed to "Dave Price is Right"
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[quote name=\'aaron sica\' post=\'136247\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:23 PM\']I can see it now.......Show is renamed to "Dave Price is Right"[/quote]...followed by "Dave Letterman is Right". :)
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You heard it here first--Letterman on shortlist to be new TPIR host!
(You just watch. Someone will be calling it the golden truth in a week.)
(Actually, I would kill to see Letterman host TPIR, just for one day.)
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Barker has told the Associated Press his decision to call it a career. Can't post it due to the fact that it comes directly from the AP wire, but Barker says in the story that he's decided to retire" while I'm still young".
Barker also says that Fremantle has been looking for his replacement "for 2 or three years," and warned his successor to memorize all 80 pricing games backwards and forwards.
James
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[quote name=\'Robert Hutchinson\' post=\'136250\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:29 PM\']
(Actually, I would kill to see Letterman host TPIR, just for one day.)
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'tis a shame he never got to host one. I thought he did a fine job on "The Riddlers".
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While a few of us have had our problems with Barker's hosting of Price during the last handful of years, I can't help but feel, based on the recent trends in game shows, that the show may get much worse without Bob than with him.
Yeah, I've also gotten rather jaded regarding the current direction of the genre. In fact, if things continue as they are, once Jeopardy! (and, depending on how it goes, Wheel) is cancelled I just might bail on game shows entirely - especially if Joker and Combination Lock disappoint.
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[quote name=\'colonial\' post=\'136252\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:48 PM\']
Barker has told the Associated Press his decision to call it a career. Can't post it due to the fact that it comes directly from the AP wire, but Barker says in the story that he's decided to retire" while I'm still young".
Barker also says that Fremantle has been looking for his replacement "for 2 or three years," and warned his successor to memorize all 80 pricing games backwards and forwards.
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An AP article (http://\"http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/T/TV_BOB_BARKER_RETIRES?SITE=NYROR&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2006-10-31-15-39-16\")
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It would be cool if he changes his mind before the end of the season.. IAnd if not, well, I wish him the best of the luck and a bittersweet goodbye. It's completely understandable for him to do this. It will definitely be of interest to see who replaces him and how well Price does afterwards. The AP article proves that he's still as feisty as he was fifty years ago, so hopefully he won't fade from the public eye completely.
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Final show is June 7, 2007. Confirmed via CNN Headline News and CBS radio.
EDIT: Most likely tapedate. Airdate then a few days later.
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Just hit MSNBC (http://\"http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15501096/\") -- Same AP article...
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I'm just glad I was able to see the show in person for the first time this past July with Bob still at the helm.
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It had to happen eventually. 50 years is a great milestone to end on.
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[quote name=\'Ian Wallis\' post=\'136265\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:14 PM\']
I'm just glad I was able to see the show in person for the first time this past July with Bob still at the helm.
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You know--you and me both (of course, last July wasn't my first time). When Don posted the news, my first thought was, "I've been there twice (once on my own and once with the Congreff pilgrimage), and how lucky I was to be able to just go and do that." I had an absolute blast those two times.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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I just hope to heck it is not a cruel joke like from April Fool's Day. I saw it on yahoo and it was like wow..50 years is a long time. IMHO, it may be hard to replace Bob Barker, but I'm sure someone will come along and do a good job, I just don't know if the new host can do it for 35 years.
Michael
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[quote name=\'mbc793\' post=\'136270\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:22 PM\']
I just hope to heck it is not a cruel joke like from April Fool's Day. [/quote]
This is news that's coming from the Associated Press, one of the most credible news sources in the country. I doubt this is a "cruel joke".
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[quote name=\'mbc793\' post=\'136270\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:22 PM\']
I just hope to heck it is not a cruel joke like from April Fool's Day. I saw it on yahoo and it was like wow..50 years is a long time. IMHO, it may be hard to replace Bob Barker, but I'm sure someone will come along and do a good job, I just don't know if the new host can do it for 35 years.
Michael
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Nope, no joke, I saw it on the AP here at work. Personally if I were him I would've retired 12-13 year ago and just enjoyed life, but then it dawned on me, his wife's death could've had a lot to do with why he kept working.
I certainly wish him well. TV legends of his caliber don't come along every day and won't.
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[quote name=\'fostergray82\' post=\'136276\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:38 PM\']
This is news that's coming from the Associated Press, one of the most credible news sources in the country. I doubt this is a "cruel joke".
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...and the AP didn't exactly pick it up from the grapevine either, Bob told them himself. CBS then backed it up.
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But just remember where it broke first. =D
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We all knew the day would come, one way or another, but still, there is a bit of shock on my part. It only takes three words for me to sum up this announcement: THANK YOU, BOB!
James
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136263\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:10 PM\']
Final show is June 7, 2007. Confirmed via CNN Headline News and CBS radio.
EDIT: Most likely tapedate. Airdate then a few days later.
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A Thursday not long after May sweeps... could be a primetime airdate.
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[quote name=\'ChrisLambert!\' post=\'136282\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:48 PM\']
[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136263\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:10 PM\']
Final show is June 7, 2007. Confirmed via CNN Headline News and CBS radio.
EDIT: Most likely tapedate. Airdate then a few days later.
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A Thursday not long after May sweeps... could be a primetime airdate.
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One of the AP stories I saw does make reference to some kind of prime time special at some point.
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[quote name=\'cweaver\' post=\'136284\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:50 PM\']
One of the AP stories I saw does make reference to some kind of prime time special at some point.
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Time to trot out the Yolanda clip again
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[quote name=\'mitchgroff\' post=\'136230\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:50 PM\']
Just talking about this at work with some folks...realized that I (and a couple other people here) have not known a time when Bob Barker wasn't hosting TPiR every weekday morning.[/quote]
You can add most of the "rest" of us by making it "I have not known a time when Bob Barker wasn't on TV" as I too come from the TorC days.
So who will be next? Hmmmmm.... (if this is true, which I bet it is. Going out on 35 is a good, round TPiR number.)
And he didn't overbid. (Barely ;) )
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Watch for a huge 50th year celebration prime-time special commemmorating Bob's amazing achievements
Involving a show in as much litigation as Barker has is ... amazing!
to be taped within the next month at a location away from CBS 33.
We can rule out the Burbank Hilton right off the bat.
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[quote name=\'cweaver\' post=\'136284\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:50 PM\']
[quote name=\'ChrisLambert!\' post=\'136282\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:48 PM\']
[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136263\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:10 PM\']
Final show is June 7, 2007. Confirmed via CNN Headline News and CBS radio.
EDIT: Most likely tapedate. Airdate then a few days later.
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A Thursday not long after May sweeps... could be a primetime airdate.
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One of the AP stories I saw does make reference to some kind of prime time special at some point.
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Yes, but I don't think the prime-time special will be the final Barker ep. I'd expect the finale will air Friday, June 15, 2007 (or possibly a week later) at its regularly scheduled time.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'Tony\' post=\'136254\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 12:54 PM\']
While a few of us have had our problems with Barker's hosting of Price during the last handful of years, I can't help but feel, based on the recent trends in game shows, that the show may get much worse without Bob than with him.
Yeah, I've also gotten rather jaded regarding the current direction of the genre. In fact, if things continue as they are, once Jeopardy! (and, depending on how it goes, Wheel) is cancelled I just might bail on game shows entirely - especially if Joker and Combination Lock disappoint.
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Sadly, I entirely agree.
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[quote name=\'fostergray82\' post=\'136276\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 01:38 PM\']
[quote name=\'mbc793\' post=\'136270\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:22 PM\']
I just hope to heck it is not a cruel joke like from April Fool's Day. [/quote]
This is news that's coming from the Associated Press, one of the most credible news sources in the country. I doubt this is a "cruel joke".
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Hell, you got it straight from a Fremantle employee and a highly trustworthy one at that. Why do you need confirmation from a wire service?
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Wow, coming home to this news. I knew it had to happen someday, but I'm still very sad to see him retire.
Thanks for all you've done, Bob. I wish you all the best.
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FWIW, They just read the story on Bob's retirement during the National Fox Radio News report @ 5:00PM ET.
Scared me for a second there, the way the story started (with the opening theme and opening sentence) I thought they were gonna say that he died.
There was no mention on a replacement and/or if the show will continue.
I was fortunate enough to see him twice (once with my wife). Now that the cat's out of the bag, it will be interesting to see how early you'll have to line up on Fairfax to see the show now. (My bet is by next May, you'll see 50-75 happy campers lining up outside CBS TV City by *9PM* the night before taping).
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[quote name=\'DrBear\' post=\'136228\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:42 PM\']
He was THAT broken up about finishing behind Cullen in the poll?
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That qualifies for the LINE OF THE DAY! if not the Month.
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My bet is by next May, you'll see 50-75 happy campers lining up outside CBS TV City by *9PM* the night before taping.
Over the past year or so, I've seen them start lining up at 10 pm on Sunday night.
Afterthought: Barker's retirement could result in the promotion of Roger Dobkowitz to executive producer. There is no one more deserving. Roger is one of the last few people who "gets it" when it comes to doing game shows, and a terrific guy as well.
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136296\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:21 PM\']
Over the past year or so, I've seen them start lining up at 10 pm on Sunday night.
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What are you doing hanging out on Fairfax at 10:00P on a Sunday night? :)
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Price appeared to be the last show that still had some old-school game show elements, and still hadn't moved into the 1990s (not a typo). And that alone gave the show its charm. There's still some good stuff on
I'm honestly wondering what Fremantle might do to this show. Not to sound fanb0ish, but this makes me kinda glad there's some other games on the horizon, not that Price is gonna go anywhere anytime soon, but I'm just hoping they don't have any "Extreme Price is Right" plans going on.
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[quote name=\'TimK2003\' post=\'136294\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:19 PM\']
I was fortunate enough to see him twice (once with my wife). [/quote]
What was Barker doing with your wife?
/But you know. . .
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136299\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:25 PM\']
[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136296\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 02:21 PM\']
Over the past year or so, I've seen them start lining up at 10 pm on Sunday night.
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What are you doing hanging out on Fairfax at 10:00P on a Sunday night? :)
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You mean what am I doing there that early?
O, ye whose hind quarters have never graced the corner of Beverly and Fairfax ...
there is a Wells Fargo ATM across Fairfax, facing the audience entrance where they line up.
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I'm honestly wondering what Fremantle might do to this show.
I shudder at the thought of Wyleen May replacing Barker and Vinnedge. Remember One Hundred Percent? That Wyleen May.
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Well, yeah, and I've been at Hollywood & Vine at midnight, so yer right, no position to talk. :)
Seriously, while I realize that preaching doom and gloom is all the rage now, is it at least a little possible that the Fremantle folks have heard the phrase "don't shiat where you eat?" Maybe they'll give it a chance under a new regime before futzing with it?
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Yeah, the story just hit Yahoo, too.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061031/ap_en_..._barker_retires (http://\"http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061031/ap_en_tv/tv_bob_barker_retires\")
Man, and you thought lines were long at Studio 33 already...
I have no words to really describe it. As many have already said, we knew this day would come eventually. The impact of it, however, was bound to be huge nonetheless.
But just think...in a matter of months, somebody in the numerous, repetitive "Who Will Replace Barker?" threads will have made a correct speculation. I shudder to think who that may be...
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[quote name=\'rollercoaster87\' post=\'136309\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:45 PM\']
Yeah, the story just hit Yahoo, too.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061031/ap_en_..._barker_retires (http://\"http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20061031/ap_en_tv/tv_bob_barker_retires\")
Man, and you thought lines were long at Studio 33 already...
I have no words to really describe it. As many have already said, we knew this day would come eventually. The impact of it, however, was bound to be huge nonetheless.
But just think...in a matter of months, somebody in the numerous, repetitive "Who Will Replace Barker?" threads will have made a correct speculation. I shudder to think who that may be...
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I agree.
Brian
The Jehovah's Witnesses distribute Mad magazine?
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You know, while we knew it was coming eventually, isn't it a little nice that we'll know what the end date will be then just having a sudden stop, and also that Bob will get the sendoff he deserves, and more importantly, he'll be around to see it?
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[quote name=\'weaklink75\' post=\'136312\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:00 PM\']
You know, while we knew it was coming eventually, isn't it a little nice that we'll know what the end date will be then just having a sudden stop, and also that Bob will get the sendoff he deserves, and more importantly, he'll be around to see it?
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It should be pointed out that just because he set an end date does not 100% mean that he will be there to see it. Just like there is not a 100% chance that any of us will see the end.
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is it at least a little possible that the Fremantle folks have heard the phrase "don't shiat where you eat?" Maybe they'll give it a chance under a new regime before futzing with it?
I think the metaphor you're looking for is "If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
This is Fremantle we're talking about.
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This is going to be a really interesting year for game shows. We have all the new network game shows coming soon, plus Identity and what is looking like Without Prejudice? along with Child's Play. We have a ton of syndicated shows coming, new seasons for Lingo and CR: WTF, plus a new host for TPiR and maybe more for it. This might be one of the more interesting years in a reeeeeaaaaaaallllly long time.
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136314\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:02 PM\']
It should be pointed out that just because he set an end date does not 100% mean that he will be there to see it. Just like there is not a 100% chance that any of us will see the end.
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And there's your uplifting thought for the day, gentlemen and ladies.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'itiparanoid13\' post=\'136316\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:09 PM\']
This is going to be a really interesting year for game shows. We have all the new network game shows coming soon, plus Identity and what is looking like Without Prejudice? along with Child's Play. We have a ton of syndicated shows coming, new seasons for Lingo and CR: WTF, plus a new host for TPiR and maybe more for it. This might be one of the more interesting years in a reeeeeaaaaaaallllly long time.
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Did we (or anyone) ever figure out the rumors of NBC's "daytime" plans, or was thatjust confusion from syndie D/ND?
Also, what is Without Prejudice?
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You know, speaking as a fan who has loved the show, and while I don't think Bob is the greatest host of all time, but is still good... I will at least try to get out to the show next spring and see it one time before he hangs it up.
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We're still trying to figure out what the hell is going on with DonDd. The taping was canceled twice, so that'll happen when it does. Identity is for NBC. Child's Play is rumored NBC, but we'll see.
Without Prejudice? was a UK game show seen on BBC America where basically a panel of people determined which of 4 or 5 contestants deserved the prize money. There was no trivia, no anything. It was just based on character. ABC is claiming they are looking for people with interesting stories and people who really need the prize money, like if you need your house fixed or a botched plastic surgery thing or anything. Past reports have said this show requires, to win, nothing else but a good convincing story. Right now, it says you can win $100,000. It sounds identical to Without Prejudice from early reports, but we'll have to see. You know how TV is.
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136314\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:02 PM\']It should be pointed out that just because he set an end date does not 100% mean that he will be there to see it. Just like there is not a 100% chance that any of us will see the end.[/quote]My, aren't we just the little assassin of joy today...
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Latest odds on Barker's replacement, courtesy of Tom Heald:
TODD NEWTON
3:1
BRIAN DUNKLEMAN
3,917:1
ADAM CAROLLA
38,782,222:1
ROGER LODGE
3,455,213,921:1
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[quote name=\'dzinkin\' post=\'136323\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:50 PM\']
Latest odds on Barker's replacement, courtesy of Tom Heald:
TODD NEWTON
3:1
BRIAN DUNKLEMAN
3,917:1
ADAM CAROLLA
38,782,222:1
ROGER LODGE
3,455,213,921:1
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Actually, that's a bit hilarious since I recall Lodge was one of the stage show hosts. Tom must think he's really that bad or holding "Blind Date" against him.
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Actually, that's a bit hilarious since I recall Lodge was one of the stage show hosts. Tom must think he's really that bad or holding "Blind Date" against him.
I would not like to hold anyone involved with "Blind Date" against me ...
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I'm surprised he lasted this long -- but the convergence of 50 and 35 is, indeed, the right time.
Bob Barker's been on daily TV every day I've been alive -- first TorC and then TPiR. And, of course, you can add in the Pillsbury Bake-Off and Miss USA/Universe.
An icon of the industry, pure and simple.
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136314\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:02 PM\']
[quote name=\'weaklink75\' post=\'136312\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:00 PM\']
You know, while we knew it was coming eventually, isn't it a little nice that we'll know what the end date will be then just having a sudden stop, and also that Bob will get the sendoff he deserves, and more importantly, he'll be around to see it?
[/quote]
It should be pointed out that just because he set an end date does not 100% mean that he will be there to see it. Just like there is not a 100% chance that any of us will see the end.
[/quote]
Good lord. And your screen name is "tpirFAN" ? What a friggin killjoy.
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I hope we'll still see the return of Penny Ante!
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Todd Newton -> The Price Is Right = Katie Couric -> CBS Evening News
I saw Todd in Las Vegas. If he'd quit trying to be a cheap imitation Barker he might have a chance.
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Well, the time has finally come.
Though Bob hasn't been my favorite host the past couple of years, he must still be given respect for how long and how well he hosted TPIR. My only hope is that Fremantle and/or CBS find a RESPECTABLE replacement (not even "great," though I'd like them to be good, but it'll be very hard for someone to immediately host TPIR, who can be truly called "great," right after the end of a run like Bob's).
I'm now beginning to ponder if this will send some waves through the GS world. Maybe, now that the old-timer of game shows will be leaving his post, if Pat, Alex, and/or Vanna will be slightly more tempted to leave then they were before...
Just a thought. Either way, I wish Bob the best in all he does after this year. He's more than earned it!! :D
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136333\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:47 PM\']
Todd Newton -> The Price Is Right = Katie Couric -> CBS Evening News
[/quote]
Depends on which Todd. If it's the Todd that I know Todd can be, it could be good.
However, if it's the overacting Eubankesque Gus Glitz-clone, we're in trouble.
I'm still holding out for the possibility of it being Marc Summers.
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I'm thinking about donating $1 to charity each time I'm emailed or commented on Buzzer about who should take over TPiR. However, I don't want to be giving away a few grand so that may not be a good idea.
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[quote name=\'tvwxman\' post=\'136328\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 07:34 PM\']
[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136314\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:02 PM\']
[quote name=\'weaklink75\' post=\'136312\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:00 PM\']
You know, while we knew it was coming eventually, isn't it a little nice that we'll know what the end date will be then just having a sudden stop, and also that Bob will get the sendoff he deserves, and more importantly, he'll be around to see it?
[/quote]
It should be pointed out that just because he set an end date does not 100% mean that he will be there to see it. Just like there is not a 100% chance that any of us will see the end.
[/quote]
Good lord. And your screen name is "tpirFAN" ? What a friggin killjoy.
[/quote]
You know what? I'm not slamming Bob or anything by stating that point. I'm not dissing the show or health in general. Here's my point. Bob has had health troubles in the past, and he is in his older years. There is a greater possibility that something really severe could happen to him. He's had strokes. He has/had a clogged artery. It is a grand testament to him that he's survived all that.
And before you get all pissy with me saying "You can't say anything about that"...back off. I've had a relative that has survived cancer AND a stroke and is still alive today, but yet I've had a relative die suddenly of a heart attack while middle-aged. Just becuase he said "I want to go out on top, and while I'm still young" or whatever exactly he said doesn't grant him immunity. I'm just like the rest of you guys...I want to see him live to 100 or more (and he probably will).
I just interpreted weaklink75's statment as since he declared that he was done, he was guaranteed to see the end. If I offended anyone, I apologize. Just because I see things in more of a grim light than you doesn't give you free reign to go all crazy on me.
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Good Bye Bob. I will miss you.
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Godspeed on your retirement, Bob....and may all your consequences be happy ones.....
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I got an interesting trivia question presented to me this afternoon. Besides Barker, how many hosts have retired during the run of a show? There's one obvious one, but I wondered if anybody has others.
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Is Garry Moore the obvious one? Kind of a redundant question now that I think of it...
-Jason
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[quote name=\'PaulD\' post=\'136341\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:17 PM\']
Good Bye Bob. I will miss you.
[/quote]
[quote name=\'JCGames\' post=\'136343\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:29 PM\']
Godspeed on your retirement, Bob....and may all your consequences be happy ones.....
[/quote]
And thank you for all the fond memories you've given this almost 43 year old.
Jeff
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[quote name=\'JasonA1\' post=\'136345\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:39 PM\']
Kind of a redundant question now that I think of it...[/quote]
Prety much, yeah...
There are notable examples of guys who've chosen to walk away from long-running shows that kept going without them (Hugh Downs and Wink Martindale being two), but Garry's the only other example that comes to mind of a genuine retirement from the business.
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[quote name=\'Casey Buck\' post=\'136225\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 03:38 PM\']
Well, this was going to happen sooner or later; I was just hoping it wasn't going to happen now.
[/quote]
Half a century on TV, he's due. He's certainly earned it.
Hail and farewell, Robert William Barker, and good luck in your retirement.
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136338\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:08 PM\']
[quote name=\'tvwxman\' post=\'136328\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 07:34 PM\']
[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136314\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:02 PM\']
[quote name=\'weaklink75\' post=\'136312\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 06:00 PM\']
You know, while we knew it was coming eventually, isn't it a little nice that we'll know what the end date will be then just having a sudden stop, and also that Bob will get the sendoff he deserves, and more importantly, he'll be around to see it?
[/quote]
It should be pointed out that just because he set an end date does not 100% mean that he will be there to see it. Just like there is not a 100% chance that any of us will see the end.
[/quote]
Good lord. And your screen name is "tpirFAN" ? What a friggin killjoy.
[/quote]
You know what? I'm not slamming Bob or anything by stating that point. I'm not dissing the show or health in general. Here's my point. Bob has had health troubles in the past, and he is in his older years. There is a greater possibility that something really severe could happen to him. He's had strokes. He has/had a clogged artery. It is a grand testament to him that he's survived all that.
And before you get all pissy with me saying "You can't say anything about that"...back off. I've had a relative that has survived cancer AND a stroke and is still alive today, but yet I've had a relative die suddenly of a heart attack while middle-aged. Just becuase he said "I want to go out on top, and while I'm still young" or whatever exactly he said doesn't grant him immunity. I'm just like the rest of you guys...I want to see him live to 100 or more (and he probably will).
I just interpreted weaklink75's statment as since he declared that he was done, he was guaranteed to see the end. If I offended anyone, I apologize. Just because I see things in more of a grim light than you doesn't give you free reign to go all crazy on me.
[/quote]
No offense taken...I meant that, if it went well, he'll be able to go out the way he wants to and also (hopefully) help choose his successor, unlike what happened to Jack Barry (who, According to this page, (http://\"http://www.gameshowutopia.net/jokerswild.htm\") if he hadn't had his heart attack, would have picked Jim Peck as his replacement for the 84-85 season of TJW instead of Bill Cullen).
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Thank you , Bob Barker for coming into our living rooms for 50 years! And I wish you all the best in what you will do next.
The day Bob says "Have your pet spayed or neutered " will be a sad one for America come June. It will rank up there with Walter Cronkite anchoring CBS Evening News for the last time in March 1981 when he passed the seat to Dan Rather, and Johnny Carson retiring from The Tonight Show and NBC in May,1992 when he passed the seat to Jay Leno.
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136338\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:08 PM\']
Just because I see things in more of a grim light than you doesn't give you free reign to go all crazy on me.
[/quote]
88 Posts on the retirement of the guy, and one about how he might die. Geez.
Everyone else is celebrating his tenure , whether or not they think he really is the WGMC or some hack who shouldn't be employed. NO ONE else is talking about death, except you. And I for one, right now , talking about Bob Barker, and not about the others in my life who have survived and died from health problems, find that inappropiate.
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Considering Bob will be in town (Springfield, MO) a couple weeks before his last taping to speak to his old university, Drury and their graduating class (and get an honourary doctorate I believe), I may get one more chance to see the legend.
I have 3 TPIRs under my belt (including one MDS), I'm glad I got to go as often as I did. It was truly an experience, and one I'll never forget.
Thanks for being a part of our lives for longer than many of us have been alive, Bob.
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Ever since I initially scoffed at the news of Gene Rayburn's death back in 1999, thinking it was a troll post, I've needed to see a story like this posted to two different sources before I consider it true. Although I'm counting MSNBC and Yahoo! as one because they used the same article from AP, but we've seen enough links in this thread now, including some [Reali]inside information[/Reali]. But as if there aren't enough sources posted already, here's the word from Zap2it (http://\"http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-bobbarkerretirement,0,2893075.story?coll=zap-tv-headlines\").
To be honest, having spent most of the afternoon watching the two Scooby-Doo movies* in honor of Halloween, among other duties on and off the web, I didn't get back here until about 9:00pm. It was just before 5:00pm when I first saw the story at Yahoo!, so I knew it had to be true. Still, I was surprised.
* ObTPiR: Linda Cardellini, who played Velma, was a contestant in 1997.
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As of right now on Yahoo! Entertainment News , someone throwing a drink at Streisand in concert is consider "more newsworthy" than Bob retiring.
/shakes head disapprovingly
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136338\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:08 PM\']
Just because I see things in more of a grim light than you doesn't give you free reign to go all crazy on me.
[/quote]
No, but it does give them the right to point out that your post was grossly inappropriate. This is a time to celebrate Bob's career, not dwell on the possibility that he might die before his chosen retirement date.
I'm just glad that I was able to see the show in person last May.
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[quote name=\'GS Warehouse\' post=\'136356\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:26 PM\']
But as if there aren't enough sources posted already, here's the word from Zap2it (http://\"http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-bobbarkerretirement,0,2893075.story?coll=zap-tv-headlines\").
[/quote]
Flattering photo, isn't it? (http://\"http://www.zap2it.com/media/photo/2006-10/26182831.jpg\")
[quote name=\'GS Warehouse\' post=\'136356\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:26 PM\']* ObTPiR: Linda Cardellini, who played Velma, was a contestant in 1997.[/quote]
Me likey.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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Bob, have a wonderful retirement and thank you for all the entertainment you have have brought all of America over 50 years.
You will be missed.
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[quote name=\'chad1m\' post=\'136359\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 09:33 PM\']As of right now on Yahoo! Entertainment News , someone throwing a drink at Streisand in concert is consider "more newsworthy" than Bob retiring.[/quote]
The person missed? Damn.
The final show tapes on June 7. My school year ends on June 5. Tempting...
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[quote name=\'GS Warehouse\' post=\'136356\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 09:26 PM\']Ever since I initially scoffed at the news of Gene Rayburn's death back in 1999, thinking it was a troll post, I've needed to see a story like this posted to two different sources before I consider it true. Although I'm counting MSNBC and Yahoo! as one because they used the same article from AP, but we've seen enough links in this thread now, including some [Reali]inside information[/Reali]. [/quote]Then how about this -- CBS2 in Los Angeles had an intereview with Bob Barker on their 5 pm news cast where Bob Barker himself talks about his retirement.
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I remember all of those sick & snow days in which I would be in my room wondering how to fill the day after filling up with cough syrup. I remember days in which our television would only get 15 channels including cable (mind that I am 22 years old), and even in the 200 channel universe, my choice will still be the same for what the television would be tuned to at 11AM EST on weekdays, the local CBS affiliate. Think about how our viewing patterns have changed because of cable and syndication. In a world of shorten attention spans and gimmicks beyond taste, can any show other than the news can claim that they have kept viewers from turning the channel to another show for 35 years. Mr. Barker, you have earned your right to exit stage left in ablaze of glory following 50 years in television. Hopefully as with probably a lot of people did today and will probably do tomorrow, they will try to see you in person before the last utterance of "help control the pet population, have your pet spayed or neutered". Mr. Barker, get ready for one of the biggest cheers of admiration you will ever hear, and you will have completely deserved it. Thank you Mr. Barker and hopefully, see you at the show.
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I've been lurking in this forum for months now, and reading this news MADE me come back to speak my mind on this.
As everyone else has stated, the day was inevitable, but it still hits like a ton of bricks. I found out about this while I was at the gym. ET was on one of the screens, and I read the closed captioning, saying he will retire by season's end and that he will be on tomorrow's show to talk about it. To say the least, I am heartbroken.
The Price is Right is one of the shows that I grew up on. Seeing Bob and crazy contestants, colorful sets, clangs and claxons, really started my morning right. I'll be honest in this opinion...The Price is Right without Bob Barker is NOT The Price is Right to me....I will try to watch season 36 with an open mind.
The timing is right...his 35th anniversary on the show and his 50th year on television...that is a good time to go out.
Will this be the end of game shows? I do not think so, but when the leading member of the old guard steps down...it tends to make you think. Bob, you will be missed. Thanks for being an influence to my television career, my life, and to television in general. May the rest of your years be in happiness and Joy. God bless.
The Inquisitive One
P.S. Thankfully, I have relatives in L.A. What can I do to try to squeeze in one last taping? I appreciate those responses.
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[quote name=\'Matt Ottinger\' post=\'136348\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:46 PM\']
[quote name=\'JasonA1\' post=\'136345\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 08:39 PM\']
Kind of a redundant question now that I think of it...[/quote]
Prety much, yeah...
There are notable examples of guys who've chosen to walk away from long-running shows that kept going without them (Hugh Downs and Wink Martindale being two), but Garry's the only other example that comes to mind of a genuine retirement from the business.
[/quote]
What about Bill Leyden? I know he passed away a few months after YPMO went off, but I wonder what were the circumstances of him leaving in the middle of the series?
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[quote name=\'GS Warehouse\' post=\'136356\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 09:26 PM\']
Ever since I initially scoffed at the news of Gene Rayburn's death back in 1999, thinking it was a troll post, I've needed to see a story like this posted to two different sources before I consider it true. Although I'm counting MSNBC and Yahoo! as one because they used the same article from AP, but we've seen enough links in this thread now, including some [Reali]inside information[/Reali]. But as if there aren't enough sources posted already, here's the word from Zap2it (http://\"http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-bobbarkerretirement,0,2893075.story?coll=zap-tv-headlines\").[/quote]
So ever since you didn't believe a big story that was true, you've been extra-special careful to be skeptical about any big story that might be true. Makes sense to me!
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[quote name=\'TheInquisitiveOne\' post=\'136378\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 07:56 PM\']
P.S. Thankfully, I have relatives in L.A. What can I do to try to squeeze in one last taping? I appreciate those responses.
[/quote]
Just sent a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Tickets
The Price Is Right
7800 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
/back to you, Bob
//what were you expecting?
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OR...
Go to CBS.com.
Click on "Daytime".
Select "The Price is Right".
Then click on the words "COME ON DOWN!" It's THAT EASY!
/back to you, Bob
//this is for the snail-mail challenged
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While it is a sad day for game show fans, let's dwell on the fact that Bob Barker entertained many a viewer through his long, well-established career. I remember first watching Bob on "Truth Or Consequences", making me laugh a lot, then trying his best to make "The Family Game" watchable and finally, making his version of "The Price Is Right" his very own. Now he is walking down that "Gol------den Road" and getting to enjoy his retirement. God bless you, Bob and many thanks for brightening up our days and nights.
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136383\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 12:11 AM\']
[quote name=\'TheInquisitiveOne\' post=\'136378\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 07:56 PM\']
P.S. Thankfully, I have relatives in L.A. What can I do to try to squeeze in one last taping? I appreciate those responses.
[/quote]
Just sent a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Tickets
The Price Is Right
7800 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
/back to you, Bob
//what were you expecting?
[/quote]
Not much else...I just felt tht the spreading word would increase the line size exponentially. Forgive me.
The Inquisitive One
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While I'm definitely sure that Bob is genuine in saying that he wants to retire, I can't help but look at my watch which says it's almost November 1, 2006. If the tape date for the finale is early June (forget the specific date), that means there are 7 months in between. 7 months is a lot of time to think about things and how one feels. It's also enough time for feelings to change.
I'm not saying there's no way Bob isn't going to retire. I'm just saying that there's way too much time to feel like there's anything definite. If you want numbers, I'd say 75% that he retires, 20% that he has a change of heart, 4% that he has multiple change of hearts, and 1% Other.
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From the Reuters article (http://\"http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=televisionNews&storyID=2006-11-01T022711Z_01_N31242448_RTRIDST_0_TELEVISION-LEISURE-BARKER-DC.XML&WTmodLoc=EntNewsTV_C1_%5BFeed%5D-5\")...
The show currently airs two half-hour editions weekdays
Wha...?
(Regardless... best wishes to Bob, and I'll go to my grave with the regret that I never got to see him host the show in person.)
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[quote name=\'drmusic_99\' post=\'136395\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 12:11 AM\']
From the Reuters article (http://\"http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=televisionNews&storyID=2006-11-01T022711Z_01_N31242448_RTRIDST_0_TELEVISION-LEISURE-BARKER-DC.XML&WTmodLoc=EntNewsTV_C1_%5BFeed%5D-5\")...
The show currently airs two half-hour editions weekdays
Wha...?
(Regardless... best wishes to Bob, and I'll go to my grave with the regret that I never got to see him host the show in person.)
[/quote]
No biggie....Just written by someone who doesn't know anything about the show (but he should have done a little research first).
I also wish I'd have gotten to see TPiR in person with Barker.
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[quote name=\'drmusic_99\' post=\'136395\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 12:11 AM\']
From the Reuters article (http://\"http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=televisionNews&storyID=2006-11-01T022711Z_01_N31242448_RTRIDST_0_TELEVISION-LEISURE-BARKER-DC.XML&WTmodLoc=EntNewsTV_C1_%5BFeed%5D-5\")...
The show currently airs two half-hour editions weekdays
Wha...?[/quote]
I saw that, too. Nielsen rates both half-hours separately, probably just so CBS can brag about how many people watch the Showcases.
And note to Michimatt: I used to be an optimist. Then I got exposed to cable news.
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136336\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:51 PM\']
[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136333\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:47 PM\']
Todd Newton -> The Price Is Right = Katie Couric -> CBS Evening News
[/quote]
Depends on which Todd. If it's the Todd that I know Todd can be, it could be good.
However, if it's the overacting Eubankesque Gus Glitz-clone, we're in trouble.
I'm still holding out for the possibility of it being Marc Summers.
[/quote]
The latter is the one who does the stage show.
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What a cruel way to end a rough month for me hearing that Barker's stepping down from TPIR in about 7 months. I first heard the news while doleing out candy to the trick-or-treaters at about 6:40 PM on the network news(an NBC affiliate). My first mermories of him was T or C as a young tot. I first started watchimg hin on TPIR from its early days when I was a month shy of 8 years old. Here's a breif list of the major events in history during his time on TPIR:
Vietnam
Watergate
Nixon's resignation
Elvis' death
52 American hostages in Iran
Ronald Regan's near-assasination
243 Marines killed in Lebanon(on my birthday, YUCK!)
Black Monday in 1987
Operation Dessert Sheild & Storm
The Northridge earthquake
Sep 11, 2001
The Iraq war
Clearly, there were others too numerous to mention. The point is, we went through good times, bad times, & the rough times while Barker was host of TPIR, Afrer 35 years as TPIR host & 50 years on TV, we here at Invision will surely miss you Bob. Thank you.
Let his "end run" commence immediately.
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One thing we can hope is that if Price will continue without Bob, that Fremantle will keep the same staff. With Roger as EP, he knows how much fans love Price and it's likely that while Bob won't be there, the game's format will remain unchanged. Fremantle has learned from Family Feud that the fans remember the Dawson Feud, so Family Feud today is closer to what it was, while still having a fresh feel.
It won't be too long until we see shirts that say "We'll miss Bob" or "Good luck Bob" or something to that effect.
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[quote name=\'Don Howard\' post=\'136210\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 01:56 PM\']
A highly trusted source told me this afternoon that Bob Barker will
be retiring as host of The Price Is Right at season's end.
The press will be told later today.
You know my history. I would not lie to you. That is all.
[/quote]
Drat, you beat me to it. I was just watching the opening teasers for the Today show and they said the same thing. You are certainly not lying.
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Here's a breif list of the major events in history during his time on TPIR:
Vietnam
Watergate
Nixon's resignation
Elvis' death
52 American hostages in Iran
Ronald Regan's near-assasination
243 Marines killed in Lebanon(on my birthday, YUCK!)
Black Monday in 1987
Operation Dessert Sheild & Storm
The Northridge earthquake
Sep 11, 2001
The Iraq war
The word "wow" does not begin to do this post justice.
Hon, you forgot the explosion of space shuttle Challenger, the AIDS epidemic, and the passing of Mark Goodson.
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136406\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 02:26 AM\']
[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136336\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:51 PM\']
[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136333\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 04:47 PM\']
Todd Newton -> The Price Is Right = Katie Couric -> CBS Evening News
[/quote]
Depends on which Todd. If it's the Todd that I know Todd can be, it could be good.
However, if it's the overacting Eubankesque Gus Glitz-clone, we're in trouble.
I'm still holding out for the possibility of it being Marc Summers.
[/quote]
The latter is the one who does the stage show.
[/quote]
Both have done it, but Todd's done it longer.
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Both have done it, but Todd's done it longer.
No dear, we were talking about the two Todds: Natural Todd and Gus-Glitz Todd. The latter does the stage show.
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136421\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 06:53 AM\']
Both have done it, but Todd's done it longer.
No dear, we were talking about the two Todds: Natural Todd and Gus-Glitz Todd. The latter does the stage show. [/quote]
Agreed. Give us the Todd Newton from Hollywood Showdown, at ease with the contestants and not trying to rush through everything, and you've got a perfect Price host. Keep the W!TANPYL Todd away at all costs.
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Yes, but I don't think the prime-time special will be the final Barker ep. I'd expect the finale will air Friday, June 15, 2007 (or possibly a week later) at its regularly scheduled time.
If that is the final first-run show, hopefully they'll have a good sendoff before the summer reruns.
I'll admit I haven't seen the season's last show in quite a while...do they usually mention something about it, or just quiety slip into rerun season?
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[quote name=\'Craig Karlberg\' post=\'136409\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 05:41 AM\']
Here's a brief list of the major events in history during his time on TPIR (Dixon edited the list for the reply):
Vietnam
Watergate
Nixon's resignation
52 American hostages in Iran
Operation Desert Shield & Storm
Sep 11, 2001
The Iraq war[/quote]
There were a few others that bear mentioning, including the Iran Contra scandal of the late 1980s, the space program in general (Skylab, Shuttle, Challenger disaster), the fall of the Communist Bloc and the Berlin Wall, and the Lewinsky scandal/Clinton impeachment and trial. The reason I'm bringing them up is because these, along with the list items I transferred over from above, at one point or another actually pre-empted TPiR on CBS. The real world that intrudes on our pasttime so much has changed a lot for sure.
I have a studio-mode video recording somewhere of my anchoring breaking news coverage locally, of the end of a two-week standoff with inmates at the Talladega Federal Correctional Facility in Alabama. The tape reveals that on one of my break-ins we cut into the Showcase Showdown.
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[quote name=\'Craig Karlberg\' post=\'136409\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 05:41 AM\']
Here's a breif list of the major events in history during his time on TPIR:
Vietnam
Watergate
Nixon's resignation
Elvis' death
52 American hostages in Iran
Ronald Regan's near-assasination
243 Marines killed in Lebanon(on my birthday, YUCK!)
Black Monday in 1987
Operation Dessert Sheild & Storm
The Northridge earthquake
Sep 11, 2001
The Iraq war
[/quote]
What can REALLY make you feel old? If you were born the day Barker's TPiR premiered, and you are one where you get married and start having kids at a young age (16 or 17) and your kids do the same, you now have three different generations that were born during the Barker TPiR era.
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Personally, I think John O'Hurley would be perfect for TPiR.
Probably just a fantasy, but a man can dream.
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My "wow" remark was not one of awe. Where else would world events be gauged in the context of the career of a game show emcee?
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136417\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 04:34 AM\']
The word "wow" does not begin to do this post justice.
Hon, you forgot the explosion of space shuttle Challenger, the AIDS epidemic, and the passing of Mark Goodson.
[/quote]
My favorite part was where the Northridge earthquake trumped Loma Prieta in 1989, which only interrupted the freakin' World Series. Which is not to marginalize the Northridge one, but...
...oh, forget it; consider the source.
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[quote name=\'Card Shark\' post=\'136415\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 06:06 AM\']
[quote name=\'Don Howard\' post=\'136210\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 01:56 PM\']
A highly trusted source told me this afternoon that Bob Barker will
be retiring as host of The Price Is Right at season's end.
The press will be told later today.
You know my history. I would not lie to you. That is all.
[/quote]
Drat, you beat me to it. I was just watching the opening teasers for the Today show and they said the same thing. You are certainly not lying.
[/quote]
Adam, look at the date and time Don posted (roughly 17 hours earlier). If you're just watching today's TODAY show and getting the news for the first time, he's done more than beat you to it.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'Ian Wallis\' post=\'136426\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:12 AM\']
I'll admit I haven't seen the season's last show in quite a while...do they usually mention something about it, or just quiety slip into rerun season?
[/quote]
They usually quietly slip into rerun season.
Barker sometimes would hint about the end of the season whenever "Hole In One" was played, mentioning it was the last inspiration putt. Sometimes he'd say something like, "We're approaching the end of the season, but you'd never know it because we keep on taping."
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'cweaver\' post=\'136427\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 06:31 AM\']
I have a studio-mode video recording somewhere of my anchoring breaking news coverage locally, of the end of a two-week standoff with inmates at the Talladega Federal Correctional Facility in Alabama. The tape reveals that on one of my break-ins we cut into the Showcase Showdown.
[/quote]
...and with that, Thad Dixon just declared a jihad. :)
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[quote name=\'cweaver\' post=\'136427\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 09:31 AM\']
There were a few others that bear mentioning, including the Iran Contra scandal of the late 1980s,
[/quote]
I didn't really follow the news then, as I was about 12 1/2 and not really very interested in it - I do remember, however, the Iran/Contra scandal messing up CBS's schedule that summer; for some reason, they saw it fit to air $25,000 Pyramid in the early afternoon for some reason - not sure if it was filler because there was a "recess" in the coverage or what, but I always wondered why. Additionally, did TPiR (to keep it tied to the thread), ever get an afternoon showing that summer?
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The only halfway decent show still on the air in the mornings today, now if we want entertainment during the day i guess we'll have to watch Jerry Springer. I know it's not being cancelled but is might as well be.
It's not going to last long at all without him only because it won't be the same, and you all know that.!!!
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136444\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 10:40 AM\']
The only halfway decent show still on the air in the mornings today, now if we want entertainment during the day i guess we'll have to watch Jerry Springer. I know it's not being cancelled but is might as well be.
It's not going to last long at all without him only because it won't be the same, and you all know that.!!!
[/quote]
My turn.
Wow.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136444\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:40 AM\']
It's not going to last long at all without him only because it won't be the same, and you all know that.!!!
[/quote]
Christ.
(He may be right. But...christ.)
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[quote name=\'SRIV94\' post=\'136437\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 10:21 AM\']
[quote name=\'Ian Wallis\' post=\'136426\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:12 AM\']
I'll admit I haven't seen the season's last show in quite a while...do they usually mention something about it, or just quiety slip into rerun season?
[/quote]
They usually quietly slip into rerun season.
Barker sometimes would hint about the end of the season whenever "Hole In One" was played, mentioning it was the last inspiration putt. Sometimes he'd say something like, "We're approaching the end of the season, but you'd never know it because we keep on taping."[/quote]
And they do, too. You may this already, but as soon as they tape the end of the season, they go right into the premiere week shows (normally)
KDKA TV in Pittsburgh did a nice little story on this event (although they could've adjusted the tint) featuring some not-often-used clips and reports that possible successors are Star Jones (ugh!), David Hasselhoff (yuck!), and Chuck Woolery (I'd doubt it).
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I saw the headline on Yahoo News yesterday and it hit me like a ton of bricks. I knew it was bound to happen, but I feel so sad knowing it's only 7 months away.
Bob's been on TV my whole life and it's going to be so strange not seeing him weekday mornings at 10 am. TPiR was the first daytime show I ever watched, and I have so many great memories of Bob from different shows he's hosted/appeared on.
One positive thing is that Bob is going out on top and on his own terms.
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136449\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 11:59 AM\']
[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136444\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:40 AM\']
It's not going to last long at all without him only because it won't be the same, and you all know that.!!!
[/quote]
Christ.
(He may be right. But...christ.)
[/quote]
I only said it might as well be because it won't last long without him, because whether you're a die hard fan or a casual fan it'll probably still be hard for ANYBODY to adjust, I know it'll be hard for me.
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[quote name=\'Joe Mello\' post=\'136452\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 11:25 AM\']
And they do, too. You may this already, but as soon as they tape the end of the season, they go right into the premiere week shows (normally)
[/quote]
Yep. The first time I went they taped the fourth show of season 33, and it was taped just a few days after the final taping of season 32 (obviously aired about three months apart). This year, they deviated--taping the premiere well after some season 35 shows were already in the can (including one that several members of this forum were in attendance for, including myself).
My recollection was from during the 1980s, when stagehands were shown exchanging money when Barker made or missed the putt. :)
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136449\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 11:59 AM\']
[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136444\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:40 AM\']
It's not going to last long at all without him only because it won't be the same, and you all know that.!!!
[/quote]
Christ.
[/quote]
I think He has better things to do than host Price.
(Sorry, couldn't resist. L'Chaim!)
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136421\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 07:53 AM\']
Both have done it, but Todd's done it longer.
No dear, we were talking about the two Todds: Natural Todd and Gus-Glitz Todd. The latter does the stage show.
[/quote]
My response included Marc Summers and the "two" Todds. I stand Pat (Finn, not Bullard).
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L'Chaim? what does that mean?
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I have to admit, Marc Summers probably would be an ok replacement,
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136454\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 09:25 AM\']
I only said it might as well be because it won't last long without him, because whether you're a die hard fan or a casual fan it'll probably still be hard for ANYBODY to adjust, I know it'll be hard for me.
[/quote]
Then speak for yourself, don't speak for anyone else.
I'm looking forward to the change and I hope that it improves the show, because it needs help right now.
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Just look at the vast popularity of the stage show. This proves to me that the show can go on. Most people go there knowing that Barker won't be hosting, but the still, according to what I've heard from Randy, turn out to sell out the place.
So Fremantle and CBS both know that they can continue the show and have had a good training ground with the stage show.
Personally, I'm rooting for Marc Summers because since a lot of TPIR's audience (in studio as well) is made up of college students who would remember him from Double Dare, this is an opportunity to continue for another 35 years because I see DD as being Summers' T or C. Thoughts?
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136465\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:17 PM\']
[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136454\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 09:25 AM\']
I only said it might as well be because it won't last long without him, because whether you're a die hard fan or a casual fan it'll probably still be hard for ANYBODY to adjust, I know it'll be hard for me.
[/quote]
Then speak for yourself, don't speak for anyone else.
I'm looking forward to the change and I hope that it improves the show, because it needs help right now.
[/quote]
why is it that every time i post, you have to criticize it? And i guess you're right, although, i am not going to deny two things, a. I am really really sad to see him go,
and b. as to whether or not it will improve, it all depends on who they pick to replace him, although this person will have some really huge shoes to fill.
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136467\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:42 PM\']
why is it that every time i post, you have to criticize it? And i guess you're right, although, i am not going to deny two things, a. I am really really sad to see him go,
and b. as to whether or not it will improve, it all depends on who they pick to replace him, although this person will have some really huge shoes to fill.
[/quote]
Booboo, the reason why people criticize you when you post is because you don't think before you post. Also, you were warned about your grammar several times. I'm surprised you haven't got the boot yet.
And how can you criticize someone for criticizing you, and then AGREE with the point in the same sentence?
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When I saw the CBS News interview w/ Bob that was fed to the local CBS affiliates to use, Bob had a great little line:
(Paraphrasing -- Not exact quote).
"After I retire, I'm gonna stay home for two straight weeks to see what it's like to be bored".
Knowing how Bob's schedule was so busy with the show, and other assorted appearances, I would agree that he probably doesn't know what it's like to do absolutely nothing for a couple of weeks. Same goes for Dick Clark.
I'm glad he's going out on a high note, and being around a while after to enjoy retirement.
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i do think that if Cbs continues with the prime time specials then they should see if they can't get Bob to step in just for them.
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[quote name=\'PYLdude\' post=\'136468\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:46 PM\']
[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136467\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:42 PM\']
why is it that every time i post, you have to criticize it? And i guess you're right, although, i am not going to deny two things, a. I am really really sad to see him go,
and b. as to whether or not it will improve, it all depends on who they pick to replace him, although this person will have some really huge shoes to fill.
[/quote]
Booboo, the reason why people criticize you when you post is because you don't think before you post. Also, you were warned about your grammar several times. I'm surprised you haven't got the boot yet.
And how can you criticize someone for criticizing you, and then AGREE with the point in the same sentence?
[/quote]
I'm not technically criticizing HIM, I'm just asking for an explanation.
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[quote name=\'TimK2003\' post=\'136469\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:46 PM\']
Knowing how Bob's schedule was so busy with the show, and other assorted appearances, I would agree that he probably doesn't know what it's like to do absolutely nothing for a couple of weeks. Same goes for Dick Clark.[/quote]
Dunno. Price takes a pretty long tape break during the summer.
Maybe he should call up Pat Sajak and see how it's like.
/If I had to work only 39 days out of the year, I'd be happy
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136471\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 10:49 AM\']
I'm not technically criticizing HIM, I'm just asking for an explanation.
[/quote]
I'm gonna make this as polite as I can:
If you can't figure out why I might have an issue with you saying "it's going to be hard for EVERYBODY, not just me, but EVERYBODY", then I simply can't help you.
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I'm looking forward to the change and I hope that it improves the show, because it needs help right now.
Chris, Chris, Chris, Chris, Chris --
Let's analyze the logic of that statement:
1. Bob Barker is the best emcee there is. OK, he's the best living emcee there is. We have the statistical data to back that up right here on this board;
2. Anyone else is not the best living emcee there is. Marc Summers came in at #23. Todd Newton came in at #37.
Therefore, it follows that:
A change of emcee won't help the show.
However, I firmly believe it is possible to cast an emcee who will do a perfectly creditable job with the show. You know who my choice is.
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136470\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:46 PM\']
Cbs[/quote]
My favorite example yet of booboo just not getting the hang of the shift key.
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[quote name=\'Matt Ottinger\' post=\'136479\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 03:06 PM\']
[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136470\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:46 PM\']
Cbs[/quote]
My favorite example yet of booboo just not getting the hang of the shift key.
[/quote]
That's just one of a long line of things he hasn't gotten the hang of.
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136478\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 11:50 AM\']
However, I firmly believe it is possible to cast an emcee who will do a perfectly creditable job with the show. You know who my choice is.
[/quote]
And I think it's a fantastic idea. I don't think it will HAPPEN, mind you, but it's a brilliant idea and it would sure as hell get me watching Price again. Hell, he's the only reason I took the slighest bit of interest in Dancing With The Stars.
/okay, Stacy Keibler didn't hurt
//giggity
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Don't look at me - I only watched it for Kenny Mayne.
(ObGS-Kenny Mayne hosted 2 Minute Drill.)
Come to think of it...
"So yeah, you won a buncha stuff. I'm Kenny Mayne and thank you for watching daytime television."
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Now that Mr. Barker is retiring, I wonder if Fremantle will retire Mark Goodson's name as well.
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And I think it's a fantastic idea. I don't think it will HAPPEN, mind you, but it's a brilliant idea and it would sure as hell get me watching Price again. Hell, he's the only reason I took the slighest bit of interest in Dancing With The Stars.
This is the biggest career opportunity in television since Carson left The Tonight Show. Anyone who lacks the sense to take it probably doesn't deserve it.
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136421\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 07:53 AM\']... we were talking about the two Todds: Natural Todd and Gus-Glitz Todd. The latter does the stage show.[/quote][clueless 10 Chances contestant writes "81206"]
Todd: No no no no no! Dig a hole and crawl in!
[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136499\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 04:43 PM\']This is the biggest career opportunity in television since Carson left The Tonight Show. Anyone who lacks the sense to take it probably doesn't deserve it.[/quote]When do I audition?
I'm serious. I need a job. :-)
I speak for the entire group when I say I'm up to sweet sixteen hundred posts! But I can't speak for the group when I say "Bears repeating." There are Seahawks fans on this board. :-D
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[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136499\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:43 PM\']
This is the biggest career opportunity in television since Carson left The Tonight Show. Anyone who lacks the sense to take it probably doesn't deserve it.
[/quote]
You're preaching to the choir, sir. Just sayin', I'm not holding my breath. :)
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[quote name=\'Matt Ottinger\' post=\'136479\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 03:06 PM\']
[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136470\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:46 PM\']
Cbs[/quote]
My favorite example yet of booboo just not getting the hang of the shift key.
[/quote]
I mistyped. I apologize.
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Just a few random thoughts and observations about this impending event:
As nice as it might be to see TPIR continue with a new host, remember what happened when Who Do You Trust? and Two For The Money got new hosts after Carson and Shriner left, as well as both attempts to have other comics try to fill Groucho's shoes in seperate You Bet Your Life revivals.
Sadly. I have to say I'm at a loss for a practical answer over who should replace Barker as host. The ones that I feel would have done well have all pretty much retired from hosting themselves. And I don't know many younger current stars by name who'd be good replacements. It's really too bad that Jerry Springer and Maury Povich may well be locked out of doing this sort of daytime job. It would be a more respectable job for either one (and actually, I thought Springer's show was suppose to leave the air by now; none of my local stations currently get either one of those talk shows, and I don't think I'm missing anything).
Anyone ever thought of having an em-shee precide over TPIR?
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[quote name=\'DjohnsonCB\' post=\'136518\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 05:33 PM\']
It's really too bad that Jerry Springer and Maury Povich may well be locked out of doing this sort of daytime job.
[/quote]
No, it really isn't.
It would be a more respectable job for either one (and actually, I thought Springer's show was suppose to leave the air by now; none of my local stations currently get either one of those talk shows, and I don't think I'm missing anything).
"Neither of them do respectable work, and I can say that because I don't watch either show."
Wow.
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[quote name=\'DjohnsonCB\' post=\'136518\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:33 PM\']
Anyone ever thought of having an em-shee precide over TPIR?
[/quote]
Italy had one, so it's not a far-off concept. But I wonder who would be a good choice in that case...
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So, what will they do with Barker's Bargain Bar and Barker's Markers? Would they retire the games or change them to something like... Newton's Croutons, if Todd got the job?
So is anyone planning an official GSF TPIR gathering in L.A. to see the show before his finale?
Matt
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[quote name=\'Allstar87\' post=\'136520\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 09:22 PM\']
[quote name=\'DjohnsonCB\' post=\'136518\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 08:33 PM\']
Anyone ever thought of having an em-shee precide over TPIR?
[/quote]
Italy had one, so it's not a far-off concept. But I wonder who would be a good choice in that case...
[/quote]
I was told several years ago, no female host or announcer.
Although with Barker leaving, anything is fair game.
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[quote name=\'mcsittel\' post=\'136521\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 09:24 PM\']
So, what will they do with Barker's Bargain Bar and Barker's Markers? Would they retire the games or change them to something like... Newton's Croutons, if Todd got the job?
Matt
[/quote]
Bargain Game and Make Your Mark?
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[quote name=\'mcsittel\' post=\'136521\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 06:24 PM\']
So, what will they do with Barker's Bargain Bar and Barker's Markers? Would they retire the games or change them to something like... Newton's Croutons, if Todd got the job?
[/quote]
I can't speak to the former, but the latter would most likely be renamed to "Make Your Mark". You know, exactly like they did when Doug Davidson was hosting the show...
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I could easily see them keeping those games' names to honor Bob.
As for a female host, there's nobody who's the right age I feel could do it well. Betty White is about the only person that comes to mind as a lady with decorum who could be in control on the set. Not to pick on her more than we already did, but a Ricki Lake or similar type would be wayyy too tied to the contestants (i.e. as excitable as them) and would look downright foolish and unprofessional celebrating with them.
-Jason
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[quote name=\'JasonA1\' post=\'136525\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 06:32 PM\']
I could easily see them keeping those games' names to honor Bob.
[/quote]
And while I'm sure the WGMC would be more than fine with that idea, to do that would be a HUGE insult to the new host.
Not to pick on her more than we already did, but a Ricki Lake or similar type would be wayyy too tied to the contestants (i.e. as excitable as them) and would look downright foolish and unprofessional celebrating with them.
One would hope that particular ship sailed as soon as she tried to "times" the Audience Match money by 50 on GSM.
/god, folks, get OVER it already.
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(Edited for language. -DZ)
[quote name=\'chris319\' post=\'136296\' date=\'Oct 31 2006, 05:21 PM\']
Afterthought: Barker's retirement could result in the promotion of Roger Dobkowitz to executive producer. There is no one more deserving. Roger is one of the last few people who "gets it" when it comes to doing game shows, and a terrific guy as well.
[/quote]
Wonder if Barker's retirement will cause Dob and/or Fingers to take an early retirement, or worse, Fremantle to s--tcan them like they did Janice and Kathleen and Paul Alter. Without Dob and Fingers, especially Dob, the show is, in my view, as good as done. Fremantle could do worse than to coax Wolpert back, at least as a consultant.
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[quote name=\'JasonA1\' post=\'136525\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 09:32 PM\']As for a female host, there's nobody who's the right age I feel could do it well. Betty White is about the only person that comes to mind as a lady with decorum who could be in control on the set. [/quote]
I'm reasonably sure you weren't seriously suggesting her, but I think it bears mentioning that Betty White is older than Bob.
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Okay, so remember how "Rockstar: INXS" was a successful summer reality show to find a new front man for that band?
... <Tom Lehrer>You're way ahead of me.</Tom Lehrer>
How long before CBS announces a summer reality show to find a new host for TPiR?
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[quote name=\'rialtus\' post=\'136549\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 11:25 PM\']How long before CBS announces a summer reality show to find a new host for TPiR?[/quote]
God help me, that actually gave me an idea about something they SHOULD do, and I've been deliberately staying out of the speculation game. Damn you, rialtus!
They ought to have a number of different folks do on-air tryouts, starting at the beginning of the 36th season. (Don't spoil Bob's Victory Lap.) There's precedent: it's how The Late Late Show settled on Craig Ferguson, who wasn't officially named the host until months after Kilborn's last show.
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[quote name=\'Matt Ottinger\' post=\'136551\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 12:41 AM\']
[quote name=\'rialtus\' post=\'136549\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 11:25 PM\']How long before CBS announces a summer reality show to find a new host for TPiR?[/quote]
God help me, that actually gave me an idea about something they SHOULD do, and I've been deliberately staying out of the speculation game. Damn you, rialtus!
They ought to have a number of different folks do on-air tryouts, starting at the beginning of the 36th season. (Don't spoil Bob's Victory Lap.) There's precedent: it's how The Late Late Show settled on Craig Ferguson, who wasn't officially named the host until months after Kilborn's last show.
[/quote]
I know they played Host Roulette for the Late Late Show, and they played Announcer Roulette not once, but TWICE on TPiR.
But I think it might be a helluva lot trickier to have Emcee Roulette for TPiR.
Unless you open it up to only those who have hosted TPiR Live (and those on the Invision with hosting experience coughottingercough), I think it would really be hard to find 4 or 5 Price newbies, have them memorize rules and procedures to 60+ pricing games while having them interact with little or no cue card assistance and yet be convincing enough to the home audience that they should get the job.
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[quote name=\'TimK2003\' post=\'136561\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 12:15 AM\']
Unless you open it up to only those who have hosted TPiR Live (and those on the Invision with hosting experience coughottingercough), I think it would really be hard to find 4 or 5 Price newbies, have them memorize rules and procedures to 60+ pricing games while having them interact with little or no cue card assistance and yet be convincing enough to the home audience that they should get the job.
[/quote]
Nope. You don't need to do that. You need to have them memorize rules and procedures to a game or two. That's enough for an audition. The rest is homework. But, hell, The Next Price Is Right Host would have, of course, challenges designed to test the homework: runthroughs of new pricing games, overexcitable contestants, etc.
If CBS doesn't want to run this as, at least, a summer replacement for Survivor: Munhall, Pennsylvania, it'd be the perfect way for GSN to renew relations with Fremantle.
That said, Matt--both Matts, come to think of it!--I'm so ready to speed-dial you to victory...
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OK kids, here's a drop of blood for the shark tank:
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/e...5p-393269c.html (http://\"http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/ent_radio/story/467315p-393269c.html\")
No comment from me; simply passing along the link.
Randy
tvrandywest.com
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[quote name=\'tvrandywest\' post=\'136595\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 09:51 AM\']
OK kids, here's a drop of blood for the shark tank:
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/e...5p-393269c.html (http://\"http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/ent_radio/story/467315p-393269c.html\")
[/quote]
I saw that, then ran over here. Price was pretty good on "Good Day New York" with Jim Ryan, not that I saw too much of it. But if he's a favorite of Les Moonves, that can't bode well, given that the closest thing to a game show he's cast is "Big Brother" with his barely coherent now-wife.
If it happens, at least it's not Marc Summers.
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[quote name=\'tvrandywest\' post=\'136595\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 09:51 AM\']
OK kids, here's a drop of blood for the shark tank:
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/e...5p-393269c.html (http://\"http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/ent_radio/story/467315p-393269c.html\")
No comment from me; simply passing along the link.
[/quote]
According to Marc Green at golden-road.net (http://\"http://www.golden-road.net/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=1518&forum=4\"):
"I don’t have a complete story…just an outsider’s account…but I hear it from a trusted source that Dave was recently asked to host three runs of the TPiR Live Stage Show (not sure if we’re talking about the Vegas edition or the AC edition). The first show didn’t go all too well, to the point that line-by-line CUE CARDS were used for the second show. Apparently Dave never did the third show."
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[quote name=\'Mike Tennant\' post=\'136613\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 11:38 AM\']
[quote name=\'tvrandywest\' post=\'136595\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 09:51 AM\']
OK kids, here's a drop of blood for the shark tank:
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/e...5p-393269c.html (http://\"http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/ent_radio/story/467315p-393269c.html\")
No comment from me; simply passing along the link.
[/quote]
According to Marc Green at golden-road.net (http://\"http://www.golden-road.net/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=1518&forum=4\"):
"I don’t have a complete story…just an outsider’s account…but I hear it from a trusted source that Dave was recently asked to host three runs of the TPiR Live Stage Show (not sure if we’re talking about the Vegas edition or the AC edition). The first show didn’t go all too well, to the point that line-by-line CUE CARDS were used for the second show. Apparently Dave never did the third show."
[/quote]
That probably won't matter too much on TV, they can do much of the show in post.
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[quote name=\'Neumms\' post=\'136611\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 08:36 AM\']
If it happens, at least it's not Marc Summers.
[/quote]
I don't think Marc Summers would be a bad candidate at all, actually. Why do you say that? Wouldn't you rather have a real game-show host than this manufactured CBS Golden Boy?
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136619\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 11:54 AM\']
[quote name=\'Neumms\' post=\'136611\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 08:36 AM\']
If it happens, at least it's not Marc Summers.
[/quote]
I don't think Marc Summers would be a bad candidate at all, actually. Why do you say that? Wouldn't you rather have a real game-show host than this manufactured CBS Golden Boy?
[/quote]
Summers was about the worst I've seen, at least of hosts who've done more than one show, at interacting with contestants. He's a cold fish. If a contestant on "History IQ" said "I procure uranium for a leading southeast Asian dictatorship, I'm married to an exotic dancer and my parents were Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun," Summers' answer would be, "It's great to have you here. Let's start the game!"
Not that I'm wild about Dave Price, but I can imagine him doing okay with the audience. (The TPIR Live reports not withstanding.)
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[quote name=\'tvrandywest\' post=\'136595\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 09:51 AM\']
OK kids, here's a drop of blood for the shark tank:
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/e...5p-393269c.html (http://\"http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/ent_radio/story/467315p-393269c.html\")
No comment from me; simply passing along the link.
Randy
tvrandywest.com
[/quote]
No problem, Randy! I did look at it and see one glaring line that, to me, gives it away as a fake.
The Price Is Right" executive producer Howard Huntridge was there to put Price, who the source described as "very personable," through his paces.
Any confirmation about this person being a staffer?
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I agree with Chris -- I think Summers would be a fine choice. I'd prefer Summers out of the names that are being tossed around, actually. He always had fun with the contestants on the various incarnations of Double Dare, which is the closest thing to Price that he's hosted. I haven't seen History I.Q., but he was certainly more dry on WinTuition. I think that was a result of WT being a straight, less contestant-driven quizzer -- i.e., he adjusted his style to the format. Whereas someone like Todd Newton, with the Eubanks-on-steroids persona he's developed, would turn Price into pure kitsch, I think Summers would bring a genuine warmth to the job.
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I'm not throwing this name out at all, but what was honestly so bad about Doug Davidson? Mind you, it's been 12 years since I've seen the show, and I was only 12 at the time, so I didn't know any better. :-P
Was he just stiff as a host, didn't have the hang of the games? I mean, the show only ran for a few months, so it's not like he had too much of a chance to improve...
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[quote name=\'Stripey\' post=\'136635\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 09:40 AM\']
I haven't seen History I.Q., but he was certainly more dry on WinTuition.
[/quote]
He was awfully dry on History I.Q., too, so I can see where Neumms might have that complaint, but then HIQ _was_ on The History Channel. I haven't seen him do the Price stage show, so I don't know how he is there, but I do think that he's had enough changes to his life over time (the whole OCD thing, for one) that maybe comparing his qualifications today to his previous work might be unfair. But I do respect his opinion.
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The Price Is Right" executive producer Howard Huntridge was there to put Price, who the source described as "very personable," through his paces.
Any confirmation about this person being a staffer?
It looks like he is the executive producer of the British version.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0403188/ (http://\"http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0403188/\")
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136638\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 12:48 PM\']
He was awfully dry on History I.Q., too, so I can see where Neumms might have that complaint, but then HIQ _was_ on The History Channel. I haven't seen him do the Price stage show, so I don't know how he is there, but I do think that he's had enough changes to his life over time (the whole OCD thing, for one) that maybe comparing his qualifications today to his previous work might be unfair. But I do respect his opinion.
[/quote]
I don't even like him on Food Network, so this might just be me. Let's all just hope for Bergeron.
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Bergeron would be my vote! Personable, well known, fair to contestants and the home viewer and has quick wit.
I do not like Dave Price. He's okay on Late Show w/Colin Ferguson but he can't pronounce words and doesn't impress me.
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If Dave Price gets the nod...wow. Add on the puns would be too easy...
Tom Bergeron seems like a good choice. He's already mastered working the genre, and seemed really comfortable with the contesants.
Marc Summers, to me, has almost too vibrant of a voice to do the show. He would need to tame it down a little to do the show.
From the very very limited clips I've seen of Doug Davidson, he fell victim to the show itself. His show was so drastically different from the normal daytime show that she got sucked down with it. He should be considered, but he wouldn't be my first choice.
I just wish Tom Kennedy wasn't really old right now. He could step in and do the show really well, like he did in the 80s.
I want to throw another name into the mix...Pat Sajak.
(runs to avoid all things thrown at me for saying that)
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136649\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 10:28 AM\']
From the very very limited clips I've seen of Doug Davidson, he fell victim to the show itself. His show was so drastically different from the normal daytime show that she got sucked down with it. He should be considered, but he wouldn't be my first choice.
[/quote]
There, fixed that for you.
Actually, with a competent host, TNPiR would have been pretty good. Doug Davidson was not a competent host.
(And Burton. Christ. Friggin' Burton.)
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I was stunned to see this topic last night when I logged on, and have been following it since. Yet I don't think it "hit me" until just now. I took a stroll to Marc's site. When I read the first few posts, a huge feeling of impending doom came over me. I have never seen Barker in person, and that has been one of my lifelong goals. Now I KNOW what I gotta do. I kept reading everyone else's post saying "it's a sad day," and I have to admit, it IS.
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136650\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 01:38 PM\']
[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136649\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 10:28 AM\']
From the very very limited clips I've seen of Doug Davidson, he fell victim to the show itself. His show was so drastically different from the normal daytime show that she got sucked down with it. He should be considered, but he wouldn't be my first choice.
[/quote]
There, fixed that for you.
Actually, with a competent host, TNPiR would have been pretty good. Doug Davidson was not a competent host.
(And Burton. Christ. Friggin' Burton.)
[/quote]
Let's agree to disagree with this one. Maybe.
I liked TNPiR. I liked the set. (see Golden Road on that black floor...classssy!) The host wasn't aweful, but could have done a lot better. But it fell against the juggernaut named Bob Barker and his classic set. One of the reasons the 70's syndicated version lasted (I think) is that the set stayed the same with the daytime version (albeit with the inflated budget). Tom Kennedy's version lasted that whole season for the same reason.
NOW...if they took the show currently, held it for, say, a year, and brought it back with that set, a competent host AND announcer, there could be a chance. Isn't that what they did with "Sale of the Century/Temptation" in Australia?
(And I agree...Burton should NEVER EVER AGAIN announce on TPiR.)
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[quote name=\'fostergray82\' post=\'136637\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 01:48 PM\']
I'm not throwing this name out at all, but what was honestly so bad about Doug Davidson? Mind you, it's been 12 years since I've seen the show, and I was only 12 at the time, so I didn't know any better. :-P
Was he just stiff as a host, didn't have the hang of the games? I mean, the show only ran for a few months, so it's not like he had too much of a chance to improve...
[/quote]
For some reason, Doug Davidson reminded me a lot of Jeff MacGregor (All New Dating Game '86) both in appearance and smarmy demeanor.
From what I remember from Davidson's TPiR, he tried to come up with funny little terms for parts of the game. For example, he always liked to call the lever on the showcase range-finder thingamajig a "LEE-ver" in a way to make it sound funny.
Opening up my "Decisions, Decisions" ranking book, this is how I would rank the possibilities:
Tom Bergeron
Marc Summers
Todd Newton
Chuck Woolery
Dave Price
Doug Davidson
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136654\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 11:20 AM\']
(And I agree...Burton should NEVER EVER AGAIN announce on TPiR.)
[/quote]
There, fixed that for you. :)
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To me there's only one candidate: John O'Hurley. But that's just my opinion.
David
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I'm not throwing this name out at all, but what was honestly so bad about Doug Davidson? Mind you, it's been 12 years since I've seen the show, and I was only 12 at the time, so I didn't know any better. :-P
I didn't think Davidson's version of the show was that bad at the time. It was a neat way to kill a half-hour in the evenings - but I guess it's back to the old adage "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".
If Davidson's version of the show had been the same as Tom Kennedy's a decade earlier (in other words, just like the daytime version), do you think it might have lasted any longer than it did?
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[quote name=\'Ian Wallis\' post=\'136674\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 04:19 PM\']
If Davidson's version of the show had been the same as Tom Kennedy's a decade earlier (in other words, just like the daytime version), do you think it might have lasted any longer than it did?
[/quote]
It might have made it past 20 weeks, but I couldn't see it lasting past the season (just like Kennedy's).
But that's besides the point. As much as I did enjoy TNPiR, even back then I was saying that the original Price did not need a makeover. Whoever at Goodson/All American/Pearson/Fremantle/Wotthehelleva thought that needs to be smacked in the head repeatedly, at least IMHO.
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[quote name=\'PYLdude\' post=\'136676\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 04:35 PM\']... Goodson/All American/Pearson/Fremantle/Wotthehelleva ...[/quote]
No less than three articles and TV clips have called it "Freemantle". Nice to see we haver a lot of English majors out there in the media. [rolls eyes]
How about Ryan Seacrest? He's currently employed by Fremantle...and everybody else, for that matter. Or, how about a dark horse that currently works for CBS and is known and loved on this group. That's right, I can only be talking about...
...wait for it...
...wait for it...
Pat O'Brien!
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WE HAVE A WINNER!
/I then thought of Rush Limbaugh, but he can be the announcer
//change can be good
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Believe it or not, a blogger from the LA Daily News has exhumed a former host already mentioned in this thread:
http://www.insidesocal.com/babbleon/archiv...ill_replac.html (http://\"http://www.insidesocal.com/babbleon/archives/2006/11/who_will_replac.html\")
It would be funnier if it was Kennedy.
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[quote name=\'uncamark\' post=\'136680\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 05:07 PM\']
Believe it or not, a blogger from the LA Daily News has exhumed a former host already mentioned in this thread:
http://www.insidesocal.com/babbleon/archiv...ill_replac.html (http://\"http://www.insidesocal.com/babbleon/archives/2006/11/who_will_replac.html\")
It would be funnier if it was Kennedy.[/quote]
Cullenbot 3000. The one without the limp.
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[quote name=\'uncamark\' post=\'136680\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 05:07 PM\']
Believe it or not, a blogger from the LA Daily News has exhumed a former host already mentioned in this thread:
http://www.insidesocal.com/babbleon/archiv...ill_replac.html (http://\"http://www.insidesocal.com/babbleon/archives/2006/11/who_will_replac.html\")
It would be funnier if it was Kennedy.
[/quote]
LOL. I didn't mind Davidson, but I think he's better suited on Young and the Restless.
David
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136619\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 11:54 AM\']
I don't think Marc Summers would be a bad candidate at all, actually. Why do you say that? Wouldn't you rather have a real game-show host than this manufactured CBS Golden Boy?
[/quote]
I'm casting my vote for Summers, too. Dealing with an audience full of ten-year-olds isn't that far removed from dealing with 300 "Price" fans. #2, he strikes me as caring enough about show prep to handle 70+ games in rotation. It didn't occur to me until this debate came up, but I realized on "Double Dare," he would always bring an index card with him when he was describing whatever physical challenge they were about to do...but then he would never look at it. He just knew the stunt. "Double Dare" was along the same lines of "a show done differently each time," and Marc did a heck of a job.
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By the later years, I wanna say mid 1989, and certainly by the time the show was "Family" on Nickelodeon, he wasn't using the index card. And you could further extrapolate that the obstacle course had some pricing game like qualities for it, as Marc knew the little ins and outs ("now you're going to be here with about 15 seconds left - your partner should have his hand stretched out...").
-Jason
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[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136678\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 05:50 PM\']
/I then thought of Rush Limbaugh, but he can be the announcer
//change can be good
[/quote]
I chuckle the thought of Rush hosting TPiR..
Imagine the commentary fun he would have whenever they'd play Flip Flop!
Or the Grocery Game:
"On Fridays, YOU may choose your items, otherwise Monday through Thursday *I* get to choose what you pick."
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[quote name=\'TimK2003\' post=\'136722\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 10:55 PM\']
[quote name=\'tpirfan28\' post=\'136678\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 05:50 PM\']
/I then thought of Rush Limbaugh, but he can be the announcer
//change can be good
[/quote]
I chuckle the thought of Rush hosting TPiR..
Imagine the commentary fun he would have whenever they'd play Flip Flop!
Or the Grocery Game:
"On Fridays, YOU may choose your items, otherwise Monday through Thursday *I* get to choose what you pick."
[/quote]
Wouldn't work. You already have too many contestants playing Hit Me with half their brains tied behind their backs. :-)
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[quote name=\'dzinkin\' post=\'136725\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 11:35 PM\']... You already have too many contestants playing Hit Me with half their brains tied behind their backs. :-)[/quote]
But that makes it fair! :-D
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Which term of endearment do you think does the models the MOST justice on Price?
With Bob, we all have come to know them as "Barker's Beauties." Kinda rolls off the tongue. Easy enough.
IF Mr West were to step in, we could call them "Randy's EYE CANDY!" A little trickier than Bob's, but it get's the job done.
Dave Price would do well to name them "Dave's Darlings." Well.. maybe.
Then of course we have Daniel. Good ole' Mr. Rosen. I thought and I thought and the name that jumped out to me was "Danny's Fannies."
Perhaps taking the show in a far different neighborhood than Bob has...
Now of course if RICH FIELDS became the EM CEE, we'd have..
"Rich's - - um... Witches" YEAH.. WITCHES.. that's the ticket!
(or something close!) ...
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[quote name=\'booboo\' post=\'136470\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 01:46 PM\']
i do think that if Cbs continues with the prime time specials then they should see if they can't get Bob to step in just for them.
[/quote]
I was thinking the same thing. Is it possible that Bob may do the periodic Prime Time Specials (which usually air during the sweeps months), or has he hung up his microphone for good? Or has either been confirmed yet?
Inquiring minds want to know! ;)
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What to say... I'm glad he's decided to retire, and hope that it isn't, like, say, Charles Schulz's, barely in time. Wish I'd gotten around to seeing a taping... but on the bright side, everybody else now who's had that on their list of things to do eventually will be trying to get out there by June, so by the fall the lines should be shorter...
Anyway, as for a replacement, sure it's been talked to death. Many, many times. And will be, for at least two more rounds after the new host has been chosen. Personally, I'd prefer Tom Bergeron, which is almost a sure sign it'll be someone else, but any excuse to repost a quote saved from either this board or its predecessor, good for mood-lightening whenever needed:
[quote name=\'Chris319\' date=\' I hope\']Listen to me, Tom Bergeron.
You say you don't want a career in game shows? OK, fine. Turn the clock back to 1988(?) when Mike Brockman tapped game show emcee Pat Sajak to host a late-night talk show on CBS. Did Sajak quit Wheel of Fortune for this undertaking? No, he did not. Where would Pat Sajak be today if he had?
"Hi, I'm Pat Sajak. You may remember me from the hit game show 'Wheel of Fortune', or not. I want to tell all you insomniacs watching this infomercial at three AM how you can make five, ten, fifteen thousand dollars a week just by placing itty bitty want ads in the newspaper."
Now imagine a guy named Syd driving up to your house in a great big truck. What's in the truck? Why it's a printing press! But this isn't just any old printing press, no sir. It's a SPECIAL printing press. It only prints GREAT, BIG PAYCHECKS. Those paychecks all say "Fremantle" on them. This printing press will run just about forever. All you have to do is show up in 33 a couple of days a week and ask some people "What do you bid?". You wouldn't turn down Syd and his magic printing press now would you? Hmmm? Of course not, because if you do you might wind up like our friend Pat Sajak:
"Hi, I'm Tom Bergeron and I used to have a burgeoning television career. Help keep public television alive here in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Send in a check for five, ten, twenty dollars, whatever you can afford."
OK?[/quote]
I'll try to be more coherent next time around.
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Any word on whether Yolanda will make an appearance on the last Bob episode?
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[quote name=\'MyCapableAssistant\' post=\'136739\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 01:14 AM\']
{Snipped for space considerations}
Now of course if RICH FIELDS became the EM CEE, we'd have..
"Rich's - - um... Witches" YEAH.. WITCHES.. that's the ticket!
(or something close!) ...
[/quote]
[quote name=\'toddyo\' post=\'136743\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 08:57 AM\']
Any word on whether Yolanda will make an appearance on the last Bob episode?
[/quote]
Both of you get a wow.
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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I cast my vote for Marc Summers as well, and it's not just because I was lucky enough to interview the man two years ago for my high school paper. As others have said, while senior citizens may not know him, he certainly is extremely popular with the 18-35 group for his DD stint, he knows how to tame a bunch of riled up people and when to whip them into a frenzy, he's personable, he's only turning 55 this month (in contrast, Barker started hosting "Price" when he was 49), he has handled both straight Q&A and stunt shows, he's hosted the "Price" stage show, and perhaps most importantly, he knew the pacing of the shows he hosted and the many stunts and obstacles on DD backwards and forwards, and he was doing that while he was secretly suffering from an anxiety disorder. If there is a better candidate with a greater game show pedigree who could concievably host this show for another three decades that is still among us, please tell me. That's why the man should get this job. Now watch as they pick a comedian.
(Gets off soapbox)
James
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[quote name=\'LetsGoMets2003\' post=\'136755\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 01:56 PM\']
As others have said, while senior citizens may not know him, he certainly is extremely popular with the 18-35 group for his DD stint, he knows how to tame a bunch of riled up people and when to whip them into a frenzy, he's personable, he's only turning 55 this month (in contrast, Barker started hosting "Price" when he was 49)
[/quote]
I have to say, Marc Summers really looks good on paper if you want to sell an established veteran to a young demographic (who grew up watching DD). Whether he can do it well is another story.
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[quote name=\'cweaver\' post=\'136757\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 02:00 PM\']
I have to say, Marc Summers really looks good on paper if you want to sell an established veteran to a young demographic (who grew up watching DD). Whether he can do it well is another story.
[/quote]
Dixon, I don't disagree, that is another story, I was just basing my pick on past experience. If any of you are wondering, the good news (when I talked to him) was he was off all of his OCD medications and feeling great. A question for Randy or anyone else here - how was Marc as an emcee when he hosted "Price LIVE!"?
James
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Personally, I'd be happy to see either Todd Newton or Marc Summers as the emcee. They are both exceptional and would have no trouble, IMHO, keeping the flow of program and being as personable as Bob.
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[quote name=\'gsgalaxy82\' post=\'136672\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 04:00 PM\']
To me there's only one candidate: John O'Hurley. But that's just my opinion.
David
[/quote]
I absolutely agree.
I think John has the charm and the style to pull it off.
Even on Seinfeld, he reminded me of Bob Barker with a more powerful voice.
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[quote name=\'DoorNumberFour\' post=\'136771\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 02:58 PM\']
[quote name=\'gsgalaxy82\' post=\'136672\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 04:00 PM\']
To me there's only one candidate: John O'Hurley. But that's just my opinion.
David
[/quote]
I absolutely agree.
I think John has the charm and the style to pull it off.
Even on Seinfeld, he reminded me of Bob Barker with a more powerful voice.
[/quote]
Even before Feud, he was the guy I wanted to take over TPIR (from his work on Truth). He seems like the type of host who would love to do Price and over time, woud become a great emcee of Price (he'd be great to begin with, but it's one of those things that takes time with Price). With Feud struggling in the ratings, I think it only makes sense for him to take over Price. It's not his fault Feud is getting bad ratings, it's been on a long time and has never had a huge audience. It makes perfect sense, especially if Feud is cancelled. I don't know if John has a multi-year contract with Fremantle, but Fremantle would be able to use someone already under contract. Plus, he's a fairly big name and hopefully people could accept him. Ok, rant over. Continue.
David
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[quote name=\'LetsGoMets2003\' post=\'136760\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 02:16 PM\']
Dixon, I don't disagree, that is another story, I was just basing my pick on past experience. If any of you are wondering, the good news (when I talked to him) was he was off all of his OCD medications and feeling great. A question for Randy or anyone else here - how was Marc as an emcee when he hosted "Price LIVE!"?
[/quote]
...and I should make clear that by saying "another story" I meant I was reserving judgment, not that I have no confidence in his ability to host the show. I'm actually leaning toward John O'Hurley, who I could see teasing the contestants the same way Bob always did and with the same charming results. But I could probably live with Marc in that gig.
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Weren't there times during MC Weeks on the old network game shows where Summers would step in as host to let the show's host be a player for a day?
Darn if I can't deliver an exact example, but I'm certain he did.
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[quote name=\'SteveR\' post=\'136790\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 05:53 PM\']
Weren't there times during MC Weeks on the old network game shows where Summers would step in as host to let the show's host be a player for a day?
Darn if I can't deliver an exact example, but I'm certain he did.
[/quote]
Scrabble immediately comes to mind. And from the brief clip I saw on YouTube...he did good (or well...I'm not an English major!).
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In the "yet another two cents" category, Jimmy Pardo was on the Bob and Tom radio show this morning. He mentioned:
A) Having been at Game Show Congress, and a fan walking up to him just to tell him his hosting job was "adequate" on Funny Money
B) The rumors about this Dave Price fellow who's a weatherman
C) His vote for Barker's replacement: "rootin' tootin' Todd Newton"
As for Marc Summers (and my two cents), I'm thinking that he'll stick to his gigs at the Food Network from now through infinity. I would absolutely love to be surprised.
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[quote name=\'Speedy G\' post=\'136818\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 04:48 PM\']
A) Having been at Game Show Congress, and a fan walking up to him just to tell him his hosting job was "adequate" on Funny Money
[/quote]
And I'm guessing that's the highest praise he got. :)
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[quote name=\'clemon79\' post=\'136819\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 07:54 PM\']
[quote name=\'Speedy G\' post=\'136818\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 04:48 PM\']
A) Having been at Game Show Congress, and a fan walking up to him just to tell him his hosting job was "adequate" on Funny Money
[/quote]
And I'm guessing that's the highest praise he got. :)
[/quote]
Considering how bad the show was, that's a high compliment.
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[quote name=\'GS Warehouse\' post=\'136677\' date=\'Nov 2 2006, 12:43 PM\']
How about Ryan Seacrest? He's currently employed by Fremantle...and everybody else, for that matter. Or, how about a dark horse that currently works for CBS and is known and loved on this group. That's right, I can only be talking about...
...wait for it...
...wait for it...
Pat O'Brien!
[/quote]
Or, if they could go across town to NBC in Burbank....
Anybody from "Access Hollywood"!!!! (except for Billy Bush; see LMAD 2003)
But seriously...Seacrest would be the deathblow to TPIR. Todd Newton seems to be the right fit as the next Barker.
Jonathan Allen
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[quote name=\'Speedy G\' post=\'136818\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 07:48 PM\']
In the "yet another two cents" category, Jimmy Pardo was on the Bob and Tom radio show this morning. He mentioned:
A) Having been at Game Show Congress, [/quote]
Really? Does anyone who was at the Congress remember this? I never heard he was there.
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[quote name=\'Matt Ottinger\' post=\'136843\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 09:14 PM\']
[quote name=\'Speedy G\' post=\'136818\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 07:48 PM\']
In the "yet another two cents" category, Jimmy Pardo was on the Bob and Tom radio show this morning. He mentioned:
A) Having been at Game Show Congress, [/quote]
Really? Does anyone who was at the Congress remember this? I never heard he was there.
[/quote]
He was at the Congreff WMLL. Wouldn't have known it if not for one of the other attendees introducing me.
But he misquoted me. :)
Doug -- and the countdown to 2400 continues
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Mr. Pardo actually mentioned it a couple of months ago on his podcast--he certainly seemed sincere enough.
I almost mentioned it then, but, well . . . I think the man is funny, and I love his podcast, but he's not quite the game show fan's friend.
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Whomever they get will be someone they'll have to give time to. Its going to take whomever time to make the job their own, regardless of who they get.
I'd also bet we'll also see TPIR-HD next year as well.
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[quote name=\'Terry K\' post=\'136871\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 11:11 PM\']
I'd also bet we'll also see TPIR-HD next year as well.
[/quote]
Now we know why Bob will be calling it a career. Imagine how he would look in hi-def!
Jonathan Allen
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[quote name=\'johnnya2k3\' post=\'136824\' date=\'Nov 3 2006, 05:58 PM\']
Or, if they could go across town to NBC in Burbank....
Anybody from "Access Hollywood"!!!!
[/quote]
You know what I like about you, Jonathan?
You utterly have no idea when you're the butt of the joke. And you are. Make no mistake.
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[quote name=\'inbidni\' post=\'136538\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 10:45 PM\']
Fremantle could do worse than to coax Wolpert back, at least as a consultant.
[/quote]
What? And throw away all that good "Pirates of the Carribean" money? Like it or not, I think Jay Wolpert is out of the game show biz for good.
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[quote name=\'davemackey\' post=\'136885\' date=\'Nov 4 2006, 06:42 AM\']
[quote name=\'inbidni\' post=\'136538\' date=\'Nov 1 2006, 10:45 PM\']
Fremantle could do worse than to coax Wolpert back, at least as a consultant.
[/quote]
What? And throw away all that good "Pirates of the Carribean" money? Like it or not, I think Jay Wolpert is out of the game show biz for good.
[/quote]
My hunch is that Jay would wind up as a Fremantle puppet, if MG 98 was any indication.
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The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel makes recommendations... (http://\"http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=527139\")
Note: I don't like ANY of them.
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[quote name=\'WhammyPower\' post=\'137036\' date=\'Nov 5 2006, 10:11 PM\']
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel makes recommendations... (http://\"http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=527139\")
Note: I don't like ANY of them.
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Just scanning over the names, the article seems more of a put-on than anything.
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Tiki > Rolf, but the article's definitely tongue-in-cheek.
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My vote goes to David Naughton. Either him or Ricky Martin.
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Yeah, it's a put on. Funny folks in Wisconsin, doncha know now.
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Sorry for chiming in with a "gut reaction" reply so late, but I just now came across this news. Personally, I did have visions of Bob doing the show until he died (which I've always believed is years away). Nevertheless, now that the news has come, I am actually glad he will be leaving while he's still in good health. Sheesh. Look at the other celebrities at 80+ years of age, and it's amazing he's lasted this long. It will be very, very nice to actually have Bob present and accounted for during the huge tribute they're going to give him at the end of his Price career. I can only imagine the kind of stops they'll be pulling for his big send-off -- celebrity farewells, classic Price clips we haven't seen aired in forever, extended on-camera appearances from people like Roger Dob., Fingers Grecko, and Rich Fields. I'd also love to see Bob make a cameo appearance every now and then as the show continues without him in full swing.
Think the taping schedule will pick up after Bob's replaced by someone with a bit more energy? Didn't they used to tape two shows every day? I've just got to get down to see the show at least once before Bob reminds us to help control the pet population for the final time.
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Think the taping schedule will pick up after Bob's replaced by someone with a bit more energy? Didn't they used to tape two shows every day?
Barker's retirement is going to save CBS/Fremantle millions. They will no doubt go back to taping two shows per day, three days per week. I estimate the fourth taping day each week costs them well over a million per year just to light up the studio. Six shows in three days vs. five shows in four days is going to save them big time, and it will open up studio 33 to other clients on Thursdays. Time was when TPIR was in the studio three days per week, another game show could knock out 10 (or 20 in the case of Pyramid) shows on Thursday and Friday and yet another game show on Saturday and Sunday. The problem is, there aren't as many game shows going any more :-)
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Put my vote down for Bergeron.
Can't believe so many want Summers, a plank has more personality from what I've seen. Just wrong for Price.
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[quote name=\'Gromit\' post=\'137480\' date=\'Nov 9 2006, 04:27 PM\']
Can't believe so many want Summers, a plank has more personality from what I've seen. Just wrong for Price.
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My vote's merely for Summers because I am under the impression that Bergeron is just plain Off The Table. Seeing as he's doing that fill-in week on Millionaire, that may not be the case, and if that's so, I would give him the job in a second.
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Ah, I was thinking of the question as simply "who do you want", and not considering the real life stuff of availability etc.
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[quote name=\'Gromit\' post=\'137480\' date=\'Nov 9 2006, 07:27 PM\']Can't believe so many want Summers, a plank has more personality from what I've seen. Just wrong for Price.
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What exactly is it you've seen? If it's just History IQ, it was a fairly serious, uptight show, so that's not fair to judge him simply on that. If not, I'd like to hear your argument as to why you don't think he has much personality.
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Mostly Wintuition, some other one offs here and there. Just seemed bland to me.
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Go back and look at his Double Dare work. He showcased a personality (though it was half-way corny, but it was a kids show) and he had complete control of a semi-hectic show, similar to how Price is. I (along with many others) think this, along with a lot of television experience, reflects how well he could do.
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Would it be too far-fetched to suggest Don Francisco?
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[quote name=\'Jimmy Owen\' post=\'137560\' date=\'Nov 10 2006, 08:02 PM\']
Would it be too far-fetched to suggest Don Francisco?
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Ah, Mario Kreutzberger! Funny thing is he's made more hours of Sabado Gigante than Bob has of Price. I still say no, even though there's not a whole lot difference in the atmospheres of the two shows.
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[quote name=\'chad1m\' post=\'137558\' date=\'Nov 10 2006, 07:55 PM\']
Go back and look at his Double Dare work. He showcased a personality (though it was half-way corny, but it was a kids show) and he had complete control of a semi-hectic show, similar to how Price is.
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If you could bring 1988 Marc into the future, then he'd be great, yeah. I don't think 2006-7 Marc has the energy - or the inclination to regain said energy.
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[quote name=\'chad1m\' post=\'137558\' date=\'Nov 10 2006, 08:55 PM\']
Go back and look at his Double Dare work. He showcased a personality (though it was half-way corny, but it was a kids show) and he had complete control of a semi-hectic show, similar to how Price is. I (along with many others) think this, along with a lot of television experience, reflects how well he could do.
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From what I remember back in the ol' College Days, I seem to remember Marc doing a pretty decent job on Couch Potatoes. Compared to other shows he's hosted, CP would be the closest to TPiR as far as energy level, contestants and the casual element of the show.