Who's Gonna Get The Job???
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MSNBC talking heads Chris Matthews and Keith Olbermann are reportedly jockeying for Tim Russert's Meet the Press job.
Matthews was allegedly talking about his strategy to win the MTP anchor spot at Russert's DC memorial on Wednesday!
Eww. Tacky. Tacky. Tacky.
Matthews has of course denied the claim.
Olbermann supposedly said he'll quit if he doesn't get the job.
MSNBC has denied these crazy rumors.
A source reports that Russert wanted Chuck Todd, the NBC News political director he hired, to succeed him.
Is this Todd guy any good?
We've never even seen him on TV!
Good luck with your search, NBC!
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Posted: June 20, 2008 at 12:18 pm
Nobody can replace him.
This is so untrue. Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews were great friends with Russert and have to deal with stupid romours while they just lost there friend. This is coming from the conservative ny post post, that tries to bring down MSNBC and Olbermann as much as they can, even if they make it up.
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Don't believe any of that.
Chuck Todd rox my sox.
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Chuck would be much less biased. I think Olbermann has proved he would be unable to be objective when dealing with republican or conservative guests.
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chuck todd is always on as a political analyst
Chuck Todd is great. He doesn't look great for TV, but his analysis is easy to understand he clearly breathes the numbers of the electoral college. Russert was awesome and it's easy to see why he would choose Chuck Todd.
Also perez, you rock.
Do your research, that story wasn't even true… WHY do you only watch Fox news and read the NY Post?!
Hi Perez:
Chuck Todd is the redheaded, thirty-something political director and numbers ace for NBC News. He's been on MSNBC constantly to explain the primary maps, electoral vote landscape, etc. throughout the presidential race. He is known as the most knowledgable numbers guy in politics. His name has come up as a possible candidate to replace Len Downie as editor of the Washington Post. Best yet, he is not bedeviled with the same allegations of agenda-pushing partisanship as Matthews and Olbermann, both of whom would make terrible Meet The Press hosts given their obvious bias in favor of Democrats (especially that Olbermann, who has MAJORLY jumped the shark and is basically just a liberal O'Reilly at this point). I think Chuck Todd would make a fine replacement.
As you would say: And there you have it!
Thanks for all your hard work.
BRODY JENNER HAS A small DICK!!!4REAL
Chuck Todd is really good. He's been on MSN many times during the primary and he knows his stuff. He's no Tim Russert, but nobody is.
perez - c'mon! try turning on msnbc at 8 pm weekdays and educate yourself. keith debunked this sick claim last night. chuck todd is on msnbc every frikkin' day.
Chuck Todd is MUCH better than Matthews and Olbermann. They are both too hokey. Todd is more composed than both of them and would be a better fit I think.
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Chuck Todd is on MSNBC EVERYDAY, Perez! He's great. Perhaps the smartest man on Cable News. His mellow demeanor would fit MTP perfectly. I really hope he gets the job.
I love Chuck Todd he's the numbers guy. He comes on to explain the delegate math. I would never believe that Mathews or Olberman would be that tacky…its probably just fox news thats spreading those rumors.
THIS IS A LIE SPREAD BY A TACKY, LOW GRADE "reporter" AT THE POST. GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT BEFORE POSTING, CUBANITO.
chuck todd has the worst facial hair I've ever seen.
let's be honest, it take More than one person to replace tim russert
I say ANDREA MITCHELL AND TOM BROKOW (not sure how to spell it but u get the point I hope!)
Dude, Chuck Todd's on MSNBC ALL THE TIME! Where have you been?
so you've never seen Chuck Todd on TV? More reason for you to stick to Hollywood and away from politics. Those words make it painfully obvious you have no idea what you are talking about when it comes to this arena.
Either one of those hairless simians would tarnish the integrity Russert instilled in Meet the Press. I hope neither of them gets it and they find an unknown that is still principled enough to ask the hard questions of every person that comes on the show.
Keith olbermann talked about this last night on his show. Total lies. Keith says he himself doesn't feel qualified to take the job even if asked. The conversation with Chris Matthews supposedly talking to his agent during Russert's memorial was actaully him talking to a friend reagrding something entirely different. This rumor comes from the NY Post which is owned by Rupert Murdoch who has an open fued going on with MSNBC and NBC news. Chuck Todd is Political director for NBC and has been on air a lot during primaries, etc. Can't see this job going to him.
Chuck Todd is on MSNBC nearly everyday as a political analyst…either Todd or Matthews should get the job.
I watch MSNBC daily and love both olbermann and matthews! Both seem like great guys howeverrrr if you watch msnbc you most def. know wo Chuck Todd is, he is the man! Meet the Press would capture a much younger audience for sure if Todd was hired! It would be good for ratings. Go Chuckkkkkkk TODDDDD!!!!!! wooot woot
Chuck Todd is great I think he would have to be my first choice most def
Chuck Todd is amazing! He is the "math guy" during all the primary coverage. He even used a white board like Russert! He is by far the more qualified person to take over considering his vast knowledge of the political process. While I love Olbermann he is to oppinioned to become the MTP host, this person needs to be a moderator not a side taker. And forget Matthews! this guy interuptts every guest he has! No way could he step in Russerts place. Russert will be greatly missed….
1. How could you not see Chuck Todd on MSNBC? He is ALWAYS on when they're discussing politics.
2. Both Olbermann and Matthews were both very close friends of Russert and I seriously doubt either were "jockeying" for his position at his funeral. That's just sick fodder probably made up by Fox News folks.
3. Olbermann's show is the flagship of MSNBC. He's been consistently getting higher ratings than O'Reilly and is the highest paid anchor there. I doubt he would be a brat about not getting a position that he frankly is too partisan for.
For anyone to take over Russert's position, they're going to have to be extremely sharp, well versed, and above all else fair. Olbermann and Matthews are both very liberal and I don't think they'd be able to keep their own opinions down in order to question someone they didn't agree with.
Perez, I'm sorely disappointed in your "reporting". Stop trying to be so sensationalist. It's just dirty and low-class.
I watched Keith Olberman on Countdown and he reported that this story was going to be coming out today. He indicated that the story was not true and he in fact he did not want the job. So much for Rupert Murdoch's newspaper making up this story!!!!!!!!
I VOTE FOR MIKE BARNICLE!!!!
This was spew put forth by Murdoch's NY Post which has a long standing feud with NBC, particularly Olberman because he points out so much of Bill O's stupidity. It is just spew. Track down Olberman's comment on this from his show yesterday. Olberman really doesn't want it. Matthews is not the right person (it is too much about himself). Chuck Todd might be capable but doesn't really have the "name" and in this media age that is what it seems to be all about. It would be refreshing to see someone like Todd. Schuster would be an interesting choice to groom for the job. Gregory is bombing on his show. The IDEAL candidate would be Rachel Maddow. Smart, savvy, left leaning but extremely fair and to the point. She at least deserves a show on MSNBC.
"We've never even seen him on TV!"
Chuck Todd is always on MSNBC. He has a lot of knowledge but I think Mathews would be the best bet for the job.
Chuck Todd is the best guy I think. He would grow into the job much like Russert did. Matthews and Olbermann are too slanted to be truly impartial like Russert was. I love Matthews and Olbermann exactly where they are. No one will ever replace Tim Russert, but Chuck Todd is the guy.
Chuck Todd is always on. Does it matter if they look that great on TV? It's about intelligence in the news world not botox
olbermann and matthews are WRONG! they need someone more objective and factual like DAVID GREGORY! enough with the bashing commentaries - it gets old. the absence of that is what made tim russert so effective. stick to the facts and let the viewers form their own opinions.
Of course, there is absolutely no sustitute for Mr. Russert, but CHris Matthews would probably be best suited. No one stupid from the morning shows.
re: chuck todd NO! he's nice enough, but lacks confidence with interviews. he's a numbers guy. more of an analyst. he should stick to that. DAVID GREGORY has the experience of being a white house correspondent - he knows how to ask the tough questions and how to get the answers…
chuck todd creeps me out…the worst facial hair ever…
If you watched Countdown last night, you would KNOW that this story is 5,000% FALSE! Keith Olberman doesn't even feel he is qualified for the job. Posting your opinions is FINE Perez….but passing off Rupert Murdoch's crap is unacceptable!
I don't really care for Chris Matthews, but I doubt that he would do such at a memorial. Of course it's Chris Matthews so it wouldn't be THAT surprising if he was so insensetive. However, Keith is a true gentleman and would never degrade the memory of his friend. I just think it's unfortunate that even after someone dies there's that one moron who has to make it into a circus. A man is a dead and he leaves behind family and friends who will never be the same… Yeah, that's something to make a mockery of.
That shows how much you know about politics. Chuck Todd is on MSNBC almost every day. Stick to what you do best-trashing other people to make money. Politics are WAYYYY over your head!
Sorry, I meant Chuck Todd.
chuck todd is awesome. he's a pretty big whig over at msnbc since the presidential campaign began. while no one can replace russert, ever, todd would be an outstanding choice.
forget olbergag, dudes a douche.
Well Perez, If you actually watched the news or the primaries you would know who Chuck Todd is! Chuck Todd is intelligent, articulate and fair. He was hired by Tim Russert because he thought he was an excellent political analyst and the new generation of news. Perhaps you should pick up a "REAL" newspaper once in a while.
RIP…He was the best!
That is not true, you fucking ass hat. Chris Matthews doesn't want the job. He was overheard talking to a colleague on how best to approach a speech he is giving next week. Keith Olbermann admitted last night on his show that he is unqualified to take over.
If you or anyone else believes what Perez posted, you are playing right into the hands of the right wing idiots.
I doubt that NBC would seriously consider either Chris Matthews or Keith Olbermann for Meet the Press. I enjoy both of their shows, but they're both too well-known for having liberal biases to serve as hosts of an impartial show.
Chuck Todd is a fantastic political analyst, but I just can't see him asking the hard-hitting questions that Meet the Press is known for. I really like the idea of Tom Brokaw serving until after the election, but among NBC's most visible journalists I would prefer to see either David Gregory or Andrea Mitchell as the permanent host.
Chuck todd is very good. But everyone is forgetting the other rising star at NBC who is my bet to win this job–David Gregory.
Re: Betty –
You are wrong. I assume you're sitting in Peoria Illinois or some such hole in the ground pretending that you know what goes on here at NBC. Well you don't, so please stop.
Not true at all jackass. Quit copying made up stories.
Perez, if you followed politics you'd know Chuck Todd. Stop reporting on political news and stick to what you do best, mediocre gossip reporting. Hey, didn't you reoprt that Castro died a few months ago?
Perez, if you followed politics you'd know Chuck Todd. Stop reporting on political news and stick to what you do best, mediocre gossip reporting. Hey, didn't you report that Castro died a few months ago?
Do your research, Perez. Olbermann said this was bullshit last night, even before the Post ran the story!
HOW DARE YOU REPEAT THE SALACIOUS AND VICIOUS LIES TOLD BY FOX NEWS ON THIS WEBSITE?!? I mean, it's your website dude, so you can say what you want… but I never thought you for a Fox News pigeon dude. Seriously…
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I watch MSNBC News ALL THE TIME, and I can assure you that NOBODY on that channel is "vying" for Russerts job right now! They are human beings with hearts beating in their chests Perez. Give me a break! They LOVED Russert over on that channel. Many of those people idolized the man, and NOBODY has threatened to quit if they didn't get his job or whatever!!
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Keith Olberman addressed these disgusting rumors on his show last night (6-19-08) that had been spread by a commentator on Fox News. Chris Matthews wasn't talking about getting Russert's job at his funeral! He was talking to a FRIEND (not even a producer or antyhing) about a speech he was getting ready to make in a few weeks, and was questioning what the big brass (studio heads) would think about his ideas for it or whatever. MSNBC is the last great truly bi-partisan news channel left on TV!
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STOP SPREADING FOX NEWS LIES!! You should retract this story on your website, and tell your viewers the truth Perez. If you don't… you're no longer a "gossip gangstar" to me. You're Fox News' little bitch. Period.
The job should go to David Gregory or Andrea Mitchell. And as others have said, Olbermann said on his show last night that he is not qualified for the job.
Re: kathr –
I agree!! He apparently is not able to actually grow a full beard because his facial hair is too thin, so he opts for a patchy goatee a la some teenage Gadzooks employee circa 1999. Give him a makeover, please!
You're an idiot if you believe any of that. Watch a re-run of Countdown from last night and you'll see how hurt Keith was that anyone would even allege that. No one was ever in the running for that spot b/c no one ever expected Tim to leave so soon. Quit creating drama and spreading lies Perez. You put fuel in fires that shouldn't even be started.
Perez, if you don't know who Chuck Todd is, never post politics again. Geez.
Furthermore, if you even watched MSNBC, you'd know how hurt and shocked they all are. They are humans, not evil people like you and Fox News would like to make them out to be.
You should have watched Olbermann last night….he denied that ever happened…
Re: Yikes – I agree. Perez is the typical uneducated voter hence his flip-flopping on Obama/Clinton. Then once Clinton was out he acted like he supported Obama the whole time. I don't even know why I waste my time on this site.
Anyone who is so misguided as to think that Matthews, Olbermann or Todd are unbiased and credible must certainly be an Obama voter. If half of the Democratic party even knows they're biased, how the hell are they going to fool the other 70% of the country into buying the load of shit that says they're not? No one who has ever set foot on MSNBC has an ounce of credibility at this point — except to Obama voters who are retards anyway. NBC has to find someone who has never crossed over to MSNBC.
The reason you've never seen Chuck Todd on TV is because you have no idea what is going on in the world of politics. This helps explain why you endorse candidates without knowing their positions on fundamental issues. Increasingly you display acts of fundamental stupidity. How's the clothing line going, by the way? It's so funny, I haven't seen you mention it at all. I'm sure it's because it's doing real well.
this is sooooooo interesting because at the live Memorial Service…Tom Brokaw opened with a crack about many people in this room vying for the job…maybe it had been overheard and then he decided to make the crack…it struck me because Mr. Brokaw is always a little above dignified and that was definitely a crack…listen to it…it got laughs but i think he was seriously making a statement…of course this is all IMHO….
Chuck Todd would be the best to replace him I think, he stays neutral in his reporting and he has a very wide knowledge of politics and the electoral college. I never heard that Matthews and Olbermann were in the running (I don't see why they would be either they both have their own very successful shows), one of the other names I heard was David Gregory.
Chuck Todd has been all over NBC and MSNBC this election cycle. If you have never seen him, it's probably because you don't watch the news. Then again, I am not surprised that you're not very politically informed. Might explain why you were a Hillary supporter, too.
Nobody can replace Tim Russert. However, I like both Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews but don't feel they would do "Meet The Press" any justice. Chuck Todd on the other hand is young, bright and taught by Tim Russert. Chuck I believe would be a good choice
Perez, do a little research. This story is completely untrue and unfair. Show some respect.
This story isn't true. Olbermann did a diatribe about this on his show last night, explaining what Matthews' overheard conversation was really about. As big as their egos are, it'd be hard to believe either would be so tacky.
On a side note, Chuck Todd's pinky smooth skin sometimes gives me bad dreams.
Re: Yikes –
Yes Perez, if you don't know who some doughy, pasty-faced, 3rd-tier troll from lowest-rated-cable-news-channel-MSNBC is, you are hereby forbidden to post what you want to on your own site from now on. Love always, your left-wing-wacko-Obama-cultist-neo-fascist-inbred-retard reader, "Yikes"
Clearly you are politically illiterate! Since you claim to have loved and respected Tim Russert so much, you should know that Tim hand picked and mentored Chuck Todd, for the political news on MSNBC! He respected him and called him the future of political journalism! I'm sure Tim would be thrilled with Chck replacing him.
As far as you never hearing of or seeing him before, you must never watch tv or truly follow politics with any intelligence. He is on tv daily and is respected by all! Stick to gossip Perez or educate yourself by reading and watching more than one source for news - political or other! You truly show your ignorance daily!
Keith and Chris should absolutely NOT replace Tim Russert. They are fine for what they are, hosting partisan shows on MSNBC, but that is not the job for Meet the Press. Tim was loved because he was fair to everyone and respectful. Chris and Keith have insulted many people on their show and I don't think they can bring the respect that is needed to MTP. Chuck Todd is not as outgoing as Russert was, but he knows his stuff and he seems like he could be fair and objective. But he definitely does not have that lovable Tim Russert personality and I don't know if the ratings would be any good for MTP w/Chuck Todd. But he'd still be better than Chris Matthews and Olberman! Please no Chris or Keith on MTP!!
Perez, you need to get your facts straight. Those rumors were from an article in the New York Post that has since been refuted and discredited. Olbermann vehemently denied any of this on his show last night.
Don't listen to that crap, guys.
Bullshit!!!! Olbermann said last night that,"Not only does he not want it! he himself does not feel qualified" quoted from his show last night!!!
Also, Perez, since you do not even KNOW who Chuck Todd is, why post stories on Tim Russert? Stick to your lowly gossip and leave politics to the more educated. People come to your site for mindless entertainment, not to see your ignorant posts. Thank you.
You've never seen Chuck Todd? I guess you have never watched MSNBC
If Tim wanted Chuck Todd to succeed him, then that's good enough for me. He must be good.
I vote for Jon Stewart!
Obviously you do not watch MSNBC often. Chuck Todd is a great choice he is very personable and explains things in a way that is easy understand. You also feel like he is a guy you would have at your annual BBQ. As for the Olbermann & Matthews thing I watched Olbermann the day Russert died and it was obvious he had lost someone he thought highly of. Perez why not stick to the B & C list media whores as you really know very little original news and just are very good at copying from other gossip and news sites.
Chuck Todd is really good. He is on Morning Joe on MSNBC a lot. He is as much of a political junkie as any of these talking heads. I heard that Brian Williams just got the job. True or false?
I wanna see Chuck Todd. He's fresh, he's young, and after Tim Russert, he's the guy on MSNBC I relied on for analysis. I think he could ask the right questions and hold the politicians accountable. My next pick would be Matthews, and I love Olberman, but I think we already know what he "thinks" and people wouldn't be able to trust him for fair questioning.
Some choice, Matthews or Olberman. A spitter or a shitter.
Re: Commo –
This will come as a shock to you and your psych ward cell-mates, but MSNBC/NBC News are not the center of the news world, nor are they among the most credible. They are biased and unprofessional on a level that surpasses only Fox News. If someone wants to claim to be informed they should avoid them at all costs, lest be they become brainwashed Obamatrons. Try watching CNN and ABC News and reading The New York Times and the Wall Street Journal, then go online and read The Guardian and a few other newspapers (other than the LA Times). Wake up and smell reality, bitch.
Dear Perez,
Learn2factcheck.
KTHXBAI.
and P.s, P.s…. how peeved I was to see you endorse Hillary and then talk shit about her when she didn't withdraw immediately. Shows how little you really know and understand regarding politics. And to everyone else, please get over this 'you're an idiot for supporting hillary/mcCain/obama/blah". The majority of people that vote are retarded to begin with, but each presidential candidate has many supporters that are very intelligent and support them for honest, legitimate reasons.
Re: Betty –
I agree 100%.
Perez, you need to watch more NBC. He's on all of the time. And he was on MTP a lot!!!
Re: Molly –
Dear bitch, see comments #73 and #86. Then fuck off.
Chuck Todd would be a great choice. He's the political director at NBC and used to be at the National Journal. If you have been following the story, TR recruited Chuck Todd to come to NBC. He's been on MTP many times.
If you've never seen ChuckTodd on TV then you didn't watch Tim Russert very much. Chuck Todd is always on MSNBC this political season, and has been on Meet the Press numerous times. He'd be a fastastic replacement for TR–calm, civil, fair, and uber-smart.
tacky? don't be so ignorant. this is the business. matthews has paid (and i'm sure continues to pay) his due respects to russert. besides, he is much more respectful and respectable than you will ever be. you need to think before you type and try not to be so hypocritical.
Chuck Todd sure knows his politics. He doesn't have much personalty, but he sure knows his stuff. He would be a good fit. I don't think crazy Chris Matthews or even crazier Keith Oberman would be good. They both let their feelings get in the way and I can't stand Matthews' shrill-screaming voice. I think even Andrea Mitchell would be a better choice than these 2 clowns. Chuck Todd though could be spruced up and do a good job. Maybe they need to change the show, won't be the same without TR.
How can you NOT know who Chuck Todd is? Have you watched any election coverage on MSNBC or even NBC? Wow, Perez, I love you, but seriously stop looking for celebrity gossip and look for relevant shit!!!
OMG!! Has something happened to Tim Russert??!! I hadn't heard!!! Why hasn't anyone mentioned this before?!! I feel like slitting my wrists from the agony this causes me. First we lost Jesus, then Elvis, now this. Oh Lord…please make the pain stop!!!
Perez:
You are a smart guy, MSNBC is more interesting than macking on the Jonas Brothers, or doing free pr for Speidi.
Those two aren't worthy to wipe Tim Russerts boots, much less replace him. I'm surprised KO is still on the air. He is totally irresponsible.
Did you watch Kieth Olbermann last night?!? I did. The answer to those allegations was right there. Totally untrue. Perez, not only are you way late on this bit of "news," but you didn't even do your research, which would have totally disputed this claim.