Stern stokes the fire, Carrie Underwood joins ‘Sesame Street,’ speculation about Randy Jackson’s future
Howard Stern never officially confirmed he was in any remotely serious talks with “Idol” but did gab about it on Monday’s show, saying he’d love to do it at the right price. He also suggested ways he could mock the contestants.
No matter how much I like Stern as a radio host, he’d alienate way more people than he’d attract if he were to be on “Idol.” But Stern, stuck on satellite radio (which never became as big as he had hoped), is getting more press than he has in years. He’s got to be loving that. I listened to him yesterday a bit on my Sirius radio and he was very funny mocking Ryan Seacrest, Randy Jackson and Ellen DeGeneres. (He’d ask Ellen whether she wears men’s briefs under her pants–you know, stuff like that.)
As MJ suspects, he may have planted the story himself just to get himself press. That wouldn’t surprise me one iota. Plus, his contract with Sirius/XM is up at the end of the year so this is negotiating posturing to boot. And “Idol” is keeping things very quiet, probably just letting it play out because it’s good buzz, true or not.
- Carrie Underwood has been a daily fixture on this blog for weeks. Now Sesame Street has created a character for her “Carrie Underworm.” Here is info on her Web site:
Carrie will appear on America’s longest running children’s television show, Sesame Street, as a specially created character known as “Carrie Underworm.” Carrie recorded the song, “The Worm Anthem,” specifically for the show.
The episode in which “Carrie Underworm” performs is currently slated to air February 11, March 17, April 8, and April 26 on PBS. To take a peek, go to: DailyMotion.com
-And Popcrunch is feeding some rumors that “Idol” may be looking to clean house completely next year once Simon is gone and also get rid of Randy Jackson. Clearly, he is the least beloved of the three original judges – or at least people won’t be crying or in a rage if he stays or goes. He’s likable but has never struck most folks as crucial to the success of the show. l may put up a poll about him later in the week to see if what I suspect is right.
Now onto Hollywood tonight!
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FIRST!
February 9th, 2010
12:41 pm
First! I’m first! I’m first, first, first! Yippeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Lara
February 9th, 2010
12:42 pm
She makes a cute worm too!!
CarrieWorm
February 9th, 2010
12:43 pm
Carrie can be my underworm ANYTIME!!!
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
1:11 pm
Lot of stuff there Rodney, thanks.
Underworm? Really. I would have hoped that they would put more thought into that sort of thing, because I can think of that in a lot of ways that are probably not the way it was intended. As pointed out by CarrieWorm.
Stern, I’ve hit the “meh” point on that matter. I neither like nor dislike him so I’ve just grown tired of what is obviously just a move to get attention.
Randy, bad move on Idol’s part if they remove him. I’m not a fan of his, but taking him out just for the sake of getting rid of all the originals is just another bad decision. People want some continuity not just some mish mash of unknown and disliked judges.
Nana
February 9th, 2010
1:21 pm
Thanks for all the well wishes for the new babies and Carla. I know they will thrive and become what all kids are, SPOILED and the apple of Nana’s eye (or in this case great nana)!!!!!!
And RxDawg, you were right on in your math. Carla was 29 weeks.
On the countdown for tonight and already set to blog live. Can’t wait to see just how Ellen will judge and interact with the other judges. Hopefully, she will be better that what she was when she quest judged on SYTYCD.
Wonder where Rickster has been lately? And, welcome back Swami.
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
1:37 pm
One complaint… do we really need to look at this picture again? Rodney you’re killing me here. Get Randy up there or something… anything. Carrie you can do the same picture twice, heck that outfit she had on for the Superbowl could use some blog time *hint* *hint*
kelly&carriefan
February 9th, 2010
1:52 pm
I’m on the “meh” train with Stern. I don’t want him on the show, but that’s about it.
“Carrie Underwood has been a daily fixture on this blog for weeks.” Yes, she sure has…and I don’t see anything wrong with that. But um, “Underworm?” Oy. But agree with Lara, she *does* make a cute worm. Ha. I just think she gave her “haters” a really nice gift with that.
Idol cleaning house: If they get rid of Randy, they have Ryan…and Ellen? I mean, did she sign for more than a season? Also, what about Kara, when she came back for Season 9, was it a multi-year deal? If they were to clean house, I suggest they add: Lionel Ritchie (whoever said that, I liked it!) or maybe Quincy Jones(?), Katy Perry (the “can’t-really-sing specialist) AND the rotating Former Idols. That would be my judging panel.
RxDawg
February 9th, 2010
2:03 pm
Yo dawg! Don’t be dissin on Randy yo.
In all seriousness, I’ve always found Randy to be the happy medium. I don’t always agree with him, but I see where he comes from. He shouldn’t go anywhere. Of all the judges, he probably gives the best music and technique advice. Kara would be next.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
2:11 pm
Yawn to Howard Stern.
Randy leaving? when it seems like he’s beginning to take the leadership role? Maybe he’s just getting his face out there so he’ll have a new job as soon as Idol ends.
I would like to see Kara leave. I haven’t seen any real contribution from her yet other than trying to be the best friend of the guest judges.
I still like the idea that the 4th judge is a former Idol(not necessarily a winner). Only they can know what a contestant needs to hear.
Nana
February 9th, 2010
2:15 pm
Go back to a three judge panel and then replace Kara with Lionel Richey (k&cfan that was my earlier suggestion).
Maria
February 9th, 2010
2:35 pm
Howard Stern is a racist pig. I can see him making lewd comments about every blonde girl with a big chest and making contestants fell gross. Everyone just misses Paula so much and everyone would laugh at her when they thought she was on drugs. We need to be careful what we wish for. This shows will end in two years but if Randy Jackson goes away then I will be the first one not to watch anymore. And Kara is not even worth talking about. Whoever picked her to be a good judge needs to have their head examined.
Uncle Tom
February 9th, 2010
2:48 pm
NO, No, No. I remember watching a few episodes of H.S.’s radio show on television several years ago (late at night of course) when it came on regular tv. Fortunately the show didn’t air for too long.
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
2:53 pm
Maria: it ends in two years? Oh that’s right 2012 and all that.
I disagree, I think Idol will limp on for many years past that. Look at some of the other shows that have lost their luster yet they continue to be produced. Survivor comes to mind. It doesn’t need to be on top to continue to make money, which is one reason why they don’t want Stern. It’s time to cut costs for the drop in revenue that will come once Simon is gone. This year will be the last for many people with Simon leaving, Randy won’t carry much audience one way or another.
Renee
February 9th, 2010
3:00 pm
If Howard Stern becomes a part of Idol, I am no longer watching it!
Burp Bacharach
February 9th, 2010
3:04 pm
Kara is a heaping bowl of super colon blow, when she starts grooving with that weird look on her face and craning her neck-I find myself questioning my sexuality….
James
February 9th, 2010
3:15 pm
Stern would be a great addition to Idol. He would piss off mainstream America, but like he said during the show, good art is the art that gets a response out of its audience. People either love or hate Stern. There is no gray area. Will Idol lose fans, sure, but it would get a bigger buzz that it has ever had. Idol would also gain a huge portion of Stern’s fans. It is doubtful Stern would be able to do his radio show along with Idol. The fact of the matter is, there would have to be alot of changes made if Stern becomes a judge. Idol would have to relocate to NY and they would need to find replacements for Seacrest and DeGeneres b/c Stern would run them off of the show. For those of you who don’t like Stern, get over it and loosen up. Stern tells it as it is and is one of the best celebrity interviewers ever. Baba Booey to you all!
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
3:19 pm
James “There is no gray area” actually there is. I neither love nor hate Stern. Really. As for the rest, it’s not like Howard Stern is buying the show and able to dictate these sweeping changes. Not going to happen.
Burp Bacharach: I nominate you for best comment of the month.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
3:20 pm
I’m going to come right out and say that Idol would NEVER hire Howard Stern. Period! Howard has gotten himself a lot of free publicity out of this and Idol has too although I don’t think they had anything to do with the rumors. Howard holds, imo, sole responsibility for this particular rumor.
Mercedes S.
February 9th, 2010
3:25 pm
James, “Will Idol lose fans, sure, but it would get a bigger buzz that (sic) it has ever had” – and the point being??
Less viewership= less ads = shrinking show, until no show.
James
February 9th, 2010
3:28 pm
Do you actually think that DeGeneres and Seacrest will stay on if Stern is there ripping them new ones each show. I think not. If Stern is hired for the $100 million dollar contract as is speculated, I think what he says will go. How much money do you think the current staff makes? Its not anything close to $100 million. I don’t actually think its going to happen anyway. Its a ploy by Stern to get more money out of Sirius/XM. If Stern does get hired, Seacrest should definitely be replaced by Eric the Midget!
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
3:34 pm
Simon > Howard and they didn’t give Simon $100 million so they won’t give it to Howard. That alone should indicate that it will not happen, was never in the cards to happen, and wasn’t even something that could be “speculated.” It’s called publicity Howard Stern is a master at it.
Seacrest replaced by Eric… ok I can buy that. Seacrest could then jump over to X-Factor and make that Idol Part 2.
BlondeHoney
February 9th, 2010
3:35 pm
James…amen, agree with every word & Baba Booey to you too
James
February 9th, 2010
3:37 pm
Who else makes it to X-Factor? Possibly Paula?
James
February 9th, 2010
3:41 pm
Thanks BlondeHoney. What are you wearing right now?
Johnson
February 9th, 2010
3:55 pm
Bring Paula back. She is the only reason I EVER watched it.
Nana
February 9th, 2010
3:56 pm
Hope everybody has a great evening and are ready to see Ellen in action. I may be late joining in tonight, because first, I’m headed to the hopsital to see those darling babies.
Catch everybody tonight.
Howdy Ho
February 9th, 2010
4:01 pm
Stern is an obnoxious guy and I don’t care for him.At least Simon didn’t have half of what he said bleeped out. If you need someone equally obnoxious as Simon, why not let’s get Rush Limbaugh.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
4:07 pm
Methinks multiple personality guy has joined the blog today
Artie Lange
February 9th, 2010
4:12 pm
Ouch.. my tummy hurts.
AJC Fan
February 9th, 2010
4:21 pm
If you like Sirius XM and Howard Stern then see their “rags to riches” story on DVD. The movie is called “Stock Shock” and it goes over the history, development, and near-death experience of the stock. I did not know the inventor of sirius xm was a woman!–well she is now, at least. DVD is cheaper at http://www.stockshockmovie.com , but the DVD is pretty much everywhere for sale or rent.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
4:43 pm
Idol then Lost tonight! Can it get any better than that?
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
4:46 pm
Deirdre, well it could get better… how about: Idol then Lost then a little somethin somethin?
Better yes?
Fred
February 9th, 2010
4:48 pm
Who the heck is MJ??????????????????
brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
JRP
February 9th, 2010
4:56 pm
I read this blog a lot, but never really comment..I would not watch Idol if they hire Howard Stern..I’ve seen his show a few times and I don’t care for him..
@Nana..Sounds like you’ve just had new great grandbabies..If I read that right..Warm wishes for them and the Mom..Hope all turns out great for them..
Arlo
February 9th, 2010
4:56 pm
First of all, I think Howard Stern’s 15 minutes are way over. I would prefer bababooey over H.S.. I really don’t think it’s necessary to have a panel of the same people every season. Why not have guest musicians (sorry hip-hop folks, you are not musicians) be the judges. They could change every week, so we don’t get tired of them (sorry dawg) and, as evidenced by Ellen Degenerate’s presence, it really doesn’t matter.
null
February 9th, 2010
4:58 pm
Why not? Idol sucks now anyway. Putting Stern’s ugly mug on there may be the final nail in the coffin to finally put it out of it’s misery. And by that, I mean getting the FCC to shut it down.
Although, maybe some of these kids singing songs about Baba Booey and Robin’s chest WOULD pick things up a bit.
It’s a coin toss for me
Harriett
February 9th, 2010
5:01 pm
Yaaaaaay! Hollywood week begins, and then Lost!! And, JT, I agree with D! Bye for now.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
5:18 pm
JT…I’ll speak with hubby about that. Definitely a good idea!
Not Going To Use My Usual Name
February 9th, 2010
5:28 pm
No way are they even thinking about hiring Howard Stern. I’m betting that Simon’s new show will have Paula as a judge, and it wouldn’t surprise me at ALL to see Randy as the third judge and them limit to three judges. I don’t see Seacrest jumping ship, but I also don’t see that he contributes much. What I’d like to see on the new show is Piers Morgan judging with Simon (haven’t they judged together over in Britain?). Piers serves the “Simon” role on America’s Got Talent, but I think that they would play together well and actually have some good conversations about the talent of the contestants. I’d like, in other words, to see some honest commentary and discussion that isn’t all frilly-emotional (”I like you” is something I don’t ever want to hear a judge say again).
For Idol, then, they’re going to have to reinvent themselves. I think they should keep it in the music biz, and I think they should bring back guest judges once they narrow it to twelve. When Idol started, Randy and Simon (though both music biz insiders) weren’t all that known among the general populace. Seems like the best candidates may be folks who aren’t all that well-known–and as some have pointed out, Idol’s likely going to need to make some serious price cuts. I say keep Kara (a judge whom everyone loves to hate can be a powerful motivator for people to watch, even though I actually like her), because Kara comes cheaply compared to the others. Cut Ellen free unless she is da bomb this season, and get a couple of other industry folks–producers, talent-finders, etc.–and have them speak with authority based on years of experience in the industry. That’s a solid formula; it’s the formula with which AI started; and getting back to basics could be just what Idol needs as a fresh shot in the arm.
Not to be all Pollyannaish, but I think there’s potential for Idol and Simon’s new show (X-Factor, right?) to spur each other on to be better.
Finally, a VERY brief address re: last night, and NOT attempting to rehash: At no point did I suggest (nor WOULD I suggest) that personal lives and connections not be discussed on the blog. Ever. I want that on the record.
Not Going To Use My Usual Name
February 9th, 2010
5:59 pm
Fred: MJ is probably the one at “mjsbigblog,” a site about all things Idol. MJ breaks a lot of Idol news.
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
February 9th, 2010
6:19 pm
Usual! welcome back!!! nice to see you (i spoke atcha on the previous blog end, before jumping over here, b/c i wanted to get a little statement in…if you’re interested) (well even if you’re NOT, i put it there, LOL!)
yeah, sarcasm, that’s hard to emotican, we’ve been asking for a sarcasm emoticon for a long time … still waiting on some clever geek/nerd/artist/kid (because kids seem to be able to invent all kinds of neat things computer related) to come up with one!!!!
looking forward to tonight, tho i may be DVR’ing Idol b/c hubby isn’t all that fond of AI, and HATES ellen… and the show will probably be on during the time he has dinner prepared to eat (yes, you read that right…HE cooks, I don’t much anymore!) and i would NEVER insult him by making him watch AI unless he feels like being extra nice to me already
wait. that didn’t sound exactly like i meant it…. *grin*
later, gang!!!!
linny ,,,=^..^=,,,
February 9th, 2010
6:19 pm
meh. emotican=emoticon, i can’t seem to be consistent….fingers are cold!
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
6:25 pm
Now there is why you need to keep coming back and posting NGTUMUN. For the most part I agree, but I doubt that Simon would pick up Randy just because it would be too much of a re-hash. I think he is savvy enough to pick a third judge that would either be a “new” talent to the US audience or someone that created a nice dynamic with him and the other judge (Paula). I think Simon is more ahead of the game than the Idol producers, so all the good suggestions we have for Idol will probably be explored for X-Factor. Because our suggestions are of course the only ones that matter.
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
6:28 pm
So Linny has a slightly different plan than Deirdre… Dinner then somethin somethin then Lost. That works too I guess. For me it will be Idol then somethin somethin during a commercial break then back to Idol. You might think that it won’t allow me enough time, but remember these are AI commercial breaks we are talking about.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
7:08 pm
During a commercial break??????????? We need to talk!
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
7:10 pm
Hey if Rose gets a lot of air time I might not even wait for a commercial break. I’m just sayin.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
7:13 pm
LOL!!!!!!
WTF
February 9th, 2010
7:34 pm
WHO GIVES A CRAP ANYWAY! THIS SHOW WENT SOUTH IONS AGO AND THE LEMMINGS WHO HAVE NO LIFE KEEP IT GOING. REALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DO YOU THINK ANOTHER CARRIE UNDERWEAR IS GONNA RISE FROM THE DEAD AND BRING SOMETHING NEW TO THIS HAS BEEN RETREAD SHOW? LOOK AT THE FARTBLOSSOM THEY PRODUCED LAST YEAR. I’D RATHER DIE BEFORE I LIVE IF I HAVE TO LISTEN TO THAT CRAP!!!!
Rag Time USA
February 9th, 2010
7:44 pm
If Howard Stern pops up, how can anyone on this blog be American? Jackoff of a person that he is should be sent to the Middle East to harass the middle eastern women.
JTesla
February 9th, 2010
7:46 pm
How many years are there in an “ion”? LOL
Rosie O'Donnell
February 9th, 2010
7:47 pm
If they would just call me to be a judge I could bring so many ratings to this show. Donald Trump may have dropped his show but I can still draw a crowd. Aside, Ryan Seacrest can go blow X-Factor and I’ll take his position. Matter of fact, I’ll take his top 40 radio show as well. It’s high time the guys bow to me and Ellen and realize the pants are reversed both ways. Snark, Snark, Snark!
Pushing Daisies
February 9th, 2010
7:49 pm
Well, that should speak for itself.
Huh?
February 9th, 2010
7:51 pm
Ngutumen….just an opinion….any problem with that?
Tullie P.
February 9th, 2010
7:53 pm
It will be interesting to see what happens with AI this year. Since Simon has declared his position to host another show, does that interpret the end? Something will have to change if they wish to survive. Maybe open the age range the way X-Factor will be. But the boring 16-28 must end.
Deirdre
February 9th, 2010
7:56 pm
Huh????????