Q100’s Jenn Hobby co-hosting ‘Live With Regis & Kelly’ today
Q100’s Jenn Hobby subbed out for Kelly Ripa this morning on “Live with Regis & Kelly,” one of four radio hosts who won a national contest to be on national TV.
She made no notable snafus and didn’t seem nervous. As a guest host, she wisely let Regis Philbin take the lead, especially during the celebrity interview segments.
Wearing a modest dark blue dress with a black belt, Hobby gave her radio family major props by name. They even aired the moment last week when she found out she made it on Regis.
“We talk about our personal lives,” she said. “We are invested in each other.”
She said she first met Bert Weiss back in 2002, a year before he hired her to replace Lindsay Brien. (She didn’t say it, but she started her radio career at the now-defunct 95.5/The Beat.)
She also told Regis how she met her fiance Grant Rivera, a principal, who was in the audience. Regis asked Grant about how American students are lagging behind others. Grant joked how his students are smarter than he is, adding, “We have to help them stay focused learning that there’s life after high school. It’s a great school.” This seemed like a rather odd place to delve into America’s education system so Regis moved on.
Jenn said she first met Grant when his school’s band came into the studio after getting invited to be part of Pres. Obama’s inauguration. “Their little geeky band members came in, and then their geeky band director came in, and then the gorgeous principal,” she said. “Well, hello! How are you? Nice to meet you!” [UPDATE: Some folks below in the comment section were offended by her use of "geeky." We'll see what she has to say Monday on the Bert Show. I'll update this then.]
She said it was a year before they had their first date.
After promos and ads, it was time for the celebrity segments.
Hayden Christensen was notably forgettable promoting a movie. She kissed his cheek when he entered so Regis later joked, “The principal didn’t like it. You might have to spend some extra time in school!”
Melissa Joan Hart, an actress promoting her ABC Family show, was livelier. She married a musician. (Jenn once married a musician, too, but that ended in divorce. She artfully chose not to mention that.) She did reference an Atlanta connection: she ran into Joey Lawrence shooting a film called “My Fake Fiance” here two years ago and that led to the sitcom they’re doing now called, of course, “Melissa & Joey.”
Hobby, a self-described foodie, wanted to do a cooking segment. She ended up hosting a “Firehouse Cook-Off” but didn’t actually get to do any cooking.
Q100’s Bert Show aired pretty much the entire hour with the show members inserting their comments. “She is really a natural,” a caller said. The audio will be up on the Bert Show website.
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131 comments Add your comment
Eileen
August 20th, 2010
10:34 am
Yeeah! Go Jenn! I have it on DVR and gonna watch it when I get home! I am so proud of The Bert Show and Jenn!
Herman from Dunwoody
August 20th, 2010
10:45 am
Eeehh Jenn can i have your dress to sell on ebay? Wanna go to a tea pahty rally wit me? I know Southside Steve…wanna meet him? Or Larry?
The Standard
August 20th, 2010
10:48 am
YAY JENN!!!! Sounded fab. Will watch later!
dawgfanatl
August 20th, 2010
10:48 am
Very proud of you Jenn!!!! Way to represent the A.T.L.!!
Jack Diamond
August 20th, 2010
10:50 am
Best part? Wendy talking about how she sweats on national TV.
controversy
August 20th, 2010
10:53 am
Jenn did OK! It would’ve been better with fewer hand motions & less clapping (Kelly doesn’t clap). I also think a hip outfit would’ve set her apart from the previous 3 co-hosts. Each one wore a conservative dress, as did Jenn. Leggings & a cool top would’ve been great, Jenn – especially for a Friday show! Her high heels made her much taller than Regis! Jenn kind of dwarfed Regis physically. She has a large head, which is GREAT for TV! Vanna White was hired by Merv Griffin because her large head looked well on TV! Good job, Jenn.
Scott
August 20th, 2010
10:59 am
I’m just happy it wasn’t Melissa giving Regis an earful about Katie Jo this and Katie Jo that!
The Squirt Show
August 20th, 2010
11:00 am
I’m sure the students and band director at her future ex-husband’s school enjoyed being called “geeks” on national tv. Stay classy Jenn Hobby!
Southside Steve
August 20th, 2010
11:01 am
I think i should sub for Reg when he goes on vacation. I can tell Kelly ’bout the lemon test, i can ask if shes innerested in bein’ 405 or whatever sniff sniff yeah c’mon. I can tell her ’bout Pepe the poodle, the waterheads, maybe do an In My Stall segment. If we do a cooking segment,
i can show ‘em my recipe for fried balogna sammiches and tick turds…sniff sniff yeah cmon!
Dawn
August 20th, 2010
11:04 am
Everything went great until the “geek” statement…Just a bit mean Jen Hobby!
Atlanta
August 20th, 2010
11:06 am
The unfortunate thing about Wendy stating, “My armpits are sweaty,” is that I’m afraid viewers thought Jenn said it instead of idiot Wendy. Wendy, would you please pipe down? You are not nearly as cute/funny as you think you are. Just be quiet sometimes! We’re doing our best to tune you out, but you just keep talking.
Anastasia
August 20th, 2010
11:10 am
I cringed when Jenn Hobby described the band director and band members as “geeks.” Felt really bad for them to be called that on national TV! When Grant said, “Sir?” (as though he didn’t hear the question) after he’d already answered a couple of Regis’s questions, it was clearly a “buy time” strategy. I wonder if Grant knew he’d be interviewed!
Yankee Fan
August 20th, 2010
11:11 am
Jenn did GREAT! She made Atlanta proud. She was poised, chatty, charming, and all around professional! AND, she looked wonderful!!! Congrats, Jenn!
Cameron
August 20th, 2010
11:13 am
I was so pleased that Jenn left her valley girl talk at the door! Please keep it up on TBS, too, Jenn! Boycott “like,” “you know what I mean?” and “or whatever.” You sounded so much better this morning! Well done!!!
Juggs & Buns Magazine
August 20th, 2010
11:16 am
On second thought, her rack is too small for our magazine. Sorry.
Band Director Zac Cogdill & The Blue Eagle Marching Band
August 20th, 2010
11:32 am
Did I hear that Jenn believes we’re geeks?
gagirl
August 20th, 2010
11:39 am
I’m not a huge Jenn fan but I thought she did well and looked comfortable. The “geek” comment was not funny and in poor taste. That’s just the real Jenn coming through, though. I knew when I heard her fiance went shopping with her what kind of outfit she’d wind up in….conservative and all covered up. I really thought she should have worn something stylish like Kelly. I’m sure this Grant guy seems nice but I detect some control issues. Of course, Jenn has her own issues too. If you’re marrying a man in November you might want to be able to go #2 in his presence. But that’s just me…..
johnny
August 20th, 2010
11:46 am
Ouch on the geek comment — I’m afraid that may overshadow an otherwise great performance. It’s really no different than as if she’d said fat instead of geeky — it really comes across as shallow, but I guess we all make mistakes.
joe
August 20th, 2010
11:51 am
@ GA girl…nobody and I mean nobody wants to digest any of your #2 smells, so if you have a dude and want to keep him, wait to go until he is out of the bathroom…just common courtesy. Great job Jenn!
RK
August 20th, 2010
11:51 am
Band members aren’t geeks?
carmen
August 20th, 2010
11:52 am
Not highlighted on TBS, but Jen & Grand had their first date in January 2010. Wedding date is November. How well do you really know someone in 10 months? She won’t go #2 even behind a closed bathroom door if he’s in the residence. Clearly not being herself around him.
Sick if Jenn Hobby
August 20th, 2010
11:52 am
When will this conceeded woman finish with her 15 minutes of fame. I have met her personally out and about at appearences and other functions socially. She is very self absorbed and judgemental. Now she has had her uneventful hour on national TV…go home now. Also, in reference to her upcoming marriage…she has already been divorced once…how about getting to know Grant before you start calling divorce lawyer number 2.
Ryan Newell of Sister Hazel
August 20th, 2010
11:58 am
Jenn! I was in a high school band once, too! Did you always think I was a geek? You ripped my heart out, stomped on it, and threw it in the dumpster. You were so nice to the South Cobb High School band members … and now this – on national TV!
Ashley
August 20th, 2010
12:03 pm
I thought Jenn Hobby did a great job. Loved her outfit, loved her poise, loved her contributions. A true natural. I did cringe a bit at the “geek” comment, but come on people, it’s nothing we haven’t heard before. Band members are notoriously known as geeks even if they’re not! Unfortunately, that’s the way pop culture has framed you. It’s a shame she said it on national TV, but she was just being her bubbly, cute self — no vindictiveness behind it. I knew at that moment all the petty people would be coming out of the woodwork whining about it and using it to trash her. Everyone always has to pick something to dwell on and make it seem like the person did the absolute most worst thing on the planet. The absolute worst thing on the planet is not “Jenn Hobby called me a band geek on national TV.” Get over it. Can’t you all just be happy for someone from your hometown making a dream come true? You did a wonderful job Jenn!
GT Bee
August 20th, 2010
12:04 pm
Oh, get over the “geek” comment. Band members have been known as geeks since the beginning of time… and every Hollywood movie, written book, and story has continued to portray them that way. Those kids should be proud that their band got a shout out on national TV!
Most of us are proud of being a band dork!!!
Tripper
August 20th, 2010
12:07 pm
news flash! 75% of band members aren’t geeks, they are complete dorks. “geek” was a generous comment, she could have been far more harsh. Good job Jenn! You rock!
Cheryl Stephens
August 20th, 2010
12:09 pm
Jenn you did great!!! I love the Bert show you guys ROCK!!!
Ashley
August 20th, 2010
12:09 pm
LOL – Love it Tripper!
Jack Diamond
August 20th, 2010
12:09 pm
Carmen, how do you get engaged with someone if you haven’t even traveled with them? Or just got divorced?
Hey Sick, the word is not “conceeded”….
carmen
August 20th, 2010
12:17 pm
@Jack Diamond. That’s what I’m saying. She did a 20-minute Bert Show segment about how she accidentally passed gas in bed and went on & on about how mortified she was about it – prayed that he hadn’t heard it. To me, you should be comfortable enough w/each other to laugh at such natural things. They did take some trip together, so maybe they know each other better than how it seems.
Kimberly McAllister
August 20th, 2010
12:21 pm
I was so….. excited to see Jenn(well hear her on The Bert Show, I’ll watch it later) So proud of you girl!!!!
Steven S.
August 20th, 2010
12:23 pm
I would have worn a dress just to be on Regis’s show. We could talk about baby NOLA and Sofie. Afterward I could get him a good table at the Palm.
Kevin
August 20th, 2010
12:28 pm
Even Glee fans are self-deprecating enough to call themselves “Gleeks”.
I guess this board is populated with a bunch of, um, band alums.
Get over yourselves.
Jenn did a great job.
alissa
August 20th, 2010
12:33 pm
I was really surprised to see the wart/pimple on her chin. She has a very pretty smile, though!
WOW
August 20th, 2010
12:39 pm
@Kevin, it wasn’t that she called these people Geeks. It’s that she kept re enforcing it. NOT good, since those are the people that listen to her…. or did….
Christine
August 20th, 2010
12:49 pm
Am I the only one who thinks that Jenn looked like a nervous wreck? I thought she came across as fake and unnatural. And her clapping was really annoying! I couldn’t believe she called the band members “geeks” and that they aired Wendy (which came across sounding as if Jenn said it) talking about sweaty armpits. At least she didn’t get tongue-tied. Or fall. Or get pegged in the face with a beach ball. On the positive side, loved her dress and her hair looked great! Her eyes didn’t look squinty like they usually do. And she does have a nice smile!
Johnny
August 20th, 2010
12:54 pm
Jenn Ho-be sucks!
Amanda e
August 20th, 2010
12:58 pm
Christine, she did seem more nervous than I thought she’d be. She was trying to speak very formally & properly, enunciating each word – which is understandable. However, I think she was coached (or was smart enough to think of it herself) to not be like Shannon & Jayde, who shamelessly gushed & flirted with Regis. Now, that was uncomfortable! Wish she’d worn cropped, funky pants or something fun! The assistants did fix her bra strap after the first segment. She must be on cloud 9. Good job, Jenn.
Former Band Geek
August 20th, 2010
1:01 pm
I thought Jenn did a great job. I am a former, self-proclaimed band geek and knew the minute she said it people would harp on it.
Let it go.
It is an honor to be a geek, nerd, or dork. That means we are smart, funny, and cute!!! At least I’m not a jock. Ick
Geat job, Jenn. I hope there are many more opportunities in your future.
Carol
August 20th, 2010
1:22 pm
I think what she said was “There was the geeky band director”. Don’t make it into more than it really is!
I think you did a Great job Jenn!!!
Amanda
August 20th, 2010
1:29 pm
@Carol “and these geeky band students … ” As Melissa Carter says, if it hurts someone, “Just Stop!!!”
Sam
August 20th, 2010
1:30 pm
great job jenn!
Cammi317
August 20th, 2010
1:54 pm
I think everyone is making a bit too much about the “geek” statement. My daughter and her friends proudly refer to themselves as band geeks.
Not an iPhone using 30 something yuppie poser
August 20th, 2010
2:04 pm
I’m not sure what’s funnier. Discussing a retarded person on TV, or blogging about a retarded person on TV. Either way, I am laughing.
Get over it
August 20th, 2010
2:17 pm
She didn’t call the band members geeks, she only referred to the band director.
Steve
August 20th, 2010
2:27 pm
The “geek” comment was probably nerves. If you remember Kelly’s audition. A guest was asking for suggestions on a name for the upcoming birth of their daughter and she suggested “Jemima”.
RocketMama
August 20th, 2010
2:55 pm
I have to say, from meeting Jen at an event, she seems quite shallow & judgmental, but who knows. I DO hope the relationship works out for (Dr.) Grant Rivera – he is a GREAT guy who had a BAD 1st marriage to a cheerleading coach who cheated on him with her H.S. students (documented). Hmmmmm – and she could be Jen Hobby’s twin sister. Scary. I wish him all the best – he is a nice guy, Geeky or NOT!!
Jessamine
August 20th, 2010
2:56 pm
I’m a former band member. We always called ourselves the band geeks. What’s the big deal??
The Squirt Show
August 20th, 2010
3:29 pm
I see The Bert Show interns are again blogging in support of the classless Jenn Hobby.
As a former band geek, I have no problem with the term. But the fact that the soon to be wife of the school’s principal called his kids and one of his employees as such on national television was in VERY poor taste. Would everyone who thinks it wasn’t a big deal also not have a problem if she referred to the Bert’s Big Adventure kids as a bunch of retards? She should be ashamed of herself and should apologize.
cindy
August 20th, 2010
3:36 pm
I love Jenn and thought she did a good job. I think the geek statement was just nerves, and unfortunately now everyone is going to blow it out of proportion. Good job, Jenn! You looked great!
mr hankey
August 20th, 2010
3:36 pm
Dont know what the big deal is about her not going #2 in front of Grant….everyone knows her poo dont stink so whats the big deal?
Atlanta Guy
August 20th, 2010
3:38 pm
It was really disappointing to hear her call not the only the band director “Geeky” but the students as well. Such poor taste that clearly shows how she feels about those people. Within the first five minutes of what should have been an incredible experience, she blew it all away. And at that point, I turned the station. There will no doubt be a lot of PR-spin put to this on Monday’s radio show that she is a part of. But the damage, unfortunately, was done by 9:05 this morning. And on top of it all, she hideously embarrassed her future second husband. People from the South are supposed to have much better manners and taste.
Spork Lover
August 20th, 2010
3:38 pm
Rotney,
Why you wear dat dum looking hat?
Matt Chernoff
August 20th, 2010
3:44 pm
I thought she was pathetic!
Chuck Oliver
August 20th, 2010
3:45 pm
Em, me too!
the geeky band director
August 20th, 2010
3:46 pm
Thanks for dissing my appearance on national television. Very classy, Jenn.
Ashley
August 20th, 2010
4:17 pm
@The Squirt Show ” Would everyone who thinks it wasn’t a big deal also not have a problem if she referred to the Bert’s Big Adventure kids as a bunch of retards?”
That is so NOT the same thing.
freeks and geeks
August 20th, 2010
4:19 pm
it’s ok to call her a dumb blonde and airhead, but she calls the band director (not the entire band) a geek and panties get ruffled.
get over it.
Jen blows
August 20th, 2010
4:19 pm
Hobby blows, as does that horrid morning show that she’s on. They should go the way of 95.5 and just disappear.
As for her sub on Regis — awful!
What?
August 20th, 2010
4:25 pm
C’mon people, she didn’t mean it literally, she was telling a story of how she first laid eyes on her fiance. I am pretty critical, but even I didn’t see the harm in her story, it was cute and people need comprehension skills, because it was all in context and not meant to hurt.
As far as how long she has known her fi, who cares? Good for her! She found love again and wants to get married, big deal! If she were in her 20’s I would raise a brow, but she has been there, done that and won’t make the same mistakes again.
You people are harsh, and leave Wendy alone, what does she have to do with this?
Really?
August 20th, 2010
4:54 pm
I thought she got some help from Barneys Co-Op on her wardrobe. But that blue dress looked like something from the sale rack at a Charlotte Russe or Dillard’s. Jenn, please make a run through Bergdorf Goodman while you’re in NYC and get some real wardrobe pieces. Even that Jessica Dauler would know better…and I’ve seen what she’ll put on.
Bando
August 20th, 2010
5:10 pm
Regardless of whether or not it is appropriate to call kids in band geeks, the fact that she would make that kind of reference about educators and students when she is marrying an educator should scare the heck out of her fiancé. She is classless and has proven to America that she has no grace under pressure. Hopefully this will end any TV career and with a little luck we won’t have to listen to her endless droning on the radio. Good-bye Jenn.
Highlander
August 20th, 2010
5:11 pm
On another note. with Larry King retiring, does that leave Regis as the oldest living fossil on TV?
Really?
August 20th, 2010
5:13 pm
Bando, I second your comment. The poor choice in blue dress was just the finishing touch on a terrible representation of herself, that radio show and our city.
Big D
August 20th, 2010
5:16 pm
Wendy may be the dumbest human being on earth.
alissa
August 20th, 2010
5:19 pm
Verbatim: “Their little geeky band members came in, and then their geeky band director came in, and then … ” Funny: her elbows don’t leave that black belt! Anyway, I’m sure she was a very popular cheerleader in high school and she just can’t relate to the kids in the band. “Geeky” does not have a positive connotation, no matter how you spin it! Otherwise, hope she had fun.
Disappointed
August 20th, 2010
5:29 pm
Calling children geeky can be hurtful, especially if they look-up to you. As an adult and a public figure, I highly recommend taking a few moments to think before you speak, especially in a public forum. I believe an apology is in order.
Shut your pie hole
August 20th, 2010
5:45 pm
For everyone who is crying a river over the geek statement. GET OVER IT. Jenn Hobby, the true test to when you finally start making it is when the haters come out the woodwork. Baby, look like you are making it. Let losers hate while you make it happen in your life. Congrats on a opportunity that nobody on this board will ever get. Haters are like slinkys, not good for anything, but you laugh when you push them down the steps. I approve of this message.
Taylor
August 20th, 2010
5:59 pm
Oh my gosh…you dont step on the people on the way up because you see them on the way down. She called a band and band director (that represented Georgia) GEEKS. She overlooked the truly great thing that day when they interviewed some of the band students and band director. She was only looking out for herself. Well at least she has found someone because it sounded like she just wants to get married to anyone. You dont call high school band students and the band director geeks. Many students listen to Q100 and really respect these people. How can you hurt them by doing this. I respected Jen Hobby until this happened. She could have said something really good about that band, but lets just call them geeks and then get to the REAL story. How is your fiance principal suppose to even face the band at his own school now. She owes everyone an apology for that comment. However, I think she said what she really felt….she felt that the band coming into the studio that day was a waste and they were just a bunch of geeks. 105.7 here I come!!
A Concerned Parent
August 20th, 2010
6:46 pm
I am very concerned with the connection between the CHS Principal and Jenn Hobby especially after the comments made today. Is Grant really ready for this and to lose all control. How many hoops will you have to jump through…so Grant when are you moving wherever this girl wants? I am concerned with the students at CHS and her influence over you and OUR students.
S Clear
August 20th, 2010
6:58 pm
Jenn was so great… Such a natural..
Why us?
August 20th, 2010
6:59 pm
Why is it that anything that goes wrong seems to happen in Atlanta? Do I remember that same discussin on Q100 and the Bert Show many times? We always get national attention for something stupid in Atlanta…now that something stupid is Jenn Hobby’s comment. I guess you have to be “In a Band” like her ex husband to be cool….you CANT be in THE band, thats just geeky. I cannot believe anyone would say that it was okay to call high school students “Geeks.” Indulge me for a minute…Bert Show 7:00 in the morning…a caller calls and says that her son is in the band and was called a “geek” by a teacher WWJHS(WHAT WOULD JENN HOBBY SAY ABOUT THIS). Also, what would Jenn Hobby say if this happened to another radio or TV personality? I think she answers this every morning by stating her opinion on every subject under the sun. Jenn, so is the engagement still on or does your fiance care more about his students? Maybe you can report on yourself next week in the celebrity gossip. On the other hand, maybe WENDY will be reporting it in your place.
kim lively
August 20th, 2010
7:01 pm
Not a great showing from her. She looked too nervous and her geek comment was awkward. Hopefully that’s her last tv performance. Not impressed with the dress at all – looked like a Dress Barn markdown!
Wuss Hater
August 20th, 2010
7:07 pm
“Wah Wah Wah! Jenn Hobby called me a geek! My feelings are so hurt! I’m such a wuss! Where’s my mommy? I’m hurt! Wah!” That’s pretty much what you haters sound like. Pathetic.
SpartanBandGeek
August 20th, 2010
7:08 pm
she did call band members geeks….some of you need to watch it again. Dr. Rivera has got our back though…he is too good for her anyway. I guess the people who said she did good were never in band or have never been called names in high school. must be some of Jenns Friends. IDK :/
Really?
August 20th, 2010
7:11 pm
Wuss Hater equals Q100 intern
RadioGaGa
August 20th, 2010
7:17 pm
Thank goodness it was Jenn who got the gig and not that Star 94 Cindy with the grating voice. That didn’t stop her from lobbying for the gig day after day. As for Jenn, you go, girl!
Ex-listener
August 20th, 2010
7:29 pm
At least Cindy and Ray talk about relevant stuff and call themselves out if they mess up. I am so tired of the “holier than thou” Q100 and Jenn Hobby. All she did was talk about this day after day after day. All Jenn did was giggle and clap. Also, where did she get that dress from…the Goodwill Outlet? It sounds like Jenn and this new guy are made for each other. I guess we will have to see who ends up being #1 in the relationship. Hey, Melissa is learning the trombone for parade next year. Maybe Jenn could play the triangle. Okay, so Jenn, are you going to tear up on Monday about the whole situation? I know it will take a lot of acting, but you will be able to do it.
Fall Preview
August 20th, 2010
7:41 pm
Fall preview- Jenn Hobby joins the Real Housewives of Atlanta…Bert thanks Jenn for a successful ploy to get more publicity for Q100 by saying something controversial. Jenn begs fiance to run for Governor so she can have a bigger house. Coming Soon-Check your local listings.
Rodney sucks
August 20th, 2010
8:16 pm
Rodney. Must you always take below the belt jabs? While you may have a following and readers, don’t forget Jenn owns a mic 5 mornings a week… Here’s hoping she returns the favor and makes some disparaging comments about your personal life.
a lady who was taught well by my mom
August 20th, 2010
10:33 pm
Reading all the nasty posts from people who would hate to have their own life held under a microscope.
I am reminded by two things I have heard in my lifetime..that always resonant true.. My gracious and well mannered Mother taught me if you can’t say something nice…don’t say anything at all…and in the words of Rev. Run : Don’t hate, appreciate!
Blondebimbo
August 20th, 2010
11:05 pm
Wow! What a disappointment. This shallow gal was a poor choice for a national tv show. Stay local and stay classy Jenn!
A Geek
August 21st, 2010
5:13 am
I’m geeky and I was in the band and in our full uniform, yeah you feel geeky. But hey I get to miss the last couple of periods of school for a pep rally. Missed a few extra days on band trips. Marched in ticker tape parades and Mardi Gras. If that’s being geeky, Hey I was geeky. LOL Even though I don’t listen to them much anymore, congrats to Jenn for winning. Are the people being mean just to be mean or are they just jealous? Talking about her doesn’t make you look smell so rosy either.
B E Nice
August 21st, 2010
5:55 am
What a bunch of haters some of you are. I admire anyone who has the courage to put herself up for ridicule from some of you….Get a life…….Hope this gig opens up new horizons for you Jenn
Knows the Truth
August 21st, 2010
6:19 am
Rocket Mama,
You have no idea what you are saying concerning Mr. Rivera’s ex-wife. She NEVER cheated on him with her H.S. students! You say it is “documented.” That is boldface lie! Do not make comments about things of which you have no knowledge or “documents.” Sometimes marriages just don’t work out.
Yep!
August 21st, 2010
6:22 am
When did Jenn start saying “Yep!” Haha. Anyway, Rodney, your synopsis was neutral and just fine! Not only being called geeky, but these high school band members were called “little” … as though in elementary school. Oh, well. Regis should do a better job of listening. She had to tell him 3x that she had been at TBS for eight years. I thought it was a little awkward when Regis abruptly shifted to that book he was promoting.
bubba
August 21st, 2010
8:13 am
Bubble headed bleached blonde came on at 9, talked about band geeks with a gleam in her eye -
Ain't that the Truth, Ruth
August 21st, 2010
9:09 am
Can we get rid of the word, “foodie,” finally? A self-described foodie?? Don’t 99% of people like food? It is not noteworthy.
Ain't that the Truth, Ruth
August 21st, 2010
9:11 am
And yes, I too felt surprised and saddened when she called those kids “geeks.”
Teacher
August 21st, 2010
9:39 am
As a teacher, I am very disappointed by Ms. Hobby’s comments. Among the biggest issues that educators are facing, is the issue of bullying. States have adopted anti-bullying legislation and millions of dollars have been spent trying to curb bullying. In it’s extreme form, bullying has led to childhood murder and suicide. It all starts with name calling. I wish Ms. Hobby could spend a few days in my world. Her name-calling, however innocent, sets us back. Kids listen and look up to personalities and celebrities. I know that my students listen to Q100. If Ms. Hobby ever becomes a parent, I hope that her attitude and flip comments change. Also, I know Grant Rivera…he should be embarrassed but I’m afraid that he is actually more shallow than his fiancé. They are both embarrassing themselves and apparently don’t know it.
Blondebimbo
August 21st, 2010
10:03 am
I don’t think we are haters just because we called Jenn out on her “geeky” comment. This is a grown woman soon to be married to a principal, she is not a teenager. Flip comments like that show a person’s true colors. Regis looked pretty uncomfortable too.
Amy
August 21st, 2010
11:55 am
OKay 1st, I am a former band member, and I have many times described myself as a former band geek, as did most of the band members. So, if you were offended by that comment, get a backbone. Second, no one said anyone HAD to watch the show, so if you don’t like Jenn Hobby, then why did you watch it? Third, how many times have you been on national TV with millions watching you? She did a FANTASTIC job and represented Atlanta very well.
As for the Bert Show, once again, if you don’t like the cast members, DON’T LISTEN TO THE SHOW. I think they do a great job in the morning, and I listen every morning.
So if you are going to whine on here, don’t bother posting your comment. No one wants to read it.
Firstresponder
August 21st, 2010
1:07 pm
Amy, get a life, or, rent one. And while your at it brush up on the first amendment. You write like you are a Bert Show fan: simplistic (look it up).
alissa
August 21st, 2010
1:23 pm
Amy = Jeff Dauler! He loves to write “don’t listen to the show” instead of taking constructive criticism!
scott g
August 21st, 2010
9:34 pm
Some brutal folks commenting on here. Down right mean commenting on her appearance and her complexion, and her relationship. Wow im amazed how cruel you guys can be. Lets see how you guys do hosting on national tv. I was also in band and it didnt offend me at all. If you dont like her you dont have to watch her when she’s on tv or listen to the Bert show. Think about if it were you being judged, and try to be nice. Jenn did a great job and looked beautiful.
Atlanta
August 22nd, 2010
1:38 am
Scott G.: We did not apply for the job or campaign relentlessly to get people to vote us onto a national show. Nobody is saying they could’ve done a better job. If you choose a public career, you will be scrutinized…which is why many of us opt to not be a public figure. If listeners enjoy Bert, Jeff, and Melissa, we understand that we just have to put up with Wendy’s amazingly ignorant comments. (She’s an embarrassment to 20-somethings.) That little sausage needs to hush, if even for only a few minutes, to give us relief. Do you have any idea why this is called a “blog?” If it bothers you so much, don’t log into it. Now, go back to taping “Save That!” clips.
Willie Sue
August 22nd, 2010
6:52 am
Oh, come on. Why in the world get upset over that. It’s a shame that people are so darned sensitive. There are more important things in this world to get upset over. I have a daughter that could be called a “computer geek.” I don’t think that would offend her.
scott g
August 22nd, 2010
7:46 am
Atlanta, Just because jenn wanted to do the Regis gig doesnt mean it welcomes hateful comments. Yes it’s a blog and thats why I put my comment up, but not all the comments on here are mean spirited. When I read some of the comments I was shocked and thought thats going a little to far. Its one thing to say that you feel she didnt do a good job, but the comments talking about a wart on her face and a break out was just mean. Then there’s the one’s making comments about her relationship with Grant. Do you not have more important things to do instead of tearing someone down. I hope that if Jenn reads these she knows that most of the people support her and that she has thick skin for the haters…
Decie W. Hackett
August 22nd, 2010
8:33 am
I AM JENN.S GRANDMOTHER AND I COULD NOT BE PROUDER OF THE JOB SHE DID WITH REGIS. I HAVE READ THE NEGATIVE COMMENTS IN REGARD TO THE WORD “GEEK’. THIS WAS NOT USED IN MY DAY SO I DONT KNOW IF IT IS A DEROGATORY TERM OR NOT. I DO KNOW JENN WOULD NOT DELIBERATELY HURT ANYONE IN ANY WAY.AS FOR HER DRESS, I FELT IT WAS APPROPRIATE AND IN GOOD TASTE. LET THE NAYSAYERS TAKE A HIKE
Patty
August 22nd, 2010
8:56 am
I thought both Jenn and Grant did a very good job. The geek comment was just a slip because she was nervous and who wouldn’t be nervous on National TV. Give her a break. I suspect she will apologize for the slip on Monday and all the band kids will be just fine. She has done so much for them by helping to raise all that money for them to travel to DC to march in the inaugaration – I would hate to think the kids or their band director would hold a grudge.
Teacher' Pet
August 22nd, 2010
9:30 am
I agree with the teacher. They are the ones who have to deal with the fallout from idiots like Jenn Hobby. Maybe all the geeks should come up with a name for Jenn? That would just be fun.
jarvis
August 22nd, 2010
9:37 am
I love the blog moral police.
“That comment went too far.”
Amanda
August 22nd, 2010
12:59 pm
Being called a “geek” is not as bad as “little, geeky” (band members) and “geeky” band director. Just a nuance. She looked like she was having fun on the show. Good for her.
Ashley
August 22nd, 2010
1:09 pm
Naysayers: it’s just so easy for you to say whatever hurtful things you want on here to Jenn because she made one minuscule mistake because of nerves. (Haven’t we all?) First we have the person pretending to be Ryan Newell, bringing up her past divorce. Next, we have people speculating about the kind of relationship she has with Grant Rivera and proclaiming to “know” that she’s not good enough for him. Then there’s the shallow people who want to hate on her because of her choice of dress, the wart on her face, her hand gestures, her small eyes, etc.
Seriously? You call Jenn Hobby shallow. Yet all of these comments prove that you are the shallow, petty, and pathetic ones. I love how most of you couldn’t even put up your real names to own up to your hateful comments. Keep hiding behind your computer screens and throwing stones, little sheep. You’ll never learn.
Stephanie
August 22nd, 2010
2:10 pm
I understand that a lot of pressure was on her since she was on national TV, but I think all of us (including Regis) got that uncomfortable feeling when Jenn said those comments. I think she was trying to get a laugh from the audience, and unfortunately, it was at the expense of students and a band director. I thought it was very immature. I’m interested to hear what she has to say on Monday.
Jeff2
August 22nd, 2010
2:20 pm
Stephanie, she’ll say this:
“I like really don’t think of the word “geeky” (she’ll say geeks – less offensive) in a bad way at all or whatever! I heard from several band members, and they weren’t at all offended or whatever, you know what I mean? I even like talked to the band director, and he was like fine with it.”
Insider
August 22nd, 2010
2:52 pm
How much do you want to bet that the band director or the school has already been contacted by the station, or Jenn, or her principal fiancé, in an effort to do damage control. Of course they’ll play it down as a nothing comment, and of course they will say they “heard” from the band director and he (she?) is cool with it. Jenn will be Miss Wonderful again. And soon she will have her new husband, Mr. Hobby to dote over her and pick up the dogs and cats she hits with her car. Airhead. BTW, who thinks Jenn’s grandma really blogged? Were the capital letters supposed to convince us? Please. Onto Bert’s movie role: The Nose in 3D.
kacey
August 22nd, 2010
8:05 pm
I am over this. I am Jenn’s cousin. Do you have nothing better to do than then make nasty comments? If you do not know Jenn personally then you should not be saying anything about her. You know nothing about her or what really goes on in her personal life. How dare you say that nasty comment about hitting animals. You can sit back and speculate on what you think you know and make nasty comments about her dress and how she looks but it only makes you look petty. jenn is not a malicious person, her geeky comment was not meant to hurt anyone….. get over it! and yes, that REALLY was OUR grandmother who blogged. We have a great, tight- knit family who supports each other! We hope that you are that lucky!
The Real Issue
August 22nd, 2010
9:10 pm
We are all missing the real issue. Jenn is marrying a high school principal. Every morning students at this school listen as Jenn talks about her and the fiance’s life ( no matter what the subject matter is). Students hear the life of their principal being paraded around the airwaves each morning. I am not bashing anyone, just stating the facts. Aren’t we suppose to keep our personal lives PERSONAL. It might have been different if the principal had not been sitting in the audience. However, he was there and he was proud. I am not harping on the one incident. I am concerned about the whole picture. How effective can you be as a principal if your personal life is open for everyone to see. Isn’t that why most people have their Facebook information locked to the outside world? Either you want to be a big time “newsmaker” with your fiance or you want to concentrate on the future decision makers of this world…our students.
Disappointed
August 22nd, 2010
9:35 pm
In total agreement with the above “real issue” post. If I were a parent of a student that attends the school mentioned, I would be concerned. Ms. Hobby should be aware of the importance of a principal’s image to the community. I don’t know the principal but I’m sure he is careful how he lives his life and how he presents himself. They both should think long and hard about future public appearances together, as his career will be the one to implode, not hers.
hello
August 22nd, 2010
10:05 pm
Another one of the radio co-hosts on Live! wouldn’t disclose anything about her boyfriend. Melissa Carter (very wisely) uses a fake name for her girlfriend. Why did Hobby want to use Grant’s real name and his school on TBS? Especially when she’s been talking about sleeping with him, that he spends every night at her place because her neighborhood is “hip” and his is not, etc.
Her point about little geeky band members and the geeky band director was: “And THEN, the principal walked in, and I said, ‘Hello! How are YOU?!!!” Clearly, she was contrasting geeky (usually socially inept and below average in attractiveness) with the ultra-cool and handsome principal.
Anyway, I agree that it’s unfortunate that his students & their parents are listening to very intimate details about their principal, including his snarky, sarcastic “Not your most admirable quality” comment to Jenn’s friend and how his romantic proposal wasn’t that great because Jenn admitted that she was pouty and mad about having to go to a museum (for HIS job that day).
I feel bad that her grandmother is reading this blog, but who in the family even told her to come to this site? . .
hello
August 22nd, 2010
10:29 pm
PS I enjoy listening to Jenn on the radio, along with Melissa, Jeff, and Bert. Just wondering about the Grant thing.
james
August 22nd, 2010
11:52 pm
Regis mentioned cougars, and Jenn asked what that is. Hayden listed actors in the movie, clearly avoiding naming Chris Brown but Jenn said with excitement and a big smile, “And Chris Brown TOO, right?” (Chris doesn’t have a lot of marquee value nowadays.) When Regis mentioned it was 4:15 in Hawaii, Jenn asked, “In the MORNING?” Big sigh.
Amy
August 23rd, 2010
8:47 am
@Firstresponder – you are absolutely right. I am a Bert Show Fan and proud of it. However, the people posting negative comments on here are just looking to start something and the rest of us here don’t want to read it. No one was holding a gun to your head that made you watch Regis on Friday, or makes you listen to the Bert Show. So I will say it again. If you don’t like the Bert Show, then flip the station.
Give me a break
August 23rd, 2010
11:01 am
I thought she was nervous but still did a good job considering. I am 24 and thought her dress was amazing, if she wore some hoochie get-up you would be complaing about that too. Last but not least I was in orchestra (worst than band) and her geek comment did not phase me a bit. Great Job Jenn and I love the Bert Show!!!
yankee girl
August 23rd, 2010
12:51 pm
She did a fair job, not great, however listening to her this morning made me ill. She literally said “I knew then, that I had the studio audience eating out of my hand”. Jenn, you are full of yourself, and Kelly Ripa has nothing to worry about with you, not now, not ever.
james
August 23rd, 2010
1:01 pm
@Give me a break: Who suggested that she wear a hoochie get-up? The suggestion was something fun and interesting. All 4 wore conservative dresses. Jayde Donovan and Shannon Murphy have knock-out figures!
Bert Show Fan
August 23rd, 2010
1:33 pm
I love The Bert Show and thought Jenn looked great and did a great job. The geek slip was a little cringe worthy, but I knew she would address it and apologize on Monday. My only critique of her was that she she have looked at the camera more, that it. But for your first time on National TV, I think she nailed it.
However, I do sometimes agree with the people who are saying she should not discuss so much about her fiance, especially the sleeping over and the being snide to her friends. His students put him on a pedestal and thats where he needs to be if he is in charge of a bunch of high school students. Just maybe something for Jenn to think about it.
BUT GREAT JOB JENN!!!!!!!
IS IT ME
August 24th, 2010
8:47 am
or does no one like Wendy? Heard her talkin about how she hung out with a boy over the weekend and didn’t want to be a psycho and text him to much. Really Wendy?
Christine
August 24th, 2010
2:29 pm
I missed out on the end of the “Jenn Hobby on-air You’re So Wonderful and did and AMAZNIG Job on TV” segment yesterday and am wondering if the “geeky” thing was ever addressed and how did she talk her way out of that? Did she actually EVER apologize?
Too bad everyone wasn’t a cutsie little popular rah-rah in school like Jenn. If they were, she’d have no one to look down upon and call names even as an adult.
Teacher
August 24th, 2010
2:52 pm
Thank you to the bloggers who have commented on “the real issues.” If teachers are expected to maintain totally privacy on Facebook so that students cannot see any personal information, how is it acceptable for a principal’s private life to be aired on the radio every morning? It is certainly disconcerting that a high school principal’s fiance’ makes derogatory comments to band students and their very hard-working director. It would have been much more positive had she mentioned the band’s representation of Georgia in the inaugural parade. A principal needs to be “focused” on serving as an instructional leader in his or her school- not seeking 15 minutes of fame that only serves to further the negative stereotypes of public schools!
I-675 and I-285
August 25th, 2010
4:58 am
Yes, Christine, Jenn apologized several times, and she sounded very sincere. Truly. As expected, Bert aired callers, all who proclaimed they were not at all offended, and one parent from South Cobb High School proclaimed “Not ONE person from the school took ANY offense to the comments.” Listeners are gearing up for Day 3 of hearing how beautiful Jenn looked, how the choice of dress and accessories were perfect, that Jenn is better than Kelly, what a natural she is, that there was absolutely no room for improvement, etc., etc. Running theme on TBS is that Jenn is going national & won’t be on TBS much longer.
I-675 and I-285
August 25th, 2010
5:51 am
Correction: Day 4
Jerry Brown
August 25th, 2010
5:57 am
Happy Birthday Regis, you are a breath of fresh air to TV each and every day
Anastasia
August 25th, 2010
6:21 am
To “IS IT ME” ~~ no, it’s not just you. Many listeners have posted that they like TBS personalities, EXCEPT for Wendy. She is incredibly annoying with her teen-age voice and dumb comments. However, Hobby has loved Wendy since she was an intern, and Jeff believes that since she works so hard, she should be on the air. Jeff and Wendy are also close personal friends. Making sense why we have to listen to her now?
Discussed
August 25th, 2010
9:29 pm
NO NO NO I-675 and I-285. First of all, that caller was not a parent from South Cobb High School, but a parent from her fiance’ school. She is a cobb county board member and his very close friend and allied, and I am sure that she would be very discussed if somebody called her children “geeky”. It seems that every body is acting very unprofessional and is completely acceptable. I feel sorry for our children.
Steph Wright
August 26th, 2010
9:04 pm
I find Jenn very annoying. She comes across as a “holier than thou” type of person. She seems to have a super big ego as well. Can’t believe a stylist picked that dress for her – UGH!
Flame Thrower
August 27th, 2010
10:28 pm
The caller was a school board member who is infatuated with Rivera, jenn’s fiancé(in case you missed one of the thousand times she said it on air. Apparently the school board is starting to become annoyed with Rivera. Let’s hope Jenn makes it to the big time because her fiancé is headed toward unemployment, ironically, because of her. Nice job Jenn! BTW, Dr. Rivera, the wagons are circling! Better dust off the old resume. Rumor has it that your superiors are none too happy with you.
yankee girl
August 29th, 2010
12:09 am
Do you think they would let any negative callers be aired, get real. Seriously “Queen Jenn” is average at best, let us all move on. To Principal Grant, be careful. she will use you in a heartbeat to get what she wants.
Susan
August 31st, 2010
12:45 am
Jenn’s comments were more revealing than anything. How could she not be thinking about Grant and what would happen to him if she called his kids geeks? Plus, what is up with her being on television talking about the news? I thought Jenn was the entertainment person and Melissa Carter is the news director. I thought Melissa used to work at CNN. Is Jenn openly trying to take Melissa’s job? I think Melissa is the only intellectual voice on FM morning radio.
ugg
August 31st, 2010
10:08 pm
I liked the way she involvedchi flat irons everything together