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17 minutes ago, TVNewsLover said:

Anderson would have no problem handling lighter fare. He has filled in numerous times on Live with Kelly and Mark/Ryan, and he also hosts CNN New Year’s Eve coverage with Andy Cohen. If you’ve seen either of these programs, most or all of these programs tend to be lighter fair. 

 

Remember, he was never an option for all the attempts CNN made for a morning show.  

 

NBC first step is what do they want at 7 and 10.  Stability vs. shake up.  That will drive decision making.  Because of the whole Matt Lauer mess, stability was key and why they expanded Hoda's role.  I doubt one person will be moved to both hours.  NBC also has a strong bench, and that helps.   

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24 minutes ago, MediaZone4K said:

Al is an institution like Willard Scott. I hope he stays forever. 

 

It seems like appears both Savannah and Tom Llamas are being groomed for the role. 

Me too. He looks pretty healthy (more than ever)  and could be there for a long time. 

 

I remember watching the show as early as the spring of 2010 and thinking that they were (or seemed to be) grooming Savannah for a future role. By the time Meredith announced her departure in 2011, I think it was pretty clear she was the next in line after Ann, even though Natalie Morales had been there since 2005 and in an official role since 2006 and had been the primary fill-in for Ann and for Meredith usually when Ann was not there  (and Amy Robach on weekends TODAY  being another fill in on the weekday show from around 2007) it seemed like they were putting their money on Savannah as the future as early as late 2010.   They gave Ann the job simply because they felt they had to, as she had been a loyal employee for 14 years as the news anchor and had filled in countless times and so had earned her dues, being the main fill for Katie and Meredith also, how it may have looked if they passed Ann over again and to keep Ann happy for the moment anyway.   

 

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As we discuss the big free agent talent out there it’s probably wise to consider the state of broadcast media right now. I’d like an outside splashy hire but networks likely aren’t paying that kind of money on a roll of dice hire like they used to especially when there’s proven talent already in the building. I guess I also just don’t see an appetite being there for personalities who are not currently working because of ratings woes.

 

Meredith was a moderator on the #1 daytime talk show when NBC snagged her. Norah was a prominent correspondent of the most watched network when CBS snagged her. Soledad O’Brien was weekend host of the most watched morning show when CNN took her. Just feels like those type of hires are of the past. Craig, Lauren, Peter Alexander, etc are all more than capable as any of the names mentioned and are already on the payroll.

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And don't forget that hiring capable lesser-knowns has typically been Today's method. Whether it's dipping into the local pool like Pauley, Brokaw or Lauer, or building up correspondents like Couric or Guthrie, only rarely have they made splash hires like Meredith.

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33 minutes ago, TVNewsJunkie15 said:

Me too. He looks pretty healthy (more than ever)  and could be there for a long time. 

 

I remember watching the show as early as the spring of 2010 and thinking that they were (or seemed to be) grooming Savannah for a future role. By the time Meredith announced her departure in 2011, I think it was pretty clear she was the next in line after Ann, even though Natalie Morales had been there since 2005 and in an official role since 2006 and had been the primary fill-in for Ann and for Meredith usually when Ann was not there  (and Amy Robach on weekends TODAY  being another fill in on the weekday show from around 2007) it seemed like they were putting their money on Savannah as the future as early as late 2010.   They gave Ann the job simply because they felt they had to, as she had been a loyal employee for 14 years as the news anchor and had filled in countless times and so had earned her dues, being the main fill for Katie and Meredith also, how it may have looked if they passed Ann over again and to keep Ann happy for the moment anyway.   

 

I can't believe that debacle was 12 years ago already! It was odd that they didn't choose Natalie after Ann.

 

I love Ann, but she is more so suited for serious news. I enjoyed seeing her fill on on Nightly News in her later years. A lot of the light hosting duties, and her chemistry with Matt, didn't flow as easy as Katie and Meredith. Nonetheless she was better than Savannah and did not deserve what happened to her.

 

Moreover, how much of the decline was really Ann's fault? George/Robin/Lara/Josh/Sam were a really strong GMA team at the time. Ann's ouster ended up being in vain because Today is still number #2, and NBC got a ton of bad press.

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On 9/30/2024 at 3:27 PM, MediaZone4K said:

Moreover, how much of the decline was really Ann's fault? George/Robin/Lara/Josh/Sam were a really strong GMA team at the time. Ann's ouster ended up being in vain because Today is still number #2, and NBC got a ton of bad press.

 

Don't forget about all the interviews defending Lauer at the time. Those were appalling to read.

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On 9/30/2024 at 4:47 PM, MorningNews said:

As we discuss the big free agent talent out there it’s probably wise to consider the state of broadcast media right now. I’d like an outside splashy hire but networks likely aren’t paying that kind of money on a roll of dice hire like they used to especially when there’s proven talent already in the building. I guess I also just don’t see an appetite being there for personalities who are not currently working because of ratings woes.

 

Meredith was a moderator on the #1 daytime talk show when NBC snagged her. Norah was a prominent correspondent of the most watched network when CBS snagged her. Soledad O’Brien was weekend host of the most watched morning show when CNN took her. Just feels like those type of hires are of the past. Craig, Lauren, Peter Alexander, etc are all more than capable as any of the names mentioned and are already on the payroll.

 

What also needs to be considered is ratings. All three morning shows are relatively close in both total viewers and demo. And are, on average, separated by a couple of thousands viewers. With linear tv being what it is, would bringing in an outsider really move the needle? With Kotb leaving, do you also consider moving Guthrie to a new role as well and start fresh? Or do you keep it simple and just promote Craig?  

 

Again, with ratings being as tight as they are, the risks couldn't be higher. I don't envy the decision-makers at NBC.

 

 

 

 

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On 10/4/2024 at 2:20 PM, Jase said:

With Kotb leaving, do you also consider moving Guthrie to a new role as well and start fresh?

If they were to start fresh, the perfect pairing would be Tom Llamas and Hallie Jackson. They have already displayed great and unforced chemistry during election and convention coverage (see spin room from the Rep debate hosted by NBC)

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Hoda is "Opening up" to PageSix on who she wants to replace her on Today... Ultimately a bunch of non-answers to who it's actually going to be.

 

“Look, you get to sit next to Savannah Guthrie … here’s what you’re going to do: You’re going to ride sidecar and say ‘Thank you very much,’ OK?”

 

https://pagesix.com/2024/10/29/entertainment/hoda-kotb-weighs-in-on-who-she-wants-to-replace-her-on-today/

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1 hour ago, MorningNews said:

Her answer is also weird but I’m probably missing the context. 

This was a clickbait article by the Murdoch owned paper.  Nothing newsy about it.  So yes, the co-anchor needs to have chemistry with the existing anchor.  That's not new.

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