Regis ruined it [Archive] - TVTalkShows.com

<lisac>

05-21-2002, 09:54 AM

In all fairness to Regis the whole discussion was terrible, what little there was. I mean, one of the only questions Kelly asked the "roundtable" group of 4 (!) was "what would somebody have to do to kill you" and Finola Hughes says "take away my clothing allowance"??? This was a book discussion? Regis shouldn't have even been there. He didn't want to be a part of the book chat, and I don't think wanted to be a part of the discussion. I blame it all on Gelman.

<Lola>

05-21-2002, 09:59 AM

Well of course you do, you would never blame Regis even though it was obviously his fault and noone elses. No one put a gun to his head and told him to be rude and disrespectful.

But I guess in your own little world you see things differently...must be WEIRD, ROFL!!!!!!

Regis sure is catching hell, oops heck over on the board. I wonder what Gelman will say when he reads it. Since it is his fault and all, <rolling eyes>

<RnKnS>

05-21-2002, 10:03 AM

Oh, this sounds good! Can't wait to see my tape. Did I NOT POST ON THIS VERY BOARD last week that I hope Regis doesn't cut up too much????? And then he goes and does just that?? When will that man learn?????

Finola Hughes? FINOLA HUGHES? C'mon, don't tell me the other panelists were Dixie, J.R. and Stewart? I thought this was supposed to be viewers???? Please tell me they included at least one woman off the street!!

05-21-2002, 10:04 AM

I couldn't believe how Regis acted about the guy in the John Deere hat. It's so sad that these stars can't seem to realize that the ordinary guy helped them get where they are. If it wasn't for guys who wear John Deere hats and the like buying tickets, merchandise, etc. People like Reigs couldn't afford their penthouses and vacation homes, and cruises. What a snob!

<Lola>

05-21-2002, 10:08 AM

Well said Destiny, I totally agree. Regis is only concerned with the "big stars" now. He can't be bothered by the everyday Joe.

Isn't that sad? At least Kelly is down to earth. I think thats why so many people like her, because they can relate.

Poor Regis, someone needs to knock some sense into him. This has been going on for months, a comment here and there knocking everyday people and putting himself on a pedestal.

OH GAWD!!!!!!!!! Wise up, Regis!!!

<MG>

05-21-2002, 10:10 AM

Yes,I saw that look,the same one the Kelly gave him when she brought that penguin in from Michael's school and Regis acted the same way.He didn't take either serious and didn't even try to pretend.
I think that is why she has said at times that he reminds her of her son,cause he acted like an uncontrollable 4 year old today that seemed to have no concept of the fact that an idea that has just been launched and is pretty hot he could have sabotaged because we all put out 20 bucks at their recomendation and were pumped and he threw cold water on the how thing.I ,for one will not keep reading if this is the way it is going to go.I am going to get the next book,then we will see after that.

<lisac>

05-21-2002, 10:11 AM

RnKnS--yes, they included one woman off the street! One! lol

<MG>

05-21-2002, 10:12 AM

That is"whole thing"...

05-21-2002, 10:18 AM

Not everyone can drop everything and be on a show in New York City at the last minute. Some of us have to work. Otherwise, I would have loved to be there and my mom too. I gave her the book and she loved it too!

<PK>

05-21-2002, 10:20 AM

They were also planning on taking questions from the audience (One lady was recognized from the audience and asked a question.), and the book club message board. Ran out of time. THAT I blame Gelman for.

The discussion should have run the 2 segments originally alloted, and Howie bumped.

PK

05-21-2002, 10:22 AM

I think Regis was trying to be like Larry King or Crossfire. Unfortunately, it backfired on him.
He did ruin the chat. It was Kelly's club, and should have been Kelly's chat.
Did you notice that once he found out that the guy in the John Deere hat was the husband of Bernadette Peters, all was well. Is that to say that if it was just John Doe, he would have continued on his way?
Lately, he has agitated me a little. Sandy

<MG>

05-21-2002, 10:24 AM

PK,as I was watching and they went to commercial with 19 minutes left on the show and neither Howie or the bookclub had aired yet I thought that they would maybe(hopefully)bump Howie.When They came back and announced Howie I knew it wasn't going to be good for the book club"discussion".I wonder what happened,did they Hillary interview run over?

<lisac>

05-21-2002, 10:26 AM

Regis was imitating John McLaughlin. Very badly, I might add lol

<PK>

05-21-2002, 10:28 AM

I just found this at the Book Club Board... From the Moderator.

PK
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Round-Table Discussion

In response to the overwhelming message board posts, we are currently scheduling a time later tonight when Kate White, author of "If Looks Could Kill", will answer your questions on the message board herself.

**To make this process run smoothly, please submit all questions with a subject line, clearly stating that it is a question for author Kate White.**

We apologize for the shortened segment time for the "Reading with Ripa" round-table discussion. Regis and Kelly were making the best of the situation and we simply ran out of time. We hope that Kate White will be able to answer most of the questions we failed to address on the show, as well as giving our West Coast friends the opportunity to ask questions.

Thanks for everyone's continued cooperation and patience!

<lisac>

05-21-2002, 10:33 AM

I'm picturing the Live studio right now, and Regis sitting in a corner, in a chair, like Dennis the Menace lol

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 11:05 AM

Maybe Gelman included Regis into the conversation thinkning that Kelly wouldn't be able to handle it on her own.

Day Two of why REgis/Live! will not receive an Emmy. lol

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 11:30 AM

Man, those people over there are MAD!
They would take Regis out and tar and feather him if they could!! LOL!

Great Kelly supporters! Saying things like "Kelly should have her own show and dump Regis", "We watch because of Kelly NOT Regis!", etc.

Boy and that look she gave him! I thought she was going to belt him. Couldn't blame her though.

I can't figure out why Regis was involved at all - but you can bet he won't be again. What a jerk.

Run, Kelly, Run!!!

LOL!

Jinh

<Reege>

05-21-2002, 11:34 AM

Vlanj, you think Gelman included Regis because he THOUGHT Kelly couldn't handle it on her own? I don't think so. Kelly never even got a CHANCE to do anything. Regis was just RUDE and obnoxious today, besides the book club segment and the comment about the guy in the John Deere hat, what about when he said "Too bad we don't have a better show today", during host chat (he said he said it because they had important people in the audience), now THAT was an insult to todays guests. He wanted to sabotage the book club discussion right from the beginning of todays show.

05-21-2002, 11:40 AM

I think Regis knew and tried to make up for his silliness, with the sweet answer that he gave when asked what would it take to kill him. Personally, being in a bookclub myself, I think it would be hard to have a deep discussion about a book that even Kelly terms "beachtrash". I was expecting a fun discussion, with lots of joking. On the other hand, it was cut too short,as so often happens on Live. That is the insulting part, both to the readers, and the author. Even Oprah gave her books the full treatment.
Still chuckling about the Dennis the Menace visual. lol

<Lola>

05-21-2002, 11:50 AM

<Day two of why Regis/Live will not win an emmy>

Gee Vlanj, my thoughts exactly!!!

Run...Kelly...Run!!! !!!!

ROFL!!!!

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 11:54 AM

Scoops -

I think everyone was confused about his answer to the "what would it take to kill you" question. At first, I think everyone thought it was a cut (even Regis maybe)! Anyway, had to think twice about it.

Too bad, the whole thing was a nightmare.

Oh, well...

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 12:01 PM

ROFL

Our Reege already received his well deserved Emmy last year, when he was alone.

Scoops, I agree about taking this book club chat seriously. And Regis was just doing what Gelman wanted him to do---too bad the book club people didn't get a real chat. Oh well, maybe they'll learn for next month.

<Lola>

05-21-2002, 12:04 PM

Vlanj, I was joking, I knew exactly what you meant.

Don't you think I know you better than that? LOL

I wonder what they will do for next month? Hopefully it will be planned out a little better, and exclude Regis since he didn't do too well today.

Those people over on the BB sure are mad, I wonder if Gelman read any posts yet?

<Reege>

05-21-2002, 12:11 PM

How come when Regis is rude and obnoxious he is only doing what Gelman wants him to do? But when Kelly does something everyone thinks is wrong, it's totally her fault?

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 12:27 PM

I liked how that woman from "Publisher's Weekly"(?) said that she had watched Fear Factor, and Regis kept going but "you're an important person!" And she said something to the effect: "Well you have to keep up with current culture".

How would he feel if Larry King were kidding someone about watching 'Millionaire' - "What! You actually watch that garbage?" "I can't believe it! YOu're an important person!"

No, he's getting very big for his britches lately.

Jinh

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 12:33 PM

Hmm....Millionaire VS Fear Factor.

IMO there is no comparison.

About the ending of the book. I thought Kelly said during host chat they weren't going to divulge the outcome.....then during their roundtable chat, the guest said that 'Heidi deserved what she got in the end' and then Kelly continued with what sounded like an important part of the book. For those that read the book, was the ending given out by Kelly and the guest?

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 12:55 PM

NO, Vlanj -
Either read the book or stay out of the discussion - K?

Jinh

05-21-2002, 01:19 PM

Hmmmm....Millionaire vs. Fear Factor. Yup, there is no comparison. I'll take Fear Factor any day! LOL At least it keeps your interest, not like watching someone take 20 minutes to answer a question. And don't forget how exciting the first 5 questions always were. I used to like that show at first, but it got old really fast. IMO

<MG>

05-21-2002, 01:38 PM

No Vlanj,nothing was given away by that comment "Heidi got what she deserved"because Heidi is dead throughout the whole book.That is what the book is about....heidi being killed and who done it.The lady that sat in(viewer?)that made the comment didn't give anything past the first chapter away really.

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 01:44 PM

Thanks, MG.

<MG>

05-21-2002, 01:52 PM

You're welcome,Vlanj.*S*

<lisac>

05-21-2002, 01:54 PM

I was thinking more about this--if Gelman thought Regis was behaving badly, why didn't he say to tone it down during the second segment?

I still say this is Gelman's fault--Regis never seemed to want to be a part of it. And I remember Kelly begging him to be part of the discussion group as well. I'll bet she's kicking herself now lol

<RnKnS>

05-21-2002, 02:09 PM

Why was Regis sitting in a chair that made him look eight years old?

I watched the segment and thought Regis was very funny. What a weird question though: "If you were going to be killed, how would someone kill you?"

What's THAT about?

<Lola>

05-21-2002, 02:10 PM

Jinh, I award you line of the day!!!!!!!

OMG, I'm still laughing about that one liner you threw at Vlanj!!!!!

<PK>

05-21-2002, 02:13 PM

Seems to me Regis DID tone it down in the second segment...

Lisac - there is no way in the world it's Gelman's fault that Regis was rude! People are responsible for what comes out of their mouths, no one else is.

He badmouthed the guy in the ball cap, until he found out he was "somebody", he badmouthed the show to impress the "important" people in the audience. That backfired.... (Wonder if he was embarrased as "some" think Kelly was yesterday with Tyne Daly??) Then he tried to hog the spotlight in front of those same "important" people during the book discussion. I'm sure those "important" people came to the show to support Kate White and see the book discussion, not to see her be grilled by a bad McGlaughlin (sp) impersonation.

I must say Kate White kept her cool more than she should have been expected to. It was more than generous of her to return to answer online questions this evening on the message board.

That's the worst Regis behavior since he insulted "Tickle Me Ernie", so much that Sesame Street refused to appear on the show thereafter.

Think he's "Trying Too Hard" and is really ready for another vacation...

05-21-2002, 02:27 PM

I haven't seen today's show, but everyone seems to be really mad about it. Truth be told, I think Regis is a little resentful that Kelly's book club took off so fast. He really didn't do anything to help it out by encouraging people to read the book, or even reading the book himself. He was probably surprised that so many people got involved in the book club, and that Kelly had so much impact in increased sales. What did he do during the discussion? Did he make fun of the book? How was he rude to Kate White? Sorry so many questions, but I missed it!

<Carly>

05-21-2002, 02:33 PM

I have always been a fan of this show and of Regis but today I thought he was acting like a little spoiled brat. His behavior reminded me of when I had a new baby and my 3 year old was jealous. That behavior is only tolerated for so long and then it is out to the woodshed. Yes I said out to the woodshed You see out here in John Deere country that is how we do things. (Figuratively (sp) speaking)I am wondering if Regis is seeing the writing on the wall that he may be a has been.

05-21-2002, 02:37 PM

They should play that segment for Regis so he can see how obnoxious he was being. Hopefully next time when they have the roundtable book club discussion, he will tone it down and let Kelly be in charge. I'm impressed that Kelly doesn't lose her cool when he acts like that. If that was me, I would've told him off. :-)

05-21-2002, 02:42 PM

Regis ruined nothing the whole BOOK CLUB is a JOKE. Dont youa get it. They found something and they ran with it. What makes you think this was a serious thing from the very beginning.

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 02:43 PM

Debbie -
It was really bad. Regis was at the head of the table shouting like, I thought, Howard Cousell'(sp?) - some people are saying John McCaughlin, but I don't know who that is.
Anyway, you get the picture, he kept shouting silly questions at all of the people at the table and they could barely answer.
He really ruined the whole thing for those of us that have read the book and were looking forward to discussing it.
I can't figure out why he was involved in it at all...obviously, he hasn't discussed it with Kelly - as she was asking him if he had even read the book this morning.
I generally like Regis, but today was a prime example of how insensitive he can be.

Jinh

<Keri>

05-21-2002, 02:46 PM

It doesn't matter if it was a joke or not, people went out, bought the book and wanted to discuss it. Regis was rude and there is no excuse for that. If he doesn't want to be a part of the bookclub, then why doesn't he go drink his chocolate soy milk during that segment. I give much respect to Kelly for keeping her cool. If that was me, I would've laid into him. REGIS IS JEALUOS OF KELLY, thats all there is to it. Pattyvic, open up your eyes...I'm hoping that you really aren't as dumb as you sound, but I think you may be.

Good day.

<PK>

05-21-2002, 02:49 PM

pattyvic...

Why don't you go over to the Book Club Board and say that...

I agree it began as a joke, but it took off on it's own - they didn't HAVE to run with it. There are a "whole lot" of disgruntled people over there who wanted to hear a discussion about the book and the author - NOT Regis on a not so funny Rant...

(At least Kelly got to use the "LOOK" on him...)

;0))

PK

05-21-2002, 02:50 PM

First of all Im Not As Dumb as You Seem. Chill out. Regis jealous of Kelly thats the joke of the day, if it wasnt for Regis Kelly wouldnt be there.

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 02:53 PM

Howard Cosell??????????? Oy-vey. lol

Yes, Regis did a fine job imitating John McLaughlin. Gelman went all out to make the segment pretty much like the Mclaughlin Group, beautifully polished
table and all. lol

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 02:59 PM

Maybe Regis should save this segment......maybe next year they'll vote on each host seperately and REgis will get ANOTHER Emmy. lol

Come on, Regis was a good McLaughlin.

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 02:59 PM

As I said Vlanjie -
I've never watched John McLaughlin and I thought he had a little tone of Howard Cosell.
God GAWD, Vlanj! You could find fleas on a gnats behind!

Jinh

<PK>

05-21-2002, 03:00 PM

LOL Vlanj...

He sounded like Cosell doing a bad McLaughlin... He's not the best in that department, but he sure tries..

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 03:05 PM

Let me re-do that...lol...

GOOD GAWD Vlanj!!! You could find fleas on a gnat's behind - or should it be the other way around? Which is bigger - the gnat or the flea?

Lol!

Well, come on, ms. know-it-all, ms. queen of the magnifing glass!

GAWD!!!!!

<RnKnS>

05-21-2002, 03:06 PM

That segment was exactly as they had planned. Kate White obviously had a wonderful time, laughed her head off at Regis, Finola looked great, Kelly gave the "look", pretending to be exasperated with Regis, and Sarah Eldridge from Indiana....YOU GO GIRL! Pretty awewome being selected from the audience to appear at the table.

All of those present at the table were also present when Gelman gave instructions during the break leading into the segment. No doubt he said "Regis will be firing questions a la McLaughlin Group, run with it. Don't be afraid to stand up to him. Say what you think. Sarah, don't be afraid to jump in." I can just hear Gelman producing.

Everyone seemed to have a great time and it's too bad a good part of the viewing audience seems to have missed the joke. Oh well.

One thing that Regis did today bothered me. He told what Gelman said about Joy. Wish he would keep stuff like that private, but I guess Joy or Gelman will have to mention that to him if they don't like it.

My pet peeve with Kelly today: "What I don't understand is, if you don't like our country, then get out of it." This line grates on me, not sure whether it's because it's so simplistic, or because I feel she is fishing for applause with it. It's just too naive or something.

<Lola>

05-21-2002, 03:08 PM

Good LAWRD, this is funny.

Queen of the magnifying glass, LOL!!!!

GAWD!!!!!! I bet she wishes she had x-ray vision so she could peek at Regis' skivvies.

Her true love.

Oh Joy, your arms are soooo toned, beautiful dress, great jacket, classy...the list goes on and on and on.....

What a sick little world that must be.

And you call us obsessed...

Pot meet Kettle.

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 03:13 PM

RnKnS -

Well, apparently you were the only one that 'got it'.
Have you looked at the book club board today?

<lisac>

05-21-2002, 03:25 PM

RnKnS--you have such a classy way of looking at things. People think I'm defending Regis--I'm not, I'm saying it was all Gelman, he told Regis to act like that, and it really backfired. In looking at the blue board, I didn't reazlize how SERIOUSLY people are taking this book club thing. wow.

I doubt Kate White was that mad--as Ray Romano would say, she can go cry in a bag of money-- lol

I can't stand when Kelly says that either-- "If you don't like us, just leave"--it makes her sound way beyond naive-- --it sounds like something my **year-old would say.

05-21-2002, 03:42 PM

Wow, must've been some show today. Since I didn't see it, I can only comment on all of your summaries. RnKnS & lisac, sounds like you have hit the nail on the head--this was one of Gelman's branstorms that probably backfired. As Jinh mentioned, she's never even heard of John McLaughlin (what a surprise, lol) so I'm thinking most of the "readers" haven't either. Considering the reading material, that sounds about right. So . . . Reege's AND Kelly's little theater production fell on deaf ears. Oh boy Gelman, maybe you really don't know your audience???

Run, Reege, run like the wind!

05-21-2002, 03:47 PM

No, some of us "readers" do know who John McLaughlin is. And if it was Gelman's fault, you should be saying "Run Regis AND Kelly." But I guess we'll blame it on Kelly anyway...

<MG>

05-21-2002, 04:17 PM

Was it also planned to have Regis screaming at Gelman when they came back on air before Regis knew
they were live when the the book segment began?That is what started this whole thing.They kept the screen blank for a few seconds so Regis didn't realize that his yelling was being broadcast live.
He did that a couple times.He was greatly perturbed today....I think he is like that a lot when he thinks the cameras are not rolling.Why would that be planned?To make us like Kelly more by portraying Regis as a grump?I already like them both ,but hey,maybe that is it....it is all planned.I don't think so personally but I may be naive.

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 05:09 PM

Well, I don't think the segment backfired. I actually was laughing right to the end. (Maybe some of you should take those dreaded sticks out of your hineys. lol)

I agree with everyone that said it was Gelman all the way, and Regis gets a thumbs up for pulling it off so well.

Haven't been to the book club message board to read how they have their bloomers in a bunch, but I thought that was going to be the place to discuss the book. Start discussing! lol

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 05:40 PM

The reason I have not heard of McLaughlin is because I have had only one TV channel for the past 18 years until recently.

You can try and justify Regis' behavior all you want - but the fact is he was rude and acted ridiculously.

Why are you even posting about this?

You remind of those cats on 'Lady and the Tramp' "We are two Siamese, if you please"...

MEOW!

Jinh

<PK>

05-21-2002, 06:32 PM

LOL Vlanj...

Of course you were - he wrecked Kelly's segment. That by itself would make your week, if not your month...

I personally have watched and cannot stand CrossFire or any of his earlier PBS show... He is a very disagreeable person, so I can certainly understand your fascination with him and his program...

;0))

PK

05-21-2002, 08:01 PM

ROFL, V--didn't realize you had a "fascination" with McLaughlin and his program. What a hoot!

05-21-2002, 08:44 PM

Jinh, they used to spoof the Mclaughlin Report on Saturday Night Live, and it was quite funny. Maybe Regis was just picking up on that. I think everyone is right about it being Gelman's idea. Right up his corny alley. Perhaps a bit inappropriate, but it made me laugh.

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 08:51 PM

Scoops -
Well, glad it made you laugh - but it sure put a damper on our Reading with Ripa thing.

05-21-2002, 09:15 PM

Scoops, how funny was Dana Carvey as John McLaughlin?? Oh my! How'd he yell out "Wrong!" after every response from the guests. LOL just thinking about it!
BTW, Martha used to "date" John. Guess it wasn't too much of "a good thing" since they no longer are an item.

05-21-2002, 09:36 PM

Jinh, I think that if Gelman had scheduled things better, and the segment had about 5 more minutes, it would have been overlooked. Instead, everyone was watching the clock, hoping Regis would be quiet. You probably would have enjoyed it as well, if you knew there was time left for more serious chat. Myself, I attend book group for the wine, and pastries, sometimes I could really care less how deep the discussion gets.<wink> There is usually one person who dominates in any group anyways, so you have to go with the flow. LOL Today...it was Regis.
Gailsie, loved those classic SNL skits...today, it was the first thing I thought of when Regis started his shtick! I couldn't help butlaugh today also! Martha and John, eh? That must have made for some fun evenings.

<vlanj>

05-21-2002, 09:47 PM

Gailsie,

Fascination......... .............Yea, it is a hoot! lol

<Jinh>

05-21-2002, 09:50 PM

LOL! Scoops -
I got something from AARP the other day too...what do you say?! I thought I had more time before they started knocking at my door! LOL!

Thanks for your reply about the book discussion.

Still think it's too bad it went the way it did.

Jinh

<Mia>

05-21-2002, 11:52 PM

Didn't read the book. Didn't watch the entire show. But that's not gonna stop me from adding my 2 cents to this post. First of all, who is John Deere? With that said, I'll continue with the book topic.

In my opinion, from the beginning, the way the events surrounding the book club have been handled, are a complete fiasco. The day of the Message Board chat, the poster's were never informed that they would be taking questions prior to the chat. Is this speculation or did it really happen? All we know is that there were many posters who were upset because Paulette asked the majority of the questions. This wasn't fair. This started a war as to Paulette's true identity. The fans felt cheated. Was the transcript of this chat ever posted? The next day, Kelly makes no mention of the success of the chat. Or, that there was a chat. Isn't this odd?

They wait until the Friday before the show, to post a telephone number for audience participation. Why didn't they give the fans more notice that this was going to take place? With ample notice, maybe, fans from the neighboring states would have planned to attend. Or did they only dangle the carrot in front of the posters? If somebody called were they told that all of the positions had already been filled? We'll never know!

Why didn't they allow more time for the book discussion segment? Instead, they have Howie Mandel, whose segments haven't been funny in a long time. So what may have been funny in a half hour isn't because the fans, once again, feel cheated.

Tonight they announce on the Board that Kaite White will be answering questions. Well, as of this writing, "kaitewhiteauthor" has posted 5 times. If in fact, this "kaitewhiteauthor" is the author Kaite White. Again, they dangle a carrot in front of the fans.

The book club has been going on for a month. If this turned out bigger then expected, they've had more then enough time to plan and do things right.

I blame Gelman for all of the stupid things on Live. If he doesn't have the budget to do it right....don't do it at all. None is better then half-*ssed! I've watched Live for 12 years and it's only within the last 6 months that I cannot watch a complete show. This is the perfect example of why he has not climbed the "Producers Ladder of Success". Sorry this is long, but I had to give my nickel's worth.

Mia

<RnKnS>

05-22-2002, 12:43 AM

Wow, Mia, thanks for taking the time. All points well taken. I've watched the show a long time, but 99% of the time only watch host chat. A good host chat is a thing of beauty!

05-22-2002, 03:27 AM

My turn to say "wow" RnKnS. I thought that you were totally up to date on every aspect and every interview on the Live show. ....But then, what do I know? I still would bet my stake (as IF there were one! LOL) on you to guess the answer to any day's travel/super trivia question!

Mia is absolutely right on about the Reading with Ripa thing though, in my opinion. What a "ripa" off!

The Reading With Ripa book club was probably started as a lighthearted joke, but Gelman and his minions chose to make it "real" for the viewers. They launched a message board in the book club's honor, but have treated it as a joke ever since. Today was the icing on the disrespectful cake.

Leaves a really bad taste in one's mouth.

05-22-2002, 03:44 AM

Forgot to comment about gailsie's funny observation... too true, gailsie!

<<gailsie> 152.163.213.54 May 21, 2002 10:15 PM

Scoops, how funny was Dana Carvey as John McLaughlin?? Oh my! How'd he yell out "Wrong!" after every response from the guests. LOL just thinking about it!
BTW, Martha used to "date" John. Guess it wasn't too much of "a good thing" since they no longer are an item. >>

Carvey was soooooooo good when he "did" McLaughlin! And can't you just picture Martha Stewart & J McL on a date? ew

Did anyone SERIOUSLY think that Regis' crossed armed body language schtick during the book club segment was meant to be a spoof of McLaughlin??????? I don't THINK so.

Methinks it was "Regis does Larry King"..... but then, I don't regularly watch Larry King, either.... woe is me! ;-)

Book

<lisac>

05-22-2002, 05:51 AM

Mia, great post.

It definitely was John McLaughlin. Right up until the end when Regis yelled "bye bye" the way John M. used to do. If he were imitating Larry King, he would have found a way to slide in an "Altoona, go ahead" somewhere in there lol

<Reege>

05-22-2002, 06:37 AM

I can't believe these posts! Bottom Line is Regis was RUDE, he ruined the whole segment and I can't believe the way a certain few (and everyone knows who, and isn't it funny the way they ALL agree!) are saying its not Regis's fault, its Gelmans! Well, I think Regis is a grown man, and like someone else posted NO ONE can make you act rude & obnoxious, that was ALL Regis. He totally acted like a spoiled brat the whole show yesterday. I hope he apologizes today. And Gailsie, since you DIDN'T watch the show, DON'T comment, You didn't see what happened and you are choosing to believe only what a select few posted about it (THEIR opinion).

<Reege>

05-22-2002, 06:43 AM

One more thing, RnKnS, HOW do you know that was the way it was planned? HOW do you know Gelman gave instructions during the break leading into the segment? HOW do you know the everyone seemed to have a great time. It didn't look like that to me. HOW do you know Kate White had a wonderful time? It didn't look like she did to me. Are you a mind reader or a psychic? Here is what you posted: That segment was exactly as they had planned. Kate White obviously had a wonderful time, laughed her head off at Regis, Finola looked great, Kelly gave the "look", pretending to be exasperated with Regis, and Sarah Eldridge from Indiana....YOU GO GIRL! Pretty awewome being selected from the audience to appear at the table.

All of those present at the table were also present when Gelman gave instructions during the break leading into the segment. No doubt he said "Regis will be firing questions a la McLaughlin Group, run with it. Don't be afraid to stand up to him. Say what you think. Sarah, don't be afraid to jump in." I can just hear Gelman producing.

Everyone seemed to have a great time and it's too bad a good part of the viewing audience seems to have missed the joke. Oh well."
I believe what you posted is YOUR opinion of how it went, yet you posted it as fact. I don't think so.

<Panda>

05-22-2002, 06:55 AM

I couldn't stomach the way Regis was acting like a spoiled 3 year old yesterday. Whats with all the yelling. He said he didn't read the book, I don't know why he was even involved in that group. I'm surprised Kelly didn't get up and leave. I didn't watch must past the first minute, but if it was as bad as all the above remarks, I hope Regis appologizes on air for being such an a$$.

<Lola>

05-22-2002, 07:06 AM

Reege, great posts. Of course the "ladies" are going to put the blame on Gelman, their "Reege" does no wrong. (puke). Bottom line is , Regis acted rude, not Gelman, Regis and that is what the fuss is about. I don't care what Gelman told him to do...HE WAS RUDE and yes, acted like a spoiled 3 year old who didn't got a smaller lollipop than the other "kid". He was just mad because for one, all the emphasis wasn't on him, and THAT to Regis is not right.

He owes Kelly an apology, and he owes all the bookclub people who tuned in to hear about the book and ended up listening to him acting like a spoiled brat.

Bottom line...Regis acted wrong, very wrong...nothing to do with Gelman, it was ALL REGIS!!!!!!!

But I'm sure the you know whos will keep up their little charade...but really...who cares?

<Lola>

05-22-2002, 07:07 AM

Oops, that smaller should be bigger...my mistake.

But you all get the drift.

<Mia>

05-22-2002, 07:40 AM

Reege,

Can't blame Gelman for what comes out of Regis' or Kelly's mouth (unless it's been scripted).

I do blame Gelman if he did not provide enough time for the book review segment.
On the "Club" message board, after the chat fiasco, they promised the fans that their questions would be addressed on May 21st. From what I've read.....that didn't happen.

Can't blame Regis for the on-line chat or the short notice to the fans about being on the review panel.

From what I've read, Regis insulted half of America with his John Deere comment. That is wrong. He should apologize.

From what I've read, Gelman insulted the Book Club Members by not delivering what was promised. That is wrong. He should apologize.

I really hope somebody told them how irritated their fans are on the Message Board.

<Mia>

05-22-2002, 07:59 AM

Wanted to add....

From what I've read, Regis wasn't funny during the book review and ruined it. That's not fair. He should apologize.

<Jinh>

05-22-2002, 08:43 AM

Well, personally I think it's all ART'S fault!

He's still mad about the thong!!!

LOL!

Jinh

05-22-2002, 09:59 AM

OK. I went home last night and watched the show. Here's my take: The John Deere comments- VERY rude.

The book club segment- definitely could have been better. My take on the way Regis was acting- he was trying to do it like John McLaughlin and it could have come off funny had he not run the whole segment. He took it too far and ended up ticking people off. Had he done it for a minute or so, it would have been funny, but then turn it over to Kelly. It's Kelly's book club, SHE is the one who read the book, SHE should have controlled the segment. Don't know if Gelman or Regis masterminded the McLaughlin bit, but hopefully, they realize it didn't work well. They also needed more time on the segment. My personal opinion is dump the Howie Mandall segment.

JMO of course!