Please read

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/2007/10/mini-dvd-review-ncis-season-4-oct-23.html

...then discuss.

I thought Drew was alright. Sure, a little nervous, but he was very funny and nice with the contestants. That's what matters, right? Well...that and the fact that he shouldn't be so nervous....lol.

Maybe it will just take Drew some time to gain confidence and take the reins of the show. Bob Barker is a tough act to follow, especially since he hosted it for 35 years.

I've noticed the crowd doesn't seem as excited as they used to. Drew needs to amp up his personality and get the crowd excited. And like you say, slow down and not rush through the games.

I think Drew's doing a fine job. I mean it's his first week compared to Bob's 35 years. The one thing that gets a little annoying is when Drew asks people if they want to say 'hi' to anybody during the big wheel. When Bob was on, they'd try to do it BEFORE they spun the wheel and Bob would tell them to spin the wheel first.

But I say so far so good.

That was great.

I saw the clip on The Soup where the contestant said she had to "potty"

Drew Carey is doing fine. Solomon, if you had any prior experience with watching Carey host game shows (Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Power of 10), you'd understand that. He's being himself. Drew wouldn't be human if he wasn't a little nervous, given the circumstances.
From what I've read on the Game show board, Solomon, you have barely any recollection of even watching the original Price Is Right. You criticized Drew because he asked a contestant if they wanted to give a shout out to family. You asked if Drew added that feature to the show. People had to tell you that Bob Barker did that for years. You've gone on how Drew's a fat, goofy moron with tight suits. You've been posting all week that Drew isn't qualified to host TPIR, when he clearly is, as he's been doing this for years.
Maybe the bigger question is, are you qualified to review and critique shows? Sorry to say Solomon, but I think you're out of your element here. You'd be the guy to review The Jeffersons or Good Times. I'm trying to figure out what are your credentials to critique this show and other shows.
When you first took on this blog assignment, I thought we were in for a funny weekly rant, George Jefferson style. Instead, you write as if you're a critic for the NY Times, with the only difference is that you're uninformed.
I think the Weekly Rant, which should be re-titled, Weekly Review, should be written by more than one member anyway. For example, Pavan could post the topic he wants reviewed. Members could submit their interest in reviewing that topic, and whatever review is the best written and knowledgeable would get the spot in the blog that week. That would be fair. I don't think it's fair that one member gets to write their opinion in the blog every week. There are members who have watched The Price is Right for decades, and frankly, I'd like to hear from one of them. You have every right to your opinion Solomon, but why is your opinion so special? I really was expecting a funny weekly rant from you, and what you're writing is anything but that.

I completely agree. I don't mean to sound like a whiny little fan of Drew Carey, but it's as if you (Solomon) have never even seen any of his shows before. To add to the mod's list above, you should really check out "Drew Carey's Green Screen Show". It's just like Whose Line Is It Anyway?, only 10x's the hilariousness. :P

I'll honestly admit I only caught two of TPIR's shows, but they were really good and I thought Drew did an awesome job - especially when you think about how hard it must be to try and get on a stage that a legend such as Bob Parker stood on for 35 years with his unbelieveable popularity!

Drew is doing great so far, and the only couple errors I saw could be (and most likely will be) fixed after he gets accustomed to the "new" show.


Thumbs down, Solomon. Thumbs down.

I think he's awful. He really talks much too fast and seems very nervous. He's like that on all the shows he hosts too, so it's his way. He seems to just be wanting it over, not enjoying himself at all. There are too many others that would make a great host for this show. Even George Hamilton would be better than Drew, or Doug Davidson who at one time did a night time version. My favorite would probably be Howie Mandel, but he's taken already.

I really think the person most qualified to rant about TPIR, is Mike (mriggles) The guy is a SUPER fan and can critique it fairly.

As Solomon says, he is just poking fun on what he thinks. He may not be an avid watcher of the show, but he doesn't like Drew Carey so far (he's not reviewing the show, or he would have gone on to say something like the color of the background looks terrible, but he is just poking fun at what he thinks of Drew). That's his opinion, agree or not (see the disclaimer). He'll comment on your replies here and explain himself.

Each week Solomon chooses a topic and doesn't review it, just pokes fun at it really. So nothing has changed since his weekly column started.

As Solomon says, he is just poking fun on what he thinks. He may not be an avid watcher of the show, but he doesn't like Drew Carey so far (he's not reviewing the show, or he would have gone on to say something like the color of the background looks terrible, but he is just poking fun at what he thinks of Drew). That's his opinion, agree or not (see the disclaimer). He'll comment on your replies here and explain himself.

Each week Solomon chooses a topic and doesn't review it, just pokes fun at it really. So nothing has changed since his weekly column started.


Listen, I have a right to my opinion. If you don't like it, fine, but I have a right to post my opinion. These so-called "RANTS" are DUDS.

Weren't you and a few others (Irene, Janice) pleading for Solomon to get his own weekly column before? I know Irene is here every week commenting on the rant. Just because you don't agree with one of his rants now you don't like the idea? I don't agree with some of his rants either (can't comment on this one because I have not seen an episode yet), but they are hilarious and done in a fun way. Don't take it seriously.

Weren't you and a few others (Irene, Janice) pleading for Solomon to get his own weekly column before? I know Irene is here every week commenting on the rant. Just because you don't agree with one of his rants now you don't like the idea? I don't agree with some of his rants either (can't comment on this one because I have not seen an episode yet), but they are hilarious and done in a fun way. Don't take it seriously.


It's not that I don't agree with his rants. We were promised humor, not some lame reviews. I never pleaded for anything. I was for a funny weekly rant, not this snoozefest.

I really think the person most qualified to rant about TPIR, is Mike (mriggles) The guy is a SUPER fan and can critique it fairly.


Well thanks Brian... I will post my thoughts on solomons rant in a bit & while I am at it I will post my thoughts after 1 week of the drew carey era

As Solomon says, he is just poking fun on what he thinks. He may not be an avid watcher of the show, but he doesn't like Drew Carey so far (he's not reviewing the show, or he would have gone on to say something like the color of the background looks terrible, but he is just poking fun at what he thinks of Drew). That's his opinion, agree or not (see the disclaimer). He'll comment on your replies here and explain himself.

Each week Solomon chooses a topic and doesn't review it, just pokes fun at it really. So nothing has changed since his weekly column started.


It most certainly IS a review, and a lousy one at that. Poking fun? Who's laughing? There's not a single chuckle in there. Just blasted away, as a critic, who doesn't have all the facts.

I don't see it as a review. His tone is to make fun at Drew's style so far. Anyway, here is your suggestion on him having his own column:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=3555153&postcount=36

So, I guess he brought the worst out of Drew? I'm not commenting anymore on this, it is not my post, so Solomon will chime in whenever he gets online.

I don't see it as a review. His tone is to make fun at Drew's style so far. Anyway, here is your suggestion on him having his own column:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showpost.php?p=3555153&postcount=36

So, I guess he brought the worst out of Drew? I'm not commenting anymore on this, it is not my post, so Solomon will chime in whenever he gets online.


People are entitled to their opinions & certainly Brian & Solomon fall into that category..dude you should concentrate on your nfl picks..... LOL

Yeah, I do need to concentrate so I can be 1st place for the third consecutive year! Going for the 3-peat! ;)

Yeah, I do need to concentrate so I can be 1st place for the third consecutive year! Going for the 3-peat! ;)


We will see about that....right now your breathing in a whole lot of dust ;)

10 weeks to go, plenty of time. Down 5 is not that big of a hole to climb really. Last week's leader was up 6, now I have cut it to three from him. I can climb back. You're only up 3 on me.

I've been a fan of Drew Carey ever since his sitcom started in the 90's and I also liked him on WLIIA. I saw a little bit of Drew this week on TPIR and by what I saw, he looked like he always did. I didn't notice anything off about him. It's going to look strange having anybody succeed a legend like Bob Barker. Not everybody is up to the task.

As for what Brian said, he has a right to his opinion. Their's no need to get upset by it. I thought today's rant sounded more like a review too. It was mainly what Solomon had said all week in his threads so their really wasn't anything new. He has a right to his opinion but it would be nice to have other opinions as well.

10 weeks to go, plenty of time. Down 5 is not that big of a hole to climb really. Last week's leader was up 6, now I have cut it to three from him. I can climb back.


Yeah well I have been watching you closely since you sent that message week 1 to the " rookies" telling them to get out of the pool... I have been ahead of you all the way & i intend on keeping it that way ;)

LOL! That was intended to one person, who was trash talking to me via e-mail.

LOL! That was intended to one person, who was trash talking to me via e-mail.


Yeah well you awoke a sleeping eagle with that one... NAMELY ME!!!!!!!!!!

enough of this.... time to type my own review of solomons rant & the show itself

Suggestion to Solomon: Draw your attention away from where Drew puts his hands and how he explains the rules. Focus instead on the way he interacts with the contestants, audience, and models, and on his commentary on the proceedings. This way, you'll have as great of a time as Drew clearly is.

Ok I will never tell anyone that he or she is wrong when it comes to an opinion. I have been watching this show religiously for 25 years & as many of you know I have a few friends who either work on the show or work out at cbs in hollywood & i can provide many interesting stories about drews first few weeks of tapings. That is for the game show forum.

Coming from a diehard fan of the show, i tend to agree with Solomon on the following fronts: I am wondering why he keeps playing with his suit jacket pockets, he does that throughout the show almost every day this week. That ultimately is not a big deal but it is something that I noticed as well.

After the 1st show I described the show as a " complete & utter mess ", the reason I said that is that he was talking way way way way to fast & barely explained the rules of the games or the big wheel or the showcases. This needs to be done every day, no matter what. With that said, i thought the rest of the week he improved in this area but he is still talking way to fast.

I think Drew is having a very difficult time with the segues in the show (going to commercials, coming out of commercials, talking back & forth with Rich fields) After some of the bigger wins this week, instead of having fun with the contestant he very quickly said " more price is right after this" He has to learn to let the contestants be the stars, He is getting better with the contestant interaction, but his post games style is bugging me quite a bit.



I am a diehard fan & i notice every single solitary thing that is different about the show & if I had more time I would list them, but ultimately I keep telling myself, this is Drew Carey, not Bob Barker. Drew is making the show his own & it is going to take time for people like me to fully welcome drew as the host of my favorite show. Drew has to make this show his own, he is stepping into shoes even bigger than mine (size 16's) & he has to walk the tightrope of keeping the tradition alive but at the same time make the show his.


I do not think Drew is in anyway insecure, if anything he is a bit arrogant, Drew has plenty of confidence so I disagree with that part of his rant.

We are 1 week into the new era, way to early to jump on or off the drew carey bandwagon. Drew walked into a tough spot & he needs time to grow intot he position, I for one will give him that time, I can't speak for everyone of my fellow price loyal friends & true, because we are very very set in out price is right ways.

By the way if anyone has any questions regarding the show feel free to ask them to me.. I can pretty much answer anything now that season 36 is under way.

Drew Carey is doing fine. Solomon, if you had any prior experience with watching Carey host game shows (Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Power of 10), you'd understand that. He's being himself. Drew wouldn't be human if he wasn't a little nervous, given the circumstances.
From what I've read on the Game show board, Solomon, you have barely any recollection of even watching the original Price Is Right. You criticized Drew because he asked a contestant if they wanted to give a shout out to family. You asked if Drew added that feature to the show. People had to tell you that Bob Barker did that for years. You've gone on how Drew's a fat, goofy moron with tight suits. You've been posting all week that Drew isn't qualified to host TPIR, when he clearly is, as he's been doing this for years.
Maybe the bigger question is, are you qualified to review and critique shows? Sorry to say Solomon, but I think you're out of your element here. You'd be the guy to review The Jeffersons or Good Times. I'm trying to figure out what are your credentials to critique this show and other shows.
When you first took on this blog assignment, I thought we were in for a funny weekly rant, George Jefferson style. Instead, you write as if you're a critic for the NY Times, with the only difference is that you're uninformed.
I think the Weekly Rant, which should be re-titled, Weekly Review, should be written by more than one member anyway. For example, Pavan could post the topic he wants reviewed. Members could submit their interest in reviewing that topic, and whatever review is the best written and knowledgeable would get the spot in the blog that week. That would be fair. I don't think it's fair that one member gets to write their opinion in the blog every week. There are members who have watched The Price is Right for decades, and frankly, I'd like to hear from one of them. You have every right to your opinion Solomon, but why is your opinion so special? I really was expecting a funny weekly rant from you, and what you're writing is anything but that.


Yeah Maybe he will improve but I just was sampling his first week and it was FUNNY. So it's not really a review I'm doing just call it a Fun-View. Anything I think is FUNNY I include in the Rant and anyone can disagree. So Drew Hosting the Price is Right is just something that stood out this week as FUNNY to me.

I think he's awful. He really talks much too fast and seems very nervous. He's like that on all the shows he hosts too, so it's his way. He seems to just be wanting it over, not enjoying himself at all. There are too many others that would make a great host for this show. Even George Hamilton would be better than Drew, or Doug Davidson who at one time did a night time version. My favorite would probably be Howie Mandel, but he's taken already.


YES, that's a good point, he doesn't appear to ENJOY doing his new job and until he does the Price is Right will be BORING.

It most certainly IS a review, and a lousy one at that. Poking fun? Who's laughing? There's not a single chuckle in there. Just blasted away, as a critic, who doesn't have all the facts.


LOL, Damm i had no idea you and Irene were such big Drew Carey Fans. Brian I'm just ranting/laughing at the hosting of Drew, and maybe he will improve but right now he just doesn't give you the Feel that he is the new Host. But don't let that ruin our friendship Ole buddy.

Suggestion to Solomon: Draw your attention away from where Drew puts his hands and how he explains the rules. Focus instead on the way he interacts with the contestants, audience, and models, and on his commentary on the proceedings. This way, you'll have as great of a time as Drew clearly is.


He was nervous around the contestants

I didn't see that at all. He was very happy to deal with excited contestants and give them prizes. He talked to them like a buddy and made them feel at home. As opposed to Bob in recent years, who just seemed detached from the proceedings. Plus, he actually made a point to acknowledge and thank the models as individuals. When was the last time Bob did that?

The nervousness only stemmed from not being comfortable with the pricing games, but that's completely understandable considering that he has to learn more than 70 of them. Bob started out with only a handful of games, and of course it stands to reason that after 35 years, he'd be able to recite the rules like a poem. And it's not like Drew screwed up the rules or anything.

He was nervous around the contestants
Can you even blame him if he was? Bob has been hosting TPIR for 35 years.... he's been on the air for what, a week? You think you could do better?

I didn't see that at all. He was very happy to deal with excited contestants and give them prizes. He talked to them like a buddy and made them feel at home. As opposed to Bob in recent years, who just seemed detached from the proceedings. Plus, he actually made a point to acknowledge and thank the models as individuals. When was the last time Bob did that?

The nervousness only stemmed from not being comfortable with the pricing games, but that's completely understandable considering that he has to learn more than 70 of them. Bob started out with only a handful of games, and of course it stands to reason that after 35 years, he'd be able to recite the rules like a poem. And it's not like Drew screwed up the rules or anything.


I agree, Drew is going out of his way to make the models feel important.... God that gabby is deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeelicious

Can you even blame him if he was? Bob has been hosting TPIR for 35 years.... he's been on for what, a week? You think you could do better?


Hell no, but I just feel he was uncomfortable LOOKING all week. Maybe in 2 months he will get better and then I will have nothing else to laugh at

I agree, Drew is going out of his way to make the models feel important.... God that gabby is deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeelicious


Well I love to laugh and probably will continue to watch TPIR until he stops making me laugh-lol

Drew makes me laugh, but I'm laughing with him, not at him.

Drew makes me laugh, but I'm laughing with him, not at him.


Well I'm defintely laughing at him-lol

It most certainly IS a review, and a lousy one at that. Poking fun? Who's laughing? There's not a single chuckle in there. Just blasted away, as a critic, who doesn't have all the facts.

Very accurate!

Well I love to laugh and probably will continue to watch TPIR until he stops making me laugh-lol

Good, that's all the network needs anyway - viewers. If you watch the show because it makes you laugh, you watch it because you love it, or you watch it because you hate it - it's all the same. CBS wins, you lose.

Your "rant" is nothing more than an opinionated, and far from factual, review of the show. You mention certain nuances that you have with the production and yet most of them are things that have occurred for many years even with Bob Barker as host.

When a contestant spins .50 on the first spin, more than 75% of the contestants DO spin again. Drew asking the question is also part of the rules - you know - "his JOB."

Your "rant" is nothing more than an opinionated, and far from factual, review of the show. You mention certain nuances that you have with the production and yet most of them are things that have occurred for many years even with Bob Barker as host.

When a contestant spins .50 on the first spin, more than 75% of the contestants DO spin again. Drew asking the question is also part of the rules - you know - "his JOB."


He should just say SPIN AGAIN if someone gets 50 instead of asking. And Yes i know 75% of people who get 50 spin again which made the question silly

He should just say SPIN AGAIN if someone gets 50 instead of asking.

He CANNOT tell people to do something that could affect the outcome of the show. The contestant has to make the decision on their own. This is for LEGAL purposes and proper standards.

Hard to believe you are so into television with such a lack of understanding.

He CANNOT tell people to do something that could affect the outcome of the show. The contestant has to make the decision on their own. This is for LEGAL purposes and proper standards.

Hard to believe you are so into television with such a lack of understanding.


So if they get 40, sane thing? Do you want to spin again?

So if they get 40, sane thing? Do you want to spin again?

No matter WHAT they spin.

Even if they spin .05, historically (while we know most anyone will spin again) the comment is made "I assume you wish to spin again?"

If you spin a dime, and obviously want to spin again, but are TOLD to "spin again" and go over, you have legal grounds to claim that you planned to stop, which could have led to you winning more prizes.

Mistakes like this have happened in the past and contestants have been awarded prizes.

No matter WHAT they spin.

Even if they spin .05, historically (while we know most anyone will spin again) the comment is made "I assume you wish to spin again?"

If you spin a dime, and obviously want to spin again, but are TOLD to "spin again" and go over, you have legal grounds to claim that you planned to stop, which could have led to you winning more prizes.

Mistakes like this have happened in the past and contestants have been awarded prizes.


Ok well I take the comment back about the Spin again

I tell you what Solomon - let's have you show up to Studio 33 at Television City, put you in front of 350-400 screaming college kids, tell you you're going to host a game show that's been on the air for 35 years in it's current version - a show that has a zillion variable elements no less - turn the cameras on, and see how you do the first week. The first month. Even the first year. Not very well I'd imagine. Actually, based on what I've seen, you wouldn't make it to your second show. A contestant would hit a middle number, say 55. You'd tell them to spin again, and they'd land on, say, 60 cents. Over. The contestant then SUES THE SHOW, claiming that they were unaware they had the OPTION to stop. Judge agrees, and you've cost the show several million. Fired.

Drew Carey's a veteran performer with years of improvisational experience and he's still getting a bit flustered - that's how hard this job is. Bob was able to, for all his detractions, make it look remotely easy because he did it for THIRTY FIVE YEARS. If Drew's still hosting the show in a decade or so, THEN we'll see how things go.

Drew HAS a goofy image, and that's part of what makes him so endearing. He's that lovable everyman, and now he's hosting a show that's part of the American TV landscape. If you take the goof out of Drew Carey, you take out anything even remotely enjoyable about him.

If you've never seen a game show host who looks like a fish out of water, watch any one of a number of original shows produced by Game Show Network. Chain Reaction's a prime example. Or watch Temptation in syndication. Now THAT'S poor.

The shows you saw this week were various shows from the first few weeks - of COURSE it doesn't look like he's made the show his yet - he JUST STARTED and he's competing against the (exaggerated) fond memories of a guy who did this for 3.5 decades.

Drew's smile seems completely genuine. Bob Barker was the master of the frozen smile. Aside from his occasional good days, by the end he really didn't care that much, and came off as a grouch progressively more often (though I suppose you would to after countless lawsuits due to you being a perverted old lech)

Drew does still have some nerves issues and some pacing issues, but give him a little time. He loves being there, and he "gets it", and very soon I really think you're gonna love what you see.

Yeah Maybe he will improve but I just was sampling his first week and it was FUNNY. So it's not really a review I'm doing just call it a Fun-View. Anything I think is FUNNY I include in the Rant and anyone can disagree. So Drew Hosting the Price is Right is just something that stood out this week as FUNNY to me.


Fun-View? There wasn't a single funny remark in your entire review. Just one wall to wall slam. Your review has a serious tone to it. If that's comedy to you, keep your day job, lol.

LOL, Damm i had no idea you and Irene were such big Drew Carey Fans. Brian I'm just ranting/laughing at the hosting of Drew, and maybe he will improve but right now he just doesn't give you the Feel that he is the new Host. But don't let that ruin our friendship Ole buddy.


This has nothing to do with friendship. I'm not a big Drew Carey fan. Name one joke or laugh in your review. I was under the impression that you were going to give weekly funny rants, and that's not what you're doing. Any one of your sports posts are funnier than anything in your weekly reviews. Since you're not going to be funny, and now you're a critic, I'm merely suggesting that other members be given a chance for their reviews to be included in the blog. Members more qualified than you deserve a chance. It's obviously turned into a weekly review.

It's obviously turned into a weekly review.

Turned into? The thing's been an outlet for Solomon to "review" (IE: completely and totally blast) whatever random subject of the week's on his radar since DAY ONE. It's just gotten *worse* since the beginning.

Turned into? The thing's been an outlet for Solomon to "review" (IE: completely and totally blast) whatever random subject of the week's on his radar since DAY ONE. It's just gotten *worse* since the beginning.


I expected a funny rant, like he does on the boards. Simply, reviewing shows or "bashing" them is no good.

i watched a couple episodes of TPIR with Drew as host and I found him a little boring - I loved his sitcom but he just doesn't appeal to me as a gameshow host.

He did seem a little nervous/awkward so I will probably give him another chance and check it out again in a couple of months.

I tell you what Solomon - let's have you show up to Studio 33 at Television City, put you in front of 350-400 screaming college kids, tell you you're going to host a game show that's been on the air for 35 years in it's current version - a show that has a zillion variable elements no less - turn the cameras on, and see how you do the first week. The first month. Even the first year. Not very well I'd imagine. Actually, based on what I've seen, you wouldn't make it to your second show. A contestant would hit a middle number, say 55. You'd tell them to spin again, and they'd land on, say, 60 cents. Over. The contestant then SUES THE SHOW, claiming that they were unaware they had the OPTION to stop. Judge agrees, and you've cost the show several million. Fired.

Drew Carey's a veteran performer with years of improvisational experience and he's still getting a bit flustered - that's how hard this job is. Bob was able to, for all his detractions, make it look remotely easy because he did it for THIRTY FIVE YEARS. If Drew's still hosting the show in a decade or so, THEN we'll see how things go.

Drew HAS a goofy image, and that's part of what makes him so endearing. He's that lovable everyman, and now he's hosting a show that's part of the American TV landscape. If you take the goof out of Drew Carey, you take out anything even remotely enjoyable about him.

If you've never seen a game show host who looks like a fish out of water, watch any one of a number of original shows produced by Game Show Network. Chain Reaction's a prime example. Or watch Temptation in syndication. Now THAT'S poor.

The shows you saw this week were various shows from the first few weeks - of COURSE it doesn't look like he's made the show his yet - he JUST STARTED and he's competing against the (exaggerated) fond memories of a guy who did this for 3.5 decades.

Drew's smile seems completely genuine. Bob Barker was the master of the frozen smile. Aside from his occasional good days, by the end he really didn't care that much, and came off as a grouch progressively more often (though I suppose you would to after countless lawsuits due to you being a perverted old lech)

Drew does still have some nerves issues and some pacing issues, but give him a little time. He loves being there, and he "gets it", and very soon I really think you're gonna love what you see.



I don't mind if you attack me but just don't compare him to Bob, please don't do that. And I took my statement back about spinning the Wheel

Seth, I don't agree that Solomon has turned his weekly rant into a review. So his previous topics before this week were ABC's Tricky Promos, The Reappearance of Fresh Prince, Premiere Delay of New Shows, etc. How are they reviews? The only ones close to a review were this one and the one about Sherri Shepherd joining The View, which he also ripped, but no one said anything then. Please look at the actual rants before judging:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/blog/labels/Solomon's%20Weekly%20Rant.html

He does have some funny stuff in there, even if you don't agree with his point.

i watched a couple episodes of TPIR with Drew as host and I found him a little boring - I loved his sitcom but he just doesn't appeal to me as a gameshow host.

He did seem a little nervous/awkward so I will probably give him another chance and check it out again in a couple of months.


And being nervous AFTER the first taping in my opinion is kind of odd. We haven't even seen the First Taping yet so I know that he was REALLY nervous in that show.

I don't mind if you attack me but just don't compare him to Bob, please don't do that.

Why can't he - YOU did!

Fun-View? There wasn't a single funny remark in your entire review. Just one wall to wall slam. Your review has a serious tone to it. If that's comedy to you, keep your day job, lol.


Well I wasn't sure if I could use LOL in the rant-lol But I was just laughing at his first week. Like I said maybe he will turn it around and then you can laugh at me

Why can't he - YOU did!


I never compared him to BOB, not once in the rant did I compare him to Bob. I was judging him as a Game Show Host and was expecting him to have is OWN STYLE and nothing like Bob's

Seth, I don't agree that Solomon has turned his weekly rant into a review.

What we had this week was the closest Solomon's come yet to a formal review - but most weeks are Solomon talking about a certain show, or network, or personality - and almost always how that entity irrates him. THAT is a *REVIEW*. Just because it's not in some "review format" doesn't change it's substance, which at heart is an absurdly critical form of review.

And no, I didn't really find most of the previous rants "entertaining" - some had a moment here or there, but a lot was just aggrivating. And not in an endearing way.

Isn't what irritates him called a rant? You should know that, you did a rant on what irritated you in the past.

What we had this week was the closest Solomon's come yet to a formal review - but most weeks are Solomon talking about a certain show, or network, or personality - and almost always how that entity irrates him. THAT is a *REVIEW*. Just because it's not in some "review format" doesn't change it's substance, which at heart is an absurdly critical form of review.

And no, I didn't really find most of the previous rants "entertaining" - some had a moment here or there, but a lot was just aggrivating. And not in an endearing way.


Not a Review, More of me making fun of Drew's Presence on Stage. If It was a review I would have talked about the Background with the horrible combination of Purple and Green.

I never compared him to BOB, not once in the rant did I compare him to Bob.

Posted by you: Been watching the New Disaster Era of the Price is Right and wanted to ask did Bob Barker ask Contestants when they were Spinning the Wheel did they want to say hi to anybody back home? Or was this something stupid Drew added to the show?

I was judging him as a Game Show Host and was expecting him to have is OWN STYLE and nothing like Bob's

While it's very clear (as you have confirmed) that he DOES have his own style, why would you ask this same question just when you get done saying "did he add something stupid to the show?" Wouldn't adding something on his own be considered his "own style?"

Posted by you: Been watching the New Disaster Era of the Price is Right and wanted to ask did Bob Barker ask Contestants when they were Spinning the Wheel did they want to say hi to anybody back home? Or was this something stupid Drew added to the show?



While it's very clear (as you have confirmed) that he DOES have his own style, why would you ask this same question just when you get done saying "did he add something stupid to the show?" Wouldn't adding something on his own be considered his "own style?"


Well according to another poster, Drew is trying to COPY Bob's style at the Wheel with the shout out mess. Hey Drew, "BE YOU" and NOT BOB!

I tell you what Solomon - let's have you show up to Studio 33 at Television City, put you in front of 350-400 screaming college kids, tell you you're going to host a game show that's been on the air for 35 years in it's current version - a show that has a zillion variable elements no less - turn the cameras on, and see how you do the first week. The first month. Even the first year. Not very well I'd imagine. Actually, based on what I've seen, you wouldn't make it to your second show. A contestant would hit a middle number, say 55. You'd tell them to spin again, and they'd land on, say, 60 cents. Over. The contestant then SUES THE SHOW, claiming that they were unaware they had the OPTION to stop. Judge agrees, and you've cost the show several million. Fired.

Drew Carey's a veteran performer with years of improvisational experience and he's still getting a bit flustered - that's how hard this job is. Bob was able to, for all his detractions, make it look remotely easy because he did it for THIRTY FIVE YEARS. If Drew's still hosting the show in a decade or so, THEN we'll see how things go.

Drew HAS a goofy image, and that's part of what makes him so endearing. He's that lovable everyman, and now he's hosting a show that's part of the American TV landscape. If you take the goof out of Drew Carey, you take out anything even remotely enjoyable about him.

If you've never seen a game show host who looks like a fish out of water, watch any one of a number of original shows produced by Game Show Network. Chain Reaction's a prime example. Or watch Temptation in syndication. Now THAT'S poor.

The shows you saw this week were various shows from the first few weeks - of COURSE it doesn't look like he's made the show his yet - he JUST STARTED and he's competing against the (exaggerated) fond memories of a guy who did this for 3.5 decades.

Drew's smile seems completely genuine. Bob Barker was the master of the frozen smile. Aside from his occasional good days, by the end he really didn't care that much, and came off as a grouch progressively more often (though I suppose you would to after countless lawsuits due to you being a perverted old lech)

Drew does still have some nerves issues and some pacing issues, but give him a little time. He loves being there, and he "gets it", and very soon I really think you're gonna love what you see.
:yourock: You rule all. Dylan Lane (host of new CR) is awful. Has no business belonging on a game show set behind a podium hosting.

I just think things could have gone much worse. Like I've said before in the other thread, imagine FremantleMedia now having the idea that now that Bob has left the show, it is okay for them to do anything they please to change the show to try to make it modern, and in the process wind up trashing previous eras' legacies like they've done with Match Game and Card Sharks in the recent past, and as many would say, now with Temptation ($ale of the Century), and this includes getting a crappy host. And I don't think that this happened at all with TPIR.

If It was a review I would have talked about the Background with the horrible combination of Purple and Green.

Posted by you:

Why leave the set the same if a new era is starting?

So which is it? You want a new set or you don't?

Posted by you:

Why leave the set the same if a new era is starting?

So which is it? You want a new set or you don't?


I felt the show should have ended when BOB left because I don't think anyone can take over such a major role

I felt the show should have ended when BOB left because I don't think anyone can take over such a major role

Sounds like you are comparing Drew to BOB. :confused:

Sounds like you are comparing Drew to BOB. :confused:


No I watched drew to see if he could be DREW.

No I watched drew to see if he could be DREW.

We have already gone through this:

You complained when he did something different than [you thought] Bob did.

I'm going to back Brian up on this...

To be quite honest, Solomon's so called rants are in my opinion neither funny or at all interesting.

Sorry. I am just being honest.

I have contributed a lot of original material to Sitcoms Online; some stuff I work very hard on before i post it, and I think I would be perfect to contribute to a rants column here.

I realy don;t want to be a jerk, because most of you know me as a very nice affable and huble guy, but IMO I know i am funny, and i can write something funny better than any of you.

I will be more than happy to provied you links to samples of my work, which has been greatly ignored by most of you.

I'm going to back Brian up on this...

To be quite honest, Solomon's so called rants are in my opinion neither funny or at all interesting.

Sorry. I am just being honest.

I have contributed a lot of original material to Sitcoms Online; some stuff I work very hard on before i post it, and I think I would be perfect to contribute to a rants column here.

I realy don;t want to be a jerk, because most of you know me as a very nice affable and huble guy, but IMO I know i am funny, and i can write something funny better than any of you.

I will be more than happy to provied you links to samples of my work, which has been greatly ignored by most of you.


Well don't read them and go away because they are going to continue every Saturday whether you like or not BIG GUY

Isn't what irritates him called a rant? You should know that, you did a rant on what irritated you in the past.
i think Soloman's best comes out when he is most aggravated about something; sometimes it seems like he might be trying too hard to make it a serious commentary on something instead of just making the most outlandish, over-the-top statements he can to point out how mad something makes him because he finds it stupid.

you aren't supposed to agree with him every time, and I think that if he doesn't get angrier again soon we should take away his AIR CONDITIONER and make him wear FLIP FLOPS at all times.

i think Soloman's best comes out when he is most aggravated about something; sometimes it seems like he might be trying too hard to make it a serious commentary on something instead of just making the most outlandish, over-the-top statements he can to point out how mad something makes him because he finds it stupid.

you aren't supposed to agree with him every time, and I think that if he doesn't get angrier again soon we should take away his AIR CONDITIONER and make him wear FLIP FLOPS at all times.



But I wanted to rant in way that was less hostile and more of a poke fun tyoe of thing because I don't think many members would care if I was pissed off about something every week. So I kind of made it less about me and a little more of about others who may feel the same way.

But I wanted to rant in way that was less hostile and more of a poke fun tyoe of thing because I don't think many members would care if I was pissed off about something every week. So I kind of made it less about me and a little more of about others who may feel the same way.
are you trying to claim that you don't get pissed off about something EVERY week? ...or that others don't enjoy WATCHING you rant about being pissed-off about something whether they agree with you or not?

POPPYCOCK i say!

let the anger flow - or we'll take away your TV dinners.

are you trying to claim that you don't get pissed off about something EVERY week? ...or that others don't enjoy WATCHING you rant about being pissed-off about something whether they agree with you or not?

POPPYCOCK i say!

let the anger flow - or we'll take away your TV dinners.


Yes, but since it's not really anything I can do about what's pissing me off in the Entertainment World, I just decided to make fun of what I feel is not fair. Like when I was talking about N@N's putting fresh prince on the schedule again and said-"the schedule looks like a fresh sandwich with George Lopez and Home Improvement in between"

All I can say is here's another rant thread gone wrong! If you guys haven't noticed, every rant for the last month or so has gone wrong, whether by arguments or disagreements. Solomon has his opinion, and we all have ours.

For this one, Solomon, I'd have to completely disagree with you. I thought everything you said in your rant was completely absurd. It's only his first week . . . give the guy a break. I'm sure by the end of the season, he'll be fit in just as well as Bob. Sure, he was nervous. But wouldn't you be if you were trying to fill the shoes of one of the greatest hosts of all time?

All I can say is here's another rant thread gone wrong! If you guys haven't noticed, every rant for the last month or so has gone wrong, whether by arguments or disagreements. Solomon has his opinion, and we all have ours.

For this one, Solomon, I'd have to completely disagree with you. I thought everything you said in your rant was completely absurd. It's only his first week . . . give the guy a break. I'm sure by the end of the season, he'll be fit in just as well as Bob. Sure, he was nervous. But wouldn't you be if you were trying to fill the shoes of one of the greatest hosts of all time?


But he is not supposed to fill the shoes of BOB, just be himself. And I guess we can disagree on this but I believe in giving someone TIME when they are getting a nice salary to do a certain job. So CBS felt he was qualified and he i didn't see it this week. So when someone is making a bunch of money to host a game show how much time should they get?

I don't see why this has to turn into an "Everybody Against Solomon" thread. It's one thing to disagree with what he says and discuss it, but it's another to just bash all of his work as a "Ranter" or whatever the correct term is. ;) It's getting mean.

Solomon, I guess you found something you can't go up against... The Price Is Right and it's fans, lol.

I don't see why this has to turn into an "Everybody Against Solomon" thread. It's one thing to disagree with what he says and discuss it, but it's another to just bash all of his work as a "Ranter" or whatever the correct term is. ;) It's getting too personal.

Solomon, I guess you found something you can't go up against... The Price Is Right and it's fans, lol.


I know-lol Had No Idea it would be this type of Uproar. But my opinion is still the same, Drew needs a lot of improvement because he just looks silly right now

But he is not supposed to fill the shoes of BOB, just be himself. And I guess we can disagree on this but I believe in giving someone TIME when they are getting a nice salary to do a certain job. So CBS felt he was qualified and he i didn't see it this week. So when someone is making a bunch of money to host a game show how much time should they get?
Solomon dear, when we say fill the shoes of Bob, it doesn't mean try to BE LIKE BOB. You take things too literally. You see things as black and white, not gray in between.
Here is an example of what that saying means:

The expression "fill one's shoes" which might correspond with "fill one's boots." The expression is usually used to indicate a person is going to be hard to replace. For example, "When the dean retires, it's going to be difficult to find someone who can fill his shoes." That's to say that it's going to be difficult to find a successor who possesses all the qualities the dean brings to his job.

Drew does possess the qualities that Bob had and more. Drew has experience hosting shows and game shows, he even had his own sitcom, and does stand-up comedy. Two things Bob never did.

Drew has a legion of fans who will follow his work. Bob also has a legion of fans.

Drew has a smile that is real. He is always seen smiling. I have seen him do interviews and guest spots and that guy is always smiling. Very genuine smile.

Drew is closer to the age of some of the contestants on TPIR. Bob was always seen as a father-figure, someone you want to hug and/or kiss. Drew is more like a buddy.

Drew is BEING HIMSELF. Any fan or follower of Drew will tell you (and I am now telling you for the millionth time) the Drew you see on TPIR is DREW CAREY. No one else. He is not pretending to be anyone else.

I find it appalling that you can pass judgment on someone whose career you don't follow, someone you don't like, you have made that clear a few times, you immediately made comments abt his weight WHICH HAS NO BEARING ON ANYONE'S ABILITIES TO HOST A TV GAME SHOW (remember that comedian Louie -forgot his last name- who hosted Family Fued????)

You have made it clear Solomon that fat people are not pleasing to your eyes (Sherri Sheppard, Rosie O'Donnell, Drew Carey, Monique, etc.) that should never be something to rant or review abt when talking abt someone doing their job.

As far as you repeating WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DOES DREW HAVE? Let me give you an example. I can't stand Elisabeth Hasselbeck. When she was chosen to do the View, my thoughts were, "What qualifications does she have?" Well, I can easily say, she may not have had qualifications, BUT SHE WORKED HER BUTT OFF AND PROVED AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS SHE IS CAPABLE OF BEING A CO-HOST OF ALONGSIDE BARBARA WALTERS regardless of the fact she had no experience. Never judge anyone and NEVER ASSUME.

You keep reaching for something negative to say abt Drew Carey WITHOUT ANY FACTS ON THE TABLE. Usually if you are going to rant or post something here on the boards, it is common knowledge you should back up what you say with FACTS. It would be different if you just came right out and said this:

I HATE DREW BECAUSE HE IS FAT, DISGUSTING TO LOOK AT, HIS SUITS LOOK TOO TIGHT AND OVERALL I JUST DON'T WANT TO SEE HIM HOST TPIR BECAUSE ANYTHING HE DOES OR DOESN'T DO WON'T MATTER TO ME, HE WILL NEVER LIVE UP TO WHAT I WANT. ANYTHING HE DOES WON'T PLEASE ME. HE IS DAMNED IF HE DO AND DAMNED IF HE DON'T.

Solomon dear, when we say fill the shoes of Bob, it doesn't mean try to BE LIKE BOB. You take things too literally. You see things as black and white, not gray in between.
Here is an example of what that saying means:

The expression "fill one's shoes" which might correspond with "fill one's boots." The expression is usually used to indicate a person is going to be hard to replace. For example, "When the dean retires, it's going to be difficult to find someone who can fill his shoes." That's to say that it's going to be difficult to find a successor who possesses all the qualities the dean brings to his job.

Drew does possess the qualities that Bob had and more. Drew has experience hosting shows and game shows, he even had his own sitcom, and does stand-up comedy. Two things Bob never did.

Drew has a legion of fans who will follow his work. Bob also has a legion of fans.

Drew has a smile that is real. He is always seen smiling. I have seen him do interviews and guest spots and that guy is always smiling. Very genuine smile.

Drew is closer to the age of some of the contestants on TPIR. Bob was always seen as a father-figure, someone you want to hug and/or kiss. Drew is more like a buddy.

Drew is BEING HIMSELF. Any fan or follower of Drew will tell you (and I am now telling you for the millionth time) the Drew you see on TPIR is DREW CAREY. No one else. He is not pretending to be anyone else.

I find it appalling that you can pass judgment on someone whose career you don't follow, someone you don't like, you have made that clear a few times, you immediately made comments abt his weight WHICH HAS NO BEARING ON ANYONE'S ABILITIES TO HOST A TV GAME SHOW (remember that comedian Louie -forgot his last name- who hosted Family Fued????)

You have made it clear Solomon that fat people are not pleasing to your eyes (Sherri Sheppard, Rosie O'Donnell, Drew Carey, Monique, etc.) that should never be something to rant or review abt when talking abt someone doing their job.

As far as you repeating WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DOES DREW HAVE? Let me give you an example. I can't stand Elisabeth Hasselbeck. When she was chosen to do the View, my thoughts were, "What qualifications does she have?" Well, I can easily say, she may not have had qualifications, BUT SHE WORKED HER BUTT OFF AND PROVED AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS SHE IS CAPABLE OF BEING A CO-HOST OF ALONGSIDE BARBARA WALTERS regardless of the fact she had no experience. Never judge anyone and NEVER ASSUME.

You keep reaching for something negative to say abt Drew Carey WITHOUT ANY FACTS ON THE TABLE. Usually if you are going to rant or post something here on the boards, it is common knowledge you should back up what you say with FACTS. It would be different if you just came right out and said this:

I HATE DREW BECAUSE HE IS FAT, DISGUSTING TO LOOK AT, HIS SUITS LOOK TOO TIGHT AND OVERALL I JUST DON'T WANT TO SEE HIM HOST TPIR BECAUSE ANYTHING HE DOES OR DOESN'T DO WON'T MATTER TO ME, HE WILL NEVER LIVE UP TO WHAT I WANT. ANYTHING HE DOES WON'T PLEASE ME. HE IS DAMNED IF HE DO AND DAMNED IF HE DON'T.



Irene his weight has nothing to do with my feelings about him, I just feel that he was nervous in too many episodes. And once that is gone maybe he will be fine. I just can't take a nervous man seriously

He is not hosting a political forum. He is hosting a game show. What is there to take serious?

Mind you that is a rhetorical question.

Solomon dear, when we say fill the shoes of Bob, it doesn't mean try to BE LIKE BOB. You take things too literally. You see things as black and white, not gray in between.
Here is an example of what that saying means:

The expression "fill one's shoes" which might correspond with "fill one's boots." The expression is usually used to indicate a person is going to be hard to replace. For example, "When the dean retires, it's going to be difficult to find someone who can fill his shoes." That's to say that it's going to be difficult to find a successor who possesses all the qualities the dean brings to his job.

Drew does possess the qualities that Bob had and more. Drew has experience hosting shows and game shows, he even had his own sitcom, and does stand-up comedy. Two things Bob never did.

Drew has a legion of fans who will follow his work. Bob also has a legion of fans.

Drew has a smile that is real. He is always seen smiling. I have seen him do interviews and guest spots and that guy is always smiling. Very genuine smile.

Drew is closer to the age of some of the contestants on TPIR. Bob was always seen as a father-figure, someone you want to hug and/or kiss. Drew is more like a buddy.

Drew is BEING HIMSELF. Any fan or follower of Drew will tell you (and I am now telling you for the millionth time) the Drew you see on TPIR is DREW CAREY. No one else. He is not pretending to be anyone else.

I find it appalling that you can pass judgment on someone whose career you don't follow, someone you don't like, you have made that clear a few times, you immediately made comments abt his weight WHICH HAS NO BEARING ON ANYONE'S ABILITIES TO HOST A TV GAME SHOW (remember that comedian Louie -forgot his last name- who hosted Family Fued????)

You have made it clear Solomon that fat people are not pleasing to your eyes (Sherri Sheppard, Rosie O'Donnell, Drew Carey, Monique, etc.) that should never be something to rant or review abt when talking abt someone doing their job.

As far as you repeating WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DOES DREW HAVE? Let me give you an example. I can't stand Elisabeth Hasselbeck. When she was chosen to do the View, my thoughts were, "What qualifications does she have?" Well, I can easily say, she may not have had qualifications, BUT SHE WORKED HER BUTT OFF AND PROVED AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS SHE IS CAPABLE OF BEING A CO-HOST OF ALONGSIDE BARBARA WALTERS regardless of the fact she had no experience. Never judge anyone and NEVER ASSUME.

You keep reaching for something negative to say abt Drew Carey WITHOUT ANY FACTS ON THE TABLE. Usually if you are going to rant or post something here on the boards, it is common knowledge you should back up what you say with FACTS. It would be different if you just came right out and said this:

I HATE DREW BECAUSE HE IS FAT, DISGUSTING TO LOOK AT, HIS SUITS LOOK TOO TIGHT AND OVERALL I JUST DON'T WANT TO SEE HIM HOST TPIR BECAUSE ANYTHING HE DOES OR DOESN'T DO WON'T MATTER TO ME, HE WILL NEVER LIVE UP TO WHAT I WANT. ANYTHING HE DOES WON'T PLEASE ME. HE IS DAMNED IF HE DO AND DAMNED IF HE DON'T.


Oh and by the way, I was a Rosie Odonnell fan so you can't say I don't like Fat people on TV-lol

He is not hosting a political forum. He is hosting a game show. What is there to take serious?

Mind you that is a rhetorical question.


Basically he should be pleasant, well spoken, and comfortable on camera. He looked like he was trying to make viewers LAUGH and i'm not sure why he was trying to do that.

Basically he should be pleasant, well spoken, and comfortable on camera. He looked like he was trying to make viewers LAUGH and i'm not sure why he was trying to do that.
He is all those things. He is a comedian. That is what comedians do. And that is what Bob did too. AND THE PEOPLE DID LAUGH. I don't know why you keep implying things that aren't true.

At least with Sherri Sheppard, she says things that are supposed to be funny, but her delivery is not good.

Solomon, stop trying to grasp at straws here, it is looking sad. You keep opening your mouth and everything you say either is a total crock or you have no facts to back it up.

He is all those things. He is a comedian. That is what comedians do. And that is what Bob did too. AND THE PEOPLE DID LAUGH. I don't know why you keep implying things that aren't true.

At least with Sherri Sheppard, she says things that are supposed to be funny, but her delivery is not good.

Solomon, stop trying to grasp at straws here, it is looking sad. You keep opening your mouth and everything you say either is a total crock or you have no facts to back it up.


Nothing wrong with saying a little joke every once in a while but he was doing something goofy with his arms earlier this week before a commercial break and I was just like-"What the hell was that for?-lol

Nothing wrong with saying a little joke every once in a while but he was doing something goofy with his arms earlier this week before a commercial break and I was just like-"What the hell was that for?-lol
Big f****ing deal. So what. Like Bob or any other game show host didn't do stupid, weird or funny stuff before. Like I said Solomon, you are making yourself an easy target by posting such petty stuff. Nitpicking.

Big f****ing deal. So what. Like Bob or any other game show host didn't do stupid, weird or funny stuff before. Like I said Solomon, you are making yourself an easy target by posting such petty stuff. Nitpicking.


Irene when the hell did Bob do something Goofy??-lol PLEASE TELL ME!!!!!!!! I don't recall him acting goofy on stage.

Irene when the hell did Bob do something Goofy??-lol PLEASE TELL ME!!!!!!!! I don't recall him acting goofy on stage.
I never said goofy. Don't put words in my post. Reread my post. I said, stupid, weird or FUNNY. I can't imagine you watched EVERY SINGLE EPISODE OF TPIR. I have seen TPIR off and on since 1971.

DID YOU SEE EVERY SINGLE EPISODE? How could you, don't you work? I have seen Bob stumble on his words, I have seen him forget things, I have seen him do stuff that was either intentional or not intentional but it came off funny, even though that was NOT HIS INTENTION. No one is perfect. But in your eyes people should be and that is not the way the world is. Sorry.

I never said goofy. Don't put words in my post. Reread my post. I said, stupid, weird or FUNNY. I can't imagine you watched EVERY SINGLE EPISODE OF TPIR. I have seen TPIR off and on since 1971.

DID YOU SEE EVERY SINGLE EPISODE? How could you, don't you work? I have seen Bob stumble on his words, I have seen him forget things, I have seen him do stuff that was either intentional or not intentional but it came off funny, even though that was NOT HIS INTENTION. No one is perfect. But in your eyes people should be and that is not the way the world is. Sorry.


Like Elvin told Cliff on the Cosby Show

Irene we can continue to go back and forth but where is it really get us?-lol I think he is kind of Goofy and you don't which is completely fine. I don't expect anyone on TV to be perfect, just look comfortable doing their job and until Drew looks that way I will just not take him seriously as a host


But regsrdless you are still my girl Irene-lol Nothing will change that

Oh and by the way, I was a Rosie Odonnell fan so you can't say I don't like Fat people on TV-lol
Read post #11 by YOU where you call Rosie fat and unattractive:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showthread.php?p=3657821&highlight=ROSIE+FAT#post365782

You need to be careful what you say Solomon, your words come back to haunt you. There are other posts by you where you comment abt Rosie being fat and ugly, but I decided to just post ONE.

Read post #11 by YOU where you call Rosie fat and unattractive:

http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/showthread.php?p=3657821&highlight=ROSIE+FAT#post365782

You need to be careful what you say Solomon, your words come back to haunt you. There are other posts by you where you comment abt Rosie being fat and ugly, but I decided to just post ONE.


But after watching her I didn't focus on it anymore since she was entertaining.

Which is why you can't comment on anyone, especially during their first week or two. Give it a break already and just give the guy time.

Which is why you can't comment on anyone, especially during their first week or two. Give it a break already and just give the guy time.


How much Time?

How much Time?
Oh God, you know Solomon, you have posted that same question at least 20 f****** times already. WHAT THE F*** DOES IT MATTER? Are you going to fire Drew? Do you write out his paychecks? Do you have a say so in how long it takes anyone to do their job? CBS doesn't give a rat's ass what you think. You keep watching the show, that is all they care abt. STOP ASKING THAT STUPID QUESTION ALREADY. As far as I am concerned, I AM VERY CONTENT WITH THE JOB HE IS DOING. And I know others are as well. You are not being funny at all Solomon, just pure annoying.

Oh God, you know Solomon, you have posted that same question at least 20 f****** times already. WHAT THE F*** DOES IT MATTER? Are you going to fire Drew? Do you write out his paychecks? Do you have a say so in how long it takes anyone to do their job? CBS doesn't give a rat's ass what you think. You keep watching the show, that is all they care abt. STOP ASKING THAT STUPID QUESTION ALREADY. As far as I am concerned, I AM VERY CONTENT WITH THE JOB HE IS DOING. And I know others are as well. You are not being funny at all Solomon, just pure annoying.



When I said-"how much Time? Of course I mean how long before it's ok to say heis not Game show Host Material. I know CBS doesn't care what I think, I was just saying to YOU when can I say he is ALL WRONG for the job?

I believe you will never be happy with him. NEVER. You haven't allowed Sherri Sheppard to get comfortable in her surroundings. Every little thing she says, or does, or wears, you comment negatively on. You already have your mind made up abt her. As for Drew, only you can ask yourself that question. It makes no sense whatsoever to ask anyone here how long it will take because frankly, I know he is doing great and in your eyes, all you are looking for is things to make fun of. You are not even trying to get the whole picture.

I believe you will never be happy with him. NEVER. You haven't allowed Sherri Sheppard to get comfortable in her surroundings. Every little thing she says, or does, or wears, you comment negatively on. You already have your mind made up abt her. As for Drew, only you can ask yourself that question. It makes no sense whatsoever to ask anyone here how long it will take because frankly, I know he is doing great and in your eyes, all you are looking for is things to make fun of. You are not even trying to get the whole picture.


Don't know if you noticed or not but I stopped doing the Sherri Sheppard Threads because Tuesday was the first Show she didn't say anything stupid. So I was just going to do those threads until she stopped and she did. Far as Drew, I will just continue to watch this wee to see if anything is different from last week

I just believe you want people to be perfect, and that will never happen. Sherri will say something AGAIN (in your eyes) that will be stupid and you will post here again abt her. You never stop looking for a reason to mock someone on tv that has messed up in your eyes.

i think Soloman's best comes out when he is most aggravated about something; sometimes it seems like he might be trying too hard to make it a serious commentary on something instead of just making the most outlandish, over-the-top statements he can to point out how mad something makes him because he finds it stupid.

you aren't supposed to agree with him every time, and I think that if he doesn't get angrier again soon we should take away his AIR CONDITIONER and make him wear FLIP FLOPS at all times.



I think that side of me would come out every week if the rant was moved to the Sports Board-lol You will defintely FEEL my anger when I discuss sports. I don't get that angry when talking about TV related Topics

It might be wrong of me to get into this right now, but I gotta say something. Solomon, right now you're getting on my nerves. It's one thing to make fun of Sherri every so often. But she hasn't been saying many stupid things on The View in awhile now. Sure, she isn't the smartest person, and it is pretty easy to crack jokes about her, but enough is enough.

About this, sure, we disagree with you. There's nothing wrong with that, because I have done so in the past. But this time Irene is right. You seem to expect everyboyd to be perfect all the time. We all knew Drew wasn't going to be perfect his first episodes, but there's nothing at all wrong with that. Drew is a funny, charming, and average guy, which everyone should want to see in a host. He was absolutely wonderful in Whose Line, and I watched The Drew Carey Show for 9 straight years, never missing an episode. You just gotta give him a chance.

It might be wrong of me to get into this right now, but I gotta say something. Solomon, right now you're getting on my nerves. It's one thing to make fun of Sherri every so often. But she hasn't been saying many stupid things on The View in awhile now. Sure, she isn't the smartest person, and it is pretty easy to crack jokes about her, but enough is enough.

About this, sure, we disagree with you. There's nothing wrong with that, because I have done so in the past. But this time Irene is right. You seem to expect everyboyd to be perfect all the time. We all knew Drew wasn't going to be perfect his first episodes, but there's nothing at all wrong with that. Drew is a funny, charming, and average guy, which everyone should want to see in a host. He was absolutely wonderful in Whose Line, and I watched The Drew Carey Show for 9 straight years, never missing an episode. You just gotta give him a chance.


About the View you are right, which is why no new threads have been posted about her this week. Far as Drew, I have a right to say he was nervous and didn't look comfortable. And I have to say out of all the people who attacked me, I;m surprised that you are one of them because I never said anything negative to you on this board. I been nothing but nice to you and because I make fun of someone you ard obviously a fan of, I'm all of a sudden getting your nerves. I wish people on this board just stop taking sh*t that I say in the rant so seriously and learn to loosen up. I guess next week I will irritate someone NEW because they like somethhing I'm complaing about.

What I find funny Solomon is how you, a TV enthusiast such as you are not more open-minded abt these things. I could see if you said things like this:

Well, it seems Drew is somewhat nervous. It may be because he is brand new and he is trying to establish himself. We shall see how this works out. As for his speaking abilities, I am not that familiar with the guy, does he normally speak this way? Is this how he is on his other shows? It kinda irks me to try and understand what he is saying, I wonder if the contestants have an issue with that.
As for the spinning wheel, is there a reason why a host would ask a contestant why they want to spin when they have .50 or less? I know if I spinned 50 cents, I would want to spin again.


I think you just came off as MR. KNOW-IT-ALL when in fact, you were wrong in certain instances. It just seems to me (I can't speak for everyone else) that if you are going to rant abt a particular thing, you at least have some back up or facts to go with what you are saying. And if you don't, don't assume. I realize it is your opinion, but be ready to hear our opinions as well.

For example, I have enjoyed your previous rants abt TVland because you were correct in stating FACTS. You didn't just bash the station. You posted things that were true abt the station and why we hate it. You can easily see almost everyone here agreed with you abt that. Even your Fresh Prince rant, mostly everyone agreed with you because you had stated facts.

I don't care whether you like Drew or not. But as someone who is going to post a rant, be aware that not everyone will agree with it. I realize that. You and I are friends and we have different opinions on matters, I guess I just see this whole rant as a "blast Drew Carey" without even giving him a chance.

Well don't read them and go away because they are going to continue every Saturday whether you like or not BIG GUY

Says who? Perhaps you should lose your ability to post these things since obviously you feel you are above everyone else here because of your uncanny ability to post 50,000+ times (have a life?)

It is quite apparent from reading Soloman's previous posts when Bob first announced his retirement that he would not be giving any new hosts a chance, so his views have been skewed since before Season 36 even began.

Okay, here are my feelings on Drew Carey. I think he's a nice guy and I can picture myself hanging out with him. However, I don't find him funny. I never have. I bought the first season of "The Drew Carey Show" and didn't laugh at him much, if at all. I never cared for him as the host of "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" I liked the performers, and Drew had some funny moments, definatly, he wasn't never funny. But to me, he's just not reliable for the laughs. I haven't watched his other shows, however, I have seen him host "The Price Is Right." I think he's doing a fine job. No one where I work (Kroger) likes him as the host, but I think that'll go away after Drew's had some more time on the air. By the way, we have a TV in our break room and my lunch is at 11am, so I can watch the first half of "The Price Is Right" every day.

So because Drew's a nice, charming guy, I'm rooting for him to succeed as the host.

I think what everyone's (including my own) problem is is that you didn't try and review the show, you attempted to simply ~OMG BASH-TIME'z~ Drew Carey as the new host, after his first few episodes.

I could see if you said things like this:

Well, it seems Drew is somewhat nervous. It may be because he is brand new and he is trying to establish himself. We shall see how this works out. As for his speaking abilities, I am not that familiar with the guy, does he normally speak this way? Is this how he is on his other shows? It kinda irks me to try and understand what he is saying, I wonder if the contestants have an issue with that.
As for the spinning wheel, is there a reason why a host would ask a contestant why they want to spin when they have .50 or less? I know if I spinned 50 cents, I would want to spin again.

Irene has hit the nail on the head right there - I completely, 100% agree.


By the way, Solomon, just to let you know - if you can't get over Drew's "goofy" image, then just don't even watch The Price Is Right anymore, because trust me, that's not going to change. Drew is Drew. He is silly, and...I don't know how to explain it...just, kind of like a "buddy-buddy" kinda guy to be around, you know? Having watched all seasons of The Drew Carey Show, not to mention its reruns in syndication daily after school on TBS before its contract was not renewed (which was this year), and also Drew Careys Green Screen Show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, and one episode of The Power of Ten, Drew is just being himself.

In fact, I would HATEEE it with a firey passion if Drew were trying to fill Bob's shoes, or just simply trying to be someone else on the show. Gross. I honestly don't think I'd even be able to watch that.

Also, Drew did talk fast. I'm not going to sit here and be a whiny little Drew-fan and not give you that credit. He did. But, I still don't agree with you, simply because it's his first week taking over a show a legend such as Bob Barker has done for 35 YEARS. Try "reviewing" this after the first season, please.

I think what everyone's (including my own) problem is is that you didn't try and review the show, you attempted to simply ~OMG BASH-TIME'z~ Drew Carey as the new host, after his first few episodes.



Irene has hit the nail on the head right there - I completely, 100% agree.


By the way, Solomon, just to let you know - if you can't get over Drew's "goofy" image, then just don't even watch The Price Is Right anymore, because trust me, that's not going to change. Drew is Drew. He is silly, and...I don't know how to explain it...just, kind of like a "buddy-buddy" kinda guy to be around, you know? Having watched all seasons of The Drew Carey Show, not to mention its reruns in syndication daily after school on TBS before its contract was not renewed (which was this year), and also Drew Careys Green Screen Show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, and one episode of The Power of Ten, Drew is just being himself.

In fact, I would HATEEE it with a firey passion if Drew were trying to fill Bob's shoes, or just simply trying to be someone else on the show. Gross. I honestly don't think I'd even be able to watch that.

Also, Drew did talk fast. I'm not going to sit here and be a whiny little Drew-fan and not give you that credit. He did. But, I still don't agree with you, simply because it's his first week taking over a show a legend such as Bob Barker has done for 35 YEARS. Try "reviewing" this after the first season, please.



After the First Season?-lol Whatever

I know-lol Had No Idea it would be this type of Uproar. But my opinion is still the same, Drew needs a lot of improvement because he just looks silly right now


I told you that the price is right fans are the most loyal in television & we love our show!!!!

I told you that the price is right fans are the most loyal in television & we love our show!!!!


well we will see how he does this week

About the View you are right, which is why no new threads have been posted about her this week. Far as Drew, I have a right to say he was nervous and didn't look comfortable. And I have to say out of all the people who attacked me, I;m surprised that you are one of them because I never said anything negative to you on this board. I been nothing but nice to you and because I make fun of someone you ard obviously a fan of, I'm all of a sudden getting your nerves. I wish people on this board just stop taking sh*t that I say in the rant so seriously and learn to loosen up. I guess next week I will irritate someone NEW because they like somethhing I'm complaing about.

Solomon, I never bashed or attacked you. I simply said that you're getting on my nerves. That isn't attacking . . . it's a feeling. Your rant was fine . . . you don't like Drew Carey, you thought he was nervous, okay, we get that. he did look a bit nervous, but he wasn't doing horribly at all. I think it's a refreshing chance to watch him every morning instead of Bob Barker. Today, I believe he's already doing much better than he did last week. You just gotta give the guy a chance is all.

You have been nothing but nice to me at this board. And up to now, I've been nothing but nice to you. But I'm not gonna keep my mouth shut and agree with you when I think you were wrong. The rant was your opinion, now I have mine.

You're not just getting on my nerves because of the whole DC incident. You constantly make fun of Sherri, and you still keep bringing up Rosie. You've done it many times in this thread, and you do it in other threads. Sure, I laugh at your jokes about. I even make a few myself. But you have to know when is enough already. You had no right cracking jokes about her in a thread about Drew Carey.

Take this as you will, Solomon. I'm just saying what's on my mind right now.

Solomon, I never bashed or attacked you. I simply said that you're getting on my nerves. That isn't attacking . . . it's a feeling. Your rant was fine . . . you don't like Drew Carey, you thought he was nervous, okay, we get that. he did look a bit nervous, but he wasn't doing horribly at all. I think it's a refreshing chance to watch him every morning instead of Bob Barker. Today, I believe he's already doing much better than he did last week. You just gotta give the guy a chance is all.

You have been nothing but nice to me at this board. And up to now, I've been nothing but nice to you. But I'm not gonna keep my mouth shut and agree with you when I think you were wrong. The rant was your opinion, now I have mine.

You're not just getting on my nerves because of the whole DC incident. You constantly make fun of Sherri, and you still keep bringing up Rosie. You've done it many times in this thread, and you do it in other threads. Sure, I laugh at your jokes about. I even make a few myself. But you have to know when is enough already. You had no right cracking jokes about her in a thread about Drew Carey.

Take this as you will, Solomon. I'm just saying what's on my mind right now.


I was a fan of Rosie so don't know what you are talking about in that regards. And as far as Sherri, yes I felt she was an embarassment to black women and felt that she should be less ghetto and more intelligent. Now maybe you feel differently about her and that is fine but i'm not going to check with anyone on this board before I rant about why I don't think a certain are right for a certain show. You know how many people I like are made fun of on a daily??


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So I don;t get this whole-"Why are you bashing my favorite actor or show" I really don't

I was a fan of Rosie so don't know what you are talking about in that regards. And as far as Sherri, yes I felt she was an embarassment to black women and felt that she should be less ghetto and more intelligent. Now maybe you feel differently about her and that is fine but i'm not going to check with anyone on this board before I rant about why I don't think a certain are right for a certain show. You know how many people I like are made fun of on a daily??


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So I don;t get this whole-"Why are you bashing my favorite actor or show" I really don't

I think Sherri is an embarassment, too, but I don't make fun of her in every single post of mine. No one's bashing anyone's show on this thread. You said you're opinion, and I said mine. I'm sorry if I offended you in anyway, but I'm not sorry for saying what was on my mind. I believe what you said about DC was wrong after hosting for only a week, but that's your opinion, and I'm fine with it.

Gee,and I thought that I was the most hated ranter on here!Seriously,DREW doing the best that he can under a trying situation.We knew it would be next to impossible to replace BOB BARKER and for DREW to even take a chance like this is to me brave.We shouldn't judge him on one week of hosting.And if Mr.SOLOMON(Like me most if the time)have a rant about a show or host he don't like,then it is just his opinion.We shouldn't rake him over the coals for this!

I think Sherri is an embarassment, too, but I don't make fun of her in every single post of mine. No one's bashing anyone's show on this thread. You said you're opinion, and I said mine. I'm sorry if I offended you in anyway, but I'm not sorry for saying what was on my mind. I believe what you said about DC was wrong after hosting for only a week, but that's your opinion, and I'm fine with it.


I guess I just didn't expect him to be nervous in more than one episode. Not he may change but I was just pointing out he looked like a Fll-in AS OF NOW.

After the First Season?-lol Whatever
What do you mean by that?

Besides, Drew signed a five year contract.

What do you mean by that?

Besides, Drew signed a five year contract.


I was saying whatver to a whole season before someone can say he sucks

So basically, you don't need a whole season to see if someone sucks. In your mind (that is already made up) Drew sucks now and he will always.

So basically, you don't need a whole season to see if someone sucks. In your mind (that is already made up) Drew sucks now and he will always.


No I was saying It shouldn't take until next OCTOBER to know if he is right for the show. I don't know yet because like you said it's still early

I know he is right for the show. Many know he is right for the show. I see no problem whatsoever. He has a few quirks he needs to fix such as the hand in the pocket thingy and his speaking too close to the microphone, I can easily see that and say that those are annoying, but it doesn't take away from the fact he is well liked, he has experience and he is down to earth and friendly.

I beg to differ on this one. I think Drew is showing himself more as a "human" game show host and not some stiff with tons of makeup slathered all over him. Barker should have retired 10 years ago before looking like he was mummified.

Also, I worked at CBS Television City in the mid-1990s when Barker reigned supreme. He was a very unhappy, miserable person who could be mean and nasty.

Say Bye-Bye to Barker and Come On Down, Carey!

Give Drew a break. He's only been hosting the show a week; it's going to take time for him to get comfortable and for viewers to get used to him. I think he'll do fine.

I think the morning is too early to be looking at Drew Carey. I saw a little bit of an episode and I didnt like it.

I say give Drew a chance, I think he's funny. My grandparents don't like him though.

With the fires roaring out of control here in So. California, TPIR has been pre-empted for continuous news coverage!

With the fires roaring out of control here in So. California, TPIR has been pre-empted for continuous news coverage!

I live in Michigan, and they preempted Boston Legal last night and The View this morning for continuous news coverage. I can understand that happening in S. California, but Michigan?

I live in Michigan, and they preempted Boston Legal last night and The View this morning for continuous news coverage. I can understand that happening in S. California, but Michigan?
Yeah, I noticed last night Boston Legal was pre-empted for a special edition of 20/20 (the fires). I was like, "Ok, I can understand pre-empting it here for us, but the whole country?" I bet there were a lot of upset people. :crazy:

Yeah, I noticed last night Boston Legal was pre-empted for a special edition of 20/20 (the fires). I was like, "Ok, I can understand pre-empting it here for us, but the whole country?" I bet there were a lot of upset people. :crazy:


Well I'm glad I decided to record the History of the Sears Tower instead of the View Today-lol

Well I'm glad I decided to record the History of the Sears Tower instead of the View Today-lol

:lol:

I was pretty upset. I love Boston Legal, so to see 2 of the 3 shows I watch regularly preempted this week, I'm pretty upset. Not only that, but The View was preempted for me this morning for local news coverage on the Southern California fires. God, you can't get much local than showing coverage on a different state-LOL

:lol:

I was pretty upset. I love Boston Legal, so to see 2 of the 3 shows I watch regularly preempted this week, I'm pretty upset. Not only that, but The View was preempted for me this morning for local news coverage on the Southern California fires. God, you can't get much local than showing coverage on a different state-LOL
Really? Wow, that is crazy. I know it is a disaster around here, but I had no idea it would make news like that.

:lol:

I was pretty upset. I love Boston Legal, so to see 2 of the 3 shows I watch regularly preempted this week, I'm pretty upset. Not only that, but The View was preempted for me this morning for local news coverage on the Southern California fires. God, you can't get much local than showing coverage on a different state-LOL


I actually enjoyed the history of the Sears Tower-lol Very Interesting, i found out it was built in 1973

I haven't watched it with Drew, and I don't plan to. I just think he's a bad fit for the show who was shoved in by CBS. The auditioning process should've come to a gradual end without someone new obliterating that just because he has another show on CBS now. I just think Drew's style is all wrong for The Price is Right, so I haven't watched it, and won't. I like Drew on Whose Line, but won't give him a try on The Price is Right. He just doesn't belong there. So I watch the guy who should've got the job (Todd Newton) on Hollywood Showdown reruns when I can, as well as Super Password reruns, which run during The Price is Right

I was a Todd Newton supporter initially, but I'm kind of glad he didn't get picked the more I think about it. I liked him on Hollywood Showdown, but Whammy! was an entirely different story. IMHO he was way too hyper, and WAY too loud, just like the revival itself was, and acted like the stereotypical game show host which I could not stand. Hollywood Showdown was different; I thought he was good on there. Volume was just right. It was like night and day.

And when Drew's name came up, for some reason I knew he wouldn't have this problem. In fact, he was the only name that came up that didn't make me say, "hmm... this person would be perfect IF--". For instance, I found myself saying things like "Todd Newton would be perfect IF he's not overly hyper." "John O'Hurley would be perfect IF he didn't start some annoying thing like jump at the losing horns like he did with the Feud 'try again' buzzer last season," etc. This never happened with Drew. Then I saw him host Power of 10 and not leaving Whose Line out of my mind, I was convinced he'd make a good game show host, especially on TPIR. I never found myself saying "Drew would be perfect for the job IF--."