TV News Review

CNBC’s lighting problems this morning left Rick Santelli looking like the Incredible Hulk for a few minutes.
Rick as the hulk:
And a few minutes later as his normal self:
Whether disguised as the hulk or as the mild mannered financial reporter, I always look forward to Rick’s reports from the Chicago Mercantile.
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The fiercest competition for Cable News viewers is during the 8 PM timeslot. While many long time ratings leaders are losing viewers, MSNBC’s Countdown with Keith Olbermann is gaining viewers.
Olbermann seems to have found a balance between presenting the news, biting commentary delivered in quick sharp punches, and humor.
Tonight Olbermann’s opening story was the […]

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