Discouraged TODAY Forced To Re-Use “Snowmageddon” After Rush Of Storms Outpaces Clever Nicknames
Snowmaggedon? Again? With six serious snowstorms so far this season, morning news shows were left with little left in the clever branding cabinet. Snowpocalypse, check. SnOMG, check. JetBlue Airlines suggested a new one: “Snowprahwinfrey.” Meh.
TODAY put Al Roker, Meredith Vieira and Matt Lauer out in the cold amid a foot or more of snow in Rockefeller Center–and a massive snowpile assembled by plows–to talk about the Snowegoagain. And Roker surely made everyone’s morning by telling us there are two more snowstorms on the way. Delightful. Snowverit.
New York’s “Ice Car” Owner Talks About His Winter: “It’s Going Okay”
From the Fantastic Files this morning comes the story of New York’s “Ice Car,” an Audi wagon encased in a tomb of ice after a water main break. On NBC’s TODAY this morning, Matt Lauer and Meredith Vieira chatted with the oddly good-spirited owner of the “Ice Car,” Peter Helfer, who was basically still so excited about having found a parking place in New York, that the whole car-frozen-solid thing was just, you know, details.
‘Comedy Is Comedy’: Glenn Beck Defends Hate Speech Charge To Meredith Vieira
Glenn Beck appeared with Dr. Keith Ablow on The Today Show as they promoted their self-help book “The 7.” Meredith Vieira first questioned Beck about his goal in writing a book more focused on individuals than on politics, to which Beck replied “we fix our country by fixing ourself.”
“The Size Of The Package Is Important” And Other Classic 2010 Moments From TODAY
Oh, what a year it’s been. Al Roker sorta somewhat suggested that Meredith Vieira‘s assets might be artificially enhanced–a suggestion she shot down in graphic detail–and Matt Lauer lost it over the unintended humor of a segment that discussed the important of “package size.”
So take a few moments, won’t you, and look back fondly at the many ways our TODAY team has been suggestive, offensive and otherwise highly amusing for a group of people who get up waaaaaay too early in the morning.
Great Moments In Journalism: TODAY Interviews Annie Lobert, “Hooker For Jesus”
Thanks to our friend Meredith Vieira, you’ve pretty much got the cover you need to watch the new Investigation Discovery series Hookers Saved on the Strip. This morning on NBC’s TODAY, Viera sat down with the star of the three-part documentary, Annie Lobert, a self-styled “hooker for Jesus” who still works the strip, but now on a mission to save girls still involved in prostitution.
Dan Abrams Discusses Disturbing Sorority Cyber-Stalker Case On Today
This morning, Dan Abrams, Mediaite’s founder and NBC’s Chief Legal Analyst, went on Today to discuss a disturbing story that’s been affecting a number of colleges in the south east. Some person or persons have been messaging freshmen girls pretending to be affiliated with a sorority they’re pledging. The perpetrator has long conversations with the girls, getting their personal information all for the sake of the sorority and “sisterhood,” before moving onto sexual requests (nude photos and the like) and, finally, violent threats. One of the most disturbing elements is that campus and local police currently have no leads in the case.
Matt Lauer Laughs Uncontrollably When Guest Discusses Importance Of ‘Package Size’
Matt Lauer had Jean Chatzky stop by the Today show studio to discuss ways for consumers to handle the rising price of food. Lauer, however, was barely able to handle the conversation itself, bursting into a fit of laughter as Chatzky delved into the importance of “the size of the package.”
The Today Show’s Full-Staff One-Take Good-Time Viral Video
If this doesn’t make you smile then you really need to lighten up: the entire Today Show staff — anchors, correspondents, producers, directors, makeup artists, lighting, sound and camerapeople and a dude who can apparently ride a unicycle all teamed up to do a one-take viral video for the Black Eyed Peas’ “I Gotta Feelin’” — and it’s delightful. The whole thing snakes in, out, and around 30 Rock in what clearly is way more fun than the last thing *you* did at work. You need to watch this right now.
WATCH: Rachel Sklar Talks Marie Claire Controversy On ‘Today’
This morning, Rachel Sklar, editor at large of our sister siteMediaite, joined plus-size model and icon Emme on The Today Show to talk about the brouhaha surrounding Maura Kelly’s size-ist “Should Fatties Get A Room?” post for Marie Claire.
Dan Abrams Talks Charlie Sheen On Today: “You’re Allowed To Be Naked, You’re Allowed To Be Drunk”
Have you been tossing and turning at night, wondering what Mediaite founder and NBC Chief Legal Analyst Dan Abrams might have to say about Charlie Sheen‘s latest bad behavior? If so, you’re in for a treat—Abrams appeared on the Today Show this morning, where he weighed in what might be next for the troubled actor.
Dan Abrams On Petit Home Invasion: Defense Attorney “Knows He Has Almost No Case”
The trial of, Steven J. Hayes, one of the suspects in the Petit Family killings, began this week and his defense attorney, Thomas J. Ullmann, has attempted an unusual tactic. While he didn’t deny his client’s involvement in the gruesome torture and murder of a Connecticut family (he did however blame the other suspect, Joshua Komisarjevsky, for turning the planned robbery violent), Ullmann blamed the police for not stopping the two men from killing the family. This morning on Today, NBC’s Chief Legal Analyst and Mediaite founder Dan Abrams claimed this was a sign that Ullman “knows he has almost no case.”
Pastor Terry Jones Tells Meredith Vieira “I Was Lied To” Over NY Mosque Deal
Yesterday’s news and media circus surrounding the threat of “Burn a Koran Day” came to a rather spectacular climax when Pastor Terry Jones announced a “deal” to end plans to burn the Islamic holy text if Imam Rauf would consider moving the controversial Islamic cultural center planned for lower Manhattan. Turns out that there seems to have been some miscommunication, or in Rev. Jones words, he was “lied to.” In a bizarre and rambling interview with Today‘s Meredith Vieira, Rev Jones reminds us that his 15 minutes should be ending sooner rather than later.
Blago Media Tour Begins: Reality TV, “Dim Bulb” Comment Discussed
Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich said on the first leg of his media tour that he may do another reality TV show if the opportunity presents itself.
But isn’t this all reality TV at this point? Today Blago sat down with Meredith Vieira of the Today show, who didn’t hold back on firing hard-hitting questions (that Blago deflected).
The Rod Blagojevich Media Pseudo-Victory Tour Will Hit Daily Show On Monday
For most people who have been following the Rod Blagojevich corruption scandal and subsequent near-acquittal, the only question left to ask when he was found innocent (sort of/not really) of 23 of 24 corruption charges was how long it would take for the media-loving personality to come running back to television. Answer: three days. Blagojevich will be on Today tomorrow to describe his court experience and will be paying Jon Stewart a visit on Monday.
Dan Abrams: Jet Blue Flight Attendent Steven Slater “Unlikely” To See Jail Time
As employee freakout extraordinaire Steven Slater is out on bail and awaiting his inevitable TV career, book deal, action figure series, and exclusive Slater-brand line of “Emergency Slides for Kids,” the Today Show decided to discuss the more pressing question: is everyone’s favorite airline employee (at least since what’s his name landed that plane on a river or whatever) going to wind up in jail? NBC’s Chief Legal Analyst and Mediaite founder Dan Abrams thought it was unlikely. Moral of the story, if you’re going to break the law, do it awesomely.
Dan Abrams: Mel Gibson Tapes May Not Have Been Recorded Legally
Now that the initial shock of the Mel Gibson tapes released by RadarOnline has worn away, much of the conversation has turned to whether or not they will be admissible in the bitter custody battle between Gibson and Oksana Grigorieva. However, Dan Abrams, NBC’s Chief Legal Analyst and Mediaite’s founder, appeared on the Today Show this morning to discuss another wrinkle in the case; the tapes may not have been recorded legally.
Al Roker Busted On-Air Checking Out The “Spectacular” Breasts Of Meredith Vieira
Well this happened. During an otherwise pedestrian tease to an upcoming segment this morning on the Today show, host Meredith Vieira asked Al Roker if he “could spot fakes.” The ever-comedic weatherman paused for a beat and appeared to briefly glace at Vieira’s chest, which elicited a delightful reply from Ms. Vieira, who eventually defended her breasts by saying “they’re real and they’re spectacular!” Sure it may have been a staged bit, but it was funny and entertaining nonetheless. Check it out after the jump.
Lady Gaga Takes Over Today Show, 20,000 Little Monsters Show Up
We braved the brief bouts of rain and 20,000 Lady Gaga fans to attend the biggest concert in this year’s NBC Today show series this morning.
Styleite has all the behind-the-scenes pictures and videos – we talked to Senior Producer Melissa Lonner about what set the Gaga concert apart from others.
Dan Abrams: Investigation Into Al Gore Sex Scandal Not Likely To Lead To Charges
News broke last night that Portland Oregon law enforcement authorities are reopening the investigation into claims that former Vice President Al Gore sexually harassed a massage therapist in 2006. NBC Chief Legal Analyst (and Mediaite founder) Dan Abrams appeared with Meredith Vieira on Today this morning, and predicted that this investigation will open and close without any charges brought against the former Vice President.
Your Next Reality Star? Today Show Talks To Teen Sailor
The 16-year-old who attempted to sail around the world was on NBC’s Today show for an exclusive interview this morning.
Now that she’s safe, the follow-up question becomes – was this part of an attempt to land a reality show? Maybe.
Dan Abrams: Kyron Horman’s Family May Suspect Stepmother In Disappearance
The father of missing Oregon boy Kyron Horman, Kaine Horman, has filed for divorce from the boy’s stepmother, Terri, citing irreconcilable differences and filing for a restraining order. Mediaite founder and NBC Chief Legal Analyst Dan Abrams appeared on Today this morning and told Meredith Vieira that all signs point to the investigators telling the family something about Terri Horman that has them distancing themselves from her.
Teen Charged As Accomplice In Beating Says C-Word Live On Today Show (UPDATED)
A 13-year-old girl who has been charged as an accomplice in the beating of another Florida teen, Josie Ratley, was live on the Today show couch with Meredith Vieira, her aunt and two lawyers.
While describing texts she saw, she didn’t hold back in saying the c-word – twice.
Dan Abrams On Today: Video Evidence Stronger Than DNA In Van Der Sloot Case
Early this morning came the breaking news that Joran van der Sloot had confessed to the murder of Stephany Flores, a 21 year old, in Peru. Mediaite founder and NBC’s chief legal analyst Dan Abrams appeared on the Today Show this morning to discuss the confession and the case. He told Meredith Vieira that, despite whatever evidence the Peruvian prosecutors could come up with, some video evidence from the night may be the most damning against the suspect and may have even caused his confession.
Dan Abrams Predicts No Conviction in Georgia Teacher Molestation Case
The town of Catoosa County, Georgia has been absolutely torn apart by the case of beloved kindergarten teacher Tonya Craft who has been accused by three young girls of molestation. The people of the community are split down the middle, either vilifying the teacher or calling the trial a “witch hunt”. This morning, Abrams returned to the Today Show to tell Meredith Vieira about the problems both sides in the case will have with their witness testimonies and how the prosecution’s may very well cost them the case..
Meredith Vieira Says “Oh Sh*t” On Today While Texting And Driving
Today host Meredith Vieira got all scatological today, during a demonstration of how what can happen when one simultaneously texts and operates a motor vehicle (or cool video game that simulates one.) OMG! What is the world coming too? Jane Pauley never pulled this crap!






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