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“American Idol,” as usual, was nominated for best reality program. For the past five years, it has lost out to “The Amazing Race.” The show has one just one Emmy for a lesser category. The other three shows are the same as last year: “Dancing With the Stars,” “Top Chef” and “Project Runway.”

I am a huge fan of “The Amazing Race.” It wins because it’s an amazingly difficult show to shoot and intricately paced and choreographed. And it’s fun. It has never been a huge hit but draws a fairly steady fan base. “Idol,” seen singularly out of context, simply isn’t as impressive as “Amazing” to voters, especially those that probably don’t watch it.

The Emmy folks created a new category for best reality show host and naturally, Ryan Seacrest is nominated. He has a solid chance of beating out Jeff Probst (“Survivor”), Tom Bergeron (“Dancing With the Stars”), Heidi Klum (“Project Runway”) and Howie Mandel (“Deal or No Deal’).

I wrangled a canned quote from Mr. Seacrest via his assistant:

“I am grateful to be nominated in this new category and am thrilled that the academy is continuing to recognize unscripted programs. I am looking forward to attending and covering the red carpet so I can ask Tom Bergeron who he is wearing.”

-And it’s hard to believe but “Idol” has already started auditions today in San Francisco. Atlanta, as noted, is not part of the itinerary this year. For folks in this town who want to audition, the closest city is Jacksonville, Fla. Get more info here.

-Here’s some interesting factoids about Jason Castro. He’s really not a dope. He got a solid 1340 on his SATs and went to Texas A&M on a petroleum engineering scholarship. More here.

-Season two’s Kimberly Caldwell, who has made a nice niche for herself as a host on two shows on TV Guide Channel, has a major hosting gig with CBS’s upcoming show “Jingles.” And yes, the show is about folks coming up with catchy jingles. (See the cross-promotional advertising possibilities!). Gene Simmons will be a judge. It’s always good to see a female host. She should do a good job. Launch date has not been set.

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By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 9:58 AM | Link to this

Idol almost always gets nominated but never wins!!!

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this

And I can’t believe they’ve started the auditions! Where does the time go(besides frittering it away commenting on blogs)?

Also…I frankly don’t see HOW they can give the Best Reality Show host to anyone but Ryan…I mean, seriously!

By Menana

July 17, 2008 10:09 AM | Link to this

With Idol having been nominated 5 times and losing same amount, that in itself should tell the producers that something isn’t working. They need to revamp and see where the problems are and make the necessary adjustments to improve where needed. If I had a vote, Howie Mandel would win for best reality show host. Given the fact that Ryan is good and will most likely win, IMO, Howie is better.

By Lara

July 17, 2008 10:22 AM | Link to this

Just because they are reality shows - or even categorized as competition or games shows - they still aren’t similar….apples and pears so to speak. I LOVE the Amazing Race though…

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this

Gotta agree with Lara….I think this is one genre that encompasses very different types of shows.

And the fact that some of these shows are presented LIVE makes a difference as well. For example, the hosting alone should be judged on a different level when the show is live. Survivor, Project Runway and, I think, Deal Or No Deal are taped shows. American Idol and Dancing With The Stars are both mostly live presentations. That leaves the host to not only manage what happens with the contestants but the time allotment, the mistakes, and the unexpected stuff.

By flats

July 17, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this

Idowhats will win this year and love every minute of it when it’s all over.

By flats

July 17, 2008 11:04 AM | Link to this

Ryan always looks like he had a set slung across his face.

By Menana

July 17, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

Is a game show really a reality show? On one hand, I can see where it would be considered one, but on the other, I don’t know. Game shows have been in existence since early TV came into play. At that time, they were rightfully called game shows. IMO, reality shows aren’t game shows and are entirely different. Yes, you still are in it for the win and money and you are competing with others, but I wouldn’t put them in the same category.

On SYTYCD, here are my picks:

Male solo: 1st - Joshua, 2nd - Will, 3rd - Twitch, 4th - Gev, 5th - Mark

Female solo: 1st - Katee, 2nd - Chelsie, 3rd - Kourtny, 4th - Comfort, 5th - Kherington

Couples 1st Dance: 1st - Ketee/Will, 2nd - Chelsie/Gev, 3rd - Kourtny/Joshua, 4th - Kherington/Mark, 5th - Comfort/Twitch

Couples 2nd Dance: Same as above with the exception of dropping Kherington/Mark to 5th and moving Comfort/Twitch to 4th.

Best overall couple was Katee/Will, IMO.

When Jessica walked on stage, she didn’t walk or looked like she was injured. When she explained what her injuries were, then I understood why I didn’t detect an injury at first. Did I hear correctly, that this week no one will be eliminated? It seems to me that one would still have to cut loose. Someone help me out here. I sorta miss some of what was going by my son coming over (not complaining).

By flats

July 17, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 11:32 AM | Link to this

From mj’s:

Continuing its attempt to organize scribes who work in reality TV, the Writers Guild of America, West, has launched a campaign targeting the hit Fox TV show �American Idol.�

Calling it �The American Idol Truth Tour,� the guild is aiming squarely at Burbank-based Fremantle Media North America, a major producer of reality programming.

Starting today in Daly City, Calif., about 50 reality TV writers and supporters will stage a series of protests in cities where �American Idol� holds auditions to highlight what they describe as the poor treatment of writers in the reality TV industry.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 17, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

Menana i think you mis-heard. The bottom gal and the bottom guy in votes will be eliminated — the JUDGES no longer will handle eliminations, however, perhaps that’s what you heard? and we have the order of the performers pretty much the same; i just didn’t keep as good records as you must have!!! but then… that’s what you DO, right??? but i’m in pretty much agreement; strange to note that while i LOVED “twitchington” i don’t really like kherington alone all that much. Maybe it’s because she’s so tall, but she always seems just a little bit awkward even on solos. Oh well, cuz i think she’s cool. but not the best gal out there, by any means.

my prediction to go this week? Either Mark or Gev and Kherington. Probably Mark, but i’m just guessing here.

later!

By flats

July 17, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this

Adom Scott leads the rest of the no-namers in the british open!!!!Phil MiCkelson..LOL!!!!!!

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this

I’m agreeing with the dance order from Menana. Katee and Will were great in the first dance…didn’t like the second one that much. Still, they are excellent together.

I was very disappointed in Mark. I’ve always loved the characters he creates with his dance and this time…he was pretty flat. Maybe he was uncomfortable with Kherington as a partner…for good reason imo, she just isn’t that good.

By Menana

July 17, 2008 12:22 PM | Link to this

linny, thanks for the clarification. I was amost that eliminations would still be done. I just heard wrong. I do keep records very well. When AI, SYTYCD, DWTS, etc, I am sitting on the sofa with pen and paper. Believe, I do take all kinds of notes then do a comparsion to weed out the weakest to the strongest. Crazy, huh? Or maybe a addict?

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 12:29 PM | Link to this

Lol! Menana. I do that for Idol! I sit watching and making notes on all the singers plus whatever else gets my attention. Hubby’s desk is usually covered with Idol notes during the season…so he knows about the singers whether he wants to or not. I think we’d be called geeks in some circles.

By Menana

July 17, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this

Oh, I forgot. My prediction for the elimination is Kherington/Mark (Gev?)

By Menana

July 17, 2008 12:41 PM | Link to this

It’s good to know that I’m not by meself. Family knows not to call me during the hours the shows are on. Last night when my son came over, he said at least he didn’t call!!!

By DawnH

July 17, 2008 1:10 PM | Link to this

flats - sometimes I think you have a touch of “Turrets Syndrome.” :)

And, as bad as I dislike Ryan Seacrest, of those named, I do believe he does the best job.

As for “reality” TV - anyone ever watch that show where they hook contestants up to the lie detector (forget the name). I saw one show and well, you gotta be kiddin’ me.

Finally, I never really thought JC was a dope, but often thought he was on it.

By Joy

July 17, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this

The host of “So You Think you can Dance” needs to fire her wardrobe people. Where is heven’s name does she shop her clothing.

By Joy

July 17, 2008 1:31 PM | Link to this

The host of “So You Think you can Dance” needs to fire her wardrobe people. Where is heaven’s name does she shop her clothing.

By flats

July 17, 2008 1:39 PM | Link to this

Thanks Dawn.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 17, 2008 1:43 PM | Link to this

LOL Joy some nights Kat Deeley looks fantastic, then turns around and looks like something the cat might have drug in!!! THe worst EVER however was the dress that had a ruffle at the top (the ruffle, btw, looked just like the one at the BOTTOM of her dress last night)… and instead of folding over, it was stiff and standing up… so that it looked like it was going to behead her, lol. Even my kids (male) were ridiculing it.

Menana, i think we have the same results for tonight, probably Kherington and Mark (gev?), LOL

By DawnH

July 17, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this

Ya know I luv ya, Mr. Spartanburg!

By flats

July 17, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this

Dawn…no offense taken.

By flats

July 17, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this

I’ve been..”MR ATLANTA”…”MR LAGRANGE”,and now “MR SPARTANBURG”!!!If i could just get married and my wife csall me hubby!Life would be complete.

By Menana

July 17, 2008 2:09 PM | Link to this

DawnH the show you are talking about is called Moment of Truth. I saw it once or twice and that was enough for me. It can really mess up people’s lives. One couple has already gotten a divorce because of it.

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 2:14 PM | Link to this

That Moment of Truth show ought to be banned! And what kind of idiot would go on the show?

Still, it seems like a set up to me. All the questions are asked in advance so the contestant knows what could be asked. Seems to me he could confess all to his family then say ‘let’s go win $100,000.

It’s a really stupid show.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 17, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this

Moment of truth is EVIL! I’m absolutely convinced it’s produced by pure evil!!! I accidentally watched a freaking COMMERCIAL for the show and was sickened! it’s not funny, nor fun, nor entertainment, it’s just MEANNESS!

whew. sorry. almost got all the way up on the good ol’ soapbox there for a moment!!!

hubby’s always said, and i’ve always agreed — honesty is generally the best policy, but EVERYONE has secrets, for whatever reason. and if they feel strongly enough about not revealing something, that should be respected. [note, i’m NOT talking about the kind of secrets like having an affair or stealing from your boss, i’m talking about things that you feel or think that are purely PRIVATE]

~�@

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 2:28 PM | Link to this

I agree, linny!

Moment of Truth is EVIL!

By DawnH

July 17, 2008 2:33 PM | Link to this

Yep - The Moment of Truth, that’s it. It WAS awful, but why would anyone want to go on that show knowing that the true purpose is to hurt the people who supposedly love you - spouses, parents, children, friends. While the show may be evil, I wonder more about the people who agree to participate!

By Menana

July 17, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this

I totally agree that MOT should be banned. Its not fit for TV viewing imo. That has got to be the WORST program ever. We are under attach from reality TV!!! Lord save us all.

By Menana

July 17, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this

The thought of money can make people do strange and stupid things. No amount on money in the world would get me to go on that show. My family and friends are worth much much more.

Maybe the people who go on it figures this is a way to tell their secrets and hope that by telling them in front of millions, this will soften the blow. I just don’t get it. It’s just not worth it, to me anyway.

By Lara

July 17, 2008 2:58 PM | Link to this

Oh, I agree on the Kat wardrobe issues….the up-ruffle was the WORST!! but sometimes her hair is just awful too - I like it when they just leave it down - much prettier that way. I hate the way she bounces out in between the dancers…I am so afraid she is going to fall one of these days.

By harrietth

July 17, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

Hi, everyone. I did not post today bc I had another long meeting this morning and catch-up stuff this afternoon. I did not watch SYTYCD last night, but did tune in at the end to watch the clips of the performances. Hope to at least record the elimination show for later tonight.

Errands to run, so bye for now.

By Menana

July 17, 2008 3:42 PM | Link to this

Almost to wrap my day up. catch y’ll later.

Drive careful on your way home from the office.

By Dawg hatin' Jacket

July 17, 2008 5:22 PM | Link to this

Are you serious? Seacrest over Probst? Not even close. Jeff runs rings around sissy Ryan. And it rips that Surviror wasn’t even nominated for best reality. None of this other junk would even be around if it weren’t for the grandaddy (and best) of them all.

By Deirdre

July 17, 2008 6:39 PM | Link to this

Jeff Probst is ON TAPE. All his mistakes get edited before they air. Ryan is LIVE.

BTW…I’m a Jacket fan myself! :-)

By flats

July 17, 2008 8:25 PM | Link to this

NICE…DAWGHATENJACKET!!!Thanks for the post!!

By Justin

July 17, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this

AHHH it’s so hard to believe its audition time already!!!! it seems like you have such little time to prepare…its been a month since my exams, which seem forever ago, yet idol has been 2 months and it seems like last night !

By how to run a car on water

July 17, 2008 10:41 PM | Link to this

That really surprises me that Jason Castro is going to Texas A&M to be a petroleum engineer.

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By flats

July 17, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

JUSTIN…IT’S LIKE HEAVEN!!!

By Harmony

July 17, 2008 11:52 PM | Link to this

How to run a car on water, why does it surprise you that Castro might be smart? Just goes to show that you should not judge a book by its cover.

It did not really matter who left SYTYCD too much, I liked all the dancers and did not want any to leave.

I confess, I watched America’s Greatest Dog again. I have to see if the right dog owner wins! The owners I like are still there and they eliminated another overbearing owner, if I were her poor dog I would have probably already bitten her!

By Menana

July 18, 2008 6:46 AM | Link to this

WooHoo, It’s Friday!!!!!!

Finally I got an elimination correct. Dead nab it, I had company who came in at 8:32 and didn’t leave until 10:15 so I missed alot of what happened, but did see who was eliminated.Didn’t even get to see the whole opening number. No suprises at all. I still think the final two will be Katee and Joshua.

By Deirdre

July 18, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this

Morning!

Enjoyed the elimination round last night. It was definitely Kherington’s time to go based on her Wed. performances. I was relieved and a little disappointed that Gev left. When we get to near the end of a show that is based on talent, it gets harder and harder to see people leave…even when you KNOW they should be next in line to go.

By Menana

July 18, 2008 8:40 AM | Link to this

Morning D: At this stage of any competition, its hard to see one go. You have attached yourself to each one in your own way and really don’t want to see one leave. Although, we all know it has to be this way, its sad to see elimination night. You can only hope that your favorite will be saved. I thought Kherington was very graceful when her name was announced. What little of the show I saw, she didn’t shed any tears. She handled it with maturity and dignity.

By flats

July 18, 2008 8:45 AM | Link to this

GOOD MORNING ALL!!!!Greg Norman leads the open!!!!He shot even par again today!!!!!!EVEN AFTER 2 ROUNDS…53 YEARS OLD!!!one hell of a story brewing at the British Open!!!

By Lara

July 18, 2008 9:05 AM | Link to this

Good morning blogsters!! I did not see the results show last night - as I went out to see Candlebox (THEY ROCKED!!!). Seems Twitch may have been carrying that Kherington, huh? or do you think he is getting by on personality? They do say “America’s favorite dancer!” and not best dancer….

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 18, 2008 9:13 AM | Link to this

So far the show has been pretty lucky in that the “favorite” dancer has been pretty near the “best” dancer as well by the end of the show. I would have preferred Mark to leave before Gev, but those two ARE the least of the best guys. Joshua and Will are incredible — Will’s REEEEEALLY growing on me! But I’m with you…Joshua and Katee should end up the finale pair. Probably with Will as the 3rd, but I can’t decide if Chelsea or Courtni should be 4th. they’ve both grown a LOT in skill and performance!

ah well….

later!

By Deirdre

July 18, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this

I’m off until this afternoon…have a good day and keep it happy! :-)

By flats

July 18, 2008 10:18 AM | Link to this

We will D….Dont over do it.

By Menana

July 18, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this

Chelsie reminds me of JulieAnne Hough of DWTS. Wednesday when she did her solo, she looked alot like JulieAnne. Even her dance style. Next week on her solo, see if you can see the same likeness between the two.

This is my choices:

Males: 1st-Joshua, 2nd-Will, 3rd-Twitch, 4th-Mark

Females: 1st- Katee, 2nd-Chelsie, 3rd-Kourtny, 4th-Comfort

If it ends like this I will be a happy camper.

By harrietth

July 18, 2008 10:42 AM | Link to this

Hi, everyone. I am checking in from time to time. Not much to contribute today, but I love hearing from all of you and seeing what you’ve posted. I am curious about the finalists on SYTYCD, but not enough to commit to watching all the time. I see it just enough to know who is whom. I have company here so will be taking the afternoon off.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 18, 2008 11:27 AM | Link to this

Menana, I’m pretty much with you, except the two middle girls could be either 2/3 — i like them both, but i’m impressed with kourtny’s improvement and work ethic — and attitude, frankly.

i too see chelsie looking a LOT like Julianne! commented on that a couple of times this year.

what will be interesting will be when some of the choreographers from DWTS move on, will some of the SYTYCD alumni step in? i’ve seen some awesome choreography from a few of these guys!!!

and did you see the guys dance Nygel’s choreography last night? it was REALLY good.

By flats

July 18, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

Thanks linny…Chelsie wants do her thang without her parents trying to get all her money to fund they’re drug habits!!!Her brother went to rehab last year and relapsed last week at a party.

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 18, 2008 11:45 AM | Link to this

obviously some people are on a different conversation than we are about SYTYCD. Please ignore the ignorant.

By flats

July 18, 2008 12:03 PM | Link to this

YUMMY…The light skin turns me on!!!!

By Menana

July 18, 2008 12:04 PM | Link to this

Oops, I spelled Julianne’s name wrong, not once but twice. Glad you knew who I was referring to. I missed the opening dance last night due to company (they stayed till 10:15..ugh) so I didn’t see alot of it. Some of the choreograhpy is really good, some not so. It will be interesting to know if any will move onto DWTS. It takes a real talent to be able to choreograph the way they do.

By flats

July 18, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this

What happend to my posts???

By flats

July 18, 2008 1:59 PM | Link to this

HEY RODNEY!!!!I had 3 or 4 wonderful posts on chelsie’s problem with energy drinks and energy thangs…got back from lunch they’re gone.i need an answer by 5 today!!!

THANKS…. YOUR LOYAL BUDDY,FLATS!!!!!

By flats

July 18, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this

DID ANYONES ELSE LOSE A POST??????????I’M NOT VERY HAPPY!!!

By Menana

July 18, 2008 2:09 PM | Link to this

Time to head home to p/u hubby. Then to LaGrange and p/u Dad, then to Savannah for the w/e.

Y’ll have a great week-end and will chat with y’ll Monday.

Bye.

By DawnH

July 18, 2008 2:19 PM | Link to this

flats - I didn’t lose a post, but I did notice when I checked in that a few appeared to be missing.

By flats

July 18, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this

Someone out they’re grow a pair and tell me why my posts were deleted?????

By flats

July 18, 2008 2:27 PM | Link to this

dAWN…All i said was the girl is abusing energy dranks and was starting on the 6 hour energy thangs.taking them 4 times a day to do her dance thang 24/7!!!!!!

By DawnH

July 18, 2008 2:55 PM | Link to this

flats, I also remember something about her not wanting mom and/or dad to use her money for drugs…? Anyway, if someone was offended, it wasn’t me. Don’t know what happened.

By flats

July 18, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this

I know who it was!!THE DYNAMIC DUO!!!LOL!!!!!

By Deirdre

July 18, 2008 4:12 PM | Link to this

Back from my day off! I saw Hancock. It was pretty good..nothing special. Will Smith is always nice to look at for a couple of hours, but I have to say the best thing about the movie was Jason Bateman.

I have to wait to see The Dark Knight until hubby has the time to go…he wants to see it, too.

By flats

July 18, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this

D…HUBBY MUST BE PROUD!!!!

By Deirdre

July 18, 2008 4:39 PM | Link to this

What’s on the tube tonight? Is it AGT? Project Runway? Nothing? :-)

By linny ,,,=^..^=,,,

July 18, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this

LOL D, that silly “Dance Machine” is tonight, for what little it’s worth. Reruns of Numb3rs maybe.

I’ll probably either find something on cable or rent a movie — or maybe just read a book. My son goes to play Magic:The Gathering tournaments on Fridays, so he’ll be out … i’ll have the house essentially to myself — niiiiice and quiet!

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