I am quite puzzled that NBC has fallen into the trap that is TLC and Kate Gosselin. Perhaps this is why Kate appears on The Today Show and Meredith refuses to ask her the tough questions.

I'll be interested in NBC's "spin" on this.

Kate has been on NBC's "Today" morning show before sobbing "poor me" that she can't pay her bills to keep a roof over her kids head or feed them Then in the next breath Kate says with excitement that she's going to replace her wedding ring with a mother of pearl with diamonds...for the kids (of course).

No one on the "Today" show asked her real questions or challenged the fact that she's made millions of dollars $ off her book and other endorsements.

Clearly NBC is pro-Kate and in cahoots with TLC. They have a deal going on like a you scratch my back, I'll scratch your back kind of thing with NBC promoting Kate.

Doesn't surprise me that they got someone from NBC to interview Kate. No real questions will be asked of Kate.

If there is going to be an interview, it should be on NBC, not TLC. What are they going to ask her that she has not been asked already? We will see a "controlled" interview with TLC involved. I wish someone could do an interview that catches her in all of her contradictions and outright lies. Kate's "high road" must have many levels. I have not seen her take what I call the high road yet.

I think the reason behind is Kate is a poor interview all around. When Kate is on her own "turf" so to speak so does better. She can't help herself but when she is in that "interview chair" she sure has an ego the size of I do not know what? Help me gang. (Her showing on Larry King, Today and View call in was just pitiful in my eyes. cold, shallow, rehearsed, manipulative...well that is how her show was last night too)

NBC must be succomming to the pressure of that almighty $$$$. We are starting to leave our convictions at the door anymore. I do not even know this Morales cuz I just do not watch alot of morning cuz I am supposed to be at work.

Hey I have unsuccessfully tried to stay away from it. I commend you Z for calling your colleagues out on this.

It also buys more time for JON to have an epiphany and allow his children to be filmed. TLC & Kate are not stopping this anytime soon. And, it looks like the advertisers are on board to.

I myself called Gloria Allred's office this morning at 323-302-4774. I want to donate $$$$ to the legal fight to make laws against children on reality shows.

I don't believe a reputable news organization would take on this tabloid mess, but the Today show has thus far given Kate airtime on their show for everything from their divorce announcement to her accusing Jon of emptying the bank account. I was shocked that they allowed Kate to come on their show and basically air her grieveances against Jon. It amazes me that this is still continuing.

"Jon & Kate Plus Eight: Never Before Seen"

What a wonderful world this would be if that could have been the case!

Z..

You are the tv specialist, have you seen this happen before? Can you think of any other instances where 2 stations are involved in one program, if they aren't owned, etc by the same corporation?

Plus, I'm wondering what is "Kate: Her Story" going to entail? Is it going to be the "born in a log cabin, watch me grow" sort of thing or will her "story" start the day Jon left the house? Of course, Kate has said in interviews that she doesn't remember the day that Jon moved out.

Haha.. what spouse doesn't "remember" the day the other moved out of the house?

Plus, isn't Natalie Morales the one who was almost crying along with Kate's "tears" in an interview and asked such fluff questions? And, when Kate, as we know she does, replied in her usual foggish (sorry for the pun) manner, was allowed to get away with the non-answer.

This should be quite the hour. And, after November, what can TLC be doing with Kate?

Get ready for more lies. The woman wouldn't know the truth if it jumped up and bit her on the nose.

Journalism is dead. It seems big business owns everything these days and the message is pimp and promote, spin and sell, do whatever it takes to gain ratings. NBC loses all credibility teaming up with TLC to test Kate's marketability.

I don't think this interview is anything but a tit for tat gesture by TLC. Jon was interviewed by Chris Cuomo for a ABC primetime program and I think that TLC is just trying to get in their digs in the same manner. My only complaint about this is that you know it will be controlled by TLC so there won't be anything of a critical nature probed in the interview. Questions and answers will probably just be a reenactment of last nights program. I would rather see Al Roker do the interviewing because I suspect he is not to impressed by Kate and her lies.

Hey... being Z is in Baltimore and the Neilds are in Baltimore, what makes me think that Mrs Neild (and sons?) sit with their morning coffee reading Z's articles and blogs?

Also, I wonder which poster is really Mrs Neild? (eyeing Irene)

Oooh, Irene, watch out! Z

Z, was this taped earlier this month? I do not think this will be live so it is just more PR for Kate's new career. What do we need to know now? She ran her mouth for an hour last night. That had to have been taped before TLC dismantled the set a few weeks ago?

Well, THIS explains Kate's kid-glove treatment on the Today Show!! I always wondered why the Today Show had her on so much and why it just seemed to turn out to be a Kate-fest; now we know there is a business relationship between NBC and TLC after all.

This just proves that you always have to know the source before coming to a conclusion about ANYTHING.

While I've never considered The TOday Show a hard-news program, I *thought* it was at least "neutral" in presenting whatever it was calling 'news'. They should have mentioned their relationship before or after "interviewing" Kate Gosselin.

I will never view The Today Show with the same 'trust' I did before.

No I do not believe this to be appropriate.

I see TLC as milking Kate for all they can get before turning her lose, its kinda sad she doesn't realize that because of her ego.

I can't see why NBC would seek out Kate. I mean what she's gonna be the next Hero on Heroes, what will her power be........not to mention she's not as good an actor as even the extras on the show.

For a news commentator to do something like this is just to me shows how sad a shape our media is in this nation.

NBC has been in Kate's (or TLC and her publicist's) pocket for a while now. I have no expectations that this "interview" will be anything other than a complete, air-brushed puff piece. News organization my Aunt Fannie. NBC and Natalie Moralies should be ashamed of themselves for participating in this farce.

Thanks for catching the NBC involvement. The only way this would be interesting is if TLC lets Kate wing her way through the interview without pre-approving questions. Won't happen. Obviously, some deal was worked out. Why is TLC so engrossed in promoting Kate Gosselin? She is an no-talent, no-class individual who plotted her way to exploiting her children for financial gain. She is no hero, she offers nothing, but somebody at TLC is pulling out the stops for this woman. Eileen O'Neill perhaps? Thanks for digging to find out the NBC/TLC connection. It is odd that Morales will be on TLC, not NBC for the interview.

Could it be that because TLC can no longer film at the house, they have enlisted NBC to do it for them??? Can't imagine NBC going along with that but its just a thought.

Maybe. But I certainly think TLC could rent space. Thanks. Z

I am tired of hearing about Kate Gosselin. Her sob stories are ridiculious. She doesn't have money to pay her bills or take care of her children. Ok, what happened to all the money she has made off of them. She is a fake, media hogging, lying, person who uses her children as a means. She needs to let it go and get a job. A single mother my behind. What single mother do you know have nanny's. What single mother on tv sobbing about not having money to pay bills because her soon to be ex husband took money out of their joint account---why weren't you out there looking for a nursing job. She doesn't need her own show, she is not a celebrity. She is a fake!

NBC is going down the tubes and grasping for anything that will bring them viewers,money and publicity. What a shame! Natalie Morales getting mixed up in this will bring her nothing except the loss of her reputation.

Who ever said that NBC was a news organization??? NBC stands for "Nothing But Cr*p

As I am reading these comments, I realized that I don't ever watch NBC.

Funny, that never crossed my mind until now. Recently, I watched the few Kate interviews on NBC, but other than that, the channel could be gone from my cable, for all I know.

Other than that, NBC offers nothing that I am interested in. But, I really am interested in the reason for this collusion of stations.

Ok.. so THIS is interesting..

I was looking at the website for Discovery Comminications. I clicked on the Corporate links (who's who?).

Seems that David M Zaslow, President & CEO is an esteemed alumni of NBC Universal.

Apparently, while at NBC, he was instrumental in launching CNBC and also created MSNBC.

Hmmmmmmm.. the plot thickens?

PLUS.. geeez, I need a life! haha.

Not true about needing a life. Many people just consume media passively and trustingly. Folks at this blog are taking media apart and looking under the floorboards to see why they are doing some of the questionale things they do. Thanks. This is interesting. Z

The Today show (& Meredith Vieira) lost all credibility with me after their first Kate puff-piece, & I've quit watching it. I get the morning news online now--takes less time and seems more objective. I suspect Natalie Morales will probably come to regret this "career" move.

I could see why ABC & The View got in Kate's camp as they are owned by Disney, a TLC sponsor. I believe GE's a TLC sponsor.

Could GE/NBC really be going to such lengths to prop up the Kate exploitation-lie-fest, just so they can continue to have that show as an advertising outlet? Wow--gives new meaning to the phrase "Soul less corporation."

Z-I'm glad you're looking into it. Any word on Monday's ratings?

Hi,
Got the numbers on viewership for last night's BS Fest?
Pro-Wrestling seems more real at this point, at least it looks like it hurts physically.

May NBC burn in hell with TLC, they are losing their viewers too, No??

Hey SM, I'm working it. I'm working it. Ha. Z

Any votes on if Barbara Walters is mad right now? They put up with Little Miss Moffet for 3 episodes and NBC scores the interview partnership?????

marieE we are all in the same boat girl. Don't worry we may as well enjoy this.

Just trying to catch up after my weekly 36+ internetless hours out of town. Missed the "show" last night (as planned) but driving in a mist for 2 hours was probably more interesting don't you think?

Now this really has me wondering what is going on...

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/33451720/ns/entertainment-celebrities/

z ~ Thanks for all your research!

I think Natalie loses any ability to call herself a journalist if she's doing a TLC-approved fluff interview with Kate. But then again, I don't remember really considering her a journalist in the first place. Today isn't the show that comes to mind when I think hard-hitting journalism. Actually, very few media sources can wear that badge anymore... be they cable news, newspapers, or even "news" shows.

Guaranteed, it will be more of the "I did it for my kids" garbage.

I'd love to see "60 Minutes" take on TLC, reality show children, and the Gosselins. Perhaps after "Balloon Boy", they will.

Hi Karla, Thanks. I do not think this is a good thing for Morales' career. Credibility is a journalist's most precious commodity. Thanks. Z

In this conglomerate conspiracy, somewhere, someone is calling all the shots and using their leverage to say, "put Kate Gosselin on TV". And all this activity and commotion is for a woman who has no talent, no redeeming qualities, no personality other than being mean-spirited, and no use for another human being, including her own children.

Katie Irene has sold her soul for baubles and bangles and promise of a career. You are right Kate, it's too late to turn back because you've burned too many bridges.

Since you are a scholar of the Bible, you might want to keep this verse on one of your sticky notes:

"Pride goeth before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall."
Proverbs 16:18

I agree with Natalie Morales will lose some credibility I think doing this interview.

Please I hope "60 Minutes" never does an interview with Kate. I like them and I think that would really hurt their credibility. I appreciate their real jounalistic news program.

What is the relationship with NBC and TLC. Wouldn't you think NBC would want to air the interview for the ratings?

That was supposed to be I agree with Karla, I left her name out. Anyway Karla good point about Natalie Morales losing credibility, I think so too. I was shocked to see Meredith Vieira doing an interview with Kate too. NBC must have some reason for all of the interviews tjhey are giving Kate.

Gosh I'm so excited!!!! More Kate talking about Kate answering Kate-approved questions about Kate?

Riveting. Wow. I'll probably learn something I already learned in the last Kate interview of Kate talking about Kate answering Kate-approved questions about Kate.

I'm almost too bored to be snarky. (didn't watch, seriously couldn't pay me enough money, see I'm not KATE!!! Won't watch the next non-interview either)

When oh when will it END!?!? All it is, is KATE TALKING ABOUT HERSELF. WHO CARES!?!?!

It just goes to prove even TLC realizes she is a talentless hack and they can't figure out what she can do besides talk about herself. Over and over and over and ovvveeerrrrrrrrr. She should have a video weblog and be done with it. All Kate, all the time.

Snore.

Great satire, Heather. I love it. Thanks. I am even thinking I would like to take a pass. But I might have to take another one for the team. I hope I am still standing after I get through taaking all these for the team. Z

Do you remember when Kate was on NBC Today Show with Meredith Vierira?
Lower staff said she was a diva and Kate ripped Meredith and her questions. I found it odd, if the story above is true, the Today Show immediately came out defending Kate and that she would be welcom anytime. But we all know how rude and demanding she is especially those not drinking the kool-aid.

I vote for Nancy Grace or Bill O'Reilly, Neither would let her spin because the Spin Stops Here!!! LOL

Almost every day anymore there's "new" news about Kate. Has there ever been a push for one measely cable TV show the likes of this?? I certainly can't recall anything like this happening before.

A couple of comments, then I have to run errands, including going to the landfill. I have a new pair of 4" heels that I thought would be appropriate for going to the dump and I can't wait to wear them.

When I saw the names Aretha Marshall and Sharon Scott, the first thing that came to mind is, are they school buddies of Eileen O'Neill's or somehow connected to her? Dare I mention some kind of "good old feminist" link?

As I commented yesterday on another article, there is a definite dumbing down of America going on. And it certainly is happening in Journalism schools anymore. Television commentators now have to be picked for how they "look" on TV. Edward R. Morrow may not have made the cut. I haven't watched a morning talk show in years because they don't say anything interesting. It's all for entertainment value (ratings) and TV people have determined we the people could not digest anything meatier than mindless drivel they produce day in and day out.

Perhaps my memory is foggy, but I seem to recall when cable first came on the scene they were going to be the alternative to the big networks and provide programming for the thinking person- not the mind-numbed robots, but obviously there's more money to be made by keeping everyone is a state of blissful ignorance so they can promote their own selfish agendas. Afterall, the President of the US thinks we're collectively dumb enough to sit still for abolishing free speech.

There are still a few good programs out there. If I actually took the time to program my remote, I'd probably have 5 channels max.

Thank you for your reporting, Z. You do not walk lock-step with so many of the other media outlets. I live in Arizona and I have to laugh when I realize the first thing I check in the morning is the Baltimore Sun.

Its clearly some sort of business deal, but i'm not sure why any of this is still going on. Seriously why are networks giving her any attention. Is it just me or what, I do not see the attraction honestly. You just get to wake up one day and say I want to have tiv shows or be in a movie. She has no natural talent, the TLC show was only on because there was so many kids. No one in these business jumps on everything they get asked to do, she must work cheap. I keep saying it, but it will end and I can't wait, narcissists have to have a supply and when there isn't one, she will fall apart. Nothing she does is going to last, so why bother.

Oh O.K. now it does make sense!..Jons camp said before that he is involved in a "David and Goliath" type war (TLC and NBC against Jon) No wonder people.!!! I was wondering why a big time newsperson would even put their self on a reality show, it's because Kate is technically their paycheck to!!! Well now I am sticking behind just Jon (not that I have any power like the networks) But, this is UNFAIR Kate is just as bad if not worse and he has nobody in his corner and for that matter neither do the kids. C'mon guys this is not right!

I'm almost done with the whole mess. I'm glad the kids have stopped being filmed, and now that Gloria Allred (sp) is involved, it seems like there may be some positive movement toward regulating the use of children in reality tv shows. Both of those issues are good news, and I hope they continue to be good news.

Jon will probably make a few more missteps here and there, but not for lack of trying, I think he will find his way and protect his kids. At least he shows them affection and they, him also. Kate will eventually fade away. She is nothing without her kids as far as being a tv presence. There is simply nothing there. TLC can have her give a gazillion interviews. It won't make any difference. She will never have a career--who the heck would hire her for 1) her lack of talent, and 2) her overblown, egomanical sense of entitlement? She's an absolute nightmare. She's toast once the last few episodes TLC airs run out. Really, what else will she do? Paula Deen apparently has not picked her for her talk show--funny, isn't it, how Miss Katie has been VERY QUIET lately about her wish to be a talk show host--now it's movies. Maybe next week it'll be a ballerina.

She will be done by 2010---as long as Jon stands firm and does not allow the kids to be filmed. It really hinges on him now.

And Z if you do watch, wow. Pure torture.

PLEASE make this woman go away...She is trying to be someone that she isn't.. I personally find her sickening...She should be spending time with her children and less time trying to be someone that she will never be.

You know everyone we should just write a book together. All the bloggers submit such great things. We could collect a variety of essays, even the Kate interns can participate.

Since it looks like Kate might have alot of time on her hands after November she could promote our book. You know that quote by Beth Carson, "I wrote it she lived it." This just might work. After seeing her on that couch last night. I just can't dream of making her go work at Mcdonald's. (And, literally it is for the sake of the many many good workers there)

Ok...time for the nightshift to come on duty. My head is a spinning, my wheels a turning but I must go home and be a mom because the nanny, gardener, and housekeeper girl must go home.

Radaronline is reporting the ratings for last night's show at 3 million. Can you confirm and was this for the entire hour? It seems many folks tuned in initially, then tuned out when they realized it was just nothing new.

Heather.. Don't know if I'd count Paula Deen out just yet. Kathy Griffen tweeted yesterday that she was having dinner in California with Kate, Paula, and Steve Nield.

And I'm with you, Aly.. I live in Indiana but know a lot more about what's going on in Baltimore than I should!!

And just because I don't remember if this was discussed or not: Kate is scheduled to be on Ellen tomorrow.

Has anyone ever seen such a force of nature? She has been on every channel but National Geographic, I think...

Hello from canada and happy belated birthday Z - stumbled onto your blog only after J&K invaded my little corner of the world very recently.

I read the article in vanity fair and found it very very revealing when kate commented that she now knows how princess diana felt being chased by the press all the time.

I watched part of the hour show last nite and was very angry at myself for wasting my time. Kate really needs to be taken down a few pegs - her over-inflated ego is going to burst at some point.

I dont understand how TV works (rating etc), but can you explain to me briefly why they think kate is such a commodity that they would go out on a limb for her. I found her self-centered, self-absorbed.

Thank you.

Aly and FreeTheGosseliin8,

I agree I am from Ohio and the Baltimore Sun is on my facebook page. That is what makes the blog so interesting, all of us from all over the country connected to the blog.

National Geographic will probably be next. I think she has had more TV interviews that President Obama, but as far as I know he has not been on National Geographic yet either.

Have a great evening.

Gosselin 8,
Don't give he any ideas. If she filmed her
C-section then it's off to National geographic

Natalie Morales loses credibility for participating in this. That's too bad, I used to have some respect for Ms. Morales.

I say let Kate keep talking. She is digging her own grave.

This whole Gosselin drama started because Kate went on the Today Show to refute Jon's allegations of cheating. She SHOULD have just ignored it. Since then it has snowballed into what we see today.

Kate is her biggest enemy but she doesn't know it. It's her sick narcissism and desire for fame that is her downfall.

Hey Karen just took a peek to check on the nightshift. Don't worry Karen we all share some of the same feelings. We are just grateful to have a place to vent cuz this has been a crazy ride.

I will tell ya'll something I did not see this clip on the show. But, someone sent me a clip from TLC webisode about Nursing. Kate was asked about Nursing her sextuplets true to form her reply & all the facial drama to go with, she emphatically stated it was "quite impressive she kept up with the sextuplets milk in the NICU & SHE takes GREAT PRIDE to have given them LIQUID GOLD."

I just had to give the evening shift a slice of that pie. So, Karen, Aly, Avis, Freegosselin8 and all...when that ego deflates & I have no idea when that is...it isn't gonna be pretty. 1ST she is God's gift to her mom & dad 2nd she is God's gift to Jon. 3rd the sextuplets 4th the television world. Why does she like us the best? Can someone please answer me that? Anyone?

You know what else National Geo does......Locked Up Abroad

Now that is a real deterant of a show. I would pay money to see Kate in a Nepal or Venezuela jail and of course in high heels, but course as an actress

Boy I must have low blood sugar to think of such things. Well off to fed dogs and myself.

David Z, I really enjoy your column!

I look forward to the day we all laugh that 'reality tv' ever came to fruition. My mind is boggled with the realization that some people actually find that drivel entertaining.

Maybe you can answer this question: WHY do people we might assume have a sincere interest in being credible news reporters stoop to pandering to the reality tv audience by interviewing (and with kid gloves yet!) NO TALENT, NO CREATIVITY reality 'stars' like Kate Gosselin? Seriously, WHY do they sell out?

I don't think this will do Natalie Morales any good, but probably no harm, either. She is taking the job her employer has assigned to her. I won't be confusing this assignment as news, rather more like an ET special (which only matters to the people who confuse celebrities with importance of some sort anyway).

As to KG's aspirations: There are celebrities I don't think have any talent, yet they get film jobs; only casting directors will know if KG is worth their time and trouble. The best thing about it is, her children will no longer (presumably) be filmed as a means to her paycheck. While I have no intention of watching her in anything ever again, I do not wish her ill. I hope she succeeds and has a happy life.

It's just tooooo easy to change the channel, thank goodness, and that's exactly what I intend to do.

Look at TLC's scheduling in late November - they are totally changing their programming lineup and are now promoting a lineup with Dateline and 48 Hours episodes and less and less reality shows.

Have Kate and Jon brought on the end of reality TV programming? We can only hope...

Avis - Re: those stories from Kate's appearance on the Today Show... I'm obviously not in the entertainment industry, but I'm guessing that the fastest way to turn off potential guests is to have staffers go public with a guest's demanding ways. At the time I thought it was most likely true, but the Today Show covered for her so as not to risk alienating future guests.

Irene - I'm cracking up that someone suggested you might be Mrs. Nield! I'd feel worse if you hadn't compared me to Jon's lawyer yesterday. That still stings... :)))

When did journalism die? I missed its funeral.

Gosselin 8 - I read that Kate and Paula both had booths at the Maria Shriver convention, so that might account for that dinner. The posts on Paula's website around the time of the momlogic taping were all very negative and they were clearly from longtime Paula fans.

Did I really read that Kate said on the show last night that she gets dressed up for the bus stop for the kids?? Ugh. I consider myself a really good mom, but I am more than willing to admit there are some things I do for my kids, some things for my hubby and some things for ME (and it's a glorious thing when those happen to be the same thing)! But by consistently stating that EVERYTHING she does is for the kids, it makes me think that quite possibly NOTHING Kate does is for the kids...

Why is a news show like NBC doing these ET type interviews with Kate Gosselin? We really are going
Polliwood, mixing the news with the entertainment industry. Before too long Kate probably will be in the movies. And then she will run for President.

Maybe the David (Jon) v Goliath (TLC, NBC) battle is why Jon's lawyers keep quitting. The take him as a client then get briefed and understand what they are dealing with … and then they run.

It's interesting, intruiging, and CONCERNING that NBC and TLC are partnering in this. I don't like the implications of a cable tv network, primarily airing unrealistic reality programs, reaching into what is SUPPOSED to be a national news organization. It's uncomfortable to say the least and the message it's sending about who is controlling the news in this country is concerning! Not wanting to bring politics into this discussion, but with the White House looking like it's trying to manipulate coverage of the news, I'm even more disturbed by exactly who and what is controlling coverage of the news in this country today.

I guess we'll know how far TLC has reached into NBC's questioning power of Kate on Monday. I guess we'll also know on Monday if Meridith Viera's questions of Kate were controlled by TLC by the tone of the questions on Monday nite. What/who else is TLC controlling? Who is controlling whom?

WHY is TLC trying sooo hard to make Kate Gosselin look good? What are they afraid of? Why are they pushing so hard for her success? Do they really have that much invested in her success? I'd think they'd be happy if Kate and her troubles would fade away, but apparently I don't know the full story.

NBC News promised to get back to me this a.m....I'll post after I talk to them. I am concerned, too. Thanks. Z

Z,
It's interesting that TLC's lineup for the rest of November still lists the show as Jon and Kate Plus 8 rather than just Kate Plus 8. Is this a mistake or are they really airing the shows under the old title?

Hi, I had the same thought. I am going to talk about the name business after I hear from NBC News today. I'll put it all in one post. But I wondered, too, why they are still calling it "Jon & Kate." To me, it is now "Kate Plus Kate." Z

I want to know how much TLC is paying Kate for this interview.

Just read on another web site that the viewership last night for KATE was 3.0 million. Apparently TLC released that number to them. Also, pixs on Radar showing Steve and Kate fleeing an empty book signing booth in hot pursuit of coffee! Guess those fans who waited 8 hours for her autograph in the past couldn't make it to this conference?

Hey Patti, I am going to check out the photo. i thought TLC might have fed it to radar given the false context radar gave to the numbers. I trust you saw my earlier comments in which I said 3.0 million is no victory for kate or TLC by a long shot. Thanks. Z

Aha! Yes, i just had an aha moment. Is NBC grooming K8 for a job on the Today Show? ie, fluff pieces on raising children, organization, etc?
OMG! say it ain't so! Scary thought....

I get the feeling this interview next week will be a big slamfest on Jon. TLC wanted an interview format, but did not want it on a different network since TLC is suing Jon for appearing on different networks. I know Kate had appeared on other ones before, but TLC would not want to create any perceived ammunition for Jon's camp.

I am still so PO'd that Kate did not attend yesterday's hearing. Hopefully the court will not keep giving her this sense of entitlement. Does she have a lot of appearances scheduled for the rest of the year?

Irene....
Why does she like us the best? I didn't think she did. But if she does it is because we are just the little people whom she keeps under her shoe, does her bidding and strokes her ego.

I saw a some of 18 and counting. What a difference in families. The mother answers questions with kindness and no snarkiness. What I loved was that they taught the kids self control. No instant gratification to keep them quite. What bugs me about them is that they don't send their kids to college. It is obvious true love in that family.

HotDog,

You asked "When did Journalism die?" I completely get your point, and it terrifies me.

The line between truth and "a story" has become blurred beyond recognition. People get there "news" from entertainment TV shows and/or online tabloid sites. It is really scary how many people immediately and automatically believe that the information they get from these sources is true and accurate.

Some of the supposed more "respectable" news programs on the big networks are now sloppy in their fact checking and research (or lack thereof). There seems to be no accountability at all anymore for putting out false truths or unsubstantiated claims. We have all seen this over and over again with this whole Gosselin saga.

In the end, it all has to do with power and money. So NBC and ABC and CNN (and probably CBS and FOX and every other money-chasing network) are very willing to get into bed with TLC on anything to increase ratings. If that means they need to go easy on TLC's pets, well, they have shown how willing they are to do that.

Right now, Kate is a sure-fire ratings bonanza BECAUSE people have such passionate negative feelings about her behavior/attitude/treatment of her children. It is not the Kate admirers and apologists who are driving this frenzy. There aren't enough of them anymore. It is all of us who are desperate to see her unmasked and called out for her actions.

Every time TLC advertises another interview with her, we hold out great hope that THIS interview, THIS interviewer will FINALLY be the one to get it right. It is not going to happen until TLC is finished with her. And they WILL be finished with her at some point.

There is nothing I would savor more than to see a true source of Journalistic integrity (like our friend, Z) take on this whole farce, including investigating all the connections between TLC and other media that have refused to be objective in questioning or covering Kate.

OK. I'm done tonight. I need to get my blood pressure down. Someone pass me the sippy cup, please.

Suzi J glad you liked the Mrs Nield. If you go to the spin o rama blog you can see where the imaginary Mrs Nield replied.

Sorry about the Lawyer thing that was in bad taste. I was being a Jon and getting way too caught up in the moment. You are by far one of my favorite posters. :-)

So, Ms Morales gets the interview on Kate's turf. List of people unable to open the vault.
1. Jon (& he is married to her)
2. Larry King
3. Meredith Viera
4. People Magazine
5. The ladies of The View

So, I am supposed to believe in the Kate orama spin orama world we now swirl in that Kate will come out of this whirlwind and give her most "intimate" moment now.....
November 23 November 23 November 23 ~ what will I do after November 23?

Hey Z,

Are you on twitter?

Hi Brig, For the moment, the answer is no. But the Sun has some exceptionally talented folks who send out tweets on some of my posts along with a million other things they do. I can hook you up with that for the time being if you are interested in knowing what I'm up to at Z on TV instantly. Please check back and let me know if that helps -- and if that is why you are want to know. Thanks. Z

As a long time employee (37+ years) of NBC's parent company, General Electric, I must say I have been very frustrated and embarrassed that NBC continues to drink the Kate Gosselin kool-aid. This lastest announcement is just more evidence that NBC programming is going down the "tube". Even Jay Leno pokes fun at NBC. I watch the Today Show out of a sense of loyalty to my employer. But more and more I find myself not turning on the TV and getting my news online and entertainment programs elsewhere.

Z,

I did read that the November 23rd episode of Jon and Kate will keep the same title Jon and Kate Plus 8 and this is the last one they have filmed. Then the show is suspended, so maybe the name change will be negotiated after that.

It is interesting why NBC is producing the interview and using one of their journalists and running the interview on TLC? Is any of this interview going to have any new footage of the kids?

Nosing around the Women's convention website trying to find Kate Gosselin. (It took a little while)
What I found?

Her picture sitting on stage being interviewed.
She was listed as a speaker for "A night in the village" although video of her is not available.

She is listed with her picture it read, "Kate Gosselin" "How she empowers others." "Kate Gosselin keeps very busy with her 8 children (8 year old twins & 5 year old sextuplets) Featured in TLC'S SHOW, Jon & Kate plus 8, Kate enjoys spending time with her family, traveling with her children and cooking. She is the author of 2 books, Multiple Blessings & 8 Little Faces, & is currently working on her next book project" copyright 2009 women's conference.

Oh please just let me have the 1st stab at this. Kate is very busy working, (away from her kids) she is featured in Tlc's show, (notice they didn't say HIT show), we all know too well she loves to travel (although she missed out on the Statue of Liberty because of JON) And, yes she can say she is an author, glad she is working on another book (I just would rather read Jon's book.) Whew! Z how do you keep up with this woman?

I am grateful that we have someone with your resources to question what in the world is going on with television these days. I agree this NBC/TLC cooperative interview is extremely disturbing. Whatever happened to unbiased reporting? I guess it's given away to all the intertwined business relationships. TV journalism is a joke these days. Obviously The Today Show was in TLC's pocket all along. It didn't take a rocket scientist to see that when Kate Gosselin was interviewed or from the frequent People magazine editor Kate Coyne's love fest appearances regarding Gosselin.

Hi Z, are you on Facebook? I'd love to become a fan if you are.

Look, this whole Morales/Gosselin show is nothing more than corporate conspiracy. The muckety-mucks at NBC & TLC are in bed together. NBC is TLC's defribillator to keep this farce of a show breathing.

I used to love J&K+8, about 3 years ago when it started. I was endeared to this family and marveled at their trials and tribulations. I was engaged at the time and sooo looking forward to starting a family of my own and for whatever reason, this show struck a chord with me.

Then, like most people, I got tired of the blatant product placement, I got tired of watching the Gosselins go on all-expense paid trips (who can relate to that? in this awful economy, no less?), and, probably the biggest reason of all, I could not sit down, after a long day at work, to watch Kate rip Jon to shreds.

I haven't watched the show in probably a year and I will not watch any show that includes Kate "the Witch" Gosselin.

Back to Morales...she's shooting herself in the foot. Unless she goes unscripted and really - and I mean REALLY - puts Kate on the hot seat and grills her, forget about it. More scripted, easy questions gently lobbed to Kate. We've already seen that how many times with Veiera? Gag me.

Kate is a pathological liar. She wimpers on the set of the Today show, but then you see her make love to the camera on TLC. This woman is bonkers. Totally & completely bonkers and, for the life of me, I CANNOT UNDERSTAND why mainstream media is infatuated with this talentless, heartless, soulless, brainless, egomaniac.

One more thing - and then I'll get off my soapbox - who cares how much Jon Gosselin demands for an appearance? Kate makes anywhere from $50K-$75K per episode, so, by my calculations, her hourly rate is 5 to 7 times that of Jon's.
AND she demands $25K for live appearances, including round-trip, first class airfare, luxury hotel, the whole 9 yards.

I'm done. Get this woman off the air, she's a danger to society.

Hi Kathleen, Yes, I am on Facebook. Please do sign-on. Thanks. Z

I think it finally makes sense. All the interviews, tv appearances, phone calls in … every time she pops up it is simply because all the media outlets are affiliated with each other. if any of them make her look bad, it hurts them all. That's why she was never asked any hardball questions, AND why Lisa Ling was the only one of the View who tried--Ling was the only host who wasn't an employee. Kate NEVER steps foot outside the circle, except in the case of Vanity Fair, which made her look immature and conceited. I guess VF is not in the circle? TLC won't make that mistake again.

This is the best explanation I've heard as to why she JUST WON'T GO AWAY.

So which affiliated film studios will she be seen at next?

Good Morning fellow bloggers & our fearless leader, Z!!!

This "interview" with Natalie Morales really chaps my hiney & one doesn't need to look far to see that the powerhouse of TLC is fighting for & backing Kate Gosselin 150%.

How is it that it's OK for Kate to give interviews to Larry King (Jon did also but did so "without permission"), The View, The Today Show, the upcoming interview with Natalie Morales, she is on Ellen today & while I don't necessarily consider them truly reputable forms of media, they are certainly more reputable than The Insider, Radar Online & the like. Kate & those behind her make it seem like her story has never been heard, but in truth, she's been out there telling her story for months now and WITH permission from TLC, whereas Jon, is being sued for doing the exact same thing.

Most of Jons detractors say he only goes on trashy shows, like The Insider, Extra, etc but what other options does he have at this point? He went on Larry King and was promptly sued for breach of contract only a few days later & this was AFTER Kate was on LKL. It really scrambles my brain that Kate fans say it's perfectly fine & dandy for Kate to talk to the media outlets that she does, but the same can't be said for Jon. I really don't get it...at all.

For me, I won't consider a media source, interview, etc. reputable unless they present both sides of the story, which is why this blog & Z have my utmost respect. If Kate is allowed to shill her story to NBC, ABC et al, then Jon should be afforded the same courtesy, but of course, TLC won't allow it. By having Kate on "reputable" news shows, it makes it seem like she is taking the high road where Jon gives interviews to Radar Online & The Insider, making him look sleazy and that is exactly what TLC wants.

This interview with Natalie Morales won't be any different than any other Kate slanted story & completely reduces Ms.Morales as a journalist in my opinion.

By the way, Z is there any chance of you interviewing Jon down the road? I doubt Kates handlers would allow her to be interviewed by you based on what we all discuss here, heaven forbid someone allow the truth to seep in :)

Anyone seen Alex M?

Suzi, marieE, Sherry T, Holly, Avis,freegosselin8, Donnie we need to find him.

If NBC and TCL are somehow connected, I don't see how they will do other than fluff or background questions. They will not shoot themselves in the foot.

Z...are you sure you want us rowdy fans on your FaceBook? LOL

There is one thing I just can't understand about the whole situation... Why does she feels the need for a bodyguard (he has been around a long time) I live in Calgary Canada, last month Keith Urban was here for a concert and during that day He went with Nicole Kidman and their daughter to the Zoo and were able to do that without bodyguards and still have a good time and talk to people without being overly bothered. I mean really if they can manage that why can't Kate get her kids on & off a school bus without a bodyguard?

It baffles the mind what the heck is going on with the PR that surrounds this woman and the media that is pandering to keeping her afloat I just don't get it?

I watched this show from the begining but basically stopped right after the vow renewals, it infuriates me that they think we are just that stupid!!!!

Is TLC assuming that if we see a "real" reporter questioning Kate that we will believe the interview is less edited/scripted and thus more honest? Isn't that a fairly dim opinion of the viewing audience?

What "story" is Kate possibly going to tell? She has already told far too much (and way too many lies) in various publications for this to be considered newsworthy.

The 3 million number is a huge loss for TLC (and a huge win for those of us hoping that Kate will soon go away). A few posters on Z's ratings game late last week (who several theorized might be TLC employees based on their almost identical writing style) guessed ratings to be in the 7-9 million mark. I'm guessing that is the range of ratings TLC was expecting. Given the episodes nearly-universal bad reviews, it is hard to imagine they don't understand that putting Kate on by herself is helping Kate dig her own grave a bit faster.

I'm wondering if Eileen O'Neil's career at TLC might be a little too closely linked to that of Kate Gosselin for her to take a step back and make objective decisions. So instead we see this crazy push to promote the career of a woman who is pretty mediocre in every way. Desperate people do desperate things, and Kate Gosselin and Eileen O'Neil both seem a bit desperate these days.

Irene -

I was totally kidding! Believe me, no one is harder on lawyers than other laywers. Actually, when I graduated from law school, my parents threw me a little bash in their backyard. On the invitations, my dad wrote "Please, no gifts. Just bring your favorite lawyer joke!"
:))))))))))

AND … she was on Ellen today? WHY?!?!?

HOW MUCH OVEREXPOSURE CAN ONE PERSON GET?!?!?

What the F does she have to talk about?

Z, I think I'm lost again. REAL celebrities don't talk this much.

z...hold onto your head. It will exploid

LA Times

Gosselin may yet have some staying power as a cultural icon

I didn't catch it, but from some early reports I've read Kate didn't do herself any favors today on Ellen (and Ellen was her typical nice self). Apparently Kate used her "it's all for my kids" and "it's a paycheck" standard lines. Kate even brought up the new ring she wants again! Kate's quote: "I'm very into symbolism, and I found a ring that had eight little diamonds surrounded by mother of pearl, me and the kids."

It has to make you wonder, does Kate not have access to the internet? Is this the best she can do with a whole PR team on her side?

Z, thought you might be find this interesting.

http://www.jewishvaluesnetwork.org/events.php

I don't know of the show "Shalom in the Home, " but then again...I have boycotted TLC, so I'm not in the know on their programming : )

Seriously, thought you'd like to check it out.

Kathleen @ 10:43am - lol - I hear you. I'm in Halloween mode and lookie here -
I found some uncannily similiar quotes from Kate and a fictional character. All you movie enthusiasts will recognize who "JT" is.

KATE G. -on 'Today' interview - "I am a contract honourer. When I put my name on a piece of paper the situation may change but I want to do what I say I'm doing."
(JT -" I have signed a letter of agreement in which l've accepted that responsibility. Has it ever occurred to you what would happen to my future if l fail to live up to my responsibilities?")

KATE G. - on 'Today interview' - "I wish he would think harder about it because it has ended our income and our paychecks and our opportunities and it's a situation where we are still enjoying it."
(JT -" It is so typical of you to create a problem like this when l finally have a chance to accomplish something! When l'm really into my work!")

KATE G. - on Home Sweet Home episode speaking to Jon - "Thanks for interrupting me...I love when you do that...(continues)...now would you like to speak? It's so irritating that you talk over top of me. Still...how long have we done these interviews? It's like you would learn by now. aaaccchhh."
(JT - "...let me explain something to you. When you come in and interrupt, you're breaking my concentration. You're distracting me and it will then take time to get back to where l was. Understand?")

JT us Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) from the Stephen King movie "The Shining". Put that in you halloween wig and smoke it Kate.

Do not forget Comedy night on ABC guys. The Middle & Modern family are definately gonna make it. Modern family is growing on me. Crazy families like we all are these days.

Gosh Z you must me slammed to the hilt today~ Or are you holding out on us?

Like maybe you scored an interview with Kate Gosselin because we all adore her so much & she wanted to show her appreciation by buying you a $170 lunch.

Hang in there.

This is just televisions way of trying to be relevant.

When we can find anything we want to know about anything on the net, tv producers and execs surely must be shaking in their boots.

Reality TV and the "NEWS" stations that follow/support it is nothing more than a last ditch effort to get people to tune into an outdated medium.

Appealing to the lowest common denominator at the very least ensures people are getting paid...on the backs of those getting fleeced.

No disrespect Z, I think you do a great job dissecting this thing called television, though I get the feeling you must feel like a coroner.

Wow! TLC has opened up a can of worms. Not only do we have the story of the breakdown of a reality TV family, the exploitation of kids, greed, PR spin, but now added in the mix are the incestuous relationships in corporate television. This just blows my mind.

Jon is a threat to TLC and that's why the support for the non-talent Kate Gosselin. Holly, you made some great points.

Oh, Holly girl TLC knows exactly what they are doing down to the last rating.

That is what started this whole fiasco in the 1st place. Tlc has a contract that these two parents initially signed with no lawyer on their behalf to back it review. It is a detailed, Tlc makes all the moves contract. Well, when it all starts to crumble. One parent is basking in the REALITY world the other has a different opinion. Oh, my head is spinning....you all know the whole story...
The moral is Jon signed his name to a contract Tlc probably has every right to sue him. My only defense for the defenseless is this isn't a normal situation, there are 8 children involved. All we ever hear about is for the sake of the kids. Sometimes, I think the bloggers care more about these children.

Did any of you happen to see kate on Ellen today. I didnt even know she was on the program, but a friend told me it was too good to miss...

and kate is right - she should be in the show business. She deserves an academy award for her performance first when she said "I would die for my kids" and a single tear ran down her face...

and second - her comment "a certain keeps talking, while Im being quiet - she has hit every talk show to date, and was on a talk show discussing her life - but she's keeping quiet

She is really clueless.......

I almost peeded my pants laughing so far.....

Apparently Kate was panhandling for a job and a mother of pearl ring on the Ellen show today. (strangely enough, when asked if the kids would get matching rings, kate said they could get a job and get one on their own--what happened to the money THEY earned on the show?)
Her performance was littered with 'ums', and it seemed incredibly awkward for both Kate and Ellen.

On a side note, do you think the remaining episodes are still carry the old title, since they were filmed before Jon said to quit filming?

I would also like to know if the family receives payment for old episodes that are shown.

Since Kate was begging for a job today, do you think the talk/cooking show did not go through?
thanks!

Oh Lordie Bee....I am rolling over these comments. They are great.

Chryseee too funny ~ you really need to do stand up comedy.

Suzi J I kinda agree did not see the Ellen show but I could hardly find reruns on webisodes on Ellen's site.

Zayna the coroner comment gets you a Blogger of the day nomination me....

Oh, I almost really want this show to go on...just for the sake of the bloggers of course....Have a great night!!!!!!!

Avis- we must read the same papers. Although Balt Sun rocks!

You can watch kate on the ellen show through youtube......

I found the ELLEN webisode of Kate Gosselin. As my grandmother would say, "For crying out loud Katie Irene get yourself some clothes that do not expose everything!"

Truly, did anyone see her try to sit down and move the mini skirt.

And, my grandmother would also say, "For pete's sake Katie Irene shut your mouth before you embarrass yourself any further"

Truly, did anyone hear her comment about the show being taken from her and the kids too soon!

Oh, Lordie bee...see is believin' & hearin' is beleiving.

This is truly ridicously ridiculous!

Chrysee: OM Gosh, that was hilarious! Thanks for the laughs!

I didn't see the Ellen show, but heard Kate didn't come off too great. Real phoney and wore a mini skirt that showed her legs all the way up to...... there. Guess she was trying to flirt with Ellen?

Also, in another article about the Womens Conference in CA, seems Ms Kate's big interview lasted 5 mins. She was on and off. Plus, not a huge line for her book signing, but some kool aid drinkers were there.

Then, of course, today we get the "big news" that Kate has renewed her nurses license in PA. Give me a break! Guess she needed attention this week to lead up to the "MY STORY" next Monday. I'm surprised TLC doesn't have her do an interview in her nurses uniform. Of course, with all the changes she has done to her body, it probably won't fit. Does TLC and Ms Kate really expect us to believe she will return to nursing? DORKS.

Oh.. and.. IRENE.. its not my day to watch Alex, he knows where we are.

Well, it certainly didn't take TOO long, did it?

Seems Ms Hailey is giving The Insider a 2 part interview.

She's wining about how Jon is "emotionally abusive" to her, calling and yelling about his troubles. And she says "I shouldn't have to put up with that" And she says he has "trouble with the truth", Ummm..does that mean he lies?

But, then, she goes on to say that she won't leave him because she loves him"

When will this guy learn, its TOO early for a relationship and when he gets one, lets make it with a WOMAN, ok? Not little girls who are loving the attention, even though they say they don't like it.

Ohhhhhhh yeah.. this should be interesting!

Good article regarding Kate's "priorities"

SINGLE PARENT GOSSIP.COM

"Do you feel sorry for Kate Gosselin?"

I just read something uplifting. And boy, did I need it. This whole TLC/NBC controversy has left me bummed out"ish." Ellen D. told Kate that she sounded like she was talking in code. I love that. Apparently Ellen doesn't know much about Kate. Maybe Kate has been given a small dose of real reality over that past couple of days.

I have to see that. I was chasing all over yesterday, and fell behinde on this one. PS NBC News says we'll talk today about Morales and the NBC/TLC relationship on Monday's show. Thanks. Z

Watched the Ellen interview on YouTube. It was horrendously horrendous indeed! How quickly Kate turned snide and snarky when asked if the children would get rings to match the "8 diamond surrounded by mother-of-pearl" ring she plans on buying. Her response? "When they get a job." Hmmmm...probably not the most appropriate statement when you're under investigation by the Department of Labor, Kate!

Well, I think it's safe to say Wernersville was missing it's idiot today...

Thanks Irene, Marie...it's just not right.... Stephen King has to work hard making up these weird personalities to fit into his storylines and along comes Kate fresh off the turnip truck with all the character aspects he sweats his cajones off to develop. Not fair.

I'm still holding out hope that it will catch up to her. She's been running around CA for the past week telling everyone who will listen that she's a mother first and foremost and yet her children are 2500 miles away. With five and nine year olds that far away, I'd be nervous. I wouldn't be able to get to them fast enough if anything happened to them. It's not like she has a career because she doesn't. I have yet to hear her define what exactly her career is. If she's the hands-on mommy she declares she is, why the heck doesn't she go home and BE one.

Sheeple...surely you can answer for her in her absence? Your silence has been deafening.

... What network has ever gone this far to rescue and promote a no talent non likable person after her show has tanked. She wasn't even a celeb b4 the show. You go figure.

I just watched the Ellen show with Kate Gosselin on You Tube. I was struck by the fact that, when asked about how she deals with being on the magazine covers, she said, "I won't lie."

That is just so telling to me. I think she lies all the time and has to clarify when she isn't lying. I think her whole life is a lie. She claims to be the doting mother, yet when was the last time she actually stayed home with her children. I have tried to give her the benefit of the doubt, but when she is continually promoting herself on show after show, I have to say, Kate, yes, you are lying all the time. It's not for the kids, it's really all for YOU! Who is this media blizt for? The children I'm sure would rather have you at home. This whole thing plays out as some sort of wierd experiement to see what the public will fall for. It's actually starting to creep me out.

One other comment about the Ellen show, I think Ellen was trying to get Kate to realize, by asking her, "why do you think people are so enamored, why do you think you're on so many covers?" that hey, Kate, do you think it might be because you're a freak show? Ellen made a good point, she's been in the business for years and is not on the covers of these sleaze peddling magazines. (she didn't use these words). But the point she was trying to make to Kate is that there IS a reason that Kate is on them. This is a freak show, a train wreck, and it makes good fodder for these types of magazines. So, Kate, get a clue! You aren't on these magazines because you're a great person, or a great mother, or a great actress. You're on here for people to leer at and jeer at and basically feel better about themselves. For God's sake woman, next time you go in for a boob job, maybe you should opt for a lobotomy instead.

Radaronline has a photo of Kate with Natalie Morales filming at a ritzy shopping area in LA. Ohhhh yea, this will be a probing interview all right.

From what I've read about the Ellen appearance, it seems that Ellen gets it. The comments about Kate talking in code (doesn't answer questions), buying her kids rings (um spend some of the money on the kids, not yourself you selfish idiot), and telling her she didn't really know who she was (um Kate, you are NOT a celeb) are priceless.

Great, subtle way for Ellen to "play nice" without having to suck up. And Kate's so obtuse she doesn't even realize she was being called out.

The questions is: Does TLC get it?

Z-be sure to check out pictures (Radar) of Kate and Natalie shopping at The Grove in L.A. prior to their sit-down at 'the swanky Four Seasons Hotel'.
Will SOMEONE take this vile b!tch down already?

I plan to boycott any products advertised on any show that Jon and Kate are on. That's the only way we can keep these 2 idiots off the air.

I think it is GREAT!

I used to think the same thing. But, reality has set in and they just find more advertisers Sandy.

I don't know about you guys, but I'm waiting for the Kate doll to come out. A talking one. When you pull the string, she says, "Ummmm, I do it all for my kids." And, "See my new ring?" And, "Heeellloooooo".

Where did that come from Marie. I love it. Can the doll please say, " I am a mom 1st"

And, Marie will the proceeds be going to Kate's favorite charity? Kate

A doll I guess Jon could market a hot rod with a Barbie doll.

LOL

All I can say is "THANK YOU" for writing this article.
I also wrote NBC and so did a friend of mine, letting them know what we thought about permitting a so-called "journalist" to interview someone like Kate Gosselin (easily, the award winner for Child Exploitator of the decade -- even over Richard Heene). And it wasn't good.

There are pictures -- many of them -- of this so-called reporter fawning all over Kate, looking enamored and like a groupie.
One would think she was interviewing a head-of-state.
It's disgusting!

I've never seen such UNethical behavior.

If NBC thinks this is going to help them. It is not. No one ever asks Kate the questions that need to be asked or challenges her "pat" answers, which she repeats in every interview.

It's like they don't "get" that the majority of the intelligent public sees this for what it is - Child Exploitation on a Grand Scale such as we have not seen before on TV.
If you read ANY of the supporting posts for this show, they are clearly from people who have, at best, a third-grade reading and writing level -- certainly not the kind of viewers that advertisers are spending tens of thousands of dollars in sponsoring the show and expecting a return on their investment.
These people are NOT going to buying their products - so it is money thrown into a vapid pit.

Once gain - thank you for exposing the hypocrisy of these networks.
Now we have added NBC to the list of networks we no longer watch (including TLC).
Seriously - we don't.
It is our little way of saying "we don't approve" and there is simply too much choice out there for you to think we are that stupid to fall for your LIES.

Thank you. Elaine. I am glad you let NBC know how you felt about what its news division is doing. Z

We are so over John and Kate - the networks need to let it go

What?! Did I just her Kate Gosselin say that the reason she doesn't take the children to church is because there are only 9 people in the family? Wow!! Kate's constant manipulation is a bore. Quite frankly, I find it very disgusting. I am beginning to lose respect for TLC for continuing to air such foolishness. Those poor babies deserve so much more.

I must of the minority then. I believe Kate has maintained extreme self-control when it comes to her soon-to-be ex Jon. You are crucifying her because she doesn't want to 'bad-mouth' the father of her children because she continually provides 'pat' responses, however, my guess is that she will soon - and, in a classy way no doubt. Why should Kate use her own money to totally support their children? You can rest assured Jon wouldn't put anymore money than he has to to support these children. Seems he is of the belief that because Kate has earned more money than he, she should pay for everything - including his public daliances, judging by the way he summarily removed $180k from the (arbitrator set up) account to care for his children and maintain the home they live in. I'm glad, from a woman's perspective, she held him accountable for his actions. Further, we need to remember that TLC is under legal action from Jon - my guess is that they partnered with the NBC in order to side-step any legal issues. Also, why shouldn't a single Mom have a career? Frankly, bravo to Kate for continuing to earn a living. With Jon's antics, she'll probably be the one having to pay for 8 weddings, 8 medical bills, 8 university educations, etc ... no doubt, he'll be outa money by then - he'll be too busy trying to pay for his fun and $1500 night hotel rooms! All-in-all, Kate is a strong woman ... women have screamed for decades and now that a woman has the strength to move forward with a career (and still have 8 children) - people find it necessary to belittle her. My hats off to Kate - you go girl.

What a waste of airtime!!! The bait and switch continues. Kate Gosselin is so overdone, her 15 minutes are indeed way over. Her pity party is long over.. The party is over. My heart goes out to her innocent and victimized children, working to pay for their Mother's egotistical lifestyle. Enough already. Thanks for an honest article. Ms Morales needs to do some serious work.