Friday, June 13, 2008
Tim Russert
Shocking news. I guess it's another reminder that we never really know when the end will be. I generally liked Tim as an interviewer. His toughness sometimes slipped into gotcha questions, but not too often. And he generally stuck to substantive questions. Overall, I'd say he was one of the better journalists on television. He will be missed.
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In the past week, TV journalism has lost not only Tim Russert, but Jim McKay also. I will sorely miss Russert. I think he was one of the best prepared interviewer on TV.
Who holds the candle for the Golden Age of journalistic honor now? The staff of 60 Minutes?
It's a sad day to lose a journalist of Russert's character. He will be a tough act to follow.
I was so sad to hear that as well. 58 is way too young to lose someone of his caliber. I hope there is someone in the wings to take the journalistic reins. -julie
You know, I didn't write anything about Jim McKay. He was a legend in sports broadcasting and a voice I always admired. What saddens me the most is that there will never be another show like Wide World of Sports. And it is doubtful there will ever be another Jim McKay.
Who holds the candle for journalism now? I'd have to go with Jim Rome. I wish politics had the best journalists, but it doesn't anymore. Sportscasting is now the premier format for journalists. And one of the best journalists in politics now is Keith Olberman, who got his break with ESPN. I still like Charlie Rose, but I don't think he's as good as Jim Rome. He's maybe as good as Chris Berman.
And I still stand by my assertion that Jim Rome would be the best presidential debate moderator. They should give him a shot at it.
I'm an enormous fan of Jim Rome, and I've been listening to his radio show for twelve years. He's great, but he's more tongue and cheek. Jim McKay was dignified, enthusiastic, and allowed the story to tell it self rather than cranking out sound bites.
There's really no one left in TV journalism that matches either Russert or McKay. Both were giants. And now we get more sound bites and less substance. It's a shame.
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