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NBC shakes things up
'Apprentice' returns; Washington gets 'Bionic'
By JOSEF ADALIAN
'The Apprentice'
"The Apprentice" will return to NBC next year -- with a major twist.
Next edition of the Donald Trump-Mark Burnett skein will feature a celebrity cast, NBC topper Ben Silverman told Daily Variety. Silverman pitched the idea to the show's producers after seeing how well a celeb "Apprentice" did in the UK.
Casting has just started, but Silverman says early interest in the concept is strong. Silverman said he's already started lobbying some of his celeb pals to do the show-- including cast members of "The Office," natch.
No word yet on an airdate for the new season.
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117968623.html?categoryid=14&cs=1
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People from The Office? :lol3:
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NBC has jumped the shark with this one! :spitcoffee:
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I bet he wishs he didn't bash Rosie O'Donell now!! ;)
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This is a train wreck. Doesn't anyone remember "Celebrity Mole" or "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!"?
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This is a train wreck. Doesn't anyone remember "Celebrity Mole" or "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!"?
I bet he wishs he didn't bash Rosie O'Donell now!! ;)
:funny: Let's see "The Donald" put Rosie in a tent! It would be GET ME OUT OF HERE for both! :yess:
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The main incentive driving contestants to do their best on The Apprentice in the past has been the $250,000 job with Donald Trump. Celebrities typically make more than that and would not have the slightest interest in putting up with Donald Trump. Celebrity contests typically have the winnings going to a designated charity, which is nice but not exactly the same degree of motivation. I think Celebrity Apprentice will be a pretty absurd show (although not as bad as celebrity Amazing Race would be). The only Celebrity contest that I have ever seen worth watching was To Tell the Truth with its panel of celebrities.
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:rotf: :lol3: Absolutely absurb. I hate all Celebrity Shows!!! Waste o' time.
There are too many GOOD shows out there, so how on earth does NBC think this one would draw viewers? Beats me. ???
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WHAT?! A Celebrity Edition? Trump is trying too hard to gain back his viewers. All he needs to do is revert to the same format in the first season.
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Yeah you're right, Mark, and bring back George and Carolyn!!
The Donald must be desperate to have a Celebrity edition.
Really dumb. :wall:
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Candidates Announced for Celebrity Apprentice; Show to Debut January 3 11/19/07
SEVENTH INSTALLMENT OF REALITY HIT TO RETURN TO NEW YORK CITY WITH ALL-STAR LINEUP
Trace Adkins, Carol Alt, Stephen Baldwin, Nadia Comaneci, Tiffany Fallon, Jennie Finch, Nely Galan, Marilu Henner, Lennox Lewis, Piers Morgan, Omarosa, Tito Ortiz, Vincent Pastore, and Gene Simmons To Face Off on the City Streets and in the Boardroom For Charity
NEW YORK – Monday, Nov. 19th 2007 – NBC and Donald Trump return to New York City with "The Celebrity Apprentice," with an all-star celebrity lineup of candidates. Now in its seventh season, this installment of "The Apprentice" changes the game. "The Celebrity Apprentice" with host Donald Trump begins its latest edition on Thursday, January 3 (9:00PM ET).
Contestants will not be vying for a job with Donald Trump, but the business-savvy celebrity contestants will be working towards a greater goal -- as they raise over a million dollars for their various charities throughout the season. Not only will the final winner be crowned the first 'Celebrity Apprentice,' but he or she will also have the honor of delivering a two-hundred and fifty thousand dollar bonus check to their designated charity.
All 14 celebrities will be competing in business driven tasks around New York City, using their fame along with their proven business acumen to win challenges, while ultimately raising money and awareness for their respective causes.
Just as in the regular "Apprentice," the celebrities will be subjected to long hours, grueling mental challenges, personality clashes, and intense scrutiny -- all without the help of their regular support system of agents, managers, and personal assistants.
Certain tasks encourage the contestants to reach out to their network of celebrity contacts for assistance or donations -- making for entertaining surprise visits by some of the world's biggest stars along the way.
"This will be the most exciting season of 'The Apprentice' yet – maybe even better than Season One. Our fourteen celebrity contestants are incredible individually, and as a group they will make 'The Celebrity Apprentice' one of the hottest shows on television. I promise you a fantastic new season!" Said Donald J. Trump, executive producer of ' The Celebrity Apprentice.'
"We're back, and in our old time slot. The series is epic and Donald is on fire!" Said Mark Burnett, executive producer of 'The Celebrity Apprentice.'
All of the tasks will be judged by Trump and his advisors in the boardroom. Returning back to the boardroom are Trump's children (and colleagues) Ivanka and Donald Trump Jr., alongside longtime Trump Organization employee and "Apprentice" advisor George Ross. In a new twist, the boardroom will feature a "rotating seat," allowing a variety of famous business leaders and industry legends to join Trump in spirited judgment on tasks for the first time in the series.
"This season's celebrity version of 'The Apprentice' is going to blow people away," said Craig Plestis Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, Development and Specials, NBC Entertainment. "We have assembled a group of savvy celebrities who are playing their hearts out for their favorite charities, on the streets of New York City." He added, "You may think you have seen it all, but there will be lots of twists and surprises to sweeten the pot for everyone. We had so much fun shooting this and we know viewers are going to embrace this amped up Apprentice."
ABOUT THE CANDIDATES
Each celebrity contestant was handpicked for their balance of notoriety and business skills. Capsule bios are below, with full biographies available on NBC Media Village.
TRACE ADKINS is a country music star with seven studio albums. He has had twenty-three singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, with two of those singles -- "(This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing" and "Ladies Love Country Boys" – hitting No. 1.
CAROL ALT is a successful model/actress with over 700 covers and 65 films. She currently has her own natural cosmetics line and is an advocate for the health benefits of eating raw.
STEPHEN BALDWIN is an actor best known for his role in the 1995 film "The Usual Suspects". A born-again Christian, he travels the country as a speaker and is a best-selling religious author.
NADIA COMANECI burst into the limelight as the star of the 1976 Montreal Olympics, is the most celebrated gymnast of our time. The diminutive Romanian eventually produced a lifetime Olympic medal haul of five golds, three silvers and one bronze and she has left behind a competitive record which will be virtually impossible to match. In 2005, FOX.com considered her one of the "Greatest Athletes in 150 years of Sports History". Comaneci will be the new face of L'Oreal cosmetics
TIFFANY FALLON was named Playboy's Playmate of the Year for 2005. She is married to Joe Don Rooney from the chart-topping country band, Rascal Flatts. Fallon was also Miss Georgia USA 2001 and holds a sports marketing degree from Florida State University as well as being the host of IFL Battleground.
JENNIE FINCH won a gold medal as a member of the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Softball team. She was the first woman to host "This Week In Baseball" for FOX Sports. Finch markets the Jennie Finch Windmill, an invention of her father's to improve softball pitching technique.
NELY GALAN created Galan Entertainment, producing over 600 episodes of programming in both the English and Spanish language. Her TV talk-show with Padre Alberto has a huge following, and recently signed a deal with NBC Universal to create English-language telenovellas across all media platforms for the company.
MARILU HENNER is a 5 time Golden Globe nominated actress who memorably starred in "Taxi" and "Evening Shade" as well as countless films. Henner has enjoyed a second career as the author of six best-selling books on diet and health.
LENNOX LEWIS is a former heavyweight-boxing champion – a three-time champion, a distinction shared with Muhammad Ali and Evander Holyfield.
OMAROSA was the breakout star of the premiere season of "The Apprentice." She previously served as Deputy Associate Director of Presidential Personnel at the White House for then President Bill Clinton.
PIERS MORGAN is currently a judge on NBC's talent show hit "America 's Got Talent." He created First News, a newspaper for kids, and is a former British tabloid editor. He has written bestselling books such as "The Insider" and "Don't You Know Who I Am?"
TITO ORTIZ is an Ultimate Fighting Champion – holds the record for light heavyweight fighting from 2000-2003. He has his own clothing line, and is developing a new XBOX game.
VINCENT PASTORE was an actor in the Emmy winning series, "The Sopranos". He was the voice of Luca in "Shark Tale" and hosts "The Wise Guy Show" on Sirius Satellite Radio's Raw Dog Comedy channel. Pastore has been passionately involved in the music industry, starting his career running nightclubs and music venues. He is soon to star on Broadway in " Chicago".
GENE SIMMONS is best known for his persona in the band KISS, as well as his many other flourishing businesses such as his fashion label and KISS merchandise. He was an elementary school teacher, considered being a rabbi, and produced Van Halen's demo that got them signed to Warner Brothers Records in 1977. He is currently taping his reality show "Gene Simmons Family Jewels."
"The Apprentice" is produced by Mark Burnett Productions in association with Trump Productions LLC. Mark Burnett, Donald Trump are executive producers, Eden Gaha and Page Feldman are co- executive producers
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I'll give this new edition a try, only b/c I like The Donald's concept and how he runs the show. I just hope each celebrity will be treated the same as regular contestants.
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This is a train wreck. Doesn't anyone remember "Celebrity Mole" or "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!"?
I know this post is "old" but I remember these shows and I loved them... but did get bored with the stars being holier than thou...
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I always watch this show and will continue to watch this show for some reason I like celebrity shows... I can't wait for it to start!
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Celebrity Apprentice starts Thursday Jan. 3. YUCK!
EDITOR'S NOTE - On NBC tonight, the start date for Celebrity Apprentice was restated as Thursday Jan. 10.
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I don't like celebrity shows, but I'm a glutten of punishment! :groan:
I'll ck it out at least...and go from there. Well it depends. If another show that I like lots better is on at the same time, I'll watch it instead. Amen.
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Wonder if Vincent "Big Pussy" Pastore will drop out of this one early like he did on DWTS.
Anyways, I'll be watching this too. Nothing else will be on TV on Thursday nights.
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Wonder if Vincent "Big Pussy" Pastore will drop out of this one early like he did on DWTS.
Anyways, I'll be watching this too. Nothing else will be on TV on Thursday nights.
Thurs in January should be a good nite without schedule conflicts. Trump & nbc picked a good time for Apprentice.
Cinera, I can't remember who Vincent "Big Pussy" Pastore is! Actor or what?
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Pastore was on The Sopranos. I've never seen the show before, but I know that cause that's what they advertised for DWTS.
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I have the entire list of the Celebrity Apprentice cast. Most of these people are what I would refer to as B list stars in their fields with a few exceptions. Those exceptions are:
Nadia Comaneci, darling of the 1976 Olympics, where she scored the first perfect 10 ever in gymnastics competition
Jenny Finch, darling of the U.S. 2004 Olympic softball team and likely star on the 2008 team, being broadcast on NBC
Gene Simmons, rock star for the group KISS
The rest are:
Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth. the infamous Apprentice 1 reject
Lennox Lewis, heavyweight boxing champion of the world
Piers Morgan, chief judge on "America's Got Talent"
Tito Ortiz, martial arts star
Tiffany Fallon, Playmate of the Year
Trace Adkins, country music star
Carol Alt, model
Nely Galan, President of network Telemundo(owned by NBC)
Marilu Henner, TV and movie actress
Stephen Baldwin, TV and movie actor
Vincent Pastore, TV and movie actor
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Pastore was on The Sopranos. I've never seen the show before, but I know that cause that's what they advertised for DWTS.
That would be Big Pussy :cmas27
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Celebrity Apprentice starts Thursday Jan. 3. YUCK!
EDITOR'S NOTE - On NBC tonight, the start date for Celebrity Apprentice was restated as Thursday Jan. 10.
Zap2it just confirmed the show was pushed back another week to premiere on Jan 10th. Reasons for the push-back are because of its two biggest competitors, The Orange Bowl and a new episode of Grey's anatomy, would be airing at the same time on Jan 3rd. In order to get the ratings it wants, Celeb Apprentice will be airing Jan 10th.
Source: http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-celebrityapprenticedelayed,0,6864568.story?coll=zap-news-headlines (http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-celebrityapprenticedelayed,0,6864568.story?coll=zap-news-headlines)
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Thanks Cinera. I thought Jan 3 sounded kind of early. I wonder if there are other conflicts later though. Doesn't Grey's Anatomy air every Thurs? I'll go check tvguide to see.
I'm relieved there will be no conflict with American Idol7! :jumpy:
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Donald Trump: 'The Celebrity Apprentice' best one we've ever done
I've attached the link, it's a long article
http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/donald-trump-the-celebrity-apprentice-best-one-weve-ever-done-6306.php (http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/donald-trump-the-celebrity-apprentice-best-one-weve-ever-done-6306.php)
(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff102/ca_bb_fan/donald.jpg)
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'Apprentice' Start Date Shifted — Again
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117978068.html?categoryid=14&cs=1 (http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117978068.html?categoryid=14&cs=1)
(FROM VARIETY) – A day after pushing back the debut of Celebrity Apprentice, NBC has reversed its decision and will premiere the show on its original start date, Jan. 3. The Peacock initially moved Apprentice to the following Thursday, Jan. 10, to avoid ABC's season finale of Grey's Anatomy. However, ABC has decided to instead air the Grey's finale on Jan. 10 (in part to avoid Iowa caucus preemptions on Jan. 3), prompting NBC to switch back to its original plan and bow Apprentice on Jan. 3. Variety reports that the cat-and-mouse game may continue, as it's possible that ABC will move the final Grey's episode back to Jan. 3.
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A Preview Of The Apprentice Celebrity Edition
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That video was very strange. The African American woman dumping her drink onto Piers Morgan had to be Omarosa, as I think the ethnicity of all the other women on Celebrity Apprentice is Caucasian. Vincent Pastore threatening to whack Stephen Baldwin is right in character for him. The winner of this round was Mayor Bloomberg representing the city of New York, almost always a class guy. I haven't got a clue who the loser was.
I can hardly wait for Thursday to have this mess starting to get sorted out, one firing per week.
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I can't stand Omarosa.
I am looking forward to checking out the Baldwin boy....their parents had some good genes!!! LOL.
After how Donald doted on the hockey girl, I am not shocked to see more olympic chics on the show. I loved Nadia.
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Me neither...can't stand Omarosa. :groan: She's not a celebrity like the others...not really...she's just an Apprentice has-been. But, I'm sure she'll raise UNholy havoc on this season to give the viewers love-to-hate drama. :snicker:
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Here is some news on which companies are sponsoring(read paying $1 million to $2 million for the privilege of having their products pushed on) episodes of Celebrity Apprentice:
Kodak, Crocs, Dial Yogurt Body Wash, Quiznos, QVC, Nederlander, Pedigree and Serta by Vera Wang
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Who's bright idea was it to have Omarosa back in the boardroom? *smacks herself upside the head* She's had her shot at this already. Someone else could have been in her place.
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Celebrity Apprentice Video Preview
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The Apprentice Celebrity Contestants
TRACE ADKINS is a country music star with seven studio albums. He has had twenty-three singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, with two of those singles -- "(This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing" and "Ladies Love Country Boys" – hitting No. 1.
CAROL ALT is a successful model/actress with over 700 covers and 65 films. She currently has her own natural cosmetics line and is an advocate for the health benefits of eating raw.
STEPHEN BALDWIN is an actor best known for his role in the 1995 film "The Usual Suspects". A born-again Christian, he travels the country as a speaker and is a best-selling religious author.
NADIA COMANECI burst into the limelight as the star of the 1976 Montreal Olympics, is the most celebrated gymnast of our time. The diminutive Romanian eventually produced a lifetime Olympic medal haul of five golds, three silvers and one bronze and she has left behind a competitive record which will be virtually impossible to match. In 2005, FOX.com considered her one of the "Greatest Athletes in 150 years of Sports History". Comaneci will be the new face of L'Oreal cosmetics
TIFFANY FALLON was named Playboy's Playmate of the Year for 2005. She is married to Joe Don Rooney from the chart-topping country band, Rascal Flatts. Fallon was also Miss Georgia USA 2001 and holds a sports marketing degree from Florida State University as well as being the host of IFL Battleground.
JENNIE FINCH won a gold medal as a member of the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Softball team. She was the first woman to host "This Week In Baseball" for FOX Sports. Finch markets the Jennie Finch Windmill, an invention of her father's to improve softball pitching technique.
NELY GALÁN Latina media dynamo dubbed the "Tropical Tycoon" by The New York Times Magazine, is the former President of the powerhouse Telemundo network. Her company Galán Entertainment has produced over 600 episodes in Spanish and English including the hit reality series THE SWAN. Galán is developing "The New You," a daytime series set to launch on NBC in 2008 that touts health, wellness and beauty for women, and is already attracting legions of fans through its website www.thenewyoutv.com, and its branded segments on "The Today Show."
MARILU HENNER is a 5 time Golden Globe nominated actress who memorably starred in "Taxi" and "Evening Shade" as well as countless films and Broadway shows. Marilu's passion for health led to a second career as a public speaker and New York Times best-selling author of 7 books on diet, health and lifestyle. Her new book, Wear Your Life Well (HarperCollins), will be released in April 2008. As an online pioneer Marilu launched www.marilu.com 10 years ago, creating a huge cyber-community that offers classes, blogs, expert advice, and support for her members.
LENNOX LEWIS is a former heavyweight-boxing champion – a three-time champion, a distinction shared with Muhammad Ali and Evander Holyfield.
OMAROSA was the breakout star of the premiere season of "The Apprentice." She previously served as Deputy Associate Director of Presidential Personnel at the White House for then President Bill Clinton.
PIERS MORGAN is currently a judge on NBC's talent show hit "America 's Got Talent." He created First News, a newspaper for kids, and is a former British tabloid editor. He has written bestselling books such as "The Insider" and "Don't You Know Who I Am?"
TITO ORTIZ is an Ultimate Fighting Champion – holds the record for light heavyweight fighting from 2000-2003. He has his own clothing line, and is developing a new XBOX game.
VINCENT PASTORE was an actor in the Emmy winning series, "The Sopranos". He was the voice of Luca in "Shark Tale" and hosts "The Wise Guy Show" on Sirius Satellite Radio's Raw Dog Comedy channel. Pastore has been passionately involved in the music industry, starting his career running nightclubs and music venues. He is soon to star on Broadway in " Chicago".
GENE SIMMONS is best known for his persona in the band KISS, as well as his many other flourishing businesses such as his fashion label and KISS merchandise. He was an elementary school teacher, considered being a rabbi, and produced Van Halen's demo that got them signed to Warner Brothers Records in 1977. He is currently taping his reality show "Gene Simmons Family Jewels."
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Who's bright idea was it to have Omarosa back in the boardroom? *smacks herself upside the head* She's had her shot at this already. Someone else could have been in her place.
There can be only one answer to that question. The only person in the United States who thinks that Omarosa has such a base of fans who love to hate her is the Trumpster himself. She is in for ratings impact all the way, not because she is a legitimate competitor. Remember that overweight lawyer from Toronto(was it Brett?)? He survived longer than appropriate due to the incongruity between his villain role and self-concept. Count on Omarosa to be around a while before getting her pink slip.
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Baldwin & Henner are the only two who appeal to me of the ones I've heard of.
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Teams Compete to Sell Hot Dogs on Tonight's Season Premiere of Celebrity Apprentice 1/3/08
"CELEBRITY APPRENTICE"
THURSDAY JANUARY 3 "701" (09:00PM - 10:01PM)
TASK: SELLING HOT DOGS
The celebrities try their hand at one of the most quintessential New York jobs: hot dog vendor. The team that makes the most money wins. However, being famous has its privileges, as candidates try to use their contacts to sell wieners at $5,000 and $10,000 a pop. The stars not only bring out their famous friends (including New York Met David Wright ) to help, but they catch the eye of New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. For the first time the 14 celebrities are stripped of their managers, personal assistants, agents, and publicists and are thrown out of their comfort zones. They quickly begin to size up each others egos as they come face to face trying to create a team name and captain.
Trump's eyes and ears on the task are his daughter Ivanka and eldest son Donald Jr. As previously announced, the fourteen celebrity "candidates" competing for charity are: Trace Adkins, Carol Alt, Stephen Baldwin, Nadia Comaneci, Tiffany Fallon, Jennie Finch, Nely Galan, Marilu Henner, Lennox Lewis, Piers Morgan, Omarosa, Tito Ortiz, Vincent Pastore, and Gene Simmons.
Source: NBC Press Release
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Baldwin & Henner are the only two who appeal to me of the ones I've heard of.
Rudy Rules, you must be so young. If you were 5 years old or more in 1976, then you would surely know of Nadia Comaneci, who got her perfect 10s in Olympic gymnastics and then went on to marry a top U.S. gymnast. I can understand how Omarosa, who you must surely know if you are a fan of The Apprentice from its first season, might not appeal to you(she doesn't to me either but somebody's got to be the villain). Gene Simmons of KISS, he is a superstar and apparently a decent human being; I am not a fan of his music but he appeals to me as a personality. Jennie Finch the U.S. Olympic softball star is someone I know nothing about other than her softball talent, but she is someone I want to know more about. The rest don't do anything for me going in(although I particularly want to see Piers Morgan on the receiving end rather than the dishing end), but they might as this series develops.
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The wait is over. The women name themselves Empresario and elect Omarosa, who campaigned as it her life depended on it, first Project Manager. The men name themselves Hydra and elect Sephen Baldwin Project Manager. The individuals who suggested the names, Gene Simmons and Nel Galan, look to me to be the power players for their teams(although Simmons appears to be in hot water with a remark aimed at Ivanka next week).
The task is selling hot dogs, but the men want to also capitalize on their celebrity. Omarosa overrules several on her team that want to use their celebrity. The women, based on a recommendation from Carol Alt, pick 8th Avenue and 34th St. as their sales site. The men pick Rockefeller Center. Before their planning meeting is over, Gene Simmons phones 3 people he knows and asks them to come tomorrow and pay big dollars for a hot dog. One actually shows up and delivers an unrevealed but large amount of money. The men do a good job and get dollars out of their celebrity. The women get off to a slow start until Marilu Henner calls her contacts, who come to pay $5000 each for a bottle of water. Omarosa criticizes Tiffani Fallon for not selling well. NYC Mayor Bloomberg shows up to sample one hot dog from each team and doesn't pick a taste winner. Jennie Finch gets David Wright to come and he buys out thet remaining hot dogs, offering them free to anyone there.
The boardroom opens with the usual baloney of Trump asking each Proejct Manager is they won. I only once have ever heard that they didn't so, so the truth quotient just isn't there. The women raise $17k and the men $52k. Baldwin gets the $52K for his charity and Trump says it will continue to happen that way. The men are excused and watch on closed-circuit TV form their quarters. Trump states that the location for the women was suspect and they did not use their celebrity effectively compared to the men, who location was very good. Omarosa, attacked initially by Piers Morgan when the men were around, is attacked again by her team but Nely states that she was an excellent leader except for the celebrity and location decisions and location was picked by Carol Alt. Omarosa goes after Tiffani as weak and ineffective at sales. Trump asked Tiffani is she called Hugh Hefner; she said she did not because she was saving him. Piers had made a prediction once the women-only part of the boardroom started that Tiffani would be eliminated and not Omarosa.
Omarosa selects Tiffani and Carol to come back with her. There is no time gap shown until the final boardroom, as those contestants wait outside and the Trumps don't even discuss it among themselves. It is clear that Donald Trump has already made up his mind. Carol Alt defends herself well. Omarosa defends herself even better, skilled infighter that she is. Tiffani is the lost soul wandering in the desert. Trump states that her unwillingness to call Hugh Hefner has cost her her slot. She is fired. I note that the $10K she might have gotten from Hefner would only have brought the women up to 52% of the men's total, so it should have been Omarosa going. However, Trump frequently rewards ability to defend effectively by keeping people around longer than they deserve. Also, it should be clear that there would be no alternate villain in the cast if Omarosa had been fired. She is good for another 8 episodes before her team(and it will be scrambled by then) knifes her in the back successfully.
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ahh i hate this show
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Separate from the above recap, I want to review my thoughts on the contestants:
Omarosa Manigault-Stallworth - lucky to have a young and naive player to focus on and get eliminated; she won herself no fans among the other women, who will be sure to vent their displeasure in some appropriate way later in the competition
Carol Alt - very classy in not getting blown away by a torrent of verbiage from Omarosa
Marilu Henner - able to delvier the goods in a way that no other woman did
Nely Galan - clearly an opinion leader who will be listened to and do very well in Celebrity Apprentice even though she has the least celebrity of anyone; has the most business savvy of the women
Jennie Finch - able to get David Wright to step up and make a large contribution(although it couldn't have been more than $5000)
Nadia Comaneci - totally invisible on this challenge; this is OK since Trump will protect her through a certain number of rounds
Stephen Baldwin - he had a well-organized event
Gene Simmons - the star of Team Hydra; he is highly intelligent and business savvy
Tito Ortiz - didn't do much except pose for pictures, but I wouldn't want to meet him on a dark alley late at night; did bring his porn star wife to the tean Hydra location
Lennox Lewis - didn't do much except pose for pictures
Piers Morgan and Vincent Pastore - able to really tweak Omarosa; otherwise they didn't do much
Trace Adkins - Mr. Invisible this week for the men, but I understand he will be playing a big role as we move on
The funniest review of last night's show that I have read basically states that Celeebrity Apprentice casting was deficient except that they did not allow Rob and Amber to be contestants(a very good thing).
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I taped the show and watched it this morning. It's okay. It's just not the same. They are playing for charity and it seems like they are having fun! I prefer the non-celebrity people because the drama is much more intense....lots of fights, stress, better boardroom drama and they are trying to get a job with Trump!
I'll give it another week or two to see how it plays out, and if I'm not impressed, I may just stop tuning in as I have plenty of other shows that are about to start and they will be time-consuming.
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I just got done watching the show. Omarosa made me want to :pull. She should have gotten the :boot:. She did not want the woman using their celebritiness (don't even know if that's a word) to sell the hot dogs. So no wonder the ladies were calling contacts. I give credit to Mary Lou for calling her contacts and making the most money for their team. Tiff got fired simply because she did not call Mr. Hefner. Plain and simple.
I was impressed with Gene Simons. I thought the guy would be over the top and loud. He was pretty quiet and humble.
Jenna Jameson....I thought she was out of the adult industry?
I really did not see much attention paid to the other ladies other than Omarosa, Mary Lou, Tiff and Carol. Maybe in the coming shows we will see more of the other ladies. They did come up with a creative name.
The men....Pierc is a not bs kinda guy and will fight for the men to stick together even when they don't agree. He is right keep it out of the board room and not in front of the women. The Saprano guy..he is hilarious!!!! Trace Atkins....gotta love that deep voice!!!! I thought the men stood out more than the woman on this show and not just because they raised more money. They were just themselves and not petty like the ladies.
Claws will be coming out more in the boardroom with the the ladies...so Ihope Donald has bandaids.
I am actually looking forward to next week to see what Simons said to The Donald's precious pampered princess.
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DONALD TRUMP AND NBC’S ‘THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE’ BEATS THE ORANGE BOWL 11 MILLION VIEWERS WATCH ‘CELEBRITY APPRENTICE’ PREMIERE
Article from: Reality Wanted
The premiere of ‘The Celebrity Apprentice’ saw teams divided among gender lines and America watched as former Playboy Playmate Tiffany Fallon was chewed up by Omarosa in the boardroom and ultimately fired by Donald Trump. The show was the #1 program for the night - in the key 18-49 demo - beating out The Orange Bowl on FOX and all other primetime programs. ‘The Celebrity Apprentice’ is up 36% in total viewers and improved the time period by 67% versus the same night last year (11.005 million vs… 6.572 million).
Donald Trump said, “I am extremely pleased with the ratings and congratulate the current executives at NBC for not only picking the right time slot, Thursday nights at 9 p.m., but for also allowing the show to have a proper interval before putting it back on. I believe that the ratings for the show will get even higher from here on and that is absolutely terrific. ”
January 10 (9:00 PM ET/PT). In next week’s episode, the celebrities are given a TV production crew and a cast of actors and dogs to create an advertisement promoting Pedigree’s Pet Adoption program. One team struggles with their actors and crew, while the other team alienates the Pedigree executive by not meeting with him in person. Ivanka is insulted by Gene Simmons, and in the boardroom she attacks his lack of respect for women. In the end, the Pedigree executive chooses the best advertisement and a celebrity from the losing team is fired.
Trump’s eyes and ears on the task are his daughter Ivanka and Terry Lundgren (CEO, Federated Dept. Stores).
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ahh i hate this show
I wouldn't hate it so much if Donald weren't on it. He's coming up next on Letterman so now I have to change the channel :barf
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I'm thankful I didn't watch either Celebrity Apprentice or the Orange Bowl.
I think I was preoccupied with some hockey... But that's just what I was watching. ;)
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I'm going to have to give this one a few episodes... didn't like how they just called on friends (Gene and Marilu) to get money that's not reallly selling hot dogs... I can see they are keeping Omarosa just for the "WOW" factor or she would have been booted because she was PM. I mean do you fire someone because they didn't call Hugh Hefner :duno: It's just going to be different so I guess I'm going to have to watch it with that in mind... B:) B:) B:)
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Reality Freak Will says
They are playing for charity and it seems like they are having fun! I prefer the non-celebrity people because the drama is much more intense....lots of fights, stress, better boardroom drama and they are trying to get a job with Trump!
I too have noticed that the celebrities are not needy people who have a vital personal interest in the outcome. They can always write a check to their favorite charity if they get fired befoer brining it any money on the show. This relaxed attitude was particularly prevelant in Tiffani Fallon in her post-elimination limo ride.
However, from what I have read there is intense hatred that remains to this day bewteen many contestants on this show. I bet Omarosa is the focal point of much of that. I do disagree with many others on their view that Omarosa is a pseudo-celebrity. Since she is the contestant virtually all the celebrities love to hate, her personality has won her a place at the table and I consider her a valid celebrity.
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Baldwin & Henner are the only two who appeal to me of the ones I've heard of.
Hey "Skippy": Baldwin & Henner appeal to me the most. :tup:
OF COURSE I've heard of Omarosa & Nadia!!
I"ve also heard of Trace Adkins, Carol Alt, Gene Simmons, Vincent Pastore.
Oh yeah, heard of The Donald, Ivanka & Donald Jr. :lol:
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Tonight's second show was much like the first. It was the Gene Simmons/Stephen Baldwin(logical given Stephen's experience) show for the men, while it was the Nely Galan/Marilu Henner show for the women(logical given their experience). An executive from Pedigree Pet Adoption provided the challenge of the best 30 second commercial. Galan as Project Manager appeared quite unfocused and produced one featuring many different dogs with Henner doing the voiceover but not appearing on camera. Hired actors were used by the women, which in my view was absurd when you have all these high-value celebrities standing around.
Gene insisted on complete creative control in partnership with Stephen and they both froze the rest of their team out with a "trust us" admonition. With his known pet loving attitude, they logically used Lennox Lewis as their one actor, they featured only one dog, and they had Trace Adkins' voice(the voice of God per my wife) as the voiceover. The end result was fabulous and I knew they were going to blow the women away once again. The rest of the team attempted a raid on the editing room, but with 40 minutes left and the job not complete Gene bluntly told them to go away. Gene at the beginning had made a strategic decision to not talk to the Pedigree executive and find out what he wanted(the women did that) and he had a nasty exchange with Ivanka in which his lack of knowledge of her role was obvious and he actually insulted her.
The eyes and ears this week were Ivanka and a Macy's executive. The Pedigree exec stated that one of the commercials was so good he would be putting it on the air that afternoon. The Boardroom scene started with the usual BS and Gene Simmons sincerely apologizing with his sunglasses off to Ivanka. Then Donald played each commercial and stated that the clear winner as preferred by Ivanka, the Macy's exec and himself as well as the Pedigree exec was the Men's commercial. Gene Simmons won a paltry $20,000 for his charity. The men leave and the action shifts to who will be fired. The women talk and Nely Galan owns up to major part of the responsibility. Marilu Henner accepts repsonsibility for not putting herself on camera. Nely is critical of Nadia for not doing much. She also mentions Carol. When Donald asks for which 2 will join her in the final boardroom she chooses Nadia and Carol and deliberately avoids picking Marilu. Donald is immediately critical of that decision, but there is nothing he can do about it. He states that there is no reasons Carol should be there, which Macy's agrees with. So it is Nely vs. Nadia. Donald focuses in on the concept of whether Nadia could have functioned as the Project Manager on this one. She does not say unequivocally YES and he quickly decides to fire her. Nely escapes to fight another day even though her strategic decision-making, like Omarosa's a week ago, was abysmal. Donald said that he recognized that she had an off-day.
The preview of next week appeared to say that Gene Simmons accepts a Trump offer for one of the Men to switch to the Women's team. Also, those who missed either of the first 2 episodes can see them on NBC Saturday night.
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Tonight's second show was much like the first. It was the Gene Simmons/Stephen Baldwin(logical given Stephen's experience) show for the men, while it was the Nely Galan/Marilu Henner show for the women(logical given their experience). An executive from Pedigree Pet Adoption provided the challenge of the best 30 second commercial. Galan as Project Manager appeared quite unfocused and produced one featuring many different dogs with Henner doing the voiceover but not appearing on camera. Hired actors were used by the women, which in my view was absurd when you have all these high-value celebrities standing around.
Gene insisted on complete creative control in partnership with Stephen and they both froze the rest of their team out with a "trust us" admonition. With his known pet loving attitude, they logically used Lennox Lewis as their one actor, they featured only one dog, and they had Trace Adkins' voice(the voice of God per my wife) as the voiceover. The end result was fabulous and I knew they were going to blow the women away once again. The rest of the team attempted a raid on the editing room, but with 40 minutes left and the job not complete Gene bluntly told them to go away. Gene at the beginning had made a strategic decision to not talk to the Pedigree executive and find out what he wanted(the women did that) and he had a nasty exchange with Ivanka in which his lack of knowledge of her role was obvious and he actually insulted her.
The eyes and ears this week were Ivanka and a Macy's executive. The Pedigree exec stated that one of the commercials was so good he would be putting it on the air that afternoon. The Boardroom scene started with the usual BS and Gene Simmons sincerely apologizing with his sunglasses off to Ivanka. Then Donald played each commercial and stated that the clear winner as preferred by Ivanka, the Macy's exec and himself as well as the Pedigree exec was the Men's commercial. Gene Simmons won a paltry $20,000 for his charity. The men leave and the action shifts to who will be fired. The women talk and Nely Galan owns up to major part of the responsibility. Marilu Henner accepts repsonsibility for not putting herself on camera. Nely is critical of Nadia for not doing much. She also mentions Carol. When Donald asks for which 2 will join her in the final boardroom she chooses Nadia and Carol and deliberately avoids picking Marilu. Donald is immediately critical of that decision, but there is nothing he can do about it. He states that there is no reasons Carol should be there, which Macy's agrees with. So it is Nely vs. Nadia. Donald focuses in on the concept of whether Nadia could have functioned as the Project Manager on this one. She does not say unequivocally YES and he quickly decides to fire her. Nely escapes to fight another day even though her strategic decision-making, like Omarosa's a week ago, was abysmal. Donald said that he recognized that she had an off-day.
The preview of next week appeared to say that Gene Simmons accepts a Trump offer for one of the Men to switch to the Women's team. Also, those who missed either of the first 2 episodes can see them on NBC Saturday night.
:tup: Thanks for the update tonight apskip.
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NEXT WEEK ON THE APPRENTICE (THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2008)
TITLE: "MR. OUTSIDE THE BOX"
TASK: KODAK MOBILE PRINTING
Given an Airstream trailer and a graphic artist, each team must create and operate a mobile printing station for Kodak. One man moves over to lead the women's team, but the ladies turn on him and his dictatorial style. Disaster strikes one team at the 11th hour when they spill coffee on their computer, ruin their graphics, and must face the consequences. The Kodak executives decide the winning team, and in the end, another celebrity is fired.
Trump's Eyes and Ears: Ivanka Trump and Jim Cramer
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I watched this last night... I think Ivanka was making to much out of what Gene said. If she is there to observe she should observe, plus she should know she is not the big start on this show with all the celebrities.
I liked the ad from the guys, but did not like that they did not let everyone participate. Plus the girls did what was asked, show multiple dog ads, not a celebrity.
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Is it just me, or is Team Empresario really hard to root for? I thought Hydra's commercial was so much better than Empresario. Empresario is a mess, I think.
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One man moves over to lead the women's team, but the ladies turn on him and his dictatorial style.
This is a perfect description of how Gene Simmons operates on Celebrity Apprentice. However, if I had to guess which team spills the coffee, it would be the MEN.
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The ladies team sucks!!!! They are boring!!!
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Hydra's commercial for the project rocked. I mean how much better does it get than an awesome voice over. I bet Trace gets job overs to do commercial voice overs for major companies.
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Is it just me, or is Team Empresario really hard to root for? I thought Hydra's commercial was so much better than Empresario. Empresario is a mess, I think.
It's not just you, Cinera. Obviously, the men's team Rocks!
I love Hydra's commercial! :jumpy: I got a huge lump in my throat everytime they showed it and when watching my tape later. The guys did a phenomenal job as their presentation sooo effectively got the message across. Even if a person doesn't like dogs OR bulldogs, and aren't normally emotional, that commercial will grab 'em!!
The guy who judged the projects said "the winning spot will be run in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in early 2008 on Network Television"....how cool is that! :jumpy: I'm gonna be watching for the show just to see Hydra's awesome commercial!! :yess:
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The ladies team sucks!!!! They are boring!!!
That's for sure!! :groan:
:hello2: Nuala :hugs:
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One man moves over to lead the women's team, but the ladies turn on him and his dictatorial style.
This is a perfect description of how Gene Simmons operates on Celebrity Apprentice. However, if I had to guess which team spills the coffee, it would be the MEN.
I think your right but I wonder how one of the guys went to the women's team.
Did he volunteer or did the other guys make a group decision to get rid of him,
but I guess if it were Gene he would think he could handle the ladies like he took care of Ivanka.
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It's too simple. The Women's team is now down 2. The only way to regain balance is to have one from the Men's team switch sides. This has been done many times(remember Bradford for one?). Donald Trump asks and somebody who loves risk and attention volunteers. Gene Simmons will believe that straightening out the women is the biggest challenge he could possibly face, so he will volunteer. Watch and see it I am not exactly right.
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Thanks for the good article, ca bb fan.
Nice photo.
So far, I like the celeb edition. :tup:
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I agree with all of you, it must be Simmons who moves over and can you imagine Omerosa listening to him? (Or anyone else for that matter.) :lol3:
I can't see how the men can win if they fry their computer. :lol3:
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How about a death wish? I am convinced that Gene Simmons was anxious to leave the stage so he could get on with his normal life and acted accordingly. I think the results may have been rigged to make him the losing Project Manager so thte audience could see how he reacted. He reacted badly, refusing to accept the news that his work was judged less than the best. He showed that he was above it all by absolutely refusing to bring in Nely Galan, who had certainly earned negatives by being a motor-mouth such that Carol Alt was embarassed for her. Simmons should have picked Alt (to testify to Galan's shortcomings for two weeks), and Galan to go into the final boardroom. Instead, he picked Omarosa, who certainly deserved to be fired week 1 but not this week and Jenny Finch who made no sense whatever. For stupidity and refusing his good advice, Donald Trump fired his good friend Gene Simmons.
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It's too simple. The Women's team is now down 2. The only way to regain balance is to have one from the Men's team switch sides. This has been done many times(remember Bradford for one?). Donald Trump asks and somebody who loves risk and attention volunteers. Gene Simmons will believe that straightening out the women is the biggest challenge he could possibly face, so he will volunteer. Watch and see it I am not exactly right.
You were right on apskip :tup:
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How about a death wish? I am convinced that Gene Simmons was anxious to leave the stage so he could get on with his normal life and acted accordingly. I think the results may have been rigged to make him the losing Project Manager so thte audience could see how he reacted. He reacted badly, refusing to accept the news that his work was judged less than the best. He showed that he was above it all by absolutely refusing to bring in Nely Galan, who had certainly earned negatives by being a motor-mouth such that Carol Alt was embarassed for her. Simmons should have picked Alt (to testify to Galan's shortcomings for two weeks), and Galan to go into the final boardroom. Instead, he picked Omarosa, who certainly deserved to be fired week 1 but not this week and Jenny Finch who made no sense whatever. For stupidity and refusing his good advice, Donald Trump fired his good friend Gene Simmons.
I think you're right. At first I couldn't figure it out, why wouldn't he pick up on the blatant clues from The Donald.. but he didn't and he didn't pick the obvious person he picked Omarosa who is obnoxious but was not the cause of the loss. Galan was also innocent. I believe he chose both for that reason. He would go and they wouldn't. He wanted to leave.
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Texas Lady, surely you meant Jennie Finch and not Nely Galan because Galan was deserving of elimination but not in the final boardroom by Gene simmons' choice and Finch wasn't guilty.
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Texas Lady, surely you meant Jennie Finch and not Nely Galan because Galan was deserving of elimination but not in the final boardroom by Gene simmons' choice and Finch wasn't guilty.
I screwed up... I messed up my ladies. :umn: I'm conflicted about Simmons leaving because he was such a big personality he overpowered the others in many ways, even Trump. I think we'll miss him.
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As they said in vaudeville, "On with the show". I look to Piers Morgan, another large presence to come forward even more; also Vincent Pastore. On the women's side, I think they are due for some victories and won't have to lose anyone much, but when they do Nely Galan is dead meat and Omarosa is dead meat #2. I see Jennie Finch and Carol Alt taking charge for them.
Anyone have some alternative guesses?
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Episode 4 This Week On The Apprentice
Remaining Celebrities Take Over Broadway As They Hit The Streets In A Race To Sell The Most Broadway Tickets
In next week's episode, as the competition gets heated, David Hyde Pierce shows up in support of an old celebrity friend.
For the fourth task, the remaining celebrities are challenged with the task to run a one-day Broadway ticket booth under the biggest time crunch thus far, and the celebrities work feverishly, hawking tickets on the street.
The teams are given eight Broadway Shows to choose from as they try their best at negotiating which four each team would sell.
Two celebrities begin the task on the wrong foot, with a bitter argument.
Piers Morgan tries to increase sales by dressing up in a knight's costume to sell tickets to 'Spamalot.'
In the end, the team that makes the most money from ticket sales wins, and one celebrity is fired on Thursday, January 24 (9:00 PM ET/PT).
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Just as I began to like this guy, Gene had to get himself fired. He was so arrogant that it drove me crazy he only wanted to bring in Omarosa originally.
I think after the next episode, it should be time for a shake-up. I'm bored with all the gender separation in this. It's time to see how the men work with the women. And we all know Stevey B will gang up on Omarosa, what fun that will be in the boardroom.
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Just as I began to like this guy, Gene had to get himself fired. He was so arrogant that it drove me crazy he only wanted to bring in Omarosa originally.
I think after the next episode, it should be time for a shake-up. I'm bored with all the gender separation in this. It's time to see how the men work with the women. And we all know Stevey B will gang up on Omarosa, what fun that will be in the boardroom.
:hfive: I'm with you TheCinera it's time to mix the teams up.
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Texas Lady, surely you meant Jennie Finch and not Nely Galan because Galan was deserving of elimination but not in the final boardroom by Gene simmons' choice and Finch wasn't guilty.
I screwed up... I messed up my ladies. :umn: I'm conflicted about Simmons leaving because he was such a big personality he overpowered the others in many ways, even Trump. I think we'll miss him.
It seemed obvious to me that Simmons WANTED out, otherwise why would he choose two innocent gals and keep insisting Kodak was wrong and he was right?! Wow, that was a first for the show...a weird situation, but it worked for Simmons perfectly. Gee, and I was just starting to like him a little! :res:
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I don't think think Gene simply wanted out, but I do think he purposefully took the blame in order to protect Nely from being fired. The fault for the task was more of Nely's fault than Gene's.
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Tonight's episode was very sad for me. The eyes and ears were Ivanka and Vince Mcmahon, wrestling promoter. The task was to sell tickets to a negotiated 4 of 8 Broadway shows. The women seemed to get the better picks with Spring Awakening, Hairspray, Curtains and Avenue Q in their mix. The men had Spamalot, Chicago and 2 others not mentioned. Whoever sold the most $ from a ticket booth at 42nd St. and 7th Avenue would win. Both teams went to the phones to call in I Owe Yous from anyone they thought might deliver. Nely came up with several, but one was left and did not count. Piers had one for a $10,000 check from Richard Branson, but the deliverers just made it with less than 2 minutes left. The men clearly outshone the women in orgnization and energy and how-to-promote. The women were lackluster.
The final tally was Women $31+K, Men $33+K with the men winning a close victory. The Boadroom discussion was lackluster except for a sneaky question by Ivanka to Jennie on whether Carol was flying "Under the Radar"(sneaky because Jennie has been doing just that). Marilu Henner as project manager had to choose 2 for the Final Boardroom and she chose Carol and Jennie because she wanted to protect Nely and Omarosa. The discussion then was about Jennie perceived lack of energy compared to her athletic achievements. Trump counseled her to not change and focus on her ahtletic prowess, particularly winning the 2008 Olympics, then he fired her.
I think this is sad because Marilu had stated the only 3 working well together on the Women were Omarosa, Nely and herself. Jennie stated that she cometimes felt overwhelmed by the rapid-fire talking of Omarosa and couldn't always keep up with it. So the Women are going to have what they deserve - 3 "politicians", one of whom is pathological, plus one average person (Carol).
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Tonight's episode was very sad for me. The eyes and ears were Ivanka and Vince Mcmahon, wrestling promoter. The task was to sell tickets to a negotiated 4 of 8 Broadway shows. The women seemed to get the better picks with Spring Awakening, Hairspray and Avenue Q in their mix. The men had Spamalot and 3 others not mentioned. Whoever sold the most $ from a ticket booth at 42nd St. and 7th Avenue would win. Both teams went to the phones to call in I Owe Yous from anyone they thought might deliver. Nely came up with several, but one was left and did not count. Piers had one for a $10,000 check from Richard Branson, but the deliverers just made it with less than 2 minutes left. The men clearly outshone the women in orgnization and energy and how-to-promote. The women were lackluster.
The final tally was Women $31+K, Men $33+K with the men winning a close victory. The Boadroom discussion was lackluster except for a sneaky question by Ivanka to Jennie on whether Carol was flying "Under the Radar"(sneaky because Jennie has been doing just that). Marilu Henner as project manager had to choose 2 for the Final Boardroom and she chose Carol and Jennie because she wanted to protect Nely and Omarosa. The discussion then was about Jennie perceived lack of energy compared to her athletic achievements. Trump counseled her to not change and focus on her ahtletic prowess, particularly winning the 2008 Olympics, then he fired her.
I think this is sad because Marilu had stated the only 3 working well together on the Women were Omarosa, Nely and herself. Jennie stated that she cometimes felt overwhelmed by the rapid-fire talking of Omarosa and couldn't always keep up with it. So the Women are going to have what they deserve - 3 "politicians", one of whom is pathological, plus one average person (Carol).
Thanks for the update apskip I missed this episode :'(
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They replay it multiple times on MSNBC, so look for it in your Online TV guide.
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They replay it multiple times on MSNBC, so look for it in your Online TV guide.
:-* Thank you, I'll do that tonight.
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NBC SAYS " YOU'RE HIRED" FOR SECOND SEASON PICK UP OF 'THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE' AND ANNOUNCES LIVE TWO-HOUR FINALE OF SEASON ONE ON MARCH 27TH AT 9:00 PM-11:00 PM ET
http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20080129nbc03 (http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20080129nbc03)
NEW YORK Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2008 NBC will present the exciting conclusion of the premiere season of "The Celebrity Apprentice" with a live season finale originating from New York City on Thursday, March 27th at 9-10 PM ET. As the outrageous season reaches its climactic and surprise conclusion, where one celebrity will be named the first celebrity apprentice, NBC and Donald Trump will bring the show back to 'The Big Apple' for a second season with another all-star celebrity lineup of candidates. The announcement was made today by Craig Plestis, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, Development and Specials, NBC Entertainment.
The second season of "The Celebrity Apprentice" will premiere in January of 2009.
In making the announcement, Plestis said, "This revved up installment of "The Apprentice" has been a game changer for the series. As the rest of this season unfolds, you just keep watching, these episodes have been more thrilling than any season before. There were times when I was screaming at the TV set, literally, and the live finale will leave you on the edge of your seat. He added. "We are blown away by the casts drive, energy, and passion to not only play the game but also to raise a lot of money and awareness for important causes. There's no other show like it to prove your business brain and we are already getting calls from high-profile celebrities who want to challenge themselves in Season 2."
"Everywhere I go, people come up to me and ask about 'Celebrity Apprentice.' Viewers are clearly connecting, but beyond the terrific ratings, it's really the charities who are winning the most. Our celebrities have raised over a million dollars to date. We are so glad NBC has decided to continue this franchise." Said Mark Burnett, executive producer of 'The Celebrity Apprentice.'
"We are so grateful for the ongoing support of NBC and Mark Burnett Productions, and we truly appreciate Gene Simmons' choice to compete on our behalf," said Pamela W. Barnes, president and chief executive officer of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. "Through its emphasis on charitable work and giving back, Celebrity Apprentice has done a great service -- and in doing so, helped children and families around the world. We sincerely thank you."
"Millions of viewers have spoken and made 'Celebrity Apprentice' the #1 show on Thursday nights so far this year. Ben Silverman and his team have done a tremendous job and Mark Burnett and I are thrilled to begin an eighth season of this amazingly successful franchise." Said Donald J. Trump, executive producer of ' The Celebrity Apprentice.'
"We are so grateful to Mr. Trump for his ongoing commitment in the fight against breast cancer." Said Carol Baldwin, for the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund of CNY, Inc.
"The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research is thrilled to be one of the beneficiaries of NBC's "The Celebrity Apprentice." Not only is the show a unique twist to the great concept of the original "The Apprentice" but it is a real tribute to the show that so many charities have benefited significantly with hundreds of thousands of dollars already donated to worthy causes. We thank Vincent Pastore for playing on our behalf, the $50,000 we received will support life saving research for pancreatic cancer."Said Kerri Kaplan, Executive Director, The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research.
"We are grateful to Tito Ortiz for designating St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as his charity of choice as part of `The Celebrity Apprentice,'" said John P. Moses, chief executive officer of ALSAC, the fundraising organization of St. Jude. "We depend upon the generosity of people across this nation who, like Tito, embrace the dream of our founder Danny Thomas -- that no child should die in the dawn of life."
The live finale - which will be filmed in front of live studio audience where the final axe will fall - will offer highlights from the series penultimate show where the final two contestants held a celebrity charity auction and managed all aspects of a live concert for a Multi-Platinum, Grammy nominated American Pop Group with each celebrity responsible for different aspects of the event. The finalists, assisted by some former Celebrity Apprentice alumni, race to organize the event, and one calls in a huge favor from a powerful friend, while the other finds nothing but dead ends. In addition to Donald Trump's announcement of the total monies raised for charity, the live event will lead to his first-ever "hiring" of a 'Celebrity Apprentice.'
"The Celebrity Apprentice" is television's #1 Thursday series in adults 18-49 for the first quarter to date, averaging a 3.9 rating, 10 share in adults 18-49 and 9.3 million viewers overall. "The Celebrity Apprentice" is up substantially versus the prior series in the "Apprentice" franchise, "The Apprentice 6," with gains of 15 percent in adults 18-49 (with a 3.9 ratings vs. a 3.4) and 13 percent in total viewers (9.3 million vs. 8.2 million).
The next installment of the show will once again bring business-savvy celebrity contestants together working towards a greater goal -- all celebrities will be competing in business driven tasks around New York City, using their fame along with their proven business acumen, and perhaps, their wealthy and high profile connections for an assist in winning challenges, while ultimately raising money and awareness for their respective causes. Just as in the regular "Apprentice," the celebrities will be subjected to long hours, grueling mental challenges, personality clashes, and intense scrutiny -- all without the help of their regular "safety net" of agents, managers, and personal assistants.
Certain tasks encourage the contestants to reach out to their network of celebrity contacts for assistance or donations -- making for entertaining surprise visits by some of the world's biggest stars along the way.
This current season has seen CNBC's Jim Cramer, Vince McMahon, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Alec Baldwin, and David Hyde Pierce dropping by to lend a hand or wield an axe with many more to come as the competition grows more fierce each week.
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I love this line from thefutoncritic: "all without the help of their regular "safety net" of agents, managers, and personal assistants." These celebrities sure do have their cell phones with them and they use them to call lots of rich people they know. Do you think they might also sneak a call or two or ten to their agents, managers, or personal assistants for help when they need them?
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if they can call in favors, you know they are calling manager or assistances. IF they were smart they woudl call the assistant to call their friends during the challenges.
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I don't think think Gene simply wanted out, but I do think he purposefully took the blame in order to protect Nely from being fired. The fault for the task was more of Nely's fault than Gene's.
Cinera, sorry it took me so long to answer. After rewatching the tape, my memory was jogged about her talking too dang much. You are right, Nely was more at fault. Well, I guess we can say Gene was a gentleman in the matter, huh? Too bad he took the fall for Nely. :groan: He is much more entertaining that she is!!
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In one of the late-breaking articles on that episode I read that Gene finally realized his mistake in the Final Boardroom and tried to change who the contestants with him were. Trump told him tough luck. This would indicate that my theory that Gene wanted to lose may not have been correct. The person he certainly would have wanted in would have been Nely and her chances of being fired were quite high at that point.
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On Tonight's (2 Hour) Episode of The Apprentice
PIERS MORGAN AND VINNY PASTORE SHAKE THINGS UP AS DISLOYALITY, DOUBLE CROSSING, AND SPYING ALL COME INTO PLAY DURING THIS WEEK'S EXPLOSIVE TWO-HOUR 'THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE'
In An Episode Deemed 'The Croc and The Rat' - Remaining Celebrities Work Overnight to Create An Awareness Campaign for Crocs On Thursday, January 31, 9:00 PM- 11:00PM ET/PT
NEW YORK January 28, 2008 In this week's explosive two-hour episode, women's Team Empresario and men's Team Hyrdra work with very limited time to create an awareness campaign for Crocs' "Soles United" shoe donation program. Overnight, the two teams must create donation bins to be presented to the Crocs executives. In the process, Hydra team members Piers Morgan and Vinny Pastore shake things up with an explosive fight, and Vinny pretends to defect to Team Empresario but is really a spy for the men. Vinny then turns double agent, but the secret gets out when he is left alone with Marilu Henner.
After the presentation, the Crocs executives choose a winner, and in the boardroom, the truth of the previous 24 hours comes to light. Accusations fly, and in a twist elimination, another celebrity goes home on Thursday, January 31 (9:00 PM 11:00 PM ET/PT).
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In one of the late-breaking articles on that episode I read that Gene finally realized his mistake in the Final Boardroom and tried to change who the contestants with him were. Trump told him tough luck. This would indicate that my theory that Gene wanted to lose may not have been correct. The person he certainly would have wanted in would have been Nely and her chances of being fired were quite high at that point.
:girly That's okay, so your right 99.9 % of the time :lol:
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Was last night's episode ever strange! First of all, they expanded it to 2 hours because the producers wanted to catch all the angst and drama. The task was simple enough. Crocs shoe company is doing a recycling campaign and wanted to create a slogan and a recycling bin design to use across the country. The women had Carol Alt chosen for them as Project Manager by Donald Trump. The men chose Piers Morgan. The men started into their task and Trace Adkins came up with an excellent slogan. The men then designed a fairly standard bin and nominated Lennox Lewis (who else?) to be their model for photography. They accomplished all that quickly and then they obviously had lots of time on their hands. Piers found one of the women has outside their doors(they were in adjacent rooms) listening in so he decided to retaliate by using a spy. He asked Vincent Pastore to pretend to join the women's team but send back critical information about what the women were doing.
Vincent got invited to join the women's team and actually did a super (though unackowledged later) job for them, giving them several good ideas that they used. Then he and Marilu Henner left to go to the bin production place and he sent the men a note with the details of the women's slogan and bin design. Having that information actually did Piers Morgan no good, but he could not restrain himself so he went and rubbed it in the faces of the women with a taunting campaign which exposed Vincent and the result was that the women no longer trusted vincent and fired him. This was ironic since he really wanted them to win and for Piers Morgan to lose and get fired.
There was now a long period of angst and drama which I missed because my VCR ran out of tape while I was watching the end of the Celtics-Mavericks basketball game. When I came back, both teams were in the boardoom and no winner had been announced. Trump stated that the women won because Crocs like their bin design; both teams had excellent slogans. Vincent Pastore elected to resign, but Trump asked him to hold up and dismissed the women. Then there was clairification that Vincent would stay only if Piers was fired, as 2/3 of the other members of the men's team present (Tito Ortiz was off fighting) wanted him over Piers. The final decision by Trump was that he accepted his resignation since Vincent as a double agent should have known the risks of what he was doing.
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My current assessment of the contestants:
MEN
Piers Morgan and Stephen Baldwin - these guys are sharp and they hate each other; they are going to find a way to knock each other off in consecutive weeks, one from the "grave"
Tito Ortiz - was a winning Project Manager, but what did he do?; he will be toast sometime soon
Trace Adkins and Lennox Lewis - these are the guys who will be standing for the Final Four of Celebrity Apprentice
WOMEN
Carol Alt - her stock as risen high as a result of last night's win; she is a savvy New Yorker; I like her chances for the Final Four
Omarosa - her villainess value has worn thin; look for her elimination soon
Marilu Henner - I see her a another savvy player who will make the Final Four
Nely Galan - hanging on by a thread and incredibly lucky to still be there; she is too voluble and won't last
So, it's Adkins, Lewis, Alt, and Henner as my picks for the Final Four. We'll see how close I come on March 13 when the 5th remaining contestant is fired.
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I’m surprised that the men are already focusing on how to dupe their own team player,
instead of outshine the women for the task. Is it not a little early in the game.
Piers is hot though, I knew he would be good in this years celebrity edition.
What a sharp witted man he is to play the rest of the guys like that, accomplished!!
But perhaps all that focus cost him to lose that challenge, a box?
Not to impressive for me either.
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Excellent summation of last nite's ep, apskip. :tup: Thanks!
I loved all the double-agent/mafia drama with Vince! :wohoo: Too bad he felt he should resign. :'( I was hoping he would end up a hero :jam: and Piers would be fired. :snicker:
(I wonder why they didn't show Vince getting into the taxi and giving his final words like the rest? ??? )
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Sometimes I root for the underdog, & this is one of those times. So. Omarosa for the win! :jumpy: I have no idea how, but she's purdy dang slick and I think she can pull it off. If not the winner, she might at least be in the Final 4. Yeah, I know I'm sticking my neck out. ;D So far, Omarosa has done quite well. She has amazed me with her assertiveness and relaxed manner in which she has conducted herself in the midst of these celebs!! She is one heckuva gal, one whom I did not like at all in Season 1. But she is shining now. Good for her! For the win, Omarosa! :jam:
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RudyRules, as soon as the commercial came on instead of a confessional by Vincent Pastore, I was surprised too. I see your "I wonder why they didn't show Vince getting into the taxi and giving his final words like the rest?" in a wider context. The only single hypothesis I can come up with is that Vincent was not fired and confessionals are reserved only for those leaving the show at the request of Donald Trump. Vincent left as his own man and, really, he had already said everything that needed to be said in the huge amount of camera time they gave him in 2 hours. He didn't need 30 extra seconds.
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Excellent summation of last nite's ep, apskip. :tup: Thanks!
:ythat: I wont have to look for recaps any longer :lol:
What a pleasure to read with my morning coffee.
Great job!!!
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This week on The Celebrity Apprentice:
Thursday February 7, 2008
TITLE: "WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY" TASK: LIVING WINDOWS
Each team is given an empty storefront, models, a construction crew and mattresses to create a living window to promote Vera Wang mattresses by Serta.
One team struggles with the leadership of their project manager, while the other team works without the aid of a new team member.
In the end, Vera Wang and the Serta executive chooses the best window display, and a celeb from the losing team is fired.
Guest Star: Vera Wang Trump's Eyes and Ears: George Ross and Donald Trump Jr.
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RudyRules, as soon as the commercial came on instead of a confessional by Vincent Pastore, I was surprised too. I see your "I wonder why they didn't show Vince getting into the taxi and giving his final words like the rest?" is a wider context. The only single hypothesis I can come up with is that Vincent was not fired and confessionals are reserved only for those leaving the show at the request of Donald Trump. Vincent left as his own man and, really, he had already said everything that needed to be said in the huge amoung of camera time they gave him in 2 hours. He didn't need 30 extra seconds.
Well, you most adequately answered my question, apskip. :tup:
You are absolutely right! Thanks! ;D
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Tonight was quite interesting to watch Donald Trump approach a difficult decision. The task was to design a montage using the Vera Wang Serta mattress. Steven Baldwin insisted on being sent from the Men ot the Women's team. Omarosa didn't want him, but Trump told her she did not get a vote. Baldwin then was away until the last few hours of the task.
The Women's team had Omarosa as Project Manager and lost at the beginning while interviewing Vera Wang and the Serta executive. They assumed that Wang and Serta were looking for a traditional bridal approach and designed based on that. The men, thanks mostly to Piers Morgan, asked the deeper question of what they really wanted and found out that Wang is trying to diversify away from just bridal goods. The men used an idea from Trace Adkins to design a Great Lovers in History - Cleopatra and Marc Antony theme. Piers got into conflicts with his Project manager Lennox Lewis and all the Men had difficulty with the style of their Project Manager, but it didn't matter because they got their montage done creatively. The women have trouble due to Marilu Henner not listening and being a bit dictatorial. Their montage utilized Caol Alt in a wedding dress and Steven Baldwin in a tux. MaryLou Henner is an aside had a nasty but accurate comment on how Omarosa would not only stab you in the back but also stab you in the front; she considers Omarosa a vicious politcal infighter.
Omarosa believed based on the on-the-spot comments from Vera Wang that her team had won. However, in the boardroom she was shocked to find out that they had not. The Men won due to Creativity and Lennox got $20,000 for his Muhammed Ali charity. Piers taunted Omarosa on his way out of the room.
Omarosa had a tought decision to make. She was going to bring Steven Baldwin into the final Boardroom, but Trump cautioned her that such thinking got Gene Simmons fired. Omarosa changed her mind and made the better decision of Nely and Marilu. Nely was there because, as Steven pointed out before he left the Boardroom, she had the most experience in these type of productions and she failed to redirect or contribute. Trump stated that past episode performance does weigh into his decisions on who to fire. Omarosa herself go off the hook for her poor decision on the project design when Trump fired Nely, noting that she had been close it it 2 earlier times.
I think Trump made a bad decision once again. It should have been Omarosa. Who else was resposible for the design decision that sunk the team? It wasn't Nely; it was Omarosa.
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Nelly is a producer, but it is the decision of the project manager on the vision and what they do. I agree Omarosa should have been fired. Plus her wanting to take Steven was just to get rid of a guy was arrogant. She picked nelly because she knew Trump well enought that he had it out for her and would fire her. I think if Nelly would not have been there, Omarosa would have been fired.
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This week on The Celebrity Apprentice:
Thursday February 14, 2008
THE MANE EVENT TASK: HORSE AND CARRIAGE
Each team runs a horse and carriage business in Central Park.
All is smooth sailing for one team, as they offer champagne and flowers to customers, but the other team falls apart at the seams.
Things get very personal as two team members attack each other viciously throughout the task.
Billy Baldwin, Jenna Jameson, and John Rich all stop by to help raise money.
In the boardroom, the two warring teammates continue their fight in front of Donald Trump, and in the end, another celebrity is fired.
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This week on The Celebrity Apprentice:
Thursday February 14, 2008
THE MANE EVENT TASK: HORSE AND CARRIAGE
Each team runs a horse and carriage business in Central Park.
All is smooth sailing for one team, as they offer champagne and flowers to customers, but the other team falls apart at the seams.
Things get very personal as two team members attack each other viciously throughout the task.
Billy Baldwin, Jenna Jameson, and John Rich all stop by to help raise money.
In the boardroom, the two warring teammates continue their fight in front of Donald Trump, and in the end, another celebrity is fired.
Sounds like another good episode. :tup: Can't wait for tonight.
On another note, it seems so strange to me how things have gone down. Steven Baldwin being the latest. At the end of the last show he looked like a lost puppy. Out of place in either team at the moment. He and Piers have had a strange relationship but they always seemed to laugh and fix up the differences. The Vincent Pastore 2 hour show was schizophrenic for me. There were so many twists in that one I decided it had to be a setup by the producers.
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The biggest problem with this show is that it is all for laughs and trivial charity money. Do these celebrities really have to work hard to win? Not really. They act like they are portraying characters just like many of them do for a living. The only ones who come across as real to me are:
Omarosa - she really is the bitch she is shown to be in these contexts, a political animal fighting nail and claw for survival; why didn't Surivor cast her?
Carol Alt - a genuine original who can be a street fighter when riled
Trace Adkins - he is just what he appears to be
Lennox Lewis - you get what you pay for with him
Tito Ortiz- he is a total cypher but at least real
Otherwise, Stephen Baldwin, Piers Morgan, and Marilu Henner all seem to be characters and caricatures.
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Apskip, you are right on point. Lennox is a sleeper but has the best of the ideas.
LOL on Omerosa and Survivor. I'd pay to see that. :lol3:
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Tonight's episode had an unexpected outcome and ending. Donald Trump announced the mixing of the teams and assigned them to be Piers, Omarosa, Lennox and Carol vs. Tito, Marilu, Stephen and Trace. The task was to make the most money running 3 horse-drawn carriages in Central Park. Both teams immediately hit the phones to invite people they know to come and pay big bucks for charity. Piers had several, Carol a few, Tito a few and Omarosa none because she is only a pseudo-celebrity. Trace, Stephen, Marlu and Tito all had about the same heavy hitter contacts that they brought in. Piers was the Project Manager and he set the criteria of most dollars brought in to make sure Omarosa would fail if they lost. She could see through his strategy so they got into a cat fight in the van on the way to the starting point. She resorted to calling him and his children despicable names. Lennox and Carol were put in the position of being referees. Lennox called it tougher than being a participant in the Tyson/Lewis fight. Trace Adkins was the other Project Manager and his team was well run, harmonious and productive. Tito's girlfriend the porn star Jenna Jamison showed up as did Billy Baldwin and John Rich(a good friend of Trace). When the task was over it was not clear if enough of Piers' team's final contributors had made it in time.
The beginning of the boardroom was the shootout between Omarosa and Piers. He had a consistent, strong message that she was dirt and he could not be on the same team with her due to her calling his children names. She was pathetic in her name-calling in the boardroom. All it would have taken was a task defeat and she was gone. Unfortunately, their team won by $37K to $31K. Donald Trump had the uneviable task of firing someone from a team that functioned really well, which George acknowledged as their observer. Trump even asked for a volunteer to resign. He asked who was the weak link, but nobody volunteered anyone. Trump finally decided that noone should be fired. He also decided that Omarosa and Marilu would be switching teams.
I think this was the best boardroom decision Trump ever made.
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EPISODES AND ELIMINATIONS REMAINING
After the no-elimination episode last night, we have 8 contestants alive. We are now on course for the correct counts when reaching the Final 4 and Final 2. This means I do not expect any double firings in the remaining episodes except for the Final 4 where that is a standard policy:
after Feb. 21 7 remaining
after Feb. 28 6 remaining
after March 6 5 remaining
after March 13 4 remaining
after March 20 2 remaining
after March 27 1 Winner
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Thanks for the schedule. Did you find it odd that Trump seemed to be saying that Piers was just as much to blame as Omarosa in last night's episode? While he is abrasive, he has been on the winning team except for one show. Plus he raised more money than the other team all the while having to deal with the witch O's tantrums and insults. I can't believe that in a normal business day he would tolerate anyone acting like that nor allow someone to talk to him in the same manner.
I feel the audience being treated as if we were watching a wrestling match with utter faith that it is all real and the winner actually wins. (To find an analogy...) I just felt outrage that I had to endure this. I do think Trump was right not to fire anyone and I really was happy that no one volunteered to leave.
I'm hoping that next week one way or another Omarosa leaves.
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Thanks for the schedule.
I'm hoping that next week one way or another Omarosa leaves.
:ythat: Great job apskip, Texaslady we can only hope!!
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NEXT WEEK ON THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE
QUALITY, VALUE, AND CHAOS TASK:
QVC The teams meet for the task delivery, and Donald Trump sends them by helicopter to the QVC Headquarters in Pennsylvania.
Each team is responsible for writing, directing, and producing an entire ten-minute sales segment live on QVC.
A few of the celebrities have sold items on the network before, but others have a significant learning curve.
Each team has a disastrous rehearsal just before going on live TV.
In the end, the team that makes the most from sales wins, and another celebrity is fired.
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I think Piers bears a significant responsibility for causing trouble throughout all of the prior episodes of Celebrity Apprentice. He is a provocateur, but Omarosa has him bested by a factor of 3 in that category. Piers has alienated virtually every teammate he has had and three of them have left his team to get away from him(Gene Simmons, Vincent Pastore, and Stephen Baldwin). My conclusion is that Omarosa is the biggest troublemaker by far, but Piers bears major responsiblity too. I have predicted above that Donald Trump will be firing both of them before the Final 4(along with Stephen Baldwin and probably Tito Ortiz but maybe Lennox Lewis).
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I had to laugh at Trump who thought for sure the Empressario team would win. Good ole Trace!!! The guys should have stuck together. The women suck!!! Omarosa needs to go. I can't stand her. I would have slapped her if she would have talked to me like that. I can't believe they couldn't have found a better suited celeb woman than her. I mean come on!!!!
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I love Omarosa, but hate it that she had to bring Piers family into it.....other than that, MORE OMAROSA!!
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Really, while I admit the drama with her is slightly entertaining to watch but I just can’t stand her personal character on all her Apprentice appearances and any other place she has appeared. I find she just shoots her mouth off without thinking and just falls short of wowing me with intelligents, more like the lack of. She lacks any professionalism, the family thing the personal attack just sinks her. I sure wouldn’t hire her even as a gopher in the office as Donald himself never snatched her up but brought her back for the circus effect instead. What can I say I'm just not an Omarosa fan, she’s just not for the Apprentice anyways put her on BB against Dick now that’s something that will humor me at a whole different level.
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ca bb! I think you hit on the absolutely best place for Omarosa! A reality show contest with Dick! :lol3: :lol3: :lol3:
Why do I think she would have more than met her match?
I must say though, this has been more entertaining than I thought it would be when they came up with having a celebrity apprentice season.
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:lol: We’ll she likes pouring drinks on people and attacking them personally when she can’t articulate anything logical.
It is entertaining TexasLady the goal of this season raising money for charity is a great thing but I miss the initial concept of this show to find brilliant people to compete for a chance of working for Donald Trump. Mind you it’s interesting how the original show contestants might have came from the finest schools and outstanding grades yet they are not business savvy the winner really is the cream of the crop. I know someone else posted that earlier I just can’t go back to read right now but I sooooo agree with you, that’s what I miss about this season.
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This show was about selecting a product from about five possiblities, all completely new ones, at QVC Headquarters, then developing an on-air presentation to sell them and giving it on-air. Hydra allowed Marilu Henner to volunteer for this. Empresario caucaused and Stephen Baldwin took his second shot at Project Manager.
The decision on product was a bit weird. If both teams wanted the same product, they could continue to negotiate or flip a coin. They both wanted a unique ladder/handtruck combination and agreed to flip which Hydra won. Emprasario was forced to take its second choice, which was a carpet sweeper with the ability to pick up an amazing range of stuff. What I found weird was that Hydra had no backup; if they had lost the flip they would have lost time deciding what their second choice was.
The next big decision was who would be the on-air spokesperson. Stephen chose Trace and Marilu chose Marilu. Hydra had a short rehearsal(a wise idea), but Stephen elected to forgo it and let Trace go live without any rehearsal. Omarosa observed that Trace appeared very nervous just before on-air time. Marilu was paired with a male QVC host and Trace with a female QVC host. Marilu went first and was frenentic. She just exuded energy, but talked way too much. Ivanka and Donald both picked that up watching the live QVC channel from their NYC office. Trace was totally calm, but he made all the selling points. Someone, probably Stephen, had asked about the QVC E-Z installment plans and discovered that the sweeper could be sold for 5 payments of $11.99 each. Nobody on Hydra picked that up at all even though Carol had sold there for 5 years and Marilu claimed experience selling her books there before. Before the show, Piers had picked on Lennox for being sleepy, but Lennox did an OK job of being the "Director" of the show from the Control Room. For Empresario, Omarosa stayed out of trouble and was as helpful as she could be, knowing that her survival would ultimately depend on that.
Back to NYC and the Boardroom. Donald contrasted the differeing on-air styles and he noted that Emprasario used the E-Z Installment Plan whereas Hydra did not. When the results were presented, Emprasario had sold 743 units at $60 and brought in $43000 while Hydra had sold 703 units at a slightly lower price and brought in slightly under $40,000. Emprasario wins, Omarosa is safe once again, and Stepehen Baldwin gets $20,000 for his mother's cancer research foundation. He says she will be thrilled. He also says he stuck his neck out now to be positioned for the end game.
There is no joy on Hydra. Carol is asked whether she knew anything about E-Z Instllment Plans and she says no. Piers and Lennox both later say that accepting that answer at face value is absurd given Carol's experience with QVC. When asked to name who they would fire, Carol said Marilu, Lennox said Marilu, and Piers said Lennox. Marilu is true to her early-season alliances and guarantees Carol will not be fired by releasing her from the final Boardroom. Lennox takes a little heat, but he knows he was not the core reaons his team lost. Piers is not certain of that(Donald mentions that Piers is sweating for the first time in the season), but his performance was OK so he should be safe. Marilu knows that she made several big mistakes and someone has to walk the plank. Without Carol there to share that risk, she herself is the only possible choice.
Marilu's bad decisions in this task were:
1. to volunteer to be Project Manager when she did not have to.
2. not finding out about QVC installment sales and integrating that briefly into her presentation
3. being verbose on-air and losing some sales by talking too much
4. letting Carol Alt off the hook for the Final Boardroom
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:-* Apskip you rock!!!
Wow, you clearly enjoy writing.
You have to be ackowledged for such impressive and well written posts.
Thank you, it’s truly a pleasure to read.
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I write using the Howard Cosell school: "Tell It Like It Is" with some of the same ascerbic commentary that you know Howard would have used were he the commentator for Celebrity Apprentice, but thank you for your kind words.
I want to add something that I overlooked last night, a short exhange between Omarosa and Donald Trump that I do not have verbatim but believe I have captured the essence of:
Omarosa - It should be obvious to everything that I am a favorite of The Donald and he's going to keep me around.
Trump - Don't be too sure of that.
Omarosa - no verbal reply but a very startled look captured on her face by the camera.
Perhaps she is beginning to realize that she is the most vulnerable person still alive in the competition. Her diatribe against Piers and his family was anathema to Donald because it crossed way over the line of decency. Since associating himself closely with her would cast a bad light on him, Trump is not going to do that. He is going to get rid on her the first chance he gets. She has been very fortunate to be on winning teams for 2 weeks in a row. I am waiting for the day when she is Project Manager. It has to be coming soon.
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I love Omarosa, but hate it that she had to bring Piers family into it.....other than that, MORE OMAROSA!!
Of course you love her! :lol3: Cause you are a provocateur!
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I love Omarosa, but hate it that she had to bring Piers family into it.....other than that, MORE OMAROSA!!
Of course you love her! :lol3: Cause you are a provocateur!
First, I like, not love, Omarosa just for her gutsyness & her business skills, BUT...her people skills suck. Second, I agree with you Rob...hate that she attacked Piers' family. That was totally uncalled for and rude, to say the least.
I don't like Piers at all and wish he would hurry up and get fired.
TL, I looked up the word "provocateur" and it's barely in the dictionary!! :lol3: It says: "agent provocateur", then the word below is 'provocation' meaning 'to site anger or resentment'. Next, is the word is 'provocative' meaning 'tending to arouse or excite a response..." etc.
Ok, I know you all are just elated for that little vocab lesson! :lol:
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I love Omarosa, but hate it that she had to bring Piers family into it.....other than that, MORE OMAROSA!!
Yay Rob! Thanks for being a provocateur...tending to arouse/excite our responses about the love/hate Omarosa stuff!
I hated her at first and hated the idea of her being on this Apprentice. Now I respect her for having the dang guts to even allow herself to be competing with ALL these really popular, talented, hot, bigtime celebs!
Heck, Omarosa deserves to win, (aside from her insults to Piers' family) just for agreeing to be on this show with all Celebs! Doesn't anyone her agree with me?? ???
(ha ha, probably not except Rob!)
She has interacted with most of them favorably and consistently, working very hard with them.
Don't get me wrong, I DO like others also...esp Trace, Carol Alt, and Lennox. Baldwin...kinda-sorta.
Normally, I hate Celeb editions, but I love this Celeb Apprentice. It turned out to be verrry entertaining/interesting! :jumpy: :tup:
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I love Omarosa, but hate it that she had to bring Piers family into it.....other than that, MORE OMAROSA!!
Of course you love her! :lol3: Cause you are a provocateur!
TL, thanks for the new word (to me anyway!) :hugs:
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I love Omarosa, but hate it that she had to bring Piers family into it.....other than that, MORE OMAROSA!!
Of course you love her! :lol3: Cause you are a provocateur!
TL, I looked up the word "provocateur" and it's barely in the dictionary!! :lol3: It says: "agent provocateur", then the word below is 'provocation' meaning 'to site anger or resentment'. Next, is the word is 'provocative' meaning 'tending to arouse or excite a response..." etc.
Ok, I know you all are just elated for that little vocab lesson! :lol:
Ho, ho, Rudy Rules, you did a smart thing by looking in the dictionary for agent provocateur. However, your mistake was is looking at the American English dictionary. You may need a FRENCH dictionary since agent provocateur is a French word.
I went to a wide variety of sources for a good definition and here is the best I found:
Traditionally, an agent provocateur (plural: agents provocateur, French for "inciting agent") is a person employed by the police or other law enforcement body to act undercover and entice or provoke another person to commit an illegal act. More generally, the term may refer to person or group who provokes another to perform a wrong or rash action, the deliberate purpose being to incite wider conflict or harm.
An agent provocateur is often a police officer that encourages suspects to carry out a crime under conditions where evidence can be obtained; or who suggests the commission of a crime to another, in hopes they will go along with the suggestion, so they may be convicted of the crime. These are sometimes called sting operations.
One common use of Agents provocateurs is to investigate consensual or "victimless" crimes; since each participant in such crimes are willing participants, it is often difficult for the authorities to discover such crimes without the use of undercover agents.
Agents provocateurs are also used against political opponents. Here, it has been documented that provocateurs deliberately carry out or seek to incite counter-productive and/or ineffective acts, in order to foster public disdain for the group and provide a pretext for aggression against the group; and to worsen the punishments its members are liable for (see Red-baiting).
Historically, Agents provocateurs activities have been one operational tactic of labor spies who may also be hired to infiltrate, monitor, disrupt, and/or subvert union activities.
Terrorists act as agents provocateurs when they seek to provoke government repression or an aggressive response, hoping thereby to reduce the credibility of the government, gain it enemies, alienate, divide, and demoralize its constituency, and increase support for themselves. In this sense, provocation may be combined with endorsement terrorism. In many cases terrorist provocation is an example of what is colloquially called "let's you and him fight".
The activities of agents provocateurs pose a number of ethical and legal issues.
Rob, aren't you sorry you started all this, you terrorist!
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Ok apskip, thank you for the French edition. Excellent job. Very interesting synopsis. :tup:
Well, at least I was close enough to Texas Lady's French word to describe Rob's comments!!
The word 'provocative' is close enough! 'tending to arouse or excite a response"! :lol:
Rob, see what you did. You made...uh...aroused/excited TL, apskip & me go beyond the call of duty to describe & research your comment about Omarosa!
Oh wait. :groan: Rob didn't iniate all this...Omarosa did!! :lol3:
It all goes baaacck to Omarosa, the Villainess of Celeb Apprentice! :)
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:lol: He provoked us to post about Omarosa. You got it Rudy. See, he really IS a provocateur!
(And undoubtedly Omarosa is.) :snicker:
Apskip, I never am too sure about Rob. When you look at that avatar.....
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:lol: He provoked us to post about Omarosa. You got it Rudy. See, he really IS a provocateur!
(And undoubtedly Omarosa is.) :snicker:
Apskip, I never am too sure about Rob. When you look at that avatar.....
You got it, TL!! :lol3:
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Actually TL, your calling Rob a provocateur was very subtle!! So all this is your fault! :lol3: :rotf: ;)
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This Week On The Celebrity Apprentice
THE MONEY SHOT TASK: DIAL ADVERTORIAL
Teams work together to create a 4-page photo essay for Dial Yogurt Bodywash, to be featured in Redbook Magazine.
One team decides on a natural theme, while the other creates a sexy ad depicting their most photogenic celebrity in bed with a model.
Just hours before the deadline, two team members abandon their project manager to go to a bar.
When showing their work to the Dial executives, one celeb stumbles through the presentation.
The executives choose a winning team, and Donald Trump must fire another celebrity.
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Actually TL, your calling Rob a provocateur was very subtle!! So all this is your fault! :lol3: :rotf: ;)
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:) Oh boy, I know it's gonna be a good one today apskip :lol:
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The task was to design a 4 page ad layout for Redbook magazine and Dial's new Yoghurt BodyWash product. I was astonished to learn that Donald Trump uses Dial products(imagine him acting as a shill for these companies that pay millions for product placement on his show!; how could it ever happen that a supposed billionaire needs to prostitute himself in such a manner?; maybe this is the secret to how the rich get richer). The Empresario project manager was sure to be Omarosa, as she is clamoring to be it, until Trump casually mentions that the losing Project Manger this time has a high probability of getting fired. You never saw such fast backpedaling in your life. Omarosa immediately tries to weasel out of it and convince Tito to be PM. Tito is way too generous and allows her off the hook, probably because he wants his shot at the $20,000 for his charity(more on that later). Hydra chooses Carol Alt, who admits that she has been on the cover of Redbook 5 times and is clearly the most qualfiied on her team (and probably among all original contestants) to lead this task. Each team gets a consultant and a photo studio for the task.
Each team gets to the point of deciding how far on the "sexy" scale they are willing to go. Omarosa decides that two of their male models need to be topless for the photos and then recommends that Trace join in topless. He has major misgivings, but he does it and the reaction of all females in the room (there a a few besides Omarosa) is stunning. However, Stephen Baldwin, who is acting as de facto Project Manager with the support of Tito, decides at the end that it is too risky and does not include it in the final Emprasario portfolio, which was based on retaining skin moisture in dry desert air. The actual presentation is spread around the team, but Tito has more than anyone else and he totally botches his part due to nervousness. Hydra bases its campaign around a "stages of a woman's life" campaign with Carol Alt as the model. The last shot in their final portfolio is carol in a bed and a male model in back playfully eating her ear. They debated whether this was too risky but left it in. Piers is the presenter and does an excellent job.
The evaluation committee was composed of the Redbook editor and 2 Dial vice-presidents. They liked both presentations, but saw the Hydra one as having a much more coherent story line. One guy thought the ear-eating went over the line, but this was not enough to destroy the credibility of the whole campaign. The group clearly voted for Hydra, although the show left you in suspense.
Trump brought the teams into the boardroom and played with them, as he loves to do. He gave the Hydra ad to Emprasario and the Emprasario ad to Hydra and asked for their candid feedback. As you would expect in a competitive situation, he got back garbage. So he told them that he had an opinion(although I don't remeber him saying what it was), but that it was irrelevant because all that mattered was the committee concensus. He did not play with them any more and told them it was strong preference for Hydra. He told Carol, Piers, and Lennox to "get out of here". Then he turned to Emprasario and probed to find out who the wekest performers were. He got the surprising anwer from Tito that it was not Omarosa, who had made several contributions(which was really true). It was clearly not Trace, who had performed fabulous work once again as the model. That left Stephen and Tito. Either one deserved the ax, but Trump told tito that he had warned that the Project Manger was going to be held responsible and fired Tito.
However, he saved the biggest surprise of all for last. Carol Alt, who had done an excellent job as winning Project Manager, got $20,000 of Celebrity Apprentice money plus the opportunity to win the big money. Tito is held in such high esteem by Trump that the Donald gave him $50,000 of his own money for St. Jude Research Hospital. Trump is capable of reminding how generous he can be if he really likes someone and thinks they worked hard on his behalf.
Next week: this should not be missed. it appears to be Piers vs. Omarosa as Project Managers. They are both due. I predict before knowing anything else that Piers will give her an unforgettable thrashing. BE THERE, then read about it here. You know I will be relishing the opportunity to be write about the Celebrity Apprentice equivalent of World War III.
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LOL Ca, I cannot WAIT. Omarosa is no match for Piers.
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LOL Ca, I cannot WAIT. Omarosa is no match for Piers.
:-* Oh look at you, I love your new avatar.
I know I can't wait either. It's going to be a good episode.
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:bow: apskip, brilliant and that's what I was waiting to hear, :lol3: Omarosa pedaling backwards.
That was so funny she said she wanted it being the PM and then had a quick changed of heart.
Miss "O" spoke too soon.
What's up with that. She has to be kidding although I know she's not.
From a one name person down to a letter. What next a symbol like prince :lol:
I will definitely be there who can miss this highly anticipated thrashing.
You know from Piers, it's a resentment left from the family low blows stated by Omarosa.
Let's hope that's the last we see of her, at least on The Apprentice.
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I am going to put forward a hypothesis (for the mathmetically or scientifically inclined)/hunch (for everyone else):
Omarosa was brought onto onto Celebrity Apprentice and protected in order to bring her to the place where she will be this coming Thursday - in a major battle with one of the other celebrities. It didn't really matter which one. I would have guessed Gene Simmons would have been the one due to his erudite behavior, but his early departure from the scene essentially passed the torch to Piers Morgan as the most erudite and civilized of the men. It could even have been a woman who was slated as Omarosa's ultimate opponent; it didn't matter. What was important was lots of controversy that would build ratings. I will further hypothesize that Omarosa was given something no other contestant got - a guarantee of either money for a charity or an honorarium for herself regardless of how she finished. In other words, she was being paid to act a role and not to just be herself/himself like all the other contestants. As a reality series "star", she had much less celebrity than any other contestant so it could have been the only way for her to appear on the show. If my hypothesis is correct, she would be more grateful to Donald Trump for resurrecting her notoriety (worth $ in future opportunities) than whatever actual dollars she earned for herself or a charity.
What do you think of this scenario? Do it resonate with you? Would Donald Trump try to pull a stunt like this? Would Omarosa go along with it?
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I am going to put forward a hypothesis (for the mathmetically or scientifically inclined)/hunch (for everyone else):
Omarosa was brought onto onto Celebrity Apprentice and protected in order to bring her to the place where she will be this coming Thursday - in a major battle with one of the other celebrities. It didn't really matter which one. I would have guessed Gene Simmons would have been the one due to his erudite behavior, but his early departure from the scene essentially passed the torch to Piers Morgan as the most erudite and civilized of the men. It could even have been a woman who was slated as Omarosa's ultimate opponent; it didn't matter. What was important was lots of controversy that would build ratings. I will further hypothesize that Omarosa was given something no other contestant got - a guarantee of either money for a charity or an honorarium for herself regardless of how she finished. In other words, she was being paid to act a role and not to just be herself/himself like all the other contestants. As a reality series "star", she had much less celebrity than any other contestant so it could have been the only way for her to appear on the show. If my hypothesis is correct, she would be more grateful to Donald Trump for resurrecting her notoriety (worth $ in future opportunities) than whatever actual dollars she earned for herself or a charity.
What do you think of this scenario? Do it resonate with you? Would Donald Trump try to pull a stunt like this? Would Omarosa go along with it?
Absolutely apskip I don't doubt it and here's why.
There are sooo many celebrities out there that would have loved to been apart of this season.
The idea of being on The Celebrity Apprentice a chance of meeting Donald Trump if they haven't already
but ultimately the idea of raising money and awareness for their charity is huge.
I do not believe another celebrity could not have been found other than Omarosa to fill this spot.
I would think that it would be a second chance for Omarosa as well to redeem herself,
that she is a contender and qualified to work for Donald. Unfortunately she just can't pull it off.
I'm not saying she's not intellegent but just not enough of everything
that she would ever be considered as a suiteable person to work for Donald.
Overall she has demonstrated poor behaviour such as when she poured the drink and attacked Piers
with the family low blow and finally not stepping forward in her last challenge.
Like I had said previously she cannot handle challenged arguments or disagreement. She clearly acts out with anger.
Or what I call her famous Oh please that's what she always says I mean she might as well have said to talk to her hand.
Anyways I've gotten carried away with this and could possibly go on forever about it :lol:
So yes apskip I absolutely agree with you.
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I am going to put forward a hypothesis (for the mathmetically or scientifically inclined)/hunch (for everyone else):
What do you think of this scenario? Do it resonate with you? Would Donald Trump try to pull a stunt like this? Would Omarosa go along with it?
Absolutely he would set this up. Omarosa is an attention seeker of the first magnitude, it gives her camera time and exposure. When Omarosa went to such extremes to insult Piers and his family for no apparent reason but was not fired, that bothered me. It seemed to me then that she knew she was safe.
I would love to have seen Gene Simmons battle her but the upcoming war of words will be far better, the English have the ability to cut an opponent to pieces before they even know the war has begun.
Love your hypotheses.
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THIS WEEK ON THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE
PAINTING BY NUMBERS TASK: ART GALLERY
Each team must choose an artist, display their work, and sell the pieces in a shared art gallery.
One team struggles with sales and price point, while the other team has trouble displaying the art.
One team spies on the other, as the other team poaches clients.
In the end, the team with the highest sales figures wins, and a celeb from the losing team is fired.
:lol: What no mention of the thrashing, it sounds like another day in the office.
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I agree Askip.. Did n't Omarosa make some comment about Donald liking her or she was safe a few episodes back. Plus if she volunteered for PM and Donald kept reminding her the PM would be fired similar to Gene bringing the wrong person, he did not want her to go ~ atleast not yet.
I hoep she gets the boot this time.
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It's now time for a strategic overview of the remaining candidates' chances of making the Final 4 and my prediction of who will make the Final 2. Before we go there, I am reminded of Apprentice 4, when Randal Pinkett was named Apprentice over Rebecca. Rebecca spent the first half of A4 on losing teams, toiling in anonymity, but somewhere in there she caught the eye of Donald Trump when she stood up to him and took a "Devil May Care" attitude of telling it like it was(from the illustrious Howard Cosell School of Communications, of which I am a heavy subscriber and great admirer).
Why did I tell you that story? The past episode featured a similar incident and the way it was handled predicts great success for the individual who stood up to the Donald. I refer to Carol Alt: "“I’d rather be fired by standing up to a challenge than running away from one.” Trump says, “That’s a good line of crap.” Carol responds, “If it was crap, I wouldn’t have stood up. But I did.” I believe that Carol Alt more or less guaranteed herself a place in the F2 with that exchange plus what she has done previously in the Celebrity Apprentice, which has been solid. She has been a two-time winner as Project Manager, she has been effective as a model for her team multiple times. She has been the power behind the Project Manager several times. She is smart, savvy, tough and beautiful. She has been committed to charitable causes for decades. And she can talk back to Trump. What more could you want? She is first to reach F4 and I think she will make F2.
Next up is Trace Adkins. Trace is almost a mirror of Carol, except that he talks back to his teammates and not the Donald. He has been a Project Manager only once and he lost, but he was not viewed as the cause. He was the reason why his team won many times, either due to his modeling or due to the interesting concepts that he developed into the winning ideas. He has the complete respect of all his teammates and of Donald Trump. He also has many friends that he has called on to make charitable donations to support Trace's team. He is smart, savvy, tough, and very sexy to women. He has a lock on F4 as I see it.
Omarosa is fighting hard to stay in the game, but she is up against real professional celebrities who have many more talents than she does. Donald Trump needed her for controversy and ratings up to a certain point, but we've passed that point and she's on her own now. She'll be leaving before F4.
I thought Stephen Baldwin would be eliminated by now as a result of his machinations, It still could happen, but the competition he has is Omarosa and Lennox Lewis, so it looks like Stephen will make it to F4.
Piers Morgan is probably the most intelligent individual in the competition and maybe even as intelligent as Donald Trump. He has allowed himself to get into petty diversions with Omarosa, but with her gone he should be able to focus better. I think he will easily make the F4. He does have one Project Manager win.
Lennox Lewis is a neat guy, but Lennox isn't very smart and he doesn't work any harder than he thinks he has to. He's extremely tough and ambitious, but he is up against Piers, Stephen, and Trace for F4. There is no way Lennox is going to make it short of a travesty(which could happen; it has several times on earlier episodes of this show).
So, that will give us an F4 of Carol, Trace, Stephen, and Piers. I like Carol and Trace for F2 but it could be Carol and Piers. I don't think Stephen is going to make F2. He will have to content himself with the huge amount of money he has sent home to his mother already for the family charity.
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:jumpy: apskip your spoiling me!!
I can't wait to read your post, apskip rocks.
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I so agree on your views of Carol. I admire a woman who has it all. She is everything you said she is.
She reminds me of Jennifer Massey another woman I admire I think from season 2
and I was very disappointed she hadn't won and I believe she should have.
Anyways back to this season. I hope Piers can stay focused once Amarosa leaves.
He does have the ability to make it to the final 2 if he can forget about Amarosa
and his cockiness and just do what he is capbale of doing, I just don't have a doubt with him.
Stephen is stubborn as they said he has an idea and runs with it.
I would like to see more creativity with him instead of just using a model as part of the task.
My hope for final 2 are Carol and Piers these two are phenomenal.
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ca bb fan, you make an excellent point about Jennifer Massey. She was the winner in my view, but Trump awarded the Apprentice 2 to Kelly Perdew. What a mistake! Jennifer was quick, bright, beautiful, hard-working, and able to pull a team together to get things done. So what if she didn't have leadership experience in the military and had only been a lawyer. Trump has made several major errors in selecting the Apprentice over the years. Jennifer was his first mistake and Rebecca was his second.
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ca bb fan, you make an excellent point about Jennifer Massey. She was the winner in my view, but Trump awarded the Apprentice 2 to Kelly Perdew. What a mistake! Jennifer was quick, bright, beautiful, hard-working, and able to pull a team together to get things done. So what if she didn't have leadership experience in the military and had only been a lawyer. Trump has made several major errors in selecting the Apprentice over the years. Jennifer was his first mistake and Rebecca was his second.
:tup: apskip I’m impressed
I like a man that isn’t intimidated by gorgeous intellectual women.
I think that is what Donald Trump’s problem is and why Jennifer and Rebecca were not hired.
Donald can certainly admire beautiful women but is intimidated by them I’m guessing in a professional business environment.
What a coward.
Those ladies deserved to win.
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Let's be fair to Donald Trump. His criteria were clearly different from the ones I was using. The job of Apprentice, in spite of the massive PR that it is leading a division in the Trump organization, isn't anything close to that. It is primarily a Public Relations position for the Trump organization with an internal consultant's role thrown in. I am going to speculate without really knowing that the Apprentices in their initial assignments do not manage anyone. SO, do they to have massive leadership experience to qualify for that type of position? You've got to be kidding if you think so. Yet that is the reason Kelly Perdew was chosen over Jennifer. Randal Pinkett was chosen over Rebecca because he had 10 years business experience while she was a journalist and had almost none. So Trump chosen the leadership and high experience types.
Why that was a mistake was because he wasn't judging future potential and he didn't need all that leadership and business experience initially. He had two of the smartest females around who had the intellectual capacity to easily outthink Kelly and Randal. They were also poised and easy to get along with, which I did not think either Kelly or Randal really were. For the real job I think he should have chosen them. For the "phony facade job" Kelly and Randal were the right choices.
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I agree with Randal he was more experienced than Rebbaca and thought she did a wonderful job.
Jennifer I really thought she was better than Kelly.
Kelly had a more military background and I just couldn't see him as a VIP employed by Donald Trump.
Maybe it's just me but he didn't give off that image.
Where Jennifer did exhibit confidence and professionalism over all a suiteable candidate.
It's only a matter of opinion and heavens knows that does exist in the professional world, it happends everyday.
I would have hired Jennifer over Kelly, as attorneys do have leadership skills.
I mean what postion doesn't really require someone to take an initiative and I guess guide others.
Length of experience I could overlook presuming there is some :lol:
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:lol3: omg I love this episode and Piers kills me, wtg Piers and Carol!!
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Yeah, it was a good show. I just wanted Omarosa to stay one more week, but she did good getting to the Final 5! Please don't hit me dear Apprentice fans, but I thought she did a purdy good job, other than her poor taste in remarks and childish water pouring over Piers head!
Kudos to her for having the guts to be on a Celeb version of the Apprentice. I give her credit for that as well as demonstrating some good business skills although she's far from being an expert.
Aside from Omarosa, I'm rooting for Trace and Carol to be the Final Two! :jumpy:
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Yeah, it was a good show. I just wanted Omarosa to stay one more week, but she did good getting to the Final 5!
Not, quite, Rudy Rules. There are still 5 Celebrity Apprentice candidates left standing (Carol, Lennox, Stephen, Trace, Piers). After next week, we are likely to lose either Lennox or Stephen.
I agree with your thgoughts that Omarosa plays hard. She may be nasty and a back-stabber and a jerk, but she did earn her first 8 weeks of Celebrity Apprentice through hard work and her willingness to be the villainess.
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I almost don't need to do a recap this week. I called it last week and I don't even own a Ouija board. A very determined Piers with something to prove vs. Omarosa is NO CONTEST. I predicted a thrashing and that is what we got. The task was the old chestnut of selecting an artist, then displaying and selling selecting pieces in an a Manhattan art gallery. There was a bunch of B.S. about Hydra being assigned the space in the back(giving Emprasario the more strategic space in the front) and about Stephen spying on Hydra. It didn't make any difference, as it was the battle of the rolodexs once again. Piers was the master at this and had the big sales of the night. Lennox stole someone waiting to see Stephen and turned her over to Carol, who sold the man a piece of art. Their team sold a total of 14 higher priced (in the $10,000 range) pieces. Emprasario sold 3 (2 by Trace, 1 by Omarosa, 0 by Stephen) lower priced ($2000 range) pieces. Donald Trump classified it as the greatest slaughter in Apprentice history. It was obvious that Omarosa was going down. The question was whether ayone else would go down with her. It would not be Trace, so that left Stephen who admitedly had not been able to get his contacts mobilized to come buy art.
Piers started heckling Omarosa and she returned the favor. Hydra was sent to the Suite to watch the final Boardroom action. Omarosa was asked by Trump why she had a vendetta against Piers. She claimed he was weak because he was a closet homosexual. Piers was invited back into the room by Donald Trump and he did the funniest thing ever seen on any Apprentice show, which was to go behind Trace and then kiss him on the cheek and then he left the room. You have to see this and know the context to fully appreciate it; the phrase Never Kiss a Cowboy came up. Soon thereafter Omarosa was accused of having a defeatist attitude after her loss. She tried some desultory defense, but what can you say when you have been thrashed and know that the Project Manager will be held responsible and you are the Project Manager? Stephen got lucky and survived to fight again next week. He may be able to make Lennox the one who gets eliminated if he and Trace can pull out a victory.
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I have to admit I would have liked to see Omarosa put up a good fight before she left.
I am disappointed she couldn’t argue better instead of resorting to her low blow tactics that never
impress anyone. Too bad. She knew she was defeated and looked defenseless. Even Ivanka I
believe was disappointed and would have rather seen her give a good argument it would have been
more impressive.
Wishful thinking on my part but I love a great challenge. I would like to these remainder celebrities
duke it out as singles and see what they are made of instead of complimenting each other as a
group because I do feel some of them lack the creativity and can’t do it on their own. I have no pity
they are celeb’s but want them to try harder as this is still The Apprentice.
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ca bb fan & apskip, you both express yourselves very well and I have really appreciated both of your commentaries this season. Thank you bunches! :hugs:
We have what, three more shows? I think?
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March 13 drop the 5th contestant (probably Stephen or Lennox)
March 20 cut 2 (the one above who didn't get fired on the 13th plus the tough call of Piers, Trace or Carol)
March 27 Final episode (probably live)
You are correct, Rudy Rules, that's 3.
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ca bb fan & apskip, you both express yourselves very well and I have really appreciated both of your commentaries this season. Thank you bunches! :hugs:
:-* Hey RudyRules, I have to tell you it wouldn't be the same without you.
I have really enjoyed reading your posts as well.
I think we had a great season with this celebrity edition and I don't feel disappointed that Donald gave us this special edition.
I really did enjoy it and this thread.
I'm going to miss you guys on here but am glad to see you once again for next season.
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Those who saw this episode tonight may think that it was pretty straightforward, but that's not the way I see it. This was a complicated task with lots of questions remaining about how level the playing field was. the most fundamental aspect of a non-level playing field was three elements that worked in favor of Hydra:
1. they had 3 team members(Piers, Carol, Lennox) vs. only 2 for Emprasario (Trace, Stephen)
2. they had Lennox Lewis, heavyweight champion of the world as their main celebrity draw vs. the little-known-in-Manhattan(where country music is not that big) Trace Adkins and almost unknown Stephen Baldwin. Even Piers and Carol are better known in Manhattan than Trace and Stephen
3. they had a track record and aura of success
Before the task began, Piers indulged in major bombastic behavior and even a bit of Omarosa-bashing(what a surprise!). Trace appeared to be totally disgusted. Lennox had suggested to Piers that he apologize to Trace for his"Kiss a Cowboy" stunt the moment Trace arrived, which Piers indeed did do. Then Lennox in a playback moment that you can get away with if you are Heavyweight Champion of the World deemed the incident "Brokeback Boardroom", which I thought was incredibly funny but Trace didn't.
The task was to design a new Quiznos sandwich and sell open-face version of it for $2 at one of two east-side Manhattan Quiznos stores. Trace was the Project Manger as a result of Stephen having done it more recently. Lennox was the Project Manager for unknown reasons. Trace same up with the name Country Club for their sandwich and it was chipotle sauce, mozzarella cheese, bacon and prime rib on one-half of an English muffin run through a grill for a designated amount of time. I think Carol nominated the Champ for the name and Piers had it contain turkey and then Lennox wanted lots of cheddar cheese, with chipotle sauce on the half english muffin.
One key to success should have been advertising. Emprasario got a break when their store was 3 blocks from a printer, so they had their posters/flyers ready for distribution one hour before the start of the sales at noon. Carol was in charge of getting the same for Hydra and it did not arrive until less than 30 minutes before noon. Piers and Lennox were out on a 3rd Avenue sidewalk trying to drum up future business from 11am until about 1130am. The Ermprasario poster was Trace and Stephen is a black cowboy hat, which wouldn't have done much to attract me. However, Lennox Lewis heavyweight boxing champ would also have done nothing to attract me. Both teams had the description of their sandwich in small print and presumably their price in larger bolder typeface. This was a lunchtime New York crowd they were trying to attract with celebrity. I think that was a mistake both teams made. They should have focused on the excellent value that their sandwiches offered by touting the price and put the sandwich in the picture, not the celebrities. I think that would have sold better, but nobody asked me(are you listening, Donald Trump?). One other publicity note. Why waste Carol Alt behind the counter? Hydra should have put her out in front of the store to attract male customers walking by. Some portion of the 50% of the Manhattan workday population that is male would be interested in getting an autograph of a flyer of a sandwich by Carol Alt. I can pretty much guarantee this.
Operations were the responsibility of the staff at both restaurants and they did an excellent job. It appeared that lines were long much of the time from noon to 2pm. The task ended and there was a multi-hour wait for the Boardroom.
Broadway show Curtains Producer Daryl Roth had been the "eyes and ears" with Ivanka and she reproted that the teamwork between Trace and Stephen was smooth and the team seemed well-focused. Ivanka reported that Hydra was a well-oiled machine and Donald gave kudos to Carol which she deflected to Piers. The count of sandwiches sold was now about to be announced. Hydra sold 353. Emprasario sold 250. The main reason put forward was the difference of one team member. Ivanaka also offered a hypothesis that the Emprasario prime rib sandwich was not as desirable to a female audience as a turkey club was for Hydra. She said that she prefered the prime rib herself and I would have too, so I don't think that's it. I am speculating that the celebrity drawing power(which is OK to exploit in person, just not on your flyer) was superior for Hydra with Lennox Lewis besting Trace Adkins.
Hydra was excused and either Trace or Stephen was going to be fired. Trace took responsibility at the beginning of the final boardroom. He and Stephen explained how they work together and there were no problems, rough edges or issues after weeks of working together. Ivanka raised the issue of whether the decision should be based on the money-raising capacity of the individual in the future rounds. That thought process weighed heavily on Donald Trump and it was decisive in asking Ivanka at the end who she would fire. She said Stephen, which was obviously orchestrated. Donald fired Stephen, who had expected and predicted it and had no hard feelings. He had over $70,000 for his mother's charity and Trace has won zip so far. Trace had explained to Donald Trump for the second time why he was in the competition, for the charity representing the food allergy foundation that helps his 6 year old daughter. Trace will live to fight another day.
After Trace had gone back to the suite, Donald called the 4 semifinalists back to the Boardroom and told them before they left that room 2 of them would be fired. There was a clue as to who that is going to be in the brief previews following as there was a reference to a fight between two men(presumably the Final 2). If so, that would be Piers and Trace. Carol and Lennox are likely to be the ones eliminated unless the criteria that trump uses are strange.
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I think that would have sold better, but nobody asked me(are you listening, Donald Trump?).
:lol3: Oh that's funny and you are more on top of it over Donald, good job :tup:
Ivanaka also offered a hypothesis that the Emprasario prime rib sandwich was not as desirable to a female audience as a turkey club was for Hydra. She said that she prefered the prime rib herself and I would have too, so I don't think that's it.
Yes I would have bought the turkey mind you I don't eat cold cuts and someone had it with bacon, yuk!! I haven't ate bacon in probably the last 10 years. I would think New Yorkers would try to be a little more health conscious I would have for sure bought the veggie one if that was an option.
I'm looking forward to next weeks episode and am surprised by this shocker dropping 2 of them.
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ca bb fan & apskip, you both express yourselves very well and I have really appreciated both of your commentaries this season. Thank you bunches! :hugs:
:-* Hey RudyRules, I have to tell you it wouldn't be the same without you.
I have really enjoyed reading your posts as well.
I think we had a great season with this celebrity edition and I don't feel disappointed that Donald gave us this special edition.
I really did enjoy it and this thread.
I'm going to miss you guys on here but am glad to see you once again for next season.
Aww...thank you ca bb fan.
Yes, I totally agree w/ you about this celeb edition. It is the FIRST one that I can honestly say I enjoyed!! It was interesting to see how the celebs had to, and did, learn good business skills. And as I've said, I liked Omarosa mixed in with the Celebs, surprisingly! I never thought, in a million years, that I would ever like her on any show b/c I could not stand her in the first season!! Not sure I'd like her in any other show. LOL! I just thought it was a cool twist for her to be with the celebs...well...for the most part, that is. :angel:
I'll miss this thread too, but we have lots of others to yak in! :tup:
Are you keeping up with BBro? I'm not. There are other shows I like a lot better.
Well, we'll soon know who the Celeb Apprentice will be. I'm betting on either Carol or Trace.
Later~
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:-* Hi RudRules
I agree with you it’s been a great season and there is sooo much good reality out there
right now that I honestly can’t even watch all of it.
I am keeping up with every pain stacking minute of BB.
I honestly think sometimes I’d rather shoot myself in the foot then to tolerate another minute
but I have sooo many personal commitments that just seems to make it all better.
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EPISODES AND ELIMINATIONS REMAINING
After the no-elimination episode last night, we have 8 contestants alive. We are now on course for the correct counts when reaching the Final 4 and Final 2. This means I do not expect any double firings in the remaining episodes except for the Final 4 where that is a standard policy:
after Feb. 21 7 remaining
after Feb. 28 6 remaining
after March 6 5 remaining
after March 13 4 remaining
after March 20 2 remaining
after March 27 1 Winner
ca bb fan, this one's for you. Since the basic format of the Apprentice is unchanged every season, I was able to predict back on Feb. 14 that there would be 2 contestants eliminated to go from the Final 4 to the Final 2. That's just the way Donald Trump and Mark Burnett do it.
Now, that does not mean there won't be some shocker next week, like the return of Omarosa as a worker assigned to one of the teams under one of the Final 2. Will this be on Piers' team? Somehow I don't think so. Since I didn't see any mug shots of Omarosa in the previews last night, Trump may not have asked her when he has many beloved real celebrities to pick from. She probably won't get asked, but I would love to see more of Jennie Finch, who I thought got a pretty raw deal.
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I want to add a postscript to my recap, as some more items have come to my memory:
0. In reviewing the tape, Trump definitely said fight between two men in the Preview and I am almost certain he is referring to the Finale.
1. At the beginning of the show, Piers was pretty obnoxious in gloating over the departure of Omarosa. He even gave a mocking toast to her when all 5 were sent to the Boardroom to meet with Trump about the next task. He had better watch out, because that kind of behavior does not play well with Trump, who has a long memory.
2. Why did Trump call them all back immediately? Of course it could just be editing tricks, but I don't think so. We have valuable celebrities who have been around for theoretically 12 weeks (actually 24 days as they do shows in about 2 days each) and keeping them any longer than necessary has a large opportunity cost for them. It is better to finish up and release them ASAP.
3. To that end it appears that the Final 2 are named practically at the beginning of the next show and then they get to select from an abbreviated list of eliminated contestants starting with Carol and Lennox and Stephen, who will still be around. The preview showed Marilu and Stephen definitely in that role and of course the losers who don't make the Final 2 can't be shown yet.
4. Most of the next show I expect to be devoted to planning and executing a huge charity event. The Back Street Boys and Sarah Ferguson will be part of that event.
5. There was a figurative cloud shown hanging over Piers just like the Sword of Damocles. I believe that just might be the appearance of Omarosa. If he is forced to take her as a support person, that would be interesting to watch. Donald Trump might just maneuver that to give Piers one final challenge. Trace probably wouldn't want Omarosa either, so if Trace got first pick then Piers would be forced to either take her operate one team member short.
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Thanks apskip I had no idea as I haven't kept up that so I am surprised that Donald will eliminate 2 celeb's.
Oh Piers you gotta love him he is cocky isn't he but can be focused and do great work.
He certainly brought some great laughs to this season as well as impressed me
for taking The Apprentice seriously as much as he could.
It is interesting how the final 2 shows will play out
and I must say this celebrity edition has continued to keep me eagerly waiting for every episode.
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:lol: You know the site of Omarosa will either push Piers to do his best and win this or kill his drive and cause him to lose.
If Piers is forced to take Omarosa as his support person his best chance of winning is fire her.
He would be better off taking on the challenge by himself instead of losing focus and wasting it on her.
It all depends just how much he can't take the site of her.
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The more I think about this, the more convinced I am that the only way Trump can reasonably even the edge that Piers has earned through his years of celebrity contacts is by Trace getting first pick of the other celebrities. I assume Trace will take Marilu because of her contacts. I have no idea if Gene Simmons will be one of the invitees but if so I think Trace will steer clear of him even though he does have great contacts because Gene is not a team player; he only can lead a team to victory and not be a supporting player on someone else's team. Usually you get 3 eliminees to choose from. I predict it will go something like this:
#1 Trace pciks Marilu Piers picks Carol
#2 Trace picks Lennox Piers picks Stephen
#3 Trace picks ?Tito? Piers is forced to pick Omarosa
Let's see how close I come to the real scenario next Thursday night.
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Piers will be lucky if he gets Carol on his team.
Steven and Omarosa will side track him because they require so much energy to keep them forcused
and to have Piers best interest I don’t know if they will pull through on that one.
I think Piers can do it. He has to be swift make a decision use 3 or 4 resources and
execute it. Pure determination to succeed will work for him.
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Here's some new information on Omarosa:
The Apprentice first-season contestant and reality show retread claims she'll be back on The Celebrity Appearance prior to its live finale broadcast on March 27, The New York Post reported Wednesday.
Although it likely has something to do with the final task assignments in which several previously eliminated contestants are traditionally brought back to help each season's final The Apprentice finalists, Manigault-Stallworth wouldn't divulge when -- or more importantly why -- she reappears on The Celebrity Apprentice.
"I'm multi-faceted, I have all these different sides," she told The Post. "I'm very competitive. I love to kick ass and the press doesn't like to pick up on my kinder, gentler side."
Now, did any of you pick up on Omarosa's kinder, gentler side? I have to say that despite microscopic examination of each of the first 13 episodes, I totally missed her kinder, gentler side. I did not miss her laudable work ethic, intelligence, frequent contribution to her teams, but most noteworhty was her case of foot-in-mouth disease translating into rash actions particularly with respect to Piers Morgan. How much of that was the real Omarosa and how much was dictated by Donald Trump and Mark Burnett delineating what character she was portraying we don't know.
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:ascared omg she's back and wont go away
Oh please that is Omarosa whatever comes out her mouth and including all her actions
I don't think it was dictated to her to attack Piers and his family, pouring the drink etc.
I don't think anyone buys that she is projected exactly as what she displays and viciously says, grrrr I dislike her :lol:
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:groan: Oh great why did I read that. Now I'm in a foul mood :lol:
And here I was looking forward to some great and brilliant thinking on the upcoming tasks
That is now ruined knowing "O" will be there interferring with her nonsense and all this for drama
Yea okay that is Donald's fault for thinking that is what I was hoping to get out of the show.
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TV Guide's latest issue has spoken. A performer in the Live Finale show is none other than Trace Adkins. I guess that makes it unlikely that Trace is going to face Piers in the Final 2. It will have to be Lennox unless somebody is throwing some screwballs here.
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TV Guide's latest issue ahs spoken. A performer in the Live Finale show is none other than Trace Adkins. I guess that makes it unlikely that Trace is goign to face Piers in the Final 2. It will have to be Lennox unless somebody is throwing some screwballs here.
:ascared Interesting, great find apskip.
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Mark Burnett comenting in yesterday's New York Post on the casting of Omarosa for Celebrity Apprentice:
"Omarosa was someone I was on the fence about, but Trump said she was gonna be great . . . and he was completely right. She delivered and created incredible conflict. And if you haven't got conflict, you don't have a reality show."
Now you know for sure why that great celebrity Omarosa was on the show.
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Mark Burnett comenting in yesterday's New York Post on the casting of Omarosa for Celebrity Apprentice:
"Omarosa was someone I was on the fence about, but Trump said she was gonna be great . . . and he was completely right. She delivered and created incredible conflict. And if you haven't got conflict, you don't have a reality show."
Now you know for sure why that great celebrity Omarosa was on the show.
Thanks for sharing that info apskip
The conflict was created by everyone's dislike for her from the get go.
She didn't have to say anything and Piers would have been on her.
Piers knows who she is and didn't need to work along side her to figure her out.
Piers deserves some credit for the drama that Mark and Donald were hoping to create.
Only his was acceptable in my opinion anyways, and did come out as a winner with that conflict.
I can't wait for tonight :wohoo:
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Well, most of the answers are in. The late night massacre has been shown on tonight's episode. Jim Cramer and Erin Burnett, big-time business columnists got the opportunity to interview the Final 4 and make recommendations. The thought Lennox was "too laid-back." I thought Lennox answered questions like a chump, not a champ. They hated the ultra-competitive style of Piers. they loved Carol and Trace and recommended that the two of them be the Final 2.
Donald Trump took their recommendation under advisement. He questioned Lennox and discovered that Lennox really did depend on Piers for team success rather than vice-versa. That cooked Lennox' goose and Trump fired him. Then he went after Piers, who told him that being obnoxious and disliked isn't relevant when you can bring in the most money for a charity event. He reminded Trump that his (Piers') style was much like the style that Trump is reputed to have. Trump told Carol and Trace that, even though the columnists recommended that they be the Final 2, he was going to have Piers in the Final 2, so one of them was going to make it and one not. He discovered by questioning that Carol has a high regard for Piers and his methods and the that Trace would never invite Piers to Nashville and hates him. That was enough for Trump to make up his mind. He decided on a Final 2 where the 2 basically hate each other. Carol was fired. Trump congratulated the winners of his elimination contest and told them to show up the next morning for further instructions.
The task turned out to be a Charity Event(what a surprise, since that's what all Apprentice finalists handle) in 2 days. He flipped a coin, told Trace he wins if it is heads and Piers he wins if tails. I thought that just maybe it was a two-headed coin but there was no Omarosa to force onto one's team so why bother to rig the flip? Trace won and got to pick from 4 eliminated contestants. He picked Lennox, Piers picked Stephen(which surprised both Trump and me), Tracepicked Marilu, and Piers picked Carol who looked very pleased. Both teams are theoretically good teams; the proof will will in how hard and smart they work. My only surprise was that it was not the traditional 6, so Omarosa was not included. She is going to show up somewhere, somehow in this Event. Trace and Piers then negotiated who would be responsible for what functions. Trace wanted and received performing artists relations and decor. Piers got catering and auction operations. Both then selected from a variety of auction items that they were selling. All proceeds for this event were going to be split between Trace's food allergy charity and Piers' war veterans charity.
Trace started in trying to contact a variety of Nashville country music legends. He chartered 2 jets to bring them from Nashville to New York. The one group that is definitely involved is the Back Street Boys, who had very particular specifications for what needs to be in their dressing room. Trace was disgusted by the triviality of some of it and tried to talk them out of some of it. It appeared that he was not succeeding, particularly when a new request for wheatgrass juice was made.
Lennox and Marilu went to shop for decor. Marilu was getting carried away and unable to promptly decide. Lennox gave her a very effective bit of advice that you make a decision and move on, not looking back.
Stephen was supposed to line up a bunch of movie and TV celebrities. He had zero success with this due to the short lead time. It appeared that he was really leaving Piers out on a limb, but I believe this will get rectified somewhat next week. It is not clear just what Carol is doing, although I am sure she is doing it well.
Piers himself was going after British celebrities. He lined up Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York to lend her presence and donate a tea party with her to the Event. Previews of next week indicate that Simon Cowell will attend and there will be an unexpected telephone call into the event (from Prince Charles?, Prince Andrew? somebody important in Britain?).
There are two loose ends that I wish to predict about. First is the report that Trace himself will perform. That is totally logical if he is short on Nashvile talent. Who better than Trace to perform country music? The second is when and how Omarosa is going to show up. I had predicted there was be 6 eliminated contestants coming back and there were only 4, leaving no room for Omarosa.
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:tup: Great job apskip
What is up with baldwin. He never had any contacts throughout this season.
Oh well I'm glad he brought his sense of humor.
It's a bit of a waste though, it looks like he lost interest somewhere throughout this season.
I don't know I'm still betting for Piers to win this.
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:tup: Great job apskip
What is up with baldwin. He never had any contacts throughout this season.
Oh well I'm glad he brought his sense of humor.
It's a bit of a waste though, it looks like he lost interest somewhere throughout this season.
I don't know I'm still betting for Piers to win this.
I'm new at this cabbfan but I hope Piers wins too. It seems he has much more business sense than Trace.
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I'm new at this cabbfan but I hope Piers wins too. It seems he has much more business sense than Trace.
:waves: Hello rosesrred, and a :welcome3: to you
I'm glad to see your an Apprentice fan and it's great to hear you like Piers too.
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If Trace were not guaranteed half the proceeds of the auction, I would be rooting for him. however, I am a fan of Piers. His style of problem-solving suites me more than the more deliberative approach useed by Trace.
I think it is worthwhile to take a look at the past winners of the 6 Apprentice shows:
1 - Bill Rancic
2- Kelly Perdew
3- Kendra Todd
4- Randal Pinkett
5-Sean Yasbeck
6-Stephanie Schaefer
Are any of these really memorable? I see Randal in the news occasionally but I live in new jersey near where he lives. Bill Rancic occasionally shows up from time to time on NBC. Kendra, Sean and Stephanie are almost invisible.
My point is that the Celebrity Apprentice is a superior concept for having real celebrities compete for charity than having non-celebrities compete for a job. I had a lot more fun with Celebrity Apprentice than any Apprentice season. I am glad that Trump and Burnett decided to do Celebriaty Apprentice 2 and show it next January. Bravo!
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I don’t know but Trace, he’s just too laid back for me, so much that I would get impatient. I’m more of a quick brainstorm and let’s get it done. He’s very intelligent but not an effective speaker. I mean I can slow down and listen to him and he wouldn’t kill my drive but Piers would definitely bring a level of enthusiasm out of me and I guess a greater joy to deal with but that’s just more personal with me.
The only person that is kinda sorta memorable to me is Bill. I did come across news articles with him but nothing recently but the fact that I can’t recall what it was related to says it all.
As for The Celebrity Apprentice who knew it would be a success oh wait a minute probably Donald seeing this is what he does basically but only televised. Boy what I wouldn’t do to actually get a sit in on one of his actual boardroom meetings. I’ve been to many myself. There are ones that make me feel great leaving them and some that need help you bet I moved on that’s just life.
I can't wait for Celebrity Apprentice 2.
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I really enjoyed Celebrity Apprentice much more than I thought I would, too. I am so glad that they are making a 2 thank you for that info Askip. As for the other winners the first is the only memorable one to me and that's because he is just got married to Giuliana DePandi from E News! I can't wait to see who will be on.
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I really enjoyed Celebrity Apprentice much more than I thought I would, too. I am so glad that they are making a 2 thank you for that info Askip. As for the other winners the first is the only memorable one to me and that's because he is just got married to Giuliana DePandi from E News! I can't wait to see who will be on.
Your right, I wonder who will be the next celebrity Donald chooses for the drama factor.
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Mark Burnett comenting in yesterday's New York Post on the casting of Omarosa for Celebrity Apprentice:
"Omarosa was someone I was on the fence about, but Trump said she was gonna be great . . . and he was completely right. She delivered and created incredible conflict. And if you haven't got conflict, you don't have a reality show."
Now you know for sure why that great celebrity Omarosa was on the show.
:wohoo: :lol3: Yeah Mark Burnett!
The show would've been borrrinnng without 'O'.
As far as Piers...he's a good businessman but so arrogant and rude. He can't keep his mouth shut even when The Donald is talking.
And of course, you know I'm rooting for Trace all the way. He may not be as good a businessman, but he's humble and polite. He's sweet. Like me. :lol:
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He's sweet. Like me. :lol:
:lol: You are absolutely adorable RudyRules
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Rudy Rules, to quote you
Trace may not be as good a businessman, but he's humble and polite. He's sweet. Like me.
At least you are not wanting us to believe that you are humble, polite and sweet. Your skills as a business person are beyond the scope of this thread.
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All Celebrity Apprentice fans are forewarned that the Finale is a 2 hour show thursday from 9pm EDT to 11pm.
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All Celebrity Apprentice fans are forewarned that the Finale is a 2 hour show thursday from 9pm EDT to 11pm.
Thank you for the forewarning you now know where I will be on Thursday from 9-11pm. :wohoo: :lol3:
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Rudy Rules, to quote you Trace may not be as good a businessman, but he's humble and polite. He's sweet. Like me.
At least you are not wanting us to believe that you are humble, polite and sweet. Your skills as a business person are beyond the scope of this thread.
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I will say that Trace is determined and highly motivated. I really don't know how much he hates Piers. There definitely is a clash of cultures there. What I do know is that Trace wants to win because the charity he represents, the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network, is one to which he is totally dedicated because of his young daughter. Trace does not need to win for the ego value (unlike Piers). It will be interesting. One factor to consider is that I am certain that Donald Trump likes Trace as a human being much more than Piers, so if the "results"(because this will be a subjective measurement) are close then who the Donald likes will win. The fact that Donald likes Trace more and Trace has won no money so far cold be the tie-breaker at that point.
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I think Trace will do a great job and I hope he wins.
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Solely based on performance thus far Piers has been bending over backwards to win each challenge. I have never observed Piers to sitting one out and letting his teammates do his work while he sits back and takes a breather. Piers is highly motivated creative brings an incredible enthusiasm to every challenge leading to all his team winnings. Piers is the biggest money maker because he has stepped forward in all his challenges. Is he a prick, sure. But that did not get in the way of his outstanding performance.
Trace is sweet and nice I totally agree with everyone on that one. But funny how all I can recall about Trace performance wise, the only thing that stands out to me is Trace posing shirtless with a guitar. I don’t recall Trace coming up with any bright ideas, thinking outside the box and having lead his team in a challenge. They were picked off one by one.
Now if Donald likes Trace because he’s nice and Donald wants to Trace to win The Apprentice and not base it on past performance. We’ll, I’ve said it before in the business world it’s not always fair but it can be a matter of personal preference.
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Solely based on performance thus far Piers has been bending over backwards to win each challenge. I have never observed Piers to sitting one out and letting his teammates do his work while he sits back and takes a breather. Piers is highly motivated creative brings an incredible enthusiasm to every challenge leading to all his team winnings. Piers is the biggest money maker because he has stepped forward in all his challenges. Is he a prick, sure. But that did not get in the way of his outstanding performance.
Trace is sweet and nice I totally agree with everyone on that one. But funny how all I can recall about Trace performance wise, the only thing that stands out to me is Trace posing shirtless with a guitar. I don’t recall Trace coming up with any bright ideas, thinking outside the box and having lead his team in a challenge. They were picked off one by one.
Now if Donald likes Trace because he’s nice and Donald wants to Trace to win The Apprentice and not base it on past performance. We’ll, I’ve said it before in the business world it’s not always fair but it can be a matter of personal preference.
cabbfan I couldn't have said that any better myself so thank you for doing all the typing for me :lol3: Performance wise you could always see Piers shine, personality wise well not so much. Good job well done :roses:
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To quote myself, Trace Adkins "has been a Project Manager only once and he lost, but he was not viewed as the cause. He was the reason why his team won many times, either due to his modeling or due to the interesting concepts that he developed into the winning ideas. He has the complete respect of all his teammates and of Donald Trump. He also has many friends that he has called on to make charitable donations to support Trace's team. He is smart, savvy, tough, and very sexy to women."
I have gone back and tried to identify those situations where Trace demonstrated leadership of his team without being its Project Manager. There were many:
the voice of the commercial for Pedigree Pet Adoption
Vera Wang - the concept of Great Lovers in History
Carriage Rides in Central Park(he was the losing Project Manager but nobody on his team was fired because they did such a good job;this was the famous Piers/Omarosa meltdown)
QVC - he did the on air segment with no rehearsal and was totally smooth and appealing; would you buy a sweeper from this man? many women would and did
Redbook/Dial - he was on the losing team but did a super job as the cowboy model
I haven't even got all the early season incidents where he was a major contributor but the major action concerned other contestants. Point out to me any other contestant who has shown as much leadership as Trace. Other contestants have been 2 time or one time winning Project Managers, but I will state that nobody has made as significant contributions to the overall success of his teams as Trace.
EDITOR'S NOTE - Here's some extra things Trace accomplished:
came up with the winning slogan for a Crocs show campaign, and conceived the Cowboy Club sandwich
The Crocs campaign was a winner. Most people, especially me and Ivanka Trump, believe that the Cowboy Club sandwich design was a major reason Trace and Stephen lost the Quiznos sandwich challenge.
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Point out to me any other contestant who has shown as much leadership as Trace.
:lol: apskip I am not going to challenge you as I have far too much respect for your opinions and I believe we could argue to no end.
Mind you this would have been a welcomed challenge from me anyways as I know you would put up a great argument and knocked my socks off.
But thank you for going back and bringing to my attention some of Trace’s contributions that weigh in.
I have no doubt that Trace will win The Apprentice congrat’s to him.
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Update The Celebrity Apprentice
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Trace Adkins performs his latest single on the Finale that will go on sale at iTunes immediately following his performance.
Proceeds to benefit Adkins Charity.
Source: http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=38690646 (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=38690646)
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I think it will come down to how well they do in this challenge and how well they work with their "helpers" we know in the past a good project manager is only as good as his helpers. If they fall and he does not see it or help then it is still his responsibility.
I have mixed feelings about Trace preforming. I think it shows his commitment to perform at the chrity auction, I also think he will be a good draw as he is the typical cowboy. BUT will Donald and the others think by him performing he is not managing the event.
I agree with you that Piers has always stepped up and tried to win every challenge. The thing that will hurt him is people might not want to work with him. I think it will come down to can he keep his cool. When he is backed in a corner or frazzled is when he gets more negative. You can be loud and abrasive without being negative.
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I think it will come down to how well they do in this challenge and how well they work with their "helpers" we know in the past a good project manager is only as good as his helpers. If they fall and he does not see it or help then it is still his responsibility.
I have mixed feelings about Trace preforming. I think it shows his commitment to perform at the chrity auction, I also think he will be a good draw as he is the typical cowboy. BUT will Donald and the others think by him performing he is not managing the event.
I agree with you that Piers has always stepped up and tried to win every challenge. The thing that will hurt him is people might not want to work with him. I think it will come down to can he keep his cool. When he is backed in a corner or frazzled is when he gets more negative. You can be loud and abrasive without being negative.
:waves: Very well said, Texan. Also appreciate comments by apskip & ca bb fan. You all have made very valid points, and I respect each of you for being so perceptive and fair in your reasoning. :tup:
I'm, of course, a Trace fan and rooting for him! He has done an awesome job...in a quiet yet effective way.
The Donald is a fair businessman and will make the right decision.
Whoever he picks, I will respect his choice even if it's Piers.
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Update The Celebrity Apprentice
Trace Adkins performs his latest single on the Finale that will go on sale at iTunes immediately following his performance.
Proceeds to benefit Adkins Charity.
Source: http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=38690646 (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=38690646)
:jumpy: :wohoo: Trace!!
:ty3: :ty3: bunches for posting that wonderful photo, ca bb fan!! :kuss: :hugs:
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I think it will come down to how well they do in this challenge and how well they work with their "helpers" we know in the past a good project manager is only as good as his helpers. If they fall and he does not see it or help then it is still his responsibility.
I have mixed feelings about Trace preforming. I think it shows his commitment to perform at the chrity auction, I also think he will be a good draw as he is the typical cowboy. BUT will Donald and the others think by him performing he is not managing the event.
I agree with you that Piers has always stepped up and tried to win every challenge. The thing that will hurt him is people might not want to work with him. I think it will come down to can he keep his cool. When he is backed in a corner or frazzled is when he gets more negative. You can be loud and abrasive without being negative.
:waves: Very well said, Texan. Also apskip & ca bb fan comments. You all have valid points and I respect you all for being so perceptive and fair in your reasoning. :tup:
I'm, of course, a Trace fan and rooting for him! He has done an awesome job...in a quiet yet effective way.
The Donald is a fair businessman and will make the right decision.
Whoever he picks, I will respect his choice even it's Piers.
And of course the best thing of all is the $$$ goes to charity and they both have wonderful charities that will benefit from the money raised so either way it will be a night of goosebumps because it's a win win situation. :hearts:
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:ythat: rosesrred!
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:jumpy: :wohoo: Trace!!
:ty3: :ty3: bunches for posting that wonderful photo, ca bb fan!! :kuss: :hugs:
:lol: He is a good looking cowboy, beautiful blue eyes ;)
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Yeah! Love his singing too! I wish he'd have a concert in my area. Maybe the State Fair? Wow, how awesome would that be! :wohoo:
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And of course the best thing of all is the $$$ goes to charity and they both have wonderful charities that will benefit from the money raised so either way it will be a night of goosebumps because it's a win win situation. :hearts:
rosesrred you are absolutely right.
These two men are great competitors with ultimately the same goal, raising money and awareness for charity :tup:
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Yeah! Love his singing too! I wish he'd have a concert in my area. Maybe the State Fair? Wow, how awesome would that be! :wohoo:
:lol: yes he does sing very nice, just for you RudyRules :hugs:
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Thank you ca bb fan.
Now I wish it would play. Since I have Dial Up instead of DSL, the players just buffer instead of play. I have the latest flash player, etc, but it doesn't help. Sorry. But I do thank you for the sweet thought! :hugs: :hugs: :hugs:
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Thank you ca bb fan.
Now I wish it would play. Since I have Dial Up instead of DSL, the players just buffer instead of play. I have the latest flash player, etc, but it doesn't help. Sorry. But I do thank you for the sweet thought! :hugs: :hugs: :hugs:
:groan: okay we'll you can see him perform on Thursday and watch his myspace for any concert dates.
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Thanks for the tip! Didn't think of checking Trace's myspace. Great idea! :)
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Thanks for the video, He has such a good voice. I will have to look up his myspace and add him to my friends.
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The Celebrity Apprentice A 2 Hour Season Finale Tonight
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Starting on March 27th, you will have THREE ways to make your own donations to the celebrities' chosen charities.
PSMS Text Messaging
During the finale broadcast, you can lend a hand and support both finalists' charities by using your mobile phone and texting the word TRUMP to 30101. The cost per text is $1.00, plus participating service providers may charge additional text messaging fees. Net proceeds will be donated to Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and to FAAN. Viewers who text will also receive a video message from Donald Trump thanking them for their generosity. Entrants must be 18 or older.
Live Online Auction
You now have the opportunity to bid on items seen on this season's Celebrity Apprentice. All proceeds from the online auction go directly to Piers Morgan's selected charity, Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, a not-for-profit organization that provides support for the families of military personnel lost in service. For a complete list of the items up for auction, please visit www.nbc.com/auctions. The auction runs from March 27th through April 3rd.
iTunes
Celebrity Apprentice Finalist, Trace Adkins, will be performing his hit single, "You're Gonna Miss This" live with his band during the finale. For two weeks only, you can download the charity single exclusively at iTunes.
All proceeds for the entire two weeks lifespan of the download will go to Trace's chosen charity, FAAN (Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network). FAAN is the largest charity in the world dedicated to helping and advocating for the 12 million who suffer from food allergies.
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Heh! I respect all the conflicting opinions but I'm a Piers fan, but really which ever one wins tonight is fine with me. I did notice in last weeks show that Piers took notice that Stephen wasn't performing his task and you could see the wheels turning in his head. That's what makes him a good businessman, he sees problems and finds a solution.
Can't wait to see tonight's finale! :yess: I was very skeptical about this season with celebs but it has turned out to be excellent.
About Omarosa, I have no doubt she'll turn up somehow to add to the drama. :meow:
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I will have to set the DVR as we will be at boy scouts tonight. But I will make hubby go and get Trace's song off itunes to hlep the charity. My DD will love to have it on her ipod
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which myspace site are you using for Trace? I tried to look up Trace and there seems to be a few.
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which myspace site are you using for Trace? I tried to look up Trace and there seems to be a few.
:-* Hello Texan
I believe Trace's official myspace is the one I had posted earlier with his pic.
Here is the link again: http://www.myspace.com/traceadkins (http://www.myspace.com/traceadkins)
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Heh! I respect all the conflicting opinions but I'm a Piers fan, but really which ever one wins tonight is fine with me. I did notice in last weeks show that Piers took notice that Stephen wasn't performing his task and you could see the wheels turning in his head. That's what makes him a good businessman, he sees problems and finds a solution.
Can't wait to see tonight's finale! :yess: I was very skeptical about this season with celebs but it has turned out to be excellent.
About Omarosa, I have no doubt she'll turn up somehow to add to the drama. :meow:
:-* Hey TL I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one that was a fan of Piers.
I realized talking to my girl that I think I like the "bad boy" tough foul mouthed men like Piers Evel Dick and Gordon Ramsay.
:groan: I think I need help :lol:
I did get a hold of Piers and congratulated him on a job well done.
If anyone wants Piers myspace here it is in the link: http://www.myspace.com/piersmorgan (http://www.myspace.com/piersmorgan)
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Heh! I respect all the conflicting opinions but I'm a Piers fan, but really which ever one wins tonight is fine with me. I did notice in last weeks show that Piers took notice that Stephen wasn't performing his task and you could see the wheels turning in his head. That's what makes him a good businessman, he sees problems and finds a solution.
Can't wait to see tonight's finale! :yess: I was very skeptical about this season with celebs but it has turned out to be excellent.
About Omarosa, I have no doubt she'll turn up somehow to add to the drama. :meow:
:-* Hey TL I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one that was a fan of Piers.
I realized talking to my girl that I think I like the "bad boy" tough foul mouthed men like Piers Evel Dick and Gordon Ramsay.
:groan: I think I need help :lol:
I did get a hold of Piers and congratulated him on a job well done.
If anyone wants Piers myspace here it is in the link: http://www.myspace.com/piersmorgan (http://www.myspace.com/piersmorgan)
First of all thank you ca bb fan for the great update on tonights Apprentice.
And what is it with these bad guys? What draws us in? I guess it's because I see the soft side just as much as I see the fight to the end side. I'm going to Piers myspace and leave a job well done, too. Thanks for the info on that.
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First of all thank you ca bb fan for the great update on tonights Apprentice.
And what is it with these bad guys? What draws us in? I guess it's because I see the soft side just as much as I see the fight to the end side. I'm going to Piers myspace and leave a job well done, too. Thanks for the info on that.
Oh thank you thats so nice of you to say.
You are so right these guys do have a soft side they are just competitive and have a way of words it doesn't make them bad.
I believe even Carol Alt liked Piers they got along just fine.
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**** Spolier Warning for those that havent seen the finale ****
The Winner of The Celebrity Apprentice is
Piers Morgan :wohoo:
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Thanks ca bb fan, for all the info and photos. :hugs: Great coverage from you and apskip, who I also say thanks to! :tup:
Well, my GENTLEman Trace didn't win, but it was close. The Donald was torn between them, but Piers did win a lot of projects & did a great job in spite of the things I didn't like about him. :res:
The highlight of the show for me was Trace singing his new song. But the whole show was great.
I agree with TexasLady: I was very skeptical about this season with celebs but it has turned out to be excellent.
I hope there will be another Celeb Apprentice! :yess:
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:-* To my dear friend who didn’t join us tonight.
You are my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery, get well soon.
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apskip is sick? Whoever it is...I'm sorrry and pray for a speedy recovery.
:pray:
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I only saw the last hour. Piers did do a good job from what I saw. I really think ti came down to who raised the most money. I think, correct me if i am wrong, that Trace and Piers split the money earned at athe auction. This means Trace still helped out his charity tremendously and the awareness was great. I loved when he sang and will be downloading it this weekend.
I do have to say that I think Piers did imply his donars were better due to the $$ they gave. I thougth Trace showed character for standing up for his friends.
They both did well and it was a good finally.
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It was a great finale and I must say I am glad Piers won he is a better business man and Trace is a good person one that is almost to good to be true and there aren't many like that around! His song was good! Bring on the next Celebrity Apprentice I loved it!
And get well soon my prayers are with you for a speedy recovery (http://dl.glitter-graphics.net/pub/420/420021lpjc7ug7l1.gif) (http://www.glitter-graphics.com)
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:-* Hey TL I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one that was a fan of Piers.
I realized talking to my girl that I think I like the "bad boy" tough foul mouthed men like Piers Evel Dick and Gordon Ramsay.
:groan: I think I need help :lol:
I did get a hold of Piers and congratulated him on a job well done.
If anyone wants Piers myspace here it is in the link: http://www.myspace.com/piersmorgan (http://www.myspace.com/piersmorgan)
Good job ca bb! LOL on needing help. I loved the finale, all except for Ivanka's question in the board room. Bedside manner? :lol3:
Honestly there was no way on earth that Piers wouldn't win, his charity was for wounded servicemen and he did raise the most money. I do hope that Trace's daughter and children like her can be helped. That is also needed research. My neighbor's grandson who she takes care of has the same type of food allergy. He can't eat so many things that other children can and she says the list of things is growing which makes it even worse.
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I just spoke with apskip and he asked me to pass on his thanks for all the get well wishes and a little update.
While still in the hospital, he is in very good spirits and is recovering nicely and is hoping to be able to go home soon, possibly even by tomorrow or the next day.
He also said that the most recent Apprentice recap is done but will need him to be at home to be able to upload it here --due to that hospital's archaic lack of computer access for its patients :lol:!
Thanks to all for the concern, and I'll update y'all tomorrow if he isn't home and able to do it himself. :hugs:
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The Celebrity Apprentice Finale Was The Thursdays #1 Show
'THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE' FINALE IS THURSDAY'S #1 SHOW IN 18-49 AND TOTAL VIEWERS, CURRENTLY PACING NBC TO A THURSDAY WIN IN BOTH CATEGORIES
'THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE' FINALE IS THURSDAY'S #1 SHOW IN 18-49 AND TOTAL VIEWERS, CURRENTLY PACING NBC TO A THURSDAY WIN IN BOTH CATEGORIES
LAST NIGHT'S 'CELEBRITY APPRENTICE' IS THE TOP-SCORING FINALE IN THE 'APPRENTICE' FRANCHISE SINCE THE FINAL EPISODE OF 'APPRENTICE 4' IN DECEMBER 2005
'CELEBRITY APPRENTICE' SURGES 41 PERCENT IN ADULTS 18-49 AND 51 PERCENT IN TOTAL VIEWERS VERSUS THE MOST RECENT 'APPRENTICE' FINALE IN APRIL 2007
BURBANK, Calif. March 28, 2008 Paced by the finale of "The Celebrity Apprentice," which was the #1 telecast of the night in adults 18-49 and total viewers, NBC is currently #1 for Thursday night in adults 18-49, total viewers and other key measures, according to "fast affiliate-based" "live plus same day" viewing figures from Nielsen Media Research (pending updates).
Last night from 9-11 p.m. ET, the live finale of "The Celebrity Apprentice" (4.5 rating, 12 share in adults 18-49, 12.1 million viewers overall) scored NBC's highest 18-49 rating in this slot in six months (since September 27, 2007, during premiere week) and delivered NBC's biggest overall viewership in the time period for a non-sports telecast in 16 months (since November 23, 2006).
This was the top-scoring finale in "The Apprentice" franchise in both adults 18-49 and total viewers since the conclusion of "The Apprentice 4" on December 15, 2005. Last night's "Celebrity Apprentice" finale was up 41 percent in 18-49 rating and 51 percent in total viewers versus the most recent finale in "The Apprentice" franchise (a 3.2/8 in 18-49 and 8.0 million viewers overall for the finale of "The Apprentice 6" on Sunday, April 22, 2007).
Throughout its current run "The Celebrity Apprentice" has consistently outpaced the prior cycle in "The Apprentice" franchise and it has concluded its run with overall gains of 24 percent in 18-49 rating (3.6 vs. 2.9) and 27 percent in total viewers (9.1 million vs. 7.2 million) versus the prior cycle (based on "live plus same day" averages).
"The Celebrity Apprentice" built steadily from half-hour to half-hour, increasing by 28 percent in 18-49 rating (to a 5.0/14 from a 3.9/10) and by 20 percent, or 2.2 million persons in total viewers (to 13.2 million from 11.0 million) from its first to its final half-hour.
From 8-9 p.m. ET, "Deal or No Deal" (3.0/9 in 18-49, 11.2 million viewers overall) was the hour's #1 non-sports choice in adults 18-49 and the #1 program in the hour outright in total viewers. From its first half-hour to its second, "Deal" increased by 36 percent in 18-49 rating (to a 3.4/9 from a 2.5/6) and by 27 percent of 2.6 million persons in total viewers (to 12.5 million from 9.9 million). "Deal" delivered NBC's highest 18-49 and total viewer results in this time period in six weeks (since February 14).
Pending updates, NBC ranked #1 on Thursday night in adults 18-49, total viewers and other key measures. Preliminary 18-49 averages for Thursday night are: NBC, 4.0/11; CBS, 3.8/10; Fox, 2.8/8; ABC, 1.9/5; CW, 1.4/4. In overall total viewers, March 27 preliminary results are: NBC, 11.8 million; CBS, 9.7 million; Fox, 8.7 million; ABC, 6.0 million; CW, 3.3 million. Fast affiliate-based results are subject to revision, especially in the case of live events, such as CBS's coverage of the NCAA Basketball Tournament.
Source: http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20080328nbc01 (http://www.thefutoncritic.com/news.aspx?id=20080328nbc01)
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Again, apskip asked me to pass along this good news--he is being released from the hospital this evening, and plans to be back online tomorrow! :hearts:
Wonderful news indeed!
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Great news, peach. I'm glad he's ok and will be back soon.
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cc bb fan, thanks for the info about the Apprentice ratings etc.
I've thought that since The Celeb edition was so great and very well received, perhaps Trump & Burnett should consider having only Celebs from now on and invite one person from a different season...like they did this time with Omarosa.
Or, maybe it'd be better to not invite a regular person and have ONLY celebs. What do you all think?
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Great news, peach. I'm glad he's ok and will be back soon.
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cc bb fan, thanks for the info about the Apprentice ratings etc.
I've thought that since The Celeb edition was so great and very well received, perhaps Trump & Burnett should consider having only Celebs from now on and invite one person from a different season...like they did this time with Omarosa.
Or, maybe it'd be better to not invite a regular person and have ONLY celebs. What do you all think?
:-* Hey RudyRules
I'm glad you enjoyed the season as well. That's a great idea or maybe they can give us 2 seasons a year one for the regular Apprentice and one Celebrity edition. I enjoy watching the original one because I find that it's great to see what new and innovative ideas the regular contestants can come up with.
I wonder if Omarosa will return as a villain or maybe they can substitute her with Piers the newly crowned villain or bad guy. I don't know whether he would be willing to do something like that again or can fit it into his schedule but who knows I think he enjoyed the challenge.
On a side note Rudy did you watch Hell's Kitchen because you said you were willing to try watch it.
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What does one do laid up in a hospital for 6 days? Why watch Tv shows and write recaps wherever appropriate. NBC was one that was on my hopital cable lineup (the Travel Channel was not), so I saw the 2 hour Celebrity Apprentice finale in its entirety. If only Donald Trump had applied this much class to Kelly vs. Jennifer or Randal vs. Rebecca?
So, it's Good (personified by Trace Adkins) vs. Evil (personified by Piers Morgan) with Trace making his opening statement "I'm gonna kick your ass." HUH? Since when does the Good guy say that? That sounds like a desperate man holding on to the back of his saddle while laid our over the horse's rear end so as to not get thrown off. The charities were the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network and the Fallen Heroes foundation benefitting U.S. and British soldiers wounded in the Iraq War.
Stephen has tried to sell tickets for the event to his contacts, with almost total lack of success. Is he an inside saboteur?
Although he is really pissed at Stephen, Piers is diplomatic by apolgizing to him for having suggested that Stephen did not contribute much to the success of Piers team effort.
Trace has had to find a leg brace for one fo the Back Street boys and a tube of black nail polish. He is really disgusted by having to do the latter. Trace appears to be feeling the pressure.
On to the Auction! There were only a few items that really mattered in the final Piers total of $373,000. Tea with The Duchess of York(Sarah Ferguson) brought $1000,000 from a senionr executive of Cantor Fitzgerald, a large financial industry firm that lost over 700 employees at the World Trade Center on 9/11/2001. They also bid $100,000 for the 2 tickets for Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production in London. Piers pulled off a total coup by having dinner with Ivanka Trump plus $10,000 to spend on diamonds with her personal escort. An in-person bidder was very interested in this this, but he stood no chance against Simon Cowell bidding remotely up to the $100,000 which won it. Trace had a total of $62K. He knew he was being badly beaten up.
Trace won the ticket sales by $38K to $12k(Trace should thank Stephen for his non-selling that is keeping Trace alive).
So everything else goes into a Miscellaneous category. Trump chooses to asks the other 14 contestants, include Gene Simmons live from Tokyo, who he should pick. About 11 unequivocally say Trace. Stephen finally reveals that he was a turncoast since he strongly prefers Trace. Omarosa was given two chances to ask questions or make statements of Piers but she muffed each pitch and lost her chance. But you know what, Trump has already demonstrated his contempt for such public opinion polls so he will completely ignore this one. It's up to Trace to make final statement after he has performed his newest hit single to benefit his charity directly(probably a recgnition in advance that Trace would need the money since he wasn't going to get much out of the formula. Trace emphasizes how her and Piers set the ground rules for both teams to work together to optimize the results for charity, which actually happened. Piers makes his statement as to why he deserves it and he focuses on how much money he has achieved for charity, and how his style is much like that of one Donald Trump, maybe a bit ruthless at times.
With time running out to too much speechifying earlier by others(including Gene Simmons) Trump decides that Piers wins and is the Celebrity Apprentice.
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Thanks Apskip, once again a brilliant synopsis.
I got a little tired of the good vs evil theme which we first started hearing little whispers about a few episodes back then full force when the 2 were chosen as finalists. I thought it was mostly a ploy since when do you worry about being a nice guy in business. Doing the right thing yes, but being nice isn't how I believe The Donald got where he is. :angel:
I'm so glad you are out of the hospital, you were sorely missed. :-*
TL
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So, it's Good (personified by Trace Adkins) vs. Evil (personified by Piers Morgan) with Trace making his opening statement "I'm gonna kick your ass." HUH? Since when does the Good guy say that? That sounds like a desperate man holding on to the back of his saddle while laid our over the horse's rear end so as to not get thrown off.
:lol: Thank goodness your back and hotter than ever, I can't stop laughing.
As you can tell no one was willing to step into your shoes.
As always apskip what a great read.
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Update Trace Adkins Trump Sent The Wrong Message To Young People In America
(http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff102/ca_bb_fan/tadkins.jpg)
The live version of “You’re Gonna Miss This” that Trace Adkins performed on the finale of The Celebrity Apprentice is, as of tonight, the eighth-most popular song on iTunes. That’s significant because downloads from “between March 27 and April 10, 2008 will support the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network,” according to its web site.
Meanwhile, Trace appeared on the radio today, and, for the first time I’ve seen since the finale, challenged Donald Trump’s decision to “hire” Piers Morgan instead of him. “With all due respect to Mr. Trump, you know, I think the decision he made sent the wrong message to young people in America. I mean, you know, I think the message he sent was just make the most money; it doesn’t really matter how you go about it or how you conduct yourself or who you stomp on in the process, just as long as you come out on top, you know, as far as your windfall profits, and I just, I still feel that that was the wrong decision,” Trace told Glenn Beck.
Beck admitted having not watched the actual show so instead focused mostly on Donald Trump’s hair, which Trace admitted he was fascinated by. “Trump saw that I was staring at his hair. So he pulled on it to show me that it was real,” he said. “I mean, it is a marvel. You just stand there and you look at it and you try to — you know, you try to see, you know, where it’s pinned on or whatever and you just, you can’t find it, you know. And I looked. … It’s one of those mysteries that we’ll just never know the truth about it, I’m afraid, you know? And I’ve looked closely. I couldn’t figure it out, either.”
Trace also demonstrated his dry, amusing wit; when the show had audio problems, Trace said, “This is professional radio right here. … Maybe when Rush gets through with that board he is using now, you guys can borrow it.”
http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/ (http://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/)
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On a side note Rudy did you watch Hell's Kitchen because you said you were willing to try watch it.
I watched the first 15min or so and didn't like it well enough to continue. Just not my "cup o' tea", sorry ca bb fan. I don't like cooking anyway! :groan:
That's the last thing I enjoy doing.
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On a side note Rudy did you watch Hell's Kitchen because you said you were willing to try watch it.
I watched the first 15min or so and didn't like it well enough to continue. Just not my "cup o' tea", sorry ca bb fan. I don't like cooking anyway! :groan:
That's the last thing I enjoy doing.
:lol: Oh sorry to hear that. I love cooking and have the food network on 24/7
Oh well at least you gave it try :kuss:
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On a side note Rudy did you watch Hell's Kitchen because you said you were willing to try watch it.
I watched the first 15min or so and didn't like it well enough to continue. Just not my "cup o' tea", sorry ca bb fan. I don't like cooking anyway! :groan:
That's the last thing I enjoy doing.
:lol: Oh sorry to hear that. I love cooking and have the food network on 24/7
Oh well at least you gave it try :kuss:
Ok ca bb fan I knew I loved ya :roses: I love the food network too. I can't even tell you which show I love the most. Too bad my family isn't adventurous or I'd be cooking something different every night. :tup:
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I went back and listed the elimination order of the contestants. Here it is:
1 Tifani
2 Nadia
3 Gene
4 Jennie
5 Vincent
6 Nely
7 Marilu
8 Tito
9 Omarosa
10 Stephen
11 Lennox
12 Carol
13 Trace
with Piers named the Celebrity Apprentice.
When you look at that list, Gene Simmons going out so early was a surprise(but explainable by his inexplicable behavior in not bringing Nely to the Boardroom). Marilu was a surprise that she did not last several episodes longer, but her volubility and inability to listen to the customer did her in. Lennox and Carol were positive surprises, both doing much better than I would have predicted at the outset. Trace was no surprise after the first episode, but a major reality television commentator issued a prediction that Trace would finish dead last before the season began. Trace really showed that individual! Anyone who watches America's Got Talent should not be surprised that Piers Morgan won due to the sharpness of his intellect.
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NBC has announced that Celebrity Apprentice 2 will be shown in February 2009 on Thursdays in the 10pm time slot. They have also committed to a Celebrity Apprentice 3 in 2010, but obviously its existence will depend on the ratings for CA2.
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NBC has announced that Celebrity Apprentice 2 will be shown in February 2009 on Thursdays in the 10pm time slot. They have also committed to a Celebrity Apprentice 3 in 2010, but obviously its existence will depend on the ratings for CA2.
Thanks apskip first i want to say that I am so :jumpy: that you are feeling much better "Welcome Back" you were missed :hearts: :roses: and I'm so glad CA 2 will be back but I wish the date were sooner :'(
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NBC has announced that Celebrity Apprentice 2 will be shown in February 2009 on Thursdays in the 10pm time slot. They have also committed to a Celebrity Apprentice 3 in 2010, but obviously its existence will depend on the ratings for CA2.
:faint: February 2009 that's so far away but I loved the Celebrity edition :wohoo:
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That's good to know, ca bb fan. Yeah, it seems like a long ways off, but it'll be here before you know it!
Thanks for letting us know, apskip. I'm glad you're feeling lots better! :tup: :yess:
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:-* hey RudyRules you might be happy to see some more of Trace on tv
Country Singer Adkins to Hit Daytime TV
After getting fired by Donald Trump on "The Celebrity Apprentice," country singer Trace Adkins is turning to the make-believe world of daytime television.
Adkins will sing his latest hit, "You're Gonna Miss This," from his CD "American Man, Greatest Hits Vol. II" on the May 2 episode of CBS' "The Young and the Restless."
"It was a blast," Adkins told The Associated Press after taping the show Wednesday. "I've not recently watched the show. My first wife was really into it. That's not what caused us to get divorced."
The thrice-married Adkins plays someone other than himself in "Trailer Park of Terror," to be shown this month at the Nashville Film Festival. He also just finished shooting a part in the independent Christmas comedy "American Carol," opposite Kelsey Grammar.
"I'd like to do some more of the acting stuff," he said. "I'm at a point in my life and my career - I'm at such a beautiful place - if something doesn't sound like fun to me I probably won't do it. It's a luxury to pick and choose the projects you want to be part of."
Adkins lost out to former British tabloid editor Piers Morgan on NBC's reality show. He sold more tickets to a charity event during the final task, but Morgan raised the most money.
"I had the popular vote and Piers had the money. It was Trump's decision and he placed more importance on the money," he said. "I wasn't disappointed at all. I'm getting recognized a lot more these days. I've had a few people that have told me they've started listening to country music because of my appearance on that show."
Adkins has three nominations for the Country Music Television awards in Nashville on Monday night.
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/P/PEOPLE_TRACE_ADKINS?SITE=NEYOR&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT (http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/P/PEOPLE_TRACE_ADKINS?SITE=NEYOR&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT)
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Wow! Awesome article, CA! Thank you. :hugs: I'll mark my calendar to watch "The Young and the Restless" May 2!
Later on, will buy his latest CD "American Man, Greatest Hits Vol. II"
with the song he sang on Apprentice. ("You're Gonna Miss This")
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Thanks ca bb fan I watch All My Children but will make a point of watching Trace! Thanks for all your updates you are wonderful with your updates thank you again :roses:
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Yeah! Love his singing too! I wish he'd have a concert in my area. Maybe the State Fair? Wow, how awesome would that be! :wohoo:
:<3 I think Trace Adkins read your post RudyRules, only I don't know if this fair is in your area
ZZ Top possibly out for fair; Trace Adkins on list
ZZ Top’s Aug. 10 performance at the Illinois State Fair no longer is listed on either the band’s official site or Pollstar, a concert-industry Web site.
Since February, the band had been listed as performing Aug. 10 at the fairgrounds, presumably as a Grandstand act.
It’s not clear if the concert has been canceled.
Fair spokesman Jeff Squibb said Thursday that until agreements are made and contracts signed, the appearance of any artist can’t be confirmed.
In other state fair concert news, country singer Trace Adkins has popped up on Pollstar as performing Sunday, Aug. 17 — the final night of the 2008 Illinois State Fair. Adkins’ concert likely would be a Grandstand performance as well.
Adkins last performed locally to an estimated crowd of more than 10,000 at the 2006 Sangamon County Fair. That concert came hot on the heels of Adkins’ “Songs About Me,” an album that went double platinum behind the hit “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk.”
Just two months later, Adkins released “Dangerous Man,” a gold-selling album with the hits “Swing” and “Ladies Love Country Boys.” Currently, “You’re Gonna Miss This” — a new track from Adkins’ “American Man: Greatest Hits Vol. II” — is Billboard’s No. 1 country single.
Adkins will perform “Miss This” on a May 2 episode of CBS soap opera “The Young and the Restless,” the latest in a round of acting appearances. Adkins appears in the film “Trailer Park of Terror” and will play the Ghost of Christmas Future in “American Carol,” a comedy scheduled for release in December.
He’s also dabbled in publishing and TV appearances. Late last year, Adkins wrote “A Personal Stand: Observations and Opinions from a Free-Thinking Roughneck.” And earlier this year, Adkins was the runner-up on NBC’s “Celebrity Apprentice,” which saw celebrities entering Donald Trump’s competition to raise money for charities.
http://www.sj-r.com/News/stories/28456.asp (http://www.sj-r.com/News/stories/28456.asp)
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Yeah! Love his singing too! I wish he'd have a concert in my area. Maybe the State Fair? Wow, how awesome would that be! :wohoo:
:-* Rudy I also found Trace Adkins will be performing a lot this upcoming months in fairs and concerts. He could very well be performing close to you.
Fri 04/18/08 Biloxi, MS Hard Rock Hotel / Casino
Sat 04/19/08 Lake Fork, TX Toyota Texas Bass Classic
Sat 04/26/08 Nashville, TN Grand Ole Opry House
Fri 05/02/08 West Wendover, NV Peppermill Concert Hall
Sat 05/03/08 Reno, NV Grand Sierra Resort & Casino
Tue 05/06/08 Stockton, CA Bob Hope Theatre
Wed 05/07/08 Redding, CA Redding Convention Center
Fri 05/09/08 Kelseyville, CA Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa - Amphitheatre
Sat 05/10/08 Laughlin, NV Aquarius Casino Resort
Sun 05/11/08 Yuma, AZ Paradise Casino
Thu 05/15/08 Valley Center, CA Valley View Casino
Fri 05/16/08 Henderson, NV Sunset Station Hotel & Casino
Sat 05/17/08 Phoenix, AZ Chase Field
Thu 05/22/08 Anchorage, AK George M. Sullivan Sports Arena
Fri 05/23/08 Fairbanks, AK Carlson Center
Sat 05/31/08 Saint Petersburg, FL Tropicana Field
Fri 06/06/08 Enterprise, AL Bama Jam
Fri 06/13/08 Thackerville, OK Winstar Casino
Fri 06/20/08 Kansas City, MO Ameristar Hotel & Casino
Fri 07/04/08 Cherokee, NC Harrah's Cherokee Casino
Sat 07/05/08 Cherokee, NC Harrah's Cherokee Casino
Sat 07/12/08 Fort Loramie, OH Country Concert at Hickory Hill Lakes
Wed 07/16/08 Verona, NY Turning Stone Casino Arena
Thu 07/17/08 Rochester, MI Meadow Brook Music Festival
Fri 07/18/08 Morristown, OH Festival Grounds
Sun 07/20/08 Minot, ND North Dakota State Fair
Wed 07/23/08 Minot, ND North Dakota State Fair
Fri 07/25/08 Norfolk, VA Naval Base
Sat 07/26/08 Danville, VA Carrington Pavilion
Tue 08/05/08 Ventura, CA Ventura County Fair
Wed 08/06/08 Lemoore, CA Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino
Fri 08/08/08 Mescalero, NM Inn Of The Mountain Gods
Sun 08/10/08 Jackpot, NV Cactus Petes
Sat 08/16/08 Appleton, WI Time Warner Timber Rattlers Stadium
Sun 08/17/08 Springfield, IL Illinois State Fair
Sun 08/24/08 Louisville, KY Freedom Hall
Sat 08/30/08 Metropolis, IL Harrah's Metropolis Casino
Sat 09/13/08 Frederick, MD Great Frederick Fair
Sat 10/04/08 Montgomery, AL Alabama National Fair
http://www.pollstar.com/tour/searchall.pl?By=All&Content=trace+adkins&go_green.x=14&go_green.y=11 (http://www.pollstar.com/tour/searchall.pl?By=All&Content=trace+adkins&go_green.x=14&go_green.y=11)
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Thanks for the list, Ca. :flowers: I don't see my state on the list, but that doesn't mean Trace won't be here. (yeh, I know...I'm a dreamer!! )
But hey, schedule changes do happen sometimes, right? :angel:
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Thanks for the list, Ca. :flowers: I don't see my state on the list, but that doesn't mean Trace won't be here. (yeh, I know...I'm a dreamer!! )
But hey, schedule changes do happen sometimes, right? :angel:
:-* Oh too bad RudyRules, I was hoping one of these were in your area.
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I find Trace's schedule instructive as to where his managers think his musical appeal lies - mostly in the Heartland. His only appearances in the northeast are in Verona NY(you've heard of it surely, a tiny town near Utica and Rome) and in Frederick MD. He is not coming to the 6 New England states, to where almost all the people live in New York, to New Jersey, to Pennsylvania, or to Delaware.
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I find Trace's schedule instructive as to where his managers think his musical appeal lies - mostly in the Heartland. His only appearances in the northeast are in Verona NY(you've heard of it surely, a tiny town near Utica and Rome) and in Frederick MD. He is not coming to the 6 New England states, to where almost all the people live in New York, to New Jersey, to Pennsylvania, or to Delaware.
I sooo agree apskip.
Honestly I have not even heard of Trace prior to his appearance on The Celebrity Apprentice nor am I a fan of country music.
Although his songs are nice, just not for me.
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HEy I live in TEXAS and he is not hitting the BIG cities so who know what they were thinking!
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:-* hey RudyRules you might be happy to see some more of Trace on tv
Country Singer Adkins to Hit Daytime TV
After getting fired by Donald Trump on "The Celebrity Apprentice," country singer Trace Adkins is turning to the make-believe world of daytime television.
Adkins will sing his latest hit, "You're Gonna Miss This," from his CD "American Man, Greatest Hits Vol. II" on the May 2 episode of CBS' "The Young and the Restless."
"It was a blast," Adkins told The Associated Press after taping the show Wednesday. "I've not recently watched the show. My first wife was really into it. That's not what caused us to get divorced."
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/P/PEOPLE_TRACE_ADKINS?SITE=NEYOR&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT (http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/P/PEOPLE_TRACE_ADKINS?SITE=NEYOR&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT)
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:-* RudyRules and Rosesrred don't forget to watch today's episode of Young and the Restless to catch another tv appearance of Trace