tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post5994266879866482346..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: Chad Knaus Where Are You?Daly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-64582660996862164792008-09-11T09:16:00.000-04:002008-09-11T09:16:00.000-04:00JD,Thanks for editing the article to remove the ac...JD,<BR/><BR/>Thanks for editing the article to remove the acusation that MM was on the show because "that is what MW wanted."<BR/><BR/>I will take that action as an apology for bad judgement on your part.<BR/><BR/>JeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-53065971429199777722008-09-11T00:17:00.000-04:002008-09-11T00:17:00.000-04:00To be honest, When I tune in and Chad is not on th...To be honest, When I tune in and Chad is not on the show that night I immediately change the channel. Biffle isn't funny at all. At the same time I'm all for Chad doing all the testing he needs to get the car right and I know he will. That's one of the reasons I like him so well. He is extremely dedicated and hard work pays off.Regina Ellisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14083511133247940727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-1007353988015213602008-09-10T13:47:00.000-04:002008-09-10T13:47:00.000-04:00Am finally home, got to sit down and watch everyth...Am finally home, got to sit down and watch everything on Tivo. I liked MM - he's eloquent and amazingly polished. Give him some time, he'll really have a TV personality. TWIN was good for me.<BR/><BR/>No complaints here. Now about NN - it jumped around like a jackrabbit. Did a LOT of fastforwarding.Tracy Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14361101058670921686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-86358463103278142262008-09-10T00:04:00.000-04:002008-09-10T00:04:00.000-04:00I absolutely agree with you, JD. This was a reall...I absolutely agree with you, JD. This was a really disappointing episode. Michael M seems very pleasant, but he didn't have a lot of information to share, and he and Michael W don't exactly have on-screen electricity. I see from your comments that the producers tried to find another person to fill in, but they need to cast a wider net. Or keep Schrader locked in the basement for emergencies...<BR/><BR/>Regarding your headline, I had hoped you were going to answer the question I've been asking since Sunday! Where was Chad all weekend? Normally, they show him on camera a lot during the race. Probably more than most people enjoy, but I like it since I'm a fan. So now I'm spoiled. This weekend, the ESPN cameras didn't cut to him even once during the race, which is not only unusual but astonishing since he WON it. No post-race interview. No interview on "Victory Lane". Was I watching the wrong channels? And did that car build itself? :)Anne Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07728185352818161904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-70382155050219404882008-09-09T23:24:00.000-04:002008-09-09T23:24:00.000-04:00The only reason to tune in is to see how Chads tho...The only reason to tune in is to see how Chads thought process works. He is the best in the business...bar none, for many years. If they could put some rigging tape over MW's mouth, that would even be better.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-58865949423490040042008-09-09T22:35:00.000-04:002008-09-09T22:35:00.000-04:00Sophia..."I know how to honor a dead person with g...Sophia...<BR/><BR/>"I know how to honor a dead person with grace, dignity and even humor...done in proper cadence. To each his own."<BR/><BR/>And that is the problem. Who decides what is 'proper'? Miss Manners? Most of us seem to think Michael's 'that's what NASCAR is about' smile was appropriate. Smiling at kids playing...I think most of us are on board with that...too many people are caught up in 'proper' for my taste...for the sake of appearances, not true feelings. Remembering Kenny brings a smile to my face too. Nice young man.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-77145308425127550142008-09-09T21:48:00.000-04:002008-09-09T21:48:00.000-04:00I hear about all these driver foundations. I had ...I hear about all these driver foundations. I had no idea the camp honoring Kenny Irwin was within a couple hours of here.<BR/><BR/>SAD it never gets any publicity that I've ever heard.<BR/><BR/>And to the person who was CLUELESS anon about the "Smiling comment" it was AFTER the little, well done tribute to KI. Mikey was very somber, with a sad smile as he remembered this young man. and McDowell had the same huge smile on his face he always seems to have..genuine or not.... I noticed Steve Byrnes was not all SMILES either as he spoke with Michael M. Just differences of handling situations. <BR/><BR/>Maybe the guy smiles all the time but there is discernment for different situations as well.<BR/><BR/>I seem to remember a national news reporter who smiled her pretty smile through some of the most sad, tragic stories on the news. She didn't last very long either as a news anchor. Just weird. She'd be delivering happy news with the SAME smile??? You gotta learn the body language vibe for tv...but whatever.<BR/><BR/> I made my point clear about the oddly timed "smile". <BR/><BR/>I know how to honor a dead person with grace, dignity and even humor...done in proper cadence. To each his own. <BR/><BR/>I do hope TWIN can find fun bits for us to watch BESIDES the CHASE. I missed the Truck race and would've LOVED TO HAVE SEEN highlights and clips of Hornaday. Hopefully this was a slip of the producers and not a new trend for TWIN.<BR/><BR/>I like a mention of the NW and Truck series. Especially since most of us are burned out on the CHASE format and it's just begun. ;-oSophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-80980293111379882962008-09-09T21:38:00.000-04:002008-09-09T21:38:00.000-04:00I liked 'Twin' last night. Sure is nice seeing Mik...I liked 'Twin' last night. Sure is nice seeing Mikey (or 'EmDub')enthusiastic (as he has been all season) rather than on last year's suicide watch. McDowell did a decent job-this was the first time I saw him for more than a 5 second sound bite. He has a streak of goofy, youthful enthusiasm about him. Hope Mikey can find some way to keep him @ MW racing. Twin has improved 9000% from the beginning of the year-It is apparent thet Speed is listening. It really started to hit its stride when they finally went to reveiw/preview.(the Mikey/Chad odd couple pairing really helped also) Sorry that not everybody who watches is a Mikey fan-I became a Mikey fan because of the old 'IWC'days and still remain a fan.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-40020285841769336402008-09-09T20:00:00.000-04:002008-09-09T20:00:00.000-04:00Yes the show definitely needs 3 panelists! In this...Yes the show definitely needs 3 panelists! In this off season I'll be checking out my 2K3 tapes of the show! I wish I had kept some of the 2K2 ones! Mikey playing with his chair, Mikey being late because he was finishing up his laps at Bristol & "sneaking" in...classic! And the one when Jamie was on before we knew how serious Sterling's injury was and Mikey kept calling him "Scott". <BR/><BR/>Just to clarify Michael = McDowell...I always call Mikey = Mikey :). I meant to do that and was typing between calls and didn't think about it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-91547895777637906682008-09-09T17:23:00.000-04:002008-09-09T17:23:00.000-04:00Brian,Never said a bad word about McDowell. He see...Brian,<BR/><BR/>Never said a bad word about McDowell. He seems to be a nice guy and is well-spoken.<BR/><BR/>The show is the thing. It needed a lot more, especially on this key Monday.<BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-18849148058945594942008-09-09T16:43:00.000-04:002008-09-09T16:43:00.000-04:00I got to disagree a ton with you on this one JD. I...I got to disagree a ton with you on this one JD. I thought McDowell was a breath of fresh air and he did a great job. I really think you're wrong on this one. I really do.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02009046883462925303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-1636491816642201752008-09-09T16:39:00.000-04:002008-09-09T16:39:00.000-04:00I thought MM did a nice job. Would rather have se...I thought MM did a nice job. Would rather have seen Schrader because well, I just miss him!<BR/><BR/>The Humpy segment was fun and I'm looking forward to the next one.<BR/><BR/>I loved the Kenny Irwin segment. Since I didn't start paying attention to NASCAR until 2000, I didn't know anything about him. It's a shame his foundation doesn't receive the same attention as VJGC. I hope Speedway Charities donates to the camp Kenny's folks set up in his memory. <BR/><BR/>MaryAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-876182553105917892008-09-09T15:44:00.000-04:002008-09-09T15:44:00.000-04:00Humpy Wheeler might make a good third panelist for...Humpy Wheeler might make a good third panelist for next year, if he were willing to do it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-49566441655919586972008-09-09T14:14:00.000-04:002008-09-09T14:14:00.000-04:00follow up...I guess now my last sentence has been ...follow up...I guess now my last sentence has been answered, they tried!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-30913151694859882062008-09-09T14:13:00.000-04:002008-09-09T14:13:00.000-04:00JD--not speaking for all, but I think this is simi...JD--not speaking for all, but I think this is similar to the past arguments about Mikey (whom I have complained about repeatedly.) Many people seem to watch the show more for its entertainment value than its insightful remarks. *Particularly* this week because people are 'Chased out'...yes, the show would have been more edgy or informative with a veteran, and it's annoying that Mikey brings his own guests...but at the same time, we seemed to find Michael M enjoyable to watch....so sue us, lol! And I think many consider it a one time thing--if it were every week, it would not work, and we understand when the usual crew is not available (and of course, we have no way of knowing who else they might have asked.)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-15275316029436211652008-09-09T14:12:00.000-04:002008-09-09T14:12:00.000-04:00Deb, I heard from the TWIN guys. They tried over t...Deb, <BR/><BR/>I heard from the TWIN guys. They tried over ten drivers who would be in town but none were available. It is that time of the year. The regulars were off in COT and testing land. I would have settled for Hermie or Wendy.<BR/><BR/>gymmie,<BR/><BR/>Waltrip is a totally different person on this show when he has a fellow panelist or two that is equal in experience. <BR/><BR/>Knaus has hit the nail on the head with Waltrip. Biffle has not been able to do so and is not working as well in the two-man set-up.<BR/><BR/>This is the time of the year when TV networks begin to look at plans for next season, so I would just again offer the suggestion that perhaps a third panelist, even if it was an announcer or former driver, might help the conversation.<BR/><BR/>From a TV standpoint, you have to give it to Waltrip. He has changed networks, is on his third host and has outlasted every single panelist on a show that has been on the air for over a decade. <BR/><BR/>Meanwhile, ESPN is on their first season of shaking-off memories of Erik and Suzy. <BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-8585922635817294442008-09-09T14:06:00.000-04:002008-09-09T14:06:00.000-04:00There's an entire column written about how bad it ...There's an entire column written about how bad it was for McDowell to be on this show and it turns out he was on because no one else they called could do the show? Just wondering how many people they should have called before it was acceptable for them to have gone with McDowell, who was available? Given that the change in schedule at Richmond probably threw things into disarray for a lot of people, Maybe there wouldn't have been any crew chiefs or others available either - would it have been permissible for McDowell to have been on the show then? Really seems like a big deal is being made over a minor issue. <BR/><BR/>Like Jeff, I wish there were some direct quotes from some Speed producers that confirm how McDowell ended up on the show rather than someone telling us what they supposedly said which may only be part of the story.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-28557088106250781322008-09-09T13:53:00.000-04:002008-09-09T13:53:00.000-04:00I also didn't have a problem with the smile on Mic...I also didn't have a problem with the smile on Michael's face. When I see anything on Adam I always smile because he was always a happy young man and seeing what's being done in his memory makes my heart happy :). One of my old jobs for Secret Santa someone got me a packet of cards and was pleasantly surprised to see one of Kenny in there :).<BR/><BR/>I was worried about Michael being on but he wasn't as bad as I feared. I definitely would have preferred a CC or other Veteran this time around and save Michael for a different show. But since that's what we had, he did a good job. <BR/><BR/>I loved the Humpy segment! Can't wait to see more! It would be nice if they continue it into next season :). <BR/><BR/>I love the idea of bringing in other CCs as well. I know back in 2K3 Frankie helped fill in many times and he was always a blast!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-48379242279587535502008-09-09T13:41:00.000-04:002008-09-09T13:41:00.000-04:00mcdowell was a breath of fresh air for sure. young...mcdowell was a breath of fresh air for sure. young, energetic, and very well spoken. hopefully he has a ride next year! he has the talent. Em Dub is like painful to just watch.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-21252819699673439942008-09-09T13:30:00.000-04:002008-09-09T13:30:00.000-04:00ri88girl - You forgot John Nemechek ... and Blais...<B>ri88girl - </B> You forgot John Nemechek ... and Blaise Alexander ...<BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><B>JD - </B> I found TWIN too hard to watch with McDowell on there ... He seemed to be kissing up to Nascar, etc more than his boss does ... Plus, his voice just doesn't "fit" his face ... It was as bad as when they've had Reutimann / Reed / Mears, et al on the show ... They just don't have the "experience" ...<BR/><BR/>Why couldn't they get Schrader or Doug Richert ?? Doug's been a CC in the Chase and almost won it in 2005 with Greg Biffle ... <BR/><BR/>It would've been nice IF they'd actually showed some highlights from the Craftsman Truck race and Nationwide race ... Esp since Hornaday set another record with his 37th win ... and 3rd generation driver Austin Dillon making his NASCAR debut in the Nationwide race ...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-17359678663378455232008-09-09T13:04:00.000-04:002008-09-09T13:04:00.000-04:00Sorry, I consider Mikey unwatchable, what with his...Sorry, I consider Mikey unwatchable, what with his sponsor plugs, half-witted comments, and self promotions. He and Darrell need to open a NAPA store and stay there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-52065221935254209852008-09-09T12:31:00.000-04:002008-09-09T12:31:00.000-04:00The sad part is that Mikey will never be Darrell n...The sad part is that Mikey will never be Darrell no matter how hard he tries, sohe just needs to cut the clown crap and be his own man insteadof trying to be the funny droning clown all of the time.majorshousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01061887437257431963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-56510042713009843252008-09-09T12:19:00.000-04:002008-09-09T12:19:00.000-04:00Anon 11:55AM,Between the Nationwide COT testing at...Anon 11:55AM,<BR/><BR/>Between the Nationwide COT testing at Richmond and several Cup teams testing at different tracks, the veteran drivers were tied-up.<BR/><BR/>My suggestion would have been to call-in a Hammond, McReynolds Richert or H. Sadler just to broaden the show with Waltrip and McDowell.<BR/><BR/>Anon 12:15PM,<BR/><BR/>MW used his driver because he could. The Producer tried to get veterans, but as I stated above they were simply not available. This show has extended itself from just drivers into having crew chiefs on like Knaus. Grabbing a crew chief or a SPEED TV person would have been a nice touch.<BR/><BR/>Didn't you ever hear Schrader tell us that "its Mikey's show?"<BR/><BR/>Sure did turn out to be an interesting couple of days.<BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-38085659276725269522008-09-09T12:15:00.000-04:002008-09-09T12:15:00.000-04:00-JD Said,This is a MWR employee with limited exper...-JD Said,<BR/><BR/>This is a MWR employee with limited experience who is being put on a national TV show because MW wanted it that way.<BR/><BR/>--<BR/><BR/>AND HOW THE "FLIP" DO YOU KNOW THIS?<BR/><BR/>Show me the EVIDENCE and I'm off your back.<BR/><BR/>Show me the roster (known people who were actually contacted by SPEED and confirmed) that SPEED had to choose from.<BR/><BR/>This comes across to me like you (JD) are trying to "Palin" MW.<BR/><BR/>I have a little trouble with the notion that MW "Runs" TWIN.<BR/><BR/>CYa!<BR/><BR/>JeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-58242617153178274732008-09-09T11:55:00.000-04:002008-09-09T11:55:00.000-04:00It's pretty half-assed to fill a missing host slot...It's pretty half-assed to fill a missing host slot on a national show with "whoever we can find." A good show producer would have a list of available fill-in talent.<BR/>Asking a host to bring along an employee isn't the best way to fill that chair.<BR/><BR/><BR/>If SPEEDS wants the audience to take the show seriously, then the show producer has to do the same.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com