tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post6657432527669026635..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: All Hands On Deck For "NASCAR Race Hub"Daly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-22573290954122336762009-10-14T15:49:16.562-04:002009-10-14T15:49:16.562-04:00I think everyone should read Ritchies comments, th...I think everyone should read Ritchies comments, they are right on the money.I couldn't have said it better! Lighting and makeup, who cares, I watch for good info and smart, witty commentary.Good comical banter is also nice, but the forced type, MW type is what I hate.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-32043885295611230792009-10-13T23:34:56.590-04:002009-10-13T23:34:56.590-04:00Watched again today. There were noticeable improve...Watched again today. There were noticeable improvements and some detractors. <br /><br />I felt like I was watching a conversation that would happen in the media center with Krista kind of steering the topics. More symetry than yesterday. <br /><br />Seeing Krista standing and everyone sitting did seem awkward. But I guess standing shows off Krista's good side. Not trying to be chauvanistic. She does the "set-up" standing each week so she's used to it. <br /><br />Will watch again tomorrow, but only because of being glued to speed for all the HOF shows.DougSnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-44496092708663170992009-10-13T22:52:53.998-04:002009-10-13T22:52:53.998-04:00Have I mentioned how much I LOVE the "Ride of...Have I mentioned how much I LOVE the "Ride of Their Lives" movie?!<br /><br />Probably the single greatest piece NMG has produced in my opinion.<br /><br />You could do a whole series and it would still only scratch the surface.<br /><br />Also, only caught the back half of Hub today but enjoyed it. Rick Allen was great, he was honest about the fact that there was still even more he could learn about the sport and its pioneers, Ken Squire needs no remark because he is quite simply the best period.<br /><br />Alot of fun, really looking forward to tomorrow now. THAT got me excited, finally.The Loose Wheelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06048709313597675807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-89343443397334852052009-10-13T22:38:50.157-04:002009-10-13T22:38:50.157-04:00I really, really enjoyed the discussion about who ...I really, really enjoyed the discussion about who the guys felt needed to be in this first HOF class.<br /><br />They brought up things I had not thought about and made me change my mind about who I would vot for -- if I had the chance to be in their shoes.<br /><br />As others said, the guys looked uncomfortable in those high chairs. And Krista needs a chair, too.TexasRaceLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11498201182790755768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-3069478920803175132009-10-13T21:44:56.129-04:002009-10-13T21:44:56.129-04:00Watched the "Hub" 2nd edition. Attire m...Watched the "Hub" 2nd edition. Attire moved up a notch today with no faded blue jeans in sight. The show still has audio issues going into commercials and I agree with Sophia that the guys look so uncomfortable perched on those high chairs/stools. Apparently the Hub has the same budget constraints as TWIN since Krista is left standing with no chair and wanders around from stool to stool. At least she didn't have to leave the set like Jimmie but why can't everyone have their own chair??<br /><br />I thought their conversation on HOF candidates was interesting and I learned a few tidbits of history about the early pioneers. <br /><br />IMO, the overall look and feel of the show was much improved over yesterday.NorCalFanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00373612307351787221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-40096613398695925982009-10-13T21:21:13.365-04:002009-10-13T21:21:13.365-04:00I will give race hub because it's a new show, ...I will give race hub because it's a new show, but here are a few comments:<br /><br />The little "skits" have to go. I'm talking about someone walking onto the set during a segment pretending to be talking on his phone and not knowing a television show was being taped. Or stuff like pretending like they can't get Richard Petty to stop playing pinball, when you just know they told him to play and not stop playing when they called him. Really cheesy and that needs to go away fast.<br /><br />Second, I almost didn't even recognize Voda at the beginning. Her hair/makeup/lighting situation was not flattering. Neither were those oddly cut bell bottom/lowrise jeans. I have no problem with jeans, but she looked really odd some of the time.<br /><br />Third, they don't need to come up with a cute little name for everything and tell us what it is. I mean, the "couch of tomorrow" was a good joke, but she waited about half-a-second to shoehorn it in. Then there was "studio C" and all the other little names. You don't need to tell us what the segments are going to be called and how you're going to do them every week -- we get it, roll tape or begin already!<br /><br />Finally - who is this show for? The clips were kinda introduced as "if you missed the Auto Club 500, here's what you need to know", but those clips weren't really good for someone in the dark about the weekend's activities. And if you watched the race and are looking for some analysis/breakdown, the top five they presented was a little, well, superficial. <br /><br />Overall, I think this show has a lot of potential, and you gotta give them a pass for awhile as they work out some kinks and figure out the format/audience (not many weeks left, better hurry!).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-43280335582134470982009-10-13T21:05:34.084-04:002009-10-13T21:05:34.084-04:00I'm into history....first thing I did when I g...I'm into history....first thing I did when I got into racing was to start educating myself. And it didn't hurt that it was when they were doing the 50th anniversary thing. Lots of good stories that year. Some stupid stuff (anyone remember that NASCAR Hollywood thing? Ugh....) But that was when I learned about Junior Johnson, Bobby Allison, David Pearson, etc etc. Also, going to the Nascar USA thing at Daytona. My dad was at the beach race in 1952. Cool stuff...he looked at a photo & picked out the place in the grandstands where he sat.glenc1noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-17209130085204420652009-10-13T20:47:30.567-04:002009-10-13T20:47:30.567-04:00Glen
I liked hearing how the early pioneer guys s...Glen<br /><br />I liked hearing how the early pioneer guys should be in the HOF fame.<br /><br />I know there are just so many names to pick from but for the first vote, maybe add more names. Granted some are not here to live to see this and I know Petty will make it in...but Pioneers deserve recognition.<br /><br />They raced for the LOVE of racing, not the money. Least deserve name recognition. Like RP said without all those early pioneers, guys like him who broke records and won lots of races would not have reached the ranks they did.<br /><br />But I seem to appreciate history more than some others...granted if folks are dead, it's bittersweet as I PERSONALLY BELIEVE in showing respect while folks are still here.<br /><br />So why some of this HOF stuff wasn't done YEARS ago so we wouldn't need the debate now is lost on me.<br /><br />Just been watching races since last half of 2004.:)<br /><br />I'd also love the reason SPEED does not repeat this show so it's more convenient for all and has time to find it's legs/audience.Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-27574673665522816982009-10-13T20:40:16.884-04:002009-10-13T20:40:16.884-04:00I did feel that Krista walking behind them was kin...I did feel that Krista walking behind them was kinda awkward. Why not just put her in a chair? I enjoyed the discussion/debate. Especially when I agreed with them, lol.glenc1noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-49799452647263962162009-10-13T20:26:42.375-04:002009-10-13T20:26:42.375-04:00glen
thanks for makeup update. Tonight I was in k...glen<br /><br />thanks for makeup update. Tonight I was in kitchen and caught 2 glances of Hub from 20 feet on 20 inch tv and did not see close ups of eyes.<br /><br />HOWEVER, the chairs (didn't we go thru this on TWIN with DD? NN?) Please don't put grown men in high chairs! Looks awkward as hell.<br /><br />No offense but the guys did not need a female bartender as somebody tweeted :-)<br /><br />I enjoyed hearing some of the conversation but was making 3 ingredient PB cookies so missed the show.<br /><br />Not feeling the love yet but the camera angle from across the room seemed high at times? Trying to avoid the GLOWING white eye/teeth look?<br /><br />If repeated, which it ain't, would check out on 30 inch tv for makeup stuff. Lucky Planeteers.<br /><br />THis show seems like a last minute idea and needs FOCUS.<br /><br />Also PLEASE call it NASCAR Plus...I want to know about IRL,F1, too...read on Twitter Massa was back in the car today. YaySophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-24299659686890206042009-10-13T20:12:49.048-04:002009-10-13T20:12:49.048-04:00I thought tonight's Hub show was boring they j...I thought tonight's Hub show was boring they just talked around in circles about the HOF. Missed last night's maybe it was better. Prefer NN.Vicky Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13084198036514255332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-53481776438516829142009-10-13T19:44:51.635-04:002009-10-13T19:44:51.635-04:00okay, I can see what y'all mean by the makeup,...okay, I can see what y'all mean by the makeup, even on my 27inch non HD set. It's too matte--makes them look like androids....kinda like Odo on Star Trek...glenc1noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-54615960097155392272009-10-13T18:13:28.599-04:002009-10-13T18:13:28.599-04:00I hope that "Hub" morphs into something ...I hope that "Hub" morphs into something more than just Nascar, like F1 also, and then goes through the off season. Perhaps the "Speed Report" part can be expanded to include other forms of motor racing. Massa was back on the track at Ferrari testing yesterday for the first time since his accident. MarybethAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-71994020621173735942009-10-13T17:28:59.850-04:002009-10-13T17:28:59.850-04:00One of the weird things about NASCAR on TV, from t...One of the weird things about NASCAR on TV, from the perspective of someone who has only been a fan since 2005, is the constant change in personnel and programming ... what's up with that?Farfelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-45030456703844064922009-10-13T16:01:44.695-04:002009-10-13T16:01:44.695-04:00I watched both Hub and TWIN. Hub was pretty good; ...I watched both Hub and TWIN. Hub was pretty good; it looked too casual; but that couch was very small; didn't they measure for 2 people. Jeff isn't heavy-I can't wait to see someone who is heavy to sit on the couch with Krista.<br />TWIN; I am so tired of Michael Waltrip- he thinks he still is the host of the show. I also think that it rude not to have another chair for special guests. Jimmy Spencer looks so dejected that he can't be part of the questions. He gives great imput to any show that he is on.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-24554754992591780312009-10-13T15:10:23.155-04:002009-10-13T15:10:23.155-04:00I do NOT have HD on the tvs SPEED is on and makeu...I do NOT have HD on the tvs SPEED is on and makeup still looks bad. (I do have to watch Speed on the Digital tv box so don't know if that makes a difference or not. But it's distracting.)<br /><br />Has nothing to do with being picky. You don't need to be an artist/photographer type to notice when makeup and lighting makes good looking people look weird.<br /><br />I used to like the desk on TOTALLY NASCAR. don't need all this wandering around set (the missing bales of straw and Hee Haw comments made me laugh out loud!~) tho I only caught part of the show. <br /><br />Lost interest and made dinner. glad I missed the pinball machine.<br /><br /><br />I am still irked HOW LOUD THE MUSIC WAS on Harvick's interview on pre race Sunday! :-) We were at my mom's house & could NOT believe it. Old fashioned tv...no stereo.<br /><br />So you dont need brand new TV/HD stuff to notice problems with sets/lighting/makeup<br /><br />:)<br /><br />p.s. SHOW should be repeated for folks in different time zones.Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-11802067767960207482009-10-13T14:59:44.592-04:002009-10-13T14:59:44.592-04:00Some annoying person called me at 7:30, so I was o...Some annoying person called me at 7:30, so I was only half watching while he yapped...<br /><br />Anyways, what is the obsession with the clothing, here, lol? I have no issue with casual or dressy (but it sounds like the loose shirttail may have been a bit much.) Just so long as it suits (no pun intended) the atmosphere of the show. And Krista can wear Jimmy Choos for all I care! All I'm saying is, content is more important than clothing so long as it doesn't cross some really tasteless line. What little I saw looked interesting, so hopefully when I can listen more in the future.<br /><br />You know, as much as I find Jimmy Spencer annoying, it's rude and ridiculous to banish him when the guest comes on. It just makes Speed look stupid. Either put him on or don't, but don't go halfway...<br /><br />I'm kinda glad I don't have HD if the makeup looks that bad...glenc1noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-8063409832253375532009-10-13T14:22:44.320-04:002009-10-13T14:22:44.320-04:00The set looked like it was designed in-house (big ...The set looked like it was designed in-house (big mistake) so no real "lighting designer" was used. Overall, set looks pretty bland and horrible. No real color, and in HD you need color!<br /><br />I think overall the show would be better as a weekday edition of TSR with more roundtable type segments instead of this "fake garage" nonsense. I guess if it gets ratings, great... but I see this show faltering like NASCAR Nation. Speed has tried lifestyle and news shows before for NASCAR, and they've failed. Yes, this show has much better on air talent and writing, but still... some of this first episode was cheesy and stupid (the pinball machine part).<br /><br />Maybe this is just a TV insider's view, but I think the production values need to be raised to match ESPN, otherwise this show is a goner. Overall, the show was a face saving move by Speed.FTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10858712473697648405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-66870730293409849532009-10-13T13:33:18.796-04:002009-10-13T13:33:18.796-04:00I think Hub has tremendous potential. It is in Ch...I think Hub has tremendous potential. It is in Charlotte so getting drivers, CC, team members will be so much easier than in ESPN land. Yes the flow wasn't perfect, and although I really didn't notice the lighting/makeup I'm sure it needs work. I'm good with the casual attire, I only noticed Adams wrinkles after someone on Twitter brought them up. To be honest if Krista had worn sneakers would we have noticed Adam's shirt. I agree we also need to see Wendy and soon but I am betting the sheer number of bodies will decrease after the first week or so and that will also fix the flow. <br /><br />NN was good they had the 3 R's so I was happy. It still a little to stiff for me but whatever. I do find it interesting that NN televised the race but TWIN was the only one who showed Tom L and the Biff.<br /><br />TWIN was fun and while I don't understand why Jimmy gets bumped I'm OK with it. Biff actually got less of a hard time than Chad did with the 2 vs 4 last week but I think it's easier for Mikey and Jimmy to put themselves in Biff's place. Did anyone catch the "don't put Michael in this" when Greg tried to include Mikey in the payback thought process. Too funny. When RP spoke you could just see all the admiration oozing out of Steve and the boys and his stories helped me get over the annoyance I'm feeling toward him at the moment. (The way Kyle was treated and then AJ/Reed not to mention E Sad at the beginning of the year not exactly stellar employee or family functioning)Newracefanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16324764517098771035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-90513932161089187512009-10-13T13:23:09.351-04:002009-10-13T13:23:09.351-04:00It'd be nice to be able to watch it, but it...It'd be nice to be able to watch it, but it's on when I'm at work. Hey SPEED, how about airing a repeat at 7-8 PM PT instead of some stupid reality show?bknottshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07216807526240859407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-16695620471429305912009-10-13T11:42:15.700-04:002009-10-13T11:42:15.700-04:00I liked the program a lot!
Relaxed atmosphere and ...I liked the program a lot!<br />Relaxed atmosphere and dress code.<br />Sending Ray out for the test was a outstanding idea! Something that I would like to see more of, even if the weather let it down.<br /><br />Not sure I like the whole bouncing around to different areas of the set.<br />I figure they were just showing it off yesterday. Hopefully we wont get Krista on a bar stool, then come back from commercial to her on a couch all the time....<br /><br />Some technical issues, the light flares reminded me of watching the new star trek movie. Whoever decided to light the shelves inside the cabinet behind Petty, wow..... a few thousand lumen light aiming it at the camera is never a good idea.<br /><br /><br />PS Speed, GET WENDY ON THE SHOW!!!<br />(and no Rutledge)Bill Jordanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01710153859871192104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-62747674395045682642009-10-13T11:38:05.471-04:002009-10-13T11:38:05.471-04:00Thought Hub was a nice addition to the Nascar TV l...Thought Hub was a nice addition to the Nascar TV lineup. Casual attire was fine by me. Randy Pemberton was super. I can see all sorts of possibilities for this program. They basically can take stories from anywhere - crew members, corporate guys, fans -and talk knowledgeably with and about them all. Voda is a good choice for this spot.<br /><br />I sure wish someone would ask Petty how RPM has the nerve to tell Sorenson he can drive for free or not drive at all, with a fully sponsored car. Bet it's because the Dinger did that to stay in a ride at the start of the year.Tracy Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14361101058670921686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-31420267874420427442009-10-13T11:05:35.535-04:002009-10-13T11:05:35.535-04:00Remember "Best Damn Sports Show"? Yeah,...Remember "Best Damn Sports Show"? Yeah, it's off the air for a reason and the Hub is a lower class version of that show...there are no new ideas anymore...the "Creative" execs behind the scenes should be fired!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-52392200732822093742009-10-13T11:02:19.094-04:002009-10-13T11:02:19.094-04:00I like the informality of NASCAR Hub, it was good,...I like the informality of NASCAR Hub, it was good, but it can get better.<br /><br />the casualness of it is great, I enjoyed it more then TWIN, which I watched this morning.jennifer6973https://www.blogger.com/profile/13204625571382740091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-12392322570162068742009-10-13T09:13:20.085-04:002009-10-13T09:13:20.085-04:00HUB comments -
I liked the idea, and no show is ...HUB comments - <br /><br />I liked the idea, and no show is at it's best on the first day. I can see promise, and like a commenter above, I'm not a devoted fan yet, but I'll give it a shot. Jury's still out.<br /><br />A few things I'd like to see changed:<br /><br />Not speeds fault (I think) but my cable (AT&T) didn't have the program in the guide listing. I'd like to see it updated so I can set my DVR.<br /><br />The pinball machine - I didn't connect with this gimmick, and I hope it goes away. Think about it - it's a toy that A) causes noise and B) encourages the talent to turn their backs on the camera. I watch TV to see the faces (unless you are the King, and you get a pass.)<br /><br />Final comment - I think the transitions between segments were mistimed. I felt like the staff really worked hard on the graphics and spent extra time showing them. I think they can transition faster (like how ESPN does it) and make them a seemless part of the show, and not a main feature.<br /><br />I like the concept, and hope they can improve.melhttp://www.connosr.com/members/mangopants/noreply@blogger.com