Mailing It In
Here it is, our first edition of "Mailing It In." I've chosen 10 questions to answer in this week's edition. I hope you are well-served and better informed by my responses. I'm just one man trying to make a difference.
To solve our nation's obesity crisis, Richard Simmons should create and lead an army of those "Seven-Bots" from the Bally's commercial. Can you forward this message to him? Unless they have already created an "Eight".
- Jonah, St. Charles
I'm scheduled to see Richard in 2 weeks when I produce his new workout video- "Sweatin to Gangsta Rap." How about I bring up your question in person, rather than in an impersonal e-mail? There is, in fact, an "Eight" in development, but right now it's only a prototype.
Do you know some websites or auditions me and my friend can do to become famouse actress we always wanted to do this if you can give us advice this will be a dream cometrue thanks
- Alexis, Chicago
Well, being a famous actress myself, I have loads of experience and expertise in this area. There are a number of websites out there that offer help, but most of them require visitors be at least 18 years old- I find they can be a bit limiting. My advice would be to stage your own productions at various "L" stops throughout the city, or in front of a Walgreens. Talent scouts often frequent these areas, and I know passers-by love the entertainment and are not inconvenienced by it in the least bit. Good luck!
How come no one is reporting on the "Promoter's Ordinance" that city council is voting on in about 24 hours?
- Brandon, Rolling Meadows
I am not involved in the planning done by our news department, but I've noticed the City Council meetings that get the most coverage are those that devolve into a pie-throwing episode of Bozo (granted, those are about 73% of their meetings). Perhaps if one set of promoters was for foie gras, and the other against, it'd get more attention.
I love to watch the Cubbies. When watching the Cubs on WGN, there is a notation in the upper right hand corner of the picture which proclaims the video is being sent in Hi-Def. I am sorry. The picture quality is so bad, I cannot watch it anymore. If you are not on ESPN, I don't get to atch your games. Sorry. Come to Florida with a technician and see for yourself what I am talking about. The picture quality is horrible. Actually the only one worse is the Rays network out of Tampa, and I don't care about them anyway
- Warren Miller, The Villages, FL
Warren, last I was made aware, the WGN Morning News is not seen on the Superstation, which means you have absolutely no idea who I am. For all you know, I could work in the mail room. However, this is your lucky day. I was able to free up a few afternoons this week, and me and a technician are coming down to fix everything! Just give me your address, some days and times when you'll be out of the house (we like to work uninterrupted), leave your keys in the mailbox and a detailed map showing all the escape routes out of your subdivision.
My name is Luke Schneider and I have a 7th grade english project that I could use your help with an interview. I have 9 questions to ask in an interview. I don't want to pressure you...but my total grade depends on your answers and you wouldn't want to let an impressionable young future sportscaster and Tomasulo fan down would you? I've missed the bus 15 times because of you.......Its a long walk to school.
- Luke, Crystal Lake
First off, it's not a long enough walk. You kids these days are soft- too much X-Box and not enough manual labor. When I was a kid, we didn't even have the bus. I had to find a buddy and alternate piggy-back rides to school. Second, what kind of teacher puts a student's entire grade in my hands? Has he or she seen my work? I dress up like an old man and fart for a living! I'll answer your questions, but I hope you haven't made any plans this summer.
You ought to come check out the Anglo-Irish madhouse at Fado tavern on May 21st when our beloved Manchester United play Chelsea in the European Champions Cup final!
- Ivor Irwin, Chicago
Is Ivor really your name? I'm looking at my keyboard and noticing how close "V" is to "G." Is it Ivor or Igor? And do you all headbutt each other when your team scores a goal? If so, I'll strongly consider it.
Why can't you be a kiss up like juan carlos?
- Ernie, Palatine
Great question. Now ask me why I can't dunk like Michael Jordan.
Pat, easy on the makeup. You are a sportscaster, not a drag queen.
- Sharon Needles, Chicago
Sharon, our makeup artist is a wonderfully gifted yet very sensitive woman. If she sees this question, I will hear about it for the next 6 months. And if I have to hear about it for the next 6 months, I am going to hunt you down and destroy you.
Otherwise, thanks for watching!
Hey Pat, is it possible I can come to WGN and see the operation (Live) before I go to work?
- William Stewart, Jr., Chicago
Ooohh, William, I wish I could help out here. I can get you on the waiting list, but our show is sold out until 2014 (1 year longer than "Oprah"). Sometimes I'll see tickets to the show pop up on craigslist, but they usually go pretty fast.
How do I get a recording of the Cubs Fight Song, "GO CUBS GO"
- J. Kuebel, Sparta
Does it matter who's singing it? I would be more than happy to corral Paul Konrad for a duet on our Morning Show Blog. He's an alto and I'm a tenor- our harmonies are usually breathtaking. Just let us know.