The New York Observer reports that MSNBC and progressive syndicated liberal radio talk show host Ed Schultz are in discussions for Schultz to possibly host a TV show.
The Observer has learned that MSNBC president Phil Griffin is in discussions with syndicated talk radio host Ed Schultz about possibly joining the network on a full-time basis. It is unclear what exactly the job would entail should Mr. Schultz and MSNBC come to an agreement.
On March 10, Mr. Schultz, who bills himself as the "most listened-to progressive radio talk show host in America," guest-hosted on MSNBC’s 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. As The Observer reported at the time, the appearance touched off a wave of rumors among MSNBC staffers that Mr. Schultz was being groomed to join the network as an anchor.
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One network source told The Observer that an offer has already been extended to Mr. Schultz. A network spokesperson denied that any offer has been made.
When reached by phone on Friday morning, Mr. Schultz also denied that Mr. Griffin had made him an offer.
Apparently Phil Griffin is looking to make something out of the 10 pm slot at MSNBC.
My personal preference is that MSNBC goes with more of a policy heavyweight like Lawrence O'Donnell who jokingly suggested on yesterday's Countdown with Keith Olbermann that he was auditioning for the 10 pm slot. It's tough to think of any strong Democratic politicians to take the spot being as how they all seem to currently be in office right now. There are plenty of out of work Republicans but that is what Fox is for.
Does anyone else have any suggestions?