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Topic Author: Charlie Shortino
Posted: 11:47 AM Oct 24, 2007
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What do you like or dislike about...
... The Morning Show. As you probably know we work tirelessly to bring the best product we can to morning television. Occasionally we will tweak the format a bit (again tirelessly working). So I was just wondering what you like or dislike about our show. Bring on the comments...
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Posted by: Renee Location: Edgerton
Would you know why people living along the Rock River are seeing zillions of tiny white flies? They look like a fog at night, and during the day breathing them in is a problem??

Posted by: Edith Location: Endeavor WI
Like the Morning Show and your weather reports (Except the BAD BAD ones! But - - What happened to the rest of the birthdays today (june 18) they only went through the S's. I was looking forward to seeing my Great Grandson's name for his first birthday. (Cameron Thistle) Hope to see it tomorrow. Again thanks for the Morning Show and congratulations on the Gold Medal's

Posted by: Anonymous charlie, I'm sending you a e-mail to see if you can put my girls on the birthday list for June 18th is priscilla nunez is going to be 15 yrs old and June 20th my other daughter birthday her name is Mary Jane Almeida is going to 22 yrs old. Thank you so much we love see every morning in the new !!! we thing your funny (:

Posted by: Kelli Location: Waunakee
I have watched your morning show for many years, and think that you, Christine and Sarah have great chemistry. Christine is spicy, Sarah is sweet, and you are hysterical. I love the joking around and the banter between the three of you. The "bring you down moment" is always somewhat of a history lesson... not just "bad news", so people should lighten up about it. Calling it the "bring you down moment" is just part of the unique character of your show. I was only disappointed once... last year on Halloween when I tuned in to see the wonderful costumes you'd selected.... only to find none. :( People I know truly discussed this! Why did they stop? Remember when Charlie was Dracula and Nicole was pregnant in her costume. I don't know if your station manager made it go away, but the audience that I know want it back!!! I watch every day - never miss! Thank you for all you do.

Posted by: tammy Location: waupun
i listen to you every day and i think you do a good job and you are good looking

Posted by: Janice Location: Edgerton, WI
Hi Charlie, I wanted you to know that the "weather crawl" at the top of the screen is cut off and unable to be read on my TV Screen. In the past it was on the bottom of the screen with no problem. If I cannot see it, I need to switch to another station for this coverage. Since we love NBC15, we would appreciate it if you could help us out. Thanks so much, Janice

Posted by: Maggi Fenske Location: Westfield, WI
Hi Charlie...I'm a teacher in Westfield WI and about 4 months ago started a Weight Loss Challenge at school with 4 other teachers. I watch your show every morning and it really kicks starts my day. To make a long story short we have had great success..as a group in a 4 month period we have lost over 100 lbs. and since the beginning I have teased the group with the notion that when we did hit that mark I would email Charlie! Thanks for your jumpstart in the morning and we'll keep you posted..our 6 month challenge ends on August 4th!

Posted by: Craig Location: Monona
Why do you have bring me down moments? There are enough "bring me down moments" in the world today. Why not have "lift me up moments" to start the day?

Posted by: Mary Location: Madison
What is with having two blonds, and sometimes they are so ditsy. Sickening sweet. BUT do like it when they pick on Charlie. LOVE the Adopt a pet. Wish it was every day. Girls, this is your bring me down moment: Too many smiles, make them look fake.

Posted by: Donna Location: Janesville
Charlie,Are you married? If not you should be dating Christine. I think you would be great together !!

Posted by: mikealyn Location: madison wisconson
hi charlie i watch your show every morning and love your weather segment! my whole family watches it every day my mom can't miss it! from mikealyn 13 from madison!

Posted by: John Location: Footville
Hi, Just feeling left out a little. When are you going to mention weather and traffic, and road conditions in Footville? Otherwise did you find your favorite Mustard in Mount Horeb.

Posted by: STEVE Location: MT HOREB
I JUST WANTED TO THANK YOU GUYS FOR COMING TO MT HOREB FOR KAROKE MAYBE WE CAN CATCH UP WITH YOU AGAIN IN MAD TOWN

Posted by: elden Location: Sun Prairie
Every TV channel seems to have a hangup with needles going into an arm at EVERY instance flu shots are mentioned. Could you get off this practice? How much do you think that encourages folks to get flu shots. Try some other way to make your "point"!!!!

Posted by: John Location: Madison
Charlie, I love your approach to the weather and I know you are just the messenger, but what if you began forcasting the temperature in Kelvin? Instead of -14F tonight it could be 248K. I'm felling warmer already. John Emmerich

Posted by: Kim Ward I look forward to seeing Charlie, Christine and Sarah. The three of them have this great raport and I love watching them. They are witty and have a great sense of humor. Christine, you rock. Keep Charlie on his toes. thanks for the great news and entertainment.

Posted by: meagan Location: jefferson
I love nbc 15...you guys are great and Charlie you are a hoot!!!

Posted by: Tom Location: Fort Atkinson
Likes: Christine, hands down....... You guys make it fun to watch, you all do a good job. I always tune in to weather on the 5's to see how my drive will be from Janesville to Fort Atkinson for work.

Posted by: Joe Location: Monroe
Thank you for reading this morning's "wire" which said "hell has frozen over." I've been bad now, all day.

Posted by: mary Location: madison
We are moving to Minnesota in a few weeks, and we will miss your morning show so much...You are all 3 great!! We are headed back to the twin cities, Sarah!

Posted by: Stephanie Location: Evansville
Charlie - We're having a disagreement about the weather. My friends say that it can be too cold to snow. I say they're wrong. What's the deal?

Posted by: Beth Location: Elkhorn
You three crack me up. Getting up and getting ready for work in the morning is a lot easier because of your news program. You three get along great, and it shows that you really enjoy what you do. I personally like the weather on the fives-it helps me keep track of time when I am getting ready for work!

Posted by: Travis Location: Cuba City
I like when you do the weather!!!

Posted by: Dale Location: Madison
Charlie, you are great. we moved to madison about 3 years ago and found you. You make the show, not the other two. Keep up the good work. To me your weater report is the best

Posted by: Benjamin Darien Location: Madison
Charlie: I very much enjoy the morning show and I watch it every morning starting at 6:00AM. I have a question: Would you please explain tomorrow morning what changes have occurred in the local environment to bring about the fog. I will be listening. Benjamin UW Madison

Posted by: Logan Location: Fall River
I think that you guys should do a little more about the pets. Also, I like having the guests on. The news and weather is good. Maybe you could do a little more funny/weird news on days with not a lot of news. Other than that, not bad. Keep up the good work.

Posted by: Veta Location: WI
I toally agree about the pet day. I also think that you should do like cats and small animals. Like maybe one day a month just show all pets. You could do the weather and everything but forget the rest of the news. Try to make it happen.

Posted by: mary Location: madison
Since there are so many pets to be adopted. Go to a pet a day. Especially when the Humane Society is over flowing.

Posted by: Nancy Location: West side Madison
I watch your show each morning and enjoy your humor. I have two suggestions for you. Please cut down on the weather segments. There is more weather than news. Also, beef up your celeb segment and don't forget about repeating that at 6:13am also. That's my two cents. Keep up the great work! Christine is awesome!

Posted by: Dustin Location: Downtown Madison, WI
Blogs: what is the intended purpose? I dont see any comments from NBC15 (or you Charlie - and that would best!) and just wondered if comments here are used for future shows, or if you (Charlie) have any comments? Thanks!

Posted by: Sheri Location: Poynette
I LOVE THE MORNING SHOW!! I do however miss Mr. White but we must move on. Keep up the good work and keep smiling, I know I will.

Posted by: Dana Location: Baraboo
I just love you 3, Charlie you are great, you always make us smile. My daughter is 12 and every morning I listen to you and tell her how to dress for the day, She ALWAYS says let me guess because Charlie said so. I laugh and say yep. Keep up the good work guys.

Posted by: kathy Location: Footville
Charlie, You said your looking for a nintendo WII, Check out ebay. I saw 2 of them on there. Also enjoy your humor every morn. Watch the show to hear you words of wisdom.

Posted by: Karen Location: Milton
I look forward to starting my day with you guys. You put a smile on my face that lasts the whole day!!

Posted by: Stacey Location: Cambridge
Hi Charlie, My husband and I have been watching the morning show for a couple of years and really enjoy our mornings with all of you. Our two oldest enjoy watching the morning show, especially for the weather. Weather on the 5's is perfect, especially for my 11 and 6 year old. When we are getting ready while watching your show, it's nice to have the weather forecast often (so we know what to wear). Love it, love it and love the show. Have a great day!

Posted by: Evon Haney Location: Madison, WI
I love the mourning show...espically Charlie. I am not that old but I remember thinking that he was so cute when I was in high school! He makes the show so fun and it flows with the groups dynamic. You guys(and gal) really brighten up the day because it seems like you guys are really friends and that makes any show filled with NEWS fun! Keep it up!

Posted by: JC Location: Columbus
Hey, I was hoping your morning weather should do more often on Closed Captioned.. otherwise you are very charmed person and always smile! keep it that way!

Posted by: Deb Location: Lone Rock
I love you three together. It's like having family with me in the morning now that my kids are gone...I have 3 kids but I have 2 boys and a girl. My husband is a truck driver now so it's just the youngest son (19) and the dog in the morning. they don't pick on each other like the kids used to. Keep up the great work and I happen to agree with the other person weather on the fives is a bit much...maybe on the 15's? Sorry Charlie.

Posted by: Darlene Location: Monroe
I have been watching NBC 15 for years. I do miss Randall White, I really like the 3 of you together!! Has anyone heard from him?? The new team is getting better each day. I am sorry but weather on the 5's is a little much for me....I think you could go to weather on the 10's!! I would prefer more news topics!!! Sorry Charlie!!

Posted by: jay Location: platteville
I think you guys do a great job. My girlfriend usually watches the first 10-15 minutes of one of the Iowa news programs then we switch over to you guys for the next 45 minutes. It is a "win - win" for us because we get all the regional info and weather to plan the day around. The best part of your show is how you all really seem to get along - and the bantering back and forth brightens up the morning.

Posted by: Golf Nut Location: Madison
I used to watch the other morning shows, but have grown to love your morning show. The personalities are perfect. I do feel sorry for Charlie having to put up with the ladies. I grew up with 3 sisters and you never win or get in a word edgewise. The banter is great fun though and I could not start out my day without you all. Listening to you gets me ready for the office. Keep up the good work!

Posted by: Lynne Location: Janesville
I love the morning show, I watch it every morning before getting ready for work, while the kids are getting ready for school. I would not miss it, however, the "bring you down moment" I hate it!! Starting the day out, it's important to stay positive. So maybe it could be called "this day in history" instead, so it does'nt sound so sad and negative.

Posted by: Dustin Location: Downtown Madison
Honestly I think it's the same suggestion to all news presenters in general - I'd like to see some more *positive* stories. Not always 'super positive' such as saving someone's life, but also stories about someone who walks their neighborhood picking up litter, or someone who is simply well known in an area for being a kind person. Would love to see the good side of things happening in life. Maybe a story on the people at someone's favorite coffee place where even at 5:30am they get great service by good people. Just a thought. :) Thanks for listening.

Posted by: BGH Location: Dane County
Sorry, Charlie, but I think every 10 minutes for weather is too often. Every 15 minutes is probably enough. Don't get me wrong - I love to hear the banter between you and Sarah and "Snippy", but it's just a bit too often. I agree with StyxRox64 that you really need to dress up for Halloween - ALL of you!

Posted by: Ann Location: Middleton
I love the fact that my dog loves your weather forcasts! She stares intently at the TV!!! She usually only odes that during hunting shows. Honestly, as soon as she hears the chimes, her head spins to watch you!

Posted by: 4 Paw Drive Location: Madison
Charlie... Today, November 9, the station ran a story about a three year old who was caught by a pool skimmer for a couple hours. The "girls" were shocked, horrified, and grateful that the "baby" wasn't hurt or trapped under water. Then the weather chimes sounded, and rather than you coming on with a joke, or smart butt comment, you shared some feelings about your daughter falling into a pool, and how you ran to save her, and put her in swimming lessons after that. Charlie... sometimes you win the "butt-head of the day" award, then you do things like this, and you earn redemption points galore! Thank you Charlie, for knowing when something is important enough not to joke about.

Posted by: styxox64 I agree with arbormon~ I missed not seeing Charlie in costume!!!I felt gypped! Who can forget Zorro, or Charlie the SCARY tooth fairy(maybe that one did give a few kids nightmares? Ha ha!)? That IS what I always looked forward to on Halloween morning. Can you dress up next year Charlie, please? Or has the station manager gotten too uptight?

Posted by: Jkoope I love the morning show. I wake up at 6am with my two year old daughter and the first thing she asks me is when is Charlie going to be on? When she hears the weather on the fives chime she perks right up to listen to what you have to say. Keep up the good work. Also I love the commrodery between you and Christine Bellport. You two are a wonderful team together! I will not and do not watch another tv station.

Posted by: Bert Location: Beaver Dam
I just watched your forcast @ 11:15 and looked out and it is snowing, very small flakes, almost pellets. Just thought you would like to know.