Today's TMJ4 What's Hot February 9, 2009

I'm a weekly guest on Today's TMJ4 (Milwaukee NBC TV affiliate) on Thursdays during the 3 p.m. newscast. Ala 'The View' we discuss hot topics, some local, some of national interest.

Yesterday, February 9th was an exception to my regular Thursdays. I was asked to sub for Erin Austin of WKTI-FM. So our Monday lineup consisted of Today's TMJ4 anchors Charles Benson, Courtney Garrish and Jeff Wagner of WTMJ-AM.

Our topics:
1-Grandma of Octuplets speaks out
2-Pop singer Chris Brown charged with felony. Alleged victim: girlfriend and fellow pop singer Rihanna
3-Valentine's Day: In light of current economy, what to do?

A link to the actual live show is available here. Just click on the appropriate date.
http://www.todaystmj4.com/features/seenontmj4

More thoughts...
It's apparent that the grandmother of the octuplets is beginning to think about just what her family is facing. Adding eight more children to the brood already consisting of six children ages 2-7, and at least one with special needs is daunting to say the least.

It would be nice if the mom of the octuplets woke up one morning and came to her senses. Current reports circulating say she lied to Today Show anchor Ann Currie and is in fact already on the public dole. Taxpayers of California revolt! At the very least, the fertility doctor should have to foot part of the bill. Who would knowingly do yet another in vitro fertilization procedure on a single mom with no visible means of support? And what's up with the $168K that she supposedly received in disability payments over several years? Grandma says she never saw a dime of it and that none went to feed the six children. This all smacks of elder abuse. The poor grands are expected to support whatever children the daughter places in their path. Sad.


Pop singer Chris Brown not so squeaky clean
First, the New Berlin HS ex-student and his sex backmail shenanigans, next it's Michael Phelps and his love of the bong, now Chris Brown charged with a felony?

Which of their handlers thought it would be a great idea for 19-year-old Chris Brown and the alleged victim, 20-year-old Rihanna to rent a lamborghini and drive themselves back to their hotel after Clive Davis' pre-Grammy party? No doubt the paparazzi were out in force-so clearly, this was an accident waiting to happen. Sound a bit like the Princess Diana debacle? No, this gets worse! Chris Brown and Rihanna get into an argument that escalates into an episode outside the car that leads to a witness calling 911.

Chris Brown later turns himself in, gets charged with felony threats and the reported victim, Rihanna is said to have suffered facial and arm bruises. Both missed their scheduled performances at the Grammys leading to last minute replacements including the Rev. Al Green. Chris, we're all disappointed. Kids-from now on, forget the pop stars. Your role models: God, your parents (hopefully), and (insert your favorite teacher here).

Ok-Valentine's Day is nearly upon us.
Another year for couples to figure out what to buy to express their love for one another, and another day for the singles to declare their independence. Have you seen the ad where the woman sits on the sofa holding chocolates next to her cat dressed in a tux? Of course, her best friend didn't buy the chocolates.

A recent survey quizzed people about how the economy would affect their day of celebration. Many will have to stay home and get acquainted with each other. Darn. But of course those pesky questioners also asked about their sex habits. Did you know people put their sex dates in their planners? If that's you-try Jenda, www.buyjenda.com Ok, cheap commercial-that's a client.

Stay tuned for the exciting Thursday, February 12th 'What's Hot.'