Unconfirmed: Liz Claman at FOX
Earlier this month, CNBC’s Liz Claman opted not to renew her contract with NBC’s popular business news network. Some have speculated that she could be going to FOX to help launch their competing business news channel.
Well, there’s chatter that Claman will indeed make her debut this fall on FOX. Stay tuned.
Cat Fight at CNBC? Erin and Maria? Why?
I was just informed of a big NY Post article about a brewing war between Erin Burnett and Maria Bartiromo at CNBC. Seems there’s a lot of discussion on the Intertubes about this article and this explains the uptick in searches today that I’ve been seeing here on ronaldlewis.com.
My only guess is that Maria is feeling threatend by Erin’s rising stock at CNBC. As I’ve said before, I really don’t care much for “divas” and people with egos. Something tells me this “fight” is going to turn ugly, and someone will lose their job in the coming months. Why are women always getting involved in these public spats?
Look for a huge shakeup at CNBC over the next few months — That place is starting to crumble — and fast. Meanwhile, Rupert Murdoch is smiling.
Finally, will someone drop the “Money Honey” tag already? It’s ridiculous.
Breaking: Liz Claman Leaves CNBC
There are several reports that Liz Claman has left her post at CNBC. Some are speculating that she’s heading to FOX’s new financial news channel this Fall. However, that has yet to be confirmed. Overall, it’s interesting news. Claman, in my opinion, increased her own “star power” with her Warren Buffett interview. Regardless, Claman made a move she felt was best for herself. Can’t argue with that. All the best, Liz.
How About Breakfast At Applebee’s?
It was announced last night (via WSJ) that IHOP — operator of the IHOP brand of family restaurants — closed on a $2.2 Billion buyout of Applebee’s International of Overland Park, Kansas. Initially, it would appear ‘weird’ that a chain known for pancakes would acquire a bar and grill outfit. Yet, according to IHOP, it’s a good fit.
How about some syrup with those ribs?
Google Acquires GrandCentral
GrandCentral, a free service which provides a universal voicemail box and phone number, has been acquired by Google. Originally tipped by TechCrunch, Google makes the rumor official today on their blog. Expect integration across many Google properties including GMail, GTalk and other services.
Google has added yet another “secret weapon” to its growing portfolio of services and solutions.