Oprah lending hand to Obama's campaign

From cnn.com:

Political observers say Oprah Winfrey's decision to campaign with Sen. Barack Obama could help him made inroads into what many consider Sen. Hillary Clinton's natural constituency: women.


Oprah Winfrey appears with Sen. Barack and Michelle Obama during a fundraiser in September in Los Angeles.

In a move that may lead voters, particularly women, to take a second look at Obama, the talk show host will join the Democratic presidential candidate on the campaign trail December 8 and 9, Obama's campaign announced.

Winfrey will join Obama during campaign stops in the early-voting states of Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina, the campaign said.

The appearances come just weeks before the crucial Iowa caucus on January 3.

"Oprah takes the idea of a celebrity endorsement to a whole new level. She's not just a superstar. She's a nova," Democratic strategist Jenny Backus told CNN.

"She's not just a Hollywood celebrity. In fact, she's really not Hollywood. She's like the voice of America. I mean, she is someone that more American women and men tune into every day." (Read More...)

Do you think Oprah will help boost/crash Obama's numbers??

Oprah's Favorite Things 2007

It is not the holiday season until Oprah gives merchandise away!!

Oprah revealed her Favorite Things 2007 list on today's show. Each audience member received at least $7,000 worth of merchandise. (What I would give to be an audience member today).

Check out Oprah’s Favorite Things 2007:

– Samsung Progressive HD Camcorder SC-HMX10C

– UGG Australia Classic Crochet Tall Boot

– TOYWATCH Crystal and Colored Crystal Watch

– Perfect Endings Cupcakes from Williams-Sonoma

– Melamine Bowls, Measuring Cups and Spoons

– The Artisan® Stand Mixer from KitchenAid Home Appliances

– The Discovery Channel’s Planet Earth DVD Set

– Kai Body Butter and Body Buffer

– CLARISONIC Skin Care System

– Claus Porto Soaps from Lafco New York

– The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett

– Breville Ikon Panini Press from Williams-Sonoma

– HDTV Refrigerator with Weather and Info Center from LG Electronics Model LSC27991

– Ciao Bella Blood Orange Sorbetto

– Rachel Pally Swing Turtleneck and Sailor Pants

– Scrabble Premier Edition from Hasbro

– United Artists 90th Anniversary Prestige Collection

– Shaklee Get CleanTM Starter Kit

– O’s Guide to Life

– Josh Groban’s Noel CD

Check out the entire list on the PDF file here. Go to Oprah.com for nice pictures and more!

Kanye Didn't Know About Surgery; Breaks Down on Stage

Right now I am listening to WBLS and Jasmine just played a snippet for Wendy's upcoming show, in this brief snippet, Wendy tells her listeners that Dr. West did not tell Kanye about the surgery. Also, Oprah is denying that she recommend Dr. Adams to Dr. West.

WTH??

Wendy promises to tell more at 2:00 PM EST.

In other Kanye news...

Kanye preformed in Paris Saturday night for a sold out crowd of 5,000. He did a 60 minute set and tried to conclude with a dedication of “Hey Mama." Kanye got no further than saying, “this song is for my mother….” and he lost it.

Kanye retreated backstage for 15 minutes or so and came out to finish with “Stronger”. The audience was very supportive and helped create a magical moment when Kayne shouted his lyrics ‘I need you… I need you right now’ and the audience was screaming back.

Kanye’s performances are expected to be cancelled this week as he returns to the United States for his mother’s funeral in Oklahoma City on Tuesday. (Source)




Kanye West Breaks Down Part 1


Kanye West Breaks Down Part 2

Oprah joins YouTube

Oprah Winfrey has just unveiled her new channel on YouTube.

The first video of Oprah's welcome message is a little retarded in that she has disable embedding.

On Tuesday's show, Oprah will interview YouTube founders, Chad Hurley and Steve Chen. Also on the show will be YouTube sensation Esmee Denters, the first artist signed to Justin Timberlake's record label, Tennman Records.

Watch a preview of tomorrow's show here.