topic Re: CAROLYN in Q Talk

CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:16:22 GMT

I watch Carolyn because her radio voice is very soothing, plus, she knows how to present the products very well in terms of giving us complete information.

I can (almost) put up with the Nutsy business, but not with what I interpret as somewhat of a mean streak in Gracie where she continually disses/undercuts Gary Goben, her husband and mother, then invariably follows those comments with "Just kidding!" There is just something very, oh I don't know, hostile about Carolyn's "jokes", always at the expense of others.

Re: CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:18:20 GMT

And I tried to return to this forum with a new password but I see they have still stuck me with "Nancy Drew".

Okay, well, I'll be leaving (again) now, this time for good, which I'm sure some people will appreciate, lol.

Re: CAROLYN

shaggygirl — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:19:48 GMT

@Nancy Drew wrote:

I watch Carolyn because her radio voice is very soothing, plus, she knows how to present the products very well in terms of giving us complete information.

I can (almost) put up with the Nutsy business, but not with what I interpret as somewhat of a mean streak in Gracie where she continually disses/undercuts Gary Goben, her husband and mother, then invariably follows those comments with "Just kidding!" There is just something very, oh I don't know, hostile about Carolyn's "jokes", always at the expense of others.

@Nancy Drew

You are not alone in your assessment.

Re: CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:25:41 GMT

Thank you, shaggygirl.

Gary can always fend for himself -- in fact, he knows how to return the shade, lol, but I do feel sorry for Carolyn's husband and mother who, since they are not on-air, are continually at the mercy of Gracie's passive-aggressive jabs.

Re: CAROLYN

Patriot3 — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:42:12 GMT

@Nancy Drew wrote:

I watch Carolyn because her radio voice is very soothing, plus, she knows how to present the products very well in terms of giving us complete information.

I can (almost) put up with the Nutsy business, but not with what I interpret as somewhat of a mean streak in Gracie where she continually disses/undercuts Gary Goben, her husband and mother, then invariably follows those comments with "Just kidding!" There is just something very, oh I don't know, hostile about Carolyn's "jokes", always at the expense of others.

@Nancy DrewI have always felt that Carolyn is condescending in the tone of her voice and how she presents herself. She is a bully to Gary. Why say the things she does and then say "just kidding". Why say them in the first place.

As far as her liking animals, so do a lot of other people, but I get tired of hearing about it. And the squirrel has GOT TO GO!! It is past time and it's ridiculous. I don't care what the story is behind it, just get rid of it.

Re: CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:57:26 GMT

People -- just to be clear -- this thread was NOT started by "Nancy Drew 1" -- she is a long-time, veteran poster who has had the misfortune of being linked to my unintentional similiar name which I have been trying, without success, to change.

My opinions about Carolyn are my own and not hers!

Re: CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:54:30 GMT

Thank you, patriot.

I wonder if Carolyn feels that by saying "Just kidding", the viewers will think it's all a "schtick", much like the Nutsy/Acorn nonsense.

I think Gracie is too good a host to indulge in this behavior.

Re: CAROLYN

Janey2 — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:05:36 GMT

I find the use of stuffed animals in presentations very infantile. She might be knowledgeable in what she is selling, but her attitude comes across as very condescending(to me).

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Mimi NY — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:11:35 GMT

I always remember hearing something that goes "A TONGUE HAS NO BONES BUT IT SURE CAN BREAK A HEART"

I really don't buy "just kidding" as the person got out what she or he wanted to be heard.

Re: CAROLYN

Silver Fox1 — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:15:48 GMT

Well-----@Nancy Drew I guess people interpret things/people the way they want. As for me I couldn't disagree more, I think Carolyn is great ! By the way are you really leaving the boards? I ask because since you posted you were you have had three more post, LOL, so I would guess not.really

Re: CAROLYN

Kachina624 — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:15:54 GMT

IMO we have some posters with vivid imaginations. We seem to be in a period of over-sensitivity and this thread is a prime example. Carolyn dis her mother? I don't think so.

Re: CAROLYN

Foxxee — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:15:55 GMT

Watch Carolyn a lot and never thought she was condescending. Just joking around.

IMO, they are the most compatible pair on QVC. Both say they are good friends off air, as well.

From what I see here, all hosts say things that offend sensitive viewers. No way they can please everyone.

Re: CAROLYN

QVCkitty1 — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:16:53 GMT

@Nancy Drew wrote:

Thank you, shaggygirl.

Gary can always fend for himself -- in fact, he knows how to return the shade, lol, but I do feel sorry for Carolyn's husband and mother who, since they are not on-air, are continually at the mercy of Gracie's passive-aggressive jabs.

Thank you, I sometimes feel like I'm the only one who is turned off by Carolyn .

Re: CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:18:24 GMT

Thanks, Jewel22 Yes, I agree. D&C definitely doesn't need a mascot.

I do think Carolyn comes across as condescending, ironically towards her main demographic, the one she calls "my senior gals". I'm no spring chicken but that phrase really gets on my nerves. We Boomers don't appreciate being called old, lol.

Re: CAROLYN

Spurt — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 20:23:05 GMT

Sorry, but I like Carolyn --- love her voice, she's knowledge and gives an informative presentations on the products in her shows, she has a fun personality......Ive never heard her be disrespectful to her mom........

I think AS's silliness and dancing and immature behavior, calling vendors and models by special nicknames is far more offensive than what Carolyn does with nutsey.....Also, AS's "busy mom" routine and talking about her kids has worn thin....I think its time for a new host on Monday Nights Fashion's Night In.....

Re: CAROLYN

Nancy Drew — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:23:33 GMT

Hi, silver fox -- I do appreciate your perspective, thank you for posting in my thread, which I just wanted to "wind up" by responding to people who replied here to my initial post, and then I will not post anymore out of respect for Nancy Drew 1. It seems that every time I try to get myself a new name, it winds up as "Nancy Drew". It doesn't seem productive or respectful on my part to have it continually pop up.

Re: CAROLYN

Spurt — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:25:26 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
IMO we have some posters with vivid imaginations. We seem to be in a period of over-sensitivity and this thread is a prime example. Carolyn dis her mother? I don't think so.

@Kachina624

I'm with you, I never heard Carolyn "diss" her mother....perhaps the OP was referring to a particular style her mom liked or didnt like but that's all Ive heard her say....

Re: CAROLYN

NickNack — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:33:01 GMT

@Nancy Drew wrote:

Hi, silver fox -- I do appreciate your perspective, thank you for posting in my thread, which I just wanted to "wind up" by responding to people who replied here to my initial post, and then I will not post anymore out of respect for Nancy Drew 1. It seems that every time I try to get myself a new name, it winds up as "Nancy Drew". It doesn't seem productive or respectful on my part to have it continually pop up.

@Nancy Drew Please don't feel that you need to leave. As soon as I look at your posts I notice the number of posts and see that you're a new poster. It's obvious you're not Nancy Drew1 once you open the post and see that.

Re: CAROLYN

SXMGirl — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 19:37:11 GMT

@Nancy Drew This may be off-topic and out of line, but I believe that you need to change your name on this board. I realize that you do not have to do this, but the moderators should step in and take care of it. I personally find it insulting that someone would take almost an identical name from someone else. And, please do not change to mine. How unfortunate for the real Nancy Drew 1. Again, my snarky opinion.

Re: CAROLYN

Spurt — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 20:19:51 GMT

@Nancy Drew wrote:

Hi, silver fox -- I do appreciate your perspective, thank you for posting in my thread, which I just wanted to "wind up" by responding to people who replied here to my initial post, and then I will not post anymore out of respect for Nancy Drew 1. It seems that every time I try to get myself a new name, it winds up as "Nancy Drew". It doesn't seem productive or respectful on my part to have it continually pop up.

@Nancy Drew

You might want to contact the QVC Social Team and see if they can assist you with the problems/issues with your nickname QVCSocialTeam@qvc.com