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In studio guests have started back

LizzieInSRQ — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 16:49:00 GMT

Watching ITKWD and I've seen two in-studio vendors reps so far. It is great to see some normalcy return!

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ValuSkr — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 16:56:44 GMT

Yes, the remote connections were uneven. Some were okay, others were hard to watch. I'm glad to have everyone back in studio. - But I hope they don't give each other COVID.

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PA Mom-mom — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 17:01:31 GMT

Happy Dance, Happy Dance!!!

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gidgetgh — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 17:35:09 GMT

I think it's beyond time that vendors are back in the studio, at least the way Covid numbers are now.

I don't lead the most active life, but I am around other human beings at least at some point every day-grocery store, Target, the Mexican restaurant by my house, CVS, bank, etc. I have lived carefully regarding Covid, but I'm not going to stay sheltered in my house for years on end with no human contact. Just not going to do it. I won't survive all that time alone. It isn't healthy, in my opinion.

And I don't look at each person I see as a potential Covid carrier. I always carry a mask in my purse and if I feel the need, I'll put it on.

But people have returned to working in offices, taking vacations, etc. I really think it's ok for the vendors to be back. If viral numbers go crazy again....rethink it at that time.

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jlrbr — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 17:54:58 GMT

It's past time for them to have in studio guests. Everything is open and functional. 🙄

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Biftu — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 18:54:28 GMT

It doesn't matter to me if hosts return to the studio or not. If you watch the news you would be aware that Covid is not done with us yet. The BA.2 subvarient numbers are up. Fifty-three attendees at the Washington, DC dinner have contracted the virus, China is currently on lock down with 20,000 new cases, and numbers are up in Europe. While I am glad things have eased here, maybe it's not yet time to let down our guard.

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foodie105 — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 19:53:35 GMT

It was way over-hyped for what actually transpired. I thought for sure most of the vendors were going to be there based on the over the top hype. Chris and MCM would have been great to actually be there. I know it's a start so that's good.

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proudlyfromNJ — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 20:27:18 GMT

I doubt all the vendors are very excited about this. Especially the ones who need to hop a plane and stay in hotels.

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Shelbelle — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 20:31:55 GMT

Why would a vendor want to pay for transportation, hotel and meals if they may only be given 5 minutes of air time??

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Redsoxmom1 — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 20:53:00 GMT

I like the vendors at home. I find it more interesting to have them at home and they seemed more relaxed. It felt forced today with the vendors back and a bit akward. I know that is just my sense. Most viewers want them back. I work at home and have since 2017. I would never want to go back in person.

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jlrbr — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 21:02:38 GMT

People are going to get colds, flu and allergies are rampant. I personally don't care if anyone is in the studio, or not, but it's time to stop with the "covid" hype, and faux excuses. As far as China cases, and DC. Well, that's for another social platform. 😀

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TheMemphisVette — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 21:20:42 GMT

the host just stood and watched the presentation when the guests were physically present. i had forgotten this.

it was so obvious today since some were present and some were virtual.

i will have to get used to the host not participating other than color/quanity updates.

i rather enjoy when the host actually uses the product.

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ellaphant — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:21:35 GMT

To those who responded to this post by calling Covid 'hype' and 'over-hyped' - I guess just shy of 1 million deaths in the US is "over-hyped?"

Wow.

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rms1954 — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:41:01 GMT

One of the hosts on HSN said Dianne Gilman will be in studio next week.

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rms1954 — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 04:43:45 GMT

@jlrbr wrote:
People are going to get colds, flu and allergies are rampant. I personally don't care if anyone is in the studio, or not, but it's time to stop with the "covid" hype, and faux excuses. As far as China cases, and DC. Well, that's for another social platform. 😀

Such is life. The entire hype was ruining peoples lives. I do like them in studio better.

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Johnnyeager — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:19:09 GMT

Personally, I find the use of on set guests to be silly and pointless.

A can opener can be demonstrated, if necessary, from anywhere in the world.

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San Antonio Gal — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:59:14 GMT

So true @Johnnyeager . As I've said before, having the guests in the studio doesn't make a difference on my purchases.

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Bhvbum — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:14:29 GMT

@rms1954 wrote:
@jlrbr wrote:
People are going to get colds, flu and allergies are rampant. I personally don't care if anyone is in the studio, or not, but it's time to stop with the "covid" hype, and faux excuses. As far as China cases, and DC. Well, that's for another social platform. 😀
Such is life. The entire hype was ruining peoples lives. I do like them in studio better.

Covid Hype??? we are just at 1,000,000 deaths from Covid and millions of long-term covid. Deaths not cases.

Not sure where you get your news.

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Johnnyeager — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:43:57 GMT

Incidentally, Columbia University in NYC reinstated masks in classes effective today.

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jlrbr — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:25:54 GMT

Let me explain this, "covid hype", simply, it's that it continues. It's not about 2020, it's about now, 2022.
I'm in health care, and so much I could elaborate on, but will not.
I appreciate places taking precautions, but there's a stopping point, that has passed. Nice to see Tara, with David, who, btw, looks awesome.