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David Venable

CindyDale — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:43:08 GMT

So he's off to his condo in FL yet again. I know that he said he's not leaving qvc, but since the q "merged" with hsn, could he possibly be thinking of switching to hsn? Just a thought. I know he loves the warm weather.

Re: David Venable

LindaSal — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:57:29 GMT

Interesting observation. I don't really follow David but it's a genuine possiblilty. Maybe with all that's ocurred over the last few weeks, he may be feeling he needs a change. Happens to the best of us. I still wish HSN was a separate company, it was better with competition.

Re: David Venable

chrystaltree — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:59:54 GMT

I think he's an irreplaceable fixture here at QVC. He's a superstar and since HSN and QVC belong to the same parent company, jumping to HSN isn't possible. I think he gets a lot of vacation time. He uses that to go bask in the sun and rejuvenate. Also when QVC does blocks of specialty programming like fashion or beauty, he has some time to get away.

Re: David Venable

ellaphant — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 13:18:34 GMT

@CindyDale wrote:
So he's off to his condo in FL yet again. I know that he said he's not leaving qvc, but since the q "merged" with hsn, could he possibly be thinking of switching to hsn? Just a thought. I know he loves the warm weather.

" off to FL yet again" ??? Are you serious ?? He's entitled to any vacation days in his contract. Never understand the people obsessed with DV and QVC.

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On It — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 13:20:02 GMT

I think David is a well-respected fixture at QVC. When I told my husband two hosts were laid off his comment was, "Surely they didn't let that kitchen guy go."

I saw David on the Rachael Ray Show. He was far more eloquent and composed than she or the male chef she had appearing that day. I think we sometimes underestimate the talent hosts must posess to appear live every day of their workweek. It is not an easy task.

Re: David Venable

zitawins — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 15:41:28 GMT

Just my conjecture, but I think David's bored and seeing the handwriting on the wall (sorry for the cliche). He is immensely talented and his skills are not used properly here on the Q. Forget the big money he must get -- I think he is re-thinking his career and why not?

Wouldn't be surprised if he's had other offers and may act on them. Just my opinion.

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Rockycoast — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 15:55:08 GMT

@zitawins wrote:
Just my conjecture, but I think David's bored and seeing the handwriting on the wall (sorry for the cliche). He is immensely talented and his skills are not used properly here on the Q. Forget the big money he must get -- I think he is re-thinking his career and why not?

Wouldn't be surprised if he's had other offers and may act on them. Just my opinion.

I agree @zitawins . David does seem bored on many of his shows. (and I also am getting bored watching his shows. I can actually change the channel now. Something I would not have done before) How can he not with the same ole, same ole products every time on his shows. He is a smart guy. I would not put it past him to be looking at all other opportunities that come his way. He can see how badly qvc is doing just like we all can.

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They CallMe MRWILKES — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 15:56:58 GMT

Anticipating eagerly the perfunctory complaint about David being off again (how dare he) and "That Woman" Mary filling in!

Re: David Venable

Othereeeen — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:07:59 GMT

I bet he retires if/when Qurate goes dark...

He's 58.

I retired at 57 and never looked back, and wouldn't go back to work for ANY amount of money...hopefully he's saved and invested and can do the same.

Life is short. If you CAN do it, DO IT!!! (Retire or cut back).

And he could do infomercials or news or weather ..but that's all still WORK.

QVC ( and HSN) are moving AWAY from home goods ( according to thier latest report)...except for ( and this is a bad sign, but explains a LOT) FLOOR CARE!!

They just let go Shannon Smith...didn't she do most of the cooking shows on HSN?

We forget, I think, that we see these hosts only a few hours at a time...but they still have meetings, preparation, wardrobe, makeup, crazy hours each week, sometimes twice a day appearances, on top of all the general stuff we ALL did when we worked...get ready, commute, feed the cat,walk the dog, make arrangements for the kids stuff....Whew!!!

And they have to push stuff that bores US to tears, for hours and hours...imagine selling that stuff!! We can switch the channel at least!!!

If he sells his place in West Chester PA ( the most expensive county in PA) he could take the money and run.

Standing in front of a camera for hours at a time MUST get old after a while.....and age isn't a huge selling point in that business...

I think he's planning to retire.

As for vacation "again"? Good for him. He's there THIRTY YEARS...he BETTER have some vacation time!!!

Re: David Venable

Carmie — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:31:09 GMT

Many people here in PA have second places in warmer areas or even beach houses in NJ, DE, NC, SC or FL.

I think nothing of it. My parents had a place in NJ. My SIL has a place in NJ. My BIL has a place in DE as does my brother. My sister has her place in FL. My husband and I are more modest spenders. Our summer place in here in PA.

Most of our friends have second places too. Some have houses, some condos and others mobile homes.

I don't read anything into David having a condo in Florida.

Re: David Venable

BlueFinch — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:32:50 GMT

Comments about DV are all speculation, at this point. But, I get that some viewers are seeing a different side of David.

IMHO, I don't think it's due to boredom, but his affect does not reflect previously seen joy and spontaneity. I'm reading more of a sense of detachment, or distraction.

Being a popular top host, he likely has more knowledge of the state of operations, than most. It's hard to stay upbeat, when your comfort zone is threatened. It can lead to bad burnout, if there's no clear remedy.

Re: David Venable

kindred cats — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:40:15 GMT

As I've said before, I won't miss him when he's gone. And I'm not sure I'd miss any host if they decide to retire, leave, or get laid off. At this point, I don't care.

Re: David Venable

Nataliesgramma — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:44:23 GMT

I think ANYONE can be forced to retire or be let go.

I am sure David makes alot of money and has good benefits...which costs the Company quite a bit....

I think he deserves all of them though....

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sunshine45 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:45:02 GMT

@Carmie wrote:
Many people here in PA have second places in warmer areas or even beach houses in NJ, DE, NC, SC or FL.

I think nothing of it. My parents had a place in NJ. My SIL has a place in NJ. My BIL has a place in DE as does my brother. My sister has her place in FL. My husband and I are more modest spenders. Our summer place in here in PA.

Most of our friends have second places too. Some have houses, some condos and others mobile homes.

I don't read anything into David having a condo in Florida.

@Carmie

DV has been spotted often in rehoboth beach. i have wondered if he has a 2nd home there.

Re: David Venable

Lucky Charm — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:52:05 GMT

@CindyDale wrote:
So he's off to his condo in FL yet again. I know that he said he's not leaving qvc, but since the q "merged" with hsn, could he possibly be thinking of switching to hsn? Just a thought. I know he loves the warm weather.

David actually said he wasn't leaving qvc? When?

He's my favorite male host--as in, I watch him--even if I'm not interested in purchasing. It was the same with Carolyn.

That said, is he a chef? I thought he just did cooking shows, but not a chef. Do you have to be a chef to do a cookbook? (Because I could do a cookbook, but I'm not a chef!)

I'd hate to see him go to hsn. I just can't get into hsn. It's such a different atmosphere. Can't explain it, but the sets, the lighting and even the products are so starkly different to me. Haven't watched hsn for over 20 years (used to watch the pajama parties with Suzanne and Colleen). Now it's just blah....

I'm sure he pulls in some serious money at qvc. I've seen earnings posted over the years of hosts, don't know how reliable the sources were, but the money was sweet.

Re: David Venable

Lucky Charm — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 16:55:21 GMT

@sunshine45 wrote:
@Carmie wrote:
Many people here in PA have second places in warmer areas or even beach houses in NJ, DE, NC, SC or FL.

I think nothing of it. My parents had a place in NJ. My SIL has a place in NJ. My BIL has a place in DE as does my brother. My sister has her place in FL. My husband and I are more modest spenders. Our summer place in here in PA.

Most of our friends have second places too. Some have houses, some condos and others mobile homes.

I don't read anything into David having a condo in Florida.

@Carmie

DV has been spotted often in rehoboth beach. i have wondered if he has a 2nd home there.

I once saw him crossing over the *forgotten mile* right before you come into Dewey from Rehoboth. He was headed to Dewey on foot with a bunch of people.

Re: David Venable

Mindy D — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 17:04:57 GMT

David seems bored with the cooking and food presentations. It's a daily job which consists of endless naming of appliance and cookware colors. He's been doing some other types of presentations lately. I think he went to management and asked for a little change now and again. I'm seeing other hosts in the kitchen more and more. I don't think he's leaving.

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Carmie — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 17:05:16 GMT

@sunshine45 My brother has a place there as does his SIL. Yes, he has been spotted. He probably has friends who have a place there and he stays with them.

Re: David Venable

sunshine45 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 17:07:37 GMT

@Lucky Charm wrote:
@sunshine45 wrote:
@Carmie wrote:
Many people here in PA have second places in warmer areas or even beach houses in NJ, DE, NC, SC or FL.

I think nothing of it. My parents had a place in NJ. My SIL has a place in NJ. My BIL has a place in DE as does my brother. My sister has her place in FL. My husband and I are more modest spenders. Our summer place in here in PA.

Most of our friends have second places too. Some have houses, some condos and others mobile homes.

I don't read anything into David having a condo in Florida.

@Carmie

DV has been spotted often in rehoboth beach. i have wondered if he has a 2nd home there.
I once saw him crossing over the *forgotten mile* right before you come into Dewey from Rehoboth. He was headed to Dewey on foot with a bunch of people.

@Lucky Charm

maybe THE STARBOARD?

Re: David Venable

Patriot3 — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 17:09:06 GMT

I think David is burned out and, yes, bored. He does get the same old products over and over and the constant telling of colors and how many are left. Not only in the kitchen items, but in any product.

I don't see the enthusiasm in him like in years gone by. I think he needs a complete change for himself. To focus on his life and where it's going. I kinda feel sorry for him. I think he has plenty of money, but that's not the only thing in life.