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Tara and Johnny, Ice Skating Commentary

occasionalrain — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:35:17 GMT

They are doing an exceptional job. Who would have thought that after all these years a commentator would have something new and interesting to say. They add rather than detract from the performances.

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Preds — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:37:59 GMT

I enjoy listening to them. They have been there, done that, and explain it so well. They don't just "rattle".

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occasionalrain — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:40:30 GMT

They don't make cringey comments either. This morning Johnny said that skaters sharpen their edges lower on one side than the other, I didn't know that.

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Preds — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:44:20 GMT

I hadn't heard that either. There were several thinks they explained and I enjoyed that. I didn't realize that some went to other countries in order to participate when they couldn't or didn't make it in their country.

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PurpleBunny — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:45:36 GMT

They are great friends in real life, so it helps the chemistry. LOVED Johnny's hot pink outfit the other day!!!!!

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occasionalrain — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:49:43 GMT

Did you see him fishing? What about the shoes?

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brii — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:52:10 GMT

They are very good together.

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PurpleBunny — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 21:52:15 GMT

Did anyone watch his reality show a few years ago? That's where I fell in love with him.

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gidgetgh — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 22:00:48 GMT

I agree. I think they're doing a terrific job.

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chickenbutt — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 23:28:09 GMT

I so agree with all of you. They are doing an eloquent, informative, classy job with their commentaries. I've watched a fair amount. Wish JW could be skating, but he is even more of an outstanding, intelligent, sportscaster than I even expected him to be.

I'm more familiar with him, which is why I have more to say about him. As for TL, she is doing every bit an excellent job and I've also enjoyed them together very much.

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chickenbutt — Sun, 16 Feb 2014 23:29:26 GMT

On 2/16/2014 PurpleBunny said: Did anyone watch his reality show a few years ago? That's where I fell in love with him.

I did! I loved it and keep wondering if it will be back. I still have the Season Pass on one of my Tivos (fingers crossed) hoping that he will do more seasons.

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Linders Back — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 00:52:56 GMT

Did you hear them joking today about coming back as Ice Dancers? Also that JW designed the outfit of the winning Men's Skater so was happy with the results because his suit won.

They are wonderful together. So refreshing. Missed seeing them today (just heard them) so didn't see what JW was wearing. Have loved most of his outfits and the fact that he and Tara coordinate before going on air.

Do you know that he is a spokesperson for MAC Cosmetics? I didn't until this week.

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Preds — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 00:57:33 GMT

On 2/16/2014 Linders Back said:
Did you hear them joking today about coming back as Ice Dancers? Also that JW designed the outfit of the winning Men's Skater so was happy with the results because his suit won.

They are wonderful together. So refreshing. Missed seeing them today (just heard them) so didn't see what JW was wearing. Have loved most of his outfits and the fact that he and Tara coordinate before going on air.

Do you know that he is a spokesperson for MAC Cosmetics? I didn't until this week.

I did catch that. It was so cute... he was saying something about where they would have to go to enter because the Americans were so good that they wouldn't make it and then what music they would use and she came back about .... our outfits.... what would we wear. Loved it.

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Elstongunn — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 01:06:18 GMT

I just love Johnny Weir. He doesn't talk aimlessly to fill a void. In fact, he actually stops talking just to allow the audience to hear the music and concentrate on what is going on with the skaters and just absorb the performance.

When he does comment, it's to inform and not to prattle on. He's very knowledgeable about skating and they both bring a fresh perspective. And I love that he's knowledgeable about Russia and truly understands and is a fan of Russian culture.

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kittykatkay — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 01:26:02 GMT

I love Johnny Weir, too. I think he has really calmed down quite a bit now that he has gotten a little older. Did any of you ever see that "reality" special featuring Johnny Weir a few years ago? He was over the top and wild acting, but I still loved to watch him.

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gazelle77 — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 03:17:33 GMT

Tara was such a joy to watch on the ice! She was an amazing skater!

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JustJules — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 03:30:05 GMT

I think Johnny and Tara are one of the Olympic highlights. I will be sad when the skating events are over because they add so much to it. I love Scott Hamilton in prime time, but really think Tara & Johnny are by far more informative. They don't overtalk the performances and really give insightful information. I have to be honest, when Johnny was competing I didn't care for him so much, found him arrogant and just too much. I guess it was about perception. Since then, seeing him on other shows and in interviews, he makes more sense to me. He was great at his sport, and he is so knowledgeable. I saw him on an all star episode of Chopped on the food network, the cooking show, and OMGosh he was hilarious. He was so competitive there too. I do love his fashion style, it's fun to tune in and see what he will be wearing each day, although I am not so sure about him and Tara coordinating. There have been a few mismatched outfits and he usually outshines her in the glam department, but they are so funny together. I was concerned a few months ago when Johnny first said he would boycott Sochi because of their stance on G/B but I am glad he became an ambassador for USA. He is definitely loud and proud. I hope that he and Tara continue to do more commentary together after the Olympics, they are a great pair!

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Deb1010again — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 05:03:23 GMT

I'm watching now and they dubbed over Johnny and Tara with some other bothersome lady. She doesn't add much at all and in fact detracts from the performance IMO. Why'd they have to dub over Johnny and Tara? IMO this woman isn't up to par whomever she is.

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JustJules — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 05:09:22 GMT

On 2/16/2014 Deb1010again said:
I'm watching now and they dubbed over Johnny and Tara with some other bothersome lady. She doesn't add much at all and in fact detracts from the performance IMO. Why'd they have to dub over Johnny and Tara? IMO this woman isn't up to par whomever she is.

I agree Deb, so much better when Johnny and Tara do it live. When they rebroadcast it for prime time they have the other commentators do it. Not sure if this woman is Tracy or Sandra, but listening to her is worse than watching ice melt. The Canadians did so good though.... but Charlie and Meryl are my favs. They had a segment about them earlier, they started skating together at about 9 years old, they both had their awkward kid phases, but wow did they turn out to be gorgeous. Meryl is so lovely, and I love watching Charlie's hair blow around when he skates... I'm such a dork.

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Deb1010again — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 05:14:20 GMT

On 2/16/2014 Jules5280 said:
On 2/16/2014 Deb1010again said:
I'm watching now and they dubbed over Johnny and Tara with some other bothersome lady. She doesn't add much at all and in fact detracts from the performance IMO. Why'd they have to dub over Johnny and Tara? IMO this woman isn't up to par whomever she is.

I agree Deb, so much better when Johnny and Tara do it live. When they rebroadcast it for prime time they have the other commentators do it. Not sure if this woman is Tracy or Sandra, but listening to her is worse than watching ice melt. The Canadians did so good though.... but Charlie and Meryl are my favs. They had a segment about them earlier, they started skating together at about 9 years old, they both had their awkward kid phases, but wow did they turn out to be gorgeous. Meryl is so lovely, and I love watching Charlie's hair blow around when he skates... I'm such a dork.

You're not a dork!

It's like they bastardized the performance by erasing Johnny/Tara and recording this lady over them.