Taylor Strecker Show & Kenny Zimlingshow Fans » Kenny Leaving?

notkenny · 7/21/2016 10:23 am

Is it for certain he is moving to PGH?

And as Yokyo said, people from PGH ALWAYS go back. I am one of the few from my "squad" (ha I am much to old to have a squad....) not to have gone back. Sorry to see him go.

Lemondrop718 · 7/21/2016 10:26 am

I'm so sad!!!! I knew once this thread had multiple pages it would probably be right but I held out hope. 😩😩 Kenny is my fav!! Idk what the show will do without him or if I'll listen. I hope he starts up the podcast it'll b so sad if we don't get to hear him at all. But I wish him and his family all the best! I actually slept late today and was ok Instagram first thing, and saw dr Widers post, that's how I found out.

Babette the 2nd · 7/21/2016 10:34 am

Where is Katie? Traveling? Didn't Kenny JUST buy a house in Brooklyn?!

secco · 7/21/2016 10:37 am

DestinationAwesometown wrote:
Husbandpillow wrote:
I'm interested to hear exactly why they're moving? Is it b/c Pittsburgh is affordable? Does Chelsea miss it? So many questions...

My theory... I'm sure being near Chelsea's family has a lot to do with the move. the recent nanny incidents would be enough to make most parents reconsider their priorities. Kenny travels so much on weekends, it will be amazing for Chelsea and Duke to have family nearby. Maybe Kenny got one of those gigs writing scripts for SnapChat shows that he said his friends were doing.

Plus, cost of living is much less in Pitt compared to Brooklyn.

And, does Chelsea want more kids? That seems like a no-brainer then. With more kids it would just be soo much easier to have family nearby, one stay-at-home parent (assuming that's going to be Kenny's new role), and lower cost of living. But... here I am with zero kids, so I can't speak for certain ;) Also, he and Taylor just seem to be so different now. She's in a fun new relationship with a younger woman, and he's got a wife and kid and ANOTHER demanding job. I think this will be good for him, sadly for us.

Regardless, I am going to MISS Mr. Mans!! <3 <3 <3

Last edited by secco (7/21/2016 10:40 am)

Husbandpillow · 7/21/2016 10:39 am

Yeah, it seems like a very "small town", insular mentality/mindset kind of place. Grow up, go to college, come back, have same high school friends/crew, raise kids together. I hope he loves it, but I think he'll go nuts there.

TOKYO · 7/21/2016 10:49 am

Babette the 2nd wrote:
Where is Katie? Traveling? Didn't Kenny JUST buy a house in Brooklyn?!

I think she's in Brazil

Judgement_Twin · 7/21/2016 10:51 am

I do believe this could be the final nail in the WUWT coffin. I don't feel as though she can do the show on her own. IMHO, since Victoria left, the show has been on the decline. Then they cut the show down from 4 to 3 hours, then cosmo radio disappears, tay gets divorced and for an entire year regurgitated old stories with ZERO new content and now Kenny is leaving.

NOT GOOD HUN

TOKYO · 7/21/2016 10:55 am

Does anyone think it's possible they would replace Kenny with Karen?
That would be IT for me. She gone.

BathiesTime · 7/21/2016 11:01 am

TOKYO wrote:
Does anyone think it's possible they would replace Kenny with Karen?
That would be IT for me. She gone.

I would NOT be able to handle that... AT ALL.
She brings out such bad vibes from Taylor... like worse than usual because she somehow, instead of reminding her to focus on the good, Taylor thinks about why she can't focus on the good. She is always on the verge of a justice meltdown whenever Carin is on!

squadleader · 7/21/2016 11:09 am

I bet this has been in the works for a long time. Kenny probably put it off last year because of the divorce and how miserable Taylor was. Now that Taylor is happy, I'm sure he feels a lot better about his new opportunities!

piopio12 · 7/21/2016 12:52 pm

I wonder if all our asking pushed it to sooner?

But I literally remember the day Victoria said she was leaving. So weird

DestinationAwesometown · 7/21/2016 1:34 pm

Kenny mentioned on Twitter that he had wanted to be able to do show remotely. I guess Sirius said no.

WhosBecky? · 7/21/2016 1:36 pm

TOKYO wrote:
These Pittsburghers ALWAYS come back.

Ha! They don't all go back, but when they do, they eventually move South. It's a sea of yellow and black in the fall around here! I have to admit though, some great laid back people.

I want what's best for Kenny. I think he lost interest after having Duke. There is nothing to prepare you for the complete life changes that occur after having kids. It's crazy!

So doesn't Chelsea work in fashion? Is there fashion in Pittsburgh???
Maybe I stop listening after Paris......NY, Milan, Paris, Pittsburgh....heehee

micdrop · 7/21/2016 2:04 pm

Chelsea works for coach in customer experience or something like that. Sounds like an awesome gig. I think it interesting that Sirius wouldn't let him do the show remotely. Pitsburg isn't that far away, he could be remote and come in to the studio a few times a month. Ugh I'm sure they talked about all the possibilities though. I am so so sad about him leaving. I don't even know if I will like the show with just Taylor. It sucks, I was getting all teary eyed reading his message. This just plain sucks.

micdrop · 7/21/2016 2:06 pm

Oh and I will never listen again if Carin becomes the new co host. I'd rather stab my eyes out and listen to FM radio

Shakeology · 7/21/2016 2:58 pm

micdrop wrote:
Chelsea works for coach in customer experience or something like that. Sounds like an awesome gig. I think it interesting that Sirius wouldn't let him do the show remotely. Pitsburg isn't that far away, he could be remote and come in to the studio a few times a month. Ugh I'm sure they talked about all the possibilities though. I am so so sad about him leaving. I don't even know if I will like the show with just Taylor. It sucks, I was getting all teary eyed reading his message. This just plain sucks.

just peeked Chelsea's linkedin and looks like she just got a new job in Pittsburgh - probably a huge (if not the only) factor in moving back home.

Knt · 7/21/2016 3:16 pm

Shakeology wrote:
micdrop wrote:
Chelsea works for coach in customer experience or something like that. Sounds like an awesome gig. I think it interesting that Sirius wouldn't let him do the show remotely. Pitsburg isn't that far away, he could be remote and come in to the studio a few times a month. Ugh I'm sure they talked about all the possibilities though. I am so so sad about him leaving. I don't even know if I will like the show with just Taylor. It sucks, I was getting all teary eyed reading his message. This just plain sucks.
just peeked Chelsea's linkedin and looks like she just got a new job in Pittsburgh - probably a huge (if not the only) factor in moving back home.

Who is she going to work for?

Ican'teveeeen · 7/21/2016 3:18 pm

I can completely understand. Kenny's schedule was exhausting and unsustainable over time. Does anyone else feel like maybe when the "team" came in it made him feel pushed out? How would Taylor feel if Kenny brought his people into the studio every morning? I never understood what Matthew's presence meant. Is he there to help with the show? Just so strange to me. I wonder if she is bringing Matthew in or he has made an arrangement for her for somebody else.

Shakeology · 7/21/2016 4:10 pm

Knt wrote:
Shakeology wrote:
micdrop wrote:
Chelsea works for coach in customer experience or something like that. Sounds like an awesome gig. I think it interesting that Sirius wouldn't let him do the show remotely. Pitsburg isn't that far away, he could be remote and come in to the studio a few times a month. Ugh I'm sure they talked about all the possibilities though. I am so so sad about him leaving. I don't even know if I will like the show with just Taylor. It sucks, I was getting all teary eyed reading his message. This just plain sucks.
just peeked Chelsea's linkedin and looks like she just got a new job in Pittsburgh - probably a huge (if not the only) factor in moving back home.

Who is she going to work for?

looks like a marketing firm based in pittsburgh

Kicked_off_the_trampoline · 7/21/2016 4:25 pm

Ican'teveeeen wrote:
I can completely understand. Kenny's schedule was exhausting and unsustainable over time. Does anyone else feel like maybe when the "team" came in it made him feel pushed out? How would Taylor feel if Kenny brought his people into the studio every morning? .

100% agree. The "team" idea is so annoying and really I don't get what the point is.

FKCSTMom · 7/21/2016 5:32 pm

Did anyone hear on Tueday, in the very beginning of the show when Robert Verdi finally showed up and was acting crazy(ier) and out of control, Taylor said something to the effect of, "Robert...today is important! Everyone is listening to you!!" It was just another clue (to me) that Kenny might be leaving.

Now...I love me some Robert Verdi. But after listening to him and how nutso he was on Tuesday, I am positive I couldn't listen daily. Other NON-options for me (my opinion only, of course!!!):
1. Carin Rockind or Stephanie Ziev
2. Lol....that's all I could think of! Jeanne Mai is out of left field...why the hell would someone who works mostly in Hollywood come and co-host a show with a little no-name radio host (sorry....but really, even the NJ Housewives have to be reminded who she is)? Can you imagine Taylor giving up the name of the show?

So I'm going to be surprised no matter what...but I'm definitely sad that KZ is leaving. Happy for him and happy that Taylor is in such a better place. But I'm placing my bet on the show not being here a year from now.

FKFriday · 7/21/2016 6:02 pm

She said something on Periscope about RVs role staying the same, so I don't think it's him.

I would love Joey!!! I think he gives enough push back for a guest, and would be great once comfy as co-host.

7things · 7/21/2016 7:02 pm

WeddingBitch wrote:
She better beware, many guests have ended up with their own shows. The Take Away money girl for one. Tons of bravolebrities even if they were temp.... I would almost guess RV would be next. With his connections, history and current social status, he would be a pretty great host. I know hes a bit crazy on the show, but with a full forum hes actually a lot less "Yelly"

My boyfriend used to listen to the show alot. He said he turned by it the other day and said it sounds like she phones it in. After 10 years on the air, the show should be a little bigger than it is. I hope the show doesn't end

Babette the 2nd · 7/21/2016 7:10 pm

Carin Rockind? No. Not a lot of people that will deal with Taylor's presence. It's HER show, Carin doesn't shut the fuck up. I can't stand her. Taylor can't play 2nd fiddle. And what heartfelt message from Kenny?! Did he post something? I'm a bit slow

Durst_Burp · 7/21/2016 7:44 pm

7things wrote:
WeddingBitch wrote:
She better beware, many guests have ended up with their own shows. The Take Away money girl for one. Tons of bravolebrities even if they were temp.... I would almost guess RV would be next. With his connections, history and current social status, he would be a pretty great host. I know hes a bit crazy on the show, but with a full forum hes actually a lot less "Yelly"

My boyfriend used to listen to the show alot. He said he turned by it the other day and said it sounds like she phones it in. After 10 years on the air, the show should be a little bigger than it is. I hope the show doesn't end

This comment got me thinking- right now, how many Sirius hosts are people that started from zero? By that I mean people who didn't already have a following or were celebrities in some way, including established radio careers like O&A/Dr Laura/Howard, before getting a show on Sirius? I know Nicole is one of them but she's grown her career by leaps and bounds (like getting on TV). I guess what I'm wondering is if it's almost become a requirement to be a celebrity/have notoriety outside of Sirius to be successful there. Like, for new subscribers- if I'm trying to find a show I'm going to gravitate towards one with a name I recognize, not WUWT.

meepmeep · 7/21/2016 8:18 pm

Or anyone think maybe the show is done? Can you imagine if come Monday WUWT just vanished?

BabyAngel · 7/21/2016 8:37 pm

Just think--with a different cohost, Taylor will have new ears for all her old stories ;)

FKFriday · 7/21/2016 8:46 pm

😂🤔😳

7things · 7/21/2016 8:51 pm

Durst_Burp wrote:
7things wrote:
WeddingBitch wrote:
She better beware, many guests have ended up with their own shows. The Take Away money girl for one. Tons of bravolebrities even if they were temp.... I would almost guess RV would be next. With his connections, history and current social status, he would be a pretty great host. I know hes a bit crazy on the show, but with a full forum hes actually a lot less "Yelly"

My boyfriend used to listen to the show alot. He said he turned by it the other day and said it sounds like she phones it in. After 10 years on the air, the show should be a little bigger than it is. I hope the show doesn't end

This comment got me thinking- right now, how many Sirius hosts are people that started from zero? By that I mean people who didn't already have a following or were celebrities in some way, including established radio careers like O&A/Dr Laura/Howard, before getting a show on Sirius? I know Nicole is one of them but she's grown her career by leaps and bounds (like getting on TV). I guess what I'm wondering is if it's almost become a requirement to be a celebrity/have notoriety outside of Sirius to be successful there. Like, for new subscribers- if I'm trying to find a show I'm going to gravitate towards one with a name I recognize, not WUWT.

That's what I thought about, too with the celebrities - Jenny McCarthy, Jenny Hutt, Donny Deutsch, Alex Von Tobel (known in the business world), the people you mentioned, and I'm sure there are more. I like Taylor's story, but I wish she used her platform adequately. During the Cosmo days she talked about doing tv...

7things · 7/21/2016 8:52 pm

BabyAngel wrote:
Just think--with a different cohost, Taylor will have new ears for all her old stories ;)

lol! GREAT!! 😳