Michael Eisner's new job

tiggerfan74 · 01-10-2006

Michael Eisner to Host CNBC Talks Show
Tuesday, January 10, 2006 5:36 PM EST
The Associated Press
By DAVID BAUDER

NEW YORK (AP) — Michael Eisner began a long career in the entertainment business as a page guiding audience members to their seats at Johnny Carson's "Tonight" studio in New York. Now he will be host of his own TV show from the same studio.

He's had other jobs, of course — most notably 21 years as chief of the Walt Disney Co. until he stepped down last year.

CNBC announced Tuesday that he will be host of "Conversations with Michael Eisner," an hour-long, prime-time interview show that will be seen once every two months. The network didn't announce a premiere date or first guest.

Eisner said he will speak with business, entertainment or political leaders, with a focus on creativity and innovation.

Mark Hoffman, CNBC president, said he called Eisner with the idea after watching the former Disney executive fill in for Charlie Rose on PBS one night last October, interviewing media executive Barry Diller and actor John Travolta.

"He's got an almost insatiable curiosity about the world and about people and he's a great listener," Hoffman said. "You combine those three things and it makes for a great interviewer."

Besides, Eisner said, his family and work associates always told him he was an incessant questioner.

His experience as a businessman and longtime relationships with many of the people he will be likely to interview — like with Diller and Travolta — give him a different perspective from other interviewers, Hoffman said.

"I don't know if I have more insight or less insight," Eisner said. "I have different insight."

Eisner was an ABC executive before moving up the corporate ladder, and he was familiar to TV viewers as the on-air host of "The Wonderful World of Disney." He cut all business ties to Disney last October. Robert Iger succeeded him as Disney chief.

Eisner wouldn't comment on other projects he might be working on.

He also wouldn't say who's on his wish list to talk to, although it likely won't be anyone from Disney for a while.

"I would probably wait four or five shows before I call up Bob Iger," said Eisner, who will be the show's executive producer. "I think it makes sense to concentrate on other things for awhile."

CNBC is a unit of General Electric Co.

Cavey · 01-10-2006

Uh, sounds interesting.

**BDavis932** · 01-10-2006

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Originally Posted by Cavey

Uh, sounds interesting.

Wow! I agree with Cavey....

all I could think was "yawn, yawn, yawn!"....

I wonder why he just doesn't retire....???

tiggerfan74 · 01-10-2006

I don't watch CNBC now, I just came across this and thought it could get some good comments! I know how much everyone just loves him !!!! LOL

tiggerfan74 · 01-10-2006

Quote:

Originally Posted by BDavis932

I wonder why he just doesn't retire....???

Yeah, it's not like he needs the money !!!!!!

**WishUponAStar** · 01-11-2006

Yeah, if I was him I would retire. Then again, I would retire right now if I could. haha.

DayDreamer · 01-11-2006

That sounds about as interesting as dry white toast.

mrspooky · 01-11-2006

Did he really think it sounded like a good idea when it was pitched to him?

Josh · 01-28-2006

Ha... That's pretty funny.

But let's be honest, it could be worse... He could still be CEO of Disney. :)

**DisneyTeacher** · 01-28-2006

I missed this thread a couple of weeks ago. What a snoozer, I give the new show less than 3 months--WAY less.

Princess Tessa · 01-28-2006

haha I'd watch it at least once or twice but he MUST have SOOOOO much money - why not retire! Silly goose

01-10-2006	#1 (permalink)
tiggerfan74 bouncin' in now and then Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Jupiter Florida, 2 hours south of the magic Posts: 1,803	Michael Eisner's new job Michael Eisner to Host CNBC Talks Show Tuesday, January 10, 2006 5:36 PM EST The Associated Press By DAVID BAUDER NEW YORK (AP) — Michael Eisner began a long career in the entertainment business as a page guiding audience members to their seats at Johnny Carson's "Tonight" studio in New York. Now he will be host of his own TV show from the same studio. He's had other jobs, of course — most notably 21 years as chief of the Walt Disney Co. until he stepped down last year. CNBC announced Tuesday that he will be host of "Conversations with Michael Eisner," an hour-long, prime-time interview show that will be seen once every two months. The network didn't announce a premiere date or first guest. Eisner said he will speak with business, entertainment or political leaders, with a focus on creativity and innovation. Mark Hoffman, CNBC president, said he called Eisner with the idea after watching the former Disney executive fill in for Charlie Rose on PBS one night last October, interviewing media executive Barry Diller and actor John Travolta. "He's got an almost insatiable curiosity about the world and about people and he's a great listener," Hoffman said. "You combine those three things and it makes for a great interviewer." Besides, Eisner said, his family and work associates always told him he was an incessant questioner. His experience as a businessman and longtime relationships with many of the people he will be likely to interview — like with Diller and Travolta — give him a different perspective from other interviewers, Hoffman said. "I don't know if I have more insight or less insight," Eisner said. "I have different insight." Eisner was an ABC executive before moving up the corporate ladder, and he was familiar to TV viewers as the on-air host of "The Wonderful World of Disney." He cut all business ties to Disney last October. Robert Iger succeeded him as Disney chief. Eisner wouldn't comment on other projects he might be working on. He also wouldn't say who's on his wish list to talk to, although it likely won't be anyone from Disney for a while. "I would probably wait four or five shows before I call up Bob Iger," said Eisner, who will be the show's executive producer. "I think it makes sense to concentrate on other things for awhile." CNBC is a unit of General Electric Co. __________________ I love Walt Disney World!! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first ever Disney Cruise!! Living the suite life on the Disney Magic!!!!

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Cavey MB's Rabble Rouser® Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Carlinville, IL Posts: 6,144	Re: Michael Eisner's new job Uh, sounds interesting. __________________ . . Cavey, Tigger, BossMouse, Soundgod Erin, and Lil'pocohantas in association with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Juicy Juice are proud to present Cavey-Fest III December 13, 2008

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tiggerfan74 bouncin' in now and then Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Jupiter Florida, 2 hours south of the magic Posts: 1,803	Re: Michael Eisner's new job I don't watch CNBC now, I just came across this and thought it could get some good comments! I know how much everyone just loves him !!!! LOL __________________ I love Walt Disney World!! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first ever Disney Cruise!! Living the suite life on the Disney Magic!!!!

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WishUponAStar Waiting for BLT! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: I'm right here! HI! Posts: 12,746	Re: Michael Eisner's new job Yeah, if I was him I would retire. Then again, I would retire right now if I could. haha. __________________ Disneyland & College Program Moderator Upcoming Trips Dec. 16th - 20th '09: Bay Lake Tower June 2010: Alaska Cruise Oct 2010: Spooky Halloween in Disneyland "Life without a vacation countdown is like a cupcake with no frosting." Banner by Mickeysgirlz, she's a rockstar! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our first Bay Lake Tower stay 22 days 23 hours 51 minutes

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DayDreamer The Executive Gentleman Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,246	Re: Michael Eisner's new job That sounds about as interesting as dry white toast. __________________ Imaaaaaaginaaaation, imaaaaaginaaaation A dream can be a dream come true, With just that spark in me and you. 2008 - Polynesian & Vacation Village 2006 - Contemporary & Sheraton Vistana 2005 - Orange Lake 1996 - Offsite 1993 - Honeymoon Offsite 1986 - Offsite 1982 - Great Aunt's House 1980 - Great Aunt's House 1977 - Disneyland - Aunt's House

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mrspooky Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 496	Re: Michael Eisner's new job Did he really think it sounded like a good idea when it was pitched to him? __________________ Wish I was there right now Mrs Pooky Jan 2004 All Star Movies Jan 2005 Carribean Beach Jan 2006 POFQ Jan 2007 POFQ again May 2007 Vacation home Jan 2008 OKW (1st DVC vacation!) Jan 2009 BCV (can't believe the pool is closed!) June 2009 Vacation home for Star Wars Weekend My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 5 Minutes from the World Showcase for 8 days! Dos Equis, anyone?

01-28-2006	#9 (permalink)
Josh Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 34	Re: Michael Eisner's new job Ha... That's pretty funny. But let's be honest, it could be worse... He could still be CEO of Disney. :)

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DisneyTeacher Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: WDW in my dreams Posts: 18,306	Re: Michael Eisner's new job I missed this thread a couple of weeks ago. What a snoozer, I give the new show less than 3 months--WAY less. __________________ ~Stephanie~ 1993 Caribbean Beach Resort ~ 1996 Caribbean Beach resort ~1997 Caribbean Beach Resort ~2003 Wilderness Lodge ~2004 Beach Club Resort/Shades of Green/Pop Century~ 2005 Wilderness Lodge Resort/Beach Club Villas ~ 2006 Saratoga Springs Resort~2007 Port Orleans French Quarter/Beach Club Villas/Boardwalk Villas ~ 2007 Port Orleans Riverside~ 2008 Wilderness Lodge/Beach Club Villas~2008 Beach Club Villas~2009 Hilton Head Island~ 2009 Beach Club Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Beach Club here we come 241 days 4 hours 51 minutes

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Princess Tessa Starting over Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vancouver, BC Canada Posts: 1,989	Re: Michael Eisner's new job haha I'd watch it at least once or twice but he MUST have SOOOOO much money - why not retire! Silly goose __________________ Disneyland Trips 1989, 1994, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2004 (yes, twice, I'm obsessed okay?!) 2005, 2007 (I'm missing three trips but I don't remember what years) WDW Canadian Cast Member 2006 - 2007

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