Can I just say for the record that former home shopping employees and vendors who are no longer under any contract, non-compete, or any other can't-talk-to-anyone-about-anything-or-we'll-sue-you-into-oblivion legal restrictions are very near and dear to Queen Bea's dark royal heart.
Former QVC host, Steve Bryant, has decided that he needs some blog therapy, y'all! And we are here to help.
Apparently, while he was still working at the Q, he overheard two sophomoric, snickering nincompoops ... sorry, I mean two program hosts, calling him a liar for a cute on-air story he told about a radio job he had back in college and then they "went into a diatribe about how ugly (he) was."
Steve might not be Miss America, but no one can successfully sell on television for 15 years and look like Nosferatu. Ain't gonna happen. Perhaps he didn't faux tan enough for their liking.
But the story gets better ...
"They didn’t know I was standing right around the corner. I came out and let them know I had heard what they said and that it was good to know how they felt. They were speechless, not even a yum-yum face!"
No yum-yum face?!? You mean like this one?
"Panic ensued! The other hosts in the lounge who were listening to my “put down” had obviously gone to our immediate superior to “rat out” their peers, hoping to beat me to the punch and lessen their “second hand guilt.” Actually, I had no intention of any official reprisal. I was going to confront each host privately and settle things person-to-person.
"Apparently, both of the offending hosts had been contacted by our immediate superior since they called my voicemail and apologized. Neither ever said anything to me in person, I guess believing their voicemail mia culpa would suffice.
"Many years later, I guess I should let it go. Writing this has helped to put this behind me. Still, I would like to settle the score in person and will probably do so soon. I’m no Robert Redford, but I do take exception to the “ugly” thing as well as the lying thing.
"They should at least have the guts to apologize in person. Maybe we’ll have crab cakes and laugh about the whole thing…oh, wait, that won’t work. Those Chinese crustaceans are almost extinct. Maybe some cheesecake…or anything squishy I could throw. Just sayin’…
"I wonder if they read my site? Guess I’ll find out."
Can you believe all this petty, back-stabbing, ass-covering nastiness? Unbelievable!
Check out Steve's Blog--this is just the tip of the crap cake, y'all!
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I'm sorry, but I have absolutely no sympathy for Steve ("I'm so wonderful")Bryant. (Just the thought of him being with Kathy Levine creeps me out.) I distinctly remember many, many cutting remarks and asides he made about Bob Bowersox. Totally uncalled for. I guess he doesn't much like it when the shoe is on the other foot. But what really disgusted me was when he was selling one of those self-help systems, and said that it had helped him get over losing his wife and unborn son in a car crash. Now, I don't know if that's true, but to use a personal tragedy like that to sell more products! Awful, totally awful, and so is he.
ReplyDeleteOf course the above comment WOULD BE anonymous.
ReplyDeleteThe signature has nothing to do with the accuracy of the comments. Just look at what he's doing with this blog. Trying to get even for real or imagined slights after..how many years? No one could be more nasty and biting than Steve. (Looking into a deep bowl: "Oh, there's nothing here..just like Bob Bowersox's personality"). But it appears he's pretty thin-skinned. Funny how that works out. Get over it, Steve.
ReplyDeleteSteve's blog site is mostly positive. He tells funny stories about his QVC days. One includes a presentation with Virginia Olsen. Remember the Nesco? He thought he was eating whip cream and fruit--it was actually a prop parfait made of shaving cream! There are home shopping selling techniques for both the hosts and the consumer. Look at the blog and decide for yourself.
ReplyDeleteI don't know Steve's story personally, but from a former home shopping host's perspective, the junior high schoolyard shenanigans are legendary. I was shocked when I arrived at a network and realized one of the queen bees there was one of the most cold-hearted and mean-spirited people I had ever met. They personally went out of their way to get another high sales producing host fired. It was disgusting. I left the network on my own accord and I am happy where I am now. So, I am not a Bitter Betty, just calling it like I see it. It really is a tough industry and I imagine it is even tougher now that the economy is in the toilet.
ReplyDeleteI know I'm late...but...ran across this by accident and I think I can guess who you're talking about...a friend of a friend worked for a shopping channel and he spoke of how their leading lady was sweet on camera and sour in the soul...also getting people fired.....this is a bad place, this home shopping business.
DeleteFirst of all, let me say I am a big fan of Queen Bea's blog. I'm still pretty plugged into the industry and she usually gets the "inside story" long before I. And she's a great writer, something I really respect.
ReplyDeleteIt is absolutely true that I had some fun with Bob on the show. It is also true that he was always standing about 6 feet away from me (off-camera) when I did it. I had and have nothing but respect for Bob. We had a lot of fun "poking" each other on the air. But it was always right in front of each other, unlike the comments made about me in the host lounge that day.
As for the death of my wife and unborn child, I shared that information on-air to do some good. If the Tony Robbins program helped just one person the way it had helped me deal with that tragedy, the personal intrusion was worth it. My call, not yours.
I read Steve's blog and thought it was Great! I thnk he has alot of insight and knowledge. I love the songs!
ReplyDeleteSteve, thanks for your response. Do you happen to know and can you share why Bob left QVC so suddenly? So many people are curious and the rumors persist.
ReplyDeleteI love it when the comments section becomes more interesting than the original post!
ReplyDeleteSteve -- your blog is great! I found it refreshingly honest, and as a consumer, I appreciate being treated with respect -- some of the hosts act as if a home shopper is a fool -- we'll buy anything, right? Wrong!
ReplyDeleteKeep on Bloggin', Steve!
Steve, your blog is interesting, thanks for posting it & commenting here. We love our HSQ blog here too, QB is a fantastic writer w/ just the right amount of wit, insight, empathy & dish to serve up in the most fun way! I look forward to all the new entries!
ReplyDeleteThe Steve Bryant-bashing is uncalled for. Glad he showed up to defend himself.
ReplyDeleteSteve, your old fans love you. Let not your heart be troubled by the wicked and nasty. There is so much hostility out there..what people don't realize is, "what goes around, comes around"...I see one "queen bee' is no longer on the Q. Who would have believed she would go! I say to the others: if SHE is not indispensible, NO ONE is. Watch yourselves!
ReplyDeleteThere are always two sides to every story. We have heard Steve's side but not the other guys. It is amazing how stories and situations get different every time they are told and depending on who tells them. I just went through a situation very similar. People just need to communicate and the key is to communicate HONESTLY!!!!!
ReplyDeletehaha..not at all..
ReplyDeleteI like Steve and enjoy his parodies it helps to get through these difficult times!
ReplyDeleteI would say that most of the dirt I have read about is old. Where is the updated dirt!?????
ReplyDeleteSteve is filling in for an idiot on WDMG radio in Delaware right now and he's almost as big an idiot as the usual host but not quite. Take him back! and take the J-ROD too. I don't want them you can have them they're too fat for me.
ReplyDeleteI was the original Home Shopping Empress -- launched the program nationally back in 1986 -- the company grew from $10 million in sales to over $750 million and my gag order has ended. The poopage is non stop on my blog. http://suburbanfamiliar.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteCheck out Wing Nut Commander for just one of many stories about the good ol' days in Clearwater Florida.
WE NEED YOU BACK HOME SHOPPING QUEEN YOU ARE MISSED VERY MUCH PLEASE COME BACK!
ReplyDeleteWE NEED TO GET RID OF SHAWN KILLINGER AND JRT ASAP THEY BOTH SUCK.
ReplyDeleteDOES EVERYONE AGREE THAT JANE TRACEY LOOKED LIKE SHIT LAST NIGHT. WHAT A DRESS HAIR SHOWING ELF EARS, AND DID YOU SEE HER FAMILY. I HAVE SAID BEFORE IT IS ALL ABOUT HER FAMILY. SHE NEEDS TO GO. BARF BARF BARF BARF JANE YOU SUCK.
ReplyDeleteHere is the Queen Bee, I need to know where is Terry Lewis, loved here fashions on hsn will she be going to another channel miss her fashions ..Would love to see her on QVC
ReplyDeleteI have been waiting for a long time to hear what TERRY LEWIS is doing since she left hsn and her fans Love even before she became a designer. Would like to see her on QVC
ReplyDeleteSo what happened to Cathy L. and Bob B.?
ReplyDeleteQvc has false advertizing!
If you return 50% of what you buy, no matter if its damage, they won't let you buy anymore!They close your account. (happened to a friend).
My Husband is a lawyer, and he said it is false advertizing. Qvc can be sued.As they keep saying, You can try it for 30 days, or return it for any reason. So what kind of crap is that!!!
I think having the Kardashins on Qvc, is lowing the show..There the most disfuctional family.. So where are family values, as they try to push!!? hahaaa
I purchased 11 colors of gold rolo bracelets which faded and had holes. qvc Corporate knew the gold was bad and Banned me for Telling the Truth! They did me a favor!! I don't need plated silver and filled BRASS items! Hey, at least they are TELLING YOU they are selling you junk!!!!
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