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onetime2 · 03-21-2004, 08:57 AM

The two shows differ substantially. The transcript provided seems to point to a more informative show from Oprah while Stern's is always from a titillation standpoint.

IMO, context plays a critical role in any determination of "indecency".

It's ironic how much Stern hates the FCC since it was their opposition to him which cemented his reputation as a "shock jock". It wouldn't surprise me in the least if his latest rantings against them are simply his way of boosting sagging ratings. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe he has recently lost his number 1 ranking in his home viewing area to a Spanish language station.

03-21-2004, 08:57 AM	#5 (permalink)
onetime2 Junkie Location: NJ	The two shows differ substantially. The transcript provided seems to point to a more informative show from Oprah while Stern's is always from a titillation standpoint. IMO, context plays a critical role in any determination of "indecency". It's ironic how much Stern hates the FCC since it was their opposition to him which cemented his reputation as a "shock jock". It wouldn't surprise me in the least if his latest rantings against them are simply his way of boosting sagging ratings. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe he has recently lost his number 1 ranking in his home viewing area to a Spanish language station. __________________ Strive to be more curious than ignorant. Last edited by onetime2; 03-21-2004 at 09:01 AM..