TMZ: The McGriddle Bandit

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McDonald's continues to dominate TMZ's headlines on a weekly basis - Leslie Harris talks about the latest incident involving the most important meal of the day, breakfast.

Catch Leslie on TMZ TV - Weekdays at 6 on Channel 38 - The CW.

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VOTE LONDON LOVALLO!

London Lovallo is a third grader at Riverside Elementary that needs your vote in a national contest. Read London's story from The Scranton Times here and vote for her here.

Tiffany's Takes A Tumble

No one is recession proof - not even the glamorous jewlery store, which announced a huge drop off in revenue yesterday.

Facebook Mobile Uploads....

I'll be snapping most stills on the road with my BlackBerry now and uploading to this gallery on Facebook.

Why haven't you added me? BTW, that's a very grainy picture of a one DJ AM spinnin' at LAX last Wednesday.

RALPHIE REPORT: Flavor Flav, Vegas, DJ AM, Hinder

Flavor Flav celebrated his 50th birthday last week. No, that is not a typo.

The “Flavor Of Love” star kicked off the celebration on the East Coast – with a star-studded bash at BB King’s in New York City. The party brought a pleasant surprise to ongoers, as Ice-T and Chuck D joined Flav on stage to perform a number of hits from Public Enemy’s catalog.

Last Friday, Flav flew the festivities to Las Vegas, with a party inside Jet Nightclub at The Mirage. The highlight? The rapper held his trademark, “Yeah Boyee!” catchphrase for an uncanny 35 seconds.

SPEAKING OF LAST FRIDAY…

So I spent part of last week in Las Vegas, betting on March Madness (How ‘bout Syracuse?!), partaking in bottle/limo service, and enjoying the amenities of The Strip (as in the stretch of attractions, not a prefix for a club).

You would’ve thought that these activities, especially with Spring Break, would’ve yielded a many stories for this column, between celebrity sightings and encounters.

Well, you would’ve thought incorrectly. I saw DJ AM spin at LAX inside Luxor, and didn’t bother with Flav’s aforementioned party on Friday night. All in all, I did not meet, let alone knowingly encounter any type of celebrity.

And as far as stories? I accumulated quite a few for a 72 hour period, however what happens in Vegas…

BUT AGAIN, BACK TO LAST FRIDAY…

Big thanks to everyone who joined 97 BHT for the return of Funhouse Friday’s inside The Woodlands. While I was actin’-a-foo inside Prive at Planet Hollywood, A.J. In The Afternoon was throwing a big bash inside Evolution at The Woodlands. I can only imagine what Week 2 will be like inside The Woods, with Shontelle, Adam Barta, and DJ Woogie slated to perform on Friday.

There was also a group of celebrities in the house last week. However the band Hinder was “less than friendly” according to one patron. Another person at the event noted that the band would only sign five CDs for 97 BHT to give to listeners (Most artists usually will agree to how many CDs asked of them).
But then again, I suppose it shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise – we are talking about a “rock” group from Oklahoma that is notorious for playing by their own rules, whether that be shots of “Jager” prior to radio interviews or all-night benders on the tour bus before concerts.

It’s really quite a shame though. I remember hearing so many stories about an easy going Hinder – drinking at Tinks with fans, sleeping in their caravan outside of studios just to snag radio time and the attention of Program Directors.

I suppose it’s just an example of the affect that groupies, alcohol, cross-country tours, and a couple of Billboard “rock” hits can have on one’s ego.

BTW, if you weren’t one of the 5 to snag one of those highly-coveted autographed CDs, you might have a chance this summer, as the pompous partiers return to NEPA on July 14 to open for fellow “rockers” Nickelback at Toyota Pavilion at Montage Mountain.

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Jason Miller f. Akon - Sucker For Love

03.16.09 : Jason Miller f. Akon - Sucker For Love
Jason calls up The Ralphie Radio Show!
On The NCAA Brackets, Story Behind The Song:

Working w/ Akon

CELEBRITY LAWYER BRADFORD COHEN on Lindsay Lohan's Warrant

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Ralphie talked with trusted attorney to the celebs and friend of the Lohan family Bradford Cohen about the warrant issued and then recalled for Lindsay Lohan.

Visit Mr. Cohen's website here.

TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: The Jonas Brothers Eat McDonald's.

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The last people you'd expect to see in the world's largest fast food chain...

Catch Leslie on TMZ TV - Weekdays at 6 on Channel 38 - The CW.

DAILY DOWNLOAD: David Rush f. Kevin Rudolf, Pitbull - Shooting Star (LMFAO Party Rock Remix)

03.12.09 : David Rush f. Kevin Rudolf, Pitbull - Shooting Star (LMFAO Party Rock Remix)
Love the original and the remix, which David had his manager send to my personal GMail account (I know, a bit of name dropping there).

STUDY: More women follow dad's career path

Interesting read here about more daughters taking their career cues from their pops.

DAILY DOWNLOAD: New Rihanna!

03.09.09 : Rihanna - Whipping My Hair

DR. CARA GARDENSWARTZ on Nickelodeon/Chris Brown

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The psycologist/Momlogic.com contributor talks about why Brown should've never been placed on the Kids Choice Awards ballot in the first place...

The psycologist is quoted in this article on Momlogic.com.

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: Small Talk.

The Wingman tells Jessie how to avoid cliche "small talk."

Initial Wingman Response:

Reaction #1:

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DAILY DOWNLOAD: Flo-Rida - Sugar

03.09.09 : Flo-Rida - Sugar

TMZ: Chris Brown's Manager Sent The Text

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TMZ's Leslie Harris tells Ralphie who sent that text message to Chris Brown that pissed Rihanna off... and it turns out, Ralphie's met her.

Catch Leslie on TMZ TV - Weekdays at 6 on Channel 38 - The CW.

CELEBRITY ATTORNEY BRADFORD COHEN on Chris Brown's No-Plea

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The man who defended Dennis Rodman and Vanilla Ice explains why Chris Brown's lawyer would ask for a continuance...

Visit Mr. Cohen's website here.

Latest Chuck's Acquisition...

My first without white toe shells... thoughts?

Pink Slip Parties!

These parties are the newest fad, details on how to throw/attend one here.

More Tanning Salons Than Starbucks

Yes, it's actually the case in some cities. The study is here.

Get Fit While Blogging

10 ways here.

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Krys Ivory f. Ryan Leslie - Next 2 Ya

03.05.09 : Krys Ivory f. Ryan Leslie - Next 2 Ya
Krys calls up The Ralphie Radio Show
On The Song

On Her Wikipedia Page

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Jessie James - Wanted

03.04.09 : Jessie James - Wanted

Jessie swung by the studio to chill with Ralphie!
Ralphie quizes Jessie about her MySpace bio, hears her song acoustically.

Jessie talks about her self-titled LP, due out this summer.

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Secondhand Serenade - Your Call

03.03.09 : Secondhand Serenade - Your Call
John from Secondhand Serenade talks about the song w/ Ralphie!

DAILY DOWNLOAD: V Factory - Love Struck

03.02.09 : V Factory - Love Struck
V Factory Calls The Ralphie Radio Show
On The Song

On The CD, Touring - Plus Jared Murillo Talks About Ashley Tisdale

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Enur f. Natasja, Lumidee - Enur's Bonfire

02.25.09 : Enur f. Natasja, Lumidee - Enur's Bonfire
Lumidee Calls The Ralphie Radio Show!
On The Track, The Death of Natasja

Update On Lumidee, New Baby

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Asher Roth!

02.24.09 : Asher Roth - I Love College
Roth Calls The Ralphie Radio Show!
PA/NY Winters, Inspiration For The Song

Forthcoming LP, Asleep In The Bread Aisle

TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: Chris Brown's Day In Court

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Chris Brown finally faced a judge regarding his alleged abuse of Rihanna, and TMZ cameras were on the scene. TMZ's Leslie Harris tells Ralphie what Brown was charged with.

Catch Leslie on TMZ TV - Weekdays at 6 on Channel 38 - The CW.

CELEBRITY LAWYER BRADFORD COHEN on Chris Brown's Court Date

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TMZ nominated him as one of the best attorney's in the country... Bradford Cohen represented Vanilla Ice and Dennis Rodman in their domestic abuse cases - so certainly Mr. Cohen would be able to lend expert advice to the Rihanna/Chris Brown case.

Visit Mr. Cohen's website here.

EXCLUSIVE: Shinedown's Brent Smith

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Lead Singer Brent Smith phones in from Jim Thorpe to chat about "Second Chance", amoxicillin, and what sets Shinedown apart from other rock bands on the radio.

Shinedown's "The Sound of Madness" is in stores now.

PROF. RIVKA TADJER speaks on A.J. McLean's Substance Abuse.

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Ralphie spoke with Professor Rivka Tadjer on the recent reports of A.J. McLean's fall from sobriety.

Professor Tadjer's book, Two Weeks Under, is available in stores now or online at Amazon.

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: Courting An Exotic Dancer

The Wingman lends his advice on dating an exotic dancer... Rule #1: Don't call her a stripper.

Initial Wingman Response:

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EXCLUSIVE: John from Secondhand Serenade

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John from Secondhand Serenade opens up about his success with "Fall For You" and his personal life.

RALPHIE REWIND: David Archuleta Voice Mail

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To his friends' dismay, Ralphie keeps David Archuleta's voice as his voice mail greeting, as the Idol records a new message for his cell phone.

Click Here To Watch Ralphie's Interview w/ David.

EXCLUSIVE: David Archuleta

David Archuleta chats with Ralphie before his signing at F.Y.E. inside The Mall At Steamtown about Ralphie's love life (or lack thereof), his self-titled CD cover, and gracing Ralphie's voice mail greeting.

Crank That Dance Contest

97 BHT gave away front row tickets and backstage passes to see Soulja Boy Tell 'Em inside The Scranton Cultural Center. You just had to show off your best "Crank That" dance to win, inside Center Court at The Mall At Steamtown!

"LATE NIGHT W/ JIMMY FALLON"/"THE ROOTS" DRUMMER ?UESTLOVE

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The day that "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" on WBRE launched, new house band & current Roots drummer ?uestlove called in to The Ralphie Radio Show.

"Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" airs weeknights at 12:35a on WBRE/NBC.
Twitter Links:
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- ?uestlove
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EXCLUSIVE: Soulja Boy In Studio!

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Even Soulja Boy knows that no stop to NEPA is complete without a trip to The Ralphie Radio Show.

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TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: The Gift Card Hit Man

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Only TMZ could find this story: the father of the victim in the Nick Hogan crash tries to kill his wife by hiring a hitman... and attempting to compensate him with a gift card!

Catch Leslie on TMZ TV - Weekdays at 6 on Channel 38 - The CW.

EXCLUSIVE: Thriving Ivory!

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Paul, Clayton, & Drew of Thriving Ivory chat with Ralphie inside the 97 BHT Center Court Studios at The Mall At Steamtown.

Or, Watch The Interview Below!

TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: Brad Pitt & Sons In Vegas

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Who spends quality time with their kids in Sin City? According to TMZ's Leslie Harris, Brad Pitt.

Catch Leslie on TMZ TV - Weekdays at 6 on Channel 38 - The CW.

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: Bisexuals

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The Wingman offers a no-shame suggestion: Use your sister as a pawn.

Initial Wingman Response:

Reaction #1:

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RALPHIE REWIND: (Not) Carrying Cash

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Ralphie never carries cash on him, and this time, he paid for it in a non-monetary fashion.