SWB YANKEES SHELLEY DUNCAN!

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Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees outfielder Shelley Duncan calls up The Ralphie Radio Show on Friday, as the Yanks ready to open their home schedule and defend the Governor's Cup!

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TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: Britney's Ex Back In The News

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Who did Adnan Ghalib tick off now?

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DAILY DOWNLOAD: David Rush - Twitter @ Me

04.16.09 : David Rush - Twitter @ Me
David calls up The Ralphie Radio Show!
On Twitter, The Song:

New Street Record, XBOX Challenge:

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: Cougar Season.

Bob is torn between his girlfriend and her single mother. The Wingman is not - he knows exactly where his priorities would be.

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T-Pain Officially The First To Use Autotune...

Scary/funny...

Asher Roth Says Don't Buy The Album...

This is good marketing right hurr.

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Kat DeLuna - Dance Bailalo

Summer, 2007
Part 1: The new song

Part 2: Perez Hilton, CD release, new record label, what she's been up to

Kat's new CD, Inside Out, drops this Summer.

Spring, 2008

ATTORNEY JANELL WEINSTEIN: Kanye Might Settle Out Of Court

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Attorney Janell Weinstein broke down the various legal aspects of the Kanye West/TMZ photog case on The Ralphie Radio Show.

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TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: White House "Puppygate"

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Leave it to TMZ to scoop The Washington Post on the latest addition to The White House... a puppy named, "Bo".

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

EXCLUSIVE: Demi Lovato/David Archuleta at Wachovia Arena

Another exclusive - Disney star, flight misser, and John Mayer's favorite "Tweeter" Demi Lovato along with Ralphie Radio Show friend and American Idol runner-up David Archuleta will be at the Wachovia Arena on June 22. Tickets go on sale to the general public Saturday April 25.

EXCLUSIVE: Idols Live Hits Wachovia Arena on 9/9

You read it here first - "American Idols Live" will return to the Wachovia Arena on Sept. 9, 2009. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday May 9 at 10a.

Wonder if I'll get in trouble for this...

Lindsay's eHarmony Profile

This is great - gotta give credit where its due.

RALPHIE REPORT: Speidi v. Ralphie, Round 1.

Love or loathe him, Spencer Pratt is a marketing genius. The villain of MTV’s “The Hills” created a marketing scheme for pure celebrity that rakes in the cash without having to release a sex tape.

Of course, that isn’t to say that Spencer – along with girlfriend Heidi Montag, doesn’t make the rounds… the media rounds, that is.

Enter The Ralphie Radio Show. Last week, capitalizing off of the premiere of “The Hills” fifth season and the release of two new Heidi singles on iTunes, the couple affectionately known as “Speidi” kicked off a three hour radio tour with 97 BHT’s Kidd Kraddick In The Morning. Towards the end of the phoner-fest, Spencer and Heidi called up The RRS. The possibly-engaged duo wanted to talk about Montag’s music and their supremacy on “The Hills”. Of course, there were a few other topics I wanted to touch on – namely the type of money we’re talkin’ here with these “reality” shows and staged photo-ops.

“Ralphie, to be honest, with this recession we’re so broke and we need money,” Spencer spewed before I cut him off by citing a leaked report to In Touch Weekly last August that the couple made $65,000 – each – per episode.

“…Yeah… and I heard Santa Claus was real,” retorted Pratt, clearly annoyed that I wasn’t offering up your typical softball questions. Game on.

Not letting up, I attempted to reference that same article, which stated that according to Lauren Conrad’s contract, no one on the show could make more money than her. Pratt then tried to spin that statement – claiming L.C. would be foolish to give up such money. Finally, I cut to the chase: doesn’t the couple stand to make a considerable amount of money directly by Conrad exiting the show (L.C. insists that this is her last season)?

“(2 seconds of silence) If you’re our agent, I’d think you were right,” Pratt finally admitted.

While we were discussing money, I decided to bring up the couple’s relationship with blogger Perez Hilton. The self-proclaimed “Queen of All Media” holds nothing back when it comes to “The Hills” – stories of staged events, criticism of the cast’s side projects, and rumored revelations of behind-the-scene deals. Yet despite this, Spencer and Heidi tweet back and forth with Perez, and attend his parties. In one recent post, Hilton wrote that “Speidi” stood to make $200,000 with an undisclosed tabloid for the exclusive rights to report on a staged breakup/reunion of the couple.

“Like I said, where is this money?” asked Spencer. “I wanna see it. Because if it was true, I’d be taking you out to dinner right now Ralphie in Pennsylvania.”

Pratt stumbled over words and changed the subject when I brought up the fact that everyone else sees this money on “The Hills” during shots of Spencer driving his BMW.

“Perez is very honest,” chimed in Montag.

That was all I needed to hear. Montag used the term “honest” to describe the man who falsely accused rapper Flo-Rida of killing a rabbit and claimed Cuba Dictator Fidel Castro was dead, without citing a source.

Whether it’s the TV show, Heidi’s body, or Spencer’s paparazzi deals – there’s something fake about The Hills, and it doesn’t get much more honest than that.
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DAILY DOWNLOAD: Days Difference - Radio Song

04.09.09 : Days Difference - Radio Song
Days Difference stops in studio!

Traveling as two sets of brothers, about the song:

Shooting the Hannah Montana movie, meeting Miley:

TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: Mimi Crashes, Tweets.

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Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon were involved in a car accident Friday morning. TMZ's Leslie Harris reports on what Mimi did almost immediately after the crash.

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DAILY DOWNLOAD: Eminem - We Made You

No one is spared - I love it. Relapse drops May 19.

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: The Local Bar Scene

The Wingman offers some simple tips for picking up someone in a local bar.

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ATTORNEY ROBIN BOND: Playboy Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Details

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Attorney Robin Bond breaks down the intricacies of a sexual harassment lawsuit brought forth by a divorce attorney/ex-columnist against Playboy.

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Read The Story Here.

(Above) Corri Fetman, suing Playboy.

Britney's Mic Left On...

Oops, it happened again. FF to 6:55... NSFW, but very, very funny.

EXCLUSIVE: Spencer Pratt & Heidi Montag

Whole-lotta awkward moments, plus Heidi's new track is the Daily Download.

Part 1: All About The Hills: Season 5, L.C.'s Departure, Salaries, Perez Hilton

Part 2: Heidi's Single, "Look How I'm Doin'", The 5-Track EP, Music Videos

ATTORNEY JANELL WEINSTEIN: Chris Brown's Not Guilty Plea Not Surprising

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Family Attorney and Media Correspondent Janell Weinstein breaks down the not guilty plea of Chris Brown and previews the possible hearing on April 29.

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GaGa's Poker Face Gets Rocked

She should release a version like this... just sayin'.

RALPHIE REPORT: Chris Breezy Pleads Not Guilty, Nat from 3OH!3

The Ralphie Report runs everyweek in The Weekender, a weekly publication in NEPA with a circulation of 175,000.

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Chris Brown pleaded not guilty on Monday to the charges of felony assault and criminal threats – both claims which stem from his alleged altercation with Robyn “Rihanna” Fenty the night before The Grammy’s.

The R&B crooner appeared in court wearing all black with a matching steadfast facial expression, from the time he walked in to the time he left. According to The Los Angeles Times, Brown spoke in a voice so low that at times people in the court wondered if he even spoke. The hearing lasted about 2 minutes, with both parties expected back in court later this month. Judge Patricia Schnegg informed attorney Mark Geragos that his client, Brown, need not be present.

The latest developments do not come as a surprise – as the plea served as simply a formality to extend the period of time for a deal to be reached. The only consistent report to emerge from both the defendant’s and Rihanna’s camp is that a trial is not desired.

Meanwhile RiRi continues to recover with a little rest and relaxation. Many gossip sites reported that the Bajan beauty spent a couple days in Hawaii, and then flew to New York City to enjoy a movie and dinner with friends.

As for the future of Brown and Rihanna – it seems that every day a new rumor emerges, which only contradicts the previous story. It would be unrealistic to think that such buzz will cease before the legal proceedings take their course.

EVERYONE HAS A WARPED TOUR HAIL STORM STORY

Nathaniel Motte, better known as Nat from the crunk-rock group 3OH!3, called in to The Ralphie Radio Show last week. The band’s new single, “Don’t Trust Me” is gaining traction on radio stations across the country. The Hills also featured the song on two separate episodes.

The boys from Denver will headline this year’s Vans Warped Tour, slated to hit Toyota Pavilion at Montage Mountain on Wednesday, July 15. Of course, like many other bands that I’ve spoken with since last year’s festival, Nat had a, “I was there when…” story regarding last year’s hail storm on the mountain.

“It was insane, man,” Nat recalls. “I remember looking out of the amphitheater and there’s like 3,000 kids running down this hill. And then all at once, they slide down this mudslide thing. It was pretty nuts.”

But when you play festivals, you grow to appreciate the uncertainty that each show brings.

“That’s kinda what’s fun about Warped Tour. Nothing ever works out as planned.”

The White Tie Affair and NOFX join 3OH!3 on this year’s tour stop at Montage.

STAY TUNED…

Next week in The Ralphie Report: my exclusive interview with Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag of The Hills. Season 5, allegedly Lauren Conrad’s final run with the show, premiered Monday on MTV.
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DAILY DOWNLOAD: David Archuleta - Zero Gravity

04.02.09 : David Archuleta - Zero Gravity
Read what one of David's biggest fan sites is saying about it...

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Lil Wayne (f. Kevin Rudolf?) - Hot Revolver

Wayne mixed with autotune, guitars, and Green Day lyrics...
04.01.09 : Lil Wayne (f. Kevin Rudolf?) - Hot Revolver

WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: Mixed Signals.

The Wingman helps Ray decipher mixed signals from women.

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NY MAG'S AMY ODELL: Michelle Obama's Overseas Fashion

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Amy Odell of New York Magazine's "The Cut" blog breaks down Mrs. Obama's style while overseas with President Obama for the G-20 Summit.

Catch up on the latest here.


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DAILY DOWNLOAD: 3OH!3 - Don't Trust Me

03.31.09 : 3OH!3 - Don't Trust Me
Nat from 3OH!3 calls up The Ralphie Radio Show
On the song

On Warped Tour, deferring medical school

JOSSIP EDITOR DREW GRANT: 4 Levels of Celebrity Famedom

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Jossip.com Editor Drew Grant breaks down the 4 levels of Celebrity Famedom on The Ralphie Radio Show.

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NKOTB Pre-Sale!

More info on New Kids On The Block pre-sale tickets here.

RALPHIE REPORT: Shontelle

The following can be read in this Wednesday's edition of The Weekender.
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Surely while growing up in Barbados, neither Shontelle Layne nor Robyn “Rihanna” Fenty pictured how their careers would eventually shake out.

Rewind back to a time when both Bajan teenagers were enrolled as “Cadets”, a young Army program in the country. Rihanna may be the current pop music princess, but at the time the roles were reversed. Shontelle was in charge as a drill sergeant, even at one point ordering Fenty to drop and give her 10.

“It was a whole group, and they were late,” explained Shontelle, who is still friends with the “Umbrella” singer. “As drill sergeant, there are people above me who are expecting me to discipline people who are straggling.”

But Layne insists, the incident was isolated.

“Funny enough, Rihanna was a really good cadet. Real good. Super sharp. But that day was just not a good day for her.”

Certainly RiRi’s ups and downs have been well-chronicled since – the latest set of events related to the alleged abuse by R&B singer Chris Brown on the night before the Grammy’s. The Barbados natives have spoken since the incident.

“She is doing good,” says Layne. “She’s looking super-fly. I’m really happy.”

Meanwhile, the 23 year-old songstress isn’t doing too bad herself. Shontelle gained global notoriety with her smash hit, “T-Shirt” – which leads off her debut LP, Shontelligence.

Turns out there was a specific shirt to ignite the song, and the singer still owns it. But she would not reveal the shirt’s original purchaser.

“He doesn’t matter anymore. Music is my boyfriend.”And music treats Shontelle well – affording her black diamonds, a couple pairs of the now infamous Jimmy Choo’s, and a Louis Vuitton bag or three.

Layne told me this – but she’s also told countless others using Twitter. Many celebrities allow both fans and journalists unprecedented access in to their inner lives and thoughts with the micro-blogging service. But in a growing trend, reporters are now integrating a person’s tweets in to questions and stories. So of course, I asked Shontelle what inspired tears of joy a few nights ago.

“I cannot believe he has a list of my tweets!” she exclaimed before attempting to change the subject by pointing out that not all of her posts are personal – some are meant to inspire.

“Right now times are hard and I feel like yunno, if I’m in a position where I can make someone’s day or make them feel better or make them smile or give them some hope, I’m totally down for that.”

Her intentions are well placed within the Twitter-verse, but I continued to inquire as to the source of the crying.

“Well, you see… well, uh, I mean…”

So much for that 140 character limit.
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DAILY DOWNLOAD: Pink - Please Don't Leave Me

What happened to "Get This Party Started" Pink?

NEW KID FAD: Candy Sushi

Apparently this is the new cool treat to serve at kids parties. Click here for more info.

VIDEO: Funhouse Friday's w/ Shontelle, Adam Barta, DJ Woogie

Pandemonium. Enjoy.

EXCLUSIVE: Shontelle w/ Ralphie!

The singer of "T-Shirt" & "Stuck With Each Other" swung by the 97 BHT studios to chat about THE t-shirt, Twitter, Rihanna, and her live performance inside Evolution at The Woodlands!

Part 1: THE t-shirt, Twitter


Part 2: Rihanna, Live Performance

DAILY DOWNLOAD: Adam Barta - QnA

03.26.09 : Adam Barta - QnA
Adam calls in to The Ralphie Radio Show!
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Abercrombie & Fitch, Performing at The Woodlands

TMZ'S LESLIE HARRIS: Gisele and Tom's Wedding Invite

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TMZ's Leslie Harris wasn't invited, but she did manage to land an invitation to the wedding for Model Gisele Bundchen and Patriots QB Tom Brady.

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WINGMAN WEDNESDAY: Strictly Business

Should you call that woman and ask her on a date, even though you obtained her number for business purposes? Well, at least you know that you should ask The Wingman for advice.

(Thirsty Thursday Edition)
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DAILY DOWNLOAD: Flo-Rida f. Ne-Yo - Be On You

03.24.09 : Flo-Rida f. Ne-Yo - Be On You

RALPHIE REWIND: Social Networking or BF/GF?

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Jennifer Aniston allegedly dumped John Mayer because of his Twitter obsession. Would you dump your favorite social networking site for a bf/gf?

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NY MAG'S AMY ODELL: Tiffany's Isn't Recession-Proof

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Amy Odell of NY Mag's "The Cut" blog talks about Tiffany & Co's steep revenue decline - and how the immediate future isn't looking better.

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DAILY DOWNLOAD: Carolina Liar - Show Me What I'm Looking For

03.23.09 : Carolina Liar - Show Me What I'm Looking For (With Exclusive Audio)
Chad & Rickard perform the song in the 97 BHT studios!

FWW'S DEBBIE NIGRO: Cougar Is Demeaning

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First Wives World's Chief Executive Girlfriend Debbie Nigro rebuts Jill Brooke's claims that the term "cougar" is empowering to older women.

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DAILY DOWNLOAD: The Fray - Heartless (Kanye Cover)

03.18.09 : The Fray - Heartless (Kanye Cover)