First time I saw Shep was after the execution of McVeigh. He was one of the three pool reporters chosen to view the execution. When he approached the mike, he identified himself saying "Sheppard Smith with the Fox News Channel. That's Sheppard, S-h-e-p-p-a-r-d, Smith, S-m-i-t-h." I cracked up. Thought, even this member of the media realizes what idiots we have working as reporters in this country that he had to spell SMITH. Have loved him ever since - especially after Bama beat Ol Miss this year.....He looked like he needed a hug - and believe me, I was more than willing....!