Who will substitute for Rush Limbaugh?

October 10, 2003

[ConservativeMan55]

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Conservative commentator Rush Limbaugh announced during his radio show Friday that he is addicted to painkillers and is checking into a rehab center to "break the hold this highly addictive medication has on me."

"Immediately following this broadcast, I am checking myself into a treatment center for the next 30 days to once and for all break the hold this highly addictive medication has on me," he added.

The show will continue during this time, of course, with an array of guest hosts you have come to know and respect. I am not making any excuses. You know, over the years athletes and celebrities have emerged from treatment centers to great fanfare and praise for conquering great demons.

They are said to be great role models and examples for others. Well, I am no role model. I refuse to let anyone think I am doing something great here, when there are people you never hear about, who face long odds and never resort to such escapes.

Prayers go out to Rush and his family during this time of need.

But a question that lingers in my mind is...who's going to fill in for the great Maha Rushie while he's gone?

Who are some of your favorite guest hosts and who would you prefer fill in? I know there will probably be many different people over the next 30 days but I'd like to see a possible list of names of talk show hosts and celebrities that would jump in to help their friend.

Tony Snow filled in for Rush when he had his hearing surgery. That was excellent to help a friend in times of need.

Nothing against Walter Williams or Michael Hedgecock? But those guys always fill in for Rush.

I'd like to see Rush's brother David fill in for him. Maybe even Rush's wife whom Rush mentions on occasion.

David has proven to be an excellent man.

I'm attempting to think of other Conservative commentators without 9-5 jobs? Its pretty hard to find those Conservative Commentators that don't already have a full time job.

How about Dennis Miller or Al Michaels.
I would LOVE to see Al Michaels fill in for Rush while he's gone.
Ted Nugent?
Ann Coulter already has her own radio show I believe.

Laura Ingrahm already has her own radio show.

Hannity's already got his plate full. Brit Hume has his plate full.

I think the final analysis is that there isn't anybody that can rip into the liberals like Rush can.
Rush did indicate on his show today that his brother David might be on the show.

[dix]

Dennis Miller on a rotating basis with other well informed guests.

[ConservativeMan55]

I haven't gone a month without Rush in 5 years. Although I am only 21...so, LOL!

[GOPrincess]

You know, I like many conservative hosts, but when Mike Gallagher had the KRLA morning slot here, I really didn't care for him. He seemed to me to emote and paint in broad strokes, without the level of detail and analysis of a Rush or (going to the next tier) someone like Hugh Hewitt. I found Gallagher dull. JMHO.

[GOPrincess]

LOL!!

[ConservativeMan55]

I haven't ever heard him on the radio. I've only seen him on TV on Hannity and Colmes. He subbed for Sean tonight.

[ConservativeMan55]

I also would love any of the three Fox and Friends morning hosts to sub for Rush.

Kilmeade, Hill, and Doocy.

[birbear]

I think Tom Sullivan is an excellent choice. A long time friend of Rush (FOR)? and one of the most intelligent and entertaining hosts I've listened to.

I used to live in Sacramento, and really enjoyed Tom's regular show.

My second favorite choice would be Roger Hedgecock from San Diego.

[Tuscaloosa Goldfinch]

Ditto, dittomom! Mark Levin (e?)(sp.)

[birbear]

I miss Bill Handel... does he still do that law program on the weekends? "Handel on the law, where I give you marginal legal advice and tell you that you have absolutely no case."

[FreeKnight]

Hugh Hewitt and Ann Coulter. Hugh has a great show.

[samantha]

Tom Sullivan is great because of his financial expertise,Al Rantel from ABC Affiliate in LA should be alternating with him.

[Conservababe]

I would like for every conservative who is accomplished enough to handle a national three hour program be given a day to do so.

We, who have our favorites in our region, but never get to hear any others, would be delighted.

How about it, EIB, give us a variety. They can do remote and it would be something to look forward to everyday...a new voice while Rush is gone.

[Ben Bolt]

Mr. Sowell for the entire time Mr. Limbaugh is absent . Toss in a few 3-way phone calls .

[Husker24]

I liked Tony Snow, when he was on.

[MinuteGal]

Anybody but Tony Snow or Walter Williams. I dearly love these two guys, but they lack any real spark and their monotone voices drive me to the "off" switch on my radio after the first 45 minutes.

Leni

[gg188]

You know, reading that made me just think of it this way:

Look at the blacks who are honored and revered by white conservatives:

Clarence Thomas
Walter Williams
Thomas Sowell
Condi Rice
Ward Connerly
J. C. Watts
and so forth

Now look at the black people honored by the white left:

Mumia Abu Jamal
Al Sharpton
Nelson Mandella
Kofi Annan
Jesse Jackson
and so forth

Speaks volumes, doesn't it?

[Joe Hadenuf]

Anyone but Tony Snow. If they put him on, I'm gunna start popping pills....

[ConservativeMan55]

I really loved it when Tony Snow filled in!

[lizma]

David Asman

Who's he and where can I find him?

[Joe Hadenuf]

I'd rather see some new blood...Snow puts me to sleep....