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Robin Black - Episode8

I guess I should be expecting death threats and such. OK, OK, where do I start? This is a tough contest, with a very real, very special prize... a dream job as a VJ at Canada's original music and entertainment network, MuchMusic. Only one of them can win. And we believed 2 of the final 5 couldn't, or wouldn't.
Let me start with Casey-Jo.

Casey-Jo, in her final words, really moved me, because it's as if she read my mind. I WAS wondering how she went from charming, loveable, talented Casey-Jo to bitter, combative, too-distracted-to-do-a-great-job Casey-Jo. Weren't you wondering that?

She lost track of what she was there for, and lost sight of the prize. She lost it completely. I felt for her, I FEEL for her, but she got worse the last few weeks. Actually, it was since the HAIRCUT. Damn that feels so unfair.

But, let's be honest, whoever wins this thing will, as a VJ, have to face all kinds of stresses, all kinds of challenges, all kinds of heartbreak. And survive. And THRIVE.

If you think we messed up, and you were watching the end, then you know you will get your chance to rectify the situation, and see her again. YOU AT HOME WILL VOTE BACK ONE OF THE SEVEN WE KICKED OFF.

Which brings me to Tim. You all know that I like Tim, the person, as much as you do. He is sweet, polite, thoughtful, A GREAT HUMAN BEING. But, he has been lacking in some of the necessary skills. His interviewing skills are underdeveloped, and his speaking skills, though improved, are still weaker than the final 3.

I pointed out MANY TIMES that his "extreme likeability" may outweigh all of that, but we couldn't be sure. If he is the one voted back on as the "Wild Card", you will all prove to us that, yes, you believe his likeability is more than enough, and you believe he will improve. S'up to you.

But, you know that you can vote back ANY of them. You believe Frank's skills were overshadowed by his stress? VOTE HIM BACK. Rebecca's your girl? SEND HER BACK. There's gonna be a 4th, it's gonna be a final FOUR, you tell us who will join.

Sean, Erik and Nikki. They are the right final 3 so far. They really are.

Sean has come SO far, and is so much more than "the gay guy". In fact, f#@k that s**t. Who gives a crap what the gender of the person is that he may be attracted to, or fall in love with. I CERTAINLY don't. It's f**king 2006, everyone!

Sorry, got a bit worked up. But seriously - that kid is extremely, extremely talented, and his sexual preference has no bearing. If ya think it does, shame on you.

Erik is one of the most driven, hardest working guys out there. And he has done a great job. For those reasons alone, he deserves to be there. And, if anyone wondered why the others keep attacking him, I think it is becoming painfully obvious that they are frightened of him.

Nikki has been good from the start, and looks great on camera. I gave her the "boring/bland" gears because I wanted to push her to "sizzle" more. And now she does.

Well, we are down to the final 3, and you get to vote back a 4th. Think carefully who you vote back. You may be watching them on MUCH when this is all over.

Also, I must apologize for not responding to your blogs last week. I realize that's extremely poor blog etiquette. I promise to do better this week.

Thank you all so much! Really.

Comments

Why did it take you so long to take Frank off the air. Like come on the guy freakin sucked s**t. Anyways i hate u ppl for kikin Tim off. HE was the best freakin one there. >:] he better come back as wildcard <3

Posted by: _Tim__rox_13__ [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 07:58 PM

Oh my gosh! Your the best experts on the panel, the best band in the world, the hottest person on the planet! How do your do it? I think your doing a really good job and I like how you think of the viewers and whats best for them which is really sweet. Test Sean a little more and you know how you said if we wanted you to kick Erik in the nuts please do, you have a black belt in Tai-Kwon-Do kick his ass!

Thanks for being the best, Katrina

Posted by: Katrina [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 08:02 PM

Robin Robin Robin
What can I say? I will not attack you or defame you cause even though I strongly disagree with you right at this moment, I really think your the cat's meow. Now then on to the lashing. You should'nt be afraid to ask for help. If your blind to the situation then ask to borrow some glasses. Simple huh? I really really REALLY don't see what you now all of a sudden see in Eric. I was sure from your criticism in Ep3 that you were onto him and that he wouldnt get away with any more shit. Apparently I was wrong. Does happen from time to time but its a real bitch when it does. If you listened to what Molly had said about Tim's interview you would see why everyone is confused by your decision. You on the panel say that different is what is expected as a Much interviewer and thats exactly what she said that Tim brought to it was a different style. Is this not a contradiction then by booting them off for doing what your telling them to do? Yes you will be TOTALLY shown by the country that you were all wrong about Tim when we vote him back on. No kidding, mark my words. Us Canadians are a very passionate breed. If you need help in judgeing from a viewers perspective, bring me on and I will guarantee a whole new twist to Reality TV.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 08:32 PM

I guess I should be expecting death threats and such

Posted by: DUTCH [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 08:50 PM

ok, i have been extremely dissapointed with the judges throughout this whole show. I just finished watching what tim and casey jo thought about being kicked off. and they said some stuff about the expert panel that is completely true. for example, you judges are always contradicting yourselves. like steve anthony is going on about one thing and robin will cut him off and then disagree. and then when traci said the final words to the bottom 3 she said "tim, you really havent improved as much as your competitors" when robin just said that tim and nikki improved the most. if you guys cant come to a consensus then dont be judges. truth is, you judges are starting to look like a joke, no one takes you guys seriously anymore, and i sure as hell dont. as well as, tim didnt want to flirt with molly because 2 weeks ago traci melchor had a bitch fit at the girls for acting like groupies, and you even said eric couldnt pull that off but how is tim to know if he can or not, i wouldnt take that chance. And do you honestly think erik, nikki, and sean are the best 3 in canada let alone out of all 10 of the finalists. first off, sean is okay he is kind of funny, but he is also annoying. can you see him interviewing a rapper talking about divas and how fabulous he is? they would think they were being punk'd by ashton kutcher. and for nikki, i dont care what anyone says, she is boring and bland and definitly not interesting not to mention she is annoying. and truth is she really isnt different then any other girl muchmusic vj. and as for erik, where do i start. ive had it with you making up excuses about how good he is and choose to ignore the fact that EVERYONE hates him. he is fake, annoying, and is a big actor. he never got along with anyone. so stop bullshitting us, honestly its getting tiresome you guys defending him. and i can not believe that you think people are scared or jealous of him because thats bullshit. tim was the best vj wanabe ever! and you were to stupid to realize it. casey jo wasnt bad either she was definitly better then the current final 3. tim actually wanted that job for the music unlike eric. tim was interesting and i would actually wanna watch him on much. I hope you judges have realized how bad you screwed up. seriously your job is not that hard and truth is none of you deserve it. so unless you guys get your shit together and give the job to someone who wants it and deserves it, i will stop watching muchmusic. take a look at the 3 finalists and think to yourselves is this the best in canada. you guys have messed uo this whole show with your decisions, congratulations.

Posted by: ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 08:58 PM

ok, i have been extremely dissapointed with the judges throughout this whole show. I just finished watching what tim and casey jo thought about being kicked off. and they said some stuff about the expert panel that is completely true. for example, you judges are always contradicting yourselves. like steve anthony is going on about one thing and robin will cut him off and then disagree. and then when traci said the final words to the bottom 3 she said "tim, you really havent improved as much as your competitors" when robin just said that tim and nikki improved the most. if you guys cant come to a consensus then dont be judges. truth is, you judges are starting to look like a joke, no one takes you guys seriously anymore, and i sure as hell dont. as well as, tim didnt want to flirt with molly because 2 weeks ago traci melchor had a bitch fit at the girls for acting like groupies, and you even said eric couldnt pull that off but how is tim to know if he can or not, i wouldnt take that chance. And do you honestly think erik, nikki, and sean are the best 3 in canada let alone out of all 10 of the finalists. first off, sean is okay he is kind of funny, but he is also annoying. can you see him interviewing a rapper talking about divas and how fabulous he is? they would think they were being punk'd by ashton kutcher. and for nikki, i dont care what anyone says, she is boring and bland and definitly not interesting not to mention she is annoying. and truth is she really isnt different then any other girl muchmusic vj. and as for erik, where do i start. ive had it with you making up excuses about how good he is and choose to ignore the fact that EVERYONE hates him. he is fake, annoying, and is a big actor. he never got along with anyone. so stop bullshitting us, honestly its getting tiresome you guys defending him. and i can not believe that you think people are scared or jealous of him because thats bullshit. tim was the best vj wanabe ever! and you were to stupid to realize it. casey jo wasnt bad either she was definitly better then the current final 3. tim actually wanted that job for the music unlike eric. tim was interesting and i would actually wanna watch him on much. I hope you judges have realized how bad you screwed up. seriously your job is not that hard and truth is none of you deserve it. so unless you guys get your shit together and give the job to someone who wants it and deserves it, i will stop watching muchmusic. take a look at the 3 finalists and think to yourselves is this the best in canada. you guys have messed uo this whole show with your decisions, congratulations.

Posted by: ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 08:59 PM

Ryan
I am very sure it hasnt been easy for the judges. If you watch the episodes carefully and read some of their blogs, when one has to go it affects them just as much as it does us. You are correct on the contradicting item and that needs to be addressed by them. It is also true that it is complete horse hockey when they say that everyone is scared of Eric and thats why they all "gang up" on him. All of Canada has seen Eric's antics from the begining and I am sorry but that many people can't be wrong. You know its gotta be sad when one has to show his ass on TV to get noticed and follow that up with being an ass as well. But thankfully WE have the final say in this matter and be assured it will be listened to.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:08 PM

Hmm Robin... I think you speak your mind.. i dont mind that... BUT you realise that all you have done so far has givin negative comments.. and us the viewers.. we want Tim back.. So if you think Tim isnt the right person.. then you must have a problem.. i dont wwant him to win because he plays the drums and stuff i want him to win because he BRINGS the energy and style to much.. he may even be able to give deven a few style tips :O :P anyways so.. all u viewers vote who you think is right.. just because im like OMG TIM.. Doesnt mean you have to be.. i just think hes sikk.. anyways.. Im gunna get going..

- Your biggest much fan EVER -Chris

Posted by: Chris [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:10 PM

I have nothing but the utmost respect for you and the rest of the judges. For the most part, I have more than agreed with your choices and comments. The comment about the other contestants being scared of Erik kind of irked me a bit though. Yeah, they're scared of Erik; frankly I am too. I'm scared that if he was to obtain the position of VJ, that he would destroy what Muchmusic has worked so hard to achieve. I'm scared that he would turn off current and potential viewers with his cocky showmanship and his "holier than thou" attitude. I think its very clear that he doesn't have the music knowledge that many of the others have, and I seriously doubt his integrity and sincerity. As a Muchmusic viewer, would I watch him flaunt himself as a VJ? Likely not (unless it was to laugh at his sorry ass, and then I'd happily change the channel). I hated to see Tim go, if only for the fact that he was the most likeable person on the show, and in the end, above and beyond everything else, I think that THAT is the most important quality for a VJ to have. You seriously made a mistake letting that one get away, and I can only hope that Canada makes the right decision and places him into the Top 4 where he belongs. Sure he doesn't have the proper interviewing skills...those can be worked on. But when you see that the celebrities that he is interviewing can say nothing bad about the guy, and they truly enjoy their interviews with him, that speaks volumes...Just a little rant and some food for thought! Give Erik a fat kick in the ass and smarten him up if you so desire him to be a contender, as it stands, I think his fan base is waning...

Posted by: Smasha [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:21 PM

I don't think Tim's "skills" are underdeveloped at all. Anyone else as genuine a character as he is would be equally as intimidated by the first celebrity they interview or a camera in their face. He came off as the most sincere, mature, honest, and musically INCLINED and INFORMED person in the competition! I seriously do not know how you guys let one pesky little interview with a supermodel define Tim's future when Erik, who's been in the bottom 3 already, had the privledge to stay. & I do mean privledge, cause he doesn't deserve to be there.

I, along with millions of other viewers can guarantee that Tim would be the best VJ as muchmusic if you gave this to him.
I hope he gets voted back on because you guys made a huge mistake.

Posted by: Cynthia [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:24 PM

Robin, no death threats here! In fact I give you a big ol' pat on the back for being as harsh and "in your face" as you are. You are, as they say, brutally honest! The final three are fairly close to what I would have picked, the only difference would have been Tim standing there instead of Erik (nothing personal Erik). I can't wait to see what happens next week in the show and you can bet your booty I'll be voting for Tim to come back to that show! Anyways, keep on keeping it real Robin. Don't hold back!

Deb

Posted by: Debolicious [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:25 PM

Wow, I can't believe that tim went home, thats a huge mistake, he should win, and all the viewers want him to win, notice every single freekin' week the viewers vote Erik to go home, I hope you kick him off, everyone hates him and so do I! Go Tim!

-Sam

Posted by: GatesofDawn [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:39 PM

Hey! First, thank you SO much for being a fun and refreshing judge, who isn't afraid to say what you think...I respect the pressure you guys are under, and it must be hard to align 4 different people's opinions on one person to be the next VJ. I just want to weigh in and beg you not to choose Eric. The guy's a wad, and I promise,I am certainly not scared or intimidated by him. I don't know what demographic y'all are trying to reach, but I am female, 24, from BC, and into most every type of music in some way shape or form, and this guy makes my teeth hurt. He reminds me of "that guy" in high school who used to suck up to the teachers and shove the other kids in the hallways. Yuck! I hope either Tim or Rebecca are voted back in, as I would rather wait 6 months for them to work out the kinks then watch Eric for even 6 seconds. Keep up the great work! You're awesome, and I hope I get to see more of you in some capacity on Much after this is over. Here's hoping the next Much Music VJ is a personable knowledgeable person who LOTS of Canadians can identify with...and, not Eric:) xoxoxo (Maybe it should be YOU!! lol;))

Posted by: TarynM [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:48 PM

Robin! Ok i know in the beginning of your blog u said not to rag on you but FUCK THAT SHIT!! you are the worst judge out there! i think u are trying to immitate Simon Cowel to make the show more interesting! you are so full of shit! i know its not just you that says who gets off but, TIM, I mean COME ON!!! OPEN YOUR FUCKING EYES!! HE WAS ONE OF THE BEST ON THE WHOLE SHOW!!! why wont u just vote erik off already we all know hes a fake and a poser and dosnt really want the job. Your on much music VJ search, u dont go and take business cards WHAT THE FUCK IS WITH THAT!!! and casey-jo! she was like the best other than tim! i know that she has a little bit of an attitude but come on i think you would have one too if you were in the situation!! BUT i do TOTALLY agree with you about Sean! i think he is the best on the show and that he should win. I was totally suprised when he was in the bottom three that one week! but its over now and he rocked the interview with Molly!!!!!!! but yea anyways back to ragging on you. I cant believe that shit u pulled this week when u slammed your head down on the desk and threw your cards! FUCK MAN CONTROL YOURSELF!

Posted by: Carley<3 [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 09:51 PM

hey robin. i know you said erik is really drivin and i know that's true (i guess...) but i just have to say that i don't think it's worth keeping him there if nobody is going to vote for him. it's like wasting a spot. if you've read his blog then you know that pretty much everyone in canada, hates him and you know that about half the people that watch muchmusic are going to cancel their subscribtion if he wins. so yeah. i know it's too late to change anything now, but i just wanted to say that i'm a little disappointed that you voted off tim and kept erik. alright. that's out of the way. also i would like to appologize for being bitter, i was just really rooting for tim. thanks

-andrea <3

Posted by: andrEA...? [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:11 PM

Carley...First of all, Stop taking it out on Robin, there are 3 other judges and Robin didnt make all the decisions himself. An secondly, If you liked Tim and CJ so much, then just vote for them to come back into the competition!

Robin, I think you are the best judge. You speak the truth that the other 3 judges are afraid to. I agree with you that Casey-Jo has gotten worse every week. And I just find Tim really boring and Juvenile (well, Im only 13 but I still thought it was) I'm really proud of Sean for making it this far and I hope he wins this competition!

-Allison

Posted by: AlliSimplePlan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:17 PM

i'm just a little confused? what was the point of having reality show if you don't take any of the aspects of it into consideration. erik is playing the game and he is playing it well, but that only accounts for the compitition. however when he's in the penthouse when he's talking one-on-one to people everyone can see that he's an asshole. you pushing him forward because he does well in the challenges but at the same time you're exposing how much of an asshole he is to the whole country. and maybe i can't speak for everyone but i know that i don't want to watch someone who i know is dick hosting my favorite tv show. yes i know that the viewers have a final say but considering that the majority of those who vote are going to base their votes on the contestants personality shouldn't the expert panel take that into consideration as well? and did you not kick both Larissa and Frank off because of their attitudes and inablility to connect with the people they work with?

the viewer's polls indicate how few few people really want Erik in the show and how many want Tim who you kicked off. yes the VJ is needs to be talented they need to be comfortable in front of the camera they need to be professional they need confidence but they also need the support of the people who are going ot be watching them. Tim was the person that the majority of the country wanted as their VJ and now he's gone.(for now)

i guess i'm just disappoionted with the way things are shaping out. but who knows maybe they'll pick up with the wild card. i can honestly say anyone is better then erik but i'm voting for tim. and if erik wins i will boycott the entire station for disresepcting their viewers. it's been obvious since the show began that no one wants him on there...

Posted by: bood [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:19 PM

okay, I agree with everything you said. Exept for the Erik thing. He's annoying to watch, and I don't blame the others for hating on him. They're not scared. He's just some cocky and fake guy! No one seems to really like him. I won't be watching Much Music very much anymore if he wins, but thats just me!

-miranda

ps. Robin, I think your very honest, and I like you; and your band :]]

Posted by: xxmirandaxx [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:24 PM

ok hey robin!!!
i dont even know where to start!!! what the hell is going on !!! how can you not see that erik is a fake !!! he's an asshole.. and i just hate him and i made this promise to my-self ... if he wins im going to never watch mtv again!!! i was stunned by the way you kicked tim off!!! this might sound cheesy but hey what ever i dont care!!! i frickined cried when you guys sent him off!!! i just dont get it ... he never lied and he never started shit ... nobody likes erik.... infact... most of canada hates him(i dont really know this... but im pretty sure tho) !!! like why the hell would you put tim in the bottem 3 ... errr that just pisses me the hell off.. this week sucked major!!!! like i have nuthin against you at all or any of the other judges ... but you guys messed up big time !!! and you know and every one else knows it!!! i just cant believe it!!! like im a die heart much music fan... i watch it every day and i just dont know if i can handle watchin erik win or being on it ... in my opion i think he effin SUCK!!1
but ya
thats just stunneds me to the extreim!!!
but any ways umm my question is ... do you feel bad about your choice on who you picked to get set off the air ?? be honest plz!!!!
well Robin,
lots of luv
and hugs and kisses !!!
~kari~
p.s. its pretty sad when my mom thinks the same !!!

Posted by: simpleplankk [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:28 PM

Robin
Knew I would forget something. Are you able to share with us how it works for selecting who goes off. Is it all of you or a majority vote or how?

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:34 PM

Hey Robin
I don't envy the job you have to do each week (breaking someones heart) but I do believe I could break Erik's for ya if need be. The guy stinks, I have a hard enough time watching some of the existing Much vj's now but I can stomach them, I cannot stomach Erik. He needs to be put in his place ! Please pass this on to Steve, Traci and Kardi because Erik needs to go away and fast. Judging by the rest of the blogs i've read over the past few weeks I'm not the only one who feels this way. I think Nikki or Sean can do the job, as for the so called loser's bringing back Rebecca or Casey-Jo wouldn't be a bad thing either. I hope you respond Robin cause I would like to hear your comments.

P.S. SEND ERIK HOME !!!!!!!!

Posted by: Jonesy [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 21, 2006 10:58 PM

Robin, I think you're fucking sweet. But I swear, if I flip to Much Music and see Erik, then I think I'll puke. And I completely agree with you about Sean and his sexuality not mattering. But unfortunately more than half this country doesn't stand for homosexuality and I'd place money on the fact that a good chunk of those people watch Much Music. But on the other hand I think that Much Music is the perfect network to set an example for all those homophobs out there. SO yeah, I'd say the choices for the final three are good. But...oh yeah, I forgot about Erik. *puke*

Posted by: Webby [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 12:24 AM

Psh, you’re not going to get any death threats from me, I still think you’re an incredibly talented musician/singer, and that will never change, and I still think you have the most knowledge on this ‘Expert Panel.’

First off, last night while waiting for the VJ Search to come on, what to my wandering eyes appeared? Why The Academy Is… on The New Music. It’s nice to see that there’s still one show attempting to at least open the eyes to the viewers of MuchMusic on the different kinds of music out there today.

Also, was I the only one who found out that MTV is coming up here to Canada yesterday? Is it going to have the same programming as MTV in the US? And what channel is it going to be on?

Onto the show now. Casey-Jo said that her self esteem was getting worse and worse? What the fuck? Psh, I have low self esteem, diagnosed by a doctor, and she still has higher self esteem then me when she has ‘low self esteem.’

I loved how Sean said that Aaron and Nick Carter don’t count, well hardly count, as celebrities.

I know that Amanda gave them some advice, but why don’t you have them meet up with George? He’s one of the most well known VJ’s Much has ever had.

Was I the only one who noticed that Sean was the only one who was honest, and spoke up, when Amanda asked them if they were interested in meeting Molly Sims. Even big mouthed Erik didn’t say anything, of course after that we couldn’t get him to shut up about his interview and how hot Molly Sims was.

Erik’s hand gestures are getting annoying, he over does it x 493247324783247182712.
His whole thing on ‘the incorporating of light and dark colours’ was total bullshit; thank God Kardinal called him on that. When he was asking her what her ideal guy was like, that was so sleezy, and just…. Eww. When he also said that he wouldn’t care if she was ‘the ugliest person in the world…’ that was total bull shit, call him on that dam it!

When Casey-Jo was interrupting Molly Sims left, right, and center that was /so/ rude, didn’t her mother ever teach her any manners? You are right though, that awful haircut that she got was the beginning of her downfall.

Both Erik and Casey-Jo crammed /way/ too much into their interviews, slow it down, go with the flow, and it will be /so/ much better.

I have a question/something to think about. Why did Molly slam Tim on not asking her anything about music, when Nikki didn’t either?

I liked Sean’s idea to buy her a sundae, it was nice gesture. Also his questions on the Cover Girl sleep overs, and the green M & M commercial were neat/different questions, why didn’t you compliment him on that?

Nikki was lucky that she got the fashion/clothing clothing shop, because it really put her in her element, and I think it helped make her more relaxed, and less nervous about the cameras and everything. Her idea to wear the Cover Girl finger nail polish was a really smart idea just like Traci said. This interview was Nikki’s best by far.

It really pisses me off how Erik really thinks that Molly liked him. Get the fuck over it, it was a gesture! Nothing more, nothing less, plain and simple. She does not heart him.

One thing about Tim, he appreciated this /so/ much, a fuck of a lot more then Erik. Sean is right when he says Erik is using this as a stepping stool, how can you not see that?

I am happy, glad that Nikki is going to stay out there and continue to pursue her dreams, she should. No one should just give up on there dreams because they get turned down once, or even ten times, keep on going if it’s what you really want.

You were right on your assessment on Casey-Jo on the show, which was her to a tea.

How could you think that Erik did a good job on the whole art gallery thing? He was TERRIBLE. Why didn’t you back Kardinal up when he said that Erik is generic? I thought you were going to call things like they were, and with Erik you haven’t been doing as good a job as you have with the others.

Your little mellow-dramatic tossing of the cards was a nice touch by the way, as was your comment to get rid of ‘Anthony’ as you call him, but whom most of us refer to as Steve. I also liked how you said that Tim could get away with the comment on the leather, and could have responded to that, unlike Erik because it really did look like he wanted to have sex with Molly.

I did dislike how Casey-Jo said that she wanted to get rid of you, just like how back in Edmonton she asked Kardinal if he really liked you. Psh, someone is jealous of someone else’s wardrobe, remember the hat incident?

You’ve said a couple of times that you think the other potential VJ’s get upset/mad/angry/argue with Erik because he hustles, and he’s their competitor. No, they get upset etc/ because you always defend him, except for the first episode, that’s been pretty much the only time when you haven’t defended the guy.

I am glad though that you guys did get rid of Casey-Jo, it was her time to go. I am not however, happy that Tim left. No, like I have said numerous times before, I do not think he is cute. I do think that he is a nice, honest, reliable, shy, down to earth etc. guy, just generally a good/decent guy who knows MUSIC. He should not have left before Erik. No, I don’t want him to win, but I do want some other person from another channel, MTV perhaps? To see him and realize he has talent, and potential in this business, unlike Erik.

Tim was also right when he said that there aren’t enough nice people in the world. He was so right. There really aren’t enough nice people in the world, and it would be nice to see another genuinely nice VJ up there with the other genuinely nice VJ’s.

I’ll be honest with you that fear that was planted in the back of my head last week, is starting to grow. I really am thinking that Erik is only being kept because he’s keeping the ratings up, tension in the penthouse, and just generally makes for good ‘Reality’ TV.

Tim will be getting my vote to come back, along with a lot of other people that I know.

I really was thinking too how did Casey-Jo turn into this person that she is now, but I already sort-of said that above. And it is unfair about the hair cut. I think you guys should have allowed for her to get her hair fixed, or SOMETHING. If my hair had been destroyed like that, like I’ve said before, I would be terribly upset. And to anyone that says, “It’s just hair.” Bullshit, it’s not. Hair is a way in which you can express yourself, make yourself stand out, make yourself fit in etc.

All of Tim’s skills that are underdeveloped could be, and probably would have, improved if given just a little bit more time.

Thank you for acknowledging all of the improvement Sean has done, while still remaining Sean. Why can’t you say it to him? You only seem to give him a dash of a compliment, and then pour on what he’s doing wrong, while you do the complete opposite to Erik.

Thank you for finally addressing the way people, on the boards and blogs, and Erik, have been treating Sean’s sexuality. It is fucking 2006, and people NEED to stop with all the hating. I don’t get why you didn’t get ‘worked up’ on air when Erik was being a fucking bloke to Sean on this exact same issue. And really, thank you so much for addressing this.

It is poor blog etiquette, but there’s no need to apologize, we all get busy with other things, forget, get side tracked etc.

Canadians Rule awesome response as usual.

Ryan, just like Robin said a couple of episodes back to Sean, they are going to contradict each other. Don’t you and your friends like some different types of music? Everyone has different tastes. Each judge is representing a portion of the MuchMusic viewer population. I do take Robin seriously, as well as the other judges, but especially Robin, he’s so passionate about this, and that shows that he cares, and that is uber important. I also think that you’re forgetting that there are other MuchMusic VJ’s. Just look at who interviews who right now, it’s all planned out, trust me. Also, put yourself in their shoes, your oh-so judgmental, but could YOU be any better then THEM? You would get shit from people too; we all have different opinions, and tastes like I said before.

Chris, Devon’s ‘style’ is just that. HIS. No one should tamper with someone else’s style. You wouldn’t want me to come and put you up in black jeans that are tight, and a black tee shirt that says ‘I like a guy in eyeliner’ in hot pink, with a pair of black Chuck Taylors and three belts, and put on heavy eyeliner, and black eye shadow. Well you might, I’m not sure on that, but if you do like that sort of look, but then change it to something that you would hate. Not cool.

Carley<3 you just threw out the meaning behind the exclamation mark thank you oh-so much. I’m going to refer you to the comment I have for Ryan. And Robin is hardly Simon Cowell, the farthest thing from that guy, in my opinion. Also, he’s I think that, that’s great when he tosses his cards etc. it shows EMOTION and that he actually CARES dam it.

Okay, what the fuck? Is it only in Calgary that you get MuchMusic without having to pay for that one channel? If so that’s fucked up.

Let me edit that, both Carley<3 and Kari over used the exclamation mark to the point where it has lost all meaning. Jeez.

Also Kari in his blog he already explained how he felt. Jeez, do people no longer read?

Anyways, Canadians Rule, so much for me writing a short response. It’s almost four pages on Word. And I am sorreh about that, but I am some one who goes into detail, and rambles, in case you didn’t notice, so yeah.

Also, I am sorreh that it took me so long to respond, Type Key wouldn’t let me log in before, I kept getting that Server cannot be found shit. And then someone tossed out my notes, so I hate to retake them all over again, but I’m responding now.

Keep on rocking it out everyone in the free world.

Posted by: DeadForLife [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 12:29 AM

Expert Panel, huh? I dont understand why you guys keep kicking off the people who have the most fans in this competition. Viewers should have been able to vote from the first episode. We're the one's watching muchmusic everyday, so i think we should at least be able to choose 1 vj.

Posted by: SoccerGirl7 [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 12:41 AM

Ellie as usual and as Lonestar says "You amaze me" You have no need whatsoever to have low self esteem. Insightfullness such as yours just doesnt fit into that. I am going to repeat what I have said before "Robin put DeadForLife and myself on as judges"!!!!!!!!! But the most hilarious thing in all of this is that the panel complained about lack of music questions in the interviews but yet there has been a lack of music knowledge testing in any of the challenges. Contradiction is running rampant. Now it may just be me but I see an alliance forming between Eric and Nikki which could prove disastrous for Sean but we still have the Wild Card (Tim in case everyone needed reminding) witch should put a kink into it. Oh yeah Ellie, you might not think Tim is cute but he is easy on my eyes not to mention his personality puts the icing on the cake. Why are all the cute ones straight and far away grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 12:49 AM

k whats with everyone bashing Erik?
obviously the judges see something in him.. and i see it aswell. He has excellent interview skills and yes, Tim was cute and lovable but his skills were just not up to par. Has anyone noticed that he says "you know" in every sentance.. im sure you have. So don't kid yourselves; the judges arent basing this competition on who's the most loveable person, they're basing it on who has the most skill. I think Erik deserves it; so all you bitches fuck off.
By the way Robin; i think you're doing an excellent job as a judge. Keep up the good work! and although i'm sure you dont care what a bunch of teenagers think about you, don't listen to any of the haters =D

Posted by: Jessica [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 12:59 AM

Another interesting thing I would like to point out is if you look at Eric's blog there is a long list and only 3 supporters. Then look at Tim's and it is already a mile long with only 1 negative comment. I think that kinda spells it all out right there. Gotta love Canadians for their passion and intelligence.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 01:05 AM

OH OH OH Jessica you do not want to go there. This is a competition to have a person represent the country's music. If I thought for a moment that MuchMusic wanted a car salesman to fit that bill then I would have saved them the trouble and phone Ford Canada to send someone over. I am sorry if it upsets you that the people of this country sees your little boy toy for what he really is. And just to make your day a little better, Tim's comming back so if you see a sale on kleenex, stock up now.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 01:13 AM

Sorry Robin, you're a cool guy and all, but I think you just made a LOT of people extremely angry at you. You judges made a huge mistake voting off Tim and mark our words, he'll be back like Arnold Schwarzenegar.

Posted by: Monica [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 01:35 AM

Alrighty.

Here are my thoughts on the last show.

-I agreed with the judges choices on who had to go.

I really liked Tim.
Like the crazed reality show viewer that I am I moaned out load while watching his interview with Molly. I said: "Shes leading the interview!" I said :"Tim don't forget to breathe!" I knew Tim had the possibility to get cut after that interview. All the good things that have ever been said about Tim are true. When it comes to performance he didn't cut it.

I liked Casey-Jo at but I wanted her to go. The negativity was rampant and she kinda lost herself. I agree with you Deadforlife they shoulda let her fix her hair. I used to be a hairstylist and I can honestly say I've never made a client cry in my chair. I always did a thorough consultation and tried to be true to what they envisioned for themself. My hair currently looks a lot like Casey-Jos pre-Jie hair and I'd be a mess if it was cut into that thing she got.

I can tell you right now that I don't want Erik to become the next much music VJ. I do admire his drive. I don't like him taking credit for other peoples ideas as previously mentioned. He would kinda be a cookie cutter VJ kind like that Sugar Ray guy. Hes good looking he schmoozes and seems comfortable in the interviews. I want someone a little more like someone I can envision as a friend. Someone more accessable.....Someone like Sean. He has humility he is true to himself. I like Sean.

I also like Nikki. I'm glad they are in the top 3.

For the Wildcard....I don't know. It'd be cool if the Wildcard encompassed the top 20 because I'd choose Luke to come back. Remember Luke? The red-haired funny well-rounded prairie farmer? Me likes Luke.

I think you're a great judge Robin. I tried to go see you in concert one time probably in 2002. You and the Intergalactic Rock Stars got stuck in Winnipeg so you could not make it to the Rev in Edmonton. I will definitely try to make it next time you're out.

Posted by: Still_Jaded [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 01:57 AM

First off let me say that I think you're a really good Expert, Robin. You lay it out in the open and you have some really good advice.

I was disappointed with the last illimination though, on a number of counts...first of all, unless it was planned to get rid of two of them on the 8th episode no matter what, I don't think either Casey-Jo or Tim should have been voted out, nevermind both of them.

I really liked Casey Jo at the beginning, and I think that the personality she showed there was what she would have brought to the show. I feel really bad for her because of the whole hair thing....the entire point of that makeover was to get their own styles accented proffesionally. That 'Jie' guy didn't want to take what they said into account at all, and he didn't let Casey bring her own style out. It went downhill for her after that and I feel bad for her.

Tim, though, was my favourite hopeful on the show. On top of having tons of potential talent, he was such a nice person and it's nice to see that on TV. He was one of the ones that was actually learning and progressing throughout the show, which is really what it's all about. I don't think it's fair at all to scold him for not flirting with Molly after Nikki and the other girls got yelled at for acting like groupies. Tim was being proffessional.

And then there's the whole matter of Eric. I honestly don't know what you see in him. To me and everyone else I know who watches he seems like such a fake, and Canada doesn't want him to be the next VJ. Unless something miraculas happens there's no way he'll be voted the winner at the end, so why not give the others, who people actually liked, a chance. Being a viewer and not seeing everything that goes on, it could be just biased footage, but judging by what the other hopefuls keep saying, that's unlikely.

Anyway, it must be hard to be an Expert and be held responsible for everyone you vote off. I still love you as an Expert. ;)

Posted by: Nemesis [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 02:35 AM

Hey I hate u guys for voting Tim off! I think Erik should have gone instead of Tim. Erik has been a winey bitch asshole since Nathalie left maybe even be4 that. Anyways how d u vote them back in??? I am voting Tim BACK IN. And if u vote him off again i will come after you and kill you haha jokinmg but plz plz dont vote Tim off if he comes back on the air. How do u vote tell me tell me!!

Posted by: brittany [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 07:14 AM

I don't understand a lot of the comments that fans have posted.

Tim was by far my favorite. It was clear that he was very sweet, honest and genuine and he IS the person I will vote back on to the show. That said, I understand why he unfortunately had to go. I think it was Steve Anthony who said that in six months, yeah, Tim would "have it" but for the purpose of this show, the winner has to be someone that already has so much FULFILLED potential that it won't be necessary to train them from scratch. As much as Erik irritates me (and believe me, HE DOES!), I understand that at this point, he's the one who has his shit most together and will require the least training and coaching if he's hired as a VJ.

A lot of the comments on this board are weird. If you were an employer and you needed someone to fill a vacancy, would you want a guy who'll be able to do the job six months down the line OR do you want the person who can start tomorrow and require little training?

Be realistic: you'd pick the guy who can start tomorrow.

Now, imagine you're an employer and you asked your employees (aka US, the audience!) who they would most like to work with, and they unanimously chose the guy who would be good six months down the line. That's justice, my dears!

We all like Tim. The judges like Tim. Molly Sims LOVED Tim ;) And we're going to have the opportunity to vote him back on. So stop ragging on Robin and the judges for doing what was HARD TO DO but necessary and just vote Tim back on! The judges can't make their decisions based upon likeability. If being likeable was the only criteria, Tim would have won this thing hands down. The judges could have sent everyone else home right away. But that's not the case. This isn't a jokey competition: they are looking for the next Much Music VJ, for pete's sake!

As for Erik being "fake," I'm sorry. The guy irritates me for a LOT of reasons, but his alleged "fake-iness" isn't one of them. Erik irritates me primarily because he's a capable, driven, hard-working person who does NOT have the likeability factor that Nikki and Tim had/have. That makes him an easy target for everyone to crap on. The truth is that the guy deserves to be in the final three, NOT because he's likeable (he isn't) but because when you work your ass off in life, you deserve to be rewarded for it. That is NOT to say the others haven't worked their asses off, but Erik has far more working against him than any of the others do. He was everyone's easy target. The othes are terrified of him and exaggerate what he's like (and apparently, the people who post here buy that line of crap -- hook, line and sinker). So his hard work makes him stand out far more than anyone else's.

The reason I would LOVE for Tim to be the next VJ (and why I'm voting him back on, with the HOPES of him stepping it up and impressing the hell out of everyone) is because he would bring something to MuchMusic that we don't see right now: a very personable, likeable, friendly, kind, genuine personality. I think that once he got his interviewing skills down, he would be a KICK ASS addition to the MuchMusic family.

Oh, and one final note: Robin is trying to be the Simon Cowell of this show? Give me a break! It's not Robin's fault that he calls it like he sees it. One of the reasons why I like this show so much is BECAUSE the judges -- Kardinall, Tracey, Steve AND Robin -- don't let these contestants get away with anything! Tracey called the girls out when they made that stupid "We so dumb!" clip in Edmonton. Robin called CJ out for the idiotic "douchebag" comments she made (which was soooo unprofessional and childish that I'm amazed she wasn't booted for it). Kardinall called Frank out on his attitude and HIS own phoniness. Nobody is trying to be Simon Cowell OR Paula Abdul or anybody else. They're looking for a VJ, dammit -- but sometimes I think ONLY when they join the "I hate Erik" bandwagon will the judges get the respect they deserve. Do you REALLY think the judges don't know what a slick operator Erik is? Come on! They know damned well what Erik is about but they also know THAT HE IS DOING A GOOD JOB. It sucks, but that's the real world.

VOTE FOR TIM! VOTE FOR TIM! VOTE FOR TIM! Let's get him back on the air!!! :)

Posted by: CynthiaGorack [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 08:29 AM

CynthiaGorack
Being a fellow Tim supporter I would like to clarify a few things in your response. Overall it was insightful, at times provocative, and overall good. However, the part about the employer and comparing us to a US audience was wrong. A. I would hire based on a few more things such as willingness and ability to learn, able to be a team player, and honesty. Next point. Can you tell me why Eric doesnt have the "likeabilty" factor? If you have paid attention to the series so far like the rest of the country has you would have your answer. See, Eric has made his bed and now the counrty is going to make him lie in it. To invalidate other's posts in here because "they buy that line of crap -hook, line and sinker" just proves my point earlier that you need to re-watch the series a few more times and pay attention. And finally the judges. You said "I think ONLY when they join the "I hate Erik" bandwagon will the judges get the respect they deserve" If you have read all of the responses in here you wouldnt have made that statement. But you hit it bang on when you said Vote for Tim.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:07 AM

Robin,

I am not going to bash you or the judges. However I am truly disappointed that Tim got the boot. Tim may have some looks, but IMO he has huge potential and star quality. In my mind he is very similar to Devon. I look beyond someone's looks and found Tim to be the most true person in the competition.

I am confused as to how this wildcard voting thing works. I couldn't watch the whole show last night as I knew in advance Tim had got the boot. I'll check in here and tune in next week to find out how I and my friends can get involved in getting Tim back for wildcard.

Robin, my friends went your show at the Horsehoe on the 17th. They sent me videos and pictures and you guys were great. "Starboy" should have picked my friend for the ******. Anyhow I am hoping to catch a live show of yours this summer when I come to TO. Also, I know you and STarboy collaborated with Kalan P., I wonder if you can tell what kind of song you developed and if you know if it has been picked for his upcoming album. (I know I have diverse tastes)

I'll see Kardi at juno fan fare as I scored tickets for that yesterday.

Posted by: buttle [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:26 AM

Donnie D here. I almost fell asleep during the interviews with Molly Sims - although she was a class act. I do think Eric did a good job. I wanted to loan Molly some tape as Casey Jo wouldn't shut up (how unfortunate as she probably has the best potential as an interviewer of those cast in the bottom 3. The eager beaver was lost and I also agree never more so since her haircut. She's not herself -she is what she thinks this contests wants her to be.) Tim was never sexier, way more than Eric, but that's not what this contest is about. I knew those 3 would be in the bottom 3 and when it was said two would go home I knew it would be Casey Jo and Tim BUT I DIDN'T WANT IT TO BE THAT WAY.. Before the surpise ending, I actually thought, what reason have I to come back to watch the rest of the season? To watch a fag (I can say that - I am one!) a jock and a princess duke it out! Lord, I've been watching that all my life and it bores me to tears!!! (Sorry, I digressed - I shouldn't be talking about my family-it's not about me!) Ok, Tim - I couldn't believe he said one of the reasons he should be on is 'cause he is nice. I wanted him to just talk about himself - his talents, his strengths, 'cause he has them. I so want his butt back there next week - but honestly, I also want to vote for Frank, even though I so wanted him off the air. After his exit, I watched his audition tape - god, he has talent. What a fool to let his arrogance and ego get in the way. Casey Jo also did an awesome audition tape. And Eric's was superb. Even so, I don't watch Much Music for a vj. I'm more interested in who they are interviewing. I am older but I prefer the golden years of Much with Steve, Erica, JD Roberts etc. Many of the current crop are bland. So who of the top 3 + whoever could make a difference? To be honest, I think many of those who have been voted off. ie, Nathalie. So, she didn't want to be in front of camera...there are so many that are on air these days who would only wish to have her attitude, honesty and moxy. She certainly wanted to enough to audition, to survive to top 10. Canada rethink who you vote for. You might end up being stuck with them for a long time to come!

Posted by: donnie d [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:45 AM

Well it sux major that Casey-Jo got the boot... but my boy Sean is in the final 3! I'm convinced that he has what it takes to become the next VJ and will totally kick ass. Yeah well to be honest Erik is truely starting to get on MA NERVES. It's true that he's good at getting people's attention and does complete all the challenges(selling the t-shirts)rather well but I find his interviews crap! I mean common, stiff valley down there. He looks like a poll! anyways, lets not get carried away now...

I just wanted to add that Robin Black and the I.R.S totally rock and

ROBIN GET IN MY PANTS

Posted by: Echoec [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:49 AM

Hey Robin!
I gotta say I think you guys made the right choice kicking Casey-Jo off. She was getting worse week by week. Tim on the other hand,well there were others who should have gone before him. I know where you guys wre coming from though. Tim did have potential but he seemed kind of shy and nervous in his interview. His interview was not the best but it definately wasn't the worst either. Sean and Nikki did really well this week. Both of their interviews looked very natural.They made it seem like they were just having a normal conversation rather than conduting an interview. That being said, the channel is called much MUSIC. Nikki really should have asked a question about music even if it was "What's your favourite band?" or "Do you play an instrument?" And I hate to say it but Erik also did well this week. The idea of drawing was pretty creative. Overall, I think that Sean dfinately had the best interveiw. By the way, I loved the Ramones shirt! They kick some major ass!
Well intil next week,
-Carly

Posted by: Carly [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 10:29 AM

SHIT!that's supposed to be WERE and UNTIL

Posted by: Carly [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 10:31 AM

Robin
You said to Nikki in the elimination part that this is a music show and that she didnt even ask a music question. After reviewing the show again the simple fact is NO ONE did but yet Molly said that Eric did. We did not see it. Who ever is editing this show for you is either overpayed or I want some of what he/she is smoking. In fairness for the country to make an informed decision as to who we want as a VJ, wouldn't it be prudent if we are presented with all the facts and not just a few. Food for thought.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 11:22 AM

Robin Black your the best thing that Much has done in along while.....first off your f***king amazing. I am sooooooo glad that Frank the arrogant loser is off and while I do like Casy Jo she is a major bitch and Eric may play the part but he is slimy and sneaky. Tim is way too sweet and reserved and in this job you have to somewhat be a cutthroat.. Sean the most fun to watch would be friggin awesome as a VJ ...he definately is pure pleasure to watch..... Go Sean you have my vote I am now offically apart of the Sean FanClub.....

Posted by: StarsRus [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 12:16 PM

Robin I think you're doing an amazing job. You're giving exactly the right criticism that the vj hopefuls need to step up their game. I mean look at Nikki, at the beginning you used the whole thing about her being boring and bland and she's really stepped up from that and shown that more entusiastic side to her.

The only thing I really have to disagree with you on is Erik. He has done a good job so far and has proved to have certain vj qualities but if you've been keeping track of the polls before someone gets voted off or even the message boards, Erik is the one who always pops up a being the unfavoured one. Why keep someone in there who the majority of Canada doesn't like when you could rather have someone who people actually enjoy watching, such as Tim or Casey Jo. I know everyone is always talking shit about Erik, but let's face it, no one really likes the guy.

But still, you're doing a really good job judging the vj's. You might come off as the jackass to some people, but this is a once in a lifetime opportunity for these vj hopefuls that they probably won't ever get again and without the strong critisism that you're giving to them theres no other way that they can improve on what each of the judges think they're doing wrong.

Posted by: xxchellzxx [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 01:10 PM

Okay Robin Black I love you [not in THAT way ahaha] , but you guys made a BIG mistake kicking Tim off . I mean , okay yes Tim did not do a very great job on that interview , and when he got kicked off I was devestated but figured at least we'd get rid of Eric too . But nope , didn't happen . I realize Eric may have SOME talent to do this job , but what good is talent if no one is watching the show out of hate for the person ?

Anyways , I think you will see how much everyone loves Tim when he gets voted back on . I'm not going to go to the extreme and say "Oh i'm boycotting Much Music if Eric wins ." because that is kind of stupid I know I could not boycott it , but I'll be forced to do exactly what I do when Leah is on the air , change the channel . Plus I don't really watch Much Music all too much anyways , except for MOD [at times] , The Punk Show and Much Loud , since Much Music doesn't really play my type of music all too much [I like Jrock *smiles* and alot of bands that don't play on Much ] . If Tim doesn't win , I think I want Sean to win , anyone but Eric *nods* .

Anyways , you are doing a great job Robin [ except for the whole 'getting rid of Tim , yet keeping Eric' thing], keep up the good work !. <33

Posted by: kissxmexdeadly [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 01:23 PM

So. Robin Black, YOU ARE THE GREATEST JUDGE ON THE SHOW! I love you to death! I think you are brutally honest, which I think is the way to go, you believe in Erik, who is the best VJ hopeful on the show, and to add on to all of that, YOU ARE HOTT! Haha. Please do whatever it takes to keep Erik on the show. It may be out of your hands now, but if you have any chance, you yourself know that he is the best and hardest working of them all!
Love you tons!
Corinne

Posted by: crs3192 [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 03:43 PM

robin
i hate to say it, but i blame you for sending home tim. it seems like you get way too much say in the judging. like you will think someone did bad, but the other 3 judges disagree and then sure enough the person you think did bad gets sent home. for example, Larissa got sent home because you thought she was awful with her throws. but the other judges said she was fantastic and she still got sent home (but I let that one slide because i never liked larissa ). and when the finalists left the room at judging time you said " I think this is the end of the road for tim" and kardinall and traci both gasped and said "no way", and sure enough he got sent home. and secondly on the episode with larissa leaving, your final words were "Larissa you havent gotten along with anybody you've worked with", well Eric hasnt gotten along with ANYBODY at all, not once have you adressed that instead you say " i think you guys are afraid of his hustle" you've got to be kidding me. so you say Sean, casey jo, tim, frank, and larissa are all just scared of him. if anything, you as a judge, should be able to
see right through erik like all the finalists and 90% of canada can. but instead you are blinded by his bullshit. I cant even believe you got rid of tim. what were you thinking? what, you give frank 3 chances and tim only 1. tim has only been improving througbout the show and the very little flaws he has can be worked around easily. like he said he would be so willing to work on it if he became vj. where as eric cant change the fact that he is fake. tim wants the job so much more and for the right reasons and i cant believe, as a judge, you couldnt see that.

Posted by: ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 04:11 PM

Hey...

Wanted to read all the blogs written to you so I didn't repeat anything... but they're just too many:) Anyway... I'll get to the point. Love you overall: you are a great judge (not very consistent - but that's human). The best thing about you is that you're real!!!!! It comes across that you do the best you can to be honest... that's what we want in a VJ! That's what I truly see in Tim. After the show's over we need to have someone we can stand. It's almost ridiculous how much this contest matters to me. I love that MuchMusic differs from MTV in so many ways... we can't have it turn into a joke. We've generally been pretty lucky to have amazingly great, sincere, knowledgeable, likeable VJs. Tim reminds me of a couple of them... even George S. said in his interview for the first show that it's important to be honest - who's more respectable than him (really?). Tim will come out of his shell. I realize my vote will be based in what I believe his potential to be... but, I'd rather take that chance than put someone in there who will lower the standards of MuchMusic to that of a pathetic entertainment/tabloid show. The music is what matters at the end of the day... I want someone who knows the industry, who can teach me something new, and who I can trust (most people talk bullshit). Keep up the good work anyways. I'm right - you're wrong:)

Posted by: CarrieAB [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 04:47 PM

I think you really need to read all of these posts and realize in everyone that the people are not only saying but SCREAMING get rid of Erik...do you really think putting someone the public despises into a job in which he has to interact with that very group of people is a smart idea...NO It isn't. Keeping him is a stupid stupid move as was letting Tim go...Bring Tim back Get rid of Erik and be done with that already.

- KiSSeS

Posted by: Kisses [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 04:50 PM

Ok Robin...I liked you but when you kicked Tim off, I hated you TIM IS WHO PEOPLE WANT TO SEE. Hes going to get voted back mark my words he is going to win this damn competition FUCK Erik he needs to go straight home, and he can take Nikki with them...Tim is going to be the VJ

Posted by: embrace-audio [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 04:59 PM

Hey Robin
Come on over and I'll break out the vodka. I think your really gonna need it by the looks of things

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 05:32 PM

Robin Robin Robin...
You are the frickin most awesome judge. I love how you just flat out say what shit needs to be said. BUT I feel like I want to kill you since you took off Tim!!!!!! I CANNOT BELIEVE YOU!~!!!!!! He was the best and NOONE LIKES ERIK. JUST READ THE BLOGS GOSSHHH JUST PLEEEEASE TAKE OFF ERIK!!!! I WANT TO ATTACK HIM!!!!! Just take him and fuckin kill him!! Ok sorry about that. Well anyways, I do think you made a lot of good decisions like taking Frank and Rebecca off the air. What I didn't get was why did you take off Nathalie so fast?? She was awesome and she's just as sweet as Tim. Well we can't change the past so I'm still HOPING that Canada will vote Tim back in. Yeah yeah call me a groupie but F*** it. I stand up for what I think is right and I think it's right for TIM TO WIN!!
Well your a kick ass judge and im srry if i was meaan. I can get a little overworked =P
Well I'll blog later after the next episode!

Ciao

Posted by: kim [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 06:25 PM

Robin you are an amazing judge but you have seemed to have taken a wrong turn. Tim is a wonderful wannabe-VJ and Eric should have left with Casey-Jo instead. Tim is cute, adorable, and very professional. So what if he stumbled? He was nervous! He's talented and he could win this competition just like *snaps* THAT! If anyone should be voted back onto the final four its Tim, hands DOWN! and hes going to win this competition when he gets back on... hands DOWN! And (you have to agree) the loser loft would be a lot more interesting with Eric and Frank in the same room.
Ill blog when he comes back,
Phoenix

Posted by: Phoenix [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 06:49 PM

Hey Robin, well I must say you are by far the most interesting and watchable judge on the show...however, I must disagree with you- Nikki may be a beautiful girl but she is still as bland as ever and Erik? I think he'd be a wonderful "Brandon Walsh" if they ever decide to do a remake of 90210, but he doesn't have the edge or the personality to be a VJ. (And I wanted to gag when I watched his Molly interview- he was giving her f&&k me eyes the whole time)

It's a pretty safe bet that Tim is coming back into the Penthouse. It isn't just because he happens to be extremely good looking (because Erik is good looking too but most viewers seem to hate him) but because he IS just such a sweet, kind guy who was really upfront about his learning disability (which I'm sure a lot of viewers related to and appreciated) and he really gave it his all and came a long way. Tim will make the right VJ...sure, he needs to build up his confidence but we all love him and shouldn't this be about what we, the viewers, want to see?

Posted by: Smudgedlipstick [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 06:52 PM

Robin, you have angered my once peaceful friend Rebecca. She adores you & your dead honest opinions, but she thinks you have messed up.

She wanted me to post this on here for you to see, here are her exact feelings,


"ONE QUESTION ... WHY IS NIKKI STILL ON THE SHOW, HOW THE HECK DID SHE EVEN MAKE IT IN THE TOP TEN? She's just another Leah, and I don't think the Canada can handle one Leah the Canada is not going to be able to handle two Leahs (Lord love a duck if there was two Leahs). Robin Black, answer me this, is Nikki still on air because Steve Anthony wants in her pants? Okay now Erik, he's s0 full of shit his eyes turned brown, honesty. Sean is the only good one in the top 3.

So, Robin you said you would respect the vj more if they made smart comments or something like that when they had you on MOD, Casey Jo did with the little "i want Robin to go home" and now shes off the air ... wwooow, what has this world come too? ... Now, why is Rebecca sitting in the Loser Loft? ... what the heck is that, shes a cool girl ... whatever, and that Zack from like the first show, he should still be around, *shakes head in great GREAT disappointment* I honesty think the judges screwed up far too many times. Oh well, whatever floats ur boat.

cyaaa around."


I shall await a reasonable response to pass on to her.

Much love from jesscene & rebecca

Posted by: jesscene [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 06:56 PM

BTW- how and when do we get to vote someone back in? Or do I have to wait and see? :)

Posted by: Smudgedlipstick [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 06:57 PM

hey robin!!!
today i was thinkin about the show and what happined and all ... but im still disapionted with you and the other judges!!! i just cant see why you guys kicked him off.... he even said he was willing to get better and shit !!! what i cant see is why wont you let him ... why wouldnt you give him another chance.. you guys were never hard on him at all .. its like you guys never even cared he was there... what pisses me off is that you guys paid more attention to the asshole erik and frank to really care about tim!!
i Think you guys made the biggest mistake EVER!!! and it seems to me that most of the other people that commented think the same!!!
but what ever complaining wont get me and the others far!!! so i guess we will see what happins!!
but im pretty sure that tims going to come back !!! if he doesnt then sean will have to win becasue if erik does im going to scream !!!
well thats enough ove me now!!!
ttyl
lots of luv!!!
~kari~
o p.s. one question ... what will happin after the show when you dont blog any more ... some people just love commenting you (mainly me)haha ... will you set up a thing for you bloging or what ???

Posted by: simpleplankk [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 06:59 PM

oop's i mean mainly me and some others lol

Posted by: simpleplankk [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 07:01 PM

OMG, I just realized what it is about Erik that brings out so much hate and what it is about Tim that brings out so much love:

Erik is like the cruel popular boy in highschool who throws pig blood on the weird outcast girl. Whereas, Tim is like the sweet cutie who asks the outcast girl to dance even though his friends don't approve.

So please kick Erik off and when Tim comes back (which he will) please make him our next VJ...for all us outcast hotties...;)

Posted by: Smudgedlipstick [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 07:08 PM

this sucks that tim left hes soo innocent jk hes soo good i swear telll him what he needs to improve i swear he will do it all

p.s get tim to win hes not snobby like erik
and the viewers wont watch the show unless theres a non snobby host and a host who is a retard like erik comom and sean is gay dont get him to win i dont even know why he is still here tim is the best com on please (puppy face ) think about what i said seriously

Posted by: Tim rocks so much [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 07:11 PM

this sucks that tim left hes soo innocent jk hes soo good i swear telll him what he needs to improve i swear he will do it all

p.s get tim to win hes not snobby like erik
and the viewers wont watch the show unless theres a non snobby host and a host who is a retard like erik comom and sean is gay dont get him to win i dont even know why he is still here tim is the best com on please (puppy face ) think about what i said seriously

Posted by: Tim rocks so much [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 07:12 PM

robin black! just wanna say i love watching you on TV, you're a great judge, and regardless of what people say about you you're doing a great job. haha, i laugh every time you throw your cards in the air. anyway, you were right to get rid of tim. what most of canada can't see is that to be a much vj you have to have certain skills, that tim just doesn't seem to have. he's a nice guy and he means well, but he conducts the worst interviews and can't direct them in any purposeful direction. and even if he says he IS confident, he doesn't come across as confident (most evident when he stumbles over words) and that's what matters. a lack of confidence seriously destroys any interview, and its definitely brought tim down.

i gotta say thanks to you and the rest of the judge panel for getting erik this far, because the rest of canada is too naive to see that he has the best attitude for the job, and the popular internet vote is that he should be sent off

keep rocking in the free world

The Great Guru

Posted by: greatguru [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 08:05 PM

I agree with you for alot of these. Except for the Erik one. I just don't like him and I'm not going to say crap here so yes. To my point. Tim will definatly be voted back on! Did you see his blog with all those fans out there? I think his interviewing skills are a bit off but, I think he should have another chance because, us fans will vote him back up. I agree with you for the Sean thing. I totally hate him too, but Erik, i'm going to say this. He's a poser and I hate him so bad. Your a cool judge and I hope Tim gets back on with all the votes he's going to get. <3 Tim. Anyways, I guess that's all for now. Write next time. Bye.

Posted by: i_love_you [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 08:20 PM

ok robin if your listening ( i know you respond to the blogs sometimes) do not listen to greatguru. i dont know what they are talking about because clearly its wrong. well....ive already posted on this page so. ive already said what i need to. but ill say it again ... keep tim and dont vote him off when he gets voted back as the wildcard!

Posted by: ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 08:39 PM

Canadians Rule, awww thanks, your such a doll. I do agree with you though he does seem really nice, and no one can fake that level of niceness/radness.

Jessica, didn’t your mother ever tell you not to call people names? Guess not, luckily for you Canadians Rule got to you first before I did. A bit of advice, don’t go around calling people bitches, we humans don’t usually respond to that well.

Canadians Rule, you did a kick ass job responding to Jessica’s comments.

Brittany, after disfiguring your chat speak I was able to come up with this response: Don’t be so hateful, Robin’s not the only judge, there are three others.

CynthiaGorack I would take a fuck load more then who can start first into account. I would take personality, the ability to work as a team member, the ability to work alone, the quality of the job, his/her attitude, and so much more. You may think like that, but that doesn’t mean that everyone does. Also I have a lot of fucking respect for Robin, Traci, Steve and Kardinal. Who the fuck are you to tell ME if I do or do not respect them. And I have back Robin up on every fucking decision, except for eliminating Tim, so check your flippin’ facts next time before you go around accusing people of not having enough respect for the judges. Also, just because you disagree with something they said/did does not mean that they don’t have respect for that person, it simply means that they have a different opinion then they do.

Carly the drawing thing was unusual, but –scoffs- hardly creative. I’ve seen it done before on one show or another.

kissxmexdeadly, I feel your pain on the lack on the of music that I enjoy being aired on Much. Video flow is usually pretty good too, just thought I’d add that to your list.

Ryan, I would say something about your latest post but I’m too exhausted to at the moment.

Embrace-audio, -shakes head- don’t be so hateful. Robin is not the only judge.

It really is a shame when people use words, but they don’t even know what they mean, tsk.

Kari I know the feeling, I’m wondering what I’m going to do now with all the time I spent reading and responding to your blogs too Robin, they are the highlight of my week.

I agree that the wannabe’s were acting like they were still in school, but really, is it necessary to bring this point up over, and over again? No, I didn’t think so either.

Tim rocks so much don’t be a fucking hater. Like I said in my first response to this week’s blog it’s 2006 for fuck’s sake. STOP WITH THE HATE! The three things I cannot stand in this world, excluding my family for the most part, is racists, sexists, and homophobes. Grow the fuck up.

Wow, I believe that was the post in which I said fuck the most, I have no problem with swearing in case you didn’t notice. I’m aware of the fact that I’m coming off as bitchy, and I’m sorreh about that, but I’m exhausted and have a headache.

P.S. Robin you’re not bad, despite what so many people are saying right now.

Posted by: DeadForLife [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 08:43 PM

OMG Ellie your the best!!!!! I kinda feel like parents at times with some of the responses I read in here. I was doing quite well until I read greatguru's little thought out, underdeveloped blurb and now I feel the need to BRING IT ON and bring the bitch out again. Get yourself an appointment with an optomitrist cause your an ermergency case if I ever saw one. To bash a single person is one thing, a few not too wise but my god WTF are you thinking claiming that Canadians are stupid??????? That goes beyond stupid, thats just out and out insane. If you really dont like this great country of ours to live in then go pack your things and move to the USA with cynthiagorack since the southern hemisphere seems to apeal to the both of you so much. Oh wait, the ass is located (north...no, east...no).
Robin you had better hurry cause I am starting in on that vodka without you :O
Ok back to my better half (thats you Ellie in case you didnt know) to repeat an earlier coment of mine, havent you wondered how the judges come up with the one to go? Is it agreed on by all, a name drawn out of a hat or what? And do you remember anyone asking a music question in any of the interviews? Just a few tidbits to chew on ;)

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:16 PM

Oh yeah for all of us "dumb canadian haters" out there, lets take these comments as fuel for our fire to get Tim back on. Log onto as many computers as you can get access to and vote, get your friends to vote and lets show these Eric fans what Canadians are made of. Truth, integrity, determination, and the most important, BITCHNESS that should never be underestimated.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:19 PM

Hi all!
Wow. Wow. Lotsa blog entries. I always get kinda excited when I check in and see ALL the love (and always a wee bit of hate-that's cool).
I realize SO many of you are pissed at us for getting rid of Tim...(yes CanadiansRule, I'll have some vodka)....but it had to be done.
as sweet as he is, as awesome a guy, he just wasn't doing as good a job as the other 3. Sorry. I really root for him to improve.... If you want him back-VOTE HIM BACK!
If you think someone else deserves it-VOTE THEM BACK! (I've always been kinda partial to Rebecca, myself...)
Alot of you are saying we need to test them more on MUSIC KNOWLEDGE, and I think you're gonna get your wish.
This is just a "Hi" and "Thank You" entry, for now. Thank you all for your ideas and input. You rule.
I am really trying to do my best, and really trying to be tough, but fair. I hope I am doing well. This is as important to me as it is to all of you. Thank you for your help.
BIG LOVE!

Posted by: Robin Black [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:19 PM

Dear Robin,

I'm your number one fan by the way I can name every song of yours off by heart. I think you should play reverse phycology(don't know if i spelt that right, not the best speller nor typer) on them. Keep Erik quite and make them think and if anything gets out of hand you have a black belt and it just may come in handy. I have a question though, is it hard being sexy? You pull it off so well.

Posted by: Katrina [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:22 PM

Dear Robin,

I'm your number one fan by the way I can name every song of yours off by heart. I think you should play reverse phycology(don't know if i spelt that right, not the best speller nor typer) on them. Keep Erik quite and make them think and if anything gets out of hand you have a black belt and it just may come in handy. I have a question though, is it hard being sexy? You pull it off so well.

Katrina

Posted by: Katrina [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:22 PM

Thank you, Katrina.

Posted by: Robin Black [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:23 PM

Dear Robin,

I'm your number one fan by the way I can name every song of yours off by heart. I think you should play reverse phycology(don't know if i spelt that right, not the best speller nor typer) on them. Keep Erik quite and make them think and if anything gets out of hand you have a black belt and it just may come in handy. I have a question though, is it hard being sexy? You pull it off so well.

Katrina

Posted by: Katrina [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:23 PM

Thank you, Katrina.
And to answer your question: sexy is a state of mind. EVERYBODY'S sexy!

Posted by: Robin Black [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:24 PM

Robin
Straight up or mix with coke? :)

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:28 PM

^ HAHAHA!Im sorry that was funny :) Made me laugh hard!Okay's so...I really like Casey-Jo so im voting her back!I mean she's really awesome I've Messaged her a couple of times and she seems like a really cool person.She has a great attitude that seemed to maybe be swayed by ERIK in who i hate.But honestly she is one of the nicest people I've ever talked too.So maybe change your final thoughts of her.She is really cool!And i hope that my message has at least swayed your opinion at least a little!THanks
Peace out
-Nikki

Posted by: Nikki_Like_Woah [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:30 PM

^ HAHAHA!Im sorry that was funny :) Made me laugh hard!Okay's so...I really like Casey-Jo so im voting her back!I mean she's really awesome I've Messaged her a couple of times and she seems like a really cool person.She has a great attitude that seemed to maybe be swayed by ERIK in who i hate.But honestly she is one of the nicest people I've ever talked too.So maybe change your final thoughts of her.She is really cool!And i hope that my message has at least swayed your opinion at least a little!THanks
Peace out
-Nikki

Posted by: Nikki_Like_Woah [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:31 PM

i just finished reading your response blog and i cant believe you think he wasnt doing as good as the final 3. i mean i admit the final 3 may have done better but for sean thats only cause she was a model and clearly it was his time to shine. and for nikki, like you said she got fashion so in my opinion she got lucky. and erik is good at acting we all know that. but i do think eric is good. but he is not much music, he is more Entertainment tonight/star daily kinda host not a vj. and i dont blame tim at all for not flirting with molly sims. he probably felt it would be unproffesional. but as much as i liked casey jo, her time was up, you guys gave her 2 chances to fix her attittude and she kept saying that it wasnt who she truly was but she never came around to fixing that. anyways... bottom line was it should have been eric and not tim.

Posted by: ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:40 PM

I like my vodka in a Ceasar.....Ryan(and so many others),I see your points on Erik,but he has performed well- it's ALL up to you guys,now.... more later....thanks all

Posted by: Robin Black [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:47 PM

hey robin
well at least now i know you listen to us viewers. and i geuss you are right its up to us now. i so hope tim wins. anyways looking forward to the next episode.

Posted by: ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 09:50 PM

Hey gorgeous people and Robin!

I'm not really sure what I think about this weeks show. I have to admit, a lot of them are improving. Casey-Jo and Sean have been disappointing me lately, talking trash all the time and what not. Erik is really starting to rock and not seem 'oh-so-cocky'. I mean think about it this way people, the other contestants are talking SHIT about him when he's right there and he doesn't even say anything or let it phase him. That's really impressive, Casey-Jo and Sean are acting like children. Most people would say immature like high school or juniour high, but no one I knew in Kitchener was really like that, hence why Tim's so sweet. Nikki, is improving a lot, however, she STILL doesn't grab my attention as much as some of the others do. Therefore, I'd either want Tim, Erik or Sean (even though he's being a little bitch) as the new VJ.

LOL, vodka eh? That's some good stuff right there, i prefer whiskey or jin though myself.

Anyways, Robin you're doing a superb job, keep rockin' in the world man. And kick some damn VJ ass man!!! I don't usually watch reality TV but I want to know who's going to be represnting us Canadian's, dude. I for one want them to make Canada look good, and our artists! Hell Yeah! You did make me want some whiskey though.

So yeah, kick some fuckin' ass man! Make us rocker fans of yours proud!!! FUCKING RIGHT! REPRESENT!LOL, I'm sorry I have a naturally 'spunky' and flamboyant attitude. Well, keep lookin' pretty Robin.

CIAO,

Rachel

Posted by: darksnowbunni [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 10:05 PM

Ok people
This is what I see. First, I would really like to say to Robin thank you for the great job your doing under difficult circumstances. Secondly if Robin can take time out of his busy life to interact with us, that says alot also since I dont see any of the other judges giving us the same courtesy. So maybe everyone should think a little on that before you go "hatin" Robin because one of your favorites got kicked off. I live in Regina, I am gay, and I know Sean. With all of that you would expect that I am cheering for him right? Wrong. Tim is my choice but yet I do not go posting crap to Robin and crying the blues about it. I do disagree with his point of view on it but yet I am able to get past that and even invite him over for drinks(one caesar ready to go). You people need to realize also that this is a Reality show and they are famous for pulling stunts like this to get even better ratings. Ever think of that. Especially when they drop this wild card onto OUR laps to "fix" the situation. Enough said for now.

Posted by: Canadians Rule [TypeKey Profile Page] at March 22, 2006 10:12 PM

I don't know why the judges can't stop, for one second, to consider the fact that NO ONE LIKES ERIK. Yeah, he has skills, but will any of that matter when no one wants to watch him stress those skills as a VJ? I want to watch someone that I respect.. someone that I find charming, interesting, funny... and that's Tim. I can do with the fact that his interviewing skills are underdeveloped. I like to watch him improve. I like to see where MuchMusic can take him. But with someone like Erik, he can have the best interviewing skills ever, but it still won't matter to me, because I just don't like the guy.

Okay, I don't mind Nikki. I think she's fabulous. She's got great charisma. I enjoy her fashion trips and whatnot...

As for Shawn. He's boring. I find him repetitive and unnecessary. It's the same old complaints, same old jokes, same old phrases - used excessively. He's just annoying. Granted, he's not an asshole, but he's annoying.

I don't know what you guys are playing at. I don't know why you want someone so disliked to represent MuchMusic. If it's just the skills you're worried about, then I guess Erik's your man. He's got nothing else. He's very by-the-book, very predictable, and