Carr Criticizes New Lineup

Count The New York Times’ David Carr among those who don’t approve of CBS’s revamped The Early Show. As we’ve explained, starting Monday, January 3rd, The Early Show will feature Chris Wragge and Erica Hill, who previously hosted the show on Saturdays. In a column today, Carr blasts the changes, explaining that morning TV viewing is habitual, and bringing on “the farm team” to give The Early Show a boost is a mistake. Never let it be said that Carr is only a whiner: He does offer up a few suggestions to help The Early Show, such as targeting a different audience:

Make a show for people who have not reproduced.

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