Q:
Yesterday's "Oprah" featured "a soccer mom who has obsessive-compulsive disorder." She cleans her home at least five hours a day to keep it immaculate. America's Favorite Soccer Mom doesn't have OCD, I hope. Or do you clean the minivan for five hours a day so it doesn't smell like ass?
Piper Pig in Minneapolis
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Dear Piper Pig in Minneapolis
I saw that episode! I love Dr. Oz! But no OCD over here. No time for it!
Q:
Jeannie...I love your show, one of my best friends from junior high had a mom who was a lot like you!!! Keep up the good work (and your collar).
Kadie in Boise
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Dear Kadie in Boise
My attitude is like my collar: UP!
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Dear Jeannie, My friends and I are high school seniors and we only wish that we could have a mom like you. Tina is such a brat! We don't know why she complains so much! Anyway, we are working on a project in our government class about safe-driving and we think you would be an excellent face for our campaign based on the driving skills that you exhibit in your mini-van everyday! (We would also give you a Dunkin Donuts giftcard for your support :) )
Mary Kate, Jon, Erica - NY
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Dear Mary Kate, Jon, Erica - NY
Well thank you, I am a very safe driver. 10 and 2 all the way! But why would a government class teach safe driving? The education in this country...ugh! But I would love a Dunkin gift card!
Q:
Dear Jeannie: If a movie was made based on your show and you had the last say as to who would play you...who would you cast?
Weston
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Dear Weston
Well me of course!
Q:
Jeanie, i loved that t-shirt you gave to Lonny Ross, where can i get one?
Amanda j.
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Dear Amanda j.
Oh thanks! I used the photo thingie at Costco and got it done there. Maybe I should start a T shirt Biz. Get the Jeannie Tate swag going. I just learned that word, "swag."
Q:
You are my hero :D Me and my two best frineds talk about you all the time (in a good way of course)!
Spencaaa
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Dear Spencaaa
Well that just brightened my day. Thank you!
Q:
Why does your son act like a girl? Is he gay?
Wondering...
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Dear Wondering...
You should label food jars and not people.
Q:
How did you and Russell meet?
Alex P
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Dear Alex P
He is a Dentist and he cleaned my teeth. That's not a dirty thing. He really cleaned my teeth.
Q:
Jeannie!: You have some funky moves on your videos! (Do you Jazzercize?) You really know how to shake it! Would you be on "Dancing with the Stars?" And if so, who would be your dream partner (BESIDES Clooney)?!
Mambo Mom
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Dear Mambo Mom
I haven't hear the word "Jazzercize" in so long. They need to bring that back! But I do occationally take a beginner step class. And yes I would LOVE to be on Dancing With The Stars. I love that show. I would want to dance with the host, Tom Bergeron. I love AFV!
Q:
Dear Jeannie: My kids say, "Mom, why can't you be more like Jeannie?!" I am tempted to put SleepyTime tea in their Sippy Cups! Will you ever grace us with a book full of Mom tips?
Harried Harriet
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Dear Harried Harriet
Well if I do write a book, can I steal that SleepyTime tea tip?! Love it!
Q:
I have a son that is ideally suited for your Tina. He is a little deliquent who's pants are always falling down, but he's too nervous to talk to the Druggy Debby in his class. He asked me to implore for Tina's cell number. I'm hoping that they'll fall in love and both move out of our respective houses.
Mary H.
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Dear Mary H.
Well I can't give you Tina's cell number cause I took her phone priveleges away. But Amen to love that takes you out of the house!
Q:
Jeannie: Are you in the PTA - and if so, what do they think of the shows?!
Meggy P.
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Dear Meggy P.
I am! And everyone in the PTA is very supportive, except when I tried to do an interview during one of the meetings. They didn't like that so much.
Q:
Fewer people are buying portable talk show studios (a.k.a. "minivans"). You need to contact the folks at Chrysler and get them to build an ad campaign around you.
Grant
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Dear Grant
Okay! Do you have a phone number for Chrysler advertising?
Q:
Dear Jeannie, do you think the A-Team would have benefited if you were driving their van? Would you let George "Hannibal" Peppard smoke cigars in your van? I think Tina and Murdoch would make a good couple.
Grant
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Dear Grant
What do ya know, a TV reference I get! I watched the A-Team! And to answer your questions, of course they would have benefited if I had been behind the wheel. Cause I would not have let them get into trouble. And no to the cigars. Yuck. And Tina is underage, so not to the coupling up! Now that you got me thinking on A-Team, I should try and get Mr. T to be a guest!
Q:
You, sir, are a SMILF. Which is a variant of MILF which is a naughty term that I feel awful for even mentioning and which I would never say in polite company though I would think it vigorously and, obviously, post anonymously on the web.
Bertram Slushbrow
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Dear Bertram Slushbrow
That's not a naughty term. A Sassy Most Inteligent Lovely Female. Thank you!
Q:
Dear Jeannie, Tina is at that age where she thinks about nothing but boys. Have you talked to her about contraceptives?
D P
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Dear D P
No way, Jose. That is what the school nurse is for.
Q:
So, did Tina get her grade back on the Hillary Clinton report yet? You should try to get her extra credit from the teacher because you are, afterall, famous.
Brandon
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Dear Brandon
I agree, but you know what? Tine got a B -. Best grade she ever got, but I thought the project was an A +. I am currently disputing it.
Q:
Hi Jeannie Who do you think will be the next president of the USA?
Dave M
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Dear Dave M
Hillary! Hillary! Hillary!
Q:
I know 'blended' families can be trying. Usually the child of the biological parent is mean to the step-parent, just to get back at the biological parent, for marrying the step parent. But in your case, I think Tina really does hate you. I'm sure some day she'll thank you for marrying her Father. Probably late at night when you're sleeping. You are what every American woman should and could be. Tom R
Tom R.
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Dear Tom R.
I'm blushing!
Q:
I'm an italian guy that u was intervisting last month... do u know when i can see the video??
Dear Jeannie
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Dear Dear Jeannie
Hi! Yes the Italy episode should be up in a few weeks. Keep checking the site. Sorry I have been so busy with the kids I have not had a chance to imovie it.
Q:
Jeannie I love you show but whenever I go on your website I see that you have not made any new episodes, when will more episodes be on the way? I can't wait!
Natasha k
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Dear Natasha k
A new episode is in the works. I'm editing, and boy oh boy, does that take time! Harder than filming, that's for sure. I did another "Mom on the street" interview when Russell and I went to Italy last month, so that's the next highly awaited episode.
Q:
Jeannie - I love your videos so much! I hope some big studio decides to film "The Jeannie Tate Story"! My question - who would YOU like to play YOU? (I'm hoping for Clooney as the mini-van salesman!)
Marcy P.
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Dear Marcy P.
I have been bitten by the acting bug, so YES!
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I think youre the cats meow, you remind me of my favorite Aunt Diana! Have a super day!
Shawn
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Dear Shawn
And you remind me of my favorite fan!
Q:
Dear Jeannie, do you believe in juice boxes before dinner?
Skip
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Dear Skip
You know Skip, I try not to, but some days we need to treat ourselves. The boys get their juice box and I get my wine from the box. :)
Q:
what makes your step daughter a junkey?
austin
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Dear austin
What do you think? Bad choices. The end.
Q:
Dear Jeannie - I'm a big fan of your show! I wanted to find out where you do your clothes shopping - you're so fashionable!
Brynn
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Dear Brynn
Why thank you! I do most of my shopping at Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Ross Dress For Less, Fillene's Basement, Target, all on the clearance rack! And if I'm splurging, I'll hit up Kohls.
Q:
Dear Jeannie, You show is wonderful and I like very much but I do not understand all this yelling and carrying on about your daughter? For why do you not send her to a nunnery? She is not good and will be trouble if you do not correct her soon, no?
Hamand Egger
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Dear Hamand Egger
Yes I agree. I want to get on one of those talk shows where they take your troubled teen and put them in boot camp!
Q:
u r da lamest mom evr!!!!! get off Tinas back!!!!!!!!! leave her alon n let her live a lil!!!!!!ur only a teen once!!!!!!!Thats wut i alwayz tell my mom n she leavez me da hell alon!!!!!!!! but i wont lie.........ur sho is dam funny!!!!!!!!!!! :):):):):) sincerly urs, *&*@U*&@*&@*&@*&SaRaH*&*@U*&@*&@*&@*&
*&*@U*&@*&@*&@*&SaRaH B. fRoM nYc*&*@U*&@*&@*
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Dear *&*@U*&@*&@*&@*&SaRaH B. fRoM nYc*&*@U*&@*&@*
This is nonsense. Probably one of Tina's friends. Ugh.
Q:
I just read you are in a book club. What book are you reading right now?
Mary-Beth
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Dear Mary-Beth
Whatever Oprah tells me too. Waiting on word from my guru!
Q:
Hi Jeannie: I know your boys are the "highlights" of your life, but for the ones in your hair, does your stylist at Curl Up and Dye use the cap with the little holes or foil wraps? I am trying to achieve the same look. I model myself after you.
Amy L.
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Dear Amy L.
I like your writing style! Catchy! I'm gonna steal that highlights line. We use the foil wraps, and I always say, "Nanu nanu," when they are in cause I feel like an alien. Mork and Mindy.
Q:
Dearest J- Where did you & Russel go on your honeymoon? Have you & Russell ever thought of sending Tina to a theraptist? Do you allow Tina to babysit your boys? May I suggest sending Tina out into the real world & to get a part time job. Her attitude is horrible I think you two have spoiled her; she needs to see what it's really like out there! Keep up the great interviews; you're truly an inspiration to us mothers...you make it look so easy! Fondly, Carol Anne
carol anne rienhart
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Dear carol anne rienhart
Well Russell and I just went on a second Honeymoon recently to Italy! It went much better than our first, which was to Disney World when Tina was seven. The worst!
Tina does see a therapist at her rehab clinic, but I don't ask. And yes she can babysit the boys, she's good with them, just not with me.
And I would love to get her a job. Are you hiring?!
Q:
Jeannie, I am a working mother with 4 children the oldest 12, and the youngest 2. My husband says I should quit my job to be home with the children. Working makes me fulfilled and we have a nanny, but my husband says I'm being selfish. What do you think?
Cindy H from Utah
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Dear Cindy H from Utah
Oh honey, do what makes you happy. Always! Have you read Eat, Pray, Love? Do it if you haven't. And as far as your husband, tell him to stay home!
Q:
JEANNIE!!! Your a hoot ;) Do you do any stand-up comedy? If so, let me know where! It would be a pleasure to see you! Cant wait for the next episode!! P.S - Your MY HERO!! haha
Fan From Ohio
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Dear Fan From Ohio
I do do stand up! Check out the video on my homepage of me cracking the jokes at an open mic night. I haven't been back on the live stage since then, but only cause it's flu season. I don't do crowds during flu season.
Q:
Dear Jeannie, You seem so busy what with your show, the kids, and of course Tina (eye roll) but how do you have time to make a home cooked meal and satisfy your husband, if you know what I mean ;)?
Megan S
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Dear Megan S
It's simple. I'm a SUPERMOM (said like the way people say Superman). And also white wine helps.
Q:
Jeannie - All this winter weather's given me cabin fever! Is the van winterized? Will we be seeing more episodes even when flakes are falling?
Harried Mom!
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Dear Harried Mom!
Me too. I cannot wait for spring. Yes of course the van is winterized but safety comes first with my show, so I am not sure I would do an interview in a snow storm. Unless it was with Clooney!
Q:
Dear Jeannie! You're getting quite the popularity! You even have at least one fan in Poland (me)! How swell is that, huh? I've been wondering, how do you get your guests to come to your show? Do you pay them lots? Many greetings! Paul from Poland.
Paul from Poland
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Dear Paul from Poland
Poland! Fantastic. Now I can say I am an international celebrity. I do not pay my guests. Well I do get them lunch. Usually Burger King. And my guests find me! Apparently I am big in the online mom market, and my show helps them out.
Q:
Dear Jeanne, What a great show!! Please let me know the next time you are in Philadlephia!! You have to pump your own gas in my state -- I would be willing to meet you at the gas station and fill up your minivan on my corporate card!! What do you think of that?! Ken
Kenneth T.
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Dear Kenneth T.
Oh my! I am blushing. Wait, no, just a hot flash.
Q:
What is your take on tattoos? How many does Tina have? I presume she has at least a tramp stamp.
A new fan in Indiana
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Dear A new fan in Indiana
Hate Tattoos! Disgusting. Imagine when you are 88 and you have a droopy heart hanging down your backside. Dumb.
Q:
ciao jeanine ci ricorda di me? sono a ragazza de siena -toscany Italy ,,,,,,stato un piacere conocerti ,,,,arrivederti !!!!! bacio de girls Brasileiras in Italy
samia dorr
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Dear samia dorr
Wonderful! This if from a girl I met in Sienna this week! Russell and I went for a vacation and I interviewed a bunch of charming Italians. I still have no idea what they are saying, but I love the they they say it! Ciao!
Q:
Do you think that Tina will have a show of her own someday? And if so where would she interview her guests?
David
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Dear David
The Tina Tate show? I'm Laughing O L. Yeah, she'd probably interview her friend Snake from his Mom's basement. Yuck!
Q:
Dear Jeannie, I'm been taken captive by Colombian guerillas. They gave me two minutes of Internet time and I used them to Ask Jeannie - can you come rescue me? P.S. is Tina seeing anyone right now?
hostageboy15
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Dear hostageboy15
Oh dear, I hope I'm not too late. I've been out of the country on vacation with my husband, so I am behind on the comments. He took me to Italy. It was so bella! Anywoo, since I was just out of town, I don't think I can travel again to come rescue you. But let me know if I can write an angry letter to someone. I am good at that.
P.S. Of course someone who got themselves caught up with Columbian Guerillas is interested in my step-daughter! Nice try buddy!
Q:
Can you come to my birthday party and can we drive around in your van? Lauren 30
Lauren
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Dear Lauren
Happy Birthday! And 30 years old. Quite a mile marker. How many kids do you have? Sorry I can't come to your party, I am swamped this month. My show, PTA meetings, Tennis Team, Book Club, etc. But I hope you have a fantastic day!
Q:
So whats the story with the boys? How do they relate to Tina? On that note, does Tina have a boyfriend?
Curious
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Dear Curious
My two sons are the highlights of my life! They are both on the same soccer team, although Max is more into the game than Oliver. Oliver prefers dance. And as far as Tins is concerned, they do get along (God knows how!) And lastly- No Tina does not have a boyfriend. I do not allow tattoos in the house, so that takes away all her suitors.
Q:
Jeannie! What are your thoughts on Martha Stewart?
Elmyra
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Dear Elmyra
Oh I like Martha. I get my 25 minutes of walking done on the treadmill during her show! Actually, Tina wrote a paper on Martha at school about how she was a woman she admired, but it was all about her going to jail.
Q:
Jeannie, when I gave birth to my children 18 years ago, I did not use drugs, I think they should have packed them to go, so that I could have them on hand. What say you?
suzanne martin - Realtor
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Dear suzanne martin - Realtor
People these days talking about Natural Births, Home Births, Water Births. I'm not a Dolphin! Put me in a hospital, with Doctors, and give me the good stuff!
Q:
I've noticed you are using my legit town Ridgewood for your show. How is it working for you?
Andrew P
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Dear Andrew P
I love being from Anyburb, USA! It's the best home in the world!
Q:
Jeannie -Aren't you afraid that Tina is going to write a book about you?... ya know... like "Mommy Dearest" or something?
Danielle Ocknell
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Dear Danielle Ocknell
Tina write a book? No, I am definitely not afraid of that happening!
Q:
Dear Jeannie,What do you think Tina is going to do when she is done with high school? (I'm not implying that she will graduate, cause i know how she is.)
Thomas C
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Dear Thomas C
When she is done with High School (in 2000 never) she will be moving OUT!
Q:
Dear Jeannie,I hope you can help me. I went on a road trip with my three sons and one of the little bastards got French Fry grease all over my fabric seats. I can't get the stain out. What should I do?
John T.
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Dear John T.
Rather than trying to get the stain out, it might be easier to get french fry grease over the rest of your seats so they look uniform. Cause, if they are like my sons, more french fry grease is in your future!
Q:
Dear Jeannie:Who would be your dream guest?
Darla W.
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Dear Darla W.
Great question! So many peope. But here are my top picks: Dr. McDreamy, Brian Williams, Sonny from General Hospital, Robert Redford when he was 40, and number one, no question...Clooney!
Q:
How fast can your van go?
NZ
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Dear NZ
Well I believe it can get up to 100 mph but I never go over 45. I avoid the highways. Besides, back roads are more scenic!
Q:
Dear Jeannie,Love your show,your my favorite soccer mom.I just want to put you in an appartment and pay for it.Keep it up..
joey
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Dear joey
Oh my! Well I'll tell ya what, if Russell keeps up his current behavior, I will take you up on it!
Q:
Just watched your Oprah episode,very funny as always, however, I noticed that your studio was missing from the episode! Were you afraid to drive in NYC or did your husband need to borrow the van for the weekend for a special 'business trip?'
Joe Blister
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Dear Joe Blister
I did leave the van at home for my New York Oprah show trip. Much easier to take the train in. I don't know how any one can drive in that city. No Thank You! And Russell would never borrow the van. He drives a convertible (even when it's winter!) Boys!
Q:
Dear Jeannie,When will your next show be available for viewing? Also you should have your mother-in-law on the show, is she a real piece of work?Sincerely,Someone from Canada
Someone from Canada
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Dear Someone from Canada
My next show is up NOW! Woo-Hoo! It's the Oprah show special! And believe you me, I will try not to subject my viewers to my mom-in-law, but somehow that lady butts her way into situations. And no worries writing about her here, she is not versed in the world wide web. Sincerely Someone not from Canada. :) Oh look my smiley face worked (just learned that)
Q:
Dear Jeannie:What's become of Tina's real mom?
Peeg
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Dear Peeg
Good luck finding her! Considering the FBI and IRS can't.
Q:
Love your show Jeannie! Is there any chance you could interview some of the "special" people running for the office of President?
Rush
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Dear Rush
I would if I could! Any ideas how to get in touch with the candidates? I am a master schmoozer- just get me in the right room!
Q:
Jeannie, I am a super fan! I would love to assist your show, do you need an assistant? I make a mean cup of joe!!!
Xela J.
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Dear Xela J.
Thanks! I will keep you in mind! And just so ya know, I prefer a friendly cup of joe!
Q:
How do have sooo much energy?
Sean
A:
Dear Sean
Diet Coke!!!!!!!
Q:
Jeannie Oprah's studio is in Chicago not New York. I didn't take you for a liar...
johhny mys
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Dear johhny mys
Oh boy someone is going to feel bad about writing that in about a week. Do your reserach. I said "season premiere" of Oprah. I expect a well writen apology email to follow.
Q:
What exactly is a soccer mom? Naedarme
Naedarme
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Dear Naedarme
A soccer mom is a mom on the go! Not only a super mom but a super woman! And in my opinion you don't even have to have kids that play soccer to be a soccer mom, but of course mine do, so I am legit. 2 Legit, 2 Legit, 2 Quit...being a soccer mom! Go Kickers!
Q:
Jeannie, I notice that your episodes often include shots of people other than yourself .. while these 'other people' seem to add a small amount of humor to each episode, can we expect that over time you will minimize the time spent with extraneous characters such as guests?
Joe Blister
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Dear Joe Blister
Believe you me, I'd love to spend less time with some of those people (Tina!) but knowing how my days go, I think alone time is out of the question. So expect to see more of the people that make ME CRAZY!
Q:
Will you have more videos?
RT
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Dear RT
Sure thing RT! A new one should be up next week. I went to the season premiere of Oprah and talked to some ladies on the street. It was the best day of my life seeing the Queen of TV in action! So I won't be in the minivan cause it was too scary to drive in the Big Apple. Took the train. Easy Peasy.
Q:
Who plays jeannie?
Bee
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Dear Bee
I am Jeannie!
Q:
Jeannie, Do you have sex anymore? I don't think you do.
M
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Dear M
My goodness, what a question! That is extremely personal M. I won't even dignify it with a response, but YES. I DO! Lots! With my husband! In bed!
Q:
I really love your look! Who does your hair and where do you get your clothes? Please tell!
Tina
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Dear Tina
Thank you so much! For my hair I go to Curl Up and Dye cause I love the clever name. And for shopping, I love a good sale! Clearance racks at TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, Target, The Mart can get me through any season!
Q:
Hi Jeannie !Nice Show, funny ...Best Regards from Germany
Daniel H.
A:
Dear Daniel H.
GERMANY?! Get outta here! Love it! I didn't even know the internet made its way there.
