Q: I’ve noticed lately that KDKA-TV sports anchor Bob Pompeani is appearing on television less than in recent years. He used to be on Sunday-Thursday when football season was in full swing. Now he’s only on Sunday-Tuesday. I was just curious about the reason for the change.
— Zach, via email
Rob: Pompeani is working the same amount as usual but the demands of the sports schedule, especially during Steelers season, necessitate some creative use of paid time off.
“Most of this is PTO based on the inability to take full weeks this time of the year given all the Steelers shows we air,” Pompeani explained. “Those Sunday through Wednesday days are all 12- to 15-hour days … so it’s tough to schedule any vacation time. … But we all understand the requirements of the job and are more than happy to do it … as sports provides the adrenaline to make it fun.”
Q: Is Carl Lam a fill-in at KDKA-TV for weather forecasts or a new hire?
— Elaine, Mt. Lebanon
Rob: Lam is not a new full-time hire at KDKA. He is a traveling freelance meteorologist.
Q: How did “Nate Bargatze’s Nashville Christmas,” produced by Lorne Michaels featuring “Saturday Night Live” cast members and a cameo from NBC star Jimmy Fallon, end up on CBS over NBC?
— John, via Facebook
Rob: Lorne Michaels’ company, Broadway Video, has long produced TV programs for networks other than NBC. While the majority of Broadway Video’s shows are for NBC, the company also makes shows — often but not always with “SNL” stars — for IFC (“Portlandia”), Hulu (“Shrill”), Apple TV+ (“Schmigadoon!”), Max (“The Other Two”), TBS (“Miracle Workers”), FXX (“Man Seeking Woman”), HBO (“Los Espookys”) and Comedy Central (“Detroiters”).
I don’t know the specifics around Bargatze’s Christmas special and it’s not a question I’m likely to get a network response to anytime (and especially not during the holidays when all of Hollywood is on vacation until Jan. 6), but my best guess is CBS was simply more interested in buying the show than NBC. This year CBS had more one-off Christmas specials while NBC stuck largely to its recurring specials (“Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade,” “Christmas in Rockefeller Center,” “Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Spectacular,” etc.).
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Are you a fan of KDKA-TV’s sports anchor Bob Pompeani? Have you noticed that his appearances on the station seem to be fewer in recent months? Despite the decrease in frequency, Pompeani’s hours on air remain the same.
In a recent Q&A session, Pompeani addressed the concerns of his loyal viewers. He explained that while his on-air time has been reduced, his commitment to delivering quality sports coverage has not wavered.
Pompeani assured fans that he is still dedicated to providing insightful analysis and commentary on Pittsburgh’s sports scene, even if his appearances are less frequent. He also expressed gratitude for the support of his fans and emphasized that he is always striving to improve and evolve in his role at KDKA-TV.
So, rest assured, Bob Pompeani is still a mainstay at KDKA-TV, even if you may not see him as often as before. Keep tuning in for his expert analysis and engaging sports coverage!
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