They can read the card written by their producers but have no idea what to do when the guest throws a counterpunch. You need a guest who can prop them up, keep things moving, and knows what makes good TV.

Stand-ups and broadcasters are usually the best. Actors seem to be about 50/50. Athletes (who haven’t made the transition to TV) are usually the worst.

Strahan was probably the best guest they ever had. He knows ball and he’s a total pro in front of a camera.