We donât know who concocted the first batch of catfish blood bait, but it was a stroke of genius. Today, countless recipes are used to prepare fresh blood for the hook, and anglers frequently debate the merits of their favorite blend.
David Letterman: Rachel Maddow 'Probably the Smartest Person' in 'All of Journalism'. When you think of MSNBC's Rachel Maddow, do you consider her one of the smartest people in all of journalism today? David Letterman does, and actually said so as he introduced her on Monday's CBS Late Show (video follows with transcript and commentary):
F or MSNBC host Rachel Maddow and her partner, artist Susan Mikula, their pre Civil War farmhouse in Western Massachusetts was perfect except for the bathroom.In order to reach it, you have to climb up a very steep staircase, Maddow explains.Itâs not quite a ladder, but itâs a vertical challenge.e donât have a TV in the main house, she says, but I can seal myself in the bathhouse and watch football really loudly without bothering anybody. Itâs very satisfying. 1  Share this story... 2  Facebook. 3  Twitter. 4  Digg. 5  ShareThis Counter. 6  Email. 7  Print.