he couldn't stop talking to me once I asked him about his favorite subject, "Cenk". Then, to eternally seal the deal, he did something nice for me. Upon hearing that I was a die hard fan of talk radio he invited me to his studio, which then was just a few mics scattered around his dank apartment, to do a segment on his "radio show". Cenk had broken the two cardinal rules: he acknowledged I was sitting at the table when I spoke up and then was kind enough to cater to my interests. There was no way in hell I'd sleep with him after that! Instead of becoming the third notch on the bed post I basically became his first wife: demanding, opinionated, bitchy, pouty, endlessly annoyed with him, and best of all his most devoted fan. Now, I don't want to speak for him but I believe both Cenk and I look back on that evening with warmth in our hearts and immense gratitude that our paths crossed. I know for me, these last five years have been and will be some of the most instrumental years in my life. First, I was given the incredible opportunity to sit along side of Cenk and Ben to co-host a show that I am so proud to have been a part of creating. Placed in a situation with co-workers, guests, and listeners who are sharp, intelligent, and passionate I was challenged to grow, investigate, and expand my mind beyond my, then, small world. I have met incredible people and had the privilege to attend and participate in events that I am so proud to have been a part of. Most importantly, I have been given a family. A family that includes everyone here at the Young Turks but that also includes our devoted and supportive fans. You guys crack me up on a daily basis and when you're not making me smile you are encouraging me and challenging me to wake up everyday and make sure I keep our favorite swarthy Turk on his toes. ; ) My time here at the Young Turks has planted a seed that is determined to grow. I have decided to give Lindsay, Britney, and Paris a break and focus my energy on the real drama, POLITICS! I'm packin' up and finally getting out of Los Angeles with my sights set on our glorious capital, Washington D.C. Never one to have a plan before going into battle, I have yet to figure out exactly what I'll be doing but I assure you wherever I go I will be preaching "The Absolute Truth"...but this time behind the camera. : ) With endless love and gratitude, Jilly Jill