TALK SHOWS

In: John McCain

He lost the White House but he’s the guest to get. Just don’t ask him about the campaign.

Out: Sarah Palin

The media’s infatuation with the Alaska governor seems to be over. She’s gone from the airwaves.

STARS

In: Paula Abdul

Even Letterman defended the “Idol” judge who asked producers not to audition a longtime stalker.

Out: Simon Cowell

The man who has so much to say has said nothing about the Abdul suicidal stalker scandal.

FASHION

In: “Lipstick Jungle”

Fans are seriously lobbying to keep the NBC fashion drama on the air. Will Brooke Shields prevail?

Out: “Stylista” & “Blush”

You will never see a second season on either of these fashion stinkers.