Kelly Ripa Addresses Staff Dispute on Air

During the October 30 episode of Live With Kelly & Mark, Kelly Ripa humorously interrupted the show to address an off-camera disagreement between executive producer Michael Gelman and producer Scott Eason. Ripa noted that the two appeared to be having a discussion while she and her husband, co-host Mark Consuelos, were talking, stating, "Neither one of you are invisible." The tension arose over Gelman's request for Eason to place a bowl of pistachios on the table for the hosts, which Eason hesitated to do. Ripa jokingly suggested that the staffers switch places with her and Consuelos for the next show. The incident, which was shared on the show's social media, highlighted the playful dynamic among the team, with Eason clarifying he didn't want to awkwardly reach into the frame for the nuts. This light-hearted moment followed a week of other viral exchanges on the show, showcasing Ripa and Consuelos' chemistry.