Name the next pick, and make it fast!

I have never (yes, NEVER) seen a CNBC or CNNfn show before - that is, until yesterday when I accidentally switched to some biz program where Gabelli was being asked to forecast market moves and trends. Watching it was a disgusting experience!

The interviewer/newscaster repeatedly interrupted, with "name the next pick for us" comments. The continuing stress on a name/ticker even after the great bust is shocking. Is this investing ? Have we not learnt anything ?

And pray, why are these guys being paid ?