Chico:
Did we mention Tebowing? Because that's important.
Gordon: I think that needs to go on Ryan's...um...yeah.
Chico: WELCOME BACK TO WLTI! Thanks for being a part of our weekend and allowing
our week to be a part of you. Last week was the winter TCA tour, a confab of
television bigwigs and critics that cover them.
Chico: Our invite was lost in the mail... AGAIN.
Gordon: Now it's Professor Time with Professor Chico and Dr. Pepper. THis week's
subject: The TCA's Here's 6 things that you need to know.
Chico: First up...
1) We've said this before. We'll
say it again. NEVER GIVE UP.
Chico: You remember the project "Trust Me, I'm a Game Show Host"?
Gordon: I do.
Chico: Well, TBS has picked up the series for a 10 episode run after ABC passed
on it. So if you have a good idea that you think has legs, shop it round.
Gordon: Absolutely. Never give up.
2) If you have a really bad idea,
shop that one also.
Gordon: There has never been a better time to be a creator. Between all of the
various medias, both national and international, and the internet, there's a
good chance you can get a buyer.
Chico: Another howie Mandel show?
Gordon: I was thinking more of the stinking pils of Stars in Danger we were
served.
Chico: Ew.
3) Hype is nothing unless you can
deliver.
Chico: We've got previews of Idol, but no stories of actual singers.
Gordon: Well that's to be said. I don't htink they know yet who's making the Top
20.
Chico: Yeah, but how about building up to that instead of going after your
panel. And this is talking TO the panel.
4) Remember how we make fun of
foreign shows coming over here? This is how they come over.
Chico: And this is where we hear about them first.
Gordon: Very true. Now can the people behind The Chase and Only Connect make
some movement please?
5) Unfortunately, this is also
where we hear network heads get harebrained ideas.
Chico: Oh yeah, Britney LOVES being on the X Factor. Viewers will love high
diving celebrities! Phillip Sheppard's pink undies don't look weird... NO ONE
WILL BUY ABDC after its run on MTV.
Gordon: Someone will buy it.
Chico: Indeed. Finally...
6) This is the place to be. It's
all about the hobnobbing, the meeting and greeting. This is the TV version of
the CES, NYCOmicon, etc.
Chico: E3. And this is one of the big ones. There's a also MIP and NATPE later
this year for the international and syndication markets. We'll be covering those
as well.
Gordon: We shall. And we'll give you all the news when it happens. But for right
now, we'll give you a break.
Chico: Next up, we finish your winter with "a hint of vanilla"
(Brought to you by Stars in Danger: The Hunger Games. We put 12 stars on
an island, give them a weapon, and let them have it until one remains. The odds
are in OUR favor this time!)
Gordon:
If only it could be real.
Chico: I'd spring to put the real housewives of _____ on that island. Hey you
need to get a job? Go get a job! Stay off my TV! I'm not bitter, am I?
Gordon: (Wheels in the Super Toilet 8000) Just in case you need to take your
aggression out on something.
Chico: Okay, we have a final list of seven. So let's finish it up...
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THE AMAZING RACE
CBS - February 17 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
PUSH |
PUSH |
PUSH |
Chico: PUSH it. It's the Amazing Race for crying
out tears.
Gordon: It is. I'll push, but I want better contestants this season
Chico: (bells) Indeed. Next...
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THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE
NBC - March 3 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
JIGGLE |
JIGGLE |
JIGGLE |
Gordon: Are they really celebrities?
Chico: Yup.
Gordon: Jiggle. I know there's a niche, but this is getting old for me.
Chico: Same here. Jiggle. I can think of better ways to spend Sunday nights.
Next...
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FASHION STAR
NBC - March 8 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
PASTRY |
PASTRY |
JIGGLE |
Gordon: I thought the first one was good. This
version changed its formats and that concerns me. Jiggle.
Chico: I'm going to Pastry for the same reasons. I mean, the first season showed
promise, but what happens if the second doesn't deliver up to standard?
Gordon: Then they'll be belly up. Next one?
Chico: Next...
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DANCING WITH THE STARS
ABC - March 18 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
JIGGLE |
JIGGLE |
FLUSH |
Chico: I'm tuned off. Possibly forever. FLUSH
Gordon: I'm not going to flush this, but we need celebrities here. Jiggle.
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CELEBRITY DIVING
ABC - March 19 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
FLUSH |
FLUSH |
FLUSH |
Chico: ABC. Please reconsider. FLUSH
Gordon: Why? Flush
Chico: One... two.. THREE!
Gordon: PLUNGE!
Chico: Weeeeeee! Next...
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THE AMERICAN BIBLE CHALLENGE
GSN - March 21 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
PUSH |
PUSH |
PUSH |
Chico: GSN's feel good story of 2012 is back for
more. PUSH
Gordon: Push this. GSN needs to get more of these shows. PUSH (bells)
Chico: and finally...
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THE VOICE
NBC - March 25 |
CHICO |
GORDON |
PUSH |
PUSH |
PASTRY |
Chico: NBC needs this show to survive.
Gordon: Yes, but they also need to trim it. Pastry.
Chico: I'm going to push. I think we get good things out of the newbies. And
that... is Push or Flush!
Gordon: And this...is the last break of the show.
(Brought to you by Stars in Danger: Ice Hockey Rink Diving. Let's see you
guys dive into the pool when the ice is frozen solid. And it will help sell NHL
tickets. Two problems solved!)
Chico: I'll watch!
Gordon: Will you watch a Speed Round?
Chico: Yes I will. And it starts.. now. Kristin Morgan. How long does she last?
Gordon: I'll give her no more days. Idol: What will you be looking for the most?
Chico: Any semblance of talent
Gordon: Not the judge fights?
Chico: That's you, I think =p
Gordon: American Train Wreck.
Chico: Yay Biggest Loser: the White team is on the ropes. Is this the last we
see of them this week?
Gordon: I'm not sure it gets much better for them - but I think they stick
around. Though if the reason why they aren't performing is because they are
afraid of Jillian Michaels, they are idiots. Do we have any email?
Chico: Let me check.... nope, no mail.
Gordon: If Jillian Michaels is making you send mail to us, where does it go?
Chico: It goes to WLTI@gameshownewsnet.com
Gordon: That ends the show. Special thanks to no one in particular, because it's
just us this week.
Chico: Yep. We're also on Twitter and Facebook, by the way. Next week... it's
Morons on Stage... Finally. Until then for everone at GSNN, I'm Chico. That's
Gordon. The show is We Love to Interrupt. Game over. And spread the love. :-)