April 30, 2007

Gordon: DING!
Chico: Gordon?
Gordon: Was he out rolling a joint with the Malakars?
Jason: Oh my goodness.
Chico: No. But you're thinking. Speaking of, it's time for Accuracy or Idiocy.
Gordon: First one...

We want to see Models on TV...with smarts

Jason: Accuracy. Beauty and Brains works.
Chico: Accuracy. Ben Stein's a genius
Gordon: I think it will be a fun show to see. Accurate. We know Models have a following 'The Most Smartest Model' will get eyeballs. Next one...

Rosie O'Donnell Leaving the View....was more due to Rosie spouting off at Donald during a media awards show and the bigwigs getting upset at her than Rosie not getting the contract she wanted from ABC.

Jason: Idiocy.
Chico: Idiocy... Goes WAY beyond that. She was just too big of a liability
Jason: That was the last straw in a list of things.
Chico: But she will return. "They're not kicking (her) out."
Jason: You can go after Trump but not the US Government or the British Government.
Gordon: But I think it was the last straw. Accurate
Jason: May I ask a followup A or I question on this?
Gordon: sure
Jason: Do you believe the explanation Rosie gave about the 1 year vs. 3 year deal and Barbara saying she had nothing to do with Rosie leaving? Cause I sure don't.
Gordon: I'm not buying it either. Especially when Meredith Vieira found a way out of her contract. Idiocy.
Chico: Yeah.. what Gordon said. Idiocy.
Jason: And everybody was all kissy kissy about it.
Gordon: They were kissy because she was gone.
Chico: Ah. That explains it. Next?

There will be a writers strike next year, opening up the floodgates for new game shows.

Jason: There will be the THREAT of one...but they always come to terms. Mild Idiocy. We have seen this before.
Gordon: They didn't come to terms on the last one on time. Accuracy
Chico: Seems like there's ALWAYS a threat of a writer's strike. It'll open up the floodgates for low-cost option and/or contingency plans to be enacted. Idiocy. Not necessarily all game shows all the time.
Gordon: True.
Chico: Just stuff that'll make network coin while they try and hash something out.
Jason: Lord knows NBC needs help.
Gordon: Yes, but it takes forever for them to do it
Chico: Ask ABC. Next?
Gordon: Next one...

We want to see celebrities added to the new season of World Series of Black Jack

Jason: IDIOCY. Good lord, how about more real people thanks.
Chico: IDIOCY. I tune in for the game play. You want Celebrity Blackjack? Here's a thought. And it's a crazy one, but go with me here... Renew.... Celebrity Blackjack.
Jason: (DING)
Gordon: What usually happens to the celebrities? Oh yes, they leave. Quickly. Idiocy. Next one...

Since Simon Cowell is always right on these things, we will see Melinda Doolittle Vs. Jordin Sparks in the finals of American Idol, just like he says.

Jason: You know what, I will agree with him. ACCURACY.
Chico: Idiocy. Not since season 2 have two bonafide favorites clashed against each other. And it seems at the round of 4, there's a stunner. I'm calling it right now.
Jason: The Daughtry Factor.
Gordon: Its not just that - it's two people of the same musical genre. And quite frankly, Melinda hasn't done enough to diversify enough audience to get her there. Idiocy. And I have said it for weeks - Melinda leaves when there's 4 left.
Chico: And then gets a hit record that makes up forget about Taylor whats-his-name.
Jason: I know you have and we will hear the "FIX" chants all over the place.
Gordon: Fix or racism. Take your pick. Last one...

We all want Trump Steaks delivered to our home!

Chico: Idiocy! The last person I want to give MORE money to.
Jason: If the meat's good...so what? Accuracy! It's overpriced as heck, but you never know.
Gordon: I'll try it once. Accuracy
Chico: Good. Let me know how that works out for you.
Gordon: Meanwhile, I'll say 'You're Fired'...to the Grill. Get those babies going.
Chico: You're Fryered. We're going into the speedround when we come back.

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Gordon: And we're back. Time for The Big Finish!
Chico: Idol gets to boot 2 after Bon Jovi week... I think LaKisha and ... wow. Could be a tossup.
Jason: I think it will be Phil and Lakisha
Gordon: LaKisha and...Phil
Chico: And Dancing? Who gets Heather's fanbase?
Gordon: I say they go to Leila and I think that John Ratzenberger is in deep doo doo
Jason: See you back at the bar, Cliff.
Chico: Shame, too. Quick programming note: Monday's the beginning of Jeopardy!'s College Championship and Cash Cab season 3. Takers?
Gordon: I'll be watching
Jason: Oh yeah.
Gordon: I'll also be watching the mail as it comes in. Who do we have first?
Chico: We're gonna have to be quick on the draw here. First is Bobby McBride. Thanks, Bobby!

Chico: Thanks, Bobby.
Jason: I was going to mention the streak....but you put in an even better perspective. I didn't realize how rare that is.
Chico: In fact, with the season winding down, chances are we're given this week... and that's it. But hey, anything can happen when Wheel visits San Diego, right?
Jason: We hope.
Gordon: I would like to think so
Jason: I mean with a bonus round percentage winning of less than 30%...5 in a row is pretty rare. We have 30 shows to crack 10M. 2M in 30 shows...not sure.
Chico: A month and a half's worth of shows. But thanks for the insight, Bobby.
Gordon: Next up - from IntelligentFan777

Gordon: Thanks Fan. This is the first time that I've disagreed with you, but I'm going to. I don't think it would work. In addition, there has already been a tournament of champions, and...it didn't' work too well.
Chico: Well, as much as I'd like to agree with you, I have to side with G here. ... I think part of the kitsch for latter day Wheel is the revolving sets and themes.
Jason: I agree with Gordon...Harry will do what he does best...offer sweepstakes and there will be 25th Anniversary themes.
Chico: So we're good with what we have then?
Jason: And the show is best know for what is--game show comfort food. And tweak the show slowly
Chico: And popular at that. Like Mac and Cheese. How's about one more mail?
Gordon: Sure, let's do one more - who do we have?
Chico: Andrew Elfe. Hello, Andrew!

Chico: I think the world's ready for the second coming of Frank Nicotero, or at least someone no one's heard of who grows to be a fan favorite. If history dictates, then Merv will choose someone whom he believes will do the show justice... and more often than not, he's been dead on. Alex Trebek... Pat Sajak... Ryan Seacrest.
Gordon: Rolf Bernirschke aside
Chico: Of course.
Jason: Merv knows what he is doing.
Chico: So to answer your question, Andrew... Whoever Merv dictates will do the show proper justice. Hope that helps... And if you have any game show questions or opinions or secret family recipes you want to share, drop us a line. Address one more time... wlti@gameshownewsnet.com... Jason Block.. Thank you as always,...
Jason: As always, thank you for having me
Gordon: And thank you all for reading the show. For Chico and Jason, this is Gordon Pepper, wishing you all...
Chico: GAME OVER!
Jason: and SPREAD THE LOVE.

(Ed: over the weekend, it was revealed that SoapTalk's Ty Treadway will host "Let's Play Crosswords")