Episode 18.3
June 16

Chico: I heard things
Gordon: Don't. See. it.
Chico: I'll just go see Get Smart again. :-) Anyway, welcome back. Time to Play the Percentages. Here's how it works... One of us will give a hypothetical... and the other will give a percentage as to how likely the hypothetical will happen.
Chico: For example...

With Password and Price doing well, and Match Game, Feud, and Gong Show on the way, what's the percentage that we're going to see an influx of game show retreads coming rather quickly?

Gordon: 45%. I think that Match Game will be the litmus test as to whether we see sister channels try this strategy. I would think that because of the writer's strike, we'll see a mix of game shows coming in once the first few scripted shows start to tan in October.
Chico: I think It'll depend on how Deal does. I'd say about 55%
Gordon: Next one...

The chances that based on what happened on Saturday, we'll see a rematch between Amir Sadollah and C.B. Dollaway

Chico: 80%. This is almost a given
Gordon: I'll go even higher. 95%. If the UFC knows what's good for them, they'll give C.B. either a rematch or a contract, because if they don't, the audience could turn on them.
Chico: No one likes a fake fight.
Gordon: Or one that has a controversial ending.
Chico: Next...

The industry buzz is on Trivial Pursuit and Deal or No Deal this fall... But honestly, what are the chances that either of them last to a second season?

Gordon: 100%. Deal Or No Deal will definitely last a second season. There's no way it won't at least get a 2.0.
Chico: Agreed. 2.0. As for TP... I'm guessing maybe Crosswords level ratings. A 1.0 to start... It'll hover for a bit.
Gordon: And if they are going to renew Crosswords, which doesn't even average a 1.0 on a regular basis, a 2.0 will be money in the bank.
Chico: It all depends on what it's paired with.
Gordon: I agree, but a 1.0 could be good enough.
Chico: Could be. Let's hope.
Gordon: Next one..

The chances that Josiah Leming, who's now getting props by Simon Cowell, outsells Jason Castro.

Chico: Oh.. 75%. This is not a question. Just a matter of getting it out there, you know?
Gordon: I'm going to go less on this. I'll go 40%. Castro still has a nice fan base, and I don't know how many people, although liking the story, would actually pay to buy his album. You've already seen how many people will download a Castro song.
Chico: If people paid to buy Radiohead's album... and it was offered to them for free...
Gordon: Youre not comparing Radiohead to Josiah Leming, are you?
Chico: Just saying...
Gordon: And for all of you Radiohead fans, the email address to complain is Chico@gameshownewsnet.com.
Chico: I'm just saying that fans will pay money for something they can get for free if it's any good.
Gordon: We'll see if it's any good. Next one?
Chico: Next...While we're on the subject of fail...

What are the percentages that GSN would pick up any future season of "Temptation"?

Gordon: Actually, I'll say 70%. Because #1. It has to be ultra cheap, #2. Many people haven't seen the episodes, so they may get ratings and #3. the executives at GSN need programming.
Chico: I was actually talking to Alex Davis from BuzzerBlog about this earlier this week, and we both thought that it was not out the realm of possibility for all the reasons given... 75%.
Gordon: Did you add that some of the executives at GSN have the collective intelligence of a pineapple?
Chico: Actually, that would be an insult to the pineapple
Gordon: Poor little pineapple. Final one...

The chance that NBC will successfully keep Project Runway on Bravo.

Chico: Ouch. You know... This is going to be an even split. The Weinsteins are going to be at it.
Chico: The Peacock's going to be at it... I'm going to give the edge to the Peacock if only because it's a faceless organization with ruthless lawyer-bots. 55%.
Gordon: I think it will move to Lifetime - but I think that Lifetime will have to pay a lot more to do it. 25%, but I can easily see this tilting NBC's way.
Chico: Just goes to show you that anything can happen with this show. They're fighting to move it. They're fighting to keep it. A lot of fighting. Increase the peace.
Gordon: It's been a great horse for both Bravo TV and NBC. It wouldn't shock me to see this show up repurposed in the Summer.
Chico: Neither would I.
Gordon: And with that, I'm 100% sure that I'll be opening up my wallet today.
Chico: And that'll be the second time I've ever seen it. We got stuff you can buy.
Chico: But first... stuff you can buy. =p

(Brought to you by Merv Griffin's CrossworDS... Okay, so technically it isn't based on the game show, but if you've ever played it, you can hear the theme song in your HEAD...)

Chico: And isn't that scary enough? You're just doing your thing and a game show theme song pops into your head?
Gordon: This doesn't hapen when you're making love, does it?
Chico: Luckily... no. Does it happen when you're out shopping?
Gordon: You know, I hear Price is Right music in my head when I go get groceries.
Chico: Apropos... and hip.
Gordon: Im guessing, you've got some items for me to figure out if they go in my shopping bag?
Chico: Sure do. Let's begin with...

A ticket for Wowowee! in Atlantic City.

Chico: They're going to swing by July 11 (coincidentally, the weekend we're going to be there)...The cost: $75 to watch, $150 to watch/play.
Gordon: So I'm spending $150 to have a chance to win? Am I missing something here?
Chico: Yeah. The incentive. If I'm going to spend $150 in Atlantic City... it'll be because I expect to make $500 off of it. Besides, there's a principle at work. How much did it cost to see Jeopardy!? How much did it cost to see TPIR? How much did it cost (for Mike) to see DOND...
Gordon: Ummm...$0?
Chico: and 0 cents. And on TPIR, we may even get to play. Well, Carrie Bailey and Aaron Huertas did.
Gordon: And they didn't spend $75 to get into the room
Chico: They spent the same thing we did... 0. Nothing. Nada. El Zilcho.
Gordon: Which is how much I'm spending on the ticket - unless I win one, I'm passing.
Chico: Same here. Next?
Gordon: Next one...

Chicken Soup For The American Idol Soul - Stories from the Idols and their Fans

Chico: Sounds interesting. I'd buy. Used, maybe. For the prepubescent Idol fan who has everything.
Gordon: It's fun, uplifting fluff. We could always use some uplifting...or at least something to read while youre sitting on the can. I'd buy it for that.
Chico: Do your business, read on Idol. That works. Next up... A dress.
Gordon: I'm not Jason Block.
Chico: ... heh.

Not just any dress, mind you, but one of 26 that the DOND case ladies are donating for charity.

Chico: And you have sisters. Twin sisters.
Gordon: I do. And they would probably like them. My sister's getting married soon. They could get them for all of the bridesmaids. I'll buy them.
Chico: I'd buy as well, but for a different reason.
Gordon: You want to see yourself in a dress?
Chico: I'm not Jason Block.
Gordon: And Jason, if you're reading this - we love you.
Chico: We do, you know. Seriously, though. A) it'd be for my GF. and 2) it's for children's charities, and I'd get behind that, really. I'm a huge advocate for children's charities. I've been in the UNC Dance Marathon for the children's hospital up there while I was in college.
Gordon: Next one...

Jillian Michael's Fitness Game for the Wii.

Chico: I'm not buying... out of principle. The balance board is a fun little gizmo... but it's not exercise. Come on. Go out to a gym. Get on a weight machine. Do half an hour of cardio. THAT's exercise.
Gordon: I have Yourself Fitness for my PS2. It's an all-around exercise game. I think that's much more impressive than boogieing on a balance board, so I'll pass.
Chico: Next up...

A ticket to see High School Musical 3.

Chico: Normally, I'd end it here and say "Pass.. next.."
Gordon: Pass...next.
Chico: But this is actually relevant. The winner of the upcoming HSM: Get in the Picture will win a role in the movie's music video... and a first-look talent deal with Disney.
Gordon: Pass...next. The only dance shows this Summer worth watching live that are TV related are America's Best Dance Crew and So You Think You Can Dance.
Chico: You just want to hear Cat Deeley say "jedges". Now I can gladly say... "Pass. Next?"
Gordon: Last one...

A pair of Hulk Hands, Care of American Gladiators.

Chico: I wouldn't even buy them with the game show tie in. Sorry, Hulk. Loved the movie, BTW.
Gordon: Hated the movie. Hated the cheap consumerism. GORDON SMASH!
Chico: Big green fanboy... Talk about scary.
Gordon: GORDON say GO BREAK NOW!
Chico: Speed Round's next. Hang on.

(Brought to you by Celebrity Bocce. Can the celebrities work together, or will they just going after each others balls?)

Chico: *blink*
Gordon: It's all fun and games until Morgan Fairchild wants to nail Joey Fatone's balls.
Chico: ... Iwannagotothespeedroundnowdaddy...
Gordon: Speed Round...now! Will we see our Million Dollar winner this week on America's Got Talent?
Chico: I'll give it to week 3.
Gordon: I agree - I think it will happen in the etc. show.
Chico: Always seem to happen that way.
Gordon: Does anyone break $100,000 in Password?
Chico: No way they live up to last week's ep, but someone's going to get a good run at it.
Gordon: I'd think so. Me have Maximum Capsule Reviews next week. Which new show are you looking the most forward to watching?
Chico: I'm looking forward to seeing what Al Roker does to the Feud. Ice T vs. Joan Rivers is up first, BTW
Gordon: I'm not looking forward to it, but that's what we got. What do we got in emails this week?
Chico: We've got one from Dougie Mo... or Doug Morris.

Chico: Thanks, Doug. We went over this on the last show.
Gordon: I agree with Doug 100%
Chico: Credit the celebs for knowing how to play the game, though.
Gordon: Well...some of them do.
Chico: The ones that do outnumber the ones that don't. And that's good.
Gordon: True. It needs to be better though. Thanks for the email, Doug.
Gordon: I have an email from Brad Hasbrouck. Thanks, Brad!

Chico: How about no. Is no good for you?
Gordon: I would prefer if the Playboy Channel revived their show Everything Goes :D Seriously, I think that Wipeout and I Survived a Japanese Game Show will be as close as you can get.
Chico: They're closer to Takeshi's Castle or Ninja Warrior, though. And we tried the Banzuke thing with Master of Champions... didn't work that well. I think it was before it's time.
Gordon: I don't think that Master of Champions comes anywhere close to Banzuke. Don't get me started. I have one more email this week. And here to make you feel good, this is from our favorite writer - Mr. Identity Withheld.

Chico: We went over this! I'm not going over this again! You pay attention!
Gordon: I always thought that it was because 5th graders don't really care too much about personal hygeine.
Chico: Interesting multiple choices. a) Personal hygiene issues. b) Short attention spans. or 3) the economics of television... the correct answer. That's the final time I'll address this matter. On that bombletter... I'm going to call that a show. Where do they send their e-mails?
Gordon: Send them to wlti@gameshownewsnet.com or wltiongsnnon MySpace. That ends the show. Special thanks to...no one in particular, because we had no special guests.
Chico: Back next week with more... stuff. Until then, for Gordon and everyone at GSNN, I'm Chico... Game over... and spread the love :-)