Showing posts with label family feud. Show all posts
Showing posts with label family feud. Show all posts
Friday, February 28, 2014
Scheduling History
Most times they change some things up in April. In fact, because I can, here's what they've done in regards to the oldies in April.
2009: Shows such as Child's Play, Blockbusters, Press Your Luck, Card Sharks (Both Perry and Eubanks) To Tell The Truth (O'Hurley and Collyer), & What's My Line? are removed from the schedule. In addition to Sony shows such asPyramid with Dick Clark and Hollywood Squares, Match Game PM, Dawson Nighttime Feud, and original recipe Passwordare added to what other versions of those shows are already there. Oddly enough, Let's Make a Deal stayed but was removed in June 2009.
2010: Match Game (PM and SYN), Family Feud (Dawson SYN and Combs) and Password are removed from the schedule. Match Game goes from 1978 to 1974, Dawson Feud goes from 1983 to 1980, and 200 episodes of Perry and Eubanks Card Sharks are added to the schedule.
2011: Nothing happens. In April they were focusing on the originals. 2 of which bombed. 1 of those still has a weekend slot?!?!
2012: Both Eubanks and Perry Card Sharks leave the schedule. Password Plus and Super Password are added.
October 2012: Jim Perry's Card Sharks and Press Your Luck are added to the schedule. Both Password revivals remain on the schedule as well. Usually things like this hadn't happened in October.
2013: New leases on Match Game, Press Your Luck, Password Plus and Super Password and $ale of the Century added to the schedule.
December 2013: New $ale of the Century lease and Blockbusters with Bill Cullen added.
So who knows what's going to happen. It could be another 2011 where nothing happens.
Friday, November 29, 2013
Holiday Marathon Review
Well, Thanksgiving is probably one of my favorite days of the year. I woke up and caught the last few minutes of Family Feud with Richard Dawson. Jim Perry was a fast money player. Then, for the first time in several years, Ray Combs was on my television set. Now, I understand that here on the web Ray is considered one of the best. As I've said before, I disagree. After watching both episodes (fighting to stay awake) I was reminded as to why I no longer like Ray. He tried too hard to be funny, and was a lousy emcee. It has nothing to do with what he did. While he didn't try to be like Dawson, I've come to find that his style just doesn't fit my tastes anymore.
But I was reminded that Ray was not the worst. After that, it was 2 episodes of Louie Anderson Family Feud. The only interesting thing about the episodes were Brande Roderick. Other than that, Louie was just downright putrid. I fell asleep during the second show. He mumbled, and looked about as interested as dead leaves. That's all I caught. I didn't catch the Roker episode. I was helping get Thanksgiving dinner moving forward. I do miss Richard Dawson's version on the network though, I will admit that. It was nice to see again.
But I was reminded that Ray was not the worst. After that, it was 2 episodes of Louie Anderson Family Feud. The only interesting thing about the episodes were Brande Roderick. Other than that, Louie was just downright putrid. I fell asleep during the second show. He mumbled, and looked about as interested as dead leaves. That's all I caught. I didn't catch the Roker episode. I was helping get Thanksgiving dinner moving forward. I do miss Richard Dawson's version on the network though, I will admit that. It was nice to see again.
Monday, November 11, 2013
Thanksgiving Weekend - Some Different, and Several Same
I should return to more blogging. I've given a few posts, but I'll give some more. So here's Thanksgiving on GSN this year.
On Thanksgiving, it's all Family Feud. Steve Harvey? Yes from 2:00pm and onward. Before, it's everyone else. And I mean EVERYONE. Dawson gets the 8:00am hour with 2 shows (1 with Sammy Davis Jr. Hosting, and then the Game Show Hosts episodes). Combs gets 9:00am, Anderson 10:00am, Karn 11:00am, O'Hurley 12:00pm, and Roker 1:00pm. Yes they're all celebrity shows.
Well, this is interesting. Dawson gets his first exposure since his removal last spring. He'll be good to see again. He was my favorite. Like that GSN's usuals are present, wouldn't be a normal day without them (some sarcasm there) As for everyone else, it must be turkey day.
Al Roker was not a bad host, it was the celebrities that turned me away, like the Kardashian's or Hugh Hefner's girlfriends. Considering I don't like those who are popular, that turned me away from the show. I've grown to dislike Combs more and more, so I probably won't watch. There is an Opryland show though, so I might (Bill Anderson is there). Louie.........Yeah I hope this is a one time deal. His voice sucked, his hosting sucked, and yeah. He didn't want to be there and eventually grew really bored (worse than Dawson did). Probably a one time deal like Match Game 98 (I Hope). Card Sharks 2001 is probably due to pop up sometime soon.
As for Black Friday, Steve gets everything from Noon eastern onward. Before that, 1985-1986 Syndicated episodes of $ale of the Century. That works for Black Friday with shopping. They're airing the First 8 episodes of that version, with the Shopping era. Some speculate that version will air soon. I think so, but not for awhile. Well, I'll be tuning in (or DVRing and saving). The earlier episodes were much better. The music package was better, more energy, better endgames. We'll see what happens. If the Syndicated version makes its way to the network, I'll be watching. If not and they stick with the 1988-1989 NBC shows, OK. I thought the show would never come to the network. Sometimes it's good to be wrong.
As for the overabundance of Harvey. No problem. I just won't watch :)
On Thanksgiving, it's all Family Feud. Steve Harvey? Yes from 2:00pm and onward. Before, it's everyone else. And I mean EVERYONE. Dawson gets the 8:00am hour with 2 shows (1 with Sammy Davis Jr. Hosting, and then the Game Show Hosts episodes). Combs gets 9:00am, Anderson 10:00am, Karn 11:00am, O'Hurley 12:00pm, and Roker 1:00pm. Yes they're all celebrity shows.
Well, this is interesting. Dawson gets his first exposure since his removal last spring. He'll be good to see again. He was my favorite. Like that GSN's usuals are present, wouldn't be a normal day without them (some sarcasm there) As for everyone else, it must be turkey day.
As for Black Friday, Steve gets everything from Noon eastern onward. Before that, 1985-1986 Syndicated episodes of $ale of the Century. That works for Black Friday with shopping. They're airing the First 8 episodes of that version, with the Shopping era. Some speculate that version will air soon. I think so, but not for awhile. Well, I'll be tuning in (or DVRing and saving). The earlier episodes were much better. The music package was better, more energy, better endgames. We'll see what happens. If the Syndicated version makes its way to the network, I'll be watching. If not and they stick with the 1988-1989 NBC shows, OK. I thought the show would never come to the network. Sometimes it's good to be wrong.
As for the overabundance of Harvey. No problem. I just won't watch :)
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Feud Funnies
Well, I love watching funny Family Feud moments. Anytime (on any version, even Louie and Combs) just makes you wanna laugh. One of my favorites is from This Episode. The girl responds to the Question "Something You Squeeze" with the answer Peanut Butter. Everyone laughs, but I guess when I was young (after this aired, years of course) I had a squeezable peanut butter thing. Oh well, guess that was after the time.
However some are just plain stupid. Just like This episode. Name an animal with 3 letters in its name. It goes from dumb, to dumber. Frog. Wow, that's just stupid. Alligator, wow. I remember first seeing this and banging my head against the wall. Yeah, but I also laughed.
Heck some answers, well made Richard laugh. Like the September episode. Overplayed yes, but the fact that Richard just won't stop laughing, I think it's priceless.
Funny moments. Several others like A Vegtable you Marinate "Grape" or a Yellow Fruit "Orange". Sometimes you crack under pressure though, and it provides hilarious results.
However some are just plain stupid. Just like This episode. Name an animal with 3 letters in its name. It goes from dumb, to dumber. Frog. Wow, that's just stupid. Alligator, wow. I remember first seeing this and banging my head against the wall. Yeah, but I also laughed.
Heck some answers, well made Richard laugh. Like the September episode. Overplayed yes, but the fact that Richard just won't stop laughing, I think it's priceless.
Funny moments. Several others like A Vegtable you Marinate "Grape" or a Yellow Fruit "Orange". Sometimes you crack under pressure though, and it provides hilarious results.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
GSN Daytime Changes Next Week
Well, I've been on a long vacation, that should've ended 2 days ago :) Well anyway, next week GSN is revamping its daytime schedule.
8:00am - Match Game 75 (1975-1977 Episodes)
8:30am - Match Game 75 (1975-1977 Episodes)
9:00am - Press Your Luck (1983-1984 Episodes)
9:30am - Sale of the Century (1988-1989 Episodes)
11:00am - Super Password (1986-1987 Episodes)
and for Weekends, we get the 1981-1982 episodes of Password Plus with Tom Kennedy.
Well, I for one am excited for these changes. Very excited to finally see some more Match Game 75 and more Press Your Luck. Not extremely excited for the final season of Password Plus but it does have Tom Kennedy which hasn't been seen forever. More Super Password episodes are always welcome.
As for Sale Of the Century all I can say is wow, I thought this show would never set foot on the schedule. Well, good thing I didn't necessarily bet my life, otherwise I'd be in huge trouble. It's a decent show, and I will enjoy it. I mean Jim Perry is an excellent host, so it's gonna be good. Starts Monday April 1st.
Yeah, we give up Dawson Feud and Card Sharks but oh well. They'll probably be back. This is the first time Dawson Feud has not been on the GSN lineup.
8:00am - Match Game 75 (1975-1977 Episodes)
8:30am - Match Game 75 (1975-1977 Episodes)
9:00am - Press Your Luck (1983-1984 Episodes)
9:30am - Sale of the Century (1988-1989 Episodes)
11:00am - Super Password (1986-1987 Episodes)
and for Weekends, we get the 1981-1982 episodes of Password Plus with Tom Kennedy.
Well, I for one am excited for these changes. Very excited to finally see some more Match Game 75 and more Press Your Luck. Not extremely excited for the final season of Password Plus but it does have Tom Kennedy which hasn't been seen forever. More Super Password episodes are always welcome.
As for Sale Of the Century all I can say is wow, I thought this show would never set foot on the schedule. Well, good thing I didn't necessarily bet my life, otherwise I'd be in huge trouble. It's a decent show, and I will enjoy it. I mean Jim Perry is an excellent host, so it's gonna be good. Starts Monday April 1st.
Yeah, we give up Dawson Feud and Card Sharks but oh well. They'll probably be back. This is the first time Dawson Feud has not been on the GSN lineup.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Memories
I think Thanksgiving is my favorite Holiday. Nah, that's Christmas. So it's Number 2. I think back to 5 Years ago tomorrow, as I will be on the coast hiking. I think back to the Viewer's Choice Marathon GSN did back in 2007. Happened around Thanksgiving. This was a few months before I joined the boards. Users voted for their favorite shows. Being that most of them were old fans, all old shows made the lineup. Smelling the turkey gives me memories of rare shows that never get time on the network. One of these shows is Bullseye. A show that was a combination of Tic Tac Dough and The Joker's Wild that was hosted by Jim Lange. Very good I might add, good music, actually good premise. Jim was always confident, and, well.. I enjoyed it. Not because it's old, but because it's good. Plus the Celebrity format wasn't too bad.
Also, I'd like to think about Hot Potato hosted by Bill Cullen. Good show, music, host, and more. Also aired on that marathon. Kind of a Family Feud style show. I enjoyed it. Bill did good, and the contestants were good. The celebrity format killed it though. Oh well.
Well, happy Thanksgiving.
Also, I'd like to think about Hot Potato hosted by Bill Cullen. Good show, music, host, and more. Also aired on that marathon. Kind of a Family Feud style show. I enjoyed it. Bill did good, and the contestants were good. The celebrity format killed it though. Oh well.
Well, happy Thanksgiving.
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Out With the Old, and In with the New, Another GSN Experiment
GSN has done a whole bunch of schedule shakeups. For example, this week Harvey Feud gains 2 hours in latenights, replacing Karn, Engvall, Jeopardy!, and Password Plus. And Baggage replaces The $25,000 Pyramid and Super Password in latenights. And now, on September 21, Baggage also will replace Match Game and the Richard Dawson Family Feud.
I am going to support this change. Time is moving on. Older shows (especially game shows) are no longer appealing to people, except a select few. I mean, on GSN, there getting awful numbers, and they are putrid compared to big stuff such as American Bible Challenge which pulls almost 1 million viewers each week, or The Pyramid. Looks like GSN has had it. Seeing how Match Game pulls around 100,000 viewers each week, and Dawson has just about 75,000 each week. Looks very wimpy compared to those stuff. Hey I enjoy both Match Game and Dawson's Feud, but no one else, except the die-hard fans do (not that there's 100,000 of them). GSN figures Baggage could do better numbers. If all else fails, there's always Harvey.
I truly enjoy older shows, as well as modern. But as time progresses, those shows only get older. Match Game is turning 40 in July. Sorry, they just don't work.
I am going to support this change. Time is moving on. Older shows (especially game shows) are no longer appealing to people, except a select few. I mean, on GSN, there getting awful numbers, and they are putrid compared to big stuff such as American Bible Challenge which pulls almost 1 million viewers each week, or The Pyramid. Looks like GSN has had it. Seeing how Match Game pulls around 100,000 viewers each week, and Dawson has just about 75,000 each week. Looks very wimpy compared to those stuff. Hey I enjoy both Match Game and Dawson's Feud, but no one else, except the die-hard fans do (not that there's 100,000 of them). GSN figures Baggage could do better numbers. If all else fails, there's always Harvey.
I truly enjoy older shows, as well as modern. But as time progresses, those shows only get older. Match Game is turning 40 in July. Sorry, they just don't work.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Contrary To Popular Belief
Well, everyone has their opinions. I have mine, and others do. And most of them are different. That is awesome, because it adds a lot of different views.
However there are some opinions, that everyone has, and it's heresy if you disagree. Here are 3 of them, that is "dangerous to disagree with"
The 2nd one. Meredith Vieria has hosted Who Wants To Be a Millionaire for 10 years and counting. Regis only did 3. Personally, I couldn't really get into Meredith, no matter how much I tried. She wasn't bad, but her style wasn't my favorite (no it has nothing to do with the fact she's a woman). Regis' style suited my tastes better, and seemed to fit the show perfectly, but that's just me. But in all fairness, Meredith has done the show for 10 years, and has kept the show successful so, she does get credit for that.
However there are some opinions, that everyone has, and it's heresy if you disagree. Here are 3 of them, that is "dangerous to disagree with"
- Ray Combs is the best host of Family Feud, and Karn sucks
- Meredith Vieria is a better Who Wants To Be a Millionaire host than Regis Philbin
- British Game Shows Beat American Game Shows
I'll look at the first one. Ray Combs, who hosted Family Feud from 1988-1994. I used to think Combs was awesome. But over time, as I got older (I'm 17 now), I found his jokes not to be funny (but I still find Dawson's funny, and they're really out of date), and tasteless, and his style quickly wore off on me. Yes, I am glad GSN no longer (and probably never will again) carries the show. Plus his exit on his last show, the way he acted, was just unprofessional. Dawson's return seemed so much better to me. Although, the rest of Ray's life at this point, was very tragic. Suicide is not a good thing. He probably had his brain chemicals out of whack, and I understand that happens to some people, but if he had gotten some help, things probably would've been different. As for Karn, I used to hate him, but some how I grew to appreciate him more. He wasn't that bad.
The last one, The British are Better Than Us. I disagree. Shows like The Exit List, The Cube, Countdown, Cleverdicks, and the British versions of some shows. I just didn't like them that much. Sorry, and plus I think some people act like they're the best thing that's ever happened in existence (OK, it might be an over-exaggeration). Although, I will admit, I do have a soft spot for Family Fortunes, and Blockbusters (with Bob Holness, and Simon Mayo) and thought the concept of The Colour of Money was pretty awesome.
These are just my opinions. Keep your own, and hope I didn't offend too many people.
Monday, June 4, 2012
Online Pick of the Week (6/3) - Family Feud Unaired Speech
After Richard's passing, for my pick this week is an unaired finale speech from Richard Dawson. This is really amazing. He really was awesome. Enjoy.
Richard Dawson's unaired Family Feud finale speech, my online pick of the week.
Richard Dawson's unaired Family Feud finale speech, my online pick of the week.
GSN pays tribute
To those who say GSN has no class, they're wrong. They still have some. Here is what GSN said in a thread of theres
Awesome. The 7:00pm episode is not in GSN's current range, so that otta be cool to see again. The other episodes look good too, but when I read the 10:00pm episode, I had to rub my eyes. Yup, his 1994 return. This is gonna be good, and I'm recording every episode of this.
GSN, you're great.
On Thursday, June 7th we will air a tribute to game show great Richard Dawson from 7:00pm to 11:00pm ET (check your local listings). The 4-hour stunt will feature some of his best moments on both Family Feud and Match Game.
In addition, we aired an extra episode of Dawson Family Feud tonight (6/4) at 8:00pm, pre-empting an O’Hurley Family Feud. A special Richard Dawson tribute spot premiered tonight during the 8:00pm episode, and will air in regular episodes of Family Feud throughout the week.
Below is the episode schedule for Thursday:
7:00 pm ET Family Feud 78-070: Richard’s son Gary is on the show because he has won an acting award
7:30 pm ET Match Game 259 TM: Contestant wins matching Richard; she kisses him, McLean Stevenson kisses Richard
8:00 pm ET Family Feud 80-189 TM: Well known and beloved “September” episode
8:30 pm ET Match Game 236 TM: Gene & Richard get into a fight on Loretta Swift’s behalf
9:00 pm ET Family Feud 81-073 TM: Richard meets 2nd wife Gretchen, who is a contestant on the show
9:30 pm ET Family Feud 80-226 TM: Taped on Richard’s birthday, his two sons are on the show
10:00 pm ET Family Feud 001: (60 minutes) Richard returns to Family Feud after 9 years
Awesome. The 7:00pm episode is not in GSN's current range, so that otta be cool to see again. The other episodes look good too, but when I read the 10:00pm episode, I had to rub my eyes. Yup, his 1994 return. This is gonna be good, and I'm recording every episode of this.
GSN, you're great.
Remembering a Legend - Richard Dawson
Well, on Saturday, it was the 16th anniversary since Family Feud host Ray Combs passed away. Unfortunately, the original Feud host, Richard Dawson, passed away at age 79. Unfortunately, 2012 isn't at the halfway point yet and 4 game show personalities have passed on. However, death is a part of life, and no one lives forever. I will now take this time to pay my own tribute to Richard and his accomplishments, as he is one of my favorite television personalities of all time, by far.
First, Richard got his start on Hogan's Heroes. That was one of my favorite shows, and he did a good job as Corporal Newkirk. That was a funny show. Hopefully some episodes will appear soon. He did good. I enjoyed it. In 1972, he was a panelist on the revival of I've Got A Secret with Steve Allen as host. He did very good on that I thought. That is one accomplishment that is often overlooked.
Another one of my favorites was Match Game. He was a regular panelist on that show from 1973-1978. He sat in the 5th chair. He was a bright panelist, and very hilarious, such as this moment. He made tons of matches on the show and won a lot of contestants money.A star wheel was introduced to combat people choosing Richard, and the First time the plan failed, and everyone rage quit (almost, they walked off). Very many funny moments on this show. It was very fun to watch, and he was my favorite. At least he's with Gene, Brett, Charles, McLean, uh, Bert, Allen Ludden, and others who played the game who have passed on. This is what I enjoyed him best on, no doubt about that. Weird I was watching the last segment of Match Game 74 on GSN this morning, and I logged on the computer after a couple days absence, and read that Richard had passed away.
His best known accomplishment is Family Feud. He started in 1976 and was picked due to his brilliance on Match Game. He was known for kissing the female (and jokingly some male) contestants. He was the best when it came to the Feud, his class and more was just amazing. He handled it best. The show ended in 1985, and produced more than 2000 episodes. He was definetely the master at this. He was my favorite, and the original. He also returned in 1994 and didn't kiss the ladies. In 1981, he met a woman named Gretchen Johnson on the show, and they eventually married. That was a special moment. There was also a hilarious moment when a contestant gave a very STUPID answer. What made this interesting is Richard could not stop laughing.
R.I.P. Richard. You were great
First, Richard got his start on Hogan's Heroes. That was one of my favorite shows, and he did a good job as Corporal Newkirk. That was a funny show. Hopefully some episodes will appear soon. He did good. I enjoyed it. In 1972, he was a panelist on the revival of I've Got A Secret with Steve Allen as host. He did very good on that I thought. That is one accomplishment that is often overlooked.
Another one of my favorites was Match Game. He was a regular panelist on that show from 1973-1978. He sat in the 5th chair. He was a bright panelist, and very hilarious, such as this moment. He made tons of matches on the show and won a lot of contestants money.A star wheel was introduced to combat people choosing Richard, and the First time the plan failed, and everyone rage quit (almost, they walked off). Very many funny moments on this show. It was very fun to watch, and he was my favorite. At least he's with Gene, Brett, Charles, McLean, uh, Bert, Allen Ludden, and others who played the game who have passed on. This is what I enjoyed him best on, no doubt about that. Weird I was watching the last segment of Match Game 74 on GSN this morning, and I logged on the computer after a couple days absence, and read that Richard had passed away.
His best known accomplishment is Family Feud. He started in 1976 and was picked due to his brilliance on Match Game. He was known for kissing the female (and jokingly some male) contestants. He was the best when it came to the Feud, his class and more was just amazing. He handled it best. The show ended in 1985, and produced more than 2000 episodes. He was definetely the master at this. He was my favorite, and the original. He also returned in 1994 and didn't kiss the ladies. In 1981, he met a woman named Gretchen Johnson on the show, and they eventually married. That was a special moment. There was also a hilarious moment when a contestant gave a very STUPID answer. What made this interesting is Richard could not stop laughing.
R.I.P. Richard. You were great
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
And, We Change....AGAIN
Well, GSN is changing the schedule yet again, and daytime looks to be getting some changes.Let's look at them, shall we.
At 8:00am, Match Game departs and Richard Dawson's Family Feud moves in. There's your first error. His version of Feud has proven it cannot start of the day. Remember 2 years ago when Dawson's version couldn't crack 100K on a regular basis. It does currently at 9:00am, but that's because he's got Gene as a lead-in. This will hurt whatever is at 8:30am, which is still Match Game 74.
At 9:00am is Password Plus. Looks to me like the show is failing at 10:00am, and they're giving it a throwaway slot. And with a potential week 9:00am hour, yep, this show's gonna fail :( I also wonder if they will run the episodes they have now 7 days a week considering the fact the show got added to Weekends. Meaning if they air an episode Friday, meaning the next episode will air Saturday. Hm.
As for the next change, The $100,000 Pyramid will air at 10:00am. Well, here's the first good part I see. Good addition, whether it be 1985-1986, or even 1987-1988 (Which they're airing), good move.
And Chain Reaction will air at 11:30am. Yeah, GSN's version. I think Match Game should've been left there.
And for Noon, we've got Jeopardy!. Hm, that's interesting, Alex always seems to show up in that spot.
At 8:00am, Match Game departs and Richard Dawson's Family Feud moves in. There's your first error. His version of Feud has proven it cannot start of the day. Remember 2 years ago when Dawson's version couldn't crack 100K on a regular basis. It does currently at 9:00am, but that's because he's got Gene as a lead-in. This will hurt whatever is at 8:30am, which is still Match Game 74.
At 9:00am is Password Plus. Looks to me like the show is failing at 10:00am, and they're giving it a throwaway slot. And with a potential week 9:00am hour, yep, this show's gonna fail :( I also wonder if they will run the episodes they have now 7 days a week considering the fact the show got added to Weekends. Meaning if they air an episode Friday, meaning the next episode will air Saturday. Hm.
As for the next change, The $100,000 Pyramid will air at 10:00am. Well, here's the first good part I see. Good addition, whether it be 1985-1986, or even 1987-1988 (Which they're airing), good move.
And Chain Reaction will air at 11:30am. Yeah, GSN's version. I think Match Game should've been left there.
And for Noon, we've got Jeopardy!. Hm, that's interesting, Alex always seems to show up in that spot.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
All The Feud's Men, I'm Going to Rate Them Together Again
1. Early Dawson (1976-1981) - Dawson was full of energy, the game was just fun, and at the right pace. He was the best.
2. O'Hurley - This is when I first really watched First-Run. O'Hurley did really good. And the jumping at the buzzer didn't bother me one bit. Nope. Very good choice to replace Karn.
3. Karn (2003-2006) - Karn's last 3 seasons were good. I appreciate them very much now. I used to not like Karn because I used to be an "Older is Better" fanatic, but I love it now.
4. Harvey - A great new host, and has made it a success. If the writers would cut down on the sex questions, this show would be perfect.
5. Later Dawson (1982-1985, 1994-1995) - Dawson seemed to lose his energy, but it was still watchable. Same with his 1994-1995 return. It was OK.
6. Combs - OK who hired this guy? Ray was an awful host. I do understand his tragic ending of his life, but that has NOTHING to do with his hosting. He just sucked at hosting this show.
8. Roker - Just awkward to watch. Very awful, and yes like Louie, unwatchable.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Harvey does Swell, But Only That
Well, another set of GSN ratings has been updated. Hey, it's Steve Harvey's first week on GSN. Well, he got 5 slots in the top ten. His highest, 390,000 viewers. The top show was a Sunday Night 5th Grader airing and that was 401,000 viewers. Well, he did well, but the ratings are sinking in quicksand. Maybe the block scheduling isn't working out too well.
Monday Feud - 261K
Newlywed Tuesday - 225K
Harvey Wednesday - 326K
Deal Thursday - 173K
Pyramid Friday - 231K.
Wow, Howie took a huge fall on Thursday nights. Don't know what that was about, but it happened. Newlyweds are slipping a little bit. Hate the show, but that's bad for GSN (the ratings).
Other notes to point out on the schedule, Karn at 4:00pm does well with 258K for that hour. It's been better, and that's the best hour out there. Chain Reaction's return to the lineup averaged 204K. Not the best, but it could've been much worse. The new afternoon spot for 5th Grader averaged 240K. Perry's Card Sharks exits with a 215K average, while Eubanks leaves with a pathetic 172K. Yeah, he doesn't work in daytime, and Bert Convy with Super Password will end up working a lot better. Still daytime could use some changes (episode wise) And why GSN is keeping Dancing With the Stars is probably to be getting their money's worth, gee that show is stinking.
And also, O'Hurley will take over the 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday slots here in the next couple weeks.
Monday Feud - 261K
Newlywed Tuesday - 225K
Harvey Wednesday - 326K
Deal Thursday - 173K
Pyramid Friday - 231K.
Wow, Howie took a huge fall on Thursday nights. Don't know what that was about, but it happened. Newlyweds are slipping a little bit. Hate the show, but that's bad for GSN (the ratings).
Other notes to point out on the schedule, Karn at 4:00pm does well with 258K for that hour. It's been better, and that's the best hour out there. Chain Reaction's return to the lineup averaged 204K. Not the best, but it could've been much worse. The new afternoon spot for 5th Grader averaged 240K. Perry's Card Sharks exits with a 215K average, while Eubanks leaves with a pathetic 172K. Yeah, he doesn't work in daytime, and Bert Convy with Super Password will end up working a lot better. Still daytime could use some changes (episode wise) And why GSN is keeping Dancing With the Stars is probably to be getting their money's worth, gee that show is stinking.
And also, O'Hurley will take over the 4:00pm-6:00pm Sunday slots here in the next couple weeks.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Steve and GSN
Well, last night I saw the Family Feud on GSN with Steve Harvey. I just have to say thank you to GSN for airing this. I've only been able to see a few episodes of Steve's tenure (especially last season). I saw many cool things like the Belt family. That one guy after winning fast money just ran behind the board, and well, it was funny. I especially liked the part where the family is snapping their belts and Steve was like "You just shut up, I have had it. We're trying to play the Feud here." Ah Steve. Yeah there were a couple references to the male organ, but other than that, the show was pretty clean. Well, GSN, you did well on this. Thank you for making my Wednesday night great. Well, looking forward to Password Plus and Super Password on Monday. I'm excited.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
My Opinions
I have opinions. And to me those are the most important. Other people have opinions, and that's OK. Some I do disagree with, and some I do agree with. When it comes to Family Feud, they vary. Here's a convesation from the boards:
It does well for them. Steve will definitely help ratings out A LOT. You don't have to watch.
Of course, some law states you get an oppostie reaction, here it is:
Hey, I like Steve's version, yeah it could lower down on the sex jokes, but Steve does a good job.
A poster: Why anyone would want to see episodes from last year this soon is beyond me.I love Harvey's era. I never got to see many episodes last year because I was in school. This gives me a chance to see these episodes. I'm also sure the average viewer would love to see these.
Same Poster: A sad anniversary for sure because the Combs version is my favoriteYeah, 2 years since they stopped showing Match Game PM. Personally I don't care for Combs, so that would be a happy anniversary for me.
Same Poster: And yes GSN can't get enough of post-2002 Feud
It does well for them. Steve will definitely help ratings out A LOT. You don't have to watch.
Of course, some law states you get an oppostie reaction, here it is:
You weren't missing much, the producers started dumbing down the questions so contestants would say dirty answers and Steve could act foolish. And this season they really made an effort to include at least 1 sex joke or relationship question in each show for said desired result.
With shows like Baggage, Love Triangle, and R-Rated versions of the Newlywed Game and Lingo, I'm sure Family Feud with dumbed down questions and a host that can act like a bafoon will fit right in on GSN. I guess sex does sell. I won't watch though.
Hey, I like Steve's version, yeah it could lower down on the sex jokes, but Steve does a good job.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Another Night of Surveys
Well, I once said (or if I didn't, I had a feeling) that Steve Harvey's Family Feud would turn up on GSN before September 2012. Well, I'm Right!!! This is amazing. On March 28th, 2012, at 7:00pm, GSN will air 5 hours of Steve Harvey's Family Feud replacing Baggage. Baggage has really hit some rought times on GSN with ratings, so this is no surprise. Hey, a new season started today.
I have a feeling Harvey will do well. He has dramtically boosted the first run Syndicated ratings, and Karn and O'Hurley are GSN Feud winners. I personally can't wait, of course, there are complaints. Well, GSN, you did something great, I'm impressed. It starts March 28th, at 7:00pm.
Also, another note, The Power of 10 disappears from the weekend schedule during that week as well. Another Deal or No Deal episode replaces it.
I have a feeling Harvey will do well. He has dramtically boosted the first run Syndicated ratings, and Karn and O'Hurley are GSN Feud winners. I personally can't wait, of course, there are complaints. Well, GSN, you did something great, I'm impressed. It starts March 28th, at 7:00pm.
Also, another note, The Power of 10 disappears from the weekend schedule during that week as well. Another Deal or No Deal episode replaces it.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
More GSN Ratings, and Some More Notes
All rights, let's look at some more GSN ratings folks. The February 6-12 ratings are in. Well, I saw some interesting numbers all around. There were a few 500K's, and 400K's. That was actually a pretty darn good week if you ask me. Here are some observations I'd like to point out:
• Maybe block scheduling is good. Family Feud pulls big numbers on Monday Night.
• 5th Grader did decent in pretty much all slots. Hey, this show works.
• DWTS pulls OK numbers on Saturday nights. Let's forget about the other slots.
• Perry's Card Sharks and The $100,000 Pyramid are the greatest combination in mornings. 252K in the 10:00am hour. Match Game 74 at 11:30am did OK, but Eubanks in daytime just doesn't work. Try Pyramid or something else.
Wondering how the block scheduling stuff did? Here is the averages:
Feud Mondays - 442K
Newlywed Game - 332K
Baggage Wednesdays - 254K
Deal Thursdays - 346K
Dancing Fridays - 217K (second set 128K)
Dancing Saturdays - 241K
5th Grader Sundays - 462K
Feud, Newlywed Game, and Deal or No Deal rock latenights. While Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader reigns majestic over Sunday nights. Baggage has lost some steam apparently, not good IMO. I like this show. There are rumors it's going into syndication.
Dancing averaged 241K on Saturday nights. Not totally bad, but not good like on Monday night. But GSN can live with those numbers. Fridays (which I will speak about later) averaged 217K for the first set, and 128K for the second set (11:00am-4:00am). Not great, but it will probably do for now.
Also, you may have noticed that I deleted the post about The $100,000 Pyramid on Friday nights. It turns out that is not happening. They're going back with what the originally planned on showing, so that post does not need to be there. That's why the post is gone.
• Maybe block scheduling is good. Family Feud pulls big numbers on Monday Night.
• 5th Grader did decent in pretty much all slots. Hey, this show works.
• DWTS pulls OK numbers on Saturday nights. Let's forget about the other slots.
• Perry's Card Sharks and The $100,000 Pyramid are the greatest combination in mornings. 252K in the 10:00am hour. Match Game 74 at 11:30am did OK, but Eubanks in daytime just doesn't work. Try Pyramid or something else.
Wondering how the block scheduling stuff did? Here is the averages:
Feud Mondays - 442K
Newlywed Game - 332K
Baggage Wednesdays - 254K
Deal Thursdays - 346K
Dancing Fridays - 217K (second set 128K)
Dancing Saturdays - 241K
5th Grader Sundays - 462K
Feud, Newlywed Game, and Deal or No Deal rock latenights. While Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader reigns majestic over Sunday nights. Baggage has lost some steam apparently, not good IMO. I like this show. There are rumors it's going into syndication.
Dancing averaged 241K on Saturday nights. Not totally bad, but not good like on Monday night. But GSN can live with those numbers. Fridays (which I will speak about later) averaged 217K for the first set, and 128K for the second set (11:00am-4:00am). Not great, but it will probably do for now.
Also, you may have noticed that I deleted the post about The $100,000 Pyramid on Friday nights. It turns out that is not happening. They're going back with what the originally planned on showing, so that post does not need to be there. That's why the post is gone.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
My Personal Top 10 Favorite Game Shows
1. Match Game 1973-1982 versions. Loved it, very funny, amazing host, announcer, gameplay and it was just funny.
2. Card Sharks (Perry/Rafferty) 2 best versions, the 1978 version was the best, Perry was a great host. Rafferty did good too. Loved the gameplay, it was fun.
3. The Price is Right with the exception of Davidson's version, this is a very good show. Each one is great, and each host contributed something great to put on the table
4. Family Feud (Dawson/O'Hurley/Karn/Harvey) Great hosts (listed in order of favortism) fun show, surveys, been around a long time. Sorry, Combs and Anderson sucked at hosting this show.
5. Password (All Versions). Fun word game to play. Allen Ludden was an awesome host. All other hosts did good too, especially Regis.
6. Let's Make a Deal - Monty Hall did great on the original 1963 version, that was a great team. The current version also is good too.
7. Pyramid - With the exception of the John Davidson sorry revival, this show was amazing, an extension of password. Very fun. The 1980's versions were the best. Donny Osmond did OK, and the 70's versions vere fun too, not as exciting, but it was just getting started. Cullen did good too.
8. Press Your Luck - I have always found the whammies fascinating. This was a fun show for me, and Peter handled it well.
9. Blockbusters - This was also a fun quiz show IMO. Both Bill's did well. Bob Holness was amazing, and the UK version is great
10. Who Wants To Be a Millionaire (The Regis Years) - Regis was the best. I love the show, and I thought he handled it well. I never really got into Meredith. Yeah she's lasted longer, but my heart belongs to Regis (when it comes to Millionaire)
Other shows that I enjoy. Deal or No Deal, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, 1 vs. 100, Russian Roulette
2. Card Sharks (Perry/Rafferty) 2 best versions, the 1978 version was the best, Perry was a great host. Rafferty did good too. Loved the gameplay, it was fun.
3. The Price is Right with the exception of Davidson's version, this is a very good show. Each one is great, and each host contributed something great to put on the table
4. Family Feud (Dawson/O'Hurley/Karn/Harvey) Great hosts (listed in order of favortism) fun show, surveys, been around a long time. Sorry, Combs and Anderson sucked at hosting this show.
5. Password (All Versions). Fun word game to play. Allen Ludden was an awesome host. All other hosts did good too, especially Regis.
6. Let's Make a Deal - Monty Hall did great on the original 1963 version, that was a great team. The current version also is good too.
7. Pyramid - With the exception of the John Davidson sorry revival, this show was amazing, an extension of password. Very fun. The 1980's versions were the best. Donny Osmond did OK, and the 70's versions vere fun too, not as exciting, but it was just getting started. Cullen did good too.
9. Blockbusters - This was also a fun quiz show IMO. Both Bill's did well. Bob Holness was amazing, and the UK version is great
10. Who Wants To Be a Millionaire (The Regis Years) - Regis was the best. I love the show, and I thought he handled it well. I never really got into Meredith. Yeah she's lasted longer, but my heart belongs to Regis (when it comes to Millionaire)
Other shows that I enjoy. Deal or No Deal, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, 1 vs. 100, Russian Roulette
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
A Lot of Crap
Well, I have had better days for sure. This one I found out first. GSN is changing it's schedule in January. Starting January 23rd First, the ever popular Saturday night winners, Karn and O'Hurley on Family Feud will get Monday nights, with Karn at 7:00pm-9:30pm, and O'Hurley at 9:30pm-12:00am. OK. Tuesdays-Thursdays. Fridays,
Will now feature Karn Feud at 2:00pm, 3 hours of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader 3:00pm. I can live with that. Then after that, I'm changing the channel. At 6:00pm-4:00am, is Dancing with the Stars. Yeah, I will not be watching. I absolutely hate this show with a passion, and now they're running it to hell. Freakin wow. On Saturday nights, it airs again from 6:00pm-4:00am. Yay, I no longer have to worry about Saturday night TV. At least last years Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! is on. Sometimes I hang with friends, so I don't have to worry if I'm DVRing something. Hey, I'll be dancing when the show premieres.
And it takes over 1:00pm-6:00pm on Sundays. Flashback Fridays are gone, which is now The $100,000 Pyramid for 5 hours.
Will now feature Karn Feud at 2:00pm, 3 hours of Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader 3:00pm. I can live with that. Then after that, I'm changing the channel. At 6:00pm-4:00am, is Dancing with the Stars. Yeah, I will not be watching. I absolutely hate this show with a passion, and now they're running it to hell. Freakin wow. On Saturday nights, it airs again from 6:00pm-4:00am. Yay, I no longer have to worry about Saturday night TV. At least last years Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! is on. Sometimes I hang with friends, so I don't have to worry if I'm DVRing something. Hey, I'll be dancing when the show premieres.
And it takes over 1:00pm-6:00pm on Sundays. Flashback Fridays are gone, which is now The $100,000 Pyramid for 5 hours.
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