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1/22/07

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Last night, I COMPLETELY flipped out when I read online that Veronica Mars was being bumped for the new Pussycat Dolls Reality Show. I mean, WHAT? I thought that this meant that Veronica was not coming back as scheduled, and proceeded to basically have an aneurysm, until I finally calmed down enough to check the true authority, The Ausiello Report, which clarified it thusly: "Veronica Mars will go on hiatus for eight weeks beginning March 6th to make way for the Pussycat Dolls reality show. Mars will return with five stand alone eps in April." To which I say: WHEW. And breathe. But at the same time, eight weeks? That's two months, people. What's up with that?

Plus, there's a certain irony, if not insult, to replacing one of the smartest shows on TV with, well....I'm not dissing the Pussycat Dolls, but something tells me we won't be getting the same witty banter, expert storylines and all around awesome-ness from them that we'd expect from Veronica and Co. And while I want to be hopeful, a few episodes, a hiatus, then five stand alones doesn't really seem to bode well for next season. I know, I know, I'm in no position to say anything about what anyone watches, especially since I did watch four hours of Idol last week. (But not this one: I am sticking to my pledge, no more auditions.) But it's like Owen Armstrong says in Just Listen: "If it can be pollution or art, why wouldn't you choose art?" (On a side note, how tacky is it to quote YOURSELF to make a point? Don't answer that.) I know the CW could care less what I think. But it just seems kind of lame. I mean, I'd rather watch Jason Dohring read the dictionary, personally, than the Pussycat Dolls do anything. But again, that's probably just me.

Okay, enough complaining. See how I get all riled up about the littlest thing? I think maybe, what I need for this Monday is a bit of zen. Or, barring that, thousands of superballs bouncing down the streets of San Francisco. I heard about this clip at a party this weekend, and I have to admit, even though it is a commercial, it's oddly soothing. Say it with me: ahhhhhh.


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On January 22nd, 2007 02:36 pm (UTC), [info]cougar_cowgirl commented:
Stand-alone episodes? As in, not related to the rest of the season?
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On January 22nd, 2007 02:40 pm (UTC), [info]newport2newport commented:
Aaaaaaah, and yes, a little aaarrrrgh about the Pussycat Dolls. Did you read about the controversy that erupted on their publicity tour? I laughed -- and wrote about it on my blog.

Enjoy your day!

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On January 22nd, 2007 02:41 pm (UTC), [info]skagrldani commented:
Thanks for the VM update--I nearly had a heart attack just reading your post. I'm not thrilled with the five stand-alones. But then that does make the accelerated plot of the beginning of the season make sense.

The bouncey balls commercial is amazing and made me smile.

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On January 22nd, 2007 02:55 pm (UTC), [info]frabelle commented:
If you liked that, you should watch the high-definition, full-length version of the ad:

http://www.bravia-advert.com/commercial/braviaextcommhigh.html

So cool!

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On January 22nd, 2007 03:04 pm (UTC), [info]moowithme113 commented:
I really should start watching VM *ducks and runs for cover*. I know I won't be watch the Pussy Cat Dolls at any rate. I can't stand them.

Yay for bouncing balls. They're sure to brighten up a day.

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On January 22nd, 2007 03:16 pm (UTC), [info]bookcollector commented:
I don't watch Veronica Mars. It just doesn't interest me. But the Pussycat Dolls? Come on! Until America stops obsessing over mean, ridiculous, shallow reality shows, the industry will keep spitting them out -- because everyone follows suit instead of coming up with something original and intelligent. If last week's American Idol ratings are any indicator, America is still eating this reality stuff up and there's no escape.
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On January 22nd, 2007 04:06 pm (UTC), (Anonymous) replied:
Britain, too. Celebrity Big Brother caused an international incident this last week, which i think only served to boost its popularity. I can't think why anyone would want to watch a whole load of people being horrible to each other for series after series...
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On January 22nd, 2007 03:34 pm (UTC), [info]zeldappa commented:
I'm coming to the conclusion that the CW doesn't care one inkling about VM. I don't think I've ever seen a promo for it, even when I see 8 billion for Gilmore Girls, Supernatural, and that Superman show. Why not promote VM right after the big GG promos?
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On January 22nd, 2007 06:36 pm (UTC), [info]asherz86 replied:
actually, I've seen quite a few ads for VM, usually during Smallville ("that Superman show") or even Supernatural
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On January 22nd, 2007 03:47 pm (UTC), [info]literaticat commented:
that's my neighborhood! when they filmed it, every kid ended up with fistfuls of those things.
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On January 22nd, 2007 03:53 pm (UTC), [info]opheliandreams commented:
i do love that commercial, it is soothing.

and trust me, it is always okay to quote yourself. :)

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On January 22nd, 2007 04:15 pm (UTC), [info]caffeinerd commented:
The Pussycat Dolls? You're being quite diplomatic about it...so I'll just say...SERIOUSLY?! EWWWWWWWWW.

I'm studying abroad in Italy, and yesterday my landlady was trying to be nice so turned on MTV (as it's mostly in English with subtitles)...but ew. Admittedly, I just didn't grow up with cable (and I watched plennty of TV without),but I pretty much can't stand it--the Hulk Hogan-y show was on. Americans=MTV and the Pussycat Dolls...awesome.

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On January 22nd, 2007 04:29 pm (UTC), [info]tenpaperhearts commented:
Wha?! I had no idea about the VM thing. I was so looking forward to it coming back this Tuesday (aka tomorrow) but now I won't be able to enjoy it knowing they're taking it away! The Pussycat Dolls are ridicously overhyped and nothing they could do on a television could possibly interest me. I say everyone boycotts it.

Also, I think it's awesome that you quote yourself. You wrote a book, so hey, why not?

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On January 22nd, 2007 04:55 pm (UTC), [info]katers_22 commented:
Noo!
You are completely right to be upset! They bumped Veronica Mars for... a Pussycat Dolls reality show? Wha? And you're right, this doesn't look good for next year.

At least we have our Veronica until March 6th.

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On January 22nd, 2007 05:06 pm (UTC), [info]redheadedali commented:
I mean, I'd rather watch Jason Dohring read the dictionary, personally, than the Pussycat Dolls do anything. But again, that's probably just me.

No, Sarah. No, it's not.

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On January 23rd, 2007 04:07 am (UTC), [info]elmarshall replied:
Agreed!
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On January 22nd, 2007 05:42 pm (UTC), [info]cellardoor12 commented:
There's a really long interview with Rob Thomas on televisionwithoutpity.com. It made me feel better about VM things and not so despondent about the prospects for a season four, although, it still doesn't seem like a sure bet. (A note at the beginning of the interview says it's spoilery, but it really didn't spoil anything major.)

All we can do is hope the Pussycat Dolls don't get good ratings!

Cary

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On January 22nd, 2007 05:59 pm (UTC), [info]destroymebaby commented:
I would rather watch Jason Dohring chew gum instead of watch the Pussycat Dolls! Veroinca has already been on a long hiatus and it doesn't need another one! It is such a good show!
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On January 22nd, 2007 06:59 pm (UTC), [info]emiline commented:
You are definitely not the only one who'd rather watch Jason Dohring do anything at all, than watch the Pussycat Dolls. It's already been ages since the last new episode of VM, I don't want to have another big break to wait through! Sigh.
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On January 22nd, 2007 07:39 pm (UTC), [info]jess_izzle commented:
it's cool to quote yourself.
as i have said before. lol
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On January 22nd, 2007 08:30 pm (UTC), [info]rhea123 commented:
I agree with with the whole pussycat dolls thing.Very lame.
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On January 22nd, 2007 08:37 pm (UTC), [info]drea5632 commented:
Bring on Jason and that dictionary. I go through Veronica withdrawls!! I need more. Seriously. CW. I have so many complaints. If Gilmore is going to be not as good, then at least give us our brilliant Veronica.
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On January 22nd, 2007 08:59 pm (UTC), [info]purplicious404 commented:
Veronica Mars is absolutely the best show out there. I could barely live without Veronica Mars for the winter hiatus, but another one? I think I'll die.

And there's definitely something wrong with putting the Pussycat Dolls in place of Veronica Mars. I hope nobody watches that show.

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On January 22nd, 2007 10:09 pm (UTC), [info]fallgown commented:
"I'd rather watch Jason Dohring read the dictionary."
Same here! Well, I don't know about Jason Dohring, but um, Jensen Ackles!!

Anyhow, I totally don't understand the things they dare put on television. Seriously. The mind of people these days.

Although I don't watch Veronica Mars, I do sympathize with you!

And I thought it was pretty cool to quote yourself. I like that quote!

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On January 22nd, 2007 10:59 pm (UTC), [info]justamemory27 commented:
I know this may be random but do you by any chance know the name of the song in that commercial. you were right it really was soothing.
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On January 23rd, 2007 12:50 am (UTC), (Anonymous) replied:
The song is "Heartbeats" by Jose Gonzalez.
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On January 22nd, 2007 11:17 pm (UTC), [info]arielsong commented:
wow, that commercial really was soothing. I can't believe that about veronica mars! that's so stupid, they should just have vm run until an early season finale or something and then do the pussycat dolls show. argh, now tuesday nights are totally ruined, except for American Idol i guess, although that is sucking right now too.
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On January 22nd, 2007 11:42 pm (UTC), [info]onehappykat commented:
Poor Veronica Mars. Consistantly being ignored and forgotten. =(
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On January 23rd, 2007 12:09 am (UTC), [info]imafoxgrr commented:
I'd rather watch Jason Dohring read the dictionary, personally, than the Pussycat Dolls do anything.

I completely agree. Although it would be pretty amusing to watch the Pussycat Dolls try to read the dictionary.

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On January 23rd, 2007 12:47 am (UTC), (Anonymous) commented:
Bouncy Ball Commercial
AH!! It makes me so happy that you put that commercial on your blog. It is SO cool. A friend showed it to me last spring, and now I watch it when I need to de-stress. I've never heard anyone else mention it before though. :)
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On January 23rd, 2007 01:17 am (UTC), [info]luckyno13 commented:
You know what's even better?

This clip!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjCY-2322d8

Post that tomorrow! :)

Also, you can watch all season 3 episodes online now for free at:
http://video.cwtv.com/index.html?start=0&stop=-1&show=veronicamars&ep=309#

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On January 23rd, 2007 01:32 am (UTC), [info]chickpokipsie commented:
That commercial is absolutely amazing. I heard about it a few months ago, and I watch it all the time...have you ever seen the one with paint exploding all over buildings? That one is pretty cool too. The song in the commercial is "Heartbeats", by Jose Gonzalez...one of my favorite songs of all time. What a calming commercial. Good pick.
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On January 23rd, 2007 04:04 am (UTC), (Anonymous) commented:
Mandy Moore
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/22/AR2007012200943.html

Poor Mandy! We need to find her a nice guy (I really thought it was Andy. sigh).

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On January 23rd, 2007 06:31 am (UTC), [info]itmakesaspark commented:
NOOOOOOOOO i can't believe they did that to veronica mars! :(
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On January 23rd, 2007 07:07 pm (UTC), [info]notazoo14 commented:
Veronica Mars
i think you are totally right about the Veronica thing. I love that show and it shouldn't be pushed back because of the Pussycat Dolls.
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