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New AD fan · 11-18-2005, 08:19 AM

Martha Stewart's "Apprentice": GONE!!

So when can we expect to see American Dreams return to Wednesday night again?

http://www.stuff.co.nz/stuff/0,2106,...4a1869,00.html

Sources said that NBC has passed on ordering another round of episodes of the Stewart-hosted edition of The Apprentice, which has struggled in the ratings since its September 21 premiere.

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AD FAN · 11-18-2005, 04:58 PM

Bad for NBC = good for us.

I highly doubt that "AD" will come back though.

rusyd · 11-19-2005, 12:26 PM

I heard Martha's show stank. I never watched it.

tom g · 11-22-2005, 09:14 AM

The boycott of NBC is working. Have you seen their dismal ratings
Keep up the good work!!

Dreamsluvver · 11-22-2005, 05:40 PM

I know, it's groovy, isn't it?? AD won't be back, but we can at least make a statement to NBC!!!

Jilly

Dr. Thong · 11-22-2005, 06:33 PM

Could someone here explain to me how this "boycott" is taking place?? Seems to me that unless you're keeping a Nielsen diary (the company that measures TV ratings) and your TV watching data is being analysed, a "boycott" is meaningless.

Of course, there could be more to this than I know, so I'd like to hear an explanation if there is one.

Peace.

AD FAN · 11-22-2005, 06:57 PM

Last Week's Network Primetime Averages (zap2it.com)
1 CSI - CBS
2 DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES - ABC
3 WITHOUT A TRACE - CBS
4 CSI: MIAMI - CBS
4 GREY'S ANATOMY - ABC
6 LOST - ABC
7 NFL MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL - ABC
8 60 MINUTES - CBS
9 SURVIVOR: GUATEMALA - CBS
10 CMA AWARDS(S) - CBS
10 COLD CASE - CBS
12 LAW AND ORDER:SVU - NBC
13 CSI: NY - CBS
13 E.R. - NBC
15 NFL MONDAY SHOWCASE - ABC
15 TWO AND A HALF MEN - CBS
17 EXTREME MAKEOVER:HOME ED. - ABC
18 CRIMINAL MINDS - CBS
19 MEDIUM - NBC
19 OUT OF PRACTICE - CBS

Not many NBC's... You see, most "AD" fans have stopped watching NBC after they cancelled the show last season. But it's clear that many more people have decided not to watch NBC because of the lack of quality television. NBC thought they would have the last laugh after "AD" was cancelled, but we are definately having the last laugh, b/c NBC is couldn't be doing any worse. bwah ha ha.

tom g · 11-23-2005, 10:41 AM

With the addition of digital cable in a lot of US households, Neilsen can pull viewer data directly from the cable providers.

This information is used in the compilation of their ratings.

The less people that watch NBC is directly reflected in their ratings. That is why it is important to not watch NBC at all.

At the same time, you have to keep sending the postcards to NBC relaying that you are part of the nationwide boycott of their network and affiliates and will continue to boycott until they reconsider their decision and bring AD back

tom g · 11-23-2005, 10:45 AM

Keep in mind that NBC only stated that American Dreams was cancelled for the 2005-2006 season.

Their AD website is still functioning. Other shows that were permanently cancelled also had their NBC website deleted.

When checking the NBC AD website, it only states that no upcoming episodes have been scheduled but to keep checking back for future episode information.

Dont give up yet!!

Keep sending the postcards!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
They ignore the emails

11-18-2005, 08:19 AM	#1
New AD fan Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Mar 03, 2005 Posts: 79	Our first major victory in the NBC boycott Martha Stewart's "Apprentice": GONE!! So when can we expect to see American Dreams return to Wednesday night again? http://www.stuff.co.nz/stuff/0,2106,...4a1869,00.html Sources said that NBC has passed on ordering another round of episodes of the Stewart-hosted edition of The Apprentice, which has struggled in the ratings since its September 21 premiere. more

11-18-2005, 04:58 PM	#2
AD FAN American Dreams Frequent Poster Join Date: Nov 08, 2004 Location: New York Posts: 386	Bad for NBC = good for us. I highly doubt that "AD" will come back though.
	__________________ . . "Celebrate we will, cause life is short but sweet for certain." -Dave Matthews (AD stands for the former NBC show "American Dreams.")

11-22-2005, 05:40 PM	#5
Dreamsluvver Dreamsluvver Occasional Poster Join Date: Mar 17, 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 44	YAY!!! I know, it's groovy, isn't it?? AD won't be back, but we can at least make a statement to NBC!!! Jilly

11-22-2005, 06:33 PM	#6
Dr. Thong a/k/a "ACK!" Forum Veteran Join Date: Jul 10, 2001 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 5,546	Could someone here explain to me how this "boycott" is taking place?? Seems to me that unless you're keeping a Nielsen diary (the company that measures TV ratings) and your TV watching data is being analysed, a "boycott" is meaningless. Of course, there could be more to this than I know, so I'd like to hear an explanation if there is one. Peace.
	__________________ "Sunday has been cancelled due to lack of interest. That is all."

11-19-2005, 12:26 PM	#3
rusyd Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Mar 30, 2004 Posts: 13,505	I heard Martha's show stank. I never watched it.

11-22-2005, 09:14 AM	#4
tom g Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jul 22, 2005 Posts: 20	The boycott of NBC is working. Have you seen their dismal ratings Keep up the good work!!

11-22-2005, 06:57 PM	#7
AD FAN American Dreams Frequent Poster Join Date: Nov 08, 2004 Location: New York Posts: 386	Last Week's Network Primetime Averages (zap2it.com) 1 CSI - CBS 2 DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES - ABC 3 WITHOUT A TRACE - CBS 4 CSI: MIAMI - CBS 4 GREY'S ANATOMY - ABC 6 LOST - ABC 7 NFL MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL - ABC 8 60 MINUTES - CBS 9 SURVIVOR: GUATEMALA - CBS 10 CMA AWARDS(S) - CBS 10 COLD CASE - CBS 12 LAW AND ORDER:SVU - NBC 13 CSI: NY - CBS 13 E.R. - NBC 15 NFL MONDAY SHOWCASE - ABC 15 TWO AND A HALF MEN - CBS 17 EXTREME MAKEOVER:HOME ED. - ABC 18 CRIMINAL MINDS - CBS 19 MEDIUM - NBC 19 OUT OF PRACTICE - CBS Not many NBC's... You see, most "AD" fans have stopped watching NBC after they cancelled the show last season. But it's clear that many more people have decided not to watch NBC because of the lack of quality television. NBC thought they would have the last laugh after "AD" was cancelled, but we are definately having the last laugh, b/c NBC is couldn't be doing any worse. bwah ha ha.

11-23-2005, 10:41 AM	#8
tom g Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jul 22, 2005 Posts: 20	With the addition of digital cable in a lot of US households, Neilsen can pull viewer data directly from the cable providers. This information is used in the compilation of their ratings. The less people that watch NBC is directly reflected in their ratings. That is why it is important to not watch NBC at all. At the same time, you have to keep sending the postcards to NBC relaying that you are part of the nationwide boycott of their network and affiliates and will continue to boycott until they reconsider their decision and bring AD back

11-23-2005, 10:45 AM	#9
tom g Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jul 22, 2005 Posts: 20	Keep in mind that NBC only stated that American Dreams was cancelled for the 2005-2006 season. Their AD website is still functioning. Other shows that were permanently cancelled also had their NBC website deleted. When checking the NBC AD website, it only states that no upcoming episodes have been scheduled but to keep checking back for future episode information. Dont give up yet!! Keep sending the postcards!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They ignore the emails