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The eye of the Pudsey (November 2019)

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JA
JAS84
Andrew posted:
BM11 posted:
Compared to 10 years ago it feels like the balance of entertainment vs fundraising VT's has shifted towards the later.

I think the problem is that outside of Strictly, the BBC’s entertainment slate, both in terms of programming and presenters is quite weak, so they don’t have much to call upon.

So you end up with Sam & Mark doing a CIN version of the remake of Crackerjack, which most viewers won’t even be aware is happening, as a main highlight.
Yeah, Doctor Who's contribution used to be a preview of the Christmas special, or a specially produced short - something that would definitely get it's fanbase to tune in - but this year and last have just been a fan meeting Jodie in the studio. And why do a VT during the Strictly special? Do them either side of it instead!
BM
BM11
JKDerry posted:
BM11 posted:
Andrew posted:
I think the problem is that outside of Strictly, the BBC’s entertainment slate, both in terms of programming and presenters is quite weak, so they don’t have much to call upon.

So you end up with Sam & Mark doing a CIN version of the remake of Crackerjack, which most viewers won’t even be aware is happening, as a main highlight.

And ITV still seemingly don't allow the cast of their soaps to appear unlike 15 years ago despite no longer producing text Santa.
Not even a Call the Midwife contribution this year - that been a regular the last few years.

Call the Midwife cast are due to appear now in the post news slot - I have no idea what they are doing though

Usually only a preview of the Christmas Special.

Big problem for is lack of mainstream comedy - the most popular comedy is not suitable for Children in Need.
JO
Jon
JAS84 posted:
Andrew posted:
BM11 posted:
Compared to 10 years ago it feels like the balance of entertainment vs fundraising VT's has shifted towards the later.

I think the problem is that outside of Strictly, the BBC’s entertainment slate, both in terms of programming and presenters is quite weak, so they don’t have much to call upon.

So you end up with Sam & Mark doing a CIN version of the remake of Crackerjack, which most viewers won’t even be aware is happening, as a main highlight.
Yeah, Doctor Who's contribution used to be a preview of the Christmas special, or a specially produced short - something that would definitely get it's fanbase to tune in - but this year and last have just been a fan meeting Jodie in the studio. And why do a VT during the Strictly special? Do them either side of it instead!

Because the idea is they want people to see the VT so they donate. If you’re just watching for the Strictly bit you’re far more likely to watch the VT if it’s in the middle than if it’s shown at the end or before it’s started.
Cando, Ash101 and Brekkie gave kudos
BM
BM11
Jon posted:
JAS84 posted:
Andrew posted:
I think the problem is that outside of Strictly, the BBC’s entertainment slate, both in terms of programming and presenters is quite weak, so they don’t have much to call upon.

So you end up with Sam & Mark doing a CIN version of the remake of Crackerjack, which most viewers won’t even be aware is happening, as a main highlight.
Yeah, Doctor Who's contribution used to be a preview of the Christmas special, or a specially produced short - something that would definitely get it's fanbase to tune in - but this year and last have just been a fan meeting Jodie in the studio. And why do a VT during the Strictly special? Do them either side of it instead!

Because the idea is they want people to see the VT so they donate. If you’re just watching for the Strictly bit you’re far more likely to watch the VT if it’s in the middle than if it’s shown at the end or before it’s started.

It does feel like at least 50% is VT and some of them are repeats.
BR
Brekkie
BM11 posted:
JKDerry posted:
BM11 posted:
And ITV still seemingly don't allow the cast of their soaps to appear unlike 15 years ago despite no longer producing text Santa.
Not even a Call the Midwife contribution this year - that been a regular the last few years.

Call the Midwife cast are due to appear now in the post news slot - I have no idea what they are doing though

Usually only a preview of the Christmas Special.

Big problem for is lack of mainstream comedy - the most popular comedy is not suitable for Children in Need.

Same with entertainment shows too. Telethons and Christmas TV was stronger in the 90s because family entertainment was stronger.
MR
mr_vivian
The Series 12 Trailer for Doctor Who is meant to be released on 23rd November so they've taken that away from Children In Need. A shame.
BR
Brekkie
The sort of consistency you've come to expect from the BBC in this nations and regions round up.
BK
bkman1990
Has Graham Norton's red chair VT come up yet?
JO
Jon
bkman1990 posted:
Has Graham Norton's red chair VT come up yet?

I don’t know, I waiting for you to tell us.
BK
bkman1990
The Hitlist CIN special has just finished. It will probably will begin very soon.
AS
Ash101
bkman1990 posted:
Has Graham Norton's red chair VT come up yet?


Yes - it was on about half an hour ago
DM
DeMarkay
Whoever just spoke about Call The Midwife, it's here!

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