Today I'm celebrating the passion that inspires change
Today is the birthday of Skeet Ulrich, who plays the character Jake Green on CBS' tv show Jericho. I've been a fan of the show Jericho from the beginning. Like most of the fans I thought that it was nuts to cancel the show. I just hate it when you invest your time in a show and then it is suddenly canceled. We were all left sitting at the edge of our chairs wondering what would happen next and how things would resolve.
Today is the birthday of Skeet Ulrich, who plays the character Jake Green on CBS' tv show Jericho. I've been a fan of the show Jericho from the beginning. Like most of the fans I thought that it was nuts to cancel the show. I just hate it when you invest your time in a show and then it is suddenly canceled. We were all left sitting at the edge of our chairs wondering what would happen next and how things would resolve.
The fans took a stand to voice their disappointment. I also signed the online petition to bring it back. Many fans took an extra step. There was a coordinated effort where CBS executives were sent nuts in protest of their decision. Nina Tassler, President of CBS Entertainment, described the fans' efforts as "an impressive and probably unprecedented display of passion" in her note to the fans posted on the CBS wiki fan site. As a result of the fan response, CBS ordered seven more episodes that will begin to air on February 12. Ms Tassler thanked the fans for their expression of support for Jericho in such an extraordinary manner. Further, she described the protest as "creative, sustained and very thoughtful and respectful in tone." The fans made the difference in the decision by CBS.
Although it has been demonstrated that the show has a loyal and passionate community, it needs to grow. So, as the fans passionately wait for the next episode, here's my effort to recruit new viewers. Give the show a chance in February. After all, many of the other shows will likely still be re-runs then due to the writer's strike. Plus, aren't you tired of all the reality and game shows on tv these days? Why watch all those re-runs when you can watch full episodes of Jericho's season one online. Until season two begins, why not visit the Jericho wiki on Wetpaint? The site is actually an Emmy finalist for Outstanding Creative Achievement for Interactive Television.
There are many Save Jericho Fan videos posted on YouTube. Several are featured on the Jericho wiki. Here's a neat video with 100 Reasons to watch Jericho:
As posted on YouTube by CBS
For more information:
A video about the Nuts!! campaign by Jericho Fans to CBS
CBS Video archive, with a video of the cast and crew saying "Thank You" to the fans and eating those nuts. Plus, there are several sneak peek videos for Season 2.
As posted on YouTube by CBS
For more information:
A video about the Nuts!! campaign by Jericho Fans to CBS
CBS Video archive, with a video of the cast and crew saying "Thank You" to the fans and eating those nuts. Plus, there are several sneak peek videos for Season 2.
Today, I hope that you will be joining me in watching the season two premiere on CBS on February 12. CBS has promised on its website "It's going to be nuts."
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