Advertisers seem to be the way to hit the studios. I just think it would be way too difficult to do something like start a letter writing campaign against any advertisers that use the slots during re-runs or non-scripted replacement shows that the networks try to use. If there is some way to get the advertisers to pull out then the networks lose their revenue stream. That's the way to get them to cave quickly.
Perhaps organize a campaign to boycott anyone that advertises during the Superbowl if the networks don't bargain with the writers. That would hit at least one network squarely in the pocketbook.
The thing that always got me is that I rarely actually buy the products that are advertised on primetime network TV.
"Hey Nissan! Pressure the studios to end the writer's strike, or I'll... continue to fast forward through your commercials."
Someone started an LJ community to do just that, ND. I'm not sure if it's fan-based or what.
But the networks selling so much advertising at the upfronts this year could hurt them. My understanding is that they don't have enough available time to offer advertisers make good time. So they might have to *GASP* give money BACK.
there are rumours the tca may be axed in January.
I thought it was already canceled.
Jesse, I know someone on LJ who has been on the picket lines in NY. I can shoot her an e-mail if you want? There is also WGA East, which lists the schedule: [link]
tca?
The thing where they wine and dine all the TV critics and show them all the upcoming programs so that they geek out about them in their magazines/blogs/websites/radio shows.
I think.
There is also WGA East, which lists the schedule:
Yeah, that's what made me think they aren't picketing on Friday -- this week's schedule only goes through Thurs.
Fridays are now reserved for special events, like rallys or special pickets.
