Good Quote by Declan Donnelly
“We did a version of 'You Bet' called 'Wanna Bet' in the U.S. a couple of years ago. It was a good little show but the network put it on over the summer on Mondays so nobody watched it.”
About This Quote
Source Television: You Bet (UK), 1995; US adaptation Wanna Bet, 1998
A promising show failed because it aired during low‑viewership summer Mondays, showing scheduling can outweigh content quality.
In simple terms: Bad scheduling can ruin a good show.
Key Takeaway
Consider audience habits when planning airtime.
Themes
media
timing
audience
programming
Mood
frustrated
reflective
Type
analytical
practical
When to use this quote
- TV pilots
- online streaming releases
- event promotions
Key Concepts
broadcast strategy
viewership patterns
seasonal scheduling
Questions to Reflect On
- What times attract your target audience?
- How can you test optimal slots before launch?
A Different Perspective
Even a great concept can flop if placed poorly.
