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We've already seen Nicole's award gala and the fashion show...the track record isn't looking good.

I don't agree with all of it, but not annoying at all. I actually prefer to hear real opinions (whether I agree with them or not) rather than pretending everything is perfect. A young congressman doesn't bother me. There have been so many real life Representatives that are much younger than Martin (while young Senators are less common than Representatives, it's not rare by any means). However, the running for president thing was completely ridiculous and not only because the soap wouldn't have a means to properly deliver such a story, but just because of Martin's age, the fact that there are millions that go into such a campaign, the influence and what is actually required to run such a campaign successfully. I mean Martin is a gay married man with adopted children - not too long ago that wouldn't be a possibility. His cousin is also queer. Couldn't Martin be advocating for trans rights possibly with his cousin Naomi who could be counseling a trans person - not that a soap would probably want to touch such a story at this point. Chelsea having a million followers doesn't bother me. There are many people I know on insta that do [!@#$%^&*] all and have a million followers just for looking pretty. If she was even a semi recognizable model, I can see that for her. Although, I don't know if her portrayl on BTG matches what these girls actually do. I guess they really should have toned down the success of The Articulettes. Maybe they could have been a one hit wonder with a few other minor hits. How random...just popped over on X and this came up:

Yes, I still think the premiere was such a missed opportunity. There should have been something explosive to hook viewers. Imagine Dani in the car driving up to the country club and as Best of My Love is playing, she pulls out the gun on Haley and Bill at their wedding. From there we could have flashed back to what built up to that point. Also, why repeat the first week? The premiere is the most watched episode to date and the premiere week is still the most watched week. Let's be real, a hoard of people aren't just randomly tuning in especially since there was no promo about this week's change. Similarly, if anyone is watching that doesn't normally already, it's those that were curious and have probably already watched the first week and tune in from time to time or those that on occasion leave their TVs on after YR and BB. I feel it would have been wiser to play some of the more entertaining episodes such as Leslie and Eva's reveal at Ted and Nicole's anniversary. Laid out all together like this, this is actually so funny. 😃

It's hard to really say what CBS is looking for or what it expected from a new soap opera in 2025. I just checked and the total viewers numbers aren't horrible, but obviously lagging behind the other 3 broadcast soaps. The demos are better than GH which is a win IMO. We also have very little info on how these soaps perform on streaming and whether or not that even matters to CBS. I don't think a week of repeats is some sign of trouble. CBS renewed BTG with their current numbers so they know what they're working with. I honestly think it had to do with budgets and contracts.

I've heard that said a few times before, but do we have any evidence of that post-BB? I know since there's been Generations, The City, PC, Sunset Beach, and Passions. While I don't know their numbers well, I don't think any of those were able to increase their numbers over time. They kinda just remained stagnant for a while and then dropped.

I didn't care much for the outdoor shots they did week 1. It just looked like outdoor space of an office park. Those concrete common areas between buildings with a bit of greenery. I'm not sure what they wanted us to think that was exactly, but either way it was nice to see them outside. I know this won't be popular, but I wouldn't mind a town square set with some greenery and benches and maybe an outdoor cafe with seating. I've been to shops in NYC and Philly that you just order outside at the window. Maybe a few other places that can line the squars to change up meet up points for characters. Heck...add a food truck, too. Sorta like what GL had at the end, but much better. Yes, they spent a bit of dialogue making the cane a thing and how Chelsea could zhuzh it up by adding a panther or lions head. Then from one day to the next, he's walking around like nothing happened.

Oh absolutely. Ashley's set isn't the best, but at least she doesn't need to be in bed to have a conversation in her home.

Speaking of sets, how did Ashley get a better set than Naomi and Jacob?

Someone mentioned on reddit that one of the actors said they were going to start filming season 2 in September. Considering the roughly 4 months from film to air, that would make sense that seasons for BTG run yearly...as those episodes would likely air in Jan.

As for the week of repeats next week could it be a contractual or budgeting issue? I don't know how seasons for soap operas run. If it's September-August or year by year. But if it's a yearly thing, that would mean that BTG's first season would run Feb. 24 - Dec. 31. It was also mentioned that CBS ordered 200 episodes for season 1. There are 223 weekdays in that timeperiod. Meaning 23 possible airdates that would not be filled with that previous order. I'm assuming Thanksgiving and Christmas will be preempted - so that's 2 less days. We had 4 day of soccer preemptions? Memorial Day was preempted (1). Also, now we know all of next week will be preempted so that's 5 more days. That's 12 days. Meaning, they would need to fill 11 days still. I am sure that contractually there may be some issues that would prevent BTG from airing season 2 episodes earlier, because of whatever negotiations took place. CBS may also not want to renegotiate more episodes for season 1 at the higher rate either. I may very well be over thinking this, but considering that this was done at the top...it is likely a cost saving measure, but not necessarily in a ominous way. If that is the case, they can always preempt Labor Day and then leave off on a huge cliffhanger Friday, December 19 and preempt the weeks of Christmas and New Years and come back Jan. 5 and that would cover those 11 days. Thank you. Do we know if the demos have been what CBS was hoping?

This is a question that I had before the soap premiered. By which metrics will the success of BTG be measured? Do we finally know the answer to this? I remember when I first brought this up, some claimed that as long as BTG performed better than The Talk, CBS would be pleased. I found that to be completely unrealistic considering that the production costs of a talk show vs that of a soap are drastically different. Why would CBS be pleased if BTG slightly outperforms The Talk if they're spending multiple times over to produce it. Money is always the bottom line. Others said as long as it did better than GH. Honestly, I haven't followed the ratings much for the show besides the first two weeks and I believe the demos were outperforming those of GH, but lagging behind its CBS sister soaps. Whether that is enough or not, I don't know. I do know that GH and DAYS seem to do pretty well on their streaming platforms. They are consistently on the top watched shows, but that isn't the case for BTG on Paramount+. In fact, I don't think I have ever seen a CBS soap on the most watched list on Paramount+ as that is where I usually watch BTG. I think it would only help BTG case if it was at least performing well on streaming. I also didn't love that Paramount+ did very little to showcase the soaps on their platform. There was no spotlighting at the top of their platform or anything.

The Richardson Family BBQ had to be canceled this year because Ted was in the dog house and Andre was too busy chasing tail. But yep, I thought we would at least get a mention or something.

No new episodes all next week. BTG returns on July 7 with new episodes. I feel like this was a weak Friday episode. That ending with Randy and Kenneth did nothing for me. At least the previews were interesting. We could have used more movement in this Martin story even if it weren't a big reveal. I think from the preview we pretty much know that Kenneth is getting away unscathed. Seems like gambling addicted Doug is going to walk in and give Ken an opportunity to find a way out of the mess. Also, all those men in a room to come up with this sloppy plan? Allison is clearly just interested in keeping Chelsea ro to herself. They could have made Madison's return to Uptown a little more dramatic like have Allison holding Chelsea's hand or going in for a kiss. Leslie and Eva's lunch was nice. It is hard to believe Leslie though, because she has said so much to contradict what she was telling Eva now. However, maybe they've decided to soften her.

That's the cliffhanger they want to leave us with before a week of repeats. Ok then.

Yyyyaaassss come on, Martin! Strutting across that CC entry hall. Where did you learn that from...Miss Chelsea?

This comment...omg! He had improved for sure, but this was hilarious. BC has a long way to go.

I don't know if I want the documentary narrator "What color is ya munny!" That's So Raven stare as the goody two shoes cop. I think if anything the pretentious, uppity Carlton Banks role is a better fit.

Very much agree with your points. I struggle with RhonniRose's acting in general. Definitely improved tho. Also, it seems like Andre has enough money he doesn't need to work or at least consistently. But if photography is his passion, why is such a young guy sticking around the DMV when he has no serious ties holding him there especially when he's not doing the thing he loves. You're telling me Dani is supposed to be this amazing thing holding him back? Or nurse?

Wow. That is really dumb! Why? I hope tomorrow's cliffhanger is fire, because the show won't do itself any favors taking a pause like this so early. Are the other CBS soaps doing the same?

I am actually okay with Dani's high and lows. It is a bit of a rollercoaster, but when she has her more down to earth moments, it makes her very likable. Dani tells Anita that Andre is so nice, but how has he been so nice? He pressured her to out this situationship which is no one's business all for what? Then today Andre says he knows what he wants, but Dani isn't sure yet. However, he had no issue keeping this situationship he wanted out there so bad quiet when Ashley showed interest. Andre wants his cake and to eat it too. I thought Anita and the family gathering was sweet. Anita is definitely the matriarch this soap needs. As for Kat and Eva, I don't know if Kat was being genuine in helping Eva. Watching it I felt it was real, but then I saw a comment on here and was like hmmm. I did find it odd that Kat just told Eva to ignore the accreditation window and to hit ignore. Similarly, I found Eva's antagonistic vibe off. It is usually Kat that triggers it from Eva...she usually isn't just outwardly nasty to Kat first. Especially talking about Kat's man like that knowing that it didn't go all too well the night before. I was surprised Anita wasn't a little more weirded out by the Dani and Andre stuff. While yes, they are consenting adults and there is nothing anyone can do about it...it is still a touch weird. If I were to find out my aunt was messing with a nephew albeit not blood related - it would still be weird at least at first. They all must have seen Andre grow up and at holidays. He was a kid while Dani was a grown woman with her own family. As Nicole said...ew. Turtlehead Ted 😃 is still not doing much for me, but the past two days have been better. Ted is also not being realistic with all the demands he is putting on Eva. Also, Kat implied that there were other assistants in house that could have easily been promoted. Why are they being delegated a little more work and helping Eva get trained in the meantime. I'm also confused about this clinic. Where is it? They are always working out of his office in the hospital. Is the clinic completely out of commission for repairs? I hope eventually there is a set for the clinic.

She's crazy. She is literally going to have sex with Andre and come into work wirh cornrows the next day. She is ridiculous.

Ashley literally just ended a long term relationship and she's out here asking Andre on a date. This woman is a mess. She was losing her mind trying to make up any reason to push Derek away just because f boy photographed her helping someone give birth on an elevator. Ma'am is in lust and she's fetishizing. I don't care...I hate her.

Now this is true f boy behavior. He pressures Dani to have this whole situationship out in the open to everyone....and for what? They don't even know what the hell they got going on. Yet, the moment Ashley asks why Nicole is mad at him and he could say loud and proud he's in a relationship with Dani...he is mute. All to still keep this avenue with boring nursey open. I'm sick 😫 Yes to the Kiki avie...no to this comment lol