To tell you the truth I haven't noticed the ongoing WGA strike much the last couple of weeks. New programming is usually a little scarce this time of year anyway with nothing but repeats until after the holidays.But I often watch The Late Show with David Letterman @ 11:30, and if it's not a work night, follow it with The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson.
Needless to say it's been repeat hell.
However I have found a bit of relief through The Late Show Writers On Strike site.
The site is both a blog on how the strike is progressing as well as some quite funny bits about the strike how it is effecting everyone.
A sample:
Friday, November 30, 2007:
AN INSIDE LOOK AT THE NEGOTIATIONS
BY TOM RUPRECHT
As you may know, the writers and producers were back at the negotiating table this week. While the talks were shrouded in secrecy, a friend of mine on the inside agreed to give me a snippet of what went on.
WGA REPRESENTATIVE: All we're asking for is a small percentage of the billions our work has made for you.
STUDIO REPRESENTATIVE: Go fuck yourself.
MODERATOR: I think we're making some progress.
There are also a whole load of videos. This is my fav:
If you watch the show you'll know that Rupert Jee is usually pretty reserved and maybe even a bit shy, so this video seems (at least to the viewing public) quite out of character.
Have a look I think you'll be both educated and amused - a great combination.
