"Extreme Trains"
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Overall I thought the show was pretty good. Yes I agree with most of you, the host was a little to goofy, but is that him or the producers wanting him to aim the show toward the general public. One thing we forget, he actually works for a railroad, were as most of us critizing him, do not. I do agree with Marty, and the rundown after every commercial was a bit aggrevating. I will continue to watch and enjoy the show because I too am at least happy to see something about trains on TV.
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Wasn't impressed. The host is an idiot. The filming short and choppy. The information not particulalry accurate. And the aerial shot of Conpit (near Blairsville) showed up at three different places on the journey!
Wasn't impressed. The host is an idiot. The filming short and choppy. The information not particulalry accurate. And the aerial shot of Conpit (near Blairsville) showed up at three different places on the journey!
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Ok Watch Extreem trains tonight.....They are going from L A to Dalls. I think they have to come through AZ to do that. Will Check road assless to make sure.
Anyway Watch the program and I will tell you if I recognize any land marks. ( That is if they come through AZ )
Anyway Watch the program and I will tell you if I recognize any land marks. ( That is if they come through AZ )
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This is simple. It's about trains. How can that be bad? Would you rather it hadn't been produced? Yep...warts everywhere. Still...at least it's about trains...and all these kind of shows...Tougher in Alaska, Ice Road Truckers, Ax Men, etc. seem to have a different production beat that our old favorite standards...Mega Movers, Mega Disasters, Modern Marvels...and that production beat seems to revolve around a controversial host..or cast.
Like I said...better than nothing...and TV flat sucks these days.
This is simple. It's about trains. How can that be bad? Would you rather it hadn't been produced? Yep...warts everywhere. Still...at least it's about trains...and all these kind of shows...Tougher in Alaska, Ice Road Truckers, Ax Men, etc. seem to have a different production beat that our old favorite standards...Mega Movers, Mega Disasters, Modern Marvels...and that production beat seems to revolve around a controversial host..or cast.
Like I said...better than nothing...and TV flat sucks these days.
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·Posted By aceinspp on 11/18/2008 7:09 PM
Oh no another Greg post. Later RJD
So who is Greg? Sup with his post or mine?
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Oh no another Greg post. Later RJD
So who is Greg? Sup with his post or mine?
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·I really like this show,i think its well done and has some really cool shots of things most of us dont know exist...very cool indeed..
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Just watched the second episode, better, announcer less obnoxious, camera work less jumpy, and some interesting stuff....
Regards, Greg
Just watched the second episode, better, announcer less obnoxious, camera work less jumpy, and some interesting stuff....
Regards, Greg
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The thing that I would really enjoy watching. would be the programs that were the outcome from taking all the individuals that "just know" how to make a better show and yanking them out of their easy chair and putting them in the director's seat and/or in front of the camera. Oh, and by the way, make sure you come in "on or under budget."
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JJ, last night, I blinked and missed Arizona completely. It must of been really rolling through the whole state. Isn't this the same route that follows 66/I40? I still think that announcer is a geek. He acts like he has never seen a train before. Everything is "How cool is this". I would love to ride in one of those engines though. Maybe I would be saying the same thing. It might be better with the sound off.
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I caught the first show last night on the DVR. Agreed the host is rather goofy at times, and I think they played up the "peril" of the route too much, but overall I liked it. Those rotary couplers are COOL, and something I never knew existed, so I learned something. Wish they'd spent a little more time on the history of steam locomotives doing the same job. It was certainly more challenging then when the helper crew actually had to OPERATE the helpers, especially in the days before cab radios when headend-to-rearend communication was done via whistle.
I caught the first show last night on the DVR. Agreed the host is rather goofy at times, and I think they played up the "peril" of the route too much, but overall I liked it. Those rotary couplers are COOL, and something I never knew existed, so I learned something. Wish they'd spent a little more time on the history of steam locomotives doing the same job. It was certainly more challenging then when the helper crew actually had to OPERATE the helpers, especially in the days before cab radios when headend-to-rearend communication was done via whistle.
Posted By SteveC on 11/18/2008 11:19 PM
The thing that I would really enjoy watching. would be the programs that were the outcome from taking all the individuals that "just know" how to make a better show and yanking them out of their easy chair and putting them in the director's seat and/or in front of the camera. Oh, and by the way, make sure you come in "on or under budget."
I disagree with this sentiment, and the other who say to "Stop complaining, it's about trains, isn't it?" Here's why:
A show survives purely on the basis of costs vs. income. And income is based on how much one can charge for advertising during that time slot. And that is based on the number of people who watch the show. If we offer suggestions (or criticism) that makes the show better, and more people watch it, then there's a better chance the show makes a profit and survives another season.
For years, TV was a one way deal - they produced shows and the only significant feedback was the number of folks watching. Times have changed, and there are many ways now to express opinions to the producers of a show. The History Channel has a forum online for Extreme Trains, and it's full of the same criticism this thread has produced. This is an opportunity for the producers to make some relatively minor changes, increase the number of viewers, and that benefits everyone concerned.
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The thing that I would really enjoy watching. would be the programs that were the outcome from taking all the individuals that "just know" how to make a better show and yanking them out of their easy chair and putting them in the director's seat and/or in front of the camera. Oh, and by the way, make sure you come in "on or under budget."
I disagree with this sentiment, and the other who say to "Stop complaining, it's about trains, isn't it?" Here's why:
A show survives purely on the basis of costs vs. income. And income is based on how much one can charge for advertising during that time slot. And that is based on the number of people who watch the show. If we offer suggestions (or criticism) that makes the show better, and more people watch it, then there's a better chance the show makes a profit and survives another season.
For years, TV was a one way deal - they produced shows and the only significant feedback was the number of folks watching. Times have changed, and there are many ways now to express opinions to the producers of a show. The History Channel has a forum online for Extreme Trains, and it's full of the same criticism this thread has produced. This is an opportunity for the producers to make some relatively minor changes, increase the number of viewers, and that benefits everyone concerned.
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Greg,
I saw the History Channel forum also and thought much the same as you. However, I wonder if the producers and execs read the comments? And I'd guess that the entire series is already produced and waiting the light of day. The host flits around like a sparrow on a hot manure pile. I sure hope he's not that animated in his railroad job!!
Greg,
I saw the History Channel forum also and thought much the same as you. However, I wonder if the producers and execs read the comments? And I'd guess that the entire series is already produced and waiting the light of day. The host flits around like a sparrow on a hot manure pile. I sure hope he's not that animated in his railroad job!!
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