Reader’s Question:
Why does the airing time for “Pharmacy’s Monologue” change every week? Last week it started at 11:45 PM, and this week it seems to be starting at 12:05 AM on May 31st.
The Quirky World of TV Scheduling
So, I stumbled upon this discussion about the airing times for “Pharmacy’s
Monologue,” and it really got me thinking. Isn’t it wild how TV schedules can feel like they have a mind of their own? I mean, one week you’re all set to binge-watch at 11:45 PM, and the next week it’s a whole different story at 12:05 AM! Talk about a plot twist, right? I remember a time when I was super excited about watching a comedy special, only to find out that it had been rescheduled at the last minute. I had my snacks ready—an embarrassing amount of popcorn, I might add—and I plopped down on the couch only to be met with the dreaded “this program will not air” notice. Ugh! It’s like being stood up on a date. You know, you’re all dressed up and ready to have a good time, and then… nothing. Reading the comments from users like the one who mentioned 日テレ (Nihon Television) really resonated with me. It’s like the network is playing a game with all of us viewers. They’ve got their own plans—like the 金曜ロードショー (Friday Roadshow) that apparently takes precedence over everything else. I get it; long movies need their space, but come on! Can’t they just give us a heads up so we can adjust our plans? It’s like they’re saying, “Your viewing experience? Yeah, we’ll get to that after we air this three-hour epic.” And it’s so true what someone said about how it feels like the viewers are being ignored. I mean, I’m all for creative scheduling if it means we get great shows, but when you’re a busy parent like me, it’s a bit of a juggling act. Between school runs and snack time, I barely have time to catch my breath, let alone adjust my DVR settings. I sometimes wish I could just teleport back to simpler times when shows aired at the same time every week, and the biggest worry was whether or not my favorite character would survive the season finale. But hey, it’s all part of the fun, right? The unexpected surprises can lead to some memorable moments. Like that one time I accidentally recorded a cooking show instead of a comedy because of a last-minute schedule change. I ended up trying out a new recipe that turned out to be a hit with my kid—who knew a dash of spontaneity could lead to family bonding over homemade pizza? So, what about you? Have you had any funny or frustrating experiences with TV schedules? I’d love to hear your stories or any tips you have for navigating the wild world of television programming! Share in the comments!
