Another use of “Reality Squared” could be as a substitute title if you come to the conclusion that a title with the word “skeptic” in it could be a barrier to entry or turn off potential viewers. At first that may seem like a ridiculous notion, but we live in a world where Sarah Palin is a VP candidate. Any assumption that the word “skeptic” has a generally positive image should be viewed skeptically.

I’m going to be featuring your story, and linking to it from our variety of blogs later this week. Something else that you might/should consider is putting much of your show effort, even the creation portion of it online, perhaps in a YouTube channel. The power of what is something social and viral like YouTube, where people send links all day long to things that matter (even if it’s just to THEM) is something that you should prey on.

I’d also suggest that after getting the demos/portions of episodes up online, send contacts to people like me that review things professionally online. There is a great talent pool of skilled, unbiased, adept “guys” that will give you their true read on your show, and – if it’s anything like your great website, newsletter, and now an outstanding regularly-sent-through blog (which I will also be linking to shortly) – it’s a no-brainer.

Keep up the great work and remember the online people who review things JUST LIKE your program. There is MUCH in the way of audience for items of the Skeptic nature, and I look forward to helping you succeed.

1. Go online to http://www.skeptologists.com, take a look around, those web hits add up and will help us show there is an active interest.

2. Write an email in support of the show (email address: skeptologists@newrule.com) That email will go into a pile that already has over 2700 emails of support. It’s a numbers game folks, and when the time comes, we’ll present this pile of email to the powers that be. Networks base their programming decisions on their ability to generate an audience and support their advertisers. Showing a “built-in” audience help them “get it!” The email doesn’t need to be long, just a quick, “I support this show and can’t wait to see it!” is great!

3. Donate to the cause. I hate this part, but it’s a very real aspect of the success of a new show, on the Skeptologists website, we’ve setup a PayPal donate button. Those funds are used to offset the costs of creating demos, printing pitch materials, communications and travel… oh, don’t forget legal fees. They add up quick, and the more support we have in this area, the better prepared we are to present our program to the people that can make the difference.

As we progress through our efforts, there may be other things that you can do, and I’ll be sure to let you all know. I’m so glad to be a part of this project. It may be challenging, but it is really a worthwhile endeavor.

-Ryan

Keep up the good work, and if you need a letter writing campaign or something of that sort, please feel free to call on your legions of adoring fans.

And keeping “Amazing up your sleeve” made me giggle! :)

Thanks for all of the positive and comments! We’re all working very hard to make this show a reality, and we’re making great progress!