It was time to knock off.
Zhang Ye came out of the Leader's office and returned to his desk to get his bag.
The reason why he took the initiative to increase his workload by 2-3 times was because Zhang Ye had his own plans. He might be different from others. His goal was not to dawdle, nor was it for salary or bonuses. To put it bluntly, his goal was fame. In all fairness, if Zhang Ye did two or even one Talk Show a week, it would be like his previous world. Most Talk Shows had one episode a week, right? With such a long broadcast time and width, the total popularity gained would definitely be the highest. With the passage of time and the addition of new viewers, more and more people would get to know him and like him. But that was total popularity. It was accumulated over a year or two. If it was broadcast seven days a week, it might be tiring, but the popularity gained in the short term would definitely be much higher than if it was broadcast once a week. Hence, Zhang Ye did not hesitate to choose the latter. This was because he was not prepared to work in WebTV for 2-3 years. As the news and current affairs of this world were different from his previous world, it limited many of Zhang Ye's joke segments. He was destined to not be able to do too many episodes, so he might as well use the most direct and fastest method. He wanted to use this platform to quickly build up his reputation!
And the most important point was that by broadcasting a program seven days a week, the Reputation he would receive would be much higher than if it was only broadcast on a weekend. Zhang Ye also needed Reputation to strengthen himself. For example, the Talk Show programs from his previous world were still progressing very slowly. There were still very few of them. He needed more Reputation to buy Memory Search Capsules and use them to strengthen the content of his Talk Show. Only then would there be a virtuous cycle!
There were still quite a number of people in the office who had not left.
Zhang Ye smiled, "Why haven't you knocked off yet?"
A graduate from his program team saw Zhang Ye and said anxiously, "Teacher Zhang, look quickly." He pointed to the computer, "Someone is also doing a Talk Show program!"
Zhang Ye was stunned, then he acknowledged, "Let me see."
Another female comrade from the program team said angrily, "It's our competitor's WebTV program called 'Chen Yan's Humor Talk'. Although the program doesn't have the words' Talk Show ', but even a fool knows what the content is. It's copying our program. I think even the pictures and setting are similar. They are too much. This is our copyright. What right do they have to pick up ready-made results? And they aren't even paying us copyright fees? "
Zhang Ye asked, "When will it be broadcast?"
"It's going to be broadcast soon. It's a new program that their online television station arranged at the last minute. As a matter of fact, they have been promoting it on a large scale since just now," said the female staff member.
Wang Xiong had clearly heard the news. He quickly walked into the office, "Little Zhang, you haven't left yet? I can take a look at that 'Chen Yan's Joke Talk'. "
Zhang Ye also understood that they definitely had to pay attention to their competitor's show, but in reality, he did not really care about it. If Zhang Ye had to say what he was feeling at this moment, it would probably be a phrase that Chenchen often said — hur hur. Then, he and many others sat together, waiting for the program to be broadcast.
Wang Xiong frowned, "Little Zhang's Talk Show has become popular. Recently, I've heard that there are quite a number of WebTV stations and even television stations that want to launch a Talk Show program. One of the Shanghai Television Station's local channels has come to discuss the copyright with us. However, this bunch of WebTV people aren't so particular. Look, they didn't even inform us or ask about the copyright. They directly copied our program's format!"
An employee said, "Are we going to file a lawsuit?"
Another female employee said, "Yes, we must sue them!"
Wang Xiong waved his hand, "Let's see the situation first. A lawsuit isn't easy, unless it's a last resort."
Zhang Ye still did not mind. He leaned against the window and smoked a cigarette. When he returned, the program had already begun broadcasting. Just as he sat down, Zhang Ye saw a middle-aged man in his forties. He was Chen Yan, also the host of "Chen Yan's Joke Talk". Indeed, it was as his colleague had said. The moment the camera entered the venue, Zhang Ye felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity. This was basically the setting of "Zhang Ye's Talk Show"!
"Hello everyone, I'm your old friend, Chen Yan."
"Let me tell everyone a story. Once upon a time, there was a mountain, and on the mountain was a temple …"
Li Li La La. "Chen Yan's Joke Talk" was a 20-minute program, so it ended very quickly.
Ah Qian also came over and watched for a long time, "Indeed, it's imitating Teacher Zhang!"
Little Yu said angrily, "I've heard some of the joke segments before. It's obvious that they were taken from the Internet. They are really shameless. Although this Chen Yan has always been tepid, he is still a very qualified WebTV host. How can he do this? Does he still want his reputation? "
A female employee said, "Teacher Zhang Ye, we have to sue them."
Zhang Ye smiled, "There's no need."
Someone beside them was stunned, "Why? They are infringing on copyright! "
Zhang Ye put down his words, "A program like theirs won't last more than two days."
Wang Xiong also had the same view. He was originally nervous, thinking that his company's exclusive program format had been plagiarized. It would have a certain impact on "Zhang Ye's Talk Show", and would divert some of the audience. However, after watching "Chen Yan's Joke Talk", Wang Xiong made up his mind, "Hur Hur, Little Zhang is right. There's no need to care about such a program. In a few days, no, the second episode might not even be broadcast!"
Indeed, a few minutes later, the program's 20-minute view count was released. A total of 35,000 views. It could not be any less!
Ah Qian said in disbelief, "Aren't talk shows very popular now? Why didn't a trend-following program like 'Chen Yan's Joke Talk Show' get a free ride? Just such a small number of views? I found a few of the joke segments in there to be passable. "
Zhang Ye explained with a smile, "A talk show is not purely a joke segment. It is not a combination of jokes. The core of a talk show is linked to current events. It is satire, ridicule, and also an art form of reflection. This' Chen Yan's Joke Talk Show 'is taking some online jokes and repeating them verbatim without any changes. There's no technical content at all, so it would be a wonder if the results are good!"
This was the reason why Zhang Ye was not too worried from the beginning!
Talk show? The people of this world had heard of this term for the first time because of Zhang Ye. However, they had only heard of it. They did not even fully understand the meaning of a talk show. They did not even understand the core value of a talk show or why "Zhang Ye's Talk Show" was so popular. In just a few days, a talk show artist that could match Zhang Ye appeared? How was this possible!? A talk show was not something anyone could do! The host and the creative team were very important! This Chen Yan did not have Zhang Ye's eloquence, nor did he have Zhang Ye's knowledge. Hence, no one bought into his rambling all day. Or in Zhang Ye's opinion, a trend-following program like "Chen Yan's Joke Talk Show" was not an orthodox talk show at all!
Everyone was alarmed for nothing.
After hearing Zhang Ye's analysis, everyone understood where "Chen Yan's Joke Talk Show" had failed. They also understood Teacher Zhang Ye's abilities and capabilities. Perhaps this year, in the country and the world, the only person who could perfectly perform a talk show was Zhang Ye! There was no other!
… …
Back home.
Zhang Ye noticed that Dong Shanshan was not around. She must be busy with her program, so he cooked a bag of instant noodles for himself to eat. The Instant Noodle Hero had returned.
After the meal, Zhang Ye opened the game ring. As he had to record programs every day for the next week, he needed ammunition. Hence, he used all his Reputation points to buy a Memory Search Sack and began eating it one by one. He continued to consolidate the talk show programs and internet joke segments from his world into his mind.
After doing all this, his phone suddenly rang.
"Hello, may I know if this is Teacher Zhang Ye?" It was a man. He sounded like he was in his thirties.
Zhang Ye said, "That's me. You are?"
The man immediately said, "I'm from the Shanghai Television Station's Entertainment Channel. I would like to ask about the approximate form of your contract with Weiwo company. I wonder if it's convenient for you to reveal it? I don't have any other intentions. I just want to know the length of your contract with Weiwo and the liquidated damages. We have seen your 'Zhang Ye's Talk Show' program. It's very novel and very good. So, well, we would like to invite you over to the Shanghai Television Station. I wonder if there's a chance. "
Shanghai Entertainment Channel?
This was also a local station, similar to the Beijing Arts Channel.
Zhang Ye tactfully said, "Sorry about that. My contract's liquidated damages might not be small, so …"
That person immediately said, "It's alright, Teacher Zhang. If you are sure you want to come, we will pay for the liquidated damages. As long as it's below 3 million, it's not a problem!"
Zhang Ye smacked his lips and said, "Forget it. I've just started over here. I'm still in the development stage. If there's a chance in the future, let's work together again." He did not make a firm promise, but he still rejected it. This was because Zhang Ye knew that he was already somewhat famous on the internet. He had also developed here, so it would be irrational to jump ship at this time. Besides, Weiwo company had treated Zhang Ye quite well. The Leaders also trusted him, unlike the radio and television stations that kept finding trouble with him. He was living very comfortably here, so he naturally could not let down the trust they had placed in him.
That person did not say anything else. After exchanging a few pleasantries, he hung up.
Following that, another person called Zhang Ye's cell phone. This was a phone call that surprised Zhang Ye, because it was from the Beijing Television Station!
"Teacher Zhang Ye, we met at a meeting previously, but you might not have any impression of it. We have never spoken before. Well, I'm looking for you because of your Talk Show program. Regarding the way the front desk dealt with you, they had no choice. I know you will definitely understand. You have worked for the Beijing Television Station for quite some time, so we have feelings for each other. We have fought together before. Well, I won't beat around the bush. The station wishes for you to come back and do a Talk Show program on the Beijing Television Station. What do you think?"
Just a few weeks ago, the Beijing Television Station had fired Zhang Ye. Not long after, they were asking him to come back? Zhang Ye actually did not have any qualms with the Beijing Television Station. He only had a problem with Wang Shuixin, but with the current situation, Zhang Ye was definitely not going back. At least not now. Being called to come and go as they please? Who do you think this bro is!? Bullsh * t!
Zhang Ye said, "I have no plans to jump ship for now."
"Is that so? Actually, you don't have to worry about the penalty fee. We can pay for it." That person was indignant, so he added another sentence.
Zhang Ye smiled, "It's not about the penalty fee."
Only then did that person stop speaking, "Then … Alright."
It was unknown if they had already discussed it, but following that, another person from the Dongshan province's television station called Zhang Ye. He was even the Deputy Station Head of the television station. He personally invited Zhang Ye over, but of course, Zhang Ye did not agree to it. He still tactfully rejected it. Actually, this fellow's attitude was still considered good. Thinking back to two weeks ago, he was still calling the television stations one by one to apply for a job. In the end, the television station's system had banned him. No one wanted him. Fans had also helped Zhang Ye find jobs and submit resumes, but there was still no response. Oh, now that this bro's program has become popular, all of you are coming to look for me? Is there any meaning to it!?
Zhang Ye rejected all the olive branches!
However, many people from the television stations and online television stations did not give up. This was because the third episode had already been broadcast. "Zhang Ye's Talk Show" had exploded in popularity overnight. Furthermore, the numbers did not drop after it became popular. Instead, the program's popularity was increasing by the day. Now, even the dumbest person knew the market prospects of a Talk Show program in the country. Talk Shows would definitely occupy a piece of the entertainment industry's territory in the future. No television station wanted to fall behind or miss out on this piece of cake. Now, the person most familiar with Talk Shows was Zhang Ye. However, after failing to recruit him, those people did not give up. They believed that the most important thing about a Talk Show was the joke segments on current events. As long as they found the writer team behind Zhang Ye, it would not make much difference to change the host.
Jianguo?
Eggy?
Lai Bao?
These three people had appeared in "Tonight 80's Talk Show". Zhang Ye had also brought the three of them out in the third episode. Everyone thought that the three of them were Zhang Ye's creative team behind the scenes. Hence, since they could not win over Zhang Ye, they shifted their target to the three "people"!
Phone calls were made to Weiwo company.
All the internal staff members that could be contacted were contacted.
Unfortunately, they were wrong. The so-called writer team that appeared in the three programs were only the creators of Zhang Ye's world's "Tonight 80's Talk Show". They did not exist in this world. Zhang Ye had only added the three names to add some interest and respect to the original works. He did not change them.
As such, these people from the television stations who wanted to poach Zhang Ye found out from their peers, insiders, or friends of Weiwo company that the creation of all the joke segments in "Zhang Ye's Talk Show" was done by Teacher Zhang Ye alone. There was no help from anyone, nor was there any so-called writer team!
It was all done by him?
It was all done by him alone?
The people from the television stations were dumbfounded!
With this, they finally gave up!
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