Big Mouth.

Today, The Daily Terrorgraph announced that the new panel show for Big Brother, called Big Mouth, would be hosted by Tony Squires and Rebecca Wilson. You can read Brekkie's excellent summary on BBBA for the details.

So what do we think about THAT little bombshell?

Well, on the plus side, we have two experienced, pop culture savvy, experienced, mature, journo's hosting the show. They have extensive media skills in print, radio and TV, so they will bring all that to the table on Big Brother.
It's also a huge shot out of left field, so it's adding that shock value, intrigue and anticipation about the new season. All pluses.
The fact that they are two OLDER personalities will also bring a different flavour to the show and hopefully their insights and views will appeal to a much larger audience demographic.

On the down side, they're both essentially sports journalists and one might ask, "Well, what the hell do they know about Big Brother? Have they ever watched the show? Are they fans, will the show be "The Fat" type production with a reality TV perspective"?

We also have to wonder if a BB panel type show will work again after the failure of the venture in 2003.

In my opinion, although I'm not a huge fan of Rebecca Wilson, she doesn't mince words, she's sharp witted and sassy, and she obviously has good chemistry with Tony Squires having worked with him on a TV panel show before and most recently on radio, so I'm going to keep my mind open about this and wait to see what they have to offer.

The major plus and the thing that fills me with hope for the new season, is the mere fact that the producers are trying something different and are going out on a limb with their choices. Although the panel show has been done before, it was probably a little OVER done. Too many panelists, too many big personalities all trying to have their three minute screen grab and it seemed to be a badly put together hash job.

Clearly, things will be different this time. The hosts are not people you would necessarily associate with the Big Brother concept, they're older, more experienced journalists rather than the usual ex-housemate, C grade celeb and pop psych people, and the timeslot is much later (9.30pm weeknight) which also promises us a more "adult" viewing experience.

The other positive I feel is that a panel show allows another avenue for viewer discussion. It's another chance for fans of the show to have a say, to have a voice, and to feel more involved which is certainly a good thing and something that's been missing for too long.

Whether it's a total flop or a huge success, BB is moving in the right direction. People are talking, people are counting down the days and we're ready to embrace the new.

BB, April 28th. BRING. IT. ON!!!!

****Breaking News****
BB promo's to start on the 6th or 7th of April. Keep your eyes peeled!!

Tick. Tock.....

Firstly, I'd like to wish all my Diary Room co-horts a fantastic Easter, especially the fab crew of BB. Enjoy your break, it's the last one you'll get for a while. ;) Thanks for sharing your thoughts and the teasers you leave here and via email, it certainly makes the pre-season much more fun.

To the potential housemates, congratulations and I hope you enjoy your lockdown experience from the 20th of April. Pack some good DVD's.

Look out for promo's after Easter and share your thoughts on the forums and here.

The clock is ticking. Not long to go now!!

But What Else?

No more animal farm.

Cosy, cosy, sleeping area.

Huge redesign of the set for Sunday and Monday night show.

A big new area/house extension.

Confirmed that noms and evicts WILL both be happening on Sunday nights. Monday is just a daily show and then a panel type show in the 9.30 timeslot.

*sshhhh. Big Brother is watching!*
******UPDATE*******
News just in- An undisclosed source (but credible. I checked the email provider) has told me that calls are in the process of being made now for the first round of housemates. Those called will then have their publicity stills and video grabs filmed just after Easter.
Believe it or NOT. At this point I don't care a jot! This is purely RUMOUR at this stage, so don't flog me with emails or pm's on BBBA. It's all I know right now!!!!

Housemate Selection

I've had a few emails and messages from people begging to be put out of their misery re the whole timeline for selection process.

My information is that nobody has been called yet, and that potential housemates will not know if they've been successful for a few more weeks yet. My info was "possibly Easter!!!"

However, as with everything BB related, this could change at any time.

Also, the rumour that the house renovations have been delayed due to bad weather is completely untrue. The house is actually well on schedule.