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The network should never have too much control over television shows. If the creators don't retain control of their work you get episodes aired out of order to get more viewers, you get product placements and everything is made to be as "pop" as possible. It really hurts the credibility of the show. Eureka and Smallville being two of the worst offenders. I used to hate how everyone in TV shows drove these classic cars then I realized, oh wait they drive these old cars because they aren't on the market and they aren't advertising for anyone! Now I can't stand it when people are like "get in the Yaris!" or "Want some stride Gum? It'll make you superhuman!"
I've found it's so much easier to turn off a show with product placements. Maybe it's the advertising itself, or just the loss of control by the creators that makes the show fail.
As far as Eureka goes, I lost interest in season 1. I wish I had quit watching it then but really there's nothing else on TV..
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