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This research explores the Twitter activity surrounding ABC's "GCB," examining both positive and negative tweets before and after the show's premiere. We analyze the volume of tweets and the impact of hashtags, highlighting themes related to Christianity and Texas, as well as comparisons to popular shows like "Desperate Housewives." Insights reveal that while tweets accounted for a small portion of overall engagement, they provide valuable feedback for writers and PR strategies. Positive sentiment can enhance viewership, emphasizing the importance of social media in modern television promotion.
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Twitter and ABC Network’s “GCB” JulieCrimmins, LilyFu, AjselaPestalic, JasmineNesi & Carrie Smith
a A K K K K k A Hashtags
Accounted for seven percent of tweets “Good Christian Bitches” or “Good Christian Belles?” Themes: Christianity
Show was set and filmed in Dallas, TX Accounted for approximately 3.6 percent of tweets Themes: Texas
Comparison to Desperate Housewives Checking in to aaaaaaaaa Beauty Kit Contest Other Trends
Link advertisements Respond to public criticism Utilize twitter techniques Recommendations
Positive sentiment and buzz can increase viewership and ratings • Feedback for writers • Twitter users not a representative sample of viewers Implications