To kick off this fantastic blog which I presume will be under much scrutiny of those who do not like others (me) who will do anything in their power to not only chase the rabbit but also catch the rabbit, put it on a skewer, lather it up with a great balsamic vinegar and olive oil mix, roast it on a slow rotisserie, and meanwhile relay the entire rabbit-trail chasing story again to you as you see that poor rabbit being slowly spun to eventually end up in your stomach. Yes, this is one of "those" blogs, where the said blogger uses punctuation where he or she likes, which is usually when a pause in the thought or a breath in the ramble is taken.
...that being said, I congratulate you for bearing with me, because this is why we are here -- to bear all with each other, our inmost thoughts on those who have thrown themselves into this dark world and insist on dragging us into their ignorance. They have not seen, and we must encourage them to venture out into the light, where all things good survive (Allegory of My Cave
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My point being, I wish to burst your bubble of all truths you know and hold dear.
So, here it is: the reason why all first episodes of television series are called "Pilot" is because they are the testers you might say, to see how the public reacts and so on. But, do you know WHY???
I have been trying, for quite some time now, to connect a pilot, who commands a flight, to a television first episode pilot being that the pilot is the first in command to a plane and all must obey yadayada. Nada, no connection whatsoever. You might hear "pilot hole" or "pilot lights" because these are effortless experiments to test a greater idea. For instance, a hole that is intended to connect a pipe will be drilled, but it will be very small so the outside forces and so on can be observed. If the hole expands meeting the expectations, then the procedure or construction will continue. I would have to argue that a television "pilot" is not done effortlessly, and in reality, right now, any topic on the lines of adultery or espionage will do.
Take it or leave it, but at least think about it, and in my case, I appreciate your time, and in your case, you will appreciate the truth that has been revealed to you about a "Pilot" not being a tester related to an aircraft.