Although I'm not a huge fan of television in general, there is a particular genre of shows that I really don't understand-reality. Maybe it's because the 'reality' that exists in these shows is a far cry from any form of real life that I've been able to observe or experience, or maybe it's because the people chosen for such 'reality' roles rub me the wrong way. Either way, I'm just not a fan of reality tv.
I caught a glimpse of the show The Biggest Loser the other night, and then Survivor a bit later. The contestants on the 'game' of Survivor were gaunt and hungry, the 'contestants' on The Biggest Loser were, well, big. I have recently been noticing how 'efficient' our nation tries to be. We have drive-up windows, automated entries in nearly every store, self-check out lanes, debit/credit cards, 'value meals', the internet, online purchasing, online dating, online education, digital cameras; the list could go on and on. I'm not usually a fan of most of the 'efficiencies' society has incorporated, but I have a suggestion for a new type of efficiency. I think that we should minimize the number of reality tv shows out there by combining them, thus making television watching more efficient.
Wouldn't you just love to watch contestants from The Biggest Loser try their hand at Survivor? They would not only lose weight, but have to work a lot just to keep a shelter over their heads, a fire burning and food in their big bellies. It would bring them back to the basics in life and help them understand the luxury that food is and help them appreciate it more? I'd call it The Biggest (or maybe the smallest) Survivor. ( :
Another couple of shows that could be combined are The Bachelor and Sister Wives. Isn't that basically what The Bachelor is-one man with many women? The contestants may have to be limited to those who come from Colorado City.
And what about Extreme Home Makeover and Hoarders? I'd really like to see Kutcher's Punk'd step in to an episode of Hell's Kitchen, or any reality tv show for that matter. Having Project Runway and Say Yes to the Dress combined would be really cool too. It would be fun to watch the Kardashians on Wipeout, or a Toddlers and Tiaras version of American Idol. I wonder if Real Housewives would be Smarter than a Fifth Grader, or what Pimp My Ride would do to the boats on Deadliest Catch. What are some other combinations that would be fun?
It sickens me to think that there are over 800 reality tv shows that have been created in the past twelve years or so. The only one that I have ever really enjoyed is Man vs. Wild. Bear Grylls is kind of amazing, and he shares great information on his show.
If only we could be more efficient when it comes to reality tv shows...
3 comments:
What a funny post! Some of these ideas would be great. I do love to watch some reality TV. The biggest loser always motivates me and teaches me nutritional stuff, Survivor is dumb, but just entertaining, and I LOVE the Amazing Race. It makes me want to travel the world.
I also love Man vs. Wild, and Everest: Beyond the Limit.
Come to think of it, I don't think there are any sitcoms with "actors" that I watch regularly anymore, other than the Office, which in my opinion is losing my interest.
Very clever!! You must know a little about reality shows since you came up with so many combos. I think you should forward this to the networks. And wow, I took a look at your "books you've read" list. All of them this year? Holy moly (this is said with the utmost admiration).
I like reality tv. But then, I like to look in people's windows on my walks when it's dark and see how they've decorated (from the sidewalk...not on a stool in their landscaping...). This post made me laugh. I love how you think.
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