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Barefoot 05-24-2015 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee (Post 1064868)
We are followers of Big Bang, but it seems to really be struggling now that Penny is legit and making a real living and cut her hair and got all growed up! I really like Howard's wife (cannot think of her name), she is much under rated and is a very clever comedienne. Also like Stew in the comic book shop - I think he is in the new Melissa McCarthy movie, I saw a quick review and thought it was him. He also is very clever and under rated. Did you see the one where he and Amy went to the movies and Sheldon turned up - great writing. I saw "Amy" on an old What not to Wear and she really does look much like Amy on Big Bang. In real life she is Mayim Hoya Bialik, American actress and a real neuroscientist. She is very well spoken and looks like a geek!
This is a great show, but can the writers keep the quality going much longer?
I agree, now that Penny is all growed up and respectable, it isn't as funny.
Programs always seem to end while they're on a "high", before they peak out.
Seinfeld did. I think we may soon be saying goodbye to BB Theory.

queasy27 05-24-2015 06:51 PM
I've always preferred nonfiction books and documentary movies and now watch quite a few reality shows, usually competitive shows or those that highlight people with some type of talent or experience, like the veterinarian shows and Pit Bulls and Parolees. I also enjoy makeover shows, and there are a lot for houses and cars, although I'll admit to only watching the beginning and then skipping to the end to see the transformations.

My current favorites are Masterchef (especially the Junior version), Face Off, SYTYCD and of course a lot of House Hunters.

I also watch true crime shows, but only those that focus on the forensics and police work that went into solving a crime, like Homicide Hunter with Joe Kenda. And only if they aren't too gory.

The only show I watch that's in the vein of "people living their lives" is the Little Couple, because it's very sweet and their journey has been inspiring.

graciegirl 05-24-2015 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by queasy27 (Post 1064889)
I've always preferred nonfiction books and documentary movies and now watch quite a few reality shows, usually competitive shows or those that highlight people with some type of talent or experience, like the veterinarian shows and Pit Bulls and Parolees. I also enjoy makeover shows, and there are a lot for houses and cars, although I'll admit to only watching the beginning and then skipping to the end to see the transformations.

My current favorites are Masterchef (especially the Junior version), Face Off, SYTYCD and of course a lot of House Hunters.

I also watch true crime shows, but only those that focus on the forensics and police work that went into solving a crime, like Homicide Hunter with Joe Kenda. And only if they aren't too gory.

The only show I watch that's in the vein of "people living their lives" is the Little Couple, because it's very sweet and their journey has been inspiring.

I love House Hunters and renovations. AND I like True Crime too. Wasn't thinking but that IS reality TV.

Schaumburger 05-24-2015 08:42 PM
I like "Cops", "Cold Justice," "Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown," "Property Brothers," and "My Cat From Hell". "Survivor" reminds of my what my workplace is like, so I'm not a fan of "Survivor." I'm not into the singing, dancing, mate finding, bridezilla or wife swapping shows.

Madelaine Amee 05-25-2015 05:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Schaumburger (Post 1064932)
I like "Cops", "Cold Justice," "Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown," "Property Brothers," and "My Cat From Hell". "Survivor" reminds of my what my workplace is like, so I'm not a fan of "Survivor." I'm not into the singing, dancing, mate finding, bridezilla or wife swapping shows.
Love Anthony Bourdain - but, can you believe what he eats and drinks:yuck:. I'd be doing the dead canary scenario by now - flat on my back with legs in the air.

Trish Crocker 05-25-2015 11:43 PM
Never watched Survivor but do like a lot of HGTV, Ghost Adventures and The Dead Files (I know, I'm weird)...now I'm watching Married at First Sight...total junk but I find it fun. Steve hates reality TV but I will find him watching with me. Sometimes it's just fun to fill your head with something that's fluff....after all, we lead such stressful lives here in TV. It is sooooo hard deciding where to eat or checking that we get the tee time we requested!

Barefoot 05-26-2015 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Trish Crocker (Post 1065441)
..now I'm watching Married at First Sight...total junk but I find it fun.
You are right, Married at First Sight is total mindless junk, and a silly storyline.
But I watch it and my girlfriends watch it. There is something fascinating about the show.
I really like the guy who feels responsible for his niece.

Villager Joyce 05-26-2015 06:00 AM
I need to try out for Married at First Sight. My husband proposed the weekend of our blind date and we were married 30 days later. That was 33 years ago. Hope it works.

HimandMe 05-26-2015 07:31 AM
So many characters on TV and families on TV are dysfunctional...that is what makes they interesting to most. Sometimes they act out what may only be a passing thought for the rest of us. Normalcy doesn't attract viewers.

jblum315 05-26-2015 08:58 AM
I do like American Pickers and occasionally I watch Shark Tank, but that's it for "reality shows."

DougB 05-26-2015 09:55 AM
The only reality TV show I ever watched was The Brady Bunch. I quit watching because it was always Marcia, Marcia, Marcia!

Barefoot 05-26-2015 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Villager Joyce (Post 1065465)
I need to try out for Married at First Sight. My husband proposed the weekend of our blind date and we were married 30 days later. That was 33 years ago. Hope it works.
Awwwww, that is a very romantic story. :eclipsee_gold_cup:

Pegamyheart 05-26-2015 01:17 PM
Reality?
 
Nothing "real" about reality TV, it's staged to the hilt. But otherwise, it would be pretty boring and filled with goofs. I like Dr. Pol because he and his wife and staff are so genuine. There was also a nifty program about a woman whose young family lived and worked a sheep farm (Shear Madness?), but I haven't seen it since the first season. Does anyone know if it is still around? I still enjoy PBS for it's excellent programming.

hulahips 06-05-2015 03:45 PM
My reality favorite would be Judge Judy!

dewilson58 06-05-2015 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by DougB (Post 1065571)
The only reality TV show I ever watched was The Brady Bunch. I quit watching because it was always Marcia, Marcia, Marcia!
My Fav was Gilligan's Island, now that was real.


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