So, this week is the beginning of the end for American Idol as far as I am concerned. The reasoning behind this claim is that the talent thus far is extremely sub par, no Paula, the terrible addition of Ellen, and the imminent departure of Simon. Idol has had several great moments and stars in the past but I say we just scratch this season right now while we are ahead of the game and put Idol to rest for good. Its time for another show to come along and catch our imaginations.
While Im at it, I might as well call for the ending of several other over played reality series. I think its fairly obvious to everyone which ones should go. Survivor, Amazing Race, and any sort of B star dating show on VH1 should all be cancelled immediately and never aired again. I know that Amazing race is currently on its 11th season and Survivor is definitely close to that. As far as the VH1 shows are concerned they reached their peak when Pumpkin spit into New York's face all those years ago.
I realize that reality series shouldnt be the only ones put under the microscope. Its also important to realize that I am really only bringing up shows that I personally dislike, but I would like to think that my preferences are basically in line with most people in this country. Lets get rid of 24, every CSI, every Law and Order, and anything having to do with teenage girls being pregnant. I will admit that from time to time the CSI and Law and Order shows have good moments, but I find it truly ridiculous that each one has several off shoots. I will allow each series to retain one show and maybe switch off characters from episode to episode. Otherwise, there is no excuse for 24 and 16 and Pregnant to have any hold on our television schedule.
Finally, there is one star, or family I guess, that we as a country need to eliminate completely from our lives. That would be Jon and Kate. I was a fan when their show first appeared on TLC, but after all of the drama and silliness, I can no longer take them, especially Kate. Lets get rid of all of these things now and for good.
Its time for us to take control of our television programming and get ourselves together. Thanks for reading
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Amazing Race gone?? Are you crazy?? I LOVE that show! Survivor is on number 20 now, and I can let that one go, since I haven't even watched the last 4. Agreed, Kate needs to go, as does 24 and Idol, but don't take away my Amazing Race! After all, it's AMAZING!!!
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