Officially reality television had its birth in the late 1940s with Candid Camera, but never took off into the mainstream until Survivor and American Idol in the 2000s. This developed a major boom on most major networks even developing The Fox Reality Channel, which is completely dedicated to reality TV. MTV and VH1 doesn’t feature any competition based shows like The Amazing Race, but focuses more on documentary-like programs such as Real 
World and Jersey Shore. The people featured on these shows are specifically chosen for their entertaining personalities and/or their “attractive” appearances. They are mainly shown under the worst possible conditions (drunk and stumbling) in an attempt to gain viewers who enjoy the antics of random make outs, hookups, and fist pumping. I really dislike the fact these shows are even referred to as “reality” due to the way they don’t accurately reflect society and its individuals’ behavior. Modern society has no purpose for these programs but is definitely affected by them. Everyday people are getting their fifteen minutes of fame, but is it for better or worse that we are aware of the existences of Snookie and “New York”. I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but I do enjoy watching people scream at each other for brainless, pointless reasons. Love it. Can’t get enough of it. But it’s not meant to be an advocate for kids to find role models. Kids, don’t watch Jersey Shore, go back to watching Nickelodeon where you belong.
World and Jersey Shore. The people featured on these shows are specifically chosen for their entertaining personalities and/or their “attractive” appearances. They are mainly shown under the worst possible conditions (drunk and stumbling) in an attempt to gain viewers who enjoy the antics of random make outs, hookups, and fist pumping. I really dislike the fact these shows are even referred to as “reality” due to the way they don’t accurately reflect society and its individuals’ behavior. Modern society has no purpose for these programs but is definitely affected by them. Everyday people are getting their fifteen minutes of fame, but is it for better or worse that we are aware of the existences of Snookie and “New York”. I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but I do enjoy watching people scream at each other for brainless, pointless reasons. Love it. Can’t get enough of it. But it’s not meant to be an advocate for kids to find role models. Kids, don’t watch Jersey Shore, go back to watching Nickelodeon where you belong.
I couldn't agree with you more. I feel that Anderson Cooper is a diamond in the rough when it comes to journalists. I must admit though that Bill is amusing to watch...especially when he gets owned by one of his guests...(usually edited out of the FOX versions!