It seems the people of America love the thrill they receive from drama. The second they find something that spices up their life, they cling to it, which is the reason why certain TV shows are still on the air. Some reality shows can make your heart beat with excitement, while others can make you truly wonder what they were thinking. Here are some of the best and worst TV shows for you to tune into or tune out.
“Shark Tank”
BEST!
This isn’t on the “best” list just because it represents our Sharks. (Fins Up!) “Shark Tank” takes a business owner’s dream and brings it to life — at least sometimes. It’s rare for start-up companies to receive help from wealthy business entrepreneurs, known as “sharks,” but this show makes it happen. “Shark Tank” allows a person to pitch their ideas in the hopes of gaining both money and a business partner. The show leaves viewers in anticipation to see whether or not the Sharks will accept or deny the offer delivered to them.
“Undercover Boss”
BEST!
Viewers become engaged by the way this show unfolds. They are able to witness the inspiring, or not so inspiring ways employees treat their customers. CEOs and managers drastically change their appearance and go undercover in their organizations to see what really goes on when nobody is watching. At the end of each episode, the undercover boss gains a sense of how their businesses are run. Depending on if an employee goes above and beyond during the episode, he or she receives a promotion or an extravagant gift. Be careful. Your boss may be undercover right now.
“Cake Boss”
BEST!
Experience a world of pastries and extravagant cakes with the staff of Carlo’s Bakery, operated by the charismatic Buddy Valastro. Each episode highlights the preparation of incredible, unique cakes that’ll make your stomach growl and your jaw drop. During one episode a cake was created in the shape of a full-size car. Cake Boss is a true family show that leaves you smiling, amazed and inspired.
“Real Housewives”
WORST!
The “Real Housewives” franchise needs to come to an end. The show highlights wealthy women from around the country who can’t seem to get along. An average night for these women includes pulling hair and pouring drinks on each other. Anyone can tell by their boobs, nose jobs, Botox and their overall personality that they are the furthest thing from real. The “Fake Housewives” would be a better name. Whether they are in New York, New Jersey, Atlanta or Orange County, the so-called “real” housewives provide never-ending, pointless drama.
“Here Comes Honey Boo Boo”
WORST!
The title alone should give viewers a hint that this show is absolutely ridiculous and shouldn’t exist. The show is centered on the sassy and misbehaved grade-schooler, Alana Thompson aka Honey Boo Boo, who was introduced on the other absurd reality TV show, “Toddlers & Tiaras.” Clearly any show has the ability to make it big in the TV world. The point of this show is — actually, I really don’t think there even is one. It’s simply about a family who lives in the country; they sit down on their couch and eat. The viewers who watch this show are literally watching another person doing the same exact thing they are doing. Most of the time, you can barely even understand or comprehend what they are saying because they just don’t make any sense or their mouths are stuffed with potato chips. Again, what’s the point?
“Dating Naked”
WORST!
Yet another dating show. This time, the men and women are completely naked. Six individuals pair up and adventure to an exotic location and spend the day together while partaking in activities such as horseback riding or zip lining. It’s almost as if the producers choose the most awkward activities on purpose. I mean really, riding a horse spread eagle while naked? At the end of each episode, the individuals get to choose who they want to leave the island with. The show is entertaining but the concept behind it seems to puzzle many viewers because they are watching naked people roam around as if they are fully clothed. The show just isn’t normal, but I definitely give the stars of the show an A+ for self-confidence while stripping down on national TV.
“Keeping up with the Kardashians”
BEST AND WORST!
Countless viewers idolize the Kardashian beauties, while others don’t understand their fame. To break it down, they are famous simply because of their wealth, their father and, of course, a sex tape. The show glorifies their silly pranks and not-so-pleasing behaviors for example, when they randomly scream or cry out of nowhere. This reality show gives viewers mixed emotions. You can tell the Kardashians are a family who truly love each other, and that’s the heartwarming part about their show. But at the same time, their dramatic and sometimes fake personalities can persuade the viewer to change the channel.
From best to worst, we all have that show we love to hate or just plain love. At times we catch ourselves being entranced by the TV world and may even ask ourselves, “What the heck are we watching?” But, that’s the fun of it! These shows are designed to get a laugh out of us, or even better, inspire us. So, pick up that remote and keep up with the housewives, bake a cake, and follow that small idea you once had to become the entrepreneur you always wanted to be, because you may just find yourself swimming in a shark tank, possibly naked.
