Originally Posted by ProjectNaked

Televison programing is and always has been produced to entertain simpletons. Every "reality" show on tv goes through HEAVY editing and many scenes are shot 3-4 times until the producers get the reactions they want. The majority of the scenes are planned out and stocked with extras. (Next time the cast members walk into a bar or building figure out why there are already cameras inside waiting and filming them walking in??)

The "good" shows, (programs with a plot, strong cast, inelligence,...) are cancelled because the audiences of higher iq viewers are opting to do work, build small businesses, or spending time with the family instead of vegitating in front of the "boob tube" like a pile of shit.