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Reality TV, PhD

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Christina and Em dissect all your reality TV faves with a critical (and sometimes even academic) lens. But despite how long we spent in school, nothing–and we mean NOTHING–is too low brow for us. Join us for weekly episodes where we catch up on all the reality TV happenings that week, hear from guest lecturers, and hold back none of our hot takes! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views or positions of their employers, any entities they may represent, or anyone else.

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July 10, 2024

On Alone Season 11, Ep. 1-3

Here it is. The episode you all have been waiting for… The episode where Christina and Em leave the comfort of their reality TV dating show coverage and embark into the unchartered territory that is SURVIVAL SHOWS aka ALONE SEASON 11. This episode of the pod features a competitive draft where Christina and Em both choose 4 of the remaining 8 players to be on their team for the rest of the season. Things get heated. We are both competitive AF. Who will take the crown?!?!?!?! Anyway, if Alone isn’t your thing, don’t fret! We spend the first half of the episode doing deep dives of Love Island USA and America’s Sweethearts: DCC… there was much to discuss! You know we can’t help ourselves! Episode Timestamps & Spoiler Warnings: <ul> <li>00:00-45:26 Homeroom: Report Card, Pop Quiz [spoilers: America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders; Love Island USA Season 6; I Kissed a Boy; Race to Survive New Zealand; Perfect Match 2; Below Deck Med Season 9]</li> <li>45:26-1:05:50 Seminar: Alone Season 11, Ep. 1-3 [spoilers]</li> </ul> Episode Bibliography: <ul> <li><a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.2189/asqu.2009.54.1.32">The Call of the Wild paper that Em reads from</a></li> <li><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/hot-summer-elle-everhart/20668125">Christina’s queer Love Island romance book rec</a></li> </ul> Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realitytvphdpod/">@realitytvphdpod</a>. Interested in being a guest lecturer? Have thoughts or feedback? Send us an email at <a href="mailto:realitytvphdpod@gmail.com">realitytvphdpod@gmail.com</a>. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers alone and do not reflect the views, opinions, or positions of their employers, any entities they may represent, or anyone else. Although the speakers endeavor to be accurate, not all of the facts may be correct. The speakers make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, suitability, or validity of any information discussed. This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only, and not meant to provide any advice, legal or otherwise. It is created with much respect to all of the folks involved in reality TV who contribute to the beloved medium.

June 24, 2024

On Love Island US, Eps. 1-10

Episode Description: SOMETHING IS IN THE WATER BECAUSE WHAT IS HAPPENING ACROSS THESE SHOWS? We need to talk about Harry. We need to talk about Rob. And guess what?????? WE DO. That’s honestly all we’re going to say. Tune in :) Episode Timestamps & Spoiler Warnings: <ul> <li>0:00-24:47 Home Room: Report Card, Pop Quiz, Show & Tell [spoilers: Race to Survive: New Zealand; Below Deck Med Season 9; Perfect Match Season 2; Love Island UK Season 11; Love Island US Season 6]</li> <li>24:47-1:02:27 Seminar: Love Island US, Eps. 1-10 [spoilers]</li> </ul> Episode Bibliography: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.autostraddle.com/netflix-perfect-match-dominique-brittan-bisexual-romance-cut/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=netflix-perfect-match-dominique-brittan-bisexual-romance-cut">Interview with Dominique re: Perfect Match</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.ssense.com/en-us/editorial/culture/bravo-network-american-culture-real-housewives">Everything is Bravo article on how Bravo became template for daily life</a></li> </ul> Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realitytvphdpod/">@realitytvphdpod</a>. Interested in being a guest lecturer? Have thoughts or feedback? Send us an email at <a href="mailto:realitytvphdpod@gmail.com">realitytvphdpod@gmail.com</a>. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers alone and do not reflect the views, opinions, or positions of their employers, any entities they may represent, or anyone else. Although the speakers endeavor to be accurate, not all of the facts may be correct. The speakers make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, suitability, or validity of any information discussed. This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only, and not meant to provide any advice, legal or otherwise. It is created with much respect to all of the folks involved in reality TV who contribute to the beloved medium.

June 17, 2024

On Perfect Match, Ep. 1-6

WARNING: Very long, meandering conversation at the top of this episode that has nothing to do with Reality TV. That’s just what we needed, OK?! Once we get that out of our system, we dive in. For this first time in history, Christina gives one of Em’s favorite shows an A, which is huge, IMO. Em gives details on a most recent challenge in The Challenge: All Stars, which involves electrocuting contestants, which tracks. Then we talk about the first episode drop of Perfect Match and do a very humane thing where we put the contestants in tiers. Next week, we’ll be comparing LI UK to LI USA… pretty exciting stuff! Episode Timestamps & Spoiler Warnings: <ul> <li>0:00-38:02 Report Card [spoilers: Race to Survive: New Zealand; Love Island USA Season 6; The Challenge All Star: Season 4; Love Island UK Season 11]</li> <li>[content warning: discussion of phlebotomy and blood between 2-9 minutes]</li> <li>38:02 Seminar: Perfect Match Season 2, Episodes 1-6 [spoilers]</li> </ul> Episode Bibliography: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@chappellroan/video/7262099181794512174?lang=en">HOT TO GO</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.peacocktv.com/watch-online/movies/summer-qamp/e9c02317-1e04-39c8-81c2-bd63a84451a1">Summer Qamp on Peacock</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81325689">Fear Street trilogy on Netflix</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Totally-Killer-Kiernan-Shipka/dp/B0CG7JCWP4">Totally Killer on Prime </a></li> <li><a href="https://press.hulu.com/shows/black-twitter-a-peoples-history/">Black Twitter: a People’s History on Hulu</a></li> <li><a href="https://substack.com/home/post/p-144663180">Julia Turshen’s substack on making cooking more physically accessible</a></li> <li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4oIot2TDIimjp8aI0I6CJn?si=4B_4qxFDSteVIQv0fOHcDg&context=spotify%3Acollection%3Apodcasts%3Aepisodes&nd=1&dlsi=7855ff6295944bf6">Anne Helen Peterson’s podcast on Sephora teens </a></li> </ul> Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realitytvphdpod/">@realitytvphdpod</a>. Interested in being a guest lecturer? Have thoughts or feedback? Send us an email at <a href="mailto:realitytvphdpod@gmail.com">realitytvphdpod@gmail.com</a>. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers alone and do not reflect the views, opinions, or positions of their employers, any entities they may represent, or anyone else. Although the speakers endeavor to be accurate, not all of the facts may be correct. The speakers make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, suitability, or validity of any information discussed. This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only, and not meant to provide any advice, legal or otherwise. It is created with much respect to all of the folks involved in reality TV who contribute to the beloved medium.

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What is Reality TV, PhD?: Christina and Em dissect all your reality TV faves with a critical (and sometimes even academic) lens. But despite how long we spent in school, nothing–and we mean NOTHING–is too low brow for us. Join us for weekly episodes where we catch up on all the reality TV happenings that week, hear from guest lecturers, and hold back none of our hot takes!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not reflect the views or positions of their employers, any entities they may represent, or anyone else.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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