Reality TV

Jul. 10, 2014

News around the Emmy announcements generally focuses on best drama, best actors, and high-budget shows. But more Americans watch reality TV than True Detective. We look at the state of reality TV in 2014 and what it says about our culture.

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Credits

Guest:

Michael O'Connell - Hollywood Reporter - @mikeylikestv

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Andrew Walsh, Christian Bordal, Matt Holzman, Jolie Myers, Anna Scott

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