Press Play with Madeleine Brand
How to make an addictive, drama-free reality TV show
Fires, politics -- the news is stressful. It’s one reason why gentle TV shows are popular now. On the Japanese TV show “Terrace House” there are no fights, no drama, and everyone is respectful.
By Madeleine Brand • • 47m ListenFires, politics -- the news is stressful. It’s one reason why gentle TV shows are popular now. On the Japanese TV show “Terrace House” there are no fights, no drama, and everyone is respectful.
70's sitcom displayed on a vintage TV courtesy of Robert Couse-Baker.
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