What's on my DVR

I one of those people who give new shows a shot. I love all types of TV, reality, talk shows and drama.  This year I have fallen in love with a few new guilty pleasures. 

The Secret Circle is a Teen Drama. I checked it out because of it following my favorite Thursday night show "Vampire Diaries". It was kind of boring at first, but I gave it a few more tries and now I am hooked. Cassie (blonde center front) is the main character in a group of witches in a small town. They find each other and build their Secret Circle. If you are into Sci-fi teen drama's check it out!

I am bummed about this second one. GCB stands for Good Christian Bitches. This show was on ABC- I say 'was' because it has been cancelled! BOO!! This show is adapted from a book by Kim Gatlin. I have not read the book, but it is on my list to read. The characters are rich Christian Texans who are still holding some grudges since High School although they now have teenagers of their on. There is some great country music in this show and great one liners. I really hope that it is picked up by another network. You can watch the entire season on ABC.com. 

And finally, Duck Dynasty. There is nothing funnier than a family of rich country rednecks. This is the Robertson Family, they are the inventor of Duck Commander (a duck caller used for hunting). They have made a TON of money and this is a reality show about them. The show spans 3 generations of the Robertson clan. They fish, hunt, cook, build their duck callers and show their family antics. It is fantastic. But keep in mind, if you don't want to see animals being killed then maybe this is not the show for you. You can find this on A&E. 

"Reality" Entertainment

There are plenty of shows that have been dubbed "Reality". However unless we are talking about the original MTV Real World cast from 1992 then most likely it isn't even remotely real!

These people were put into MTV's first "Reality" show. Yet they lived in a Soho Loft and a few of them have had major careers after leaving the show. They were stereotyped onto the show and went on to do other MTV challenges/shows and wrote books, had rapping careers and became professional models.
The show did touch on different topics that were important during that time. It showed that people of different backgrounds could relate and get along.
Later in the 22 seasons that followed, the housing became more extravagant and the locations more exotic. The show turned into a sex and booze filled half hour.

Then there is the smash hit from MTV in 2009. Ahhh to be a Guido or Guidette in America and go to "The Shore" for a fist pumping good time. Amazing how has changed or not changed from 1992 to 2009.

On this show the cast was put into a home in Seaside Heights, NJ and ::GASP:: they had to work on the boardwalk at a T-shirt shop. But don't worry now, they only had to work 2 shifts a week, that left plenty of time for GTL. If your not down with the lingo Gym, Tanning and Laundry. The same cast is currently filming their second season, this time in Miami, FL.
There were challenges for this cast to face, such as the regulars at the Shore not appreciating the cameras and the cast coming into local places. There were plenty of fights on the first season. The cast found love and fell out of it too. Plus they all walked away from the show with a pay check and a free summer at the Shore. Most of the cast is doing appearances and showing up on other shows, red carpet events and commercials. Life as a Guido doesn't sound to bad, does it?

Then there are the shows that are "Reality" and geared more to the adult women. "The Real Housewives of __(insert city name here)__" have turned living extravagantly into a art form. This show follows "real housewives", which make me laugh! These woman belong to country clubs, own multiple homes, beautiful cars, and have maids & nannies. The dine at the posh restaurants and look impeccable.

The real housewives that I know, are not like this at all. Housewives I know are driving minivans, cooking their family meals, cleaning their homes and do not drop thousands of dollars in one store for themselves weekly. However this show can be very entertaining. This show makes you believe that these woman are friends or maybe enemies. That the happen to run into each other at stores or the spa (not set up at all) and they follow that up with lunch at the hottest spots in the Hampton's, LA, or NYC.

No matter what your taste there is a "reality show" for you. From Supper Nanny, to Cake Boss, or OC Choppers - you can find entertainment on TV. It is claiming it is real, but remember: someone has to carry the camera, boom, mics, fix hair and make up, scout out locations, etc.... the list goes on and on.

Happy Viewing!