The hottest Reality TV Substack posts right now

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ChinaTalk 400 implied HN points 13 Dec 24
  1. A new group is offering $5,000 to $10,000 grants to people who can share bold ideas about defense strategies and military innovation. They want fresh thinking and to challenge old ways of doing things.
  2. There's a popular Chinese reality show where married couples, on the verge of divorce, go on a road trip together. It's creating a lot of buzz as viewers watch their emotional journey unfold.
  3. Recent changes in U.S. immigration policy aim to help international students who were required to return to their home countries after studying. It took a long time to fix this issue, highlighting problems in the system.
Ladyparts 918 implied HN points 10 Jan 24
  1. The importance of saying yes to new experiences and opportunities, like finding the perfect wedding dress at Kleinfeld.
  2. The value of effective communication and providing detailed information to professionals, like when Sasha shared her preferences for her wedding dress with the consultant.
  3. The emotional impact of finding 'the one' when it comes to significant decisions, like choosing the perfect wedding dress.
The Ankler 255 implied HN points 29 Jan 24
  1. Netflix's $5 billion deal with WWE is creating hope for unscripted producers and executives.
  2. Despite a slowdown in reality TV business due to tight budgets, recent announcements from Netflix and Comedy Central are sparking fresh prospects.
  3. The unscripted genre is seeing a revival, with Netflix's move beyond just sports signaling potential ripple effects on the industry.
Atlas of Wonders and Monsters 390 implied HN points 09 Feb 24
  1. Sparta and North Korea were both reactionary societies that lacked free flow of ideas, causing harm to their people.
  2. Nuanced narratives like _Three_ and _Crash Landing on You_ provide valuable insights into life in closed-off societies like Sparta and North Korea.
  3. Striving for nuance rather than strong opinions is important when discussing societies that are unable to respond, like Sparta or North Korea.
The Recovering Academic 138 implied HN points 07 Mar 23
  1. Survival shows like 'Alone' and the academic world of graduate school both promote a self-reliant mentality, but this mindset can be isolating and self-defeating in real life.
  2. Growing up close to nature can instill a deep connection with the environment, but nostalgia for a primitive past can sometimes cloud the reality of the present.
  3. The use of technology in survival scenarios, like on 'Alone', can be contradictory and may not accurately reflect historical survival methods. Invention often arises from abundance, not scarcity.
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Off-Topic 349 implied HN points 07 Mar 23
  1. Aaron Carter faced significant financial challenges, including filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which cleared over $2 million of debt.
  2. Aaron Carter struggled with a variety of mental health issues, substance abuse, and addiction, which intertwined to worsen his overall well-being.
  3. Aaron Carter's career saw ups and downs, including a comeback attempt with the album 'LØVË,' but personal struggles and reality television appearances added to his challenges.
Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends 0 implied HN points 08 May 14
  1. Twitter can be effective for raising awareness and promoting change, but also comes with its issues like imperialism and laziness.
  2. Reality TV star Susie Meister has been on multiple shows despite having a Ph.D., challenging stereotypes.
  3. Using 'ahahahahahaha' instead of 'lol' saves time and characters - who needs all those extra letters anyway?