season 1
Game show viewers live vicariously through the contestants they watch.
42:10S1 E4 - Sex, Love or Money?How dating and relationship shows have revolutionized the game show genre, helping Americans navigate changing social norms around love, sex and gender roles.TV-PG | 05.31.2023
42:09S1 E3 - Over the TopThe evolution of reality competition shows sheds new light on changes to the TV industry, as well as broader social shifts in American culture.TV-PG | 05.25.2023
42:12S1 E2 - Show Me the MoneyA behind-the-scenes look at heart-wrenching moments of victory, defeat and even fraud puts a human face on the popular format.TV-PG | 05.18.2023
42:12S1 E1 - The Answer Is…The evolution of the quiz show provides a glimpse into the transformation of American culture, its shifting relationship with knowledge through the kinds of questions asked and the responses.TV-PG | 05.11.2023