Why do you think men do not watch the Bachelor, American Idol, The Swan and the like?

Rollergirl2001 · #1 04-15-2004, 01:30 AM

I'm talking about most men. I think the reason why is because many men would rather watch sports rather than a dating show. Besides, men are bored with chick shows like the Bachelor(ette), Forever Eden, etc. Also, men would rather watch Dog Eat Dog, which is degrading to women, in my opinion.

valkyrie · #2 04-15-2004, 01:44 AM

The only show you've mentioned that I watch is the Bachelor -- I've never watched any of the others. Mr. valkyrie doesn't watch tv unless I'm watching it -- he's just not into tv.

BobbyTheDon · #3 04-15-2004, 03:36 AM

because, i dont want to watch a show where i know that dude is a bigger stud than me. all the chicks will drool over this quarterback guy and i'll be like, uhhh hi, i'm here!

chideltjen · #4 04-15-2004, 11:39 AM

Actually I got addicted to Paradise Hotel last year because a guy told me how "cool" it was.

And my brother watches AI. Tho... most guys I talk to don't watch it.

AznSAE · #5 04-15-2004, 01:52 PM

I am home early on Tuesday's and Wednesdays, so whatever is showing on those days I get to watch. On the other days, I get caught up with ESPN, late sport games that is still on, and CNN news.

AchtungBaby80 · #6 04-15-2004, 05:23 PM

Because they don't really care about dating/makeover shows?

James · #7 04-15-2004, 09:41 PM

Because we are less gossipy and less up into other people's business.

These shows are basically bad drama and gossip . . think soap opera.

We would watch if you put in some nudity though . . .

CC1GC · #8 04-16-2004, 03:05 PM

I don't watch any of that garbage, it's a waste of my time.

moe.ron · #9 04-17-2004, 04:56 AM

If there was a nude pillow fight, I'll watch.

CSUSigEp · #10 04-17-2004, 05:08 AM

I only like watching American Idol for the performances, the whole tryout thing that takes up the first 10 episodes sucks to me.

The bachelor and stuff like that is just too long winded with not enough action, and yes it is like a soap opera.

Oh and also Sportscenter is always on. Girls dont appreciate sports for how awesome they are. Sports are different every time and the drama is real.

valkyrie · #11 04-17-2004, 03:14 PM

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Originally posted by CSUSigEp
Oh and also Sportscenter is always on. Girls dont appreciate sports for how awesome they are. Sports are different every time and the drama is real.

I'm a girl and I'd rather watch SportsCenter all day long than any of those stupid shows (aside from the Bachelor because for some stupid reason I'm addicted).

ThetaPrincess24 · #12 04-17-2004, 03:32 PM

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Originally posted by CC1GC
I don't watch any of that garbage, it's a waste of my time.

Here here! I'll certainly raise my glass and toast to that. Colossal waste of time.......

Jadey28 · #13 04-18-2004, 12:58 PM

My boyfriend doesn't like them because they are over-dramatic. I agree that men just aren't into the drama like women are. Too soap opera like.

And for the record, I have cut back my reality TV intake by half of what it used to be.

James · #14 04-18-2004, 01:12 PM

You are almost there . . keep weening yourself off . . .

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Originally posted by Jadey28
My boyfriend doesn't like them because they are over-dramatic. I agree that men just aren't into the drama like women are. Too soap opera like.

And for the record, I have cut back my reality TV intake by half of what it used to be.

SiKeS · #15 05-10-2004, 02:32 AM

Guys watch reality shows... Just different types of em...
I was stuck on watching Dream Job on ESPN... Not only was it entertaining, but the guy who won... Went to Mizzou and I've known for a very long time.. Good for him!

But I guess you're right.. men would rather watch sports..

http://sports.espn.go.com/broadband/dreamjob/index