You hit the nail on the head with American Idol, Cass. I really think people only watch that show for Simon, but that's a horrible reason if there ever was one. I'd hate to have to be in the same room as that guy.
And Survivor is a show I watch since it's my dad's favorite show. It gives us something to talk about. I agree that it's not the most compelling program in the world. It's far from it. It really just boils down to a bunch of know-it-all's arguing and rolling in mud.
Food has never been a factor on that show either. every other day they get to stuff themselves on a huge pile of goodies that the host makes them fight over. One of the contestants this season is so thin that she actually looks like she's anorexic. She likely only got on the show so they could make it look like the contestants are going hungry.
