<p>This is all so predictable, yet so disgusting, especially the aforementioned SYTYCD contestant being asked to cry on camera about the death of his mom. It’s funny that you all mentioned that, because my D and I were watching the show (SYTYCD) and she wondered aloud whether certain people got through because they had compelling dramatic stories to tell, such as the death of a parent, and so on.</p>
<p>Television hasn’t changed. People want to extraordinary people in extraordinary situations. I hope it comes as no surprise that, while not scripted, it is manipulated. True reality TV would be boring. Who wants to watch people fill out paperwork, ride the bus, etc.</p>