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Wow, it just gets more disturbing. I despised this show even before I know about any of these crazy behind-the-scenes events.
And this? This I totally believe: Quote:
And the stuff about putting the contestants all into one bedroom, having to shower together and use a Port-a-potty? Like, whaaat? I can't even. Quote:
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05-24-16, 08:00 AM | ||
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Alberta
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Though it will get less coverage than the NY Post article, Freedhoff explains himself somewhat in his blog today: http://www.weightymatters.ca/2016/05...s-explain.html
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05-24-16, 09:57 AM | |
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I recall contestants who have voluntarily left the show during filming, but I am sure that there are contracts with many requirements. They must have lots of requirements about confidentiality, and not revealing behind-the-scenes secrets. That would explain why it takes years for secrets to come out. Either the contracts have restrictions for a given number of years, or the contestants wait until the statute of limitations runs out for bringing a lawsuit for breach of contract.
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05-24-16, 10:06 AM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
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"Reality" shows have absolutely nothing to do with reality. It is show business and created to make money. It's like watching "The Walking Dead" and thinking that is real.
I've always found TBL condescending, exploitative and disturbing. As I find the vast majority of "reality" shows.
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05-24-16, 03:32 PM | |
Join Date: Mar 2005
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From what I've read about the contestant's experiences and how they are treated when they arrive, and the way their contact with family is limited, it is textbook - essentially word-for-word - the techniques that cults use to control their members. They don't need a contract, and are in a better legal position without a contract forcing people to continue to follow the really damaging path set out for them. Instead, they need the people to think that they chose this path for themselves and something terrible will happen to them if they leave it.
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