Ep 8: Return to the Island

De: Jacques Peretti

Narrado por: Jacques Peretti

Twenty-five years after that first death and the suicides continue. Three alone in the time we’ve been making this series. The story that started on an island returns to an island, the Love Island. Jacques investigates the UK TV industry’s attempt to grapple with the human cost of reality TV and whether, in the end, it’s all smoke and mirrors.

This episode contains strong language and discussions around mental health and suicide which some listeners may find upsetting. If you feel affected by any of the themes in the show please visit the show page for the series where you will find links to organisations that can help you.

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Opened my eyes

Never even thought about the reality behind reality shows. This was very topical and moving and was presented masterfully.

Interesting

Well produced. Well presented. Well researched. Loved how the interviews were handled. Would definitely recommend!!

Much Needed Info - Behind Scenes Reality TV

Nondisclosure Agreements ensure a void of info about how these shows are made. This podcast discusses with show participants in front of and behind the cameras just how storylines are concocted and performers are manipulated to get high ratings, sometimes or even often with negative impact to the subjects. Addresses both U.S. and British programs. Revelatory and satisfying, if you have had questions about how these shows are made.

Thanks for providing this podcast. I learned about it from This Week magazine.

Fascinating!

What a man incredibly well done podcast! This was super informative about the dark under belly of “reality” shows. Highly recommend!

Thinking twice before consuming reality-TV again

Listened to all episodes in one go. I knew there were problems with reality-TV but had no idea how endemic it is. Will definitely think twice before watching reality-TV again. Please dog deeper and make a second season!