Over the years, my relationship with TV broadcasts has changed. When I was a kid, there was no such thing as someone who didn't watch TV. At least, I didn't know of anyone fitting that description. TV watching was a privilege in our house - not a right (at least for me), so I think I was shaped by that context. My favourite TV shows were any comedy, science fiction or science fact show and cartoons.At one point in my life (in my 20s and 30s), I watched a lot of TV - probably at least an hour or two a night on a slow night. News, comedy, prime time hits, ending on nights I could manage to stay up with Letterman.
Now, I only watch a few shows a week and know a lot of folks who don't even bother to watch TV anymore. Most of the TV shows I follow only get seen once they come out on DVD, with the exception of Idol (thanks to Darlene), the original CSI show and any Montreal Canadiens hockey games I can fit in. And that's about it.
It seems I'm not the only person whose life has seen TV slip away as a regular source of entertainment, based on this article Why TV Lost.
1 comment:
I haven't even had cable for years now, But I have been borrowing a lot of movies and TV series from the Library. They have a really good selection of British Crime dramas and comedy.
I recommend "Wire in the Blood" with Robson Green. for a crime series.
"The Vicar of Dibley" with Dawn French for a really good laugh
David
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