New Dutch reality show: now THIS is what I call Survivor
Whatever you think about reality TV, this would pretty much have cemented your opinion. If you, like me, appreicate how some reality shows illuminate our genuine moral trashiness, then by god, this would be the best you could hope for until FOX debuts Christians v Lions 2007: Payback Time for Kitty. If you’re appalled by that same trashiness, then this would have made you hack up your own skull.
TV show to offer kidneys as prize
Wednesday May 30 05:00 AESTThose disappointed that reality show Survivor didn’t quite live up to its dramatic title are in luck — contestants on a bizarre new Dutch program will actually be fighting to stay alive.
In The Big Donor Show, which is set to air this Friday, a terminally ill cancer patient will select one of three patients to receive her kidneys.
Viewers will watch testimonials from the three Dutch contestants, aged between 18 and 40, and send in text message advice to the donor to help her decide who should receive the lifesaving operation. (Story.)
Of course, by now you’re probably catching a whiff of Eau de Hoax, huh? (More at Black Dog…)
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I believed it…so I am glad it is a hoax. 🙂
I believed it…so I am glad it is a hoax. 🙂
Whether it was a hoax or not, the show was utterly ridiculous.
Whether it was a hoax or not, the show was utterly ridiculous.
Didn’t know it was a hoax until I read this post. Thanks for keeping me informed, I suppose.
Didn’t know it was a hoax until I read this post. Thanks for keeping me informed, I suppose.
Agreed, totally ridiculous but also a very, very sad concept and considering that it is the sort of show I believe Europe capable of producing…I remain pleased that it is a hoax.
Agreed, totally ridiculous but also a very, very sad concept and considering that it is the sort of show I believe Europe capable of producing…I remain pleased that it is a hoax.