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[l3ulvl]

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And that's EXACTLY how I feel about 'Seinfeld'.

Yet millions loved that show....just like millions love TBBT. Different strokes.

Didn't care for that one either

[mgoblue]

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I see where you guys are coming from. I hate when people push shows as being the best ever when I just am not into it. Mad Men is like that for me. I watched part of an episode and just wasn't into it.

BBT is formulaic and whatnot, but no one bugs me about it at all, so I can just laugh and not really take it seriously.

[ubernoob]

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For me it's because it isn't funny and people keep trying to tell me it is.

This.

I've also seen the quote here that it is "blackface for nerds." I can't think of a better way to put it. It's horribly unfunny to me while being extremely formulaic.

The nicest thing I can think to say about the show is that it's got 4 good looking women on it's cast.

mgo - I kind of agree with the Mad Men. I didn't truly enjoy that show (like I do now) until the latter part of the first season. There was a sale at the PX once, with all the DVDs (Season 1-3 when this sale happened) for $10 a season. I bought them all, and while watching the first few episodes I was disappointed in my purchase. I'm glad I kept up with it though.

[av7]

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It probably wouldn't have hurt to stop multi-tasking and pay attention to it. I don't think I could enjoy any TV show if I was watching another one at the same time.

Either way, the point stands. Who turns on the TV to watch another show at the same time they are watching a show on their laptop? Not really conducive to forming opinions on either, IMO.

Different strokes for different folks.

Now if we are talking sports, multiple TV viewing is acceptable.

I turned other things on after the show started because the show was beginning to . Found myself wondering "why is this even a scene, is it really necessary?" and then I just stopped caring.

I watched the first half of season 1 with my undivided attention, then I just felt like watching something more entertaining

[Segagendude]

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Lol yes I know Nickelback's not the best band in the world...

I didn't say I'd go to their concerts, wear their gear or even buy their albums. I'm just saying when one of their songs comes on the radio, I'm not reaching for the dial.

[l3ulvl]

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I turned other things on after the show started because the show was beginning to . Found myself wondering "why is this even a scene, is it really necessary?" and then I just stopped caring.

I watched the first half of season 1 with my undivided attention, then I just felt like watching something more entertaining

But your question may have been answered by finishing the season!

[AshamanCarnage]

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If Hardcore Pawn is on TruTv, I watch it...and enjoy it.

[mb625]

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I don't get the hate for Big Bang Theory...but that's why you're posting in Uncommon Opinions and that's all right.

Lol yes I know Nickelback's not the best band in the world...

I didn't say I'd go to their concerts, wear their gear or even buy their albums. I'm just saying when one of their songs comes on the radio, I'm not reaching for the dial.

Now, you're saying to yourself, why did he quote two completely different posts? Bear with me here... LOL

Sega's opinion on Nickelback is about the same way I feel about Big Bang Theory. I don't hate it. In fact, I find it enjoyable, but if there's something else on, I won't be watching it. It's kind of a last choice thing if nothing else is on and I want to watch TV. I'm not going out of my way to watch the show, but I will certainly watch if it's on.

[Segagendude]

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If Hardcore Pawn is on TruTv, I watch it...and enjoy it.

And I know exactly where that shop is located. Every time I pass by, there's a line out the door.

Unfortunately, nothing much to see. The "stars" are almost never actually there unless they're taping, lol.( and then it's closed to the public)

But it's now a tourist attraction, among others in Vega$.

*edit* I may have been thinking of the wrong show. There's so many of them out there...

[mgoblue]

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And I know exactly where that shop is located. Every time I pass by, there's a line out the door.

Unfortunately, nothing much to see. The "stars" are almost never actually there unless they're taping, lol.( and then it's closed to the public)

But it's now a tourist attraction, among others in Vega$.

*edit* I may have been thinking of the wrong show. There's so many of them out there...

It's the one based in Detroit.

I hate that show, it's such trash. So are all the "reality" shows on TruTV that are "inspired" by reality, where it's fake.

I know Pawn Stars may not be 100% legit or anything, but at least it's not scripted/planned...

[AshamanCarnage]

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It's the one based in Detroit.

I hate that show, it's such trash. So are all the "reality" shows on TruTV that are "inspired" by reality, where it's fake.

I know Pawn Stars may not be 100% legit or anything, but at least it's not scripted/planned...

That is the crazy part, I hate all of them in the show and I fully realize it is fake...yet I can't stop watching when it is on.

[MizzouBravesFan]

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I actually enjoy listening to Nickelback.

[DukeC]

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That is the crazy part, I hate all of them in the show and I fully realize it is fake...yet I can't stop watching when it is on.

I've been meaning to ask ever since I saw your username...

Are you also a fan of The Wheel of Time series ?

[AshamanCarnage]

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I've been meaning to ask ever since I saw your username...

Are you also a fan of The Wheel of Time series ?

Yes, one of my favorite series. It does drag from time to time, but still great.

[DukeC]

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Yes, one of my favorite series. It does drag from time to time, but still great.

Yes it does, but I think what made me power through that lull was the deterioration of Rand. I think that was done beautifully. It was this slow, agonizing wasting away of his morals and I loved every second of it. Even better was that you could see it from his perspective and Min's perspective. By the way, Min is the best female in that book hands down. 3rd favorite character with 2nd being Rand and 1st being the reincarnation of Odin himself Matrim Cauthon.

I'm glad I read it because it made me check out Brandon Sanderson's other works when he took over after Mr. Jordan's death. I'm glad I did because he's now my favorite author.

Top 3
1. Brandon Sanderson
2. Robert Jordan
3. Laurell K. Hamilton

On Topic: An uncommon opinion of mine. I find regency era romance novels to be a fun read. Half the fun is reading about the contrived plot that brings the two protagonists into interacting with one another.

That said, I find the realistic levels of bull**** that happen in relationships in Mrs. Hamilton's Anita Blake series fascinating. And even the female protagonist gets called out on her bull****. Often. It's wonderful.

I will say though that Anita Blake is at its best when the plot is at the forefront and the romance takes a backseat. The action is also really well paced and explained clearly. I'd heartily recommend it.