No More an Idiot
Posted 30th August 2009 at 09:31 AM by malspie
I dedicate this blog to one of my friend who blindly believes that television is an ‘idiot box’.
The definition was apt a few years ago; today the scenes have pretty much changed.
Ask me and I would say, a few percentage of my knowledge of various subjects is ‘thanks to television’. Are you surprised at my confession? I am confident, 90% of the readers would have a shocked or mocked expression on their faces while reading this blog. I am also sure, by the time you come to the end of this blog, your views would have changed. It is not my hobby to sit and watch T.V. the direct reason is my hectic schedule does not permit me to do so.
After a tired day at office and home routine, I do take my time to watch some very interesting programmes aired by certain channels. A few of them can make you wear your thinking cap, another few programmes may make you break the cocoon you have weaved around yourself, a couple of programs can make you feel rejuvenated too. Are their programmes which can make me feel rejuvenated and make me think? Can an ‘idiot box’ make me think? Yes, it can, provided which programme you choose to watch.
If you stick to the soap operas with whimsical vamps, vindictive mother-in-laws, dubious bahus, it is you to be blamed. Certain reality shows are staged for TRP’s but they do make an interesting watching? A metro city girl like me, may not understand the value of an opening, but ask a boy or a girl who want to showcase their talent; these reality shows open the door for them. For every opportunity of your life, the path is chosen by you. God can give you a torch to search, but will help only those who help themselves. So, if a few talents are washed down, it does not mean, the reality shows area a hoax. Renowned singers of Bollywood are all discovery of Reality Shows! Everyone out there is up to making money, so let’s put this part of the matter to rest! With one or two member earning and more than 5 mouths to feed (we value family that includes mil, sil, bil, fil etc..) , we are bound to apply all tactics to see the choolah of our house is burning with pride.
I need to catch up with something interesting before I knock off to bed. Do you know there are channels which air rich and intelligent programmes? Yes, there are.
Do you know certain reality shows needs a good balance of mental and physical strength? Yes or No.
No, if anyone prefers to watch songs, dance and soap operas which is a hit in small towns and villages then we cannot blame television.
Have you watched some very informative programme on gardening in Doordarshan? Yes or No.
Have you watched serials on world's most expensive Ranch on television? Yes or No.
Have you watched derby on television? Yes or No.
Are you ready to watch Ocean Challenge show on television? Yes or No.
Do you watch cricket matches direct relay on television Or any other sports?
Are you watching the show where you can get Custom Made things done for you on demand?
Do you know there are channels which air programme on Italian Food?
Do you know there are channels which air programme on how to travel on a budget?
Do you know there are channels which air programme on India and Tourism?
Do you know there are programme on Dhaba and Hotels on Indian National Highway?
Do you know there are channels which show programmes on how wines and cheese are made all over the world?
Do you know there are Channels which air shows every day on cookery?
Do you know there are channels which show ancient monuments and the legend attached to it?
Do you know there are programs which deals only with occult?
Do you know there are channels which focus on spiritual programmes?
Do you know there are light comedy serials that can make you laugh every time you watch them?
Do you know there are programs which teach you about pets and their care?
Are you aware of some of the best spa treatments in the world and where you can get them with Spa tips?
Do you know there are programmes which showcase natural calamity and how to prepare for it?
Do you know there are programs which are dedicated to animals and wild life?
Do you know there are programs which are dedicated to only adventure which includes free fall, scuba diving, etc..?
Do you know there is channel dedicated to cookery where one dish a day is telecasted so that you can watch it repeatedly till you master the dish?
The list goes endless my friends, where cartoons, latest music are all played. Now, folks, if you have ‘no’ for most of the questions above, quickly change your CABLE OPERATOR!
I watch only these programmes, I have no clue of any television actors or actress and I enjoy only such thought provoking and energizing programmes.
I am sure after reading this blog, many of the members would stop calling television an ‘idiot box’ and quickly go to change the cable operator!
The definition was apt a few years ago; today the scenes have pretty much changed.
Ask me and I would say, a few percentage of my knowledge of various subjects is ‘thanks to television’. Are you surprised at my confession? I am confident, 90% of the readers would have a shocked or mocked expression on their faces while reading this blog. I am also sure, by the time you come to the end of this blog, your views would have changed. It is not my hobby to sit and watch T.V. the direct reason is my hectic schedule does not permit me to do so.
After a tired day at office and home routine, I do take my time to watch some very interesting programmes aired by certain channels. A few of them can make you wear your thinking cap, another few programmes may make you break the cocoon you have weaved around yourself, a couple of programs can make you feel rejuvenated too. Are their programmes which can make me feel rejuvenated and make me think? Can an ‘idiot box’ make me think? Yes, it can, provided which programme you choose to watch.
If you stick to the soap operas with whimsical vamps, vindictive mother-in-laws, dubious bahus, it is you to be blamed. Certain reality shows are staged for TRP’s but they do make an interesting watching? A metro city girl like me, may not understand the value of an opening, but ask a boy or a girl who want to showcase their talent; these reality shows open the door for them. For every opportunity of your life, the path is chosen by you. God can give you a torch to search, but will help only those who help themselves. So, if a few talents are washed down, it does not mean, the reality shows area a hoax. Renowned singers of Bollywood are all discovery of Reality Shows! Everyone out there is up to making money, so let’s put this part of the matter to rest! With one or two member earning and more than 5 mouths to feed (we value family that includes mil, sil, bil, fil etc..) , we are bound to apply all tactics to see the choolah of our house is burning with pride.
I need to catch up with something interesting before I knock off to bed. Do you know there are channels which air rich and intelligent programmes? Yes, there are.
Do you know certain reality shows needs a good balance of mental and physical strength? Yes or No.
No, if anyone prefers to watch songs, dance and soap operas which is a hit in small towns and villages then we cannot blame television.
Have you watched some very informative programme on gardening in Doordarshan? Yes or No.
Have you watched serials on world's most expensive Ranch on television? Yes or No.
Have you watched derby on television? Yes or No.
Are you ready to watch Ocean Challenge show on television? Yes or No.
Do you watch cricket matches direct relay on television Or any other sports?
Are you watching the show where you can get Custom Made things done for you on demand?
Do you know there are channels which air programme on Italian Food?
Do you know there are channels which air programme on how to travel on a budget?
Do you know there are channels which air programme on India and Tourism?
Do you know there are programme on Dhaba and Hotels on Indian National Highway?
Do you know there are channels which show programmes on how wines and cheese are made all over the world?
Do you know there are Channels which air shows every day on cookery?
Do you know there are channels which show ancient monuments and the legend attached to it?
Do you know there are programs which deals only with occult?
Do you know there are channels which focus on spiritual programmes?
Do you know there are light comedy serials that can make you laugh every time you watch them?
Do you know there are programs which teach you about pets and their care?
Are you aware of some of the best spa treatments in the world and where you can get them with Spa tips?
Do you know there are programmes which showcase natural calamity and how to prepare for it?
Do you know there are programs which are dedicated to animals and wild life?
Do you know there are programs which are dedicated to only adventure which includes free fall, scuba diving, etc..?
Do you know there is channel dedicated to cookery where one dish a day is telecasted so that you can watch it repeatedly till you master the dish?
The list goes endless my friends, where cartoons, latest music are all played. Now, folks, if you have ‘no’ for most of the questions above, quickly change your CABLE OPERATOR!
I watch only these programmes, I have no clue of any television actors or actress and I enjoy only such thought provoking and energizing programmes.
I am sure after reading this blog, many of the members would stop calling television an ‘idiot box’ and quickly go to change the cable operator!
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I too enjoy...
Hey Veen,
Count me in, I too enjoy watching cartoons, game shows etc. Television today is very entertaining with good programs on air.Posted 5th September 2009 at 04:02 AM by malspie
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when i'm home alone ,i surf the tv, watching whatever i want to. mostly any cookery programme(in any language,but only vegetarian).but when kids are home ,my younger one has control on the remote control .i have nothing to say but watch the cartoons with them .Posted 5th September 2009 at 06:09 AM by Raji01 -
Malspie
Super thread on so called Idiot box..as our other friends mentioned...i think anything in our world that comes to us depends on how we take it....if we use it appropriately and timely and utilize it properly am sure everything has some good in it..
I totally agree with you on the programs and how these days we can learn so much from the TV itself...and we can travel around the world...i love this travel channel here...they show from one corner of the world to another..its soo wonderful to see various animals and their behaviours on animal planet.....nice to learn various cooking styles....and gardening...home decoration...
woaaaah...so much to learn...from this TV...so might be time to change is name...no more can be called an Idiot BOXPosted 5th September 2009 at 09:15 PM by SriVidya75 -
I can cook non-veg!
Hi Raji,
After watching so many cookery shows, I think, I can make a good stuffed pomfret or fish tikka, marinate chicken and cook it deliciously without having to taste it!
I am pure veg, but watching these shows, I have mastered the recipes!
Cartoons are my favourite too, they are actual stress busters!
Takeshi's Castle is also my favourite programme.Posted 7th September 2009 at 02:20 AM by malspie -
A shocking statement
SriVidya,
It was indeed a shocking statement from my friend who has sound educational background!
Certain programs on television take us on virtual tour to those lovely places which may never dream of going.
I can easily look at a place now and say, where it is located!
They also teach us how to prepare for these tours, what clothes we should carry and where to eat too!
The are progams which educate us on how to utilise the given space in your room for a more practical purpose with pleasing decors and also give us the budget of expense which we may incur!
A dingy balcony, a dark passage room, a store room can be converted in to beautiful space of utility!Posted 7th September 2009 at 02:24 AM by malspie
