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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Yeah Mals, anything is an idiot or not, depending on how we make use of it.
And I love to watch some of the programmes in the channal that you mentioned...dhabas and hotels on the National Highways (hehe I am fan of the two anchors now), custom made, and yes all the program there about food..I am a foodie you know :)) I love making a trip to so many unknown places in India,Europe and rest of the world through that channels program too
Good write up on why TV is not an idiot.
ByePosted 30th August 2009 at 10:41 AM by Saraswathipv
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I too am an ardent fan of Rocky Singh while Mayur Sharma just supports him. Being a foodie it is fun to watch Aditya Behl teaching us to cook exotic and simple dishes, travel all around the world with the progamme and take a cue from it too.
Keh diya na, hum pukke dost hain, dekh pasand bhi ek jaisi.Posted 30th August 2009 at 01:15 PM by malspie -
hey malspie, most of my answers were "yes", and I guess your choice of programmes and channels absolutely match with mine.Posted 30th August 2009 at 11:21 PM by Saswati127 -
Dear Malspie,
I agree with you 100%. For adults like us, TV is a good past time . It gives us knowledge and entertainment.
I watch a channel which telecasts world movies. You should watch the Persian and Iraninan movies [ also other movies] in World Movies. The stories are so simple yet so intense.
The shows that you have mentioned above, are also my favourites.
I know that you are referring to best of channels which is being aired with instant access to any culinary preparations etc. apart from other programmes.
Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.
Love,
"HAPPY"Posted 31st August 2009 at 04:53 AM by depressed
Updated 1st September 2009 at 01:57 AM by depressed -
Good to know
Hi Saswati,
Good to know our tastes match. Thanks for stepping in.Posted 31st August 2009 at 10:03 AM by malspie
