The Problem with Reality TV

Dr Kirk Honda interviews Nick Thompson about his negative experiences on the Love Is Blind reality TV show. You can learn more about the UCAN Foundation at <a href="https://www.ucanfoundation.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.ucanfoundation.org/</a><br /><br />Get started with EveryPlate for just $1.49 per meal by going to <a href="http://www.everyplate.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.everyplate.com/podcast</a> and enter the code seattle149.<br /><br /><b>From our sponsor, BetterHelp: Need a therapist? Try BetterHelp! https://www.betterhelp.com/kirkGet started today and enjoy 10% off your first month. Discount code “KIRK" will be automatically applied.</b><br /><br /><br /><br />00:00 Introducing Nick Thomspon<br /><br />01:15 What happened filming LIB?<br /><br />06:23 Justifying the conditions on set<br /><br />12:58 Compensation on the show<br /><br />17:26 Would Nick &amp; Danielle still be together if the show had better conditions?<br /><br />21:45 Support &amp; being a success story<br /><br />25:32 Isolation &amp; producers<br /><br />34:11 Contracts, bullying, &amp; the lack of water<br /><br />49:41 The emotional toll of bullying &amp; the effect on confidence<br /><br />1:14:49 How accurate was Dr. Kirk's analysis of Nick &amp; Vanessa's relationship?<br /><br />1:21:33 How can meaningful changes be made to reality TV?<br /><br /><br />May 22, 2023<br /><br />The Psychology In Seattle Podcast ®<br /><br />Trigger Warning: This episode may include topics such as assault, trauma, and discrimination. If necessary, listeners are encouraged to refrain from listening and care for their safety and well-being.<br /><br />Disclaimer: The content provided is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here constitutes personal or professional consultation, therapy, diagnosis, or creates a counselor-client relationship. Topics discussed may generate differing points of view. If you participate (by being a guest, submitting a questio