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saskhab
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 Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2008 10:11 am Post subject: Higher TV ratings due to economic slowdown? |
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http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/06/09/a_e/tonis_takes/doc484d1b936649f082030005.txt
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I’m no psychologist, or even a sociologist, but I also think this trend tells us a little bit about the country’s psyche.
I believe that in uncertain times, which would describe our economy right now, people get a certain comfort from the familiar. And there’s nothing more familiar than vegging out and watching sports, even if it’s not a sport you usually follow.
It reminds you of years ago, when there were only 30 channels instead of 300 (or three channels, if you grew up pre-cable). Back then, you probably watched hockey even if you didn’t like it, simply because there was nothing else on. |
Or... because of the uncertain economy, people are choosing to sit in front of the TV for inexpensive entertainment, and hockey is what some people are choosing.... because they don't have a lot of disposable income right now.
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the New Cunning Linguist
Like a good neighbor, only better
Joined: 18 Oct 2007
Posts: 1962
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| Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2008 11:23 am Post subject: Re: Higher TV ratings due to economic slowdown? |
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| saskhab wrote: |
http://www.cumberlink.com/articles/2008/06/09/a_e/tonis_takes/doc484d1b936649f082030005.txt
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I’m no psychologist, or even a sociologist, but I also think this trend tells us a little bit about the country’s psyche.
I believe that in uncertain times, which would describe our economy right now, people get a certain comfort from the familiar. And there’s nothing more familiar than vegging out and watching sports, even if it’s not a sport you usually follow.
It reminds you of years ago, when there were only 30 channels instead of 300 (or three channels, if you grew up pre-cable). Back then, you probably watched hockey even if you didn’t like it, simply because there was nothing else on. |
Or... because of the uncertain economy, people are choosing to sit in front of the TV for inexpensive entertainment, and hockey is what some people are choosing.... because they don't have a lot of disposable income right now. |
Hmmm... I was actually going to cancel my CI subscription for next year; I'd rather put the $140 towards a better TV and re-upping my XBL account.
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