History of reality TV chronicled in new book 'Cue the Sun!'
Season 2024
Episode 184
About the Episode
Reality TV dominates television today. It’s estimated that almost 80 percent of adult viewers watch reality TV shows. But how did we get here? Amna Nawaz spoke with Emily Nussbaum, author of the new book, “Cue the Sun!” that traces the rise of reality television and its broader impact on society.
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