Our culture has us hanging on the edge of our seats for the next hot fad. Television d
oes not only conform to fads, it could possibly be the culprit for them. From the 1990’s to the present, television has morphed into our ideal source of entertainment. From technological advances to advertising the hottest new shoe, we use TV to keep up with the times.
Today, we can watch virtually anything at the push of a button. Channels like HBO, OnDemand, and ShowTime give us the option of watching any movie or documentary we wish. This advance had come around in 90’s. To satisfy our needs more, such advances as TiVo gave
us the ability to record, pause, and rewind our favorite television shows. One our newest, and most favorite upgrade could possibly be high definition television, or HDTV. It was invented in the 90’s and is currently the most popular television accessory. Today a living room doesn’t seem to be complete without a high definition flat screen television mounted above the fireplace.
In the 90’s, you weren’t cool or with it unless you were rocking the “Rachel haircut”, or sporting a pair of Reebok pumps. Television made grunge rock and roller blades popular in the 90’s. A favorite television landmark of that time was also the talking frogs in the Budweiser commercials. It wasn’t uncommon for someone to greet you with a friendly “wasssssuuuupp” because of it. From hairstyles to shoes, the newest fad would have to be owning the latest in technology. Items such as the iPhone have created a stir in trends. It seems the newest television trend is reality TV. It started with MTV’s Real World, turning the boy or girl next door into a television star. Now reality shows are everywhere, America’s Top Model, The Bachelor, American Idol, Beauty and the Geek, I love New York, and So You Think You Can Dance, are just to name a few.
Although, the 90’s are now considered retro, is pushed out many of society’s favorit
e television shows. Full House, Roseanne, Home Improvement, and Doogie Houser M.D. were T.V. shows that all families could sit and enjoy together. Shows like Beverly Hills 90210 gave us a glimpse into high-class society and all the drama that comes with it. Classic comedies, such as Seinfeld and Married with Children, lightened up our 90’s life, and are still playing on television today. Now, it seems that the life inside of a hospital seems most appealing. Grey’s Anatomy, House, and Scrubs are new household favorites. With the ability to block certain channels or shows, cable TV is pushing the limit with nudity, language, and adult scenarios. Nip Tuck, Gossip Girl, and The Shield are shows that seem to “push it” with each new episode.
Television is constantly changing. Much like our lives in human world there are always new trends, ideas, and different audiences to appeal to. Over the decades television has changed rapidly, who knows what will be next for our entertainment.
oes not only conform to fads, it could possibly be the culprit for them. From the 1990’s to the present, television has morphed into our ideal source of entertainment. From technological advances to advertising the hottest new shoe, we use TV to keep up with the times.Today, we can watch virtually anything at the push of a button. Channels like HBO, OnDemand, and ShowTime give us the option of watching any movie or documentary we wish. This advance had come around in 90’s. To satisfy our needs more, such advances as TiVo gave
us the ability to record, pause, and rewind our favorite television shows. One our newest, and most favorite upgrade could possibly be high definition television, or HDTV. It was invented in the 90’s and is currently the most popular television accessory. Today a living room doesn’t seem to be complete without a high definition flat screen television mounted above the fireplace.In the 90’s, you weren’t cool or with it unless you were rocking the “Rachel haircut”, or sporting a pair of Reebok pumps. Television made grunge rock and roller blades popular in the 90’s. A favorite television landmark of that time was also the talking frogs in the Budweiser commercials. It wasn’t uncommon for someone to greet you with a friendly “wasssssuuuupp” because of it. From hairstyles to shoes, the newest fad would have to be owning the latest in technology. Items such as the iPhone have created a stir in trends. It seems the newest television trend is reality TV. It started with MTV’s Real World, turning the boy or girl next door into a television star. Now reality shows are everywhere, America’s Top Model, The Bachelor, American Idol, Beauty and the Geek, I love New York, and So You Think You Can Dance, are just to name a few.
Although, the 90’s are now considered retro, is pushed out many of society’s favorit
e television shows. Full House, Roseanne, Home Improvement, and Doogie Houser M.D. were T.V. shows that all families could sit and enjoy together. Shows like Beverly Hills 90210 gave us a glimpse into high-class society and all the drama that comes with it. Classic comedies, such as Seinfeld and Married with Children, lightened up our 90’s life, and are still playing on television today. Now, it seems that the life inside of a hospital seems most appealing. Grey’s Anatomy, House, and Scrubs are new household favorites. With the ability to block certain channels or shows, cable TV is pushing the limit with nudity, language, and adult scenarios. Nip Tuck, Gossip Girl, and The Shield are shows that seem to “push it” with each new episode.Television is constantly changing. Much like our lives in human world there are always new trends, ideas, and different audiences to appeal to. Over the decades television has changed rapidly, who knows what will be next for our entertainment.
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