Many times in a day I see something about American Idol or I am asked at work if I saw this episode of a certain show that airs on a major network. My family and I really don't watch those kind of shows. We watch the learning channel or watch movies. I'm treated like a crazy person. I just don't like sitcoms or reality tv. I like learning new things and we're movie buffs. I can't be the only one to feel this way. How can I politely say we don't watch that show, or should I just lie and say I didn't catch it?
2007-04-05 10:40:06 · 9 answers · asked by mel m 4 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Television
I agree that the best answer at first would just be, "No, I didn't see it," because they're not asking if you watch it regularly, right? Just if you saw it last night (or whenever). If someone goes on to say, "Oh, but did you see it last week?" you could say with an apologetic laugh (not that you have anything to apologize for-- you're just being polite), "No, actually, I don't get to watch much TV, and when I do, it's usually just movies or the learning channels." You're not making him or her feel stupid for watching AI, and you're not making a big deal out of the fact that you don't.
2007-04-05 11:52:13 · answer #1 · answered by Lea A 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many times in a day I see something about American Idol or I am asked at work if I saw this episode of a certain show that airs on a major network. My family and I really don't watch those kind of shows. We watch the learning channel or watch movies. I'm treated like a crazy person. I just don't like sitcoms or reality tv. I like learning new things and we're movie buffs. I can't be the only one to feel this way. How can I politely say we don't watch that show, or should I just lie and say I didn't catch it?
So......??? Hmm ,This matters sooooo much huh..hmm
does it really ? And your willing to become pathalogical liar
over it .."Hey you said it not me"! Because that's how it starts..
So much for friendships if it's based on some meaningless little thing called trust. "No that sounds "Nuts" Really...
2007-04-05 17:53:10 · answer #2 · answered by Whatever 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Your definitely not a nut. And you shouldn't lie. No one in my family currently watches American Idol, and never has. When people ask me about it (and other shows) I'm just like "oh I don't watch it". I get alot of "Oh, my gAwD!!" but I really don't feel left out, cause I could watch AI, I simply don't want to. As long as you state your opinion honestly and respectfully, others should respect your decision not to watch those shows. It's hard to find an individual that doesn't follow the crowd, so stand up for yourself.
2007-04-05 18:26:09 · answer #3 · answered by christiansoldier911 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say tell those people there are so many choices of shows to watch on tv and you have just a few hours each day to watch tv. You feel that watching educatonal programs or movies are better use of your valuable time then watching American Idol or sitcoms. But if they enjoy watching other types of programs, you're glad they enjoy them!
2007-04-05 17:53:57 · answer #4 · answered by susandiane311 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've heard of a lot of families that are like this. They watch the educational shows because of the children or they really want to keep learning. I think it's great! If that's what you want to watch then I'm all for it. Be honest with people, if they can't accept who you are and how you want to raise your children, then they're not worth your time.
2007-04-05 17:51:50 · answer #5 · answered by Sunny 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
jeez, sweetie, just say "I don't watch that show". No need to go in detail. To each his own. I work with about 30 diff pp and only about 5 watch any of the programs I do.
PS- you couldnt PAY me to sit thru American Idol.
2007-04-05 18:05:31 · answer #6 · answered by Freakgirl 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
u have no reason to justify urself to anyone for the tv u watch. YOU r the smart one by not letting ur children watch the garbage that is on tv these days. ur choice of tv is not that uncommon with parents, i have several friends who don't watch regular tv and don't let their children. Stick to ur guns and apologize for nothing. After all it is YOUR life and no one elses.
2007-04-05 18:26:05 · answer #7 · answered by Nora G 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them flat out, "I don't watch it." If they ask why tell them you just can't get into it or you don't like reality TV (you're not alone).
2007-04-05 17:51:01 · answer #8 · answered by erin7 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no reason to explain, so just say you did not see it.
2007-04-05 17:48:40 · answer #9 · answered by fatboycool 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋