Reality TV's 'Chaotic' Casts: A Social Media Influencer's Controversial Take

Two new reality TV shows, "The Valley" and "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," are premiering simultaneously. Both shows feature predominantly white casts, and their portrayal in the media has sparked debate. One social media influencer, Blakely Thornton, argues that the media's description of the shows as "chaotic" is a euphemism for "ghetto." Thornton supports this claim by citing specific examples of conflict and drama from both shows. "The only issue with these two programs is that the media often describes them as chaotic," Thornton states in his video. "Because we all know that chaotic is just a Caucasian euphemism for ghetto." This perspective raises questions about media representation and the use of coded language in describing reality television. While the shows undoubtedly contain dramatic elements, the discussion highlights the need for a more nuanced and critical approach to categorizing and interpreting reality TV content. The shows’ popularity suggests a large audience is engaged with these narratives, and further analysis of the media’s framing of such programs is warranted.