Some of the different types of reality TV are talk shows, home makeovers and self improvement, and dating shows. Talk shows are very common and often named after the person who does the talking. Home makeovers and self improvement are relatively self explanatory, focusing on decorating, physical appearance, and sometimes mental health. Dating shows are sometimes like game shows, and usually follow two or more people trying to find a life companion. In addition, there are hidden camera shows where one or more people do not realize they are being filmed.
Talk shows are realty TV shows that usually have a main person talking about current events, people’s life stories, or other points of interest. These shows might focus on family issues, political events, or other niches. Some reality TV talk shows are done for comedy, drama, or news. Successful talk shows can air for decades, sometimes airing every weekday.
Home makeovers or self improvement reality TV shows focus on improving a home or a person, respectively. Makeovers to a home might consist of the entire house, one room, or the front or back yard. They are often given to low income people or people who have poorly decorated homes, if not given out randomly. Self improvement shows usually focus on improving a person’s appearance, but sometimes the show’s stars attempt to help people with hoarding tendencies or other mental or physical problems.
A lot of reality TV shows follow a person on dates to witness the drama, awkwardness, or success of the event. Some dating shows are essentially games where contestants try to win over the current star’s heart. The person who wins gets to continue dating the star, then the show moves onto the next star. Losers usually get nothing but a few minutes on television, but sometimes they are paid a small amount of money.
Hidden camera shows are a kind of reality TV where most people do not know they are being filmed. These shows often focus on trying to scare people, point out biases, or make fun of people’s poor knowledge of a subject. For example, a hidden camera show might film people’s reactions to a car possibly being stolen. The show lets several actors of different races “steal” the car with plenty of onlookers. If the onlookers react differently to certain races possibly stealing a car, the hidden camera show might reveal their presence and ask about the reaction.