I believe after talking to Ploth and then a couple people at work who watch the show, Michelle and I decided to give Pawn Stars a shot. Lets just say I am SUPER happy we did. We have been taping them as much as possible and didn't realize that we are in the middle of a new season. Every show is new to us...for the most part.
Funk told me that History channel has been really pushing 'reality tv' shows. This is sad to me because they really don't belong on the History channel. I mean what am I learning or how does this pertain to history. Also, what does that say about out society that channels need reality tv to help ratings...yikes.
Yes, Pawn Stars is a reality show but it does belong on the History Channel. For those of you who have never seen it, this show is about a pawn store in Las Vegas (of course). Basically, people come in with random items and the guys there must decide two things. 1 - what is it worth. 2 - can we make money on it. What the show does well is inform the viewer about each item (ie the history of it, why it would be valuable). Also, the guys that run the store always call in experts to help value items.
It really is a fascinating show and I am amazed at how many people have random items from the different wars America has been in. I also love when they buy an old toy or item and restore it. Usually, restoring it gives them a big profit.
If you have 30 min, go check it out. It is a nice informative show.
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