reality dating shows

In an article about the six best reality dating series on Netflix, bouquets of flowers and film equipment surround a heart that reads 'Reality Dating.'

Netflix’s Best Reality Dating Series

Acclaimed for their insidious drama, questionable characters and iconic pop culture moments, these six shows are required viewing.…

July 6, 2023

An illustration of the cover of the novel One to Watch for an article about fatphobia. (Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva, San Jose State University)

‘One to Watch’ Examines Fatphobia by Reimagining Dating Shows

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

In her debut romance novel, Kate Stayman-London uses a reality show to explore how the media portrays plus-size women.…

April 2, 2021

Article about Matt James as the first Black bachelor on "The Bachelor." (Image via Google Images)

Matt James Has Made a Good First Impression on ‘The Bachelor’ Season 25

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

Fans of ABC’s hit reality dating competition are in love with Matt James, the show's first Black lead.…

January 18, 2021

Bachelorette Season 16. (Image via Google Images)

‘The Bachelorette’ Finale: Tayshia Adams Saves Season 16

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

ABC's hit reality dating show was rescued from Clare Crawley's poor fan reception by a new star.…

December 29, 2020

The Latest Season of ‘Are You the One?’ Features an Entirely LGBTQ+ Cast

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

The first few seasons of the series started off like every other reality dating show. But the inclusive cast of the newest season is paving the way for the future of reality TV.…

December 25, 2020

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