4 Problems With "The Bachelor" And "Bachelorette" Franchise
Start writing a post
Arts Entertainment

4 Problems With "The Bachelor" And "Bachelorette" Franchise

How are you able to fall in love under these conditions?

Angela Leddy
Jun 20, 2019
Florida State University
255
4 Problems With "The Bachelor" And "Bachelorette" Franchise
Pexels

Every time a new season comes around, I'm bombarded on social media with pictures of people coming together to watch this drama-filled show. I've been seeing this trend for every season that has been on these past few years, so being home from summer and having nothing to do, I decided to give these shows a chance.

I never gave this show a chance before because I never really understood the appeal to this show. It's a bunch of people going after the same person and that's exhausting!

After watching this past season, I have noticed many problems that come from these shows.

The point of the show is to get engaged after only knowing the person for a few weeks  

You're basically dating fifteen people at once in a span of a couple of weeks. How are you suppose to truly know someone at that time, especially since it's broadcasted on national tv? No one is going to be their authentic selves. I don't think that the season should end with an engagement, it should just be someone that you're deciding to exclusively date since you still have to get to know each other.

Diversity 

Yes, in the beginning of the show, the cast of either men or women are usually diverse, but as time goes by you begin to see that in every season, it just looks like it's the same person over and over again as the numbers dwindle. With 23 seasons of "The Bachelor" and 15 seasons of "The Bachelorette," there has only been one African-American Bachelorette.

Stereotypes within the show

It seems like in every season, each contestant has to fit into one of the stereotypes that the show has to either stay or get noticed. For men, you either have the tough guys or you have the sensitive guys. For women, they're either sluts, crazy, or super innocent. It's just not realistic that everyone will fit into these molds, and it gets boring just seeing the same people over and over again.

The way sex is discussed 

When Colton was the Bachelor, the only thing that anyone cared about was that he was a virgin. They constantly discussed his virginity throughout the show, and of course, when his season was over, the only question they had for him was if he lost his virginity. Also, in other seasons, they use sex to shame the female contestants who do participate in the fantasy suites.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

Siena College
14431
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
small towns
Relationships

Grateful Beyond Words: A Letter to My Inspiration

I have never been so thankful to know you.

University of New Haven
291878
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Smith College
89274
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
waitlisted
Swoon

Navigating the Talking Stage: 21 Essential Questions to Ask for Connection

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

National Writers Society
151762
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
single life
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

Marist College
60360
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments