American Idol has become part of pop culture in the 2000s decade. American Idol is a # 1 hit series and Emmy Award winning show. Not only do tens of thousands of contestants try out each year but American idol viewership totals millions each show. Watching American Idol has become a ritual for many families. Helping to make it an evening ritual in many homes is that American Idol is a family-friendly show. Many parents want to relax and watch a show that is not a cartoon but also want the show to be appropriate for their kids to enjoy as well. Families can spend time together and create memories by watching the show and voting for their favorites.
American idol has also impacted lives away from the television. Conversations about American idol exist in many social settings whether it be discussing your pick for the winner, the big upset that happened, or Carrie Underwood’s latest big hit.American Idol has also helped to increase awareness and funds for many charities with Idol Gives Back. Charities this program has helped include the Children's Defense Fund, The Global Fund, Make It Right, Malaria No More, Save The Children, U.S. Programs and the Children's Health Fund (Americanidol.com, 2008).
Reference
Americanidol.com. (2008). American Idol: Idol Gives Back. FOX. Retrieved June 2, 2009 from http://www.americanidol.com/idolgivesback/.
American idol has also impacted lives away from the television. Conversations about American idol exist in many social settings whether it be discussing your pick for the winner, the big upset that happened, or Carrie Underwood’s latest big hit.American Idol has also helped to increase awareness and funds for many charities with Idol Gives Back. Charities this program has helped include the Children's Defense Fund, The Global Fund, Make It Right, Malaria No More, Save The Children, U.S. Programs and the Children's Health Fund (Americanidol.com, 2008).
Reference
Americanidol.com. (2008). American Idol: Idol Gives Back. FOX. Retrieved June 2, 2009 from http://www.americanidol.com/idolgivesback/.
I don't watch the show, but I talk about it though. Kind of strange scenario. Kris winning was a big hit for our state of Arkansas. I don't think there were too many people that weren't effected by American Idon, whether you watched or not. His parents live right over from where I do.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that American Idol supported so many charities. I'm glad to see a show so popular give back to those who need it.
You make a perfect point... many parents want to watch family friendly shows but not cartoons. As much as I'm a kid at heart, there's just so many cartoons that I can watch. At some point you need to turn the cartoons off and find something else.
ReplyDeleteKim, you make some great points here about Idol. Not only is it a huge influence on so many people, but it is a show that the entire family can watch. I don't have any children, but I never realized how much children's television parents must have to watch. I'm sure it is a relief that you are able to watch this show with your children and not worry about language or violence. It is also an interactive show that people can talk about and debate.
ReplyDeleteI used to watch this show when I had time. I do agree that American Idol has been an inspiration to others. It also has been a great wholesome family television show for the most part.
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