You can not only run it once, but twice, usually on your network. You can sell it overseas. You can run it on cable. You can run it in syndication. You're going to be getting value out of that product for the next 20 years.
Cycles are inevitable and even good for TV, say some industry insiders.
It makes our writers look at the current climate and reach deeper into their souls for that inspiration that's going to cut through the clutter. And there's even reason to hope that while this cycle of reality programming runs its course, it could yield an unexpected benefit for viewers. These were once the hallmark of network TV and have been nearly abandoned. The ironic and sad fact is that while the ability to gather and disseminate news from around the world has never been better, the amount of compelling 'real' reality has never been less. The Monitor does not endorse the sites behind these links.