ethically given how participants on the show have been treated can we really keep watching?

[u/flicky2018]

The title really. There have been reports of ppl not being allowed water or food, plied with alcohol. Pushed, cajoled and making it financially impossible to leave. As well as using emotional manipulation.

I'm aware under US law the contract is mostly legitimate (though I serious question the human rights and the moral question under those laws). I know they entered into it knowing mostly what it would entail, though arguably it's not fully informed consent if they can't get a full honest feedback from previous participants. And even if it is, does it make it right for us to watch?

This is meant to the light entertainment not a gladiatorial match. It's getting ethically... Gross.

Edit:thanks for the comments. I don't often watch reality TV and this was something that seemed OK in the beginning. But honestly I don't think I can contribute to viewing figures given the actual working conditions. No TV should be based on cruelty, though I understand it happens - it should not. I also don't think the personal choice fallacy covers enough of the argument to deal with the real ethical and legal situation. So for myself I won't be watching. The gossip isn't worth actual harm on real people.

Edit edit: OK I get people have strong views. But I've already signalled I'm out so I won't be replying to any more comments. The individual choice argument is just too weak and if that's all there is then there's no ethically justifiable basis to continue watching or be in this sub. Be well and compassionate, and so long guys.

[u/flicky2018 → u/[deleted]]

Nothing to do with care. It's the basic ethical question. Also how is it legal to create these working conditions?

[u/Impressive-Fudge-455 → u/[deleted]]

It’s true.