Has anyone killed their TV?

[buster]

“When you’re young, you look at television and think, There’s a conspiracy. The networks have conspired to dumb us down. But when you get a little older, you realize that’s not true. The networks are in business to give people exactly what they want. That’s a far more depressing thought. Conspiracy is optimistic! You can shoot the bastards! We can have a revolution! But the networks are really in business to give people what they want. It’s the truth.”
— Steve Jobs


......................... I was just curious if anyone has actually cut the cord and what it was like.

 

[scooterbug44]

Absolutely wonderful! Far harder these days with the internet and TVs in eating places, but so nice to get away. Your stress level really drops too.

 

[Bob]

but tv gave us tv dinners

 

[Carol G]

I haven't had cable/broadcast TV in a couple years now, and I don't miss it. I do have a television though, for watching dvds and streaming Netflix, and I have begun watching a few tv shows on there. No commercials or advertising, no interruptions, and watch at your own pace - it's an entirely different experience.

 

[Beach Runner]

We have the TV on whenever we are awake. Like the morning news, Kathie Lee and Hoda, the noon news, Food Network, more CNN, movies, certain TV shows.

During college footbal season on Saturdays we watch Sports Center and watch as many games as possible, while fitting in cooking a nice dinner. We have some great conversations while watching the games.

When January comes we watch a lot of college basketball. We have a blast doing that.

Weekends in the spring and summer are for golf and the big tennis tournaments. Great to nap with the whispering in the background of a golf tournament.

So basically we like watching news, sports, movies, and a few random TV shows together. We enjoy cooking. That's not an all-inclusive list.

We have a TV in our bathroom. Don't want to miss anything while getting dressed to go to work or go out.

Our rental guests leave notes saying that they love how we have TVs and DVD players in every room.

So to answer your question, hellnaw we wouldn't get rid of TV.

 

[passin thru]

Yes, I killed mine & then took a proofreading course.

 

[scooterbug44]

Ironically watching Wheel of Fortune improves one's spelling.

 

[Kurt]

Ironically watching Wheel of Fortune improves one's spelling.

It has also taught people that there are 2 types of letters - vowels and nonvowels.

And then there are probably some who would buy a "bowel".

 

[Teresa]

I haven't had cable/broadcast TV in a couple years now, and I don't miss it. I do have a television though, for watching dvds and streaming Netflix, and I have begun watching a few tv shows on there. No commercials or advertising, no interruptions, and watch at your own pace - it's an entirely different experience.

that is exactly what I want to do. Except that I have gotten so far removed from TV that I don't even know or care about what's available to watch via Netflix. I have a zillion Direct TV channels and do not watch one, unless Letterman is on at bed time (and I did not turn it on). Should I force myself? I know I'm missing some good stuff but don't care anymore!!!! I only want NPR or music or quiet. I'm missing some dang good cooking shows!

 

[salidaco]

We unplugged cable last year. Don't miss it