Ot: Anyone Watch the Show "Wipeout"?

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants sharing their experiences and reactions to the game show "Wipeout," discussing its humor and entertainment value. Some participants also mention other similar shows they enjoy.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of watching "Wipeout" with family and finding it hilarious, noting the entertainment value of people falling into mud.
  • Another participant mentions having seen an Asian version of the show and expresses regret at missing the recent episode.
  • Several users mention enjoying the humor of "Wipeout" and relate it to other shows like "MXC" and "Ninja Warrior."
  • One participant identifies as having watched both "Wipeout" and "I Survived a Japanese Game Show," expressing mixed feelings about the latter.
  • Another participant describes how their child was inspired to create an obstacle course after watching "Wipeout."
  • Some participants express a sense of surprise at how much they enjoyed the show, despite initial skepticism about its premise.
  • One participant humorously recounts a funny moment involving a family member giving unsolicited advice to contestants.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

General agreement exists among participants regarding the humor and entertainment value of "Wipeout," though opinions on "I Survived a Japanese Game Show" vary.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal anecdotes and reactions to the shows, reflecting a light-hearted engagement with the content rather than critical analysis.

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Readers within the consultant community who enjoy humorous television shows or are looking for light-hearted entertainment options may find this discussion relatable.

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It was on last night on ABC....OMG, I haven't laughed that hard in awhile! Who knew people falling into mud & bouncing off 'big balls' could be so entertaining:D Dh, my girls & I had a good time watching those people make goofs of themselves....you should check it out next week if you missed it!

(it's a new game show; the people have to go through these obstacle courses, trying not to "wipeout" into the water or mud...the winner gets 50K)
 
We have watched a Asian version on cable before! DH told me this one on last night but I was busy and couldn't watch it.
 
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OH, & after Wipeout was "I Survived a Japanese Game Show"....we didn't watch all of that one though. Looked funny too...
 
I started watching I survived a Japanese game show and didnt like it. So I didnt finish watching it.
 
I watched Wipeout last night and thought it was soooo funny! It's the American version of a show called "MXC" on cable.
 
rennea said:
I watched Wipeout last night and thought it was soooo funny! It's the American version of a show called "MXC" on cable.
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That's the show I was thinking of! We also like watching Ninja Warrior on G4.
 
It was so funny!! We use to watch the one on some channel where it was American voice making fun of the foreign one, so, we love that it is actually a show now for real.
 
That MCX one is actually a Japanese Show-Ninja Warrior! We loved watching those shows when we lived in Japan. There were others too...like one where the participants would jump over these huge stacks (for lack of a better word)...just stacked up levels is the best way I could put it! My kids play Ninja Warrior all the time.......
 
I thought they both were hilarious!! My DS laughed so hard I thought he was going to pee his pants.
 
I missed it! I am sure that my DH and all the kids would love it...we have seen the Japanese version once or twice and laughed a lot!
 
Oh Man I missed it - I wanted to see it by seeing the commercials - Will it be a weekly thing all summer??
 
ROFLMAO!!! That show was so hilarious!! I will definately tune in next time!!
 
I watched part of it briefly---thought the commentators were quite annoying. I was turned off by that!
 
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PamperedDor said:
Oh Man I missed it - I wanted to see it by seeing the commercials - Will it be a weekly thing all summer??
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Yes, I think so! I noticed on the abc website you can view the episode!
 
I usually see previews for that kind of show and think how dumb...but my husband had it on and we were all laughing! It is very rare that you watch tv these days and REALLY laugh...although I felt bad cause some of those looked painful!! I will tune in again.. :)
 
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DH and I finally got a date night, so we missed it, but my 3 1/2 year old talked the babysitter (my SIL) into it. My DD loves watching "Inja Foyer" (Ninja Warrior) with daddy, and after watching 10 minutes of Wipeout apparently set up her own obstacle course in the den and was leaping from cushion to cushion. I can't wait to watch her watching it next week!
 
I watched both & laughed so hard DH could hear me out on "the back 40."

After a stressful day, some mindless entertainment was just what I needed.
 
We thought they were both hilarious!
 
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pckrissy said:
I usually see previews for that kind of show and think how dumb...but my husband had it on and we were all laughing! It is very rare that you watch tv these days and REALLY laugh...although I felt bad cause some of those looked painful!! I will tune in again.. :)
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That is true!
I know what you mean about feeling bad; some of those people had to be covered in bruises!
 
Wipeout is my new favorite show. I have not laughed that hard out loud at a tv show in a long time!
 
we t-vod wipeout and watched it last night. I laughed so hard I about peed myself. That show is hillarious. My DH liked it too and he's never into reality shows.
 
My favorite comment of the episode?"She's collecting her thought."
 
KellyTheChef said:
I missed it! I am sure that my DH and all the kids would love it...we have seen the Japanese version once or twice and laughed a lot!
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You can still catch it on the net. I watched it with my husband last night we both had a good laugh... I told him he should go and take a "crack" at it too :)
 
raebates said:
My favorite comment of the episode?

"She's collecting her thought."
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Mine too Rae, I thought DH was going to choke on his tea he was laughing so hard:D
 
Actually, the funniest thing for me was really The Furry Guy. He took a few days off work to help the guys doing our roof. (Usually he's on second shift, so he's not home in the evening.) He kept telling people how they could do different stunts easier--leapfrog in a more horizontal fashion on the big balls, squat more before jumping over the sweep bar, etc. I kept reminding him that they couldn't hear him. LOL!
 
raebates said:
Actually, the funniest thing for me was really The Furry Guy. He took a few days off work to help the guys doing our roof. (Usually he's on second shift, so he's not home in the evening.) He kept telling people how they could do different stunts easier--leapfrog in a more horizontal fashion on the big balls, squat more before jumping over the sweep bar, etc. I kept reminding him that they couldn't hear him. LOL!
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Maybe he should sign up and give the show a try :)
 
He said he'd have signed up if they had it when it was in his 20's. Now he's feeling old and creaky, especially after working on the roof all week.
 
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I'm glad to see so many of you have the same sense of humor as me!

Rae, I'm in my late 20's (close to 30) & don't think I could do the show!
 
Trust me, I couldn't have done it even in my 20's. The Furry Guy would have had a pretty good shot, though.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the premise of the show "Wipeout"?

"Wipeout" is a competitive reality television show where contestants navigate through a series of challenging and often humorous obstacle courses. The goal is to complete the course while avoiding various physical challenges that can lead to hilarious falls and wipeouts.

When did "Wipeout" first premiere?

"Wipeout" first premiered on June 24, 2008. The show quickly gained popularity for its entertaining format and comedic commentary.

How do contestants get selected for "Wipeout"?

Contestants for "Wipeout" are typically selected through an audition process, which may include submitting an application, participating in interviews, and sometimes attending casting calls. The show looks for individuals who are energetic and ready for physical challenges.

Is "Wipeout" still airing new episodes?

What makes "Wipeout" different from other reality competition shows?

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