Lord of the Sighs

Ellen Goodman / Truthdig Sep 27, 2007 When they write the cultural history of childhood in 21st-century America, I hope they leave room for a few unkind words about "Kid Nation." Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Who Wants to Win a Kidney?

Staff / Truthdig May 29, 2007 If you thought reality television had already hit its nadir, guess again The creators of the "Big Brother" franchise have whipped up a shocking new premise for their next hopeful hit in the Netherlands: A terminally ill woman will, with advice from viewers, choose the winner of her kidneys Update: Producers at Endemol have admitted that the show is a hoax. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )