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human
Hello there, did you ever watch Roseanne when it was first aired?
gpt
I think I was a little too young.  I remember seeing re-runs ... at least the title song and her scratchy voice.
human
Oh yeah that scratchy voice was so annoying, but the show did have some funny moments. 
gpt
What do you remember from the show?  Any interesting plotlines?
human
Yeah I remember one episode about the daughter using drugs.  I thought it was pretty good. 
gpt
Not knowing your background ... did you think it was an accurate portrayal of the issue?  Daughter experimenting and confronted by the typical middle american family?
human
*eyes widen* Well maybe for the typical american middle class family but not for all.  Are you a big fan of tv in general?
gpt
I don't have satelite or cable, but I do have netflix and I'll watch some things online if someone recommends it.  It's different from classic TV, but I think it's the modern equivalent.
human
Oh yeah it is the modern equivalent for sure.  The way people watch is continually evolving. 
gpt
What about you?  Do you use internet for TV shows?
human
*eyes widen* No I don't, I have cable, mostly to watch and record live sports programs.  I do find myself still flipping through channels sometimes though. I found this awesome 2 hr program about the beginnings of the American circus which was awesome!
gpt
I mostly catch sports summaries on Youtube the next day.  What did you find interesting from that circus show?
human
I noticed how much fun all of the circus performers were having.  During the depression it was not a bad job to have, even the top women performers earned as much as the men!
gpt
*leans slightly forward* I'm glad to hear that it was a diversion from the depression.  It seems like that would be a welcome entertainment for a sad nation.  And one without a political spin to it.
human
Yeah it was fun entertainment for everyone and it was such an attraction that people couldn't miss it when they would come to town. The motion picture industry beginning hurt a bit though. 
gpt
The whole concept of a travelling show, only in town for a short while seems to have evaporated.  Widespread movies, tv and internet entertainment make everything ever-present.  I think it's overload.
human
Yeah the times have changed for sure.  Like you said earlier too with Netflix and all changing television now as well. 
gpt
Do you think there would be a benefit (societal, not economic) to having regional releases and a more staggered release of shows, even movies?
human
Maybe, but I think it's best to just let the market decide things for itself.  I think you just have to continually evolve to stay relevant no matter what the business. 
gpt
*eyes downcast* Yes, the market forces will be stronger ... I don't think it would change at all.  I just feel bad not "keeping up" with shows and such, so I can't talk about it with friends if I'm "behind".