I just do not understand the fascination that some Americans have with the British royalty.
After all, did we not declare our independence from the British throne back in 1776?
Now don't get me wrong, I am happy for Prince William and the duchess. I can also understand my British friends' fascination with Baby Royal. Yet as an American I am befuddled by my fellow & sister Americans' desire to follow the members of the House of Windsor.
Heir Watch is just one pop culture phenomena that confuses me.
Another pop culture sensation that I do not understand is the popularity of TLC's "reality TV show" _Here Comes Honey Boo-Boo" What is so special about this " beauty pageant" contestant & her parents that she's known now by her silly nickname? Granted, I cop to watching some silly " reality TV" { for instance, I LOVE A&E's _Duck Dynasty_} But I fail to understand the appeal of a reality show starring a spoilt 7-year-old child & her parents. But again, I still fail to comprehend the popularity of the Kardashians. Can someone please tell me why these women are famous? Thanks. :O)
While we are on the subject of strange social phenomena, can someone please explain why " Flash mobs" occur & why so-called " spontaneous" dancing by large groups of people in a public place is done at all?
Maybe my autism prevents me from understanding why " pop culture" is so intriguing to many people? Perhaps I will seek out some scholarly research on the sociological implications popular culture trends. I find that I understand social & personal behavior of humans if I view it from a more scientific point of view.
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