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Outsider's Inn

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Carnie Wilson, Maureen McCormick, Bobby Brown, Where to watch: CMT)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Reality celebs check in for Southern hospitality.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–15

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The three main celebrities are clearly friends. While it's not intended to be malicious, the series includes a lot of stereotyping. Most of the cast members (and the guests) are Caucasian.

  • Violence:

    Occasional arguments break out when things go wrong.

  • Sex:

    Some strong sexual innuendo, including references to orgasms and homosexuality. Subtle references to other sex acts.

  • Language:

    Audible language includes words like "hell." Stronger expressions (like "Jesus Christ") and occasional expletives (like "s--t") are fully muted out.

  • Consumerism:

    Local Newport stores are visible. Occasional references to The Brady Bunch.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Visible drinking (mainly whiskey) and cigar smoking is visible. Newport is in a "dry county," and a few locals are featured illegally selling liquor.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Outsider's Inn

Parents need to know that this quirky, sometimes silly reality series -- which follows a trio of C-list celebs as they try to run an upscale bed and breakfast in Newport, Tenn. -- has some strong sexual innuendo (including references to homosexuality). There's also some stereotyping of the local town residents and of Southern living in general. The language is relatively mild (words like "s--t" are fully muted), but drinking and cigar smoking are frequently visible.

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  • Families can talk about why celebrities are so eager to be in reality shows. Do you think they participate to restart their careers? Or is it just a way to make money in the competitive world of show business? Families can also discuss stereotyping in the media. Is it ever OK to poke fun at people for the way they talk, act, or live -- even if it isn't intended to be hurtful?
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