Auctioneer$

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Common Sense Media says

Behind-the-scenes peek at auctions doesn't appraise well.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parent need to know that not everyone featured in this reality show about making money as an auctioneer behaves maturely. Expect some occasional language or bratty behavior mixed in with the respectful and professional stuff.

  • No major takeaways here. The show does emphasize money-making techniques (one auctioneer says, "For me, it's all about the money.") and people's personal reasons for wanting to sell their items.
  • The auctioneers are all professionals and they do have a certain passion for their work (driven largely by money, for some). Some customers demonstrate immature behavior.
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What's the story?

Basically a day in the life docu-series, this reality show looks at the world of auction sales through the eyes of Phoenix-based Auction Systems, a company that takes items on consignment, then auctions them off to buyers. The show looks at how items are appraised and then what happens at the auction itself.


Is it any good?

 

Anyone who has ever been mesmerised by the fast patter chant of an auctioneer will find this show interesting. At least, for one episode. Unfortunately, you don't hear enough about the auctioneers themselves and why they do what they do to make this more interesting. For a peek into an unfamiliar world, AUCTIONEER$ can be fun, but it wears thing quickly.


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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about how real the show is. Parents can ask their children if they think the people on TV are acting the way they are because they're on camera.

  • How much do viewers learn about the art of auction sales?

  • Talk about money and buying things. Does this show encourage too much interest in buying stuff? What are the attitudes of the auctioneers toward money? What are your family's values around money?


This review was written by Anne Louise Bannon
Parent of 8 and 13 year old
October 19, 2010
 
good for all ages eight years and older

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This review was written by Anne Louise Bannon
TV rating:TV-PG
Network:TLC
Genre:Reality TV

This review was written by Anne Louise Bannon
 

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
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