Parents' Guide to

Total Wrecklamation

By Anne Louise Bannon, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 8+

Resourceful host salvages overlooked treasures.

TV Planet Green Reality TV 2008
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Based on 3 parent reviews

Candushka
Candushka Parent of 12, 16 and 18-year-old
December 1, 2008
age 2+

Now, more than ever!

Even though we should always be sensitive to taking care of the earth, tough economic times makes us NEED to be conscious about waste. This show highlights the lively, fun, and friendly side of finding bargains. Jodi Murphy creates an off-the-wall camp jubilee excitement around the hard work of reclaiming treasures from the wrecking ball. Jodi's wild sense of humor makes you forget you are doing the 'right thing' and makes you think you are just having a blast.
leanandgreen
leanandgreen Adult
November 29, 2008
age 5+

Great concept, fun to watch

Really funny, unique way to look at recycling. Jodi is off the wall (in a good way) and the show is inspiring to established do-it-yourselfers and bargain hunters alike. I'm from the Chicagoland area and have attended one of Jodi's auctions. They're just as fun in person as they look on TV!Kudos to Planet Green for bringing this to the masses.
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What's the Story?

TOTAL WRECKLAMATION host/star Jodi Murphy initially started her business -- auctioning off materials from homes about to be demolished -- because she needed to support her three daughters as a single mom. But she soon became passionate about reclaiming as much as possible from these homes so that it doesn't end up in landfills. The show follows her as she looks at empty houses, determines what can be sold/salvaged, and lines up potential buyers for the auction.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say: (3):
Kids say: Not yet rated

The fact that Murphy is all but begs her buyers to increase their bids is a little off-putting. And while the show seems like the kind of thing that would work beautifully as a special, it's hard to imagine watching it week after week and seeing what appears to be pretty much the same thing every time. On the plus side, in our throw-away society, learning how to buy used isn't such a bad option.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about whether this show is more about educating people or about letting them into Murphy's life. Which part is more interesting to you? Why? Also, what lessons do you think the show is teaching? Do you agree with those lessons? Who do you think this show is designed to appeal to?

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