A seriesof television or radio programmes about the lives and problems

A seriesof television or radio programmes about the lives and problems of a particular group of characters. They run over a long period and are broadcast several times every week. Programmes filming normal people in their everyday lives or putting several people in a specially built house where they can be filmed 24 hours-a-day and giving them challenges to do. TV programmes featuring competitive games and quizzes. Often hosted by a well-nown TV personality. A quot;TELETHONquot; show during which people phone in and donare money. Phone in TV shows where people can either buy featured items or bid for them. TV shows featuring live or recorded music. TV shows featuring topics such as fashion, exercise, health and leisure. Programmes about gardening, often fronded by a well known pesonality. (перевод)