Journal 2

Mike's writing style definately reflects his MTV influences. He uses language that really helps him connect with the audience (other students). By talking in the way you would expect someone in his generation to, it makes Mike's writing much more effective to the topic. He vividly describes each show, and lets you know he has an intimate understanding of all characters involved. I do, however, think that he overexagerated some of his analysis. I grew up in a house without cable TV, so my understanding of MTV is limited, but from what i've heard, most of it is trash TV. To be able to try and say you learned all sorts of life lessons from these programs just seems absurd. Its like saying "I learned from Jerry Springer that you shouldnt sleep with all the girls in the trailer park, or else you'll get AIDS". Its mostly common sense stuff, not an experience that you learn and grow by. To find any way to look at Bevis and Butthead as role models.... no matter how he tries to justify it, i dont see that as realistic. In conclusion, I admire Mike's writing ability, but i disagree with his opinions. Though i can appreciate Mike's decision to look at something for more than what it is on the surface, thats also the part of the essay where he lost me.