"Swingtown" on CBS?

VAswingcurious · 06-02-2008, 04:11 PM

I have been so anxious about this coming on TV - I think the show will go over sell with people actually - So many people are into those types of TV shows and sex and the whole nine yards, so I would be surprised if it did not go over well. But I guess time will tell - I will be watching on Thursday! We will see how realistic the whole thing is and how it portrays the lifestyle.

**LikeMinds321** · 06-02-2008, 07:11 PM

We wouldn't miss this.

I was digging around for any old clothes we still have from the 70s so that I can be dressed for the event.

So far all I've found was a robe I made for MrLM (that he's never worn!) so I may just be wearing that and nothing else for the show's premiere.

Should be easy to slip off at anytime during the program, if I'm inspired to do so.

LM

fordman460 · 06-03-2008, 01:52 AM

I wanna go watch it with LM :P

***JustAskJulie*** · 06-03-2008, 12:54 PM

SwingTown Premiere Party at LikeMinds321's house!

**LikeMinds321** · 06-03-2008, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JustAskJulie

SwingTown Premiere Party at LikeMinds321's house!

The premiere show would be a good reason for a party.

Anyone who can find our house is welcome.

Party rules:

BYOB

Dress for the 70s

Bring a food dish that was a favorite for the time period

Okay, who can find us?

LM

Greg & Sheryl · 06-03-2008, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warkman

I wonder why they chose to time stamp it in the 70's rather than the present?

They probably thought that the camp factor involved in 70's nostalgia would make for a more entertaining show. The same principal was applied to the porn industry with the movie "Boogie Nights."

Here's an interesting article from the New York Times about the show's creator Mike Kelley. Apparently, the series was inspired by his childhood observations of the adults in his suburban Chicago neighborhood.

Take My Wife. Please. I’ll Take Yours.

***JustAskJulie*** · 06-03-2008, 08:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg & Sheryl

They probably thought that the camp factor involved in 70's nostalgia would make for a more entertaining show. The same principal was applied to the porn industry with the movie "Boogie Nights."

Here's an interesting article from the New York Times about the show's creator Mike Kelley. Apparently, the series was inspired by his childhood observations of the adults in his suburban Chicago neighborhood.

Take My Wife. Please. I’ll Take Yours.

Sounds like he timestamped it in the period that he saw it in. There have been several movies that have acknowledged the swinging couples of the 70's, I think it's something that has been associated with that time period (just like free love in general)... less of something that people really think about happening today.

alphaplaycpl · 06-05-2008, 09:44 AM

Though the show has had a lot of criticism, I find it interesting that the whole country is talking about swinging today. Every news clip I hear has buzzed about the show. I find it very interesting to hear the reactions of the newscasters. Most seem to have a positive "I would love to watch that" tone to their voices. I suppose this just proves that swingers really are everywhere - we are your next door neighbors, the people you see in the grocery store... Really makes you look at the whole world with new eyes.

jimnjan · 06-05-2008, 10:31 AM

It's becoming mainstream....

SnakeBabe · 06-05-2008, 12:27 PM

You can see some of the publics reaction on the CBS site
Swingtown Message Board

the hate begins....

knb2004 · 06-05-2008, 03:47 PM

Oh, no. Another internet argument about swinging. I may need a new keyboard when this one is over. Anyone wanna donate?

***JustAskJulie*** · 06-05-2008, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by knb2004

Oh, no. Another internet argument about swinging. I may need a new keyboard when this one is over. Anyone wanna donate?

You're just a glutton for punishment I think. So far all that's on that board is 11 posts about how terrible it is that CBS is showing this show and 1 post from a swinger couple about how they are looking forward to seeing it. So not worth it!

knb2004 · 06-05-2008, 04:28 PM

You're right (twice), I am a glutton for punishment (still trying to save the world), and with all of 12 posts it's not worth it.

OTOH the first episode hasn't even aired and I'm guessing the board only recently was created so it could explode. We'll see.

***JustAskJulie*** · 06-05-2008, 04:38 PM

I imagine it will get a bit more activity after the show airs. Unfortunately, I'm not holding much hope for the show actually lasting.

Another news article/review of the show: 'Swingtown' isn't just misguided because it's on the wrong network | ScrippsNews

knb2004 · 06-05-2008, 06:39 PM

Nevermind. My comment was incorrect.

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06-02-2008, 04:11 PM	#46 (permalink)
VAswingcurious Here to Stay Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 23 Location: VA Status: couple	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? I have been so anxious about this coming on TV - I think the show will go over sell with people actually - So many people are into those types of TV shows and sex and the whole nine yards, so I would be surprised if it did not go over well. But I guess time will tell - I will be watching on Thursday! We will see how realistic the whole thing is and how it portrays the lifestyle.

06-02-2008, 07:11 PM	#47 (permalink)
LikeMinds321 Let's get comfortable... Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 8,436 Location: On the couch Status: Married to Mr LM	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? We wouldn't miss this. I was digging around for any old clothes we still have from the 70s so that I can be dressed for the event. So far all I've found was a robe I made for MrLM (that he's never worn!) so I may just be wearing that and nothing else for the show's premiere. Should be easy to slip off at anytime during the program, if I'm inspired to do so. LM

06-03-2008, 01:52 AM	#48 (permalink)
fordman460 Swingers Board Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 127 Location: Phoenix AZ Status: Couple	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? I wanna go watch it with LM :P

06-03-2008, 12:54 PM	#49 (permalink)
*JustAskJulie* Your Hostess Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 21,494 Location: Alabama Status: Female SLS Name:swingersboard Blog Entries: 53	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? SwingTown Premiere Party at LikeMinds321's house! __________________ Julie Owner/ Admin http://www.swingersboard.com

06-05-2008, 09:44 AM	#53 (permalink)
alphaplaycpl Here to Stay Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 43 Location: Alpharetta, GA Status: Couple	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? Though the show has had a lot of criticism, I find it interesting that the whole country is talking about swinging today. Every news clip I hear has buzzed about the show. I find it very interesting to hear the reactions of the newscasters. Most seem to have a positive "I would love to watch that" tone to their voices. I suppose this just proves that swingers really are everywhere - we are your next door neighbors, the people you see in the grocery store... Really makes you look at the whole world with new eyes.

06-05-2008, 10:31 AM	#54 (permalink)
jimnjan Swingers Board Addict Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 104 Location: Shoemakersville, PA Status: Couple SLS Name:jimnjan	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? It's becoming mainstream.... __________________ Jan

06-05-2008, 12:27 PM	#55 (permalink)
SnakeBabe Here to Stay Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 67 Location: Las Vegas Status: Happily Married Couple	Re: Swingtown / Thursday Night You can see some of the publics reaction on the CBS site Swingtown Message Board the hate begins....

06-05-2008, 03:47 PM	#56 (permalink)
knb2004 Swingers Board Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 158 Location: NYC Status: M. Couple SLS Name:knb2004	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? Oh, no. Another internet argument about swinging. I may need a new keyboard when this one is over. Anyone wanna donate?

06-05-2008, 04:28 PM	#58 (permalink)
knb2004 Swingers Board Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 158 Location: NYC Status: M. Couple SLS Name:knb2004	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? You're right (twice), I am a glutton for punishment (still trying to save the world), and with all of 12 posts it's not worth it. OTOH the first episode hasn't even aired and I'm guessing the board only recently was created so it could explode. We'll see.

06-05-2008, 04:38 PM	#59 (permalink)
*JustAskJulie* Your Hostess Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 21,494 Location: Alabama Status: Female SLS Name:swingersboard Blog Entries: 53	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? I imagine it will get a bit more activity after the show airs. Unfortunately, I'm not holding much hope for the show actually lasting. Another news article/review of the show: 'Swingtown' isn't just misguided because it's on the wrong network \| ScrippsNews __________________ Julie Owner/ Admin http://www.swingersboard.com

06-05-2008, 06:39 PM	#60 (permalink)
knb2004 Swingers Board Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 158 Location: NYC Status: M. Couple SLS Name:knb2004	Re: "Swingtown" on CBS? Nevermind. My comment was incorrect. Last edited by knb2004 : 06-05-2008 at 06:41 PM. Reason: Whoops!

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