Shark Tank is back. The reality competition series that chronicles hopeful entrepreneurs trying to find financing to fun their business ideas from savvy business executives is currently in its Season 14 season. The premiere showcased a new element: a live audience. And fans are not receptive. The first episode featuring a live audience premiered to less than stellar results via social media commentary. Returning for the season are judges: Mark Cuban – owner, of the Dallas Mavericks; Barbara Corcoran – a real estate mogul; Lori Greiner an inventor and the Queen of QVC; Robert Herjavec – a famed technology innovator; Daymond John – a fashion and branding expert; and Kevin O’Leary – a venture capitalist known as AKA “Mr. Wonderful.” Even with the talent on the panels, the audience remains upset.
For the live audience element, viewers at home are able to weigh in on whether or not the Sharks should take the plunge and make a deal, or say no. TV Insider chatted with the Sharks to get their thoughts on the live episode. And Greiner didn’t think it was a bad idea. “I will be fascinated by what they have to say. As always with market research, the consumer speaks,” she told the outlet.
“However, I have to make a wise decision for me and use my gut.” But social media reactions say otherwise.
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Who’s responsible?
One Twitter user won’t be watching moving forward. From the looks of their Tweet, the new format is a clear negative.
It’s all for the allure
Some viewers feel the show has lost its edge. Many believe the new format resembles the reality television spectacle.
Doesn’t appear authentic
With the addition of the live audience, some are complaining the new format seems forced. It is a turn-off for some fans.
Change for what
Others are complaining that there was no need to change the format. The show has been a success since its debut.
Counterprudtcive at best
The point of the show has to always give honest feedback to bright ideas that may need tweaking. But with the live audience inclusion, it’s more overwhelming to the contestants.
Not a good change
Since the show’s debut, the conversation about the live audience has run rampant. It’s a wonder whether the show will continue on in this way.
