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It was all about the toe.

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My toes are pretty, Dee told the cameras.

Its just that my big toe is abnormally longer than my other toes.

The other Rebas poked fun at her, cracking up at the idea of her footprints.

It may not seem especially notable, but to superfans ofSurvivor, the toe scene was worth adulating.

For the first time in recent years, the audience could finally breathe.

The mundane was back.

But to fans, it felt like a gift.

Survivorfans have celebrated the longer episodes.

Then, in January, MTV decided it wanted something different.

Specifically, the Todrick Hall and Brad GoreskistarringThe Real Friends of WeHo.

There was a sense of justice behind rejecting the change; turning off the TV felt like activism.

Were dedicating our night toDrag Race.

But this doesnt mean more shows.

A reality-TV block, or destination night, is entirely feasible.

Fans are altogether willing to dedicate their night to the shared experience of live-watching a reality competition.

Whats not feasible is the introduction of more shows at the cost of others.

Give the people their 90 minutes!

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