I watched the first two seasons of survivor. I liked it. When the third season started, however, I was through after two episodes.
I watched Joe Millionaire. Overall, I was disappointed. It was too tame and fairy-tale like in the end.
I've avoided everything else, but I'd like to get into American Idol because it really seems like a legitimately decent show. When people have a chance to show off their real, legitimate talent and take advantage of that chance, it's worth watching what they do.