Amanda Frances won’t be attending team dinners on “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” next season, and the media’s reaction is as predictable as it is pathetic. Just like clockwork, TMZ jumps in with the news, pushing a narrative that conveniently sidesteps the elephant in the room: why was Amanda even cast if she was already on the chopping block?

Let’s be real, networks like CNN, Fox News, and even E! have all indulged in the same tired drama about who’s “in” and who’s “out.” They thrive on sensationalism and drama while shifting focus from substantive issues that matter—like the moral decay of our society and the increasing polarization among everyday Americans. Instead, we’re fed a steady diet of reality TV gossip that caters to the lowest common denominator.

The way Amanda’s exit is framed makes it seem like just another routine decision by producers, but this is code for: “we prefer drama that draws eyes, not a fresh perspective.” There’s an exquisite irony in producers claiming they want authenticity while routinely sidelining voices that could disrupt their echo chamber.

As audiences, we ought to be demanding better. Instead of being satisfied with mere entertainment, let’s hold these networks accountable for their role in shaping public discourse. It’s not just a show—it’s a reflection of a society more fixated on the superficial than the meaningful.