Alleged Animal Neglect on Animal Planet's 'Call of the Wildman'
From Ring of Fire:
There have been numerous cases of alleged animal neglect related to the Animal Planet hit “reality” TV show, Call of the Wildman, according to an investigation by Mother Jones. The show, which has been running for three seasons, is part of Animal Planet’s shift from being an educational outlet to an “entertainment destination,” in order to increase stagnating ratings.
Call of the Wildman is a product of collaboration between Animal Planet and the production company Sharp Entertainment, which specializes in “guided reality,” or heavily-produced (read: staged) television shows. The show’s star, Ernie Brown, Jr., also known as “Turtleman,” is a wildlife “rescuer” from Kentucky who captures wildlife for homeowners and businesses.
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