They’re Only Human 12.18.2007

There’s something perverse about our culture’s fascination with reality shows, but what’s most shocking is when some of the most riveting and popular reality shows delve into a world that is downright scary. NBC’s To Catch A Predator is one of those shows. With hidden camera investigations, the show is dedicated to exposing potential child molesters who contact kids through the Internet. What’s weird about this show is that its host Chris Hansen is a veritable celebrity now, and with so many spoofs of the show its hard to take him seriously - and the subject matter is obviously some pretty heavy shit.
Queue the genius that is Human Giant. Their spoof is hands down the best of the bunch. MTV took a chance on these dudes last year and gave them a show that was renewed for this season. Hooray! They sure know how to make me laugh, and last night at New York City’s Upright Citizens Brigade Theater they previewed some new shorts from the upcoming season. All hell is about to break loose people! Here’s the Catching A Predator gem from last season to whet your appetite: