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BBC One’s popular series, ‘The Traitors’ is back for a third season. What makes a good traitor? What does the show tell us about human nature? Is this mirrored in society? Is this the future of reality TV? Join us as we analyse this series with experts from Film and Media, and Psychology.
The Traitors season 2 was one of the biggest shows of 2024, keeping audiences hooked from start to finish. Throughout the show, 22 contestants were slowly whittled down to a final winner through a series of tasks, puzzles, and challenges.
The show is based on trust and betrayal. A small group of ‘Traitors’ are chosen out of the larger group with the objective of voting out and convincing others to vote out the ‘Faithfuls’ in order to win the cash prize.
The show portrays one of humanity’s most common fears – to be betrayed by one you trust and people cannot help but gather and observe as these dramatic acts unfold.
Join Mark Ord, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, and Stephanie Farnsworth, Lecturer in Media and Communications as we analyse the current series and look at the cultural impact and psychology of the show.
Nick Smith, Executive Vice President at All3Media International, and Visiting Professor at the University of Sunderland will also give an exclusive insight into television formats and licensing. He'll discuss the success of The Traitors and its significance in the industry. Nick will also talk about the relationship between All3Media and University of Sunderland, and the fantastic opportunities available.
This event is open to anyone interested in studying a degree in psychology, film and media, or simply a fan of the show.
For any questions, please email student.recruitment@sunderland.ac.uk