“twist” has become a crucial lynchpin

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The “twist” has become a crucial lynchpin of the reality show, and home audiences can’t get enough of them. Today’s reality stars need to have finely tuned antennas, and while it’s impossible to stay on step ahead of the producers all the time, it is in your best interest to be suspicious of every aspect of the show. Here is a list of questions that should constantly swirl through your mind as you participate.

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