These Facts About Jerry Springer Prove Why The Worst Show In TV History Is Actually One Of The Best

They Did Anything They Could For Ratings In The Early Seasons

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In the first few seasons, the show moved quickly away from being politically centered to drama filled. But even the fights weren’t enough to keep viewers watching.

Producers tried to make the show more racy with episodes like “My Boyfriend Turned Out To Be A Girl” and “Which Are Sexier: Bigger Or Smaller Breasts On Women.”