#11: Secondhand Embarrassment
Our culture has become so obsessed with reality TV that we will put literally anything on air. Some people seeking attention or those looking for a quick payday don’t mind acting a fool in the national spotlight, which opens the gates for the most absurd auditions to air.

For this person, some of these “star search” acts are so bad they actually feel embarrassed for them. These people audition to get on these shows, which means the producers know they are bad, making ideal content to get more views.