I'm looking for recommendations for reality competition shows that are based purely (or at least mostly) on skill. I love watching people who are passionate about something complete against each other. But I loathe manufactured drama.

Some of my favorites for context:

Forged in Fire - knifesmiths completing against each other and the clock. Think Chopped for blacksmiths.

Alone - Just people trying to survive on their own in the wilderness. No camera crews, no backstabbing, no tribal councils, no voting, just people versus the elements and their own minds.

The Great British Bake Off - my comfort watch. I love how everyone supports each other.

I also enjoyed A Cut Above and Blown. I tried to watch the Pottery one on HBO, but couldn't get into it.

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[–] I_Has_A_Hat@lemmy.world 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

I didn't enjoy Lego Masters simply because of the host. I love Will Arnett, but he treated the whole thing like it was a joke and like he didn't want to be there. I don't know who told him to act like Lego was just a dumb, childish hobby, but it was insulting to the people working hard to make such amazing builds.

[–] Cherry@piefed.social 1 points 1 month ago

Oh i watched the aus one