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‘Virgin Diaries’: TLC Unveils Special Based on Abstinence With ‘Awkward’ Kissing Promo

TLCs Virgin Diaries Will Follow Adult Virgins Who Are Waiting For MarriageTLC has become cable television’s premiere destination for the most interesting, sometimes odd and bizarre, reality concepts.

There’s “19 Kids and Counting,“ ”Sister Wives“ and ”My Strange Addiction,” to name just a few of the network’s curious programs. Now, there’s a new special premiering on December 4 called, “Virgin Diaries.”

Based on the name, you can surmise that the show will focus on individuals who have been waiting to have sex. Back in 2006, MTV UK had a similar show that followed teenagers’ sexual experiences called, surprise, “The Virgin Diaries.”

A description of the new show on the TLC web site reads, “Virgin Diaries takes you inside the lives of adult virgins who reveal the challenges, truths, and anticipations of losing their virginity.” While this sounds benign enough, the promo the network is running has the media bustling.

Black Book Magazine takes a relatively unfriendly approach to addressing TLC’s current programming, but calls the “Virgin Diaries” preview clip “funny:”

Remember when TLC used to stand for “The Learning Channel?” Like KFC, TLC has become a meaningless acronym that is used to identify mass-produced, nutrition-free sludge like Toddlers and Tiaras, Little People, Big World, and Sister Wives. After the latter’s latest episode last night, an advertisement ran for The Virgin Diaries, a special that seems to follow TLC’s “exploit people who are different” formula. This one may be worth watching, however, as the 20 second promo clip is the funniest thing you’ll see all day.

The Huffington Post summarizes the quick preview as follows, “Based on this preview, ‘Virgin Diaries’ will be a more wholesome experience, in which being a virgin means never having to kiss your partner before marriage.”

The previews that these outlets are referencing showcases a couple who have saved their first kiss for marriage. The short clip shows the couple getting married in front of a minister. When he says, “You may now kiss the bride,” the man and wife engage in an uncomfortable lip lock. Then, another image of them kissing — equally painful — can be seen.

Kissing for the first time isn’t always the easiest, and this couple, despite being a bit older, doesn’t have the experience to flawlessly engage one another in a kiss. Jezebel calls their exchange, ”A first kiss so awkward that folks are openly face-palming as the bride and groom smooch at the altar.”

Watch the preview, which includes the kiss, below:

It is a common occurrence for Christians to hold off on sex until they are married. In rarer instances, some individuals choose with abstain from all physical activity, including kissing. While this may seem over-the-top to some, it is a personal prerogative.

The above clip certainly has entertainment value, but it leaves one wondering if TLC plans to exploit these individuals. A secondary consideration would be whether the network plans to show diversity in their showcasing of the couples that plan to wait until they are married (i.e. will the network show couples who do, indeed, kiss and act affectionately, or will they only show the outliers?).

“Virgin Diaries” will reportedly start off as a one-time special, but if it does well, it will likely become a series of sorts.

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  • FlamingFartSyndrome
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:32pm

    looks like theyre sharing food

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    • teamglock40
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 9:19pm

      immagine the horror of the wedding attendies of these abstinance bride and grooms if “now you may kiss your bride” was changed to “now you may ++++your bride”. i’m glad people wait if they want for THAT private moment, but c’mon, at least practice a single kiss for those of us who have to SEE it for the first time! seriously people. C’mon

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    • KickinBack
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 9:19pm

      It’s all fake. Don’t forget, reality shows are anything but real. They are still quasi scripted/directed in order to look good (or bad, it’s all about ratings) for tv.
      I could see the producers saying “Make sure your first kiss is over-exaggerated, you are supposed to be virgins, and the promos will bring curious audiences…”

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    • RossPoldark
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 9:51pm

      Wow, look at the bride go!!! She sure is really ravishing that poor guy.

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    • jzs
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 10:07pm

      I give their chances of staying together at something less than the national average.

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    • Square Dancer
      Posted on November 30, 2011 at 7:55am

      She looked like she was ready to eat anything. Maybe that’s why he was smiling.

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  • COFemale
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:30pm

    I think it is refreshing that some people are bringing back the traditions of marriage. We have gone too long supporting the devils version of marriage and per-maritial sex. I just hope TLC does not exploit those who will part of this show.

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    • InversionTheory
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 5:45pm

      I believe you hope in vain, my friend. Reality TV is all about the exploitation…Reality? Not so much.

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    • Kaoscontrol
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 6:02pm

      Though it is is a rare thing these days, I believe abstinence is God’s secret sauce in the recipe for a successful marriage. Every couple I know who ‘waited’ has a FANTASTIC marriage, free from infidelity. That’s why he forbids pre-marital fooling around.

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    • RossPoldark
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 9:52pm

      These are full grown adults. No adult is exploited unless they allow themselves to be exploited. For some, if the money is good, moral convictions go out the window.

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  • TH30PH1LUS
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:27pm

    They have a lifetime to learn how to kiss. What’s NOT in this video? The tons of emotional baggage, self-loathing and regret that many people carry on a daily basis.

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  • LadyLibertea
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:27pm

    I admire them for waiting, but that is one awkward kiss!!! eww. They look like those kissing grommies (FYI-those are fish that kiss) lol.

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  • TH30PH1LUS
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:24pm

    In a society that has turned the beauty of sexual intimacy into a pay-per-view Olympic sport, the entire idea of sexual purity and personal holiness seem alien, laughable, and fodder for entertainment. Most will view this show with the same curiosity that the residents of Sodom and Gomorrah must have had when Lot moved in.

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  • MONICNE
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:21pm

    This is a very sweet story.

    I wonder what would have happened if Newt had been pure before his 2nd and 3rd marriages. It would have helped his poll standings. He risked losing his true-Christian base with immoral behavior. Luckily the Catholics have now embraced him and he is totally right with the Christian Church again.

    TEA

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    • Winedude
      Posted on December 4, 2011 at 9:11pm

      I believe that you’re in for a surprise. The Catholic church and Christian right may think he‘s OK but that’s only their male leaders’ opinion. Women I know won’t consider voting for Newt, not because he’s on his third wife, but because of the way he left the previous two. The hypocrisy of the Clinton impeachment hearings (I know that he was on trial for lying to Congress but it was Newt that thought it was the end of the world that the President was having some sort of sexual relationship with an intern…they were both of legal age) won’t soon be forgotten.

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  • Anton Phibes
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:18pm

    The Bride is pretty…but that kiss looks like a zombie from Walking Dead trying to eat the groom’s face off his skull,lol.

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  • SR1911man
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:18pm

    It was like watching a washing machine attack a dryer on spin mode… Can’t.. Un… See…

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    • loriann12
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 7:28pm

      I didn’t watch…figured it would be time I’d never get back. But, I’m glad there are people who still wait.

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  • Anton Phibes
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:17pm

    My wife and I were both virgins until we married. She was the homecoming queen, and I was a brain. We were both called all kinds of names and ridiculed for this decision…but it was worth it. No “pasts” to deal with, argue about, or get jealous of. It cost me a whole lot of girlfriends in the past when I dropped the bombshell about sex. Same on her end with boyfriends. We were called everything from “freaks” to “alternate lifestyle” folks all because we didnt cave. Since when did normal become so hated and…abnormal?

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    • MatthewChapter24
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:38pm

      That is so beautiful.
      Couples don’t realize all the baggage they bring to the marriage bed when they give their body and their heart to another before marriage.

      Young people need to stop “prostituting” themselves under the guise of “dating”.
      And listen up dads: it‘s your job to protect your daughter’s purity and innocence. And tell your son that proving his manhood isn’t about drinking and sex. It’s about honor, respect, integrity.

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    • yiska8
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:40pm

      The left and entertainment industry along with parents being “best friends” to their children are to blame in my mind. Everything is so twisted. Everything pure is weird and unnatural. Everything cheap and low is readily accepted. A woman’s chastity and purity was highly valued throughout history. Now only the jihadists and Muslim men value it and the woman or women they take as wives must prove it medically. So damn sad. Virginity is something to be ashamed in this age because the popular culture has deemed it so. Applause to you and your wife for expecting more from yourselves and each other by waiting. And so long as you are happy and devoted to each other nothing else matters. God Bless.

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  • whatthecrazy
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:15pm

    Oh my goodness shes about to eat him up, its no dought hard to hold off but it can be done obviously.I got a feeling that night must have been a gold medal marathon! Congrats and let the lovin began…………

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  • COFemale
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:14pm

    Just for the record, 19 Kids and Counting is now 20 kids and Counting. Yep, Michelle is pregnant again.

    TLC has some interesting line-ups; some I watch, some I don’t.

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    • bernbart
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 6:04pm

      20 kids! That is really sick

       
  • lukerw
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:14pm

    The Robot Diaries!

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  • countrysideflair
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:12pm

    Are they gophers? Seriously, that kiss is just ridiculous. If there has ever been a great reason to have pre-marital “relations”… this is it!

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  • ravendoe
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:10pm

    Great for those who can wait but, this is exactly why its important to date. Learning simple things such as, is this person a slob, does this person know how to handle money, is this person a good kisser… etc. it may seem trivial but for the rest of your life is a long time and knowing what you’re getting into can be pretty darn helpful! That poor guy has a, “what I just do” look on his face, as in “Is this how she kisses and I am now signed up for this for life… for life?”

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    • liberty_for_all
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:23pm

      Oh come on, people divorce over much worse. Have you ever met anyone who divorced someone bc she can’t kiss? Coming to understand a mate’s sexual querks, preferences, etc is one of joys of getting married. Abstinence is a pure choice. I would venture to say that most couples who stay together are ones who waited to share those sacred feelings.

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    • xenolith
      Posted on November 30, 2011 at 12:08am

      If you mean “date” as in have premarital sexual relations, then you have it exactly backwards. The best way to learn if you can tolerate a prospective spouse’s daily habits, quirks, lifestyles, and ability to adapt well to cohabitation, then it is best not to “date.”

      This is because sex, especially if it’s really good, can severely cloud one’s judgement to fully discern the whole person you will be partnering with for the rest of your life. Conversely, good sex can be easily taught and learned if the partners are willing. Stated differently, if you can fall in love with someone after knowing everything about them for years, without having sex, you found the right one.

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  • bernbart
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:09pm

    Is that the daughter of they guy who started the purity balls?

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  • WhatsYerProblem
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:09pm

    My first kiss with my wife was at the altar. We decided when we started “dating” that we’d both been in relationships where the physical part of the relationship dominated – and that we’d focus our energy on emotional and spiritual connection.
    Once we made the decision it was easy to keep.

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  • bernbart
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:07pm

    The truth is Abstinence ONLY programs are failures. Purity Balls are perverse.

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    • COFemale
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:17pm

      Abstinence works when you have two mature people involved.

      Bernbart that leaves you out, so abstinence would not have worked for you.

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    • LibertyGoddess
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 7:19pm

      You are wrong. The stats show that abstinence programs work better. It‘s our culture who doesn’t care if it works or not, they don’t want to make the necessary changes to remain chaste.

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  • angelcat
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:00pm

    My guess is that somehow the couples who choose to abstain will be made to look stupid, out of touch, or in someway mocked if at all possible. I hope I am wrong, though. It does seem that many people are threatened to think that their are people with strong enough convictions and self-control to wait until marriage for something as precious to sex and feel obligated to make fun of them. It doesn’t matter that those who believe in pre-marital celibacy usually don’t demand others do the same or mock and revile them for their choices. Their choice to be celibate still seems to be one that elicits criticism and mocking.

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    • broker0101
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:11pm

      Sure, they will be “made to look stupid, out of touch or in some way mocked“ just like those nice young Christians who are ”cured“ of their homosexuality are ”made to look” freakish and pitiful. Who are we to believe, you or our own lying eyes?

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    • CherDash
      Posted on December 1, 2011 at 12:14am

      Exactly, TLC is using these people to mock people of faith.

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  • mean_conservative_teacher
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:53pm

    You know, there was a time not too long ago when no one thought that waiting until marriage was weird: it was the norm! Frankly, I think that those who bed half their acquaintances before settling into a likely doomed and awkward marriage are the weird ones.

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    • Locked
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:05pm

      A close friend of mine (who is waiting until marriage) talked to me about this before. When I asked him how he could stand holding off intimacy with the person he loved, he said “I don‘t know what I’m missing, so it’s not that hard.”

      I don’t like the concept of “ignorance is bliss,” but I can see how he has a point. It works for his personality.

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    • bernbart
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:08pm

      The truth is before birth control, most marriages occurred because of pregnancy.

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    • WhatsYerProblem
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:17pm

      Right on!

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  • preportunity
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:53pm

    That looks fake

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  • shakedowncrews
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:51pm

    it looked like she learned to kiss by watching her boston terrier like itself. epic FAIL. I guess they’ve not only never kissed…but have never watched a movie where experienced kissers show you how it’s done. ah, well, they’ll learn

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    • angelcat
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:55pm

      What if her Boston Terrier didn’t like itself and licked itself instead:)

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  • Dahart
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:45pm

    Too Much Info! Some things should not be shared the whole world.

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  • Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:41pm

    If any Christian couple choses to refrain from kissing until marriage, like being abstenant then no problems here; it is their choice to express their ideology as they wish, and if they feel that is for the best as they commense their lives as a couple, then let them alone.

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  • Locked
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:40pm

    “It is a common occurrence for Christians to hold off on sex until they are married.”
    (Raises an eyebrow)
    http://www.theblaze.com/stories/why-are-young-evangelicals-almost-just-as-sexually-active-as-non-believers/

    I know it was two months ago, but theblaze ran an article on how 80% of unmarried Evangelicals have had sex.

    A lot of lip service (innuendo not intended) is paid to abstinence, but it is very uncommon for Christians to wait until marriage to “do it.”

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    • encinom
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:00pm

      Agreed, it is that evangelical in especially preach a good game about waitng, but fail to heed their own advice (Knocked-up Palin anyone?)

       
    • Locked
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:02pm

      On a personal note, I do have one of my best friends in a similar position. He’s been dating a girl for two years, they’re both in their late 20s, and they’re both virgins (and religious Christians; my friend is Lutheran. Not sure what his girlfriend is, but I want to say Calvinist. Could be Baptist. Some young-earth denomination). If this becomes a show, I would love to see them on it.

      While it could definitely become an exploitation show, it would also be a good chance for them to explain the reasoning for their situation. While their religious beliefs are definitely a prime and vocal reason for their waiting, I think it also has to do a lot with their family life, personalities, and just the opportunity not presenting itself. It‘ll be interesting to see if they involve the views of their family and friends when it comes to discussing the couples’ reasons for waiting, and to see if they line up.

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    • TexasHunter
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:19pm

      ENCINOM- You have to be one of the biggest insecure males on this blog. All you can do is try to put in your useless two cent puns. Let me guess just the Palin is the only one in the world where a teenager has had sex with a proper raising as a family. Dude get a grip in life and on your true secrets inside your “closet”

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    • COFemale
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 4:25pm

      @Encinom: Just because you are Christian does not mean you are free from sin. We are all sinners, some worse than others. Some men are slick talkers and tell their girlfriend what they want to hear and make promises they have no intention to keep. My guess Levi Johnson only hooked up with Bristol to put a notch in his belt. He is a snake at every turn. It was not the first time a snake sweet talked a female.

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    • encinom
      Posted on November 29, 2011 at 7:40pm

      Of course you forget the irony of Knocked-up’s Mother Half Term preaching Abstinence only sex ed and her daughter being proof of the failure of it.

       
  • stoptheliesbho
    Posted on November 29, 2011 at 3:39pm

    uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh….more power to ‘em. that’s difficult and rare in this day & age.

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