Tonight Simon Cowell showed us what a con the X Factor is. The programme is no longer about discovering and developing genuine British talent - it is about making more money for Simon Cowell and his company. Clearly by keeping in John and Edward his show and the X Factor website will get more media coverage, which will convert to free publicity and better bargaining power for future shows and advertising revenue. I my friends and my family have discussed this and have decided not to take part in this con anymore - we will not watch the... read full review »