Elsewhere, I address how romance is defined in part by singleness. How a writer paints singleness indicates how the writer will resolve a relationship. Jane Austen's insightful approach to the single lifestyle tells readers, She is preparing singles for relationships where the self remains intact.
WKRP is remarkable since it amuses and attracts by presenting relationships with no requirement for consummation. The relationships tell us more about the characters.
Herb adores Jennifer. Johnny flirts with her. A tough cookie, she knows exactly what she wants in relationships and life. She stays single.
Andy protects Bailey. She has a crush on Johnny. They are all good friends.
Gentleman Venus Flytrap has a good relationship with many women, including Andy's sister.
Mother Carlson flirts with Andy, much to her amusement.
No relationship is presented as a given (except the Carlsons). Every relationship has potential. Over its sadly short run, WKRP managed to avoid the revolving-door plot. Relationship are about what they reveal, not where they end up.
