Critics are calling MTV's new show "Jersey Shore" a train wreck. Mike, "Snooki," and Pauly D have come to "Extra" to defend their controversial show.

"You can't please everybody," Mike tells "Extra's" Jerry Penacoli.

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The roommates call themselves "guidos" and "guidettes" but don't think anyone should be offended by the terms. Snooki says, "It's a lifestyle. It's a compliment."