Reality Roundup

[SusieP.]

Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

Overhaullin' is good, where they "steal" people's cars, lead them on for a week to make them think their car (it's usually a classic car that the owner loves, but neglects) has been stripped, and then completely trick out the car. I love it because the lead design guy, Chip Foose, does awesome work. They don't go outrageous with the cars (a-la Pimp My Ride). Foose is all about the classic hot-rod look. His cars always turn out undeniably eye-catching, yet completely tasteful.

A guy I work with had his car Overhauled! Of course right now I can't remember what kind of car it was....but it was the guy who had twins and they put in car seats that matched the inside leather seats. It was really nice. Of course, he doesn't drive it to work, it's in a garage somewhere, so I haven't seen it IRL.

I have to check out the demolition derby show- that sounds ridiculous. I'm all about the ridiculous!

[Prudence]

Normally, while I enjoy me some good reality teevee, I don't get personally invested. That's WHY I like reality teevee -- I don't have the time or energy to deal with plot and character development right now.

But damn that Bo. Damn him. I am not supposed to care about American Idol contestants. It's a stupid talent show where the grand prize is recording some schlocky pop CD that no one buys, right before the winner slips back into oblivion.

But Bo -- he can rock, he loves his grandma, he has just a hint of bad boy past, and dammit, he makes me swoon.

Which is a definite problem when I'm on the treadmill, which is where I usually am when I'm watching AI.

And in other reality news -- Uchenna and Joyce won, which should come as no surprise given that betting was cut off ages ago due to a sudden spike for them. Kelly's final speech was about the only intelligent thing she said the whole show.

Meanwhile, we're down to the two women on the apprentice. Predictions?

[Sheila]

Originally Posted by Prudence

But damn that Bo. Damn him. I am not supposed to care about American Idol contestants. It's a stupid talent show where the grand prize is recording some schlocky pop CD that no one buys, right before the winner slips back into oblivion.

Along with Bo, I luvs me some Baby V, too. I think she's a cutie. Although I like country and I think Carrie has a good voice, she just doesn't really do anything for me. This and last year's AI hasn't really had me as interested as the first two years. Kelly Clarkson continues to do really well in her career, and Clay and Ruben seem to be hanging in there pretty darn well record sales-wise. But Fantasia? Meh.

Originally Posted by Prudence

And in other reality news -- Uchenna and Joyce won, which should come as no surprise given that betting was cut off ages ago due to a sudden spike for them. Kelly's final speech was about the only intelligent thing she said the whole show.

Yay for U&J! So happy they won and so happy Rob & Amber lost. I about PIMP during the last 15 minutes of the show!

However, I personally feel Ron was far more detestable than Kelly. He treated her very badly. I have no idea why she'd ever want to marry him. Plus why would he reject her so forcefully when they're only 48 hours or so from the finish line? Couldn't he just wait a few more days? So...I guess this means they won't be sharing their Travelocity $20,000 prize on the same trip, eh?

Originally Posted by Prudence

Meanwhile, we're down to the two women on the apprentice. Predictions?

I kind of think Tana is going to take it. But Kendra is an up and comer -- I think the only thing that may cause Kendra to lose is that Trump may feel he can't mold her to be less aggressive. Hopefully, they will not humiliate the runner-up like last's year snarkfest between Kelly and Jenn.

And on America's Next Top Model, looks like our Final 2 will be Kahlen and Naima. Can't see Keenyah winning with her really bad attitude. At least, I hope not!

[Prudence]

Bo is wearing leather pants. I feel faint. Pardon me whilst I swoon.

[MerryPrankster]

I never posted on this thread, but I did confess elsewhere to watching America's Next Top Model. Who else watched "cycle 4"? I have to admit that I was never too crazy about Naima. I wanted Kahlen to win. I thought she did a great job on the runway in the final episode. I love reading the ANTM message board at Television Without Pity -- hilarious stuff! They call Tyra, TYrant and worse - Ha!

[Mousey Girl]

I would have loved to see Kahlen win. I really liked her personality. I had a gut feeling from day one Naima would get it. She seemed to be the most different in her looks. I could not believe how far Keenyah got. I could never figure out what the judges saw in her. At least Brittany had a personality and wasn't totally self absorbed (ok, she was self absorved, but not to the extent that Keenyah is).

I wonder what these girls thought when they saw themselves on TV. ..

[Prudence]

You can't prove I watched it! You have no evidence! Quick, let me hide this tape I used to tape the finally while I was out of town...

[Kevy Baby]

Originally Posted by Sheila

My favorite of the whole series had to be Manor House, though. I'm so glad I live during a time when classism is not quite as rampant as it was in the 19th century. And I love my indoor plumbing, vacuum cleaner and car!

(Sorry; I missed this thread the first go-around.)

Manor House was oddly compelling. The family and most of the servants actually tried to give it an honest go of things. Made me really appreciate what we've got today.

About the only "Reality" shows I am into are Monster House and Monster Garage (MG is best when the crew fails!) and Queer Eye.

[MerryPrankster]

Originally Posted by Mousey Girl

I wonder what these girls thought when they saw themselves on TV. ..

Gawd...I don't know what these people think after they see themselves on the reality shows. Utter embarassment I would think, but probably not. Of course, the editing always tells a different story. There are plenty of moments in my life that I would be mortified if they were to be caught on film.

I liked Brittany too. Keenyah -- oh lordy, her head was swelling along with her tummy.

Naima's CG add is in this week's Us Weekly. Ugh!

[Prudence]

Word is Janice is out, and Twiggy is in for the next round.

Not that I'd be paying attention or anything.