Yikes, the last shot of this episode was a creepy note on which to end the season. Not a terrific show, but strangely compelling. Curious to see where it goes from here, especially since the overall premise seems somewhat limited.
Not everything about this show is perfect or works, but I like how the details of Gabi being taken by Sir are finally being revealed in the leadup to the season finale.
"Are you okay? I don't know you, this could be your personality." Great line, and seems very applicable in real life.
That was a nice development to end on, but I can't help wondering how it will be walked back at the beginning of next season given how this storyline has had so many stops and starts. I hope I'm wrong and that it sticks this time.
I figured that this would be the result, but wish that the second half of the final matchup had been more exciting.
The strike definitely affected season 14's schedule and episode count, but surely Fox could have aired these most recent episodes closer together; only three episodes over a period of five months is pretty ridiculous.
An underwhelming finale for a disappointing season. And no final memory task, BOO! Hopefully next season is better cast and planned.
"WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS TO ME? I DON'T EVEN KNOW YOU!" A ridiculous mouthful, but very effective in this situation!
Part 1??! Why was the finale not aired in a two-hour block on one evening? There isn't even that much left in the competition to air.
Joe's facial reactions during all of the contestant drama were priceless!
I love that Tariq is playing the long game for making PTA profitable. He's come such a long way since his first appearances on this show!
This show needs to shit or get off the pot when it comes to Janine and Gregory getting together. This "will they or won't they" back and forth has become incredibly stale.
Although I'm all for new blood in this tournament, it's too bad that I don't like either of the two new contestants competing. Not only did they both win, but the games were dull runaways. Season 2 is not off to a great start.
What a crappy way to go out, but the eliminated team will certainly be invited back whenever they do another all-stars season. At least viewers got some interesting behind the scenes information.
It's always a good time when Conan goes traveling, and it's a special treat this time for us regular podcast listeners. Also, that introduction done by Werner Herzog? MAGNIFICENT.
Kind of ridiculous that the show brought a particular character back, especially considering the circumstances the last time we saw them. However, the scene featuring this individual was the definite highlight of this episode and entire subpar season, delightful and filled with great dialogue, so I can forgive it.
I don't know how much more of Vinny and Amber's arguing that I can stand.
Wow, I really did not like the way that Chris and Greg treated Kelly/Big Bird! Very typical teenage boy crap, but disappointing for these characters. I could see that ending twist coming a mile away.
What a disappointing waste of a promising storyline; it could have been an interesting way to widen the scope of the show and include the entire district as well as giving a character a new path to make an impact on Abbott.
Cheating already, in episode 2! BOO. If you're a good enough baker, you shouldn't have to modify the decoys to fool the judges.
Heidi's reactions to seeing Ryan and Mikey dolled up like Beavis and Butthead were hilarious! Often hosts and cast members breaking can be annoying, but Ryan was having the best time and his energy was infectious.
What a weirdly elaborate homage to The Cosby Show; 2008 was a very different time with regard to public opinion toward Bill Cosby. Also, the Say Anything boombox and "Audi 5000" references happened after 1986 and thus anachronistic inclusions here.
Is the race ever going to leave the Latin/South America area? A pretty dull route so far.
I'm really pleased with the winner, although both of the final two were worthy. Now begins the long wait until the next season or edition.
I hope this is the last time Ms. Morello appears on the show. Such a one-note character that has lost any appeal.
That footage of the very good dog riding down the escalator is a special gift that the extra 30 minutes gives us viewers.
HOLY CRAP THAT ENDING! SO MANY PLOT TWISTS!
I preferred the match used for this purpose in season one to this; the female competitors were at a serious disadvantage here.
What is up with the overuse of the snake rattle sound effect this season? It was used at least a dozen times in this episode alone and many times randomly for no particular reason.
Ed Alonzo! My eternal Saved By the Bell-loving heart enjoyed seeing Max in his full magical glory. And it's official: Alfred is my favorite. He is so delightfully weird and funny.
