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Post by Navybelle on May 1, 2023 2:35:29 GMT
I just watched it last night, because after reading so much about it, I just didn't have the patience for it before now. And I have to agree that Vanessa (and Nick) were NOT good hosts. In fact, I wondered if she was drunk or on something? I know she's always extra emotive, but after watching her interview with Josh/Jackie then coming back to the "live" she was different, and just "off." Maybe they had a few cocktails while waiting for the technical problems to be fixed, and that made her have that edge we saw. She was just relentless to Paul. A lot of people were commenting how she should not have been going on and on about who's having a baby and when, since there could be many (private) reasons the couples would not be. Okay, and even though we clearly don't see EVERYTHING and they all had to reiterate that, I actually went back to watch earlier in the season to try and see that girl Marshall went on a date with (Kacia?) after the season. (She was very pretty btw.) I ended up rewatching the Kwame and Micah drama, and no matter what he says, he was NOT cooling off on her when she broke up with him, he was devastated because he had been ready to propose early to her! He did say in that episode how his best date so far was with Chelsea, so I do believe he liked her. But he was definitely mad for Micah. He did dodge a bullet, but he would've taken Micah at the drop of a hat, I'm convinced. Nothing from what he tried to say at the reunion convinced me that he and Chelsea were stronger than his desire for Micah. Nope. I also do not believe Jackie has changed one bit. Bully for her that she and Josh are living together and supposedly happy; she's still a defensive and aggressive mess. In the pods, after rewatching some of that, she was acting so sweet and nice. I'd have felt completely duped if I were Marshall. He is much, much, much better off without her. I love how Bliss loves Zack and all his quirks. That's so interesting, Critical, about their coincidences - WOW!! Irina is another hot mess. Well, maybe not so hot. Just messy, but at least she tried to say the right things and apologized to people, on and off camera. I'll give her credit for that much. She also wanted to leave the show immediately after seeing him (telling us that no, it was not because of looks!), but sidestepped the issue of the contract and/or producers who wouldn't let her leave. I read they'd have to pay $50,000 back to the show if they left early w/o permission, so she likely thought she had to go to Mexico and continue. Too bad she was so ugly and mean about it all though. So Micah and Paul tried to date for a bit after the failed wedding! That was interesting. She is just super immature, I feel, so maybe someday she'll see how this was not the best show to go on at this stage in her life. Love Island, maybe? She'd fit right in! Brett and Tiffany just seem so well matched. They're mature, respectful, and really seem to enjoy one another. I want that! ❤
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Post by MissGriss on May 12, 2023 16:46:56 GMT
I don’t have Netflix, so I haven’t watched this show, but I thought people might be interested to know that Reality Steve’s podcast this week is with Jeremy Hartwell and Nick Thompson from Season 2 of Love is Blind talking about behind the scenes stuff including inhumane working conditions that create a lot of physical and emotional stress. The clip I saw sounded pretty grim. I got the impression that this isn’t the only reality show where things are like that.
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Post by Critical on May 13, 2023 6:24:52 GMT
I don’t have Netflix, so I haven’t watched this show, but I thought people might be interested to know that Reality Steve’s podcast this week is with Jeremy Hartwell and Nick Thompson from Season 2 of Love is Blind talking about behind the scenes stuff including inhumane working conditions that create a lot of physical and emotional stress. The clip I saw sounded pretty grim. I got the impression that this isn’t the only reality show where things are like that. I just listened to it this afternoon and it was a good interview. What they do to those people is inexcusable. What they did to Danielle was horrifying. ALL reality series should provide access to therapists. The fact that Danielle was having a nervous breakdown in Mexico, asked for help and production did nothing is unacceptable. They should be offering mental health help to anyone who wants it AND marriage counseling to any of the couples who ask for it.
BTW, obviously, we know that Nick married Danielle on season 2, but Jeremy was one of the guys who got 5 minutes of screen time and was sent home. I don't think many viewers would recognize him, much less known him by name.
They did mention that they'd had participants from other reality shows reach out, so it's not just LiB and MAFS. One of the guys mentioned someone from a cooking show. From what I've heard, the contracts are fairly similar, as is the treatment of contestants on most reality shows.
Their foundation is called UCAN (unscripted cast advocacy network):
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Post by MissGriss on May 13, 2023 7:28:27 GMT
Another interesting podcast to watch (which also includes some discussion of these issues) is this episode of Dear Shandy, Sharleen Joynt's podcast on relationships that she does with her husband Andy. Their guest Dr. Honda is a therapist who does "therapist reacts" podcasts about Love is Blind. The Psychology Of Reality TV Dating W/ Dr. Kirk Honda Aka @psychologyinseattle - Ep 219- Dear Shandy
They talk about a lot of things, but he does mention the psychological mistreatment of participants and suggests many of the same solutions that Reality Steve's guests are advocating for.
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Post by lizard on Sept 24, 2023 5:16:35 GMT
I just started the new season. Lydia--Puerto Rican upset that Izzy is not interested in her. She needs to dust herself off. A good thing could be around the corner, not on the show.
Poetry people--He asked necessary questions. I think he needs to listen to her answer, not what he wants her answer to be.
Still on first episode now
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Post by Critical on Sept 27, 2023 2:40:17 GMT
I stayed up way too late to watch the first four episodes on Saturday. I thought Lydia was overly dramatic about Izzy, but she seemed okay when she settled on Milton and was being a good friend to Aaliyah. Then all the stuff with Uche came out and Lydia's looking pretty two-faced. WHY would they not tell Aaliyah that they dated? Also, it was more than just going out on a few dates, by the sound of it. Aaliyah should have been given that information early on so she could make her own decision about it. I don't know that it was a great look to just leave, but she did what she had to do. They didn't give her any special consideration, so I guess she doesn't owe them anything. I wasn't expecting to like Stacy, but I do. I especially appreciate that she kept her feelings and relationship with Izzy low-key with the other ladies, knowing that several others had feelings for him. I thought that was classy. I don't know that she and Izzy are a good match, but I like her. She reminds me, physically, of Amanda Schull, the actress/dancer. When I look at the contestant profiles, it's crazy how many we pretty much never see (beware, there are couples spoilers at the bottom of that article, after Uche's profile).
There's always someone on these shows that makes me think, "Did they not realize this was all being recorded?" This season, it's Johnie. She tells Chris one thing and Izzy another and thinks, a) they won't talk to each other and b) they won't roll the footage when needed. She came off as really desperate and indecisive and NOT ready for a serious relationship. That was high school girl behavior.
I wouldn't say I'm bored this season, but I don't think it's going to be as successful as last season and maybe ANY previous season. It feels like not as many matches are being made.
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Post by var1117 on Oct 4, 2023 17:52:38 GMT
I am disappointed in this season, and hope it tells TPTB that a reset is needed. I'm wondering if the Uche/Lyda thing was really a surprise to production. I don't think so. This began as an experiment that is worth doing. It has turned into just a drama filled mess. i had hopes for JP and Taylor, but out of the pods it sure went south. Milton and Lydia? In what world? I am hoping the differences between Izzy and Stacy can be worked out, I like them together. I thought the paper plate fight was stupid. She is Daddy's girl and that is a tough one. She has started to look really high maintenance. I hope it works out. Lydia needs professional help that she would let actually speak. The "spicy Puerto Rican" thing has been done before, and better. Johnie? I give Chris credit for giving her a chance. She also needs to talk to a professional about her issues. It's almost like she only knows how to date addicts. or wants to. Looking forward to the reunion show, oddly, to see where these folks are now. Not sure any will say I do.
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Post by var1117 on Oct 4, 2023 17:52:56 GMT
I am disappointed in this season, and hope it tells TPTB that a reset is needed. I'm wondering if the Uche/Lyda thing was really a surprise to production. I don't think so. This began as an experiment that is worth doing. It has turned into just a drama filled mess. i had hopes for JP and Taylor, but out of the pods it sure went south. Milton and Lydia? In what world? I am hoping the differences between Izzy and Stacy can be worked out, I like them together. I thought the paper plate fight was stupid. She is Daddy's girl and that is a tough one. She has started to look really high maintenance. I hope it works out. Lydia needs professional help that she would let actually speak. The "spicy Puerto Rican" thing has been done before, and better. Johnie? I give Chris credit for giving her a chance. She also needs to talk to a professional about her issues. It's almost like she only knows how to date addicts. or wants to. Looking forward to the reunion show, oddly, to see where these folks are now. Not sure any will say I do.
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Post by cablejockey on Oct 7, 2023 19:28:26 GMT
Izzy is creeping me out. He can't seem to stop talking about Johnee, he can't let what happened in the pods alone! Same with Urche, he has a need to tell everyone about Lydia!
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Post by Girly18 on Oct 13, 2023 13:17:36 GMT
Izzy is creeping me out. He can't seem to stop talking about Johnee, he can't let what happened in the pods alone! Same with Urche, he has a need to tell everyone about Lydia! I couldn't believe the way Izzy spoke to Johnie then his mean chick Stacy chiming in. Yuck. Izzy was obviously bitter. Even though he dumped Johnie a man's ego never lies. Urche, another ego that doesn't lie. That nasty side was always there. Always acted holier than thou when he is the one that was always the cheater and liar. Keeping his ex in the house secret. Nope!
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Post by Imperfect1 on Oct 16, 2023 1:14:32 GMT
Does anyone know whether there are any additional episodes AFTER the reunion? I always enjoy the follow-up episodes that take place way after the reunion.
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Post by Critical on Oct 16, 2023 5:38:04 GMT
Does anyone know whether there are any additional episodes AFTER the reunion? I always enjoy the follow-up episodes that take place way after the reunion. I enjoy them too, but I think it would be a snooze with this group. THat reunion was BO-RING.
I saw a meme that made me LOL. It was Taylor and the woman who got engaged to a guy named (I think) Carter - he's the big lumberjack-y looking guy. The girls are sitting side-by side, frowning and the text says something about wondering where your fiance was on January 6th
Taylor's way better off without creepy JP. What a jerk. She, OTOH, looked so great at the reunion. I hope she meets someone who's worthy of her.
I can't help wondering if the couples who got engaged that weren't shown on the season would have been more interesting than the ones they showed.
Totally shocked that Milton and Lydia are still going strong after 18 months. Good for them. Who knew he'd turn out to be the most mature of the guys, while being the youngest one.
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Post by Critical on Nov 21, 2023 16:35:50 GMT
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Post by rockytopchick on Nov 21, 2023 21:28:36 GMT
I really like Bliss and Zack. He was an idiot and did a stupid thing, but he made it right.
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Post by lizard on Feb 18, 2024 14:04:55 GMT
Laura and Jeremy--Weirdo and probably drunk Laura tells Jeremy to smack AD in the boob for a reaction. Drunk Jeremy tells AD. AD, Clay and the group have a discussion about it. Jeremy says he is offended by Laura and going home home.
Chelsea and Trevor--Chelsea in the pods told Trevor that she looks like Meagan Fox. The whole time she has her face in his looking for validation. At the group party, she accuses Trevor of flirting with AJ and continues with a miserable dialogue. Chelsea fibbing to win wasn't smart.
The other 3 couples--I like a lot; hope they stay together
The mother of 10 year old--is lucky to not have ended up with Trevor. Maybe mullet man would be a good match for her.
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Post by sunnydayz on Feb 18, 2024 18:15:51 GMT
Yeah Jessica dodged a bullet when Jimmy chose Chelsea instead. From his weird comments about noticing Chelsea’s large, square teeth (not her smile??), then he admits he really noticed her big boobs, to his comments about AD’s body and his flirting with AD. Ick. And Chelsea - seeking validation from Jimmy what seems like every single moment. He is not the right guy for you - let him go and be thankful. Some of these women seem so desperate. Maybe it’s just desperation to get proposed to so they can go on the trip and continue the journey I like AD and Clay, but he seems immature and not ready for a serious relationship, let alone marriage. I don’t see this lasting. Laura and Jeramey - Laura’s behavior at the all-couple party was something else. I liked her okay up until this point.
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Post by Critical on Feb 18, 2024 18:49:30 GMT
I don't know how I feel about this season yet. By the end of the first episode, I was already over Matthew. He claims on his sm that he didn't walk out on two women while they were talking - apparently, they cut off the mics after x-amount of time and that's why he says he left - but even without that, he still told two women the same thing. I'm glad that came out before either of the women got too far in with him. I wish we'd seen more of Amber. I really liked what little I saw of her. Poor Trevor. I hope they give him a second chance because I think he's a sweetheart. Chelsea is a fool for choosing Jimmy....and Jimmy should have picked Jessica. Still, Chelsea saying that she looks like Megan Fox? Oh, honey. No. She was so cringey during their first meeting and those slurping kisses? *barf* I still don't understand the big deal about Jimmy. Maybe he was more charming in the pods than what we saw. It definitely doesn't seem like there are any great couples yet. Maybe Johnny and Amy? I'm REALLY not down for the objectification of a Black woman the way they're doing with AD. Not cool. I really felt for her when people were being HORRIBLE to and about her and she just sort of laughed it off. That tells me that it happens all the time. I haven't figured out Jeramey, but I liked Laura until she got so weird about AD. I thought they were friends and there she goes with those microagressions. As with almost every other season, I feel like the women are much higher quality than the men. For a show called Love is Blind, these people sure came in caring A LOT about looks. Have they ever cast anyone who's objectively unattractive? Sure, everyone has different tastes, but they're all at least fairly attractive.
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Post by sunnydayz on Feb 22, 2024 2:27:43 GMT
Chelsea continues with her insecurities….you didn’t kiss me, you don’t love me, you saw Jess’ picture and now you think you made a mistake. Ugh. Jimmy is sooooo not the right person for her. Let him go!
I feel really bad for Kenneth and Brittany. I liked them both mostly and was hopeful they’d work out, but dang Kenneth, put the phone down. He had his face in it almost every time they showed him after he got it back. Then Brittany is crying at the break up and he’s staring at his phone. Can you at least put your phone down and give her a hug?? Then he finally gives her a hug like you’d hug your sibling and then walks off upstairs and answers a call from his friend. He seemed pretty cold from the time he got his phone onwards.
I like Amy and Johnny. Don’t know if they’ll work out with all the fear he has about having kids at the not exact perfect moment, but I hope they figure out. They seem to get along so well.
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Post by sunnydayz on Feb 22, 2024 2:30:19 GMT
Chelsea’s friends think she looks like Carrie Underwood in addition to looking like Megan Fox???!! You have got to be kidding me lol
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Post by Critical on Feb 22, 2024 21:11:40 GMT
Ohhh and Chelsea’s friends think she looks like Carrie Underwood in addition to looking like Megan Fox???!! You have got to be kidding me lol That felt like how your friends hype you up and blow smoke up your butt to make you feel good. She's not unattractive, by any means, but she's not close to either of those women looks-wise.
At this point, I have hope only for Johnny and Amy. Maybe Clay and AD. I was glad she finally took off those horrible eyelashes. She put them back on again, of course, but she looks so much better without them. I will never understand that trend.
I thought it was encouraging that Clay mentioned therapy. I hope he follows through with that. I sounds like he didn't have any good examples of strong, faithful couples growing up, what with his father cheating on his mom left and right. If they can get into therapy and work on things, maybe that relationship could work.
Really disappointed in Kenneth. Maybe he does use his phone for work stuff, but he had that phone in his face constantly. That's more than just normal usage, even if you really love your phone. I think he missed out a good thing. Hopefully, she can find a guy who will pay more attention to her and who isn't already in a committed relationship with his cell phone
I don't think we've had someone on this show who was quite that attached to their phone. I'm surprised it took this long, considering how many people are like that.
Just when it seemed like Jeramey and Laura were doing okay, but then it turns out that he stayed out all night, possibly with Sarah Ann? WTF? You knew something was up when he had his sunglasses on inside. He was clearly feeling guilty and trying to hide.
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Post by Critical on Feb 24, 2024 21:07:26 GMT
If anyone is interested in spoilers, apparently, a TikToker did a video giving the season end spoilers for all of the couples. Someone on Reddit summarized them. Not sure if they're accurate - I guess we'll see on Wednesday - but they sound like they could be.
Remember to use spoiler tags if you want to discuss those spoilers
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Post by sunnydayz on Mar 2, 2024 23:57:40 GMT
I haven't looked at any spoilers yet....but I am tempted!
I kind of love AD's mom. She pretty much gave Clay & AD their first therapy session lol. I loved her conversation with Clay and AD together, as well as, what she said just to AD. I have more hope for Clay & AD after these two most recent episodes.
Chelsea & Jimmy - they seem to have sorted a few things out, but I still don't see this ending in marriage - let alone lasting too much longer.
Amy & Johnny - they seem the most likely to actually say yes to each other.
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Post by lizard on Mar 14, 2024 23:32:58 GMT
REUNION
I could not watch the brown headed girl and Jeramy. I had to fast forward. Apparently Jeramy moved in with the brown headed girl so he would have a person to be with at the reunion. That will last five minutes more.
AD is right to stay away from Clay unless finding a husband is not on her agenda. She deserves more.
Mullet guy--I can now see why he was breaking out in hives all the time. He was worried about his lies catching up to him.
Oh well. It works for a few people. Too bad they cannot do a test to weed out the fame seekers.
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Post by JustJuls on Mar 14, 2024 23:40:13 GMT
Aww, I actually really like Clay and AD together I think he has shown a lot of growth and was honest to not marry her. He wasn't ready. But you can tell he respects her and cares for her.
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Post by Critical on Mar 15, 2024 3:17:38 GMT
Aww, I actually really like Clay and AD together I think he has shown a lot of growth and was honest to not marry her. He wasn't ready. But you can tell he respects her and cares for her. The fact that he's going to therapy is HUGE. I hope AD at least leaves that door open.
Clearly, Sarah Ann didn't come to make friends. She and Jeramey seem suuuper popular with the rest of the cast. At least they're saving two other perfectly nice people from a terrible relationship.
Boy, did Trevor turn out to be Prince UNcharming.
They didn't really ask Chelsea and Jimmy what their relationship status is, or maybe I missed it, but I did see a recent video online of them at a club looking very coupled up.
I really wish they offered counseling/therapy for all of the couples. It seems like at least some of the issues we see could be worked out with a therapist.
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Post by JustJuls on Mar 15, 2024 4:28:49 GMT
I feel like we didn't get to see enough of this season's "couples"...while I appreciated seeing all the couples of the past, I feel like that could have been a show of it's own. We didn't even get to hear from Britanny and Kenneth until the end. I gotta say I was kind of surprised at how close they have become...they seem like they are in a relationship I was really shocked about Trevor and really don't know what to make of it. I actually wanted Chelsea to pick him over Jimmy and Jimmy to pick Jessica. You're right, they didn't ask them their status...interesting to hear they looked coupled up, they seemed distant at the reunion. One reason I prefer Married at First Sight over Love is Blind IS the therapy they receive along the way. I completely agree with you that these couples would really benefit from it as well
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