"Amazing Race 7" March 1st - Page 4

bcdphie · #46 03-09-2005, 08:58 PM

Last night's episode was quite boring - I need a little drama. I really liked the hillbillies and was sad to see them go last week, but I am happy the 2 blondies are gone. The gay couple are starting to annoy me a little. My faves so far are the brothers and the mum & son. Rob and Amber aren't really bugging me that much.

GeoffZ · #47 03-10-2005, 02:28 AM

After last night, I hate Rob and Amber even more. I don't think he's entertaining. He's a sneaky bastard.

I could see the POW and the Beauty Queen breaking up.

Last night's episode did seem like it went by really fast.

Glad the Brothers made it in (just barely). They're so funny and cute. I couldn't tell the blonde girls apart and I didn't really care about them, so no loss about them going home.

MysticCat · #48 03-10-2005, 11:24 AM

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Originally posted by bcdphie
Rob and Amber aren't really bugging me that much.

Me either, and I couldn't care less that they (she really) already have a million dollars. This is a contest, not a needs-based scholarship. I like watching him be sly, although as I have said before I think he needs to be more careful about it. But he and Amber are good racers, and that's what it's all about.

ADPiShannan · #49 03-10-2005, 06:48 PM

totally agree Mystic. In fact, I love when they are sneaky. I mean if I was on there, Id be doing the same. I know everyone says people should be nice, but its a game and you are trying to win, man if I was trying for a million, Id do whatever I had to do so I could win it. Being sneaky gets you places, but they need to watch it as well. Too much of that people will figure it out and get right back at you. You need to figure out when its best to use it to your advantage. No offense, but I wouldnt offer to join any alliances or groups, I may pretend I was gonna help you just to advance myself further. I love seeing the sneaky stuff they do. Its too bad though everyone found out about the earlier bus ride. It would have been funny if they didnt. It was good to pay the driver not to opent he back door. I loved that lol.

#50 03-10-2005, 07:10 PM

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Originally posted by MysticCat81
Me either, and I couldn't care less that they (she really) already have a million dollars. This is a contest, not a needs-based scholarship. I like watching him be sly, although as I have said before I think he needs to be more careful about it. But he and Amber are good racers, and that's what it's all about.

Thank you. That's why I can't stand it when people say, "Why does she need another million dollars?"

Phil was interviewed once and he said that the couples chosen for the show are chosen based on their potential to strengthen/weaken their relationship, not how much they want the $1 million dollar prize.

That being said, I hope Rob and Amber win -- just because everyone else doesn't like them.

AGDee · #51 03-11-2005, 12:19 AM

You have to admit it, Sandy, we're biased because Amber is a sister. However... They are racing really well. They work together as a team, keep level heads, don't panic or yell at each other and therefore, are doing well. I heard Phil say in an interview before this season began that Rob and Amber worked very well as a team and I have to agree, from what we've seen so far. During the part last week when they had to carry baskets on their backs, Amber was telling Rob the easier way to do it, not just yelling at him for being slower or almost dropping it. She helped him do better.

If a couple was on there who were millionaires from something other than another reality show, would people be slamming them as much for being "money hungry"?

Dee

polarpi · #52 03-11-2005, 03:37 AM

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Originally posted by AGDee
However... They are racing really well. They work together as a team, keep level heads, don't panic or yell at each other and therefore, are doing well. I heard Phil say in an interview before this season began that Rob and Amber worked very well as a team and I have to agree, from what we've seen so far. During the part last week when they had to carry baskets on their backs, Amber was telling Rob the easier way to do it, not just yelling at him for being slower or almost dropping it. She helped him do better.

If a couple was on there who were millionaires from something other than another reality show, would people be slamming them as much for being "money hungry"?

Dee

I agree with all you wrote - I was one of those who (quietly) was mad that Rob and Amber were getting another chance at a million

but as it is right now, they are doing some smart moves (maybe not so smart that they're doing them *openly*, but at least they're doing what they can to get ahead)

I'd probably slam "the millionaires" on the show as well - I think a lot of those who watch the show watch it because they'd like to see themselves in the contestants' shoes (I know I would!), and may see Amber and Rob as being a team to get "more publicity" for themselves (not saying that that is the case, but maybe some people perceive it in that way). Personally, I'd prefer to see people I've never seen before, so even teams like the ex-POW/beauty queen are pushing it a little

#53 03-11-2005, 04:11 AM

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Originally posted by AGDee
You have to admit it, Sandy, we're biased because Amber is a sister. However... They are racing really well. They work together as a team, keep level heads, don't panic or yell at each other and therefore, are doing well. I heard Phil say in an interview before this season began that Rob and Amber worked very well as a team and I have to agree, from what we've seen so far. During the part last week when they had to carry baskets on their backs, Amber was telling Rob the easier way to do it, not just yelling at him for being slower or almost dropping it. She helped him do better.

If a couple was on there who were millionaires from something other than another reality show, would people be slamming them as much for being "money hungry"?

Dee

Me? Biased? Never!

I think a lot of this attitude against Rob and Amber has tons to do with a) the money they already banked and b) the fact that Rob is just a plain asshole. In a way I feel sorry for her because she's always making alliances with the most questionable people -- first Jerri, then Rob.

Still, she's become more assertive since her days in the Outback. I think so, anyway.

We've seen before with other pairs that it's super easy to lose your cool in the direst of situations. I wonder how she does it.

mu_agd · #54 03-11-2005, 09:02 AM

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Originally posted by MysticCat81
Me either, and I couldn't care less that they (she really) already have a million dollars. This is a contest, not a needs-based scholarship. I like watching him be sly, although as I have said before I think he needs to be more careful about it. But he and Amber are good racers, and that's what it's all about.

Those are pretty much my exact thoughts. Plus pretty much everyone else bores and annoys me and i want to fast forward through them. They at least make it semi-enjoyable for me.

valkyrie · #55 03-11-2005, 01:23 PM

I'd be annoyed by any really rich person on the show -- the same way I'm irritated by famous or semi-famous people on shows like the Bachelor. I just think shows like TAR should be for people who aren't already famous in some way or rich. If they were playing for charity I probably wouldn't feel the same way.

polarpi · #56 03-16-2005, 02:59 AM

I don't know how many of you saw the show, but I was laughing at "him" doing it again!

If you don't know which "him" I'm talking about, watch the show!

ms_gwyn · #57 03-16-2005, 03:02 AM

I'm not saying that I condone what he did, but I do admire him using the rules in order to play and stay in the game.

I just loved the conversatioin between the mother and son, of course if I did that my mother would have put me in the ground, not what he necessarily said but the look that went with it.....that would have gotten me killed.

I am starting to like the boyfriends

edited b/c I realized that I had some missing words

GeoffZ · #58 03-16-2005, 03:37 AM

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I just loved the conversatioin between the mother and son, of course if I did that my mother would have put in the ground, not what he necessarily but the look that went with it.....that would have gotten me killed.

He does talk back to his mom alot. I couldn't do that. But, then, I'd never run the race with my Mom in the first place. I thought it was sweet when she said that she wanted him to find a boyfriend. She's very accepting.

Yeah for the Boyfriends coming in first. As long as they, the Mom & Son, and Brothers are still in it, I'm fine.

#59 03-16-2005, 05:28 AM

4 pounds of beef is a LOT. I'm pretty sure I could have handled the ribs, sausages, and intestines. Cow's intestines are yummy, especially when fried. Even better when dipped in vinegar and chili sauce.

I'll pass on the kidneys though.

Rob's one smart cookie. They're still in the race and he didn't have to suffer through the major shits the other people probably suffered through.

vanda · #60 03-16-2005, 11:33 AM

I was ready to strangle the kid who's on there with his mom. There is no way in hell my mother would let me talk to her the way he did.

Rob & Amber I am so tired of Rob and his awful voice. I sometimes wish Phil would go "Rob, Amber you're the first to arrive. But because nearly all of America hates you, you have been eliminated. Thank you for playing, and try again".