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These Nigerians must just laugh and laugh all the way to the bank. What fools we must seem. If I remember correctly this latest catfish guy was supposedly in Greece? So why didn't she just book a flight to Greece? Not exactly a third world country. I've been there for a vacation. It's loaded with tourists. I honestly think deep down inside these people know the truth but are addicted to the 'love you, baby" texts just as a drug addict is addicted to drugs.

Paul may not watch the episodes, but Cody winning AFP surely must give him some inkling of how events were perceived by audiences. We expect lying, back stabbing, even nastiness. But this year's strategy seemed to be to designate the next victim and then en masse isolate and disengage from that person giving the victim no opportunity to socialize or negotiate. Any HG found talking to said victim (usually sniffed out by Xmas) would be loudly reprimanded and probably next on the block. Maybe this is clever strategy? .. I don't know? . It certainly wasn't much fun to watch as a viewer.

He was playing with showmances and sheep, tho. The smartest thing Paul did was to isolate sets of partners so they talked Game with no one but each other and HIM. (Sometimes the isolation was deliberately cruel and Xmas was only too keen to go along which makes her not very nice IMO)

Paul's face on seeing Josh's DR goodbye messages - the ONLY thing he couldn't control and didn't know anything about. It really was quite funny. Cameron (or whatever his name is) said it best - two many showmances right off the bat and no one really played the game from then on. I wonder what they think when they go home and watch the show (if they do?) Paul was quite condescending about most of them in his DR's. Anyway, after a lackluster and predictable summer, the finale was a total blast!

Paul's up against a herd of sheep he leads around by the nose, and STILL doesn't win. He forgot they get to jury house and compare notes, I guess. ? Tip for next year's HGs, bang pots and cry..??

That ^ was a very long time ago. He's lost quite a few brain cells since then apparently. But it remains that the bunker was introduced as this 'special' place but (thanks to wirters) has evolved into a regular ol' bunker where anyone & their aunt can now pop in for a visit. I hope S&D sleep with guns under their pillows. That bunker is no fortress. We still have the fun motels, tho.

Yes, that's right. I remember thinking at the time what a handy dandy thing it was. Humans can be sneaky. S&D need a trap for them too. One painted at the entrance would be fine. S&D would know where it was and avoid. But it remains that the revolving front door of the bunker needs to be addressed. It should be made magical again like it was at the beginning. And those scenes of Baby parked outside doesn't help. I often wished the bunker was similar to Magnus' abode which was invisible and the entrance a spell.

Didn't I see an episode that featured a sigil that traps humans? Dean got stuck in it, I think? Why not paint that at the front door?.... either that or open a Starbucks in the lobby to welcome all and sundry and make a buck. The writers or whoever rarely follow up on helpful gizmos or whatever from past episodes.... oh they did with the BMOL handcuffs. But that's all I can remember. The bunker is a joke IMO. I don't know why Abaddon was so keen to get in, there's not much there. Not even comfy chairs and a big screen TV. I was so happy to see the crazy western motel photos recently. So glad they still visit those crazy themed motels... I'd love it if Jerry Wynek did a panel at Vancon.

I felt bad for Julie having to try and make something of the predictable voting as they each went into the DR, when we all knew which way it was going to go because, well... Paul. I guess it's not fair to compare to Survivor where there is dialogue at tribal council and everything often flips on its head, but the predictable and unanimous BB voting this season was a yawn. Casting a strong experienced leader amid a bunch of gullible followers doesn't make for good viewing. If Cody had had a clue about playing a social game he could have added some much needed spice and challenge for Paul. As it was... Paul had free rein over these nitwits and his road to the half million was an easy one. Will they all realize what sheep they've been I wonder? It's still odd they (especially Xmas) seem under the impression they've been very clever and strategic.

I realize we're being manipulated by this show and that much of it is a set up for our viewing entertainment. But thank goodness naive Americans such as Cortney and Larry have a camera crew with them because I really think they'd be in serious trouble on their own - especially poor ol' Larry. And there really are gullible people like this travelling to lands unknown thinking it will all be puppies & rainbows. Even though this isn't exactly real - it might serve as a warning at least. And I have to admit I found it more entertaining than the Emmys as I switched back and forth. I'm pretty sure Myriam is pregnant. She's very attractive, but kept pulling that baggy sweater around her middle. Maybe that's the drama for future episodes. And that tiny apartment? No way, Jose or whatever your name is. The close proximity bathroom facilities alone would have me running for the nearest hotel.

Me neither. I do agree with posters that want less interference from TPTB and to let the game evolve more naturally, especially at the beginning when relationships are forming. I think ratings are good - but the show needs a shake up after all this time. How about for the first half of the season, men and women must live in separate halves of the House? I think Celebrity BB will just be so sad to watch. Desperate and forgotten "celebrities" vying for attention. Oh dear....

Singer was pretty bad on that convention stage. Saying 'it's just a show' and admitting they don't have a plan for the season at the start of the year. He was raked over the coals a bit by fans too. I can understand why the show runner doesn't get a panel at Vancouver Con.. Although I wish they would. Jensen once gave a pretty detailed account of the long twisted journey a script takes from the writer's ink drying to the words being said on TV. It sure is a complicated affair. So many implications and restrictions and things to take into consideration. It's easy to criticize but the showrunner has a lot on his/her plate. My favourite is Kripke. He came up with a brilliant concept - and cast two perfect actors. I wonder what he thinks of the show now? I enjoyed Sara because I'm shallow and soulless bare chests and hot lovemaking made a change. But then season 7 was so bleak ... My worst is Dabb. For me it's like - what is this?... and what have you done with the REAL Supernatural? I just think he's maybe trying too hard to knock socks off and forgetting about Sam & Dean, characterization, consequences and motives. They keep saying they're going small - but they never do.... I'd like the show to go full circle and end as it began with the boys saving people, hunting things... you know, the family business. Maybe Kripke would return to helm season 14 - probably the finale season. I'd like that.

My understanding is that - like me - Kevin is new to this Game. So he wouldn't be keeping track of days like the others. They need to re-vamp these contests to make them more challenging for the HGs and more interesting for viewers to watch.

I'd say Jared's got the best abs. Jensen's got those impressive arms and shoulders and is more of a V shape. Misha has a great body overall. I just wish he'd stand up straight - he tends to slouch. Jared's long and lean and can eat anything it seems. I get the impression Jensen's not so fortunate and has to watch what he eats or he will gain weight easily. It's hard to tell with Misha. I wish Jimmy had been wearing a leather jacket and a nice pair of fitted denim jeans when Castiel possessed him. I've hated that baggy trench coat outfit for years. Jensen's got the perfect legs to play cowboy. Funny thing - I've never noticed before, but loads of guys actually have bow legs. Doesn't seem to happen so often with women (thank goodness). Must be a male gene thing?

I have to kind of smile sometimes when our guys (J2 & Misha) are taller and stronger looking than their bodyguards. So Jensen's the front row nation rider? Lucky spinners in the back.

Are the HGs reminded which day # it is each day by production staff? Paul would know that this contest was coming up and probably wrote down and studied whatever happened on particular days. I mean, who would remember the day number unless you particularly took notice? This isn't a fair contest so near the end of the game, Kevin was destined to lose. Raven and Alex are too stupid for words. I can totally relate to Cody's frustration. Yes, he signed up to play - but not with a houseful of sheep, he wanted real contestants (like the rest of us) Paul will win. I hope Josh comes in second. I hope Kevin or Mike win AFP. I hope Xmas gets nothing. She is not nice.

I don't live in the US. But somehow your laws or legislation or whatever needs to be revised so that cults like this are not tax exempt. Thing is - it inevitably takes ages and ages for any law to change unfortunately. The Co$ can easily be defined as a cult and not a Church. It helps no one spiritually or physically. Quite the opposite in fact - it helps only itself. Once it's defined nothing more than a dangerous cult - then tax the hell out of them. I'm sure the government can direct the money to good use - maybe in the realm of mental health for instance.

How will these people feel when they come out of the house into the wide world and realize most everyone thinks they're a bunch of morons for not even contemplating voting out Paul. They all seem under some weird impression they've been extremely clever. Xmas especially seems very smug in her DR's - like we're all rooting for her and her BIG moves (as ordered by Paul). I wonder who Paul's planning on taking with him? What a different game it could have been had Paul been voted out when his protection ended.

I cannot possibly imagine the Archangel Michael being a brainless twit with Jensen at the helm. But, anyway, there's no point in arguing or speculating or whatever. It ain't gonna happen, is it? Dean didn't even get to swing the lance. It's just going to be as expected... Luci, Jack, super hunter Mom, wayward teens, Michael played by someone else, the AU and a bunch of MOTWs sprinkled along the way. The show is at 8pm instead of 9. I don't know if they were directed to downplay the complexity of plots and characters - it certainly seems like it to me. The BMOL was silly beyond belief. Convention fans seem to be younger & younger and ask about being dads and pranks - rarely about the show and screaming cos the boys are so gorgeous.

He's something new and fresh. We don't know what to expect. And if they gave it to Jensen he'd have a field day. It was too bad about Demon Dean, the storyline never got developed and he got stuck in a pub crawl during the summer of love with Crowley. But Demon Dean had so much potential. I watch those episodes over and over. Same thing with purgatory. All the excitement that summer at IMDb. And then it's all over within the first 2 minutes of the premiere. MOC Dean - well, it was like Dean with a bad hangover. Nothing much there. But Dean as Michael would have been something to look forward to. For me, anyway. And I think Jensen would welcome the challenge. https://www.pinterest.ca/pin/402368547928678653/

Yikes, acting is top notch IMO, especially compared to some other shows out there. Jeez... overacting 101. The characters Sam & Dean are two of the most fascinating on TV - again IMO. The ups and downs and waxes and wanes of their lives has been a fun ride. It's the writing, man. The writing..... they've got gold in their hands and they just sit there contemplating their navel. It's frustrating.

Thankfully the majority of us are fitted out with empathy and a conscience. The two main assets that are mostly responsible for the continuation of the human race. That these qualities can be beaten and brainwashed away by a cult is scary. Cults are scary. That innocent people can be imprisoned with all rights taken away is mind boggling. How is this helping the world? And how much has the Co$ donated to hurricane relief? I just can't picture wee Miscavige beating up Mike, tho. Mike's a big guy.

Sadly for me it's... apathy. There are other Fall shows I'm way more excited about (Lucifer for instance). I'll tune in to see Dean and Supernatural every week, but the thrill is slowly seeping from me. It's all gonna be the same apparently. I have zero complaints about acting and characterization, sets, lighting, directing, etc. But from the sounds of it... this season will be as predictable as season 12. The AU theme opens so many avenues for intrigue and suspenders. But they'll never go there. Never step off the well trodden path. Jensen would be soooo entertaining as Michael. I don't care if he's a bad boy and can't handle the guilt afterwards or whatever. Just shake things up. It's season 13 dammit!! And season 14 will probably be IT. This is not the time for same shit different day type of offerings... push the envelope.

If I was writing this series, I'd have different AU realms. That would open up so many possibilities and not restrict writers to that desolate landscape where Sam and Dean don't exist. Characters going through the rift are never 100% sure which world they'll encounter.

I'm not going into this season with any expectations, anticipation or excitement. That way my hopes and dreams are not dashed and trodden into the ground. My low bar is that Sam & Dean actually get to do something that makes sense at least once or twice this season. That's about all I'm hoping for