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To be fair, I know the men in the Dubai version seem pretty controlling by American standards, but I have to wonder how horrified they would think watching the latest American season, with awful Hannah and others so out there. Just saying, we have to be sensitive to cultural differences. I find the International versions interesting just for that reason.

That may be true in general, but when we saw her dancing (reunion clip?) she was pretty much covered head to foot. I think the problem was he wouldn't even allow a discussion, just 'i'm the man and what i say goes' kind of thing.

Episode was ok, saved by the guest stars. Found it stretched the credulity factor that absolutely every 'wellness' product and technique could lead to death, and only found on this cruise not after thousands of products have shipped. ok.

Argentina is interesting. The older (40s, hah!) couple, the guy seems super insecure, like he needs constant reinforcement. And his fiance is not looking for someone like that. Robert just seems a little off, seems like he would do better with a super simple girl, little effort required. For some reason Santiago gives me the creeps with Emily. But I find it much more interesting than last season of the US version, they seem to be really interesting in each other, more than just posing for the cameras.

No, I made a similar comment. I think the producers wanted to go for 'revenge dresses' for the ladies, but they really needed a stylist to help Alex see how it would look standing, walking and sitting. In general I find this show always cheapen the ladies' looks. Brittany with her bolt ons looked just as ridiculous.

First, as someone who has always struggled with their weight over the years, I proudly watch body positivity in the media. That being said, I also think it has to look good on you. I don't know how in the world Alex felt comfortable sitting there basically half naked. Standing was ok, but once she sat down it was ridiculous. And I could not for the life of me figure out what was going on with Katie's dress, the draping was so bizarre. Trivial stuff over, I will always believe Nick over Hannah. I know (and actively avoid) people like her who say 'I speak the truth' essentially saying it gives them a free pass to be as cruel and brutal as they want.

Marisa: adult ADHD is no joke, I recognized it in her before I heard her even say it. I think she would have been a lot better off with the Ukranian soldier, I really liked him a lot. Ramses is a waste of space, to pull that nonsense at the last minute.

So what do you think of the ending, looks like Remy is going to have an anuerysm or something, or was that just me?

I have no idea how Nick held on for so long. I didn't see any affection or even friendship in that relationship. She'd say terrible things then follow up with, 'but I know you will always love me' kind of comment. Not sure what to make of Alex and Tim, seems a LOT must have happened off camera for him to get to where he never wants to see her again. Not saying its all her fault, just no idea what the issues were. On the other hand, she seemed kinda checked out talking to his parents. If I were Ashley, I'd be looking for more detailed answers from Tyler before moving forward, unless he's deliberately vague on camera to protect the kids, which I can appreciate. Ramses and Marissa, not sure if they are going to make it to the I DOs. He seems to have issues coming up regarding their relationship which seem show stoppers. So I guess in the end we are rooting for the scientists? Works for me!

I don't remember his saying much at the restaurant, is there another brother?

Yeah, Hannah is a piece of work. I don't understand a 26 year old who knows so much she can 'school' Nick into being boyfriend/husband material. If I was him I'd bolt, if she doesn't like him that much now in the 'honeymoon' phase, what does he think is going to make it better? Couldn't stand Brittany but I have no idea why she said yes after all that manipulation. And I don't see what Leo loved about Hannah, she seems pretty clueless about everything.

I didn't get the mom's defense of her husband. if she knew he needed help the best place to get that is the hospital, not getting him released to endanger her kids again.

Sorry to be snarky right off the bat, but what the heck was the Star Trek uniform Hannah was wearing last night? Was it to show off her buff arms? Did not look particularly professional unless you were working in adverse conditions (guam with no ac for example)

I agree, I liked it too. My only issue is that this wasn't a 'desert' competition, I think they should require a baking element in each challenge, to even the playing field and keep it interesting.

I agree about Nathan's fair vote where he didn't bake, but to be fair, it wasn't a requirement, just to make a desert. That's the judge's fault. That being said, it must have tasted good for him to win, I don't think Felicia did herself any favors with the oreo entry, made no sense for the 'game'. But what an orange creamsicle taste had to do with a fish grab, you got me!