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The most energy she demonstrated was when talking with the football player. She's not married to Camille so I wonder just how invested she truly is in the restaurant (and she happily kicked him out when Gordon told her to). I couldn't figure out what she was doing with her mouth-it was always partially open in the shape of an 'o.' I don't have much hope for this restaurant in the long run.

Have seen most of those challenges in American Survivor, but not for a long time. They also use to have 'concentration,' Jeff tells a story and then they have to go into the jungle and answer questions, etc. There used to be a LOT more variety but staying in one place seems to limit some of their options for challenges.

Whenever Kevin delivers the truth to contestants, the others all jump in on him. However, I agree with him about the Hiccup product. Paper cups are biodegradable and if someone steps on one it will just crush under their feet. My first thought on this product was that people would step on them and would that lead to potential injuries. Then my thought was who was going to be responsible for picking up all the cups and getting them back to the woman (are shipping costs included in the price?)? And when the cups have to be replaced how biodegradable are they? She would have to have a lot of storage for the millions of cups needed to really be successful. Kevin spoke the truth IMO but nobody wanted to listen. The doll house woman was pretty clear-she thought she would be an instant millionaire and when that didn't happen and she realized how much work it was, she wanted out. I think far too many people think their idea is worth at least a million and they'll be on easy street. Nope, it's a lot of work and the investment made goes into the product not one's personal bank accounts (or at least it should go into the product).

I think Drew Barrymore is the weak spot on the panel. She over-reacts to everything, yells, and just isn't that funny. Some of the other celebrities were really good. There's a reason I don't watch her talk show... I think the show itself has potential. What I liked about the original show was that the celebrities were on for a week (weekday game show) so I could get to know some of them. On this show I would like to see more of those who were only on for one half-hour show. RIP Peter Marshall and Paul Lynde.

My issue with Kat Dennings is that it seems like she yells all of her lines (I felt the same on her previous show (two broke girls). I think it would be an improvement if she toned down some of her lines. Her 'freak out' at the bar seemed a bit much. I laughed a few times during the episode. I like the kids' characters. I had a good laugh when the boy thought Tim Allen could be 108 years old. I also liked seeing more of the workers at the car restoration garage.

I am very much hoping that she has a Machiavellian plan in store on how to gaslight and slowly make him think he's going mad in retaliation for his continual disrespect towards her. I would laugh with glee if she reversed the roles and seeks her revenge all the while acting all innocent...'I didn't say that; are you sure you put your phone there? no, I didn't put anything in your drink...'

Maybe her motivation for being on the show is more of a 'I want to be Instagram famous.' If so, her total rejection of David seems more like it would hurt her rather than help her. It fits with the little 'let's restyle David' segment and her working with a stylist to build her credentials.

That was it? Seriously. That was it? Gordon, listen, all respect to you, but that was NOT the Gordon cooks demonstration I was expecting. 10% salmon? Show us the filleting. 90% lobster? Show us the process. Show us how you actually make the beurre Blanc. Gordon, you know showing us your made skills is an essential reason why we (well, at least GHScorpiosRules and me...) watch. Was surprised that Brandon went home. However, he found himself in the woods and didn't know how to get out of them. Several chefs asked if he needed help and he told all of them no. I agree with others that the meat station has the most pressure, but he could have delegated to those who worked the apps and had finished. I'm glad that it seemed the chefs had a good time with the comedians. What I really noticed though? The three chefs to had to clean both kitchens did not complain while those who had to bake two dozen cupcakes a couple of episodes ago did nothing but complain (especially Whit). That tells me a lot about the various chefs.

I was totally put off by the forced fighting and then the medical exiting of three participants (most of whom had very little screen time before their exits). I don't understand why they would put such a brutal activity in the show at this point. Not sure if I will keep watching as I felt the fighting was a bit too much for the show. It's also a bit disappointing to me how much air time/confessions the two football players get compared to everyone else.

Overall, I enjoyed this episode a lot. Unlike others, I did not see the mayor being the 'big bad' but once it was revealed I really liked it. Will's back! Yes, he looked great as his rugged self, but that's when he was hiding himself in plain site. I'm with Betty-Will is at his best with his regiment and three piece suit. I also noticed that he's back in his house and with Betty (so Nico has relented a bit). However, what I didn't appreciate was the fact that the bad guys didn't even check Sunny for a phone or anything. There's no way she should have been able to have that Gameboy/tablet with her in the safe house. I also didn't appreciate that it seems like there was a chance Angie could be reinstated (after only 6 months). IMO there's no way she should ever get back on the force. She could be a private investigator/consultant/executive protection, etc. But, NEVER on the force again. Also, Gina Rodriguez never looked like she took anything seriously. She always seemed to have a smirk/half-smile as if nothing mattered and this wasn't a serious issue. Didn't fit the tone of the episode. But, I did like the scene when they were talking about their pets. Like this new version of Ormwood and never thought I would say that. So glad this show is back.

Madison's background story seemed a bit self-serving to me in that she used it to justify why Allen's drinking and driving made her uncomfortable but she doesn't address how much she likes to drink and that she even went out to drink with her friends the day they returned from the honeymoon. If drinking is a 'trigger' then she needs to also look at herself. Is the difference for her that Allen drove after going to the bar? I think I expect more consistency about how drinking impacts her when she has told us, and demonstrated to us, how much she likes to go out and drink. I feel bad for her that her mother drank and they had issues because of it, but is she using it to justify that she doesn't really like Allen?

In all my years of watching this show and commenting on it, I have never stated anything similar to what I'm going to say now: I actually think the 'experts' gave some good advice this episode. I know, right? I can't believe it either! However (see, you knew there would be some kind of disclaimer) I think they should have just ended some of these marriages during the episode. I think Madison would look so much better without the extensions. Her real hair/length is very obvious so it just makes the extensions stand out even more to me. I think she was surprised that Allen isn't buying her act any more (I.e. he's the one who has to change everything and even then she won't give him the time of day). David may not have any savings, but I would love to hear if Michelle does. So, she has a stylist (who is also her 'friend')? That costs money. She may not actually be much better off than David (spends on her apartment, clothes, etc.).

I think that Parvati was shocked that the team eliminated Sydnee as Parvati had been pushing for Rock (?) to go in order to ensure that Sydnee would continue to bring chaos. I'm so glad they didn't fall for Parvati's plan as Parvati (just like Rob last season) will do best for HER game even though she promises it's best for OUR game. So glad Sydnee is out. I know they're only there for less than two weeks, but it would have been really hard to deal with her chaos on a daily basis. I guess she learned that she wasn't running the game after all. It will be interesting to see what Dr. Will brings to the game.

Is it too much to prayandpray hope that we first get Gordon to do a demo????????? Whaaaat???? I tried to quote both of your posts because of the deep insight and importance of your statements, but the formatting didn't work. In other words, YES-a thousand, million times YES!!! We have waited far too long to see Gordon demonstrate his skills and food. What's the point of any of his shows if we don't get to see him cook? Or filet a fish? And, yes, I have started watching Kitchen Nightmares....it's a Gordon show so of course I'm watching!!! Oh, back to this show-I'm hoping the comedians are at least...funny. Far too often I find comedians annoying rather than funny so here's hoping Gordon knows funny comedians. Only speculation, but I think Whit will get totally frustrated, Kyle will 'compete' with the comedian to see who is funnier (more likely, who is more cringeworthy), Brandon will speak down to his comedian, Hannah will try to perfect the comedian's skill, and Egypt will just roll with it.

Just watched the Stuttgart episode. So, she rejected option 1 because her drunk friends might fall down the open area (but they would have to get over landscaping (mulch and plants) before doing so (and she could put temporary low fencing around that area) but she was a-okay with having her drunk friends navigate stairs without a handrail to get up/down to her second floor apartment? Alrighty then...