We're down to the final stretch for this season of The Real World: Austin, and thankfully, this week's episode had a nice variety of typical Real World staples: drunkenness, fighting, silly deadlines, and of course, dumb outfits. Plus, let's not forget that new tradition started by San Diego's Robin (and perpetuated by that season's Brad, as well as this season's Johanna and now Nehemiah): jail! Man, if bailing these kids out of prison becomes as old-hat as inter-cast romances (also a one-time rarity), then Bunim/Murray is going to have quite the legal bill mounting up.
And speaking of the clink, this episode began with the ominous sight of police flashers coloring the Austin cityscape. Let's not forget, mind you, that when we left off last week, future Academy Award honoree Nehemiah had been thrown in the clink for some unknown reason. What, prey tell, had the Austin PD caught him doing? Another dreaded floral burglary? Or had Neh simply absconded with a mundane potted plant. Perhaps he'd sheared off a healthy and unlawful portion of a hedge. The possibilities were endless!
Well, Wes tried to accept Nehemiah's collect-call from prison, but wouldn't you know it? They got disconnected before they could even talk. Damn phone! Or perhaps I should say, "Damn highly visible Vonage-sponsored phone!" Anyway, Wes was able to find out some info, and explained to us, "I'm thinking that Nehemiah didn't just steal a rose like Johanna did." He's right. It could have been a tulip. Or a daffodil.
Oh but I kid! (Flower comedy is always a sure-thing.) Whatever it was that Nehemiah had done, it was serious, and so Danny headed down to the Travis County Jail to see what he and his short brimmed cap could do. Turns out he couldn't really do anything, but at least he didn't show up piss-drunk like the time he went to rescue "Joey" from "the slammah!" The next day, Danny returned from jail (did he get lost?) and announced that it would cost $5,000 to bail Nehemiah out. How will they get him out??? I wonder if there's some profitable cable network out there with deep pockets. Maybe they could help out. Nah...
As the roommies reeled from this news, Rachel then noted, "I kind of hate to bring it up, but, um, we kind of have a premiere in less than a week." She then added, "And this may be bad timing too, but, um, I kind of got melted cotton candy ice cream on the Avid. It's broken now. Sorry."
Okay, Rachel didn't actually spill any nasty Priority Mail ice cream on the editing system, but she did raise an important point: Nehemiah was the go-to man for this doc, and with him in jail, the roomies were screwed. Tragedy hits the Austin Film Society!!!
Well, there was only one thing to do: get Nehemiah out of jail. After realizing that rolling doubles wasn't going to do the trick, Danny came up with the idea of using his Get Out Of Jail Free card -- a.k.a. the producers. Yes, he was hoping that "production" would front him some money to save Nehemiah's ass (literally, his ass), and while we waited to hear whether or not this would happen, our newest detainee called up. Now the moment of truth. What had Neh-Neh done? "Got into a fight, dude. They tried to fight me, but then they took me in," Nehemiah said. A fight? That's so... average. C'mon, this is The Real World! It's got to be either really exciting or really dumb. Were any skulls broken? What about flowers? Was there any sort of improper trellis use?
We didn't get much more information with this phone call, but the good news for Nehemiah was that production was going to bail him out and deduct the expenses from his paycheck. "It really sucks because this happened to Nehemiah, especially because he's so broke," Johanna said. Suddenly, Danny piped up with a surly, "You know what? He has a really hot head, and he knows about it." Whoa! Impressive use of logic. Granted, Danny would be the first one asking for pity had the same thing happened to him, but nevertheless, his sudden interest in concept of "responsibility" was mildly refreshing.
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Comments (40)
I'm just excited for next week. Looks like its going to be more drama than all the episodes combined.
On the other hand... probably not. They always make it look better than it ends up being.
1 of 40 | Posted by Michele | Posted on November 19, 2005 5:46 PM
"Steckliosis."
Haaaa Haaaa. Love it.
2 of 40 | Posted by Gillian | Posted on November 19, 2005 5:57 PM
Nice recap. You're right about the characters. I may not watch another Real World due to the lack of depth of any of the people on the show.
3 of 40 | Posted by The Svan | Posted on November 19, 2005 6:31 PM
This cast proves that Real World has jumped the shark.
Put it to bed Bunim/Murray.
Pay some REAL money to the veterans (RR/RW 1,2,3,4, and maybe 5) that we all want to see again, throw in a few sluts like Tina, Veronica, and Tonya for some drama, and put them on the gauntlet/battle of sexes. Reading this recap, I'm glad I don't watch this season of incredible losers.
4 of 40 | Posted by The Real World- San Quentin | Posted on November 19, 2005 6:34 PM
I am excited for next week's episode as well. This is the 3rd season of Real World that I have missed many episodes of and I didn't really care that I missed them. I would say that Austin is just as boring as Philly and France. I love this site because I can read the recaps, find out what happened and not have to actually watch the show. Thank you TVgasm!!!
5 of 40 | Posted by Missing Old School Real Worlds.. | Posted on November 19, 2005 6:36 PM
Oh, did anyone actually download the doc? What did you think of it?
The Svan didn't cause the Svan is lazy.
6 of 40 | Posted by The Svan | Posted on November 19, 2005 6:40 PM
Yes, it's OVER next week! Next season better be great! I'm tired of looking at Nehemiah's big ole forehead. He needs to cover that thing back up!
7 of 40 | Posted by Where's The REAL Real World? | Posted on November 19, 2005 7:25 PM
I went to high school with Wes, and yes he really is that stupid
8 of 40 | Posted by tommy | Posted on November 20, 2005 1:03 AM
Lol Tommy. For some reason, I believe you.
Their getups were not funny, I dont even think Stek really laughed at all.
This season had a lot of drama but it was mostly immature drama and not even that interesting. Of course, there's going to be a fight during the last episode.
There are always some bad seasons so I have not yet given up hope for the real world. I will always love it, of course until it sucks.
9 of 40 | Posted by Alikat | Posted on November 21, 2005 6:48 AM
"That's because people don't have sympathy for horticultural theft, bitch." - LMAO
I am so glad this season is over. HATE this cast.
10 of 40 | Posted by Andy | Posted on November 21, 2005 6:57 AM
After watching the scenes for next week it is clear that Neh and Wess need to be sent to anger management and jail!!! What the hell could make then so mad at Rachel to scream in her face like that!!! And then Neh pulled Mel out of the way like that. Why wouldent the producers or the camera people step in that looks like a scary situation. It's the last show so the threat of being sent home dose not exist!! Neh and Wess are assholes!! I hope to never see either of them on any futue shows!!
11 of 40 | Posted by sara | Posted on November 21, 2005 7:21 AM
I can not wait for the gauntlet. RW sucks. I think they should do a better casting job. But thats just me! Good job Bside.
12 of 40 | Posted by britt | Posted on November 21, 2005 7:41 AM
I can not wait for the gauntlet. RW sucks. I think they should do a better casting job. But thats just me! Good job Bside.
13 of 40 | Posted by britt | Posted on November 21, 2005 7:41 AM
hey, i've got some news for you. Danny used to hang out with my group of friends (i fucking HATED him, but of course all my girlfriends loved him) and I love how you always rag tirelessly on him. but anyways, he just got back recently from filming "the inferno" and HE WAS THE FIRST PERSON VOTED OFF!!! I know that won't be aired for a long time, but i personally can't wait to watch.
14 of 40 | Posted by mishy | Posted on November 21, 2005 8:16 AM
can't wait for the big fight tomorrow night.. it looks RIDICULOUS. did you all catch the like bloody murder scream at the end of the commercial? i think someone seriously died right then.
15 of 40 | Posted by stuff | Posted on November 21, 2005 8:40 AM
I think thye're doing the "gauntlet" this year..not "inferno".
16 of 40 | Posted by me | Posted on November 21, 2005 9:32 AM
This season sucked just like last season. I couldn't care less what these people are up to once the show is done. They need to revamp the whole show, find a new formula, or whatever it is they do because it is not working. Bring on the Gauntlet, lets get some interesting "drama" going. I hope Rachel kicks Wes and Nehemiah's ass and sends them home crying.
17 of 40 | Posted by aoc | Posted on November 21, 2005 9:39 AM
ugh, their lack of professional responsibilty vis a vis the dumb & dumber suits really irked me for some reason!
oh how i yearn for the days of chicago real world where tanya cried about kidney stones and kyle was all up on kerri and then dismissive of her the next morning.
you know, the real world should re-invent itself as the real world-ADULT where they have 7 people (25-33 years old) already with jobs in manhattan--put them all in the same house and let them go at it. i mean i can only imagine having to deal with six other roomies while working 12hr days at a stressful job and coming home to all of THEM. at the same time though, it would allow for an exploration into each person and how they cope in the actual real world.
18 of 40 | Posted by jash | Posted on November 21, 2005 9:55 AM
ugh, their lack of professional responsibilty vis a vis the dumb & dumber suits really irked me for some reason!
oh how i yearn for the days of chicago real world where tanya cried about kidney stones and kyle was all up on kerri and then dismissive of her the next morning.
you know, the real world should re-invent itself as the real world-ADULT where they have 7 people (25-33 years old) already with jobs in manhattan--put them all in the same house and let them go at it. i mean i can only imagine having to deal with six other roomies while working 12hr days at a stressful job and coming home to all of THEM. at the same time though, it would allow for an exploration into each person and how they cope in the actual real world.
19 of 40 | Posted by jash | Posted on November 21, 2005 10:03 AM
hehehehe... you said "penal"... hehehe
20 of 40 | Posted by America's Next Top Fan | Posted on November 21, 2005 10:13 AM
You know I feel sorry for Rachel. Everyone picks on her. She talked so much about the Army and how she can kick peoples' asses. Well, why doesn't she? If a man would've slapped me, it would have been on!! Someone would have to call the paramedics because one of us would need it. I'm just mad because she just lets people talk to her like that. Granted she is lacking self confidence, but still Wes and Nehiamiah talk about how they have so much game and they act like they know everything about life. It's funny because this whole season showed them being the two biggest idiots. I wish there was a way we could contact the producers and fans could send them their feed back at the end of each season. It might help them to better prepare for the next cast. These kids all act like they know better then each other, they are all hypocrits and if any of them were my kids, I would dis own them and deny I ever had birth to such morons.
21 of 40 | Posted by Veronica | Posted on November 21, 2005 11:30 AM
I agree Jash! That would be a great "real" world. For once it would be real.
I think my favorite was Chicago--im beginning to think it will never be the same again...sigh...
22 of 40 | Posted by Alikat | Posted on November 21, 2005 11:46 AM
This season was the WORST. I don't think I;ll ever watch another season of Real World. All of the characters were either boring, vapid, or stupid. I'd rather watch the challenges. That's why I'm excited for The Gauntlet. To finally see some real drama.
23 of 40 | Posted by Anonymous | Posted on November 21, 2005 12:34 PM
How sad is it that this show is over, we have wasted so much time watching and/or reading recaps, and this is really the worst season ever. I mean in Philly, at least you had some depth in the characters: Karamo struggling to be a hip-hop-homo, Sarah and her eating disorder as well as her dynamivc with her mother. That was all interesting compared to this season. And this one started off so well. There was so much ground to mine with Danny and his mom dying, it just ended badly.
Worst cast. Worst trip. No drama. No compelling hook-ups. Just terrible.
24 of 40 | Posted by Mullethead | Posted on November 21, 2005 1:45 PM
rad recap. cannot WAIT for the huge nehamiah vs rachael showdown on tuesday!
25 of 40 | Posted by Jen | Posted on November 21, 2005 1:54 PM
I swear, I really hope Neh and Wes stomp mudholes in the camoflauged cunt Rachel's ass next week. Give her the beating she was spared of at bootcamp.
26 of 40 | Posted by bacardi | Posted on November 21, 2005 3:22 PM
RW is definitely a dead horse that the MTV exec's should quit beating and just retire. It would have been nice had they ended with the RW NY. Ten years and taken full circle. France, Philly and Austin sucked.
27 of 40 | Posted by La_Land | Posted on November 21, 2005 4:35 PM
No way, if they touch Rachel that just proves how much of a douchebag each of them are!!! Seriously, I can't stand looking at the incredible ugly faces of Wes and Neh anymore!!! AHHH... someone put a paper bag over each of their hidious heads!!!
28 of 40 | Posted by Mandy | Posted on November 21, 2005 8:19 PM
Remember New Orleans, when they had depth and interesting things to say? Man, casting has taken a dive in the last few RW series.
29 of 40 | Posted by lucy | Posted on November 22, 2005 12:46 AM
Dont forget tho- San Diego was really good and that was only a few seasons ago. I agree- Paris- Boring, Philly- Um worst, Austin- why dont we cast a bunch of idiots who drink 24 hrs a day at the same boring bar and think their lives mean something. honestly- I dont care about any one of these characters. The only one who is interesting is Lacy and she is an awful gossip with no life and was casted to be like Frankie from San Diego- but she's not a cutter so I dont think its working. And stop casting people with boyfriends etc. I want a new real world with Veronica, Tonya, Irene, Coral, Katie, Julie, The Miz, Puck,Steven Hill, Eric, and Brad.
Thank god for the gauntlet 2 - and also for post #14 - Danny isnt even on the gauntlet and what inferno??? PS did anyone see the preview special last night- BEST
30 of 40 | Posted by britt | Posted on November 22, 2005 8:32 AM
Dont forget tho- San Diego was really good and that was only a few seasons ago. I agree- Paris- Boring, Philly- Um worst, Austin- why dont we cast a bunch of idiots who drink 24 hrs a day at the same boring bar and think their lives mean something. honestly- I dont care about any one of these characters. The only one who is interesting is Lacy and she is an awful gossip with no life and was casted to be like Frankie from San Diego- but she's not a cutter so I dont think its working. And stop casting people with boyfriends etc. I want a new real world with Veronica, Tonya, Irene, Coral, Katie, Julie, The Miz, Puck,Steven Hill, Eric, and Brad.
Thank god for the gauntlet 2 - and also for post #14 - Danny isnt even on the gauntlet and what inferno??? PS did anyone see the preview special last night- BEST
31 of 40 | Posted by Tbone | Posted on November 22, 2005 8:34 AM
At first I was a little disconcerted with the tone of seriousness while discussing the lack of depth in characters, but it was really good insight. This show used to be about people and what they were doing with themselves peppered with their idiocy and stupid behavior. Now it's just stupid behavior and Mel's chest (thank God).
Danny looked like he was attending a varsity dinner, that's hilarious!
32 of 40 | Posted by arnold_drummond | Posted on November 22, 2005 12:53 PM
I'm praying the next 15 challenges don't feature these clowns. Does anyone read the ESPN's Sports Guy's (Bill Simmons) columns? He is a Real World/Challenges fan and wrote the most hilarious column on the challenges about a year ago. I think you many have to pay for it now but I will try and find a copy and post a link...
I still think Hawaii, Boston, and Miami (remember the fight between Dan and Melissa? Classic!) were the best seasons although no Real World moment will ever compare to David singing "come on be my baby tonight" on New Orleans.
"I'm sure there was no intended subtext to it, but seeing Wes retreat into the closet felt oddly appropriate and symbolic."
B-Side: truer words were never spoken.
PS- Wes looks like a penis.
33 of 40 | Posted by President of anti-Wes fan club | Posted on November 22, 2005 1:10 PM
What is wrong with these people, they are so extremely lazy. Why 6 of them have to rely on 1 person to do the job is beyond me. Danny is an embarassment to Boston. Quit drinking and screwing around with Beavis (melinda) and do some work your damn self.
34 of 40 | Posted by meg | Posted on November 22, 2005 6:38 PM
Ok, after seeing the season finale...I hate Wes and Nehaimiah even more. They are both immature a$$holes! I never liked rachel but she didn't deserve that. THey both need to get some class quick.
I cant wait until the reunion. Everyone gets called out on their shit. Im wondering why Nehamiah said that Danny thinks he's ben affleck all of a sudden?
35 of 40 | Posted by Alikat | Posted on November 23, 2005 6:19 AM
Probably because even though Danny is an idiot he still tries to act like he is better then everyone. He was all talking shit when Nehamiah went to jail because he fought someone, but um, wasn't Danny trying to fight people in Costa Rica? Danny thinks he's cool because he has Melinda, but I would be ashamed if I ever dated someone from the Real World or Road Rules. People like that are low lifes who just need the attention because they're self esteem is so low and they actually are dumb enough to think that if they get on these shows that they may have a chance at Hollywood. Please! I used to love Real World and that's why I still watch it, but it gives my a headache to see where it has gone. I agree with the poster who said the real world casts used to have real lives and be going somewhere in life. Now the casts are all college or not in college who still live with theire parents. It's a shame, I hope my kids never grow up that idiotic.
36 of 40 | Posted by veronica | Posted on November 23, 2005 9:39 AM
B-SIDE,
PLEASE GIVE US OUR REAL WORLD SEASON FINALE RECAP ASAP I MISSED THE EPISODE AND NEED TO KNOW WAT HAPPENED!!!!!!!
Also,
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE recap the Gauntlet2 it looks like it will be juicy!!!!
37 of 40 | Posted by cantwait4dagauntlet2 | Posted on November 23, 2005 11:55 AM
The Real world Austin was the best. I like it so much. I can't belive that it is over. I last episode is so sad. I can't wait to see the reunion.
38 of 40 | Posted by Amber | Posted on November 26, 2005 1:26 PM
Oh my god...the reunion was the best ever. I have never seen a reunion with so much drama!
39 of 40 | Posted by Alikat | Posted on November 30, 2005 6:06 AM
omg i love the real world it is the best show every especially real world austin.Danny is so hottt,melinda you are so luckkyyy you two are going to make a cute husband and wife and she was right you guys are going to have cute babys!!!! Nehamiah can shut up because hes the one that thinks hes all that and thinks he knows everything (oh i like to talk it out im not a fighter) ya ok mr i went to jail and almost beat the crap out of rachel sure!!! im so happy that danny and melinda live so close to were i live woooh
B-Ritt*
40 of 40 | Posted by brittany | Posted on December 1, 2005 3:14 PM