"I can't do this without Chad!"
Okay, before I start my weekly shredding session of The Bachelor, I have to take a moment and share my thoughts on Brad. Let's call this Innermost Thoughts with Honey Gangsta...
As several of you have pointed out, he is much more tolerable than past Bachelors. Brad doesn't seem overly full of himself or just out to pat himself on the back. I mean, Prince Pet Beautician was a complete joke - he was a total dork and rode that prince thing right into the ground. Besides the title, he had nothing going on for himself, and the title was bogus. Officer Mayo was one of the most narcissistic jerks I've ever seen, creating date after date to figure out which girl could most mold herself into a female version of him and totally snap into a carved out space in his life. He was not at all interested in meeting a unique individual. Brad is a different story. He genuinely seems interested in learning about these girls and choosing one who will add to his life. He has a sense of humor about the process and seems to have a head on his shoulders about choosing someone who will actually be a complement to him, as opposed to someone way out of his league. Now, I don't really think Brad is anything special. He's a nice, good-looking, moderately intelligent guy from a modest family. He's not super interesting, super smart, super funny, or super dooper. He's just Brad and maybe that's his appeal. The problem is, of course, that Brad is on The Bachelor. Why? Why can't he find a girl in real life and why does he think that coming on a game show is a good alternative? Remember, he's already decided he's proposing. That's why there can never be an honestly loveable Bachelor. He'll always negate himself. And thank goodness, or else what would I write about? And now on with the show!
We're back in the living room with Chris Harrison 'splaining some stuff. This week there are three dates - one special single date, a group date, and a two-on-one date from whence only one girl will return. Roses will be up for grabs on each date. Again, they will find out who goes where as the Date Boxes arrive and Chris was nice enough to bring the first one with him. He leaves saying he will see some of them at the Rose Ceremony. Ouch. Jade runs up to the date box and pulls out a card with one lone name on it... Perky Jenni. Jade's pissed. Jenni screams and cheers for herself. Then she runs to the middle of the room and does a Herkie while everyone else, including me, pukes. She tells us that she's waited her whole life for this date - that's interesting - and then she rips open the Date Box with her teeth. When a tiny plastic helicopter is discovered inside the Date Box, you can guess what happens. I need my eardrums examined. Sheena wonders if Jenni is really interested in Brad, or just interested in winning this competition. I think she's mostly interested in being annoying.
Later the girls run out onto the patio to scream at the top of their lungs and be pelted with debris as Brad lands in a real helicopter.
Look out for the flying cue cards!
When he emerges he and Perky Jenni have a public reunion that makes it look like he just returned from two years in Bagdad. This makes the other girls extremely nervous and, consequently, extremely irritated with Jenni. Jenni climbs onto the helicopter and immediately launches into her grating guffaws of laughter. Hillary is almost in tears and the girls sit around discussing how they feel like they are being cheated on. Welcome to The Bachelor, ladies. What did you think was going to happen? You'd sing and America would vote?
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Comments (12)
Great recap Honey Gangsta.
Just wanted to say that I've been to the Dizzy Rooster, and it's hands down one of the trashiest bars I've ever been in. I know Brad's probably in it just to make money, but ... ick.
1 of 12 | Posted by myfavoritesunglasses | Posted on October 18, 2007 7:17 PM
I have to tell you I am loving your recaps. Of all the new recappers I feel you are the one who captures the mix between actually recapping the show and snarkiness that TVGasm has long been known for and that we love.
Keep it up coz Im loving your work !
Regarding the show ... the editing makes Jenni look like SO MUCH of a frontrunner that I don't think she will win the whole thing. The only other person he seems to genuinely like is DeAnna but that "I am not friends with them because they will resent me at my wedding" totally turned me off of her. That was ridiculous, stupid, bitchy and delusional.
I don't mind Bettina but he doesn't seem that much into her.
The others are toast.
2 of 12 | Posted by doriangz | Posted on October 18, 2007 9:00 PM
I agree with Dorian, HG...another great recap! I always enjoy reading them!
I liked DeAnna too, but this last episode made me question that. She looks like a royal bitch. Hm. Maybe it's just the editing? But then again, she had to actually act this way to give them the material.
Let's see...last week we accurately picked Jade and McCarten to be kicked off (yay!), who should we pick this week?
Of the girls left, I'm HOPING Jenni goes next, but I'm betting she's here for another couple of weeks.
My pick to go...Kristy & Hillary.
3 of 12 | Posted by ThisShowRocks! | Posted on October 18, 2007 9:25 PM
Great ReCap!
I hope and believe horsey-faced Sheena will go next. DeAnna was an early favorite of mine, but she really showed some personality cracks this week. Hillary? Blah Blah who cares. Jenni is absolutely the most annoying of the bunch. Her cackle-laugh is grating, and I think she is average looking, at best. Why is he so seemingly taken with her? I like Bettina...who unfortunately has AWFUL, fried, life-less hair!! (Step. Away. From. The. Bleach/Blowdryer. Bettina!) but I don't think Brad is diggin' her as much as some others (DD and Jenni). So, bascially, they are all a bunch of flawed idiots, who bring me an hour of laughter each week. BA HA HA HA
4 of 12 | Posted by Farrell100 | Posted on October 19, 2007 6:26 AM
I think Kristy and Hillary are next to go.
The last three will (should) be Bettina, Deanna, and Jenni. The last two will be Deanna and Jenni. From there, I can't decide. The BIG question will be, "Is Jenni really that perky or has she been acting this whole time?" If Brad thinks Jenni is being real with him, he'll go with her 'cuz he seems to be hypnotized by her giggles. I have a feeling Brad is the most sexually attracted to Jenni (perky cheerleader), but the most emotionally attracted to Deanna (strong-willed, unemotional). And we all know that when there's a battle between the heart and the penis, the man will always choose the penis.
I'm so glad Milk Carton is gone. What happened to "I'm a strong, confident woman who doesn't need a rose?" That confidence sure did shrivel up quickly when she didn't get a rose.
Why do these women cry so much after not getting picked? They've known the bachelor for about a week at this point? Geez. I would be scared to marry anyone who is this desperate.
Honey, I disagree with you about being on this show automatically disqualifying someone from being likeable or whatever. It's hard to find true love, so I think however you find it is great. At least he doesn't seem to be on here to get famous (although he does seem to like the limelight). They should all just be realistic about the fact that they can't know someone well from 6 weeks on a dating show in a hyped-up "reality". I don't think Brad will propose to the last girl. He's just good at reading cue cards. :)
5 of 12 | Posted by BlahBlah | Posted on October 19, 2007 11:03 AM
Also:
"They ask who kissed whom, and she tells them he kissed her. Hillary says that as long as she is the last one who kissed him, she's fine with that. Wrong again, Hillary! Last night Brad had some pretty hot and heavy Jacuzzi tongue time with DeAnna."
I think Hillary meant that she wants to be the last person Brad kisses ever, as in the girl who wins this thing and marries him.
6 of 12 | Posted by BlahBlah | Posted on October 19, 2007 11:08 AM
Hi all...new to the Forum. Love your recap. Been reading since the Mayo days.
I agree that Jenni will probably not be the last one standing due to all the face time she's getting. I think Sheena is the dark horse and Bettina will prove herself to be a psycho before it's all over.
Hillary and Kristy are SO OVER.
7 of 12 | Posted by Fergie | Posted on October 19, 2007 11:09 AM
UGH... that DD chick is such a biotch! She was ok to begin with, but this latest episode really showed some cracks showing her true inner bitch. That whole 2 on 1 date just did not paint her in a good light at all.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who totally can't stand Jenni. Why is it the supposed frontrunners are always the most hated.. very strange.
I think out of the group.. I really like Bettina. She's not as mature as she wants to think she is, but she's the lesser of the idiots.
8 of 12 | Posted by shollia | Posted on October 19, 2007 11:13 AM
Hey Guys!
Thanks so much for your comments. Seriously - telling me I am representing the 'Gasm is the best compliment you could give me. I was a TVgasm fan long before I started writing for them, so I really appreciate the love. :)
As for the show, I think I'm with you guys on Hillary and Kristy taking off next. And personally, I CAN'T WAIT for Hillary's psychotic episode. This should be great material.
Much love!
-HG
9 of 12 | Posted by Honey Gangsta | Posted on October 20, 2007 4:11 PM
I thought most of the girls came off not looking good this week....well, looking worse than they usually do. I thought I liked Bettina but calling Jenni a slut for kissing Brad, and then "lying" about it by not telling them was ridiculous.
And i thought Sillary came off as a huge bitch talking about Bettina like a used car. Ho should stop getting so worked up about everything so we don't have to keep looking at the huge forehead vein.
I loved too how McConfidence said that Brad could father her children or be her husband, but not both.
Another HILLARYious recap, good work!
10 of 12 | Posted by dp hooker | Posted on October 21, 2007 7:14 PM
I was thinking the other day, as one of the retarded women spent her precious alone time with who she thought was Brad asking how long he wanted to get engaged for, how different (besides the obvious rushing and ludicrous group dates) this is from actually dating someone. On no American soil could I ask a guy I've known for 3 weeks how long he wants to be engaged for with me without him sprinting for the door. You certainly can't yell out "I love you" after 3 weeks and not totally freak out a poor guy who took you out on a group date.
I can totally see the producers egging these chicks on - 'you might get to marry this guy!!!' 'Yes, yes, I definitely would marry him.'
Good grief.
Also, I think I stand in the minority but I like Jedi, errr Jenni. I think she's doing exactly what guys like, and why would I blame her? That's like giving those bullshit answers to interview questions to get the job even if they're not true. Do what it takes. I mean, there's no real time to get to know the real person, so why not accelerate (by giggling, and saving your dead roses) and win, and then see how it works out. I also think because they play her up so much, she'll be the first one out of the limo - "we break one of the women's hearts like never before!" Thanks Chris Harrison.
11 of 12 | Posted by gnomecorp | Posted on October 23, 2007 12:28 PM
I don't even watch The Bachelor, but I make sure to read your recaps because they have me laughing at work. Loves it. I don't really know who these girls are but i'm guessing that I want the sobbers to go home--that just shows weakness and on a reality show, you can't show your weaknesses cause there is always some scheming ho who will call you out on it (cough LACEY cough).
12 of 12 | Posted by Two Fives and a Ten | Posted on October 24, 2007 7:38 AM