Apparently there was an episode last week, but my DVR didn’t record it, so as far as I’m concerned, it doesn’t exist.  We only have one episode left. Do you have your votes in for who you want to be the third finalist? Seriously? Well, that’s admirable. I would have a hard time putting a vote in for that given that I didn’t vote in the last presidential election. My apathy has to be consistent.

About this episode:

• It was the homecoming episode which I’m sure local poster-board manufacturers look forward to all year long. I’m not sure it’s necessary to hold up a sign when you’re one of 18 people in a crowd. I feel like you could just pass your well-wishes along verbally. My favorite is when they have a sign that says, “Michael is our Biggest Loser!” because outside of the context of winning this show (which the person clearly didn’t), that’s an insult.
• While I was watching this episode I began to wonder if this show is predictable or if human beings are predictable, because the time spent at home for each contestant seemed to follow the same pattern: Excited to be home, tears for how much they’ve changed, talk about giving up, strain on the relationship, etc.  Everyone seems surprised that they can’t find 6 hours a day to work-out.
• We were overwhelmed with product placement this week. We heard about: Extra Polar Ice Gum, The Biggest Loser Wii game, Jennie-O Turkey, The Biggest Loser Resort, Biggest Loser protein by Designer Whey, and Subway party platters (which Bob suggests you bring with you to any party you’re invited to so you’ll have something to eat). And really, what says to your hostess, “I appreciate the weeks of planning and days of cooking that you put into this party,” more than showing up with the world’s most mediocre sandwiches because you’re too scared to eat her food.
• I will also count the return of “celebrity chef” Curtis Stone as product placement, because he brings nothing to the program.
• Are we supposed to be left with the impression that Liz and her bountifully mustachioed husband aren’t going to be together much longer? Because that’s certainly what it seemed like. She was much happier to see some of the returning contestants from last season than she was her husband along the marathon route.
• Speaking of, I know it’s supposed to be a testament to the contestants will and commitment that they can run a marathon with little training, but it ends up just making me think, “Oh, I guess running a marathon isn’t that difficult.” I’m horrible.

I’ll pulling for Amanda in the finale, just because she seems like the biggest underdog, but I will put my money on Rudy.