September 6th's Weekly TV Thoughts

Before we get to what I watched this week, let's talk about what I'm looking forward to watching.  The stars for this season's Dancing with the Stars were announced this week, and for the first time, I recognize more than one or two.  I'm very anxious to see how they all do.  I'm sure my favorites will become obvious as the season goes along because, yes, I will be rooting based on dance above any personal connection.  But Danielle Fishel is my early favorite since I've been a fan of Boy Meets World and listen to her on Pod Meets World.  Hard to believe that will be starting in just a couple of weeks.

Now, let's turn to what I watched this week.

The Marlow Murder Club – Well, they did finish it, but I think I’m glad I read the book first.  Not only did they take out some of the subplots (and change one), but they rushed some of the twists and explanations.  It would have been rough if I didn’t already know what was going on.  Fun, but they should have taken more time with the story.

American Ninja Warrior – They definitely have a pattern going with these women’s competitions.  Plenty of runners up winning the next year.  And I do love it when we get a rematch, too.  Lots of good races this year.  And somehow, I’m okay with races in this context vs. the regular season.

Lego Masters Jr. – Those were some creative uncommon common rooms.  I can see how working with siblings would make it easier to fight.  Glad they were able to work things out and win!  And is it just me, or are the consolation prizes almost better than the grand prize?

The Quiz with Balls – I feel like we had another tie earlier this season, but maybe it was just an almost tie because I didn’t remember the tie breaker.  Or maybe they just air them out of order.  I was excited for the children’s authors, but I knew she must not have gone far based on how much time was left.  Since I recognized 5 of the 6 authors, I really would have liked to know what the questions were to see if I would have gotten them all right.  I knew the one she missed.

The Challenge – I feel doubly sorry for that outcome.  First, it wasn’t remotely her fault she went in.  Second, Olivia should have gone home.  But seriously, CT cost her her game.  I get it.  I’ve been in positions like his plenty in mud runs.  But that was just painful to watch, especially with that outcome.

Match Game – Both halves had a question with an obvious answer.  I’m glad the contestant got it, but it hardly seems fair.  Those kinds of questions shouldn’t be part of the game.  Not too successful on either of the celebrity matches.