I love the way that Nate and the restaurant are basically the same thing. It may not have stylish looking food and it might just be a basic place to eat, but the food is good and comfortable and it aligns with how Nate sees himself. He defends the restaurant because he knows that if you go past the superficial things people dismiss it over initially, you see a good thing and a safe place to be.
I got the impression he only brought Natalia there to impress Jade, which would never have worked anyway. But in doing so, he defended the place for being meaningful to him, which I think was the first time we've seen Nate stand up for his right to just be Nate. The Nate from season 1 would never have done that. He'd have apologized all over himself and done whatever Natalia wanted.
"Together, we are Team Tartt." It's so amazing how there'd be no way I'd have agreed with that during season 1, but now? All for it. Shows the arc and the growth on Jamie!
I totally agree with you regarding Phil Dunster! Even in S2 he had such an amazing arc and his performance was stunning! This season he is just pure joy! He deserves all the love and praise!
Also, my favorite thing is that Roy always wakes Jamie at 4 am, specifically. Also, take care of your family. If life gets busy, you have a dedicated fanbase that will be patient and support you. Love your channel ❤️ and your personality ❤️.
Ted has some great speeches throughout the show but I honestly think the ending his his best one. It also sets us up to go in some interesting points to go into later on with the characters.
It’s a nice mirror of the “Embrace Change” speech. It was about Ted’s personal life, but also the team, coming after the loss of a talented player who was more focused on himself than the team, and I think representing a big turnaround for the team
Completely agree about Phil Dunstan (Jamie Tartt). I watched Phil in a recent interview and he is so different in real life (accent, appearance and mannerisms). I didn’t realize what a terrific actor he is. He deserves Bafta and Emmy nominations.
I love this channel so much. Great reaction and great points. So true about the representation aspect its class. I truly believe its one of the best written shows of the 21st century. x
Hope all is ok and ends up ok with your family issue. As somebody that is a soccer fan, John Wingsnight's scarf triggered me way more than it should have even though I don't really care for either Man City or Man United I also appreciated Beard making a call back of Gina Gershon since Roy said he once went on a date with her
No one’s pointed out: we didn’t get Dr. Wagner’s side of the conversation, and I think Rebecca would have been way more devastated if the call was “you’re completely infertile” Also, what marked Nathan as a step forward was that he stood firm in who he was and what was important to him. S1 Nate would have apologized profusely and immediately took Anastasia to the most expensive restaurant he could imagine. S2 Nate would have gotten snippy in a way that would have made everyone involved uncomfortable, and likely taken it out on someone he perceives as beneath him. Instead he defended his favourite restaurant, and watched his date walk away, and (based on the passage of time) stayed for a meal anyways. I think that’s what won Jade over, but I’m not sure how I feel about her fully embracing him; I would rather have seen a small gesture like getting his name right
It's a small leap from her seeing that to her deciding to go out with him, but I can just about track the steps in between. After all, he's a regular who's made his interest plain, but hasn't pestered her about it. She's seem him with his family. And now she's seen this authentic side of him, as opposed to the inauthentic Nate that always tried to impress her. Since she was introduced, her defining characteristic has been not being impressed with his attempts at seeming important. In general, I find that being yourself in someone's presence is always the best way to win them over.
Thank you 😊 Things are finally starting to settle down, so I'm hoping to get things back to a more normal schedule. Glad you enjoy them when they come!
Jac...or should I say "Jack"...was me watching this episode. Every single moment. Note Ted gesturing to Jamie at the end, and notice Higgins' reassurance during Ted's speech. I don't think Higgins' contemplating firing Ted is over but he was temporarily reminded of why Ted is so important to the team. As for Nate, not only was he humbled but notice that the version of Nate that got the date was his true goofy, awkward self and not his fake alpha persona.
I love the statement you made about how easy it is to make lbgtq+ representation smooth and natural. It blows me away how often a criticism of lack of representation comes up after the release of a 1st season and then it's suddenly shoehorned in on later seasons of a show. And they expect a pat on the back for the half ass job. But like all their good plot points in this series, all the representation had very purposely placed bread crumbs from the very begining that weren't proudly displayed with attempts to get popularity points but planned with an actual pay off for the audience later.❤
32:50 Still a few hours before the new episode. I will take a bet that before the finale, every player will have their own 'Believe' banner hanging in their lockers.
Ok one more thing...run dont walk to Top Gun Maverick!! Its sooooo good. Beyond all the technical advancements in how its shot (and theyre amazing bc its a GORGEOUS film) and the great casting, there is HEART in that film. Tom Cruise isnt **just** running from stunt to stunt. He brings the feels! A real emotionally moving performance that i couldn't stop thinking about for awhile.
These Zava episodes were so up and down for me but this ending wrap up had me in tears. Colins- Shame Nate- Matters Keeley- Deserves love Roy- Hurt someone he loved Rebecca- The hope to have a family Ted always knows how to bring them together.
I'm really trying to like s3. But I liked S1 because it was upbeat and happy. The parts of S2 I hate are the downer moments and this season is just all about how real life wins out over positivity. This show was my escape and I hate how they polluted it with misery.
No worries. Take as much time as you need. The priorities of life should be on center stage. We'll still be here, and as supportive as ever. It looks like we're heading towards the endgame of this series. I'm feeling sad about that, yet I look forward to seeing how this story ends. In what will likely amount to only three seasons, Ted Lasso is up there with some of the best, meaningful, comedies on television. Great reaction. In Ted we trust....
When I watched this episode with my wife I told her This is so sad! Nate’s alone and those models are all going to die in a gasoline fight.” Glad I wasn’t alone!
With you all the way, Jacqui ... will never waver! Be strong, be good! There is no way Ted isn't going home at the end of the season, which is why I believe they don't really address a fourth season. The only way "Ted Lasso" continues is with his son and wife moving to the UK. Keeley will get back with Roy, they're both hurting, and Jack is totally rebound and will move on. I was a bit disappointed in Jade not holding her position on "Jason Jelly," but as you said, it only happened after he was humbled and showed it to her. He wasn't trying to be the big man when he asked if she would like to share the baklava with him. I cannot believe they will allow Michelle stay with the doctor ... it's just sooooo wrong, and she's a better person than that. Waiting see see what you think of the strange, and yet, deep episode 6. A lot of revelations and maps a few possible directions, but a lot of hope. BTW - I think the "Shite in Nining Armour" being said was a red herring to distract, but also to confirm Rebeca's following up with the predictions of her mother's psycho ... oops, I meant psychic. Such a strong moment with Ted's speech and the tearing up of the sign. I used to do a sales training speech where I tore up a dollar bill and handed a piece to each person. I would have loved to see Ted hand a piece of the sign to each player and tell them they are the "Believe" ... and he believes in them.
I ended up waking up in the middle of the night and watching the newest woodside before this reaction came out. You'll love the next one we are all sure.
"Who didn't see Keeley and Jack coming?" *reluctantly raises hand Honestly, I thought Keeley was just bonding with Jack the same way she did with Rebecca. Did not realize what was happening until Keeley actually leaned in and kissed her.
I know in real life people move on. But this is supposed to be my escape and all the realtionships falling apart is making me hate the show. I don't even know if I'm going to finish the season.
A part of me wishes Zava could’ve been in the locker room during this speech. Because maybe I missed it, but I would’ve liked to have known what his option was on Ted and his coaching style.
@@Kayoss13212 Zava hadn't been paying attention, most likely. I get the impression that he runs the same routine in every locker room, whatever the circumstances. All his speeches are repeated to every team he crosses paths with. To him, they're just more adoring fans, there to orbit his greatness.
Glad things sound like they’re getting better for you! No worries about a delay, just discovered you through your Last of Us reactions a couple of weeks ago so I’ve been catching up on your videos including your Shame List ones for the first two seasons of Ted Lasso! 😊
As much as I LOVE Keeley *(Bi Keeley has always been a thing, go back to her saying “when I dip my toe in the lady pool” back in S1.)* and Jack, they are just as unethical as: Sam and Rebecca and Michelle and Dr. Jacob. And if we want to get EXTRA technical…Sam and Simi. I love this show with my heart and soul, and I get that part of the show deals with the lives of people in the inner workings of a Football Club…but I don’t want to get The Ick from it. There are so many HR problems waiting to happen and morality clauses being broken. And please don’t worry about us, take your time. We’ll always be here. ❤️🥰
@@KatieWillems And that’s something to bully someone you don’t know over the internet because? Move along, troll. It’s not worth the time or effort to explain how less problematic Ted and Rebecca are over the three I stated above because you wouldn’t understand it.
Slightly surprised by most of the reactors I've seen being happy/surprised at Trent's orientation (between reactions to this episode and the following one). I thought that was pretty thoroughly implied in one quick scene in S1 or early S2. I can't remember the specifics but it was at the beginning of a scene where he enters through a doorway while fondly saying goodbye to a "friend". Admittedly it wasn't lingered on but I thought the implication was clear. And thus I wasn't at all worried about him outing anyone in the next episode.
I'm not on twitter so idk what the fandom theories are regarding Rebecca having a child, but ever since the psychic visit, I always thought she might adopt or get together with someone who already has a kid (as opposed to have a biological child). Though in the second scenario it wouldn't be Sam, since he doesn't have a child (so it's the less likely scenario). What do you think?
Ted. He’s the only option. Nothing is going to happen to Sassy (she doesn’t deserve to die despite being a terrible friend) and Bex isn’t going to surrender her daughter.
Real life? Keeley and Jack - problematic at best, big bad idea, absolutely not, they should both run in opposite directions. For the show...? CHEERS TO THE HAPPY COUPLE! 😄
I don't think that's how this show rolls. I don't think psychic predictions are going to decide Rebecca's fate. She decides her fate. The rest is just little coincidences and bits of synchronicity. Higgins' take on psychics seemed more on the money. It's not about knowing in advance what fate has in store, it's about getting a fresh perspective on the future you actually want.
@@rottensquid [SPOILER ALERT for E11!!] Well now going into the finale we have a highly likely scenario that ABSOLUTELY NOBODY had on their Bingo cards - Rebecca raising Bex & Rupert's child. 😯
As a dad to a 9 year old - when Beard says to Ted "he's a good kid because you're his dad...." ungh As someone who has spent more than half his life coaching....hope/belief...ungh. I want them to finish high in the rankings. Nate patches things in his arc. Tartt brings it because Roy has pushed him beyond. Rebecca (finds out she is pregnant) and gives Roy and Beard a chance to take over the program because Ted goes home to fight for his wife and kid. I think Ted goes back for both them. I want him to go back and fight for them both. Too many references to fighting for what you want...etc
Good luck! HUGS! The last 2 episodes have been the best of this season. The next episode 'Sunflowers' was one of my fave of the entire series! ♥ Keely *officially* bi! 🥰 Prior Lasso reminded me a bit of Sorkin shows. Great allies, but weak on LGBT representation. Glad to see that being addressed
*****BIG MISSED CALLBACK..... In Season 2 episode "Rainbow" Roy confessed to Ted that he had dated Gina Gershon....the look he gave Beard who mentioned Gina leaving him was something I missed too
Ha! Wingsnight has a double Manchester scarf (it has both of Manchester's clubs on one scarf) Remember he roots for whichever of those is winning. Just another callback
Liked the speech that Ted had at the end, but realistically speaking, a part of me was hoping that the thing with the counselor wouldn’t have been brushed under the rug like that. I mean, maybe they don’t want Ted to come off as petty, but I feel something should be said from a ethical and maybe legal standpoint. Because I remember Ted mentioned having a bad experience with therapy when he was married.
That does paint a very suspect picture of Jake, doesn't it? I don't see him lasting long. It also gives one the impression that Michelle is drawn to people who tell her what she wants to hear. Even Ted. Jake seems like a new Ted, who has opinions about what the old Ted did wrong. But he's probably doing all the same things, or worse. And what Michelle probably needs is someone completely unlike Ted, someone who doesn't offer solutions or try to fix her, but can just let her have her feelings.
Hope everything is going okay. And worry not, we'll never abandon you Jacqui. 👍✌❤ 14:09 Good catch, Smarty Pants. I didn't notice it when I first watched this episode. 🤓🏳🌈
I thought this episode was about charlatans. There's a throughline through this whole season of everyone looking outside themselves for guidance, for hope and strength, and how some people take advantage of that. Zava positioned himself as the team's north star (syncing up nicely with the joke about no one knowing which way north was). Shandi set herself up as a confident ally for Keeley. And of course, Rupert looms large over Nate even when he's not there. What is Natalia but an extension of Rupert's empty glamour? But Charlatans never offer anything real. The confidence Zava gave the team quickly vanished. He couldn't help them through their self-doubt, because he wasn't really interested in them, only himself. So he abandoned them when their failures dragged down his glory. Shandi's confidence turned out to be a refusal to ever admit fault, which isn't real confidence at all. Keeley was looking for support, but Shandi was only interested in what Keeley could do for her. And Natalia seemed to symbolize the glory Nate has been chasing since last season. Even her name is a glamorization of his. Wouldn't "Nate and Natalia" would look fabulous in a tabloid headline? But obviously, she had nothing of substance to offer, nor was she interested in his substance. I think this season has confused people, because its big dramatic turns are so subtle. But this scene was a big dramatic turn for Nate. Some reviewers have said his arc seems to be missing beats, and that may be true. But this beat was as deep as it was soft. Also, I gotta say, I laughed out loud when you superimposed the scene from Zoolander over Natalia running off with her little supermodel crew. I realize now that's exactly what the scene reminded me of. Nicely done.
Compliment sandwich, those are good, unfortunately in the military we call it a shit sandwich, something bad followed by a filling of something bad and then finished with something bad. Really helps in making you want to try harder... or so leadership thinks it does.
These videos are great. It’s nice to see how great the community for TL is. I disagree with the idea that Ted needs to go back to America at the end of the show though. I really don’t like Ted’s Ex wife this season. She has been making selfish decisions when it comes to Henry and has been a really bad co-parent. The show has an amazing potential to show the difficulties Father’s have with divorce and custody. What if Ted fights to have Henry move to England at the end of the season instead? Not only will it let Ted continue to coach a profesional team, but also allow the potential for Marlboro Man to get with Sassy. Am I the only one wishing for this pairing?
Absolutely. I don't think Ted has a future in Kansas. He's building something important in London. I'd like to see Michelle decide to move away from her home town too. Not for Ted, but for herself, for a change, and for Henry. I think Ted's panic attacks are about losing control of his life, the way his father did. But I think the solution isn't to regain control. It's to let go, and go with the flow.
Jacqui, first off, hang in there! Meanwhile, I love this show too, but this episode really worried me. Still wonderful, but some really problematic subtext: That Ted's son bullied someone is great from a story standpoint, but the show candy-coating it feels false to me. Shouldn't Ted have talked to him about the actual incident? Instead it's all fine, onward. Meanwhile, Ted is barely shown coaching -- we saw more effort from Ted to actually coach in season 1, and Ted barely knew what soccer was at that point. Keeley/Jack -- I love the confirmation Keeley is bi, but once again the show is all about inappropriate work relationships/dynamics. Jack is Keeley's BOSS, who owns her company! In this very episode we saw Keeley go white as a sheet when Jack fake-fired her. So there is just no way for Keeley and Jack to have a relationship that is remotely equal. At least with Rebecca/Sam there was a huge divide between their jobs and both of them were so honorable there was no way they would cross lines. But we don't know that about Jack yet. Then we get the weird scene with Nate at Taste of Athens, I do not see it as a win that Jade the Icy Hostess sat down to share his meal, since she's been a cold, unnecessarily cruel bully to Nate ever since we first met her. So I don't want them to get together, and hate the message behind it. I am glad to see Nathan still has the visible remnants of a soul, at least. I love this show but it's very uneven right now for me -- I feel like this whole gang needs Dr. Sharon and it needs her bad.
I'm concerned, but it's only happened once, and he was sorry that he had done it and apologized. So the response may have seemed mild, but I'm not sure that it warranted a nuclear response AT THIS POINT. Now, if it happens again, that's a whole other matter. It absolutely needs to be addressed differently differently.
ok so did you happen to notice the scarf on guy Rebecca used to date? when his fiancee said shite in nining armor there was continuity error (or easter egg) during that scene with the scarf. at one point the scarf has TED letters showing, then MAN. rewatch the scene again and see for yourself. I think writers did that deliberately. So that would make Ted the shite in nining armor. maybe? as far as Rebecca getting a baby, i dont think Rupert & his wife are goin to die and leave her the baby. I mean wouldnt the baby go to Bexs family? why would it go to Rebecca? She's not the godmother but she is of Sassy's child. so more likely Sassy would die.
@@CWazBroadwayBandGeek Ted and Rebecca have had zero chemistry. You may as well predict Ted and Keeley becoming an item. Or Ted and Roy. They actually have chemistry. Ted's definitely going to end up with Sassy.
I’m sorry you’re going through some tough personal stuff. Please don’t feel beholden to your viewers for video releases, we’ll be here for when you’re in a good space again.
I really don't like how the apology rap makes it seem like Bullies can just make up for it with some big public act that the victim can't reasonably reject without the class thinking you're a jerk.
I actually like that you posts videos later because all the other reactors that I follow post the days after the episode airs and that's too much to watch
I admirre the way they treated the LGBTQ storylines this season, because they reflected the reality of the league. Its a big deal. That old-fashioned womanising alpha is still very much the Premier League Footballer persona. I think, and I could be wrong, that there's only one openly gay footballer in the whole league. Now, 20 teams - conservatively 25 players in the senior set-up - it's just statistical nonsense that there'd only be one gay player. Yet, it's still - for the players themselves - such a tough thing to come out. A lot of attitudes are still stuck in a worldview that doesn't reflect the relaity of society. Sadly. It is changing, just slowly.
did the guy rebecca dumped say he supported man city before? when he mentioned he just supports whoevers winning, and is now supporting man united? lol I'm not that into football but im pretty sure swapping from man city to man united is crime? and vise versa
I kinda don’t like Jack and Keeley as partners. I’m strong on Keeley and Roy because they’re so good together and Jack and Keeley is just REALLY unprofessional.
Should have made the gay characters less cliche. You said it; Trent, the hair and the strut, and Colin physically small, boyish. Better if Issac had been gay, or someone less obvious. Both guys who were gay are cliches. Enjoyed your eruditions Jacqui!
Loving the reactions but not the "cult leader" nickname for Zava, Cult leaders are devious and actively recruit weak minded people. I don't think that's accurate for Zava
22:34 This is an intriguing line of questioning, and I am 100% here for whatever conclusions Jacqui cares to draw. 😋😍 34:53 Right there with you Jacqui. Not many shows will make you laugh and cry numerous times pretty much every single episode, but Ted Lasso has All The Heart ❤💌🧡💘💛💝💚💖💙💗💜💓🤎💞🖤💕🤍💟❣💔❤🔥❤🩹
"just have fun"? This is a professional football club, not a kindergarten. You can't rely on positive thinking and doing nothing. Players aren't here to just have fun, they're h ere to train, learn and win. idc how nice of a guy Ted is, right now he's a horrible manager. The club needs a professional, who understands the sport, the tactics... trains the players the way they need. But he puts 0 effort into making this team better.
Roy’s “how to deal with bully’s” speech has to make you wonder what happened to Bernard from the Christmas episode.
I love the way that Nate and the restaurant are basically the same thing. It may not have stylish looking food and it might just be a basic place to eat, but the food is good and comfortable and it aligns with how Nate sees himself. He defends the restaurant because he knows that if you go past the superficial things people dismiss it over initially, you see a good thing and a safe place to be.
I got the impression he only brought Natalia there to impress Jade, which would never have worked anyway. But in doing so, he defended the place for being meaningful to him, which I think was the first time we've seen Nate stand up for his right to just be Nate. The Nate from season 1 would never have done that. He'd have apologized all over himself and done whatever Natalia wanted.
"Together, we are Team Tartt." It's so amazing how there'd be no way I'd have agreed with that during season 1, but now? All for it. Shows the arc and the growth on Jamie!
Why does he have to have the absolute worst haircut for the season he gets such great character development though?!
@@researchert3513 ur tripping, season 3 is his second best hairstyle after season 2
Take your time. Real life matters more than having to wait a bit for a free video.
Thank you! You'll never have to wait too long though 😊
Phil Dunster is in the D'arcy Carden category where they're so ridiculously good that it's stunning that they're not getting awards and accolades.
I totally agree with you regarding Phil Dunster! Even in S2 he had such an amazing arc and his performance was stunning! This season he is just pure joy! He deserves all the love and praise!
Also, my favorite thing is that Roy always wakes Jamie at 4 am, specifically. Also, take care of your family. If life gets busy, you have a dedicated fanbase that will be patient and support you. Love your channel ❤️ and your personality ❤️.
11:20 All the theories about Jamie and the 'nining armor' bit. Not one of us expected this.
They really had us going! The Jamie theory was a good one though, and I still think he'll prove to be quite the hero for Richmond 😊
I wasn't expecting this no, but I thought the Jamie theories were ridiculous
Ted has some great speeches throughout the show but I honestly think the ending his his best one. It also sets us up to go in some interesting points to go into later on with the characters.
It’s a nice mirror of the “Embrace Change” speech. It was about Ted’s personal life, but also the team, coming after the loss of a talented player who was more focused on himself than the team, and I think representing a big turnaround for the team
I knew you would notice the rainbow mug!
It made me so happy! 😍
@@movienightwithjacqui And perhaps a little relieved given the recent discovery Mr. Crimm made?
@@movienightwithjacqui We saw Trent’s husband in season 2 didn’t we?
Love it 🥰 take your time! Seriously family first. This episode is part 1 of season 3 everything seems to reset at the end. 😊
Thank you! I'm always here for my internet family too, though 😊
Completely agree about Phil Dunstan (Jamie Tartt). I watched Phil in a recent interview and he is so different in real life (accent, appearance and mannerisms). I didn’t realize what a terrific actor he is. He deserves Bafta and Emmy nominations.
"Come Together" by Spiritualized is the perfect exit music for this episode. Such an incredible piece of music.
I liked that she said "on display" that was adorable
Haha thanks 😊
I love this channel so much. Great reaction and great points. So true about the representation aspect its class. I truly believe its one of the best written shows of the 21st century. x
No worries. Dealing with real life HAS to come first. We appreciate you, Jacqui. Don't stress over it.
god, i cant wait until the next episode reaction. Its jam packed with all sorts of crazy wonderfulness. Such a "trip" of an episode :)
Hope all is ok and ends up ok with your family issue.
As somebody that is a soccer fan, John Wingsnight's scarf triggered me way more than it should have even though I don't really care for either Man City or Man United
I also appreciated Beard making a call back of Gina Gershon since Roy said he once went on a date with her
Thank you 😊
And Roy’s look at Beard in that moment was hilarious 😂
No one’s pointed out: we didn’t get Dr. Wagner’s side of the conversation, and I think Rebecca would have been way more devastated if the call was “you’re completely infertile”
Also, what marked Nathan as a step forward was that he stood firm in who he was and what was important to him. S1 Nate would have apologized profusely and immediately took Anastasia to the most expensive restaurant he could imagine. S2 Nate would have gotten snippy in a way that would have made everyone involved uncomfortable, and likely taken it out on someone he perceives as beneath him. Instead he defended his favourite restaurant, and watched his date walk away, and (based on the passage of time) stayed for a meal anyways. I think that’s what won Jade over, but I’m not sure how I feel about her fully embracing him; I would rather have seen a small gesture like getting his name right
It's a small leap from her seeing that to her deciding to go out with him, but I can just about track the steps in between. After all, he's a regular who's made his interest plain, but hasn't pestered her about it. She's seem him with his family. And now she's seen this authentic side of him, as opposed to the inauthentic Nate that always tried to impress her. Since she was introduced, her defining characteristic has been not being impressed with his attempts at seeming important. In general, I find that being yourself in someone's presence is always the best way to win them over.
You're good! You take your time and we'll be here!!
"Accepting that you hurt somebody" was camera directly on Roy.
Orange mocha frappuccino!! Btw, i always take notice when Ted curses.
Don't know if anyone already brough it up, but the scene where Shandy got fired was a big reference to Jerry Maguire.
Yes !
Hope everything is ok, just happy to watch your reactions whenever they come up 🙂
Thank you 😊 Things are finally starting to settle down, so I'm hoping to get things back to a more normal schedule. Glad you enjoy them when they come!
My parents have just started the series, they’re on episode 3 of the first series
tears... tears... this God damn show.... belief... hope... this God damn show...
I love it too.
Jac...or should I say "Jack"...was me watching this episode. Every single moment. Note Ted gesturing to Jamie at the end, and notice Higgins' reassurance during Ted's speech. I don't think Higgins' contemplating firing Ted is over but he was temporarily reminded of why Ted is so important to the team. As for Nate, not only was he humbled but notice that the version of Nate that got the date was his true goofy, awkward self and not his fake alpha persona.
"That's not Nate. Real Nate is silly, never cold."
I love the statement you made about how easy it is to make lbgtq+ representation smooth and natural. It blows me away how often a criticism of lack of representation comes up after the release of a 1st season and then it's suddenly shoehorned in on later seasons of a show. And they expect a pat on the back for the half ass job. But like all their good plot points in this series, all the representation had very purposely placed bread crumbs from the very begining that weren't proudly displayed with attempts to get popularity points but planned with an actual pay off for the audience later.❤
32:50 Still a few hours before the new episode. I will take a bet that before the finale, every player will have their own 'Believe' banner hanging in their lockers.
Ok one more thing...run dont walk to Top Gun Maverick!! Its sooooo good. Beyond all the technical advancements in how its shot (and theyre amazing bc its a GORGEOUS film) and the great casting, there is HEART in that film. Tom Cruise isnt **just** running from stunt to stunt. He brings the feels! A real emotionally moving performance that i couldn't stop thinking about for awhile.
A replacement for “Until the fat lady sings” Until the Soprano sings”
These Zava episodes were so up and down for me but this ending wrap up had me in tears.
Colins- Shame
Nate- Matters
Keeley- Deserves love
Roy- Hurt someone he loved
Rebecca- The hope to have a family
Ted always knows how to bring them together.
I'm really trying to like s3. But I liked S1 because it was upbeat and happy. The parts of S2 I hate are the downer moments and this season is just all about how real life wins out over positivity.
This show was my escape and I hate how they polluted it with misery.
No worries. Take as much time as you need. The priorities of life should be on center stage. We'll still be here, and as supportive as ever.
It looks like we're heading towards the endgame of this series. I'm feeling sad about that, yet I look forward to seeing how this story ends. In what will likely amount to only three seasons, Ted Lasso is up there with some of the best, meaningful, comedies on television.
Great reaction.
In Ted we trust....
When I watched this episode with my wife I told her This is so sad! Nate’s alone and those models are all going to die in a gasoline fight.” Glad I wasn’t alone!
Take your time to focus on your family. They should always come first .
There is no rush :)
With you all the way, Jacqui ... will never waver! Be strong, be good! There is no way Ted isn't going home at the end of the season, which is why I believe they don't really address a fourth season. The only way "Ted Lasso" continues is with his son and wife moving to the UK. Keeley will get back with Roy, they're both hurting, and Jack is totally rebound and will move on. I was a bit disappointed in Jade not holding her position on "Jason Jelly," but as you said, it only happened after he was humbled and showed it to her. He wasn't trying to be the big man when he asked if she would like to share the baklava with him. I cannot believe they will allow Michelle stay with the doctor ... it's just sooooo wrong, and she's a better person than that. Waiting see see what you think of the strange, and yet, deep episode 6. A lot of revelations and maps a few possible directions, but a lot of hope. BTW - I think the "Shite in Nining Armour" being said was a red herring to distract, but also to confirm Rebeca's following up with the predictions of her mother's psycho ... oops, I meant psychic. Such a strong moment with Ted's speech and the tearing up of the sign. I used to do a sales training speech where I tore up a dollar bill and handed a piece to each person. I would have loved to see Ted hand a piece of the sign to each player and tell them they are the "Believe" ... and he believes in them.
I ended up waking up in the middle of the night and watching the newest woodside before this reaction came out. You'll love the next one we are all sure.
"Who didn't see Keeley and Jack coming?"
*reluctantly raises hand
Honestly, I thought Keeley was just bonding with Jack the same way she did with Rebecca. Did not realize what was happening until Keeley actually leaned in and kissed her.
Same!
I know in real life people move on. But this is supposed to be my escape and all the realtionships falling apart is making me hate the show. I don't even know if I'm going to finish the season.
My favorite Ted Talk so far
Imagine Rupert gets Zava and then Jamie gets his chance to prove he’s better or “can keep up.”
A part of me wishes Zava could’ve been in the locker room during this speech. Because maybe I missed it, but I would’ve liked to have known what his option was on Ted and his coaching style.
@@Kayoss13212 Zava hadn't been paying attention, most likely. I get the impression that he runs the same routine in every locker room, whatever the circumstances. All his speeches are repeated to every team he crosses paths with. To him, they're just more adoring fans, there to orbit his greatness.
Thanks for acknowledging Keeley 11:45... All my friends and threads that I've seen not one was calling to it she was fire that scene
Glad things sound like they’re getting better for you! No worries about a delay, just discovered you through your Last of Us reactions a couple of weeks ago so I’ve been catching up on your videos including your Shame List ones for the first two seasons of Ted Lasso! 😊
Yeah as soon as she mentions James name he puts down the water and picks up the whiskey.
Did NOT see the rainbow mug until this moment. Thx!! Wow, a little bit more hopeful for the Colin story… whew.
Zava's prototype is Ibrahimovic, a very famous player with a lot of personality.
47:20 - when it happened in the show, my girlfriend said, "Jade's going to bring Nate back to us." I don't think she's wrong.
That was some insight right there. I'd be interested to know what she saw in Jade's poker face that clued her in.
As much as I LOVE Keeley *(Bi Keeley has always been a thing, go back to her saying “when I dip my toe in the lady pool” back in S1.)* and Jack, they are just as unethical as: Sam and Rebecca and Michelle and Dr. Jacob. And if we want to get EXTRA technical…Sam and Simi. I love this show with my heart and soul, and I get that part of the show deals with the lives of people in the inner workings of a Football Club…but I don’t want to get The Ick from it. There are so many HR problems waiting to happen and morality clauses being broken.
And please don’t worry about us, take your time. We’ll always be here. ❤️🥰
don't you also ship ted and rebecca though haha
@@KatieWillems And that’s something to bully someone you don’t know over the internet because? Move along, troll. It’s not worth the time or effort to explain how less problematic Ted and Rebecca are over the three I stated above because you wouldn’t understand it.
I think you have a really good point. And it seems like the show is tackling that very issue.
Real people, real life.
You gotta do the right thing.
Take the time you need, please.
Slightly surprised by most of the reactors I've seen being happy/surprised at Trent's orientation (between reactions to this episode and the following one). I thought that was pretty thoroughly implied in one quick scene in S1 or early S2. I can't remember the specifics but it was at the beginning of a scene where he enters through a doorway while fondly saying goodbye to a "friend". Admittedly it wasn't lingered on but I thought the implication was clear. And thus I wasn't at all worried about him outing anyone in the next episode.
I'm not on twitter so idk what the fandom theories are regarding Rebecca having a child, but ever since the psychic visit, I always thought she might adopt or get together with someone who already has a kid (as opposed to have a biological child). Though in the second scenario it wouldn't be Sam, since he doesn't have a child (so it's the less likely scenario). What do you think?
Ted. He’s the only option.
Nothing is going to happen to Sassy (she doesn’t deserve to die despite being a terrible friend) and Bex isn’t going to surrender her daughter.
Real life? Keeley and Jack - problematic at best, big bad idea, absolutely not, they should both run in opposite directions.
For the show...? CHEERS TO THE HAPPY COUPLE! 😄
"We are team Tartt" - who would have saw that coming in season 1!
Your fans are all here for you. Stay strong ❤ X
You guys are the best! 😊
Rebecca will be a mother. To Henry.
I'm so glad you got the zoolander reference in your reaction. Hardest laugh of the episode for me
Family first, always.
My biggest worry is that something bad is going to happen to Sassy and then it leaves Nora with Rebecca since she is Nora's godmother.
That was exactly my thought. I love Sassy, but that is the most obvious way Rebecca becomes a Mom... 😬
I don't think that's how this show rolls. I don't think psychic predictions are going to decide Rebecca's fate. She decides her fate. The rest is just little coincidences and bits of synchronicity. Higgins' take on psychics seemed more on the money. It's not about knowing in advance what fate has in store, it's about getting a fresh perspective on the future you actually want.
@@rottensquid [SPOILER ALERT for E11!!] Well now going into the finale we have a highly likely scenario that ABSOLUTELY NOBODY had on their Bingo cards - Rebecca raising Bex & Rupert's child. 😯
@@ulfsam-mule-son9726 I had that one, but I thought it might be too insane, so I kept my mouth shut. It may still be insane.
@@rottensquid Fortunately I think we found out at the end of S3E11 how Rebecca will become a mother, and it isn't Nora. Phew.
Your reaction on 11:15 was incredible.
Curious if you've been watching Shrinking? Brett Goldstein is one of the creators.
No spoilers but you’re going to love this week’s episode if you’ve not seen it already
As a dad to a 9 year old - when Beard says to Ted "he's a good kid because you're his dad...." ungh As someone who has spent more than half his life coaching....hope/belief...ungh. I want them to finish high in the rankings. Nate patches things in his arc. Tartt brings it because Roy has pushed him beyond. Rebecca (finds out she is pregnant) and gives Roy and Beard a chance to take over the program because Ted goes home to fight for his wife and kid. I think Ted goes back for both them. I want him to go back and fight for them both. Too many references to fighting for what you want...etc
Good luck! HUGS! The last 2 episodes have been the best of this season. The next episode 'Sunflowers' was one of my fave of the entire series! ♥
Keely *officially* bi! 🥰 Prior Lasso reminded me a bit of Sorkin shows. Great allies, but weak on LGBT representation. Glad to see that being addressed
*****BIG MISSED CALLBACK..... In Season 2 episode "Rainbow" Roy confessed to Ted that he had dated Gina Gershon....the look he gave Beard who mentioned Gina leaving him was something I missed too
26:49 yo you kinda evil and funny for this hahahahaha
I love the film references this show does. This was definitely Jerry maguire
Oh I can't wait for you to share it on the Shame List.. Have fun pretty Red.. makes me smile when you react to this.. and.. (Star Wars ;) )
Why would Rebecca get Rupert's baby if he dies? Or why would she even want to adopt her ex-husband's baby? That makes no sense.
if she chooses to help support bex. she did say bex and the baby deserve better. it's not completely out there
Agreed. It’s also a bit cruel that people are saying Bex should surrender her daughter if something happened to Rupert.
@@KatieWillems I think it is very out there.
The extreme reaction the fanbase has towards Nate is completely antithetical to everything that Ted believes in.
Damn right! But it seemed to me most fans believed from the beginning Nate would have a redemption arc. I sure did.
Ha! Wingsnight has a double Manchester scarf (it has both of Manchester's clubs on one scarf)
Remember he roots for whichever of those is winning.
Just another callback
I hope your real life sitch gets better soon. Your reactions and commentary are, like a good sandwich, always worth the wait. Take care red.
Liked the speech that Ted had at the end, but realistically speaking, a part of me was hoping that the thing with the counselor wouldn’t have been brushed under the rug like that. I mean, maybe they don’t want Ted to come off as petty, but I feel something should be said from a ethical and maybe legal standpoint. Because I remember Ted mentioned having a bad experience with therapy when he was married.
That does paint a very suspect picture of Jake, doesn't it? I don't see him lasting long. It also gives one the impression that Michelle is drawn to people who tell her what she wants to hear. Even Ted. Jake seems like a new Ted, who has opinions about what the old Ted did wrong. But he's probably doing all the same things, or worse. And what Michelle probably needs is someone completely unlike Ted, someone who doesn't offer solutions or try to fix her, but can just let her have her feelings.
Hope everything is going okay. And worry not, we'll never abandon you Jacqui. 👍✌❤
14:09 Good catch, Smarty Pants. I didn't notice it when I first watched this episode. 🤓🏳🌈
I thought this episode was about charlatans. There's a throughline through this whole season of everyone looking outside themselves for guidance, for hope and strength, and how some people take advantage of that. Zava positioned himself as the team's north star (syncing up nicely with the joke about no one knowing which way north was). Shandi set herself up as a confident ally for Keeley. And of course, Rupert looms large over Nate even when he's not there. What is Natalia but an extension of Rupert's empty glamour?
But Charlatans never offer anything real. The confidence Zava gave the team quickly vanished. He couldn't help them through their self-doubt, because he wasn't really interested in them, only himself. So he abandoned them when their failures dragged down his glory. Shandi's confidence turned out to be a refusal to ever admit fault, which isn't real confidence at all. Keeley was looking for support, but Shandi was only interested in what Keeley could do for her. And Natalia seemed to symbolize the glory Nate has been chasing since last season. Even her name is a glamorization of his. Wouldn't "Nate and Natalia" would look fabulous in a tabloid headline? But obviously, she had nothing of substance to offer, nor was she interested in his substance.
I think this season has confused people, because its big dramatic turns are so subtle. But this scene was a big dramatic turn for Nate. Some reviewers have said his arc seems to be missing beats, and that may be true. But this beat was as deep as it was soft.
Also, I gotta say, I laughed out loud when you superimposed the scene from Zoolander over Natalia running off with her little supermodel crew. I realize now that's exactly what the scene reminded me of. Nicely done.
You think you love this show now...just wait till you watch the next episode
Compliment sandwich, those are good, unfortunately in the military we call it a shit sandwich, something bad followed by a filling of something bad and then finished with something bad. Really helps in making you want to try harder... or so leadership thinks it does.
These videos are great. It’s nice to see how great the community for TL is. I disagree with the idea that Ted needs to go back to America at the end of the show though.
I really don’t like Ted’s Ex wife this season. She has been making selfish decisions when it comes to Henry and has been a really bad co-parent. The show has an amazing potential to show the difficulties Father’s have with divorce and custody. What if Ted fights to have Henry move to England at the end of the season instead? Not only will it let Ted continue to coach a profesional team, but also allow the potential for Marlboro Man to get with Sassy. Am I the only one wishing for this pairing?
Absolutely. I don't think Ted has a future in Kansas. He's building something important in London. I'd like to see Michelle decide to move away from her home town too. Not for Ted, but for herself, for a change, and for Henry.
I think Ted's panic attacks are about losing control of his life, the way his father did. But I think the solution isn't to regain control. It's to let go, and go with the flow.
Jacqui, first off, hang in there! Meanwhile, I love this show too, but this episode really worried me. Still wonderful, but some really problematic subtext:
That Ted's son bullied someone is great from a story standpoint, but the show candy-coating it feels false to me. Shouldn't Ted have talked to him about the actual incident? Instead it's all fine, onward.
Meanwhile, Ted is barely shown coaching -- we saw more effort from Ted to actually coach in season 1, and Ted barely knew what soccer was at that point.
Keeley/Jack -- I love the confirmation Keeley is bi, but once again the show is all about inappropriate work relationships/dynamics. Jack is Keeley's BOSS, who owns her company! In this very episode we saw Keeley go white as a sheet when Jack fake-fired her. So there is just no way for Keeley and Jack to have a relationship that is remotely equal. At least with Rebecca/Sam there was a huge divide between their jobs and both of them were so honorable there was no way they would cross lines. But we don't know that about Jack yet.
Then we get the weird scene with Nate at Taste of Athens, I do not see it as a win that Jade the Icy Hostess sat down to share his meal, since she's been a cold, unnecessarily cruel bully to Nate ever since we first met her. So I don't want them to get together, and hate the message behind it. I am glad to see Nathan still has the visible remnants of a soul, at least.
I love this show but it's very uneven right now for me -- I feel like this whole gang needs Dr. Sharon and it needs her bad.
YES! Thank you!
I'm concerned, but it's only happened once, and he was sorry that he had done it and apologized. So the response may have seemed mild, but I'm not sure that it warranted a nuclear response AT THIS POINT. Now, if it happens again, that's a whole other matter. It absolutely needs to be addressed differently differently.
So does that mean Beard and Roy both dated Gina Gershon?
ok so did you happen to notice the scarf on guy Rebecca used to date? when his fiancee said shite in nining armor there was continuity error (or easter egg) during that scene with the scarf. at one point the scarf has TED letters showing, then MAN. rewatch the scene again and see for yourself. I think writers did that deliberately. So that would make Ted the shite in nining armor. maybe?
as far as Rebecca getting a baby, i dont think Rupert & his wife are goin to die and leave her the baby. I mean wouldnt the baby go to Bexs family? why would it go to Rebecca? She's not the godmother but she is of Sassy's child. so more likely Sassy would die.
the scarf was a man united and man city one.
You’re theory is absolutely correct. As far as Rebecca becoming a mom…marrying Ted and becoming Henry’s stepmom.
@@CWazBroadwayBandGeek Ted and Rebecca have had zero chemistry. You may as well predict Ted and Keeley becoming an item. Or Ted and Roy. They actually have chemistry. Ted's definitely going to end up with Sassy.
I’m sorry you’re going through some tough personal stuff. Please don’t feel beholden to your viewers for video releases, we’ll be here for when you’re in a good space again.
I hope youre well, lovely reactions as always, we always have the same reactions so thats super fun! I've been loving the lgbt rep as well
I really don't like how the apology rap makes it seem like Bullies can just make up for it with some big public act that the victim can't reasonably reject without the class thinking you're a jerk.
Tell me you went to art school w/o telling me you went to art school XD
What is the channel name for your old partner. So we can support him as well.
I actually like that you posts videos later because all the other reactors that I follow post the days after the episode airs and that's too much to watch
I admirre the way they treated the LGBTQ storylines this season, because they reflected the reality of the league. Its a big deal. That old-fashioned womanising alpha is still very much the Premier League Footballer persona. I think, and I could be wrong, that there's only one openly gay footballer in the whole league. Now, 20 teams - conservatively 25 players in the senior set-up - it's just statistical nonsense that there'd only be one gay player. Yet, it's still - for the players themselves - such a tough thing to come out. A lot of attitudes are still stuck in a worldview that doesn't reflect the relaity of society. Sadly. It is changing, just slowly.
did the guy rebecca dumped say he supported man city before? when he mentioned he just supports whoevers winning, and is now supporting man united? lol I'm not that into football but im pretty sure swapping from man city to man united is crime? and vise versa
I kinda don’t like Jack and Keeley as partners. I’m strong on Keeley and Roy because they’re so good together and Jack and Keeley is just REALLY unprofessional.
Should have made the gay characters less cliche. You said it; Trent, the hair and the strut, and Colin physically small, boyish. Better if Issac had been gay, or someone less obvious. Both guys who were gay are cliches. Enjoyed your eruditions Jacqui!
🤔You look great in a white sweater.
Loving the reactions but not the "cult leader" nickname for Zava, Cult leaders are devious and actively recruit weak minded people. I don't think that's accurate for Zava
Enjoy the videos... But not everything has to be a fkn statement or have an agenda... Just watch the show and enjoy it.
#TeamTartt
Take your time please
22:34 This is an intriguing line of questioning, and I am 100% here for whatever conclusions Jacqui cares to draw. 😋😍
34:53 Right there with you Jacqui. Not many shows will make you laugh and cry numerous times pretty much every single episode, but Ted Lasso has All The Heart ❤💌🧡💘💛💝💚💖💙💗💜💓🤎💞🖤💕🤍💟❣💔❤🔥❤🩹
I truly don't get why you hate Zava so much. Half the characters you hate doesn't make any sense.
The Keeley and Jack thing felt forced and rushed just for a way to stick it to Roy.
I honestly don't know who's making the bigger mistake here, Jade or Keeley...
Keeley 100%
"just have fun"? This is a professional football club, not a kindergarten. You can't rely on positive thinking and doing nothing. Players aren't here to just have fun, they're h ere to train, learn and win. idc how nice of a guy Ted is, right now he's a horrible manager. The club needs a professional, who understands the sport, the tactics... trains the players the way they need. But he puts 0 effort into making this team better.