Kid Nation, on CBS

[ChrisTheCop]

I tivo'd the first ep for kicks, not expecting much from what is basically a Survivor rip off.

But I watched Survivor, then this.
And I gotta tell ya, this looks like it may have legs.

Ok, it's missing the sex appeal of Survivor, but the drama of being away from home, and trying to live without (more than just a little) guidance, is captivating...and at times, touching. Yes, it seems that sometimes plot lines may have been suggested behind the scenes, and it gets a little sappy at times, but I think the emotions are real.

The only parts I didnt like was when the host (ala Jeff Probst) visits. He just seems like a giant pedophile boyscout leader. They mightve done better with a current child celeb.

I have a feeling Aggie'll like it too, but I put it out there for the rest of you. Wednesdays at 8pm.

[Snacks]

My friend was over and there was nothing on so he left on Kid Nation. I had no interest at first but started to pay attention and actually liked the show. It was interesting to see some of the kids grow up fast knowing it was down to them to do everything. I think this show will show that todays society baby's kids too much and that if allowed or forced to grow up that they can do it.

[DarkHippie]

I really enjoyed this show. I was hoping that it'll turn into Lord of the Flies, butnow i relaly want them to do a good job. And i hope they kick that bully's ass

[Ay Kay Forty2]

i totally forgot about it on wednesday night, but i think there is a encore of the first episode sometime on saturday, I'll have to check it out.

I like the promo for the next episode where they vote who will kill the chicken and if they want to. Well, they better decide before they go after the fat kids.

[IamPixie]

Kid jesus is the cutest.

[Reephdweller]

Kid Nation is really good. I was so interested in seeing the show from the first time I heard of it I Tivo'd it but my cable cut out so I missed it. Luckily it's on the CBS website so I saw it last night and loved it. I added it to my season passes of shows.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

just watched the encore show. Pretty cool show. God, I hate that Jared kid. Everything about him makes me wanta punch a dog. That Greg is kinda a badass. Can't wait to see the next episode.

[ChrisTheCop]

This week's episode (#2) was just as good as the first one.

The town council made the right decision;
michael has been helpful even b4 the gold star was known, so he deserved it. That 15 yr old kid was only in it for the star...if he does another week of hard work, maybe... but according the the previews, his chances dont look good.

oh...and the chicken scene was rough to watch.

[spoon]

It's good and I am watching it, but it could be great done differently.

[Aggie]

If Chris thinks I'll like it I should get on board! I trust his tastes, how could I not after Sorority Life bonding??? ;)

I actually recorded the first episode, then deleted it before watching becuase I'm overwhelmed with all the new shows I want to watch...but I'll add it again since it's getting decent reviews.

[TheMojoPin]

Oh, sniz-ap. AGGIE.

[S0S]

How Greg acts is so relevant to dealing with some people. If he could have hung in for a few more episodes, he could have gotten a gold star but it looks like he gave up.:thumbdown:

Emilie wants the chickens all to herself.:tongue:

Michael deserved the gold star for his overall effort.

[ChrisTheCop]

Michael deserved the gold star for his overall effort.

That kid comes with his own Applause sign.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

at first, I absolutely HAAATED Jared (dorky kid with the cowboy hat) at first. He was soo annoying. But, the second episode really switched me. He's fucking hilarous. Him holding up a dead chicken. Everything thing he says is painfully hysterical.

Also, I wonder if ordinary people can challenge the council for new members. That Taylor needs to go. Elect Sophie or Michael. Something.

[ChrisTheCop]

I believe they mentioned in the 1st episode that the Town Council can indeed be replaced/

and yeah, Jared: you dont want him to be your kid, but he's very entertaining.

[spoon]

The council definitely can be replaced at the town meeting and the beauty queen should be the target soon if not already. Michael is a cool kid too and deserved the star. These kids are more mature then most of the survivor cast so far.

[ChrisTheCop]

Does anyone know what the hell they were drinking at the party?
It was supposed to look like Irish car bombs, or whatever, but... it looked like probably Coke and seltzer? Pretty gross downing a coke, yeah?

Anywho... I'm surprised animal rights people arent all over this show...or are they? I just havent heard... but with the chickens last week and the treatment of the sheep this week, someones gotta be upset.

Greg will eventually get a star, as long as he doesnt f it up.
and the little one getting it this week was touching, even though I dont think she shouldve gotten it just cuz its her bday.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

it was awesome how Sophie totally bitched out Taylor for being a pretty queen snob. And her crying like a babe. hilarious.

[Snacks]

it was awesome how Sophie totally bitched out Taylor for being a pretty queen snob. And her crying like a babe. hilarious.

Was I wrong that I was happy that the little bitch Taylor was crying and that they all ganged up on her? She such a little bitch, her parents are obviously filling her head with all the wrong shit. She talks down to everyone with her screaming "quiet" and her throwing her arms around and her unforgettable "Deal with it"

It was funny when the one little kid stood up and said that soon the town will do something she doesnt like and she will have to deal with it. That was great.

[Reephdweller]

Anywho... I'm surprised animal rights people arent all over this show...or are they? I just havent heard... but with the chickens last week and the treatment of the sheep this week, someones gotta be upset.
.


I guess PETA is upset...

http://getactive.peta.org/campaign/kid_nation_cruelty

Tell CBS to Stop Killing Animals in Cheap Attempts to Boost Ratings!

CBS is at it again. Under the "leadership" of its president, Les Moonves, the network has become known for its gratuitous cruelty to animals—all done for ratings. First, rats and pigs were violently killed on Survivor to shock viewers, and now Moonves and his cronies have stooped to a new low by having kids kill animals on CBS' new show Kid Nation. You may wonder how Moonves missed the lesson that encouraging young people to kill animals (in this case, chickens, rats, and pigs) is not only bad for animals but also bad for kids—and the rest of society. “Murderers ... very often start out by killing and torturing animals as kids,” according to Robert K. Ressler, who developed profiles of serial killers for the Federal Bureau of Investigation.


Although we are loathe to call attention to CBS' new "controversial reality show," we thought that all the people who contacted us with their concerns might want to write to the person who's been at the helm of CBS ever since the beginning of the network's thirst for animal blood. For those unfamiliar with the show, Kid Nation features a group of kids who are "left" in an Old West-style town for 40 days. In the latest episode, some of the kids are shown arguing about whether or not to kill three chickens for dinner. Several of the children had grown close to the chickens during their time on the show and didn't want them to be killed. Eventually, a small group of children convinces the others to go along with killing the animals because no other protein sources are available to them. The kids proceed to chop off the birds' heads on air. Some of the children were clearly traumatized.


Moonves and CBS should have ensured that these kids had access to vegetarian protein sources (such as beans, nuts, whole grains, veggie burgers, etc.) so that they could have gone with their compassionate instincts and not killed these animals. Under the premise of showing "reality," Moonves and CBS have now caused animals to die and kids to be scarred, just so the network could make more money.

[Nothing Sound]

That little Taylor bitch is a goer for sure.

[spoon]

Yah peta, let's just act like "a small group of children" convinced them. From what I saw, almost all of the kids were for the move. It's sad that even kids realize it's not torture, but a need. Big fucking deal and it's arguments/stands like these that simply crush their credibility.

As for Taylor, I find it hilarious that people already follow her bc of her looks. That asian girl and the other white kid that looks like those things you used to have at the end of a pencil (troll with weird hair I think) have all but formed a click as happens oh so often in schools. They laugh at anything she says and always follow. Funny how early it starts and you sure can tell her parents act the same fucking way. The yellow team is pretty much a waste and I would have made them do those dishes before taking over the kitchen.

[StupidGirlllll]

That little Taylor bitch is a goer for sure.


Yea I like the way she has such a big mouth until they all started to gand up on her then she started to cry.

[ChrisTheCop]

Next week: Town Council Elections!!!! I'll guess Mike and Taylor are voted out.

This week: WTF is up with Laurel's lips? No chapstick in the 1880's?

Also, Cody's girlfriend looked like Cody in drag.

Line of the week: (paraphrased) "In order to forget your girlfriend, lets go look at some cows... or are those bulls?"


and again with the simulated drinking! Is rootbeer beer or a shot?

[waltermitty]

This week: WTF is up with Laurel's lips? No chapstick in the 1880's?



I also noticed some Nasty shit on Mike's Lips....
Cold Sores all around!!!

Herpes is spreading through Bonanza City... Just like the 1880's!!!!

[StupidGirlllll]

Next week: Town Council Elections!!!! I'll guess Mike and Taylor are voted out.

and again with the simulated drinking! Is rootbeer beer or a shot?

I was thinking the same thing all the kids where doing rootbeer shots. I really dislike that little girl Taylor, watch I bet you as soon as she does not get re-elected she is gonna quit. I really do not think that Mike is doing such a bad job. I really was glad that they gave the "gold star" to Morgan she really deserved it & for some weird reason I just knew thats what her mom was going to look like.

[Snacks]

Next week: Town Council Elections!!!! I'll guess Mike and Taylor are voted out.

This week: WTF is up with Laurel's lips? No chapstick in the 1880's?

Also, Cody's girlfriend looked like Cody in drag.

Line of the week: (paraphrased) "In order to forget your girlfriend, lets go look at some cows... or are those bulls?"


and again with the simulated drinking! Is rootbeer beer or a shot?

I couldnt believe he was crying over his "girlfriend". Hes 9 years old, shes a friend. I think its a little weird that the kids are all drinking root beer and drinking it like its shots or real alcohol. In 15 years all these kids will run to the drink when they have problems. They're already getting used to it.

I think Taylor has no clue about the real world. The coming attractions for next week shes talking about how she will win reelection. She has no shot and if she does then they all deserve what she does.

As for the reward. I think they should have chose the mini golf course. Not everyone there is into religion but they all could have used the golf course. It amazes me how quickly we as a society brain wash kids with religion. You could see the fear that each kid had towards an opposing religion and the hate they showed.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

and again with the simulated drinking! Is rootbeer beer or a shot?

What's with Taylor and that albino chick drinking at the saloon while the other kids are totally ripping them a new one.

Also, Cody trying to get his mind of his girlfriend by washing away his sorrow in a root beer bottle.

On a side note, aren't all the rewards major cockteases. A choice between Pizzas or a microwave. Holy Books or Golfs. What's the next reward going to be, a choice between rifles to hunt jackrabbits or 4 indentured chinamen.

[DarkHippie]

I'm not surprised about the chapped lips. they're in the desert after all.

Taylor is gonna win next week by sucking alot of cock. She's got the lips for it.

I am in love with Sophia. She's gonna be president of the universe someday.

[Aggie]

I couldnt believe he was crying over his "girlfriend". Hes 9 years old, shes a friend. I think its a little weird that the kids are all drinking root beer and drinking it like its shots or real alcohol. In 15 years all these kids will run to the drink when they have problems. They're already getting used to it.

As for the reward. I think they should have chose the mini golf course. Not everyone there is into religion but they all could have used the golf course. It amazes me how quickly we as a society brain wash kids with religion. You could see the fear that each kid had towards an opposing religion and the hate they showed.

I totally agree about the fake drinking thing. That actually really bothered me when I watched my first episode. All they are doing is imitating adults and 'partying' like they've seen at home or on TV...I know a saloon had shot glasses, but there are 8 year olds there. Them saying they're going to go drown their sorrows in root beer is not amusing to me.

I see what you're saying about the religion/golf prize, but I think they made the right choice. Not because everyone wants to read about religion, but I think the golf course would have caused MAJOR issues. I mean, if they can't even get the yellow team to clean and cook like they were supposed to, imagine if they had a mini golf course tempting them? It would make delayed gratification so much harder if everytime they walked somewhere a fun distraction was staring them in the face. I don't think anything would get done!

[Aggie]

Next week: Town Council Elections!!!! I'll guess Mike and Taylor are voted out.
This week: WTF is up with Laurel's lips? No chapstick in the 1880's?


HAHAHA I thought the exact same thing about her lips. It seemed like everytime the cut away to her talking it was worse!

I really thought Mallory was going to blow away when that wind storm kicked in...I wanted to run there and carry her to safety. It made me nervous.

Thanks for getting me on board Chris, I like it! I missed the first and part of the second episodes but have seen the rest to date.

DEAL WITH IT needs to go. Before I even finished my first episode I had her pegged as the little naggy wife in training. Her dad must be miserable! :help:

[Snacks]

HAHAHA I thought the exact same thing about her lips. It seemed like everytime the cut away to her talking it was worse!

I really thought Mallory was going to blow away when that wind storm kicked in...I wanted to run there and carry her to safety. It made me nervous.

Thanks for getting me on board Chris, I like it! I missed the first and part of the second episodes but have seen the rest to date.

DEAL WITH IT needs to go. Before I even finished my first episode I had her pegged as the little naggy wife in training. Her dad must be miserable! :help:

So what your saying is the mother must be a older version of the daughter? LOL When I read what you wrote I immediately started to laugh my ass off, picturing her as a 35 year old house wife and it would be misery for anyone married to someone like that!

[Aggie]

Exactly Snacks...she just seems like she must be a tiny version of her mother and I thought about her poor dad and how terrible it must be to come home to that everyday! :wallbash:

[EffMeBoobs]

I was thinking to myself about these kids drowning themselves in root beer pity and then another thought came to my head......chapped lips = herpes = the clap in the 1800s? Good thought to ponder.

[Reephdweller]

Last nights episode was good. I'm glad Taylor finally got kicked off the town council it was her time to go.

It's about time that Greg got a gold star, that kids been killing himself for one.

[Aggie]

So happy Zach is now leader. I felt bad for Mike getting NO votes but he also bugged me so I don't feel too bad for him.

We'll see if Greg works just as hard now that he has his money. I have a feeling he might slack off a little. I really wonder how much supervision they have. I saw Greg be somewhat touchy with Taylor's little blonde friend who was bawling a few times. Right after the showdown when the won the prize I saw him pick her up in a hug and swing her around. Then he was in her face on the floor next to her while she was crying. I'm probably reading way too much into it but it's a little creepy to see such a mature guy with all those little girls around.

The previews looked good, we'll see if this council can get results.

[Snacks]

So happy Zach is now leader. I felt bad for Mike getting NO votes but he also bugged me so I don't feel too bad for him.

We'll see if Greg works just as hard now that he has his money. I have a feeling he might slack off a little. I really wonder how much supervision they have. I saw Greg be somewhat touchy with Taylor's little blonde friend who was bawling a few times. Right after the showdown when the won the prize I saw him pick her up in a hug and swing her around. Then he was in her face on the floor next to her while she was crying. I'm probably reading way too much into it but it's a little creepy to see such a mature guy with all those little girls around.

The previews looked good, we'll see if this council can get results.

your defiantly looking way too much into that. He was trying to be like a big brother and console her.

As for Taylor losing, that was great. Yet it shows that there was only 1 smart girl that voted for a leader rather then a popularity contest. Zach has shown to be the most mature and understanding person out there.

The girl Olivia annoys me. She has that awful lisp and she was the reason her sister got a gold star even though she didnt deserve it. She was also the first one to talk down about other peoples religion.

I was happy for guylan, he is home schooled and wanted to take advantage and try things he hasnt been able to do.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

Olivia reminded me of Tracy Flick from Election.

http://img2.timeinc.net/people/i/2006/celebdatabase/reesewitherspoon/reese_witherspoon7_180_135.jpg

[Aggie]

I can totally see that AK!

I'm really into this show now, last night's episode was good with the garbage problem and everyone but Taylor seemed to be helping. I'm so glad DK got the gold star, he really deserved it.

I'm also surprised that the council seems to make the 'mature' decision every week about the reward. I didn't see the first 2 episodes so I don't know what the choices were then but they've turned down a mini-golf course, a BBQ with meat, doon buggies and other neat stuff. I think eventually they should pick something fun but they've made those decisions for the greater good at a very young age.

The preview for next week looked good..."they learn that money changes everything!"

[ChrisTheCop]

Aggie, I'm glad youre digging it. You can go to cbs.com and watch the premiere ep if ya like.

About last night, ok, so they came up with a punishment, but no punishment for not carrying out your punishment? Zach said she wouldnt get any money.... wow, no 10cents.... but how about a jail or time out room where you cant participate in challenges/share a reward... or if they ever have dessert, no dessert? Taylor's got away scot free and Im surprised more kids arent observing this and joining in her lazitude. DK stood up for her, he should now talk to her and say, "I stood up for you, dont let me down."

Speaking of DK, his talk with Guylan was edited, so is it possible that Guylan said something like, "go back in and you WONT be disappointed...we gotta give a gold star out, REMEMBERRRR??? wink wink nudge nudge". I like DK, but I think the convo shouldve been in front of everyone so no one would think it was rigged.

and Guylan, im sorry, but I have to keep reminding myself that kid is a guy.

[MrPink]

I'm a huge fan of Kid Nation, but one thing that's been bugging me is that gold star. It's a 2 pound gold star worth $20,000. I just wonder if they mean a 2 troy pound gold star or 2 avoirdupois pound gold star. Gold and other precious metals are measured in troy ounces which translates to troy pounds. At the current gold price, the gold star is worth (770.2*12 ounces*2) $18,485. If they are talking about standard pounds then it's worth (770.2*14.58333*2) $22,464. That's a $4,000 difference! Shit, this feels like an OCD.:annoyed:

[ChrisTheCop]

I'm a huge fan of Kid Nation, but one thing that's been bugging me is that gold star. It's a 2 pound gold star worth $20,000. I just wonder if they mean a 2 troy pound gold star or 2 avoirdupois pound gold star. Gold and other precious metals are measured in troy ounces which translates to troy pounds. At the current gold price, the gold star is worth (770.2*12 ounces*2) $18,485. If they are talking about standard pounds then it's worth (770.2*14.58333*2) $22,464. That's a $4,000 difference! Shit, this feels like an OCD.:annoyed:

and just where do they secure it? do the producers take it away and promise to give it back later? or are all those gold stars hidden under their beds?

[MrPink]

Yeah, I'm waiting for an episode where one of the kids get his star stoled. And I heard some kid got burned pretty bad, when is that coming?

[sailor]

taylor's by far my favorite on the show. "um, that's too bad, my butt!" i hope they're paying her to be a heel on purpose. it's just insane.

as for the rewards, i also love them taking the mature choice every week, except for the religious books. that was very short sighted and i know none of the kids were reading those books even a week later.

and, i may be don't get the bit guy, but you do know those aren't real gold stars, right? they're just symbols and the kids will get a check for the cash.

[buzzard]

I don't see Taylor EVER getting a gold star...that Guylan kid seems awfully sensitive and the beans & pigs were awesome.I felt for the kid (DK?) that did win the star this week..seemed like his family really needed some help.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

Man, that kid Jared is one interesting fellow.

First, in the begining of the episode, he knocks over tables as if he's Jesus pissed off in a temple yelling "Not in my House".

and then the weak apologize to Divad or whatever her name is.

And finally, raising enough money to gain a pimp wardrobe. I literally had to bite my finger I was laughing so hard with his hat and clothes. Plus, the swizzlestick for a pimp cane.

[StupidGirlllll]

I must say Taylor is really starting to pull her own weight. Did you see when she said all I was doing is laundry. I feel so proud of her.

[ChrisTheCop]

yeah, i think she'll eventually get a star if she keeps it up.

did you see that kid pull his groin or rip his pants when he was celebrating the news of a talent show? They never really explained that.

and Jared continues to amaze. I just dont see how he'll ever get a gold star, unless they do a Rupert-style home audience vote.

and with a voice like that, why didnt laurel participate in the talent show???

[buzzard]

I was also pleased to see Taylor getting with the program,it was cool to see the Kentucky kids bonding too!I'm really surprised to see the maturity factor happening so quickly & often.23 days is a long time!

[ChrisTheCop]

For the very first time, I wasnt happy to see Taylor cry.
I guess she's growing on me.

[WampusCrandle]

For the very first time, I wasnt happy to see Taylor cry.
I guess she's growing on me.

i know what you mean, i normally hate her. but this time. . . .sad. i did like the fact that there is going to be another vote for the town leaders is going to be real interesting, i think it might be an entire sweep - "out with the old, in with the new"

and with that said, who do you think will be the new town leaders?

Blue District:
Anjay or Greg

Green District:
Laurel or Michael

Red District:
Guylan or DK

Yellow District:
Zach or Blaine

im going with blue-greg, red-dk, yellow-blaine, and its a 50/50 for green.

[ChrisTheCop]

What bothered me is that DK wants to take away leadership from the guy who convinced HIM to stay 5 minutes longer so he could get his gold star!

And Blaine (thats not a name, thats a kitchen appliance)
He's the only one to raise his hand and say the council's doing a good job...
but then turns around, after receiving a gold star from them, and says he wants to oust Zach.
Consistency is good in a leader!

To answer your question, I think itll be a 3/4 shakeup, because Laurel will explain why she made the decision she did, and thats a pretty strong devotion (I did it because youre all perfect, and I love you!), so maybe even her opponent will withdraw.

[sailor]

i can't imagine laurel losing. the first time no one would run against her and she basically went along with that by not allowing anyone to be traded. it's hilarious that she is being ripped for not trading and anjay is being ripped for the opposite reason. blaine took his move as a chance to grow, yet his gay lover is throwing a constant hissy-fit over it. very embarrassing. zach turned into a douch overnight...i wish taylor was going to run against him and defeat him. it's also constantly amusing to see all the kids break down when one of them leaves. kids are so funny/emotional.

[StupidGirlllll]

Yea the Yellow District is def in need of yet another change. Zach is no better than any other yellow member laughing at that poor girl who was crying tg for Greg he tried to make her feel better & tuck her into bed. Guylan already said if he could turn back time he would of not ran for the Council & Anjay I just feel bad for him, I think he needs to take a break from the council. Taylor is really turning into being one of my fav now that she is off the council.

[TeeBone]

Deal with it

[sailor]

that's the other thing. if they can't win the gold star on the council, why the hell would a sane person want to be on the council? fuck being in power.

[StupidGirlllll]

that's the other thing. if they can't win the gold star on the council, why the hell would a sane person want to be on the council? fuck being in power.

Because you are in power you 4 are calling all the shots & making all the decisions for the town. Power play

[sailor]

Because you are in power you 4 are calling all the shots & making all the decisions for the town. Power play

20k smacks power around like a bitch. and, they don't even have that much power.

[StupidGirlllll]

20k smacks power around like a bitch. and, they don't even have that much power.

Yea but they make the decisions on who gets the gold star & what reward to take.. & you are not guarented a gold star but if you are on council at least you have that. That kid Mike would never of gotten a gold star why do you think he was so upset when he was voted out.

[Reephdweller]

I think the jew crew needs to get a dose of reality, so I hope Zach gets ousted by Blaine.

I also hope Greg takes Anjay the fuck out. I can see Laurel staying on as a council leader.

[StupidGirlllll]

I think the jew crew needs to get a dose of reality, so I hope Zach gets ousted by Blaine.

I also hope Greg takes Anjay the fuck out. I can see Laurel staying on as a council leader.

If this happens then watch I bet there will be a merge between the blue & yellow teams with Greg as leader & Blaine 2nd in command

[Ay Kay Forty2]

I thought it was hilarous when they were introducing the new kid to the Red District jailhouse and everyone was pissed off at Guylan. And Jared told him "you better lock yourself up at nighttime". !!!!! Was he threating to beat him with a sock full of soap. Fucking hysterical.

It was also fun to see Sophie totally knock Guylan down a peg with the "FU"

[WampusCrandle]

I thought it was hilarous when they were introducing the new kid to the Red District jailhouse and everyone was pissed off at Guylan. And Jared told him "you better lock yourself up at nighttime". !!!!! Was he threating to beat him with a sock full of soap. Fucking hysterical.

It was also fun to see Sophie totally knock Guylan down a peg with the "FU"

Sophie made me laugh so freakin hard when that flew out of her mouth! i just cant wait to see next weeks episode since anjay will def. be voted out of the council. the other thing that i cant believe is that the entire red district hates the new addition - ha, lord, Guyland better watch his back!

[Chigworthy]

Millhouse is a total dickhole. I liked him until that episode where he was trying to keep Taylor in the room when they were confronting her. He kept holding the door and looking back at the rest of the kids with that approval-seeking nervous shit-eater on his face. I didn't like Taylor that much, but I was happy to see her give him a few kicks.

[WampusCrandle]

Millhouse is a total dickhole. I liked him until that episode where he was trying to keep Taylor in the room when they were confronting her. He kept holding the door and looking back at the rest of the kids with that approval-seeking nervous shit-eater on his face. I didn't like Taylor that much, but I was happy to see her give him a few kicks.


anjay is a living Milhouse - i cant think of him as anjay anymore

[Landblast]

Make Sophia, Laurel, Hunter, and Kid Jesus the district leaders and that town would get some shit done.

[StupidGirlllll]

Make Sophia, Laurel, Hunter, and Kid Jesus the district leaders and that town would get some shit done.

Sophie & Laurel are too close to be seperated, but a good idea might be to switch them, as Sophie is the only other person I can see running the green district.

[Ay Kay Forty2]

tonight's episode was crazy. The sudden shift of power. the "respect" game. I could see that working in cub scouts but it just seemed ill conceived. At first, I thought baby Jared said the game sucked cock. You could tell he was holding back his brutal honesty.

Michael seems to be the only one with common sense. DK is alright but he follows a lot of Greg and Blaine. I used to called Blaine "Greg's Toadie". Now, he actually seems competent and realizes that Greg's an ass most of the time.

got kinda sick of Laurel bitchin' about not being on the council. She was the best of the counsel but it kinda got to her head. And Michael's a good egg.

[sailor]

"you won twenty-thousand dow-lahs??!?" crazy episode.

[DarkHippie]

That pie challenge looked delicious. I kinda hoped that they would rip up Beauty Queen's letter and threw it in her face. That's what you get for not cleaning the fucking dishes!!

[ChrisTheCop]

and according to the previews, Taylor hasnt learned a thing.

[DarkHippie]

I can hardly wait till Taylor starts doing porn

[StupidGirlllll]

and according to the previews, Taylor hasnt learned a thing.

Yea but people you have to realize that this poor kid is only 10 & thats how alot of kids act now adays I kinda feel bad for her. Her best friend went home & she was upset.. I feel like they are picking on her.. I am sure she is not the only kid there not pulling her own weight. I also did not get why Laurel got the gold star this week all she did is complain about being kicked off cancel & how downgraded

[ChrisTheCop]

There's kids there that are younger than 10 and theyre doing fine. Remember, I think it was Kid Jesus who said, "Lets not any of us blame our age for not being able to do something."

Taylor's a prissy little spoiled rotten kid whose parents have no parenting skills. She's been taught that all she has to do is cry, or promise she'll be good, and she gets anything she wants... even when she doesnt come thru. It's time for town council to "pick on" her some more and show her what a promise means. I agree with Greg that the letter from home wouldve been a little hard to take away... but if she keeps her crap up, and it looks as though she does... its time for the council to take away her share of a reward. Maybe even say, when given a choice between two... ask Taylor what she thinks they should pick. Pick it, and dont let her partake. (I know, I'd be an evil parent).

Theres only like 10 days left, and Taylor should get something out of this experience.

And yeah, that fat kid (Jennie?) is definitely not pulling her own weight. That would be impossible...did you see her eating the pies she was supposed to be shuffling to the next person?

[WampusCrandle]

Taylor's a prissy little spoiled rotten kid whose parents have no parenting skills. She's been taught that all she has to do is cry, or promise she'll be good, and she gets anything she wants... even when she doesnt come thru. It's time for town council to "pick on" her some more and show her what a promise means. I agree with Greg that the letter from home wouldve been a little hard to take away... but if she keeps her crap up, and it looks as though she does... its time for the council to take away her share of a reward. Maybe even say, when given a choice between two... ask Taylor what she thinks they should pick. Pick it, and dont let her partake. (I know, I'd be an evil parent).

Theres only like 10 days left, and Taylor should get something out of this experience.

And yeah, that fat kid (Jennie?) is definitely not pulling her own weight. That would be impossible...did you see her eating the pies she was supposed to be shuffling to the next person?


taylor is a lost cause - she is just getting prepared for a teen wedding starring her and her baby's daddy.

i almost fell out of my seat seeing that human train wreck they call Jenny eating the pies! did she realize that she was in a competition and not at home, where pies apparently fling past her face, hence the jamming of her pig knuckles into whipped cream? i think not!

i would have also really liked to see the council take the ponies and use them for polo, and order the negros around for a virgin mint julep. that or beat the ponies til they died . . . . please kill the ponies - for the children

[Reynolds]

Ever notice every episode of this show follows the exact same premise? There's a problem in the town. They interview one of the kids, he mainly talks about the problem. Council reads the log, it brings up the issue. They introduce some kid that you haven't even seen in the town yet, and all of the sudden he/she is the center of attention. One of the kids is causing a disturbance. Some kid is crying and wants to go home. The challenge and reward deals with the "problem" of the week. The kid that is all of the sudden the center of attention is up for the gold star. Same shit different week.

It bugs me when the kids call home, the parents ask surprised when the kid is calling. "Hello who's this?" Like she didn't notice the fucking camera crew in her kitchen.

[WampusCrandle]

i cant wait to see how the town will go with a sheriff in town . . .

[Chigworthy]

What if the kids that get gold stars are actually being marked for abduction and kidney theft?

[ChrisTheCop]

As always, Jared had the line of the night:

"Someone without an education... will end up flipping burgers at the supermarket."

He may never win the gold star from town council, but if they Rupert it and let the viewers decide who should win 20k...he'd win in a landslide.

and theyve needed a sheriff since day one when Greg and Blaine were graffiti-ing everything.
She'll make a good cop based on how she handled the chicken selection thing this week.

[StupidGirlllll]

Did you see in the coming attractions, the council leaves her in charge & she draws a box & says noone step in my space. I think she is going to get a little power hungry now. You have to admit tho the green team does work the hardest & I think by now they all have gold stars..Did anybody else notice that the host did not ask anybody if they wanted to leave before they handed out the gold star? Oh & Taylor is way better than Jared in his pimp hat any day. I am really starting to like the kid with the 1 front tooth from Nevada he is very funny.

[Knowledged_one]

How about this for the list of what else sucks about Ohio

Kid Nation pre-empted by a Dayton - Miami (OH) college basketball game

[Chigworthy]

I like Danceman the best.

[WampusCrandle]

the show has to end "lord of the flies" style - kill the fat ones with glasses . . . . maybe chew on the wings a little

[Ay Kay Forty2]

Ahh, Jared. What can I say, He's a gem. I'm glad he was still sportin' the pimp hat. I thought he was going to get caught doing his DDR playing. Danceman.

The previews for next episode show that either Sophia becomes a badass gunslinger type sherieff or a power-drunk sherieff. Either way, I should be entertaining.

[WampusCrandle]

jared is fucking hilarious - as he carries a dead cow bone: "Pelvis has left the building." :lol: oh jared

[Chigworthy]

Ahh, Jared. What can I say, He's a gem.

oh jared

awkward.

[WampusCrandle]

awkward.

excuse me! the love between one consenting adult and one goofy kid who talks about pelvis bones and space particles is none of your bees wax. pardon my french, but you a poo head. harrumph!

[TeeBone]

Every week, I laugh harder at this ridiculous show than any other show. It has it all----the, "Take that Adults" attitude coupled with children who are more adult than most adults I know makes for good TV. Sophia in particular will grow to be a frightening woman. Jared might be the funniest person on TV, period. From last week's 'Dance-man' line to this weeks, "Pelvis has left the building," he has an awkward, cunning wit and I truly believe he could outsmart Eastside Dave and certainly Earl. That little fucker Alex gets that one tooth going, and its over. He could eat rice through a barbed-wire fence with that thing. I say these positives about Kid Nation not so much as an example of quality programming but more as a glaring observation that TV in general is absolutely abhorrent right now if this show, even with its many laughs; is the best thing on TV.

[ChrisTheCop]

whoa there fella. Its not the best thing on tv. Its decent escapism at best, although Ive never missed an episode. (what can i say? i like to escape).

I forget his name now, but that kid who used to be on Council and was crying tonight, then he gets upset at the council for making fun of his crying.... if you recall, he made fun of some younger girl for crying earlier in the season. Hypocrite.

and I know its getting late in the season, but nominating yourself is never a good idea. Besides, next week the stars get bigger, so maybe it was best to hold out.

Watching Jared and Alex discover that dead bull was the most entertaining piece this week.
Alex describing how he wants to hold on to the star a little while because the price of gold is on the rise... hilarious.
and as always, Jared at the end... I thought that thing was gonna sting him.

[StupidGirlllll]

Who was actually flying the balloons? I fell asleep during the challenge for like 10 sec & woke up & the yellow team made it I could not believe it, they where so far behind.

[Landblast]

Zach with the epic meltdown,...also, didn't the Yellow team get a major pass on the challenge?,...you couldnt get the flag until you brought the chicken and that animal back first, but they were carrying all three back at the same time. I think alex was flying the ballons by remote control from the saloon.

[WampusCrandle]

awkward.

Zach with the epic meltdown,...also, didn't the Yellow team get a major pass on the challenge?,...you couldnt get the flag until you brought the chicken and that animal back first, but they were carrying all three back at the same time. I think alex was flying the ballons by remote control from the saloon.

the yellow team def. got a pass because at the last 15 seconds of the challenge they took the timer off - hmmmm, i didnt seem like they could have done what they did with that amount of time left.

[Chigworthy]

Jared at the end... I thought that thing was gonna sting him.

I like how he knew to call it an "exotic pet". "It's poised for attack." Classic.

[ChrisTheCop]

20 minutes before the Finale.

The Tivo description says "an unlikely hero emerges".
That can only mean Jared, right?

Get the kleenex ready.

[thejives]

I watch it online, but the episode posts after it airs ... so I'm expecting you guys to give me some good commentary on a watching thread.

My predictions:
camp fire- children will somehow get marshmallows to toast.
last gold star- Migle
Unlikely hero- Colton
Reward- no matter what they win, CBS will put up the monument anyway. The producer is like "We fucking paid for this and they choose fucking balloons?"

[ChrisTheCop]

ok..so far:
The Job board was burned down by the producers.
There was a riot in the town.
Now the Council has to decide who to give the final gold star to.
DK is crying under the pressure.

I put it in spoliers just in case someone wants to watch later... but so far none of your predix have come true.

[Knowledged_one]

I hate Taylor, what a bitch

She will be handing out Jeff Smokers in 6 years guarentee

[ChrisTheCop]

update:
The final 20,000 gold star was given to Zach.
Now it's day 40 and creepy old guy reached into his bag and pulled out 3 50,000 gold stars.... and previous to that they showed your girl Migle breaking up a fight between Taylors crew and the fat girl from alabama (?) Jen i think.

ok..Ive never seen Migle b4...who the hell is she?

[thejives]

ok..Ive never seen Migle b4...who the hell is she?

She used to be a beauty queen type, but she's become the "nicest person in town."

also...

The gold star count is overwhelmingly male

boys
Michael
Greg
Super Christian Kid
DK
Blaine
Nerdy smart kid who isn't Jared

girls
Laurel
Olivia
Sophie

[thejives]

Did they really burn the job board down?
That's the fucking coolest thing ever.
They probably didn't. Dammit. you had me going.

[DarkHippie]

i think Sophia, Greg, and Jared will get the big stars.

i can hardly wait till sophia turns 18

[ChrisTheCop]

i do not fib in spoilers, my friend.
ok, so they had to win a challenge prior to receiving the stars...but they succeeded, and they won the stars and a party with some special guests and now theyre all heading into town hall to find out who gets the 3 stars....i think its a given at this oint that Migle gets one...but 2 are up for grabs......maybe Mike?

[thejives]

The special guests are probably their parents/family.

Either that or the Bill Cosby who will adopt them all.

[ChrisTheCop]

god guess Jives!

and the winners are:
Sophia, Morgan, and Migle!!!

[thejives]

i think Sophia, Greg, and Jared will get the big stars.

i can hardly wait till sophia turns 18

They can't give the big ones to people who've already gotten them.
That's not cool.

There's that one black kid who's been working his butt off for a while. what's his name? He should get it.

Maybe Sophia.
And I can see where you're going with Danceman..

By the way, glad to see you're healthy enough to indulge in a little predatory behavior.

[thejives]

god guess Jives!

and the winners are:
Sophia, Morgan, and....

Dammit man... I need that name.


Oh cool... you edited it.

[ChrisTheCop]

I think "Jeff Probst" explained that the 1st 2 stars had to be given to the best of the best, meaning those that have earned stars already but deserve another.

the winner spolier has been updated, btw.

[DarkHippie]

That was a very satisfying ending, but i feel bad for the council members. they should get something too.

[thejives]

So the girls did pull out the big money at the end.

Nice.

But what about poor Jared?
Did they let him take home the cow pelvis at least?
:drunk:

[thejives]

That was a very satisfying ending, but i feel bad for the council members. they should get something too.

Yeah... poor Mike became a crazy outsider fast after leaving the council.

But you know. that's public service. The green team probably voted Laurel out so they could give her some damn cash.

Anjay gets nothing! He was funny.

Do they get to keep their buffalo nickels?

[ChrisTheCop]

I'm a little disappointed that not only did Jared not win anything, but they also jipped me out of my weekly Jared humorous ending during the credits. He had to be a fan favorite, like Rupert from survivor... they should have an online vote for $10,000.

All in all, a good show. Hokey, yes, but still entertaining.
Fez had a good idea today; a 10 year Kid Nation reunion. Id love to see what becomes of these kids.

[thejives]

Fez had a good idea today; a 10 year Kid Nation reunion. Id love to see what becomes of these kids.

Sophia will arrive with her elderly "friend" Dark Hippie.

[DarkHippie]

Sophia will arrive with her elderly "friend" Dark Hippie.

I can only hope. My current girlfriend is only 6 years younger than me. She's 24 and over the hill already

[mdr55]

What ever became of that dude that was bothering her? or is that some other chic?

[thejives]

What ever became of that dude that was bothering her? or is that some other chic?

That was the adult male host of the show.

Hopefully he has been isolated from society now that the show is over.

[mdr55]

That was the adult male host of the show.

Hopefully he has been isolated from society now that the show is over.

I was talking to DarkHippie

[DarkHippie]

I was talking to DarkHippie

That's her ex, only he won't acknowledge it. Me and him almost went at it on sunday at the palisades mall. Me and my girl went to the movies and he found us there. We went nose to nose, but that was it.

It'll be interesting when it goes down. He's got the crazy in him, but i still think i can take him.

[mdr55]

On the next episode of Hippie Nation.....

damn can't wait!

[sailor]

chris, migle was big the next-to-last show (the first time i ever saw her) and i thought they were setting her up in their heavy handed editing way to win a star last week.

[WampusCrandle]

On the next episode of Hippie Nation.....

damn can't wait!

i'ld love for their to be a Commune Nation, or even better, Religion Nation, where extremists go crazy in a town filled with atheists that they must convert.

[TeeBone]

The next series of Kid Nation will have the kids cast as 'Settlers,' as opposed to 'Pioneers.' It's going to take place in the woods somewhere in the Northeast.
I have no doubt that a home-schooled child of indeterminate origin will win the first gold star. Kid Nation was a sadly a pretty good show.

I just saw that I put 'Nest' Kid Nation.....Nice post at 5:15 am.

[spoon]

Sophia will arrive with her elderly "friend" Dark Hippie.

Not a chance! It was clear from the show that the girl had a brain?! Heeeeyy ohhhh!

Sorry DH, had to spike that volley ball Jives set for me. Who loves yah pal?

[spoon]

That's her ex, only he won't acknowledge it. Me and him almost went at it on sunday at the palisades mall. Me and my girl went to the movies and he found us there. We went nose to nose, but that was it.

It'll be interesting when it goes down. He's got the crazy in him, but i still think i can take him.

Feel free to hit me with a pm if you need me to watch your back if you ever need to end that bullshit. That story pisses me off a ton and I can surely match his crazy.

[spoon]

As for the show, I really enjoyed it and never thought it would be for me. The lack of reunion ending was a letdown and I too thought the council got ripped off. Mike surely would have been a great choice for a big star and possible the others. I thought the town should have at least voted for 1 or 2 of the town council to get a star as well. I was waiting for the host to say that the whole council would also get a star of their own, but no dice. It really sucked they were out of the equation, but wouldn't it have been funny if they gave them all to each other!

Oh and that info on the next kid nation, is it real?

[Snacks]

As for the show, I really enjoyed it and never thought it would be for me. The lack of reunion ending was a letdown and I too thought the council got ripped off. Mike surely would have been a great choice for a big star and possible the others. I thought the town should have at least voted for 1 or 2 of the town council to get a star as well. I was waiting for the host to say that the whole council would also get a star of their own, but no dice. It really sucked they were out of the equation, but wouldn't it have been funny if they gave them all to each other!

Oh and that info on the next kid nation, is it real?

Everyone on the current council already won a gold star. If you meant the original council, then the ugly redhead girl from Boston, Mike and the Indian kid should have got something. But the other girl (Taylor) didnt. All she deserves is a good swift kick in the ass!

[spoon]

Everyone on the current council already won a gold star. If you meant the original council, then the ugly redhead girl from Boston, Mike and the Indian kid should have got something. But the other girl (Taylor) didnt. All she deserves is a good swift kick in the ass!

So did two of the 50k gold star winners, as per the rules. If they weren't on the council, they'd be up for two of the stars in the leaders of leaders pack.

[Reephdweller]

I really liked the show. I was pretty satisfied with the three who got the big gold stars. I think Sofia definitely deserved it. I thought it was a toss up between Morgan and Laurel on the second star for me.

I didn't see anything about a new Kid Nation what did it say or suggest?

[Yosammity]

I thought that bringing in the kids' parents really dilluted the ending. Afterall, the show was about the kids, shouldn't the ending be as well?

[Reynolds]

You didn't even hear anything about that other girl "Migle" or whatever for the whole season, and then she wins the big gold star? It was all boys on the council, and she was the only one with tits, that's what it came down to.

[Reephdweller]

I just like saying "Migle", that may be my new word.


And you KNOW Greg wanted some of that ass!

[Reynolds]

I just like saying "Migle", that may be my new word.


And you KNOW Greg wanted some of that ass!

Reminds me too much of Magwai (the gizmo thing from gremlins) you know he was kickin game to her before they left, and cbs just wanted to keep it wholesome. 50,000 is worth at least some side tit.

[StanUpshaw]

This show needs to come back.

God damn it.