Well, the early games were only sort of close and I’m stuck with the beginning of a Bobby Knight game so time to bust out The Apprentice tape. Actually, in the opinion of the Raj Ratings, this was a fairly enjoyable episode. The task was interesting in that it wasn’t some “hawk your wares to the masses on the street” task. And, while I dislike ambiguous judging, when it appears this obvious, the results tend to lead to a healthy meltdown. And, oh yeah, Erin took it on the chin. Bliss. On with the show.
Nursery School - Full of crying, childish people that could use either a potty break or a nap. These folks deserve to be watched by the crooked daycares profiled on “60 Minutes”.
Todd, Brian, Danny, Kristen, Michael, Tara, Audrey, John – At this point, I wouldn’t mind seeing some footage of these people post-boot. I have to think the anger, rage, and ineffectiveness that led to their downfalls would only be enhanced by knowing they have no chance at winning.
Erin (BS) (Elem. School) – Only 1 week after I resigned myself to her winning, Trump crawls inside my head and grants my wish. Well, with much less in the way of spitballs and wedgies. Erin really showed her poor side here. Dhe clearly had not enough political capital to be able to afford tanking a challenge, especially considering how clear it is that Trump absolutely plans on firing the 2 people you faced in the boardroom. Plus, you walk like an angry boy. You suck.
Elementary School - Some growth, but in the end it’s a place rife with playground fights, name calling, and a trip to the Principal’s office.
Chris (SS) (Elem. School) – Yup, deader than a doornail. You could become the nationwide spokesman against chewing tobacco and it wouldn’t save your rage fueled little black soul.
Angie (SS) (High School) – Thus endeth your hopes. You have yet to lead well or show much competence at more than waking up first to the phone ringing. And you couldn’t even do that this week.
Middle School - A group that might be growing up but still prone to wild swings based on playground fights, name calling, and puberty.
Stephanie (BS) (Middle School) – Not comically incompetent, but enough negatives have been shown that we know you can’t win.
Craig (SS) (High School) – But Craig won. Why so low? It’s close enough to the end of the game that the rankings need to reflect odds of winning. Craig’s are slim to none. I think he may be the most decent, kind-hearted and normal person on this show. But, if he has issues communicating he can’t win. Trump needs a winner that can work a crowd and Craig isn’t really it. I do think he comes out of this series with his dignity and future intact. Which is more than I can say for the vast majority of these people.
High School - Not quite a child, not quite an adult. Frankly, I still don’t know what to make of these folks.
Bren (BS) (College) – Bren + The Worm - Gravity = Comic Hilarity.
College - Older and wiser, things are looking up. Maybe not ready to enter the real world yet, but getting close.
Alex (BS) (College) – Your snarkier side came out. If this season were a chocolate chip recipe, you’d be the pinch of salt. Sure, you might serve some minor purpose, but if someone were to skip that step the cookies would still taste great. And yet, that’s enough for the final 4 with these ninnies.
Kendra (BS) (College) – The ultimate winner. Which is weird, because I still can’t remember her name during episodes. She was kind of jerky at first regarding the whole box thing, but she had the cojones to own up to a bad (and incorrect) attitude. That’s the mark of a pretty good leader.
Grad School - These people have a clue, have some seasoning, and have a chance to make an impact.
Tana (SS) (Grad School) – Still my odd favorite. I think she takes second because corn-fed, farm girl, Mary Kay rep to Trump employee really is too much of a leap. But she is coming across in a good light.
PhD - Ready for tweed jackets, big paydays, and Trump’s handyman
Nobody. I think this season’s winner is ultimately forgettable. Not even a shot as a guest judge in a future episode.
The Rancic/Perdew corollary update. Chris is done. Stephanie and Angie have way too many missteps. I think Craig is fine but clearly shown as not the right fit. I think the final 4 is clearly Bren, Alex, Tana, and Kendra with the women in the final 2. How meh.
