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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,061 ✭✭✭leggo


    And not in another thread where others dont have to wade through crap before we get back to topic...the actual show?

    When people talk about how disabled people won’t find many people who’ll accept their disability, or how pansexual people are ‘just looking for attention’, or whatever their issues are with TS people...that’s just as off-topic as the counterpoints offered. If you want the freedom to share your comment, don’t throw a hissy fit and start calling for mods when others comment on your comments. A mod has acknowledged your thoughts and given a fair reply, get over it tbh.


  • Posts: 24,286 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    leggo wrote: »
    When people talk about how disabled people won’t find many people who’ll accept their disability, or how pansexual people are ‘just looking for attention’, or whatever their issues are with TS people...that’s just as off-topic as the counterpoints offered. If you want the freedom to share your comment, don’t throw a hissy fit and start calling for mods when others comment on your comments. A mod has acknowledged your thoughts and given a fair reply, get over it tbh.

    Are you still on about that??? Christ that is so sad :D Get over it yourself

    How was i off topic with that exactly when i was commenting on the date itself??? :confused:


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,389 ✭✭✭Bowlardo


    Barna77 wrote: »
    Only got to watch the last two episodes now.

    If the Manchester guy and Larry ever changed teams I'd be looking for either of them :D

    Something I don't like about the show is all the waffle at the start before the actual dates. Mateo and co talking about love and being in love and what not.

    I think this season is very poor. Looks alike they are struggling to get people on the show


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,451 ✭✭✭Princess Calla


    leggo wrote: »
    When people talk about how disabled people won’t find many people who’ll accept their disability, or how pansexual people are ‘just looking for attention’, or whatever their issues are with TS people...

    First off I have absolutely no idea what TS stands for, maybe transsexual at a guess, but I'll survive.

    It's all about delivery Leggo, she dropped the term in and then fell over herself in excitement trying to explain it. While the terms maybe new as language evolves over time, the action is far from new, it's talked about in the bible ffs!

    I also think it's pretty sad that someone sees their sexuality as the most interesting talking point of their life (I do get that in this type of show it will be talked about). I include everyone in this, from the dude who swaggers in, as if his balls are two big for the space between his legs (just makes me think their having a herpes flare up) boasting about all the buurds he's sh*gged in magaluf. To the person leading an "alternative" (for want of a better phrase, I'm positive there's a better term) lifestyle that's really not that "alternative".

    It's also about context, I thought I was making a comment, in a light hearted way, in a light hearted thread about a light hearted TV show but it appears I stumbled into the sex and sexuality forum with a dash of personal issues.


  • Posts: 7,714 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    I also think it's pretty sad that someone sees their sexuality as the most interesting talking point of their life

    This..


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,260 ✭✭✭joeguevara


    First off I have absolutely no idea what TS stands for, maybe transsexual at a guess, but I'll survive.

    It's all about delivery Leggo, she dropped the term in and then fell over herself in excitement trying to explain it. While the terms maybe new as language evolves over time, the action is far from new, it's talked about in the bible ffs!

    I also think it's pretty sad that someone sees their sexuality as the most interesting talking point of their life (I do get that in this type of show it will be talked about). I include everyone in this, from the dude who swaggers in, as if his balls are two big for the space between his legs (just makes me think their having a herpes flare up) boasting about all the buurds he's sh*gged in magaluf. To the person leading an "alternative" (for want of a better phrase, I'm positive there's a better term) lifestyle that's really not that "alternative".

    It's also about context, I thought I was making a comment, in a light hearted way, in a light hearted thread about a light hearted TV show but it appears I stumbled into the sex and sexuality forum with a dash of personal issues.

    I know where you are coming from. But I honestly believe editing is the issue. Let’s say the date lasts an hour, and they spend 2-3 minutes talking about something. But this is what we see so looks like it’s the only thing they can talk about. Also production staff tell them to bring it up. Same (I am presuming) as the guy who called his mum at the table or the guy who immediately brought up that he lost a leg in an accident. I was chosen for last season, and the day before received a message to wear a short sleeved T-shirt because I have tattoos which wouldn’t be expected for my job and to talk about them. It was clear that was how it would be edited and I couldn’t think of anything more boring to talk about. So I wouldn’t be too harsh on them.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,451 ✭✭✭Princess Calla


    joeguevara wrote: »
    I know where you are coming from. But I honestly believe editing is the issue. Let’s say the date lasts an hour, and they spend 2-3 minutes talking about something. But this is what we see so looks like it’s the only thing they can talk about. Also production staff tell them to bring it up. Same (I am presuming) as the guy who called his mum at the table or the guy who immediately brought up that he lost a leg in an accident. I was chosen for last season, and the day before received a message to wear a short sleeved T-shirt because I have tattoos which wouldn’t be expected for my job and to talk about them. It was clear that was how it would be edited and I couldn’t think of anything more boring to talk about. So I wouldn’t be too harsh on them.

    100% agree, the same with love Island, I'm a celebrity etc.

    But then devils advocate here, what's shown is what the producers feel is the most interesting thing about the person. It's the same with the sob stories, jesus if you brought half of them up on a real first date, your date would suddenly be receiving an "emergency" phone call... Sharp exit stage left.

    We're all aware of this, which is why I wouldn't be getting too worked up about comments on the thread.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,260 ✭✭✭joeguevara


    100% agree, the same with love Island, I'm a celebrity etc.

    But then devils advocate here, what's shown is what the producers feel is the most interesting thing about the person. It's the same with the sob stories, jesus if you brought half of them up on a real first date, your date would suddenly be receiving an "emergency" phone call... Sharp exit stage left.

    We're all aware of this, which is why I wouldn't be getting too worked up about comments on the thread.

    If someone is being a d1ck or a sleaze or crude (thinking of the guy who said ‘while your down there’) they deserve to be called out and have no sympathy if they receive negative comments. But belittling a person’s sexuality, personalising them is different.

    Also, what the producers feel is most interesting may not be what their date finds most interesting. But some of the stuff brought up is bizarre. I’d never talk about an ex, or a serious illness or childhood heartbreak up on a first date. But it is topic de jour on this season. Getting a bit like Xfactor where unless you have a heartbreaking background, then you’re at nothing. I find the endearing dates where they just get on much better to watch. People breaking down because the love of their life died isn’t my cup of tea.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,396 ✭✭✭Higgins5473


    pixelburp wrote: »
    but in the main it's a fascinatinglook at modern Ireland.

    Playing fast and loose with the word ‘fascinating’ there. It’s slipping for the most part into Jeremy Kyle freak show stuff, granted we all have problems but seems every single one of their participants is currently in the throws of some mental health issue or has recovered from one, or has suffered some major trauma.
    Officially? All I would say is that if people want to discuss the merits or complexities of modern sexuality, it's done civilly and respectful of each others' views. Be it supportive of said complexity, or sceptical. Not going to break out the cards now, but would ask people remember to debate in good faith.

    In fairness I think the point of the reply was that heading into a debtate on different types of sexuality, of which there is an abundance of shįte (see here https://www.healthline.com/health/different-types-of-sexuality )  could result in a thread going ‘off topic’ which mods like yourself regularly try and remind posters to stay on very often.


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,878 Mod ✭✭✭✭yerwanthere123


    Playing fast and loose with the word ‘fascinating’ there. It’s slipping for the most part into Jeremy Kyle freak show stuff, granted we all have problems but seems every single one of their participants is currently in the throws of some mental health issue or has recovered from one, or has suffered some major trauma.

    It's descending into a Jeremy Kyle style freak show because a few of the contestants have alluded to having some past/present mental health issues. Classy :cool:


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,396 ✭✭✭Higgins5473


    It's descending into a Jeremy Kyle style freak show because a few of the contestants have alluded to having some past/present mental health issues. Classy :cool:

    I didn’t think spelling it out was necessary but I will do it for you, the producers of the show are exploiting some very vulnerable people. I don’t think this is right.

    The ‘classy/stay classy’ end responses were old about 2 years ago.


  • Moderators, Sports Moderators, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,878 Mod ✭✭✭✭yerwanthere123


    I didn’t think spelling it out was necessary but I will do it for you, the producers of the show are exploiting some very vulnerable people. I don’t think this is right.

    The ‘classy/stay classy’ end responses were old about 2 years ago.

    :pac:


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 20,644 ✭✭✭✭Rikand


    I dont think Emer's too keen on yer man there


  • Posts: 7,714 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    The stood up girl is kind of hot..

    Yer man wearing no socks..
    Hopefully the Corona virus will put an end to that sort of carry on..


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59,022 ✭✭✭✭walshb


    Cancer and clinical depression..

    Waiting for credits to roll and seeing executive producer, Ryan Tubridy!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,626 ✭✭✭Still Ill


    They're really overdoing the sad backstories this series. While I do feel sorry for them, it's so prominent it's become very grating. Every date you're just waiting for them to unveil their past bereavements or illnesses.


  • Posts: 7,714 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    He looks like the barman's little brother..


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,082 ✭✭✭✭pgj2015


    bit of an age gap here.


  • Posts: 7,714 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Funny fact..

    Pseud..


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 91,759 ✭✭✭✭JP Liz V1


    The lesbos look like sisters

    No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change this World



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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,662 ✭✭✭✭The Princess Bride


    How common, who throws food in a restaurant?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,818 ✭✭✭4Ad


    Funny fact..

    Pseud..

    Yawn...i'm so clever !!!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,082 ✭✭✭✭pgj2015


    How common, who throws food in a restaurant?



    Kids.


    the nerds will deffo have a sob story. badly bullied in school I will guess.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 91,759 ✭✭✭✭JP Liz V1


    walshb wrote: »
    Cancer and clinical depression..

    Waiting for credits to roll and seeing executive producer, Ryan Tubridy!
    Still Ill wrote: »
    They're really overdoing the sad backstories this series. While I do feel sorry for them, it's so prominent it's become very grating. Every date you're just waiting for them to unveil their past bereavements or illnesses.

    I wonder was cancer or some illness a pre requisite for this current series, so many

    No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change this World



  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Music Moderators Posts: 14,324 CMod ✭✭✭✭The Master


    How common, who throws food in a restaurant?

    Blonde girl who threw the bread spent the entire date staring at the cameras and scowling with a "why am I not the focus tonight" look


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,496 ✭✭✭✭Mad_maxx


    she is fcuking gorgeous


  • Posts: 7,714 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Yeah, she's kind of hot..


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,662 ✭✭✭✭The Princess Bride


    She is lovely, he is nice.
    Hope they meet again, as opposed to losing each other's numbers or emigrating or dying the next day or something


  • Posts: 7,714 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    I thought he seemed a bit dim..


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,431 ✭✭✭✭ted1


    Your mans jeans are way to tight. Can’t even walk


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