Wow, what an emotional episode of The Biggest Loser tonight. From Holly's mother passing away to the Red Team's home videos and then Phil's tearful goodbye at elimination, there was quite a lot to take in. Not to mention the drama between Kim and David and then Kim throwing Amy under the bus (as Amy put it). So much happening, and this was the episode they chose to return to the 60-minute format? On a much lighter note, last week one of you commented on something I've been meaning to mention, too: the hilarious and obvious product placement. Yes, sponsors need to be shown love on the shows they provide for (especially common on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition). We see it a lot on BL (I'm talking about you, 24 Hour Fitness, Subway and 100-calorie Packs) but there was just something so rehearsed and silly about Jillian's "My favorite is Wrigley Extra's Super Mint Gum." I was just waiting for everyone in the kitchen to pop a piece of gum and wink at the camera.So back to the important s...
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