FRIENDS 02X08 WATCH PARTY
Added 2024-09-12 04:19:18 +0000 UTCComments
I’m way late to this episode but I also wanted to point out in Rachel’s defence that (although they are friends) they’re romantic relationship consists of ONE KISS. I think if it’s that early into a relationship and they’re doing something so degrading - and sharing it with friends - then I’m sorry but at that point there’s no obligation to hear them out if it hurts you as much as it hurt her. Completely different situation if you are in an established relationship then maybe more communication is needed but they weren’t. She articulated very plainly and understandably why it hurt her and given her past relationship history of getting hurt by guys I could see why something like this would automatically make this a non-starter. I do see some of Ross’s side too but you covered that side in your reaction (which I loved) lol
Susan Deans
2024-10-20 19:59:48 +0000 UTCReally? I thought Sabrina was amazing! Also Taylor looked fab!!
Heida
2024-09-13 16:14:35 +0000 UTCI remember calling into radio stations to request a song but never to dedicate a song just requesting a song be played also I had one radio station that would each Friday would put two songs against eachother and you had to call in to vote for the song you wanted to win that the song that won that week would go against a new song the following week so I used to call in to vote for that as well.
Lydia Shepard
2024-09-13 00:11:48 +0000 UTCExcept that Rachel did not just decide that she likes him once he was with Julie as Rachel didn't even know there was a Julie when she went to pick Ross up from the airport. She has genuine feelings for him and its not a she has feelings for him becuase he is with someone else.
Lydia Shepard
2024-09-13 00:01:48 +0000 UTCI too have issues with Ross. I feel him and Rachel just need to communicate instead of talking at each other and then the issue could have been solved way faster in this episode.
Turnip Crazy
2024-09-12 23:40:00 +0000 UTCI won’t be reacting to the performances from the VMAs because I might have taken a quick peak and they weren’t the best.
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:58:54 +0000 UTCI totally get her having her feelings hurt and storming out mad. My issue is her staying that way and never giving him time to tell his side of the story. …though I shouldn’t have called her a bitch.
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:56:27 +0000 UTCI think it’s somehh th ing that they even suggest in couples counseling.
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:54:57 +0000 UTCThe laptop 💻 was hilarious
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:54:18 +0000 UTCOh that’s sweet
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:53:44 +0000 UTCDrama makes the show haha
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:53:14 +0000 UTCUgh! I loved early days Faith Hill. Juuuust breeeeathe
Audrey McDonald ( Songs From A Suitcase)
2024-09-12 20:52:50 +0000 UTCI remember calling in and requesting Independence Day by Martina McBride and Wild One by Faith Hill so that I could record them on tape. Nineties Country Women - 🤌🏼
Annie Willow
2024-09-12 20:19:14 +0000 UTCI’ve actually have made a pros cons list in a relationship. We both did and then came together and shared our list, and it really helped to open up conversations of what we feel and our goals. Even though some things hurt to hear, it helped us work through our problems
Savvy H
2024-09-12 16:03:10 +0000 UTCI may be a different kind of person, but I think it’s okay to think logically through things like this without getting so wrapped up in emotion.
Savvy H
2024-09-12 16:01:41 +0000 UTCI mean, so would I lol
Savvy H
2024-09-12 15:58:21 +0000 UTCI have major issues with Ross so it’s hard not to have a bias when it comes to fights with him and Rachel. Definitely think it’s an issue that could be talked through but emotions are really high right now so it blowing up made sense. They had to give us the drama haha.
Erwin 𐚁
2024-09-12 12:49:25 +0000 UTCI haven't called, but my dad called the hospital radio station for my favourite song when I had problems with my throat when i was 12. And.... My friend was a radio presenter for a few years and he regularly dedicated songs for me 😁 hehe
Lucy
2024-09-12 11:30:21 +0000 UTCAlso, finding out that he not only thinks those things/would use them as reasons not to date her... He'd discuss them with Chandler and Joey. Bringing those things to their attention too. She wasn't there when it happened so for all she knows they agreed or added to it.
Jennifer Lawrence
2024-09-12 10:42:41 +0000 UTCNot calling into the radio exactly, but, I remember my brother and I calling into this number trying to win a video game system. You had to be, I think caller number 17. We kept calling and even though we got close we didn't make it. I think the last time we were caller 18 or 19. That "Ross we heard what you did and we don't want to play your song anymore" is something my mom and I still continue to reference as it was so funny when it aired and is still funny now. Also amuses me every time rewatching as technology has changed over the years hearing Chandler describe his new laptop lol
Jennifer Lawrence
2024-09-12 10:22:18 +0000 UTCI always feel a little called out by the takes of this episode because if I were in Joey and Chandler's place, I too would suggest a pros and cons list.
hjbjms
2024-09-12 07:21:20 +0000 UTChard hard disagree on you thinking rachel was being a bitch or unreasonable. obviously though, no hate to you, everyone is entitled to their own opinions! I think you have a soft spot for Ross, which, fair enough, but I think you're being too hard on Rachel. I don't think the issue here was communication at all (although it definitely will be and it will be frustrating with other plot lines in this show) -- what he wrote hurt her feelings no matter what the justification is. yes, in an ideal world, people would get over their insecurities and not let them get the best of them but unfortunately that's not the case most of the time, even for grown adults. people get insecure to a certain extent and I don't think that means they're not ready to be in a relationship i don't think rachel "didn't hear him out," he didn't really try to say anything. she also pretty clearly articulated what it was that hurt her feelings so much. and, if we're talking maturity, rachel basically just stopped relying on her parents for everything in just the last year whereas ross has a PhD, has been married, and has a whole child. even though they're almost the same age, their adult lives have been very different and I think rachel handled this about as well as she could've given what she was feeling. this is one conflict in the show I fully understand both sides of. it makes sense for ross to seriously consider who he wants to be with before he makes a decision (even though he made a sort of decision when he kissed rachel while he was still with julie) and I understand his thought process. however, I also totally understand why rachel was so upset, putting myself in her shoes. sometimes, nobody really did anything wrong but feelings get hurt anyway because of the circumstances. sorry for the long comment but i've been anticipating your reaction to this episode so i've had a lot of time to gather my thoughts lol
Nicole M
2024-09-12 06:46:19 +0000 UTCI'm so sorry. That's awful. It hasn't happened to me but I imagine it would hurt so I completely understand Rachel (even though it's obviously a TV show).
Heida
2024-09-12 06:00:34 +0000 UTCI agree except I don't think it was Rachel's responsibility to "let him explain" (if that's what you mean). Ross had the opportunity to explain at the end but he didn't and instead made an assumption that she would make a list of her own and they would be even. Aside from not getting the spelling error, Rachel communicated as much as she could.
Heida
2024-09-12 05:56:52 +0000 UTCIt was a bit too good to be true to be honest but the list thing frustrates me so much. Chandler and Joey are usually good and loyal friends but they give TERRIBLE advice. But Ross was stupid enough to go along with it, which is why I don't think Chandler saying it was his idea would have mattered. I thought it was ridiculous how Rachel found out too. Also, while I get it's for the comedy effect, I still find it hilariously annoying that Rachel doesn't realise Ross meant "she's not RacheL" instead of "she's not RacheM". Come on! Aside from that, I have to disagree with you about Rachel's reaction. She was totally justified in my opinion and she was very clear in her communication (aside from not getting the spelling error) while Ross wasn't. Ross had the opportunity to explain at the end but he didn't and instead made an assumption that she would make a list of her own and they would be even. It's easy for him to say he would get over it IF Rachel made a list (which I genuinely believe she wouldn't do), but if she started listing out things that HE is insecure about (mainly trust because of Carol) I guarantee he would react the same way. I love Ross too but sometimes he can be a bit of a hypocrite and he also makes some stupid decisions. Fun fact: There was no live audience to the kiss in the last episode to keep it secret, so when they finally embrace before Rachel finds the list in this one, the audience went crazy because they didn't know. Also, I'm about 10 years younger than you but I remember calling up radio stations and asking for songs so I could hear them or even tape them on my casette player! I never dedicated it to anyone though. I haven't listened to the radio in ages now so I have no idea if they still do this. Good you're feeling better ❤ And btw, will you be reacting to any VMAs performances, like Sabrina's?
Heida
2024-09-12 05:51:15 +0000 UTCThe one thing that always bothered me about this episode is that Ross never explains WHY he wrote the note in the first place. Rachel just gets angry and never let's him explan himself. He loved Rachel for,like, 10 years and she never looked at him ever. He FINALLY decides to let her go and move on with a good person who actually likes him and who he actually likes, and NOW Rachel decides she likes him? If I were Ross I'd think about it too and not just dump someone who likes me and rush into a relationship with someone who never payed attention to me.
April Moellendick
2024-09-12 05:24:58 +0000 UTCMy parents are a prime example of needing to communicate. They were off and on for YEARS before I was born, and even after there were ups and downs. It wasn't until my mom told him that he had to get his crap together and she was done playing around that he moved in with us when I was three. They got married five years later, and recently celebrated 19 years married. If they didn't work on the communication, they likely wouldn't have made it. In some ways as far as this point for Ross and Rachel, I think it's actually pretty realistic. In this season, they're still in their twenties, and back then and even still now, a lot of people suck at communicating. But also, I get where Rachel comes from, because I was in a relationship once where my partner wrote a list like that about me and showed me, and it was awful to think that this person I felt so strongly for was making a list of my pros and cons and hated the same physical and general things about me that I hated about myself, and I would never be with someone now who did that regardless of intention. Debating it in your head is one thing, but talking about it and making it open for the other person to potentially hear is really damaging in my opinion.
Megan Christina
2024-09-12 05:02:10 +0000 UTCI hope you're feeling alright today Audrey ❤️🩹 thank you for the reaction!
Krysta Hawkins
2024-09-12 04:31:02 +0000 UTCYOU’RE THE BEST! Thank you for getting me off mindless social media scrolling! I'd much rather watch Friends with you 🥹❤️😁👏
Alicia
2024-09-12 04:25:21 +0000 UTC
