To Sir, With Glee

The Season 1 Finale was not only a dream come true for all Finchel fans, but also Wemma, Quick and Belby (yes, also motherly love counts!) had their moment. In each paragraph of the following recap, I'm going to hide the songs which have been sung in this episode, so keep your eyes open!

To Be Continued?

Hi Gleeks, I'm Steph, another brand new writer who is raring to go on this amazing Glee site. My first post is about a big debacle over Glee's continuity.


As hard as it is to say such things about a show that has changed not only mine but many lives, it's not hard to identify one of the major issues for Season Two. Many have blamed Ryan Murphy, others just confused, why is each episode literally staring off on a 'new topic?' I personally have noticed this and quite frankly am confused.

What happened when Puck told Quinn he loved her? Questions like this have circled social networking sites, such as Tumblr and has even turned people off the show..
So I thought up a 'glist' of continuity errors from both Season One and Two.

* Santana and Brittany's 'fight' in Duets
* Puck's feelings for Quinn
* Did Finn's mum kick Quinn out?
* Will's office changes..
* Rachel's Myspace schedule

Are there any others? Please, go ahead and write your thoughts in the comment box. :)

I'm Getting a Bad Reputation

The irony is not lost on me that my previous review earned me a "bad reputation" with the GCO fans.  I feel a little bit like poor Kurt Hummel, wanting so much to be viewed as this dangerously crazy (in a good way) lady, who is cool and baaaad at the same time.   And I'm just not.  I'm a 30-year-old mom of 1, with a decent job, good credit, and a desire to please everyone.  I'm about as menacing as the Muppet babies.

So, it may come as no shock that after my requisite third watching of "Bad Reputation", I am still MADLY in love with this episode.

This episode brought back the glee to me.  Usually, when I watch an episode, I find myself grinning from ear to ear from start to finish.  This episode was the first since the big break that I have found myself outwardly laughing!  It was funny, it was sweet, it had drama (the good kind).  It felt balanced, well-written, and the music was fantastic.

Here are my top 5 favorite parts of the episode (in no particular order):

Open Letter to Ryan Murphy on "Home"

Dear Ryan Murphy --

First let me say that I know you are a big TV/film wizard.  I know that you have better things to do than listen to silly fans. But, I'm gonna say it anyway, 'cause thats how I roll.

I watched "Home" three times.  The first time, I bawled my eyes out.  The second time, I merely enjoyed it.  And the third time, I was so bored, I surfed the internet for gardening tips and Weight Watchers recipes.  I realize that a shift in tone is often needed to keep a show alive.  And I appreciated this sudden dive into Depressing City.  I liked how you focused on Kurt and Mercedes' inner struggles.  And while I wasn't a huge fan of the musical selections, I appreciated the way they embraced the storyline.

And, I was actually really excited that Rachel didn't play a huge role in this episode.  She has become annoying as of late, and I was glad I only had to hear one ridiculous line from her.

But I say this with love, Ryan, I really do -- for the love of everything that is holy, would you PLEASE stop letting your music supervisor RUIN a good thing?

Madonna to the Teenth Power

I had high hopes for the latest episode from the brains of Ryan Murphy, entitled "The Power of Madonna."  After being disappointed by "Hello," I was looking forward to this mammoth episode.  Ten Madonna songs in one hour?  And they said it couldn't be done!

But, it still wasn't satisfying.  It was a one-off episode--not really furthering the story lines to which I have been waiting FOUR MONTHS to find out the resolutions.  Are Puck and Quinn together?  How is Terri feeling about this whole divorce thing?  Where is Quinn living?  What happened to Sue in Boca?  I'm just not getting any backstory here, only...well...front-story.

Hello Glee, It’s Been So Long

By Sarina C.

It felt like I had been waiting forever for Glee to come back. Low and behold, it finally returned! I was kind of disappointed in this episode. Maybe it was because it’s just starting out and the drama isn’t really juicy yet, or because the songs weren’t really jammin’ as usual.

First of all, why are Finn and Rachel together…already? They didn’t waste any time at all. I can see Puck and Quinn being together so fast. He needs a girl like her to keep his butt in check too. And, WHAT is with Will? He left Terri what, five minutes ago and he’s already smackin’ lips with TWO other women? Can you say double rebound? It was so wrong of him to make his and Emma’s “song” the same as him and his wife’s prom song. Terri may have hurt him and he may be angry with her, but subconsciously, he’s still in love with her.

It's Time to Say 'Hell-o'!

*Warning* Spoilers ahead. If you haven't seen tonight's episode of Glee yet, and you don't want to know what happens, you will want to stay away from this post until you do!

Hey everyone! My name is Ashley and I will be live-blogging tonight's brand new episode of Glee, so keep your eyes on this page and refresh for updates throughout the show!

Glee Episode "Hello" 04/13/10 Promos and Clips

I'm sure we've all seen these by now, but just because it's been such a long Glee-less winter, re-watch these previews for this week's brand new Glee episode and get excited with us! Two days!

Re-watching Glee! Some thoughts on "Mattress"

Who knew Quinn had it in her? From the moment in “Acafellas” when she shut down Sue by reminding her that true self-confidence means not having to tear others down, Quinn has been growing on me. Over the last few episodes we could see that she was succumbing to the joys of song and dance (and feeling genuine support). But to me it seemed the bitchy cheerleader was always in there. Then came "Mattress".

With a fury that could rival Rachel's gay dads and the ACLU, Quinn showed us who the real co-captain was (suck it, Finn). As Sue shrewdly observes, Quinn is a lot like her. And the only person who can go toe-to-toe with Sue Sylvester is another Sue Sylvester (Lord knows Will Schuester hasn't been able to). Thank god this Sue is on the good side (for now).

After all, this is television; Quinn’s nobility may not last forever. She can take on Sue, but we know her real counterpart is Rachel. Both ferocious as lions: Rachel is focused and determined, in need of patience and control. Quinn, on the other hand is level-headed, but lacks Rachel's self-awareness. They have to be at odds. And that means Quinn won't always be so keen to defend Rachel's baby. And that's ok, because it's fun to watch.

"Once Upon A Mattress" Summary

This is a few months late, but maybe it'll help you get in the mood for more Glee (starting next month, of course!)

Once Upon A Mattress Summary
by Sarina Clements

Okay, this is the episode where Will finds out Terri is lying to him about being pregnant. Man, oh man. He’s good. No, no, he’s smart. If he were too stupid, he would’ve believed her whole “it’s for trying on maternity clothes” bit she tried to throw at him when he found that stomach pad in her drawer. AND he was smart enough to roll out of there without going upside her head. Then she’s coming at him with this sad sob story about him changing after starting to run Glee club. She doesn’t want him to be confident? What kind of mess is that? Clearly, Terri is jealous of the Glee club. But anyway, she could’ve made him snap! That’s some serious dirt she was doing to him. Any less of a man would have really hurt her. Poor Will, this dude is already put to the test day after day by Sue and then he has to deal with this crap at home? Same thing goes with Sue. It’s a miracle he hasn’t hurt her. If I had to be around that woman, I would have been in prison by now. I won’t go into detail but, I’m just sayin, she would’ve had some hands thrown at her!

So how about Rachael and Finn covering Lilly Allen’s “Smile”? Of course, they were a K.O. Not to mention they cleaned it up pretty well! For those of you who didn’t know, the original song has explicit lyrics. Rachael claimed it was to help Finn smile in the Glee club picture for the “Thunderclap.” But for real, what did singing that song have to do with helping Finn smile for his picture? I’ll tell you what it had to do with him smiling: dude enjoyed every moment of that number. Rachael was all over him and he especially liked the part when she smacked his butt! Yeah, he was definitely smiling then. Did anybody else pay attention to the piano player? His expressions cracked me up!

They were so lucky to get to make that mattress commercial. It looked so fun! They really made things lively too. It really helped the owner because that script they were reading was some garbage. That commercial would have been a joke if they had put that mess on TV. Everybody would have made even more fun of them. I really enjoyed the scene of them singing “Jump.” But my favorite part was the owner. Oh, he was hilarious! I laughed harder every time they showed him jump. On top of that, he showed no expression whatsoever which made it even funnier.

I was so surprised when Quinn stood up to Sue. I was all, “Go ahead, Quinn. You tell her, girl!”  It’s about time she did something other than make Finn feel like crap. It’s also about time somebody other than Mr. Schu stood up to Sue. He does a good job but because he’s her co-worker and a male, it doesn’t really give him the upper hand. (You know all she’d do is cry to the principal, accusing him of some sort of sexist actions) Plus, he didn’t have enough dirt on her to make an impact! But Quinn had the dirt and she knew how to use it.

At the end of the day, Mr. Schu takes the bullet for the kids and gets disqualified from sectionals and thanks to Quinn; the Glee club gets their own page in the “Thunderclap,” McKinley high’s book of ads it seems. As they showed the kids getting ready for the picture, they showed Finn and Puck working out. Did they think they were going to instantly get built in time for the camera? That was so cute. Oh, and what’s with these people who deface the pictures? Can you say, get a life?

Quotes I Liked:
“They’d make me choose between a Hitler mustache, or buck teeth and I can’t rock either of those looks. Do you think I have a potato head?”
-Finn

“We here at Mattress Land believe that mattresses aren’t just for sleeping and fornicating anymore…”
-Mattress Land Owner

.”Friday after Christmas, which I have off, if you’re hideous, stay at home. Spend the entire day watching home videos of a time when you weren’t too repulsive for me to ever wanna look at.”
-Sue

“Have you and the redhead become so sexually depraved that you have to commit your craven acts of adultery in between classes?”
-Sue

Remembering The Start of Glee: The Pilot

One of our contributing writers (who isn't on the staff page yet) wrote up her opinion on the Pilot of Glee.  With not a lot of news going on and still counting down until Glee's return in April, we hope that this article will help you remember how you felt when Glee began.  Enjoy!

Glee Pilot Rant & Review
By Sarina C.

After what felt like fifty years, the first episode of Glee finally aired! It did not disappoint. Now it's one of my must see shows.

Hey ladies, want to meet a man who’s chivalrous, has a respectable job and loves kids? Not to mention he’s just as fine as can be! I give you, Mr. Will Schuester. He’s the Spanish teacher/ former glee club member. Oh wait, he’s married to his obnoxious, materialistic wife Terri. Poor guy; rolling so contently onto the school parking lot with his muffler dragging. Dude must really love what he does because his salary clearly isn’t paying him well enough. On top of that, he’s doing detention for free just so he can stick around and do MORE WORK with the glee club? I have to say, I fell in love with him right away. He rescues poor Emma from a big nasty piece of chewing gum, (Her shoes in that scene were smokin’ hot!) and he’s working hard and willing to leave the job he loves in order to take care of the family he’s hoping to have someday. Oh, what a keeper! Fellas, take note: be like him.

Season One Episode Guide

"Pilot" (5/19)

"Showmance" (9/9)

"Acafellas" (9/16)

"Preggers" (9/23)

"The Rhodes Not Taken" (9/30)

"Vitamin D" (10/7)

"Throwdown" (10/14)

"Mash-Up" (10/21)

"Wheels" (11/11)

"Ballad" (11/18)

"Hairography" (11/25)


"Once, Upon a Mattress" (12/02)

"Sectionals" (12/9)

"Hell-o" (4/13)

"The Power of Madonna" (4/20)

"Home" (4/27)

"Bad Reputation" (5/4)

"Laryngitis" (5/11)

"Dream On" (5/18)

"Theatricality" (5/25)

"Funk" (6/1)

"Journey" (6/8)

Glee Episode "Sectionals" 12/09/09 Promos and Clips

Check out these previews for this week's brand new Glee episode! Sadly, this will be the last new episode until April, so make sure you tune in!



The AUSTRALIAN version:


and the Canadian:


Hilarious Clip:

True Colors ('Hairography' Synopsis)

Of the Glee episodes so far, I think “Hairogaphy” had the strongest moral theme. And it never felt preachy. As Rachel describes, and Sue reaffirms, the razzle-dazzle of hair is a mask. A distraction to what’s really there. Last night’s Glee was all about showing your truth.

There were moments of good: Rachel, despite feeling embarrassed, being told that she’s perfect the way she is. Will, after making the kids do that atrocious mash-up of “Crazy In Love” and “Hair”, realizing that his kids are so good, they need nothing but their voices. And Tina, busting out a gorgeous renditions of Cyndi Lauper’s classic, “True Colors”.

There was also the sad: Finn and Rachel isn’t going to happen, at least not any time soon. He may have moments of weakness, but he really loves Quinn. Puck is not the redeemable hero we thought he was. Kurt may be adorable, but he’s also desperate, conniving and mean. And Sue Sylvester, admirable though she may be to her sister, is just a bit too evil to be considered good.

This was, in fact, an episode about true colors. I must admit, I had grown to expect more from Sue (and Puck). Oh, Ryan Murphy! You trickster. I hope the choir directors from the other schools (one of which was played brilliantly by Eve) stick to their morals and decide not to screw over Will (especially after that beautiful performance of “Imagine” between the two glee clubs!). We have just two episodes left before we find out what happens at Sectionals.

What did you think of last night’s episode? Did you think Sue would end up leaking the set list? Will Puck ever change his ways? We know Rachel is capable of taking the high road. Will Kurt find himself eating his words (and his betrayal)?

Let us know your thoughts!

Memorable Quotes From "Ballad"

Will: "Ballad. From Middle English, ballad... Who knows what this word means?"
Brittany: "It's a male duck."


Rachel: "Looks like my weekly letter to the Ohio show choir committee finally paid off!"


Puck: "I love the days when I don't wear underwear. Full commando!"


Finn: "I never noticed how nice Rachel's butt is.. oh crap, I think Quinn knows I'm staring at it."


Rachel: "Wow. I've never noticed this before because he's always trying to destroy my career, but Mr. Schue has really pretty eyes.. and really nice teeth. He's obviously invested in good oral hygiene, and that's important to me. It shows wonderful self esteem."


Will: "I don't like the way she's looking at me. Ugh, I shouldn't have sung this song to her. Crap! She looks crazy right now. I know this look..."


Rachel: "Ok, this is amazing. When I'm singing with him, it's like I'm seeing him for the first time, and what I'm seeing is super, super cute."


Quinn: "God I miss the firm support of my polyester Cheerios uniform. The control panel hid my baby bump perfectly."


Mr. Fabray: "Judy! Glenn Beck is on!"


Susie Pepper: "Peppers. So you can wear them and think of me, Susie Pepper."


Terri: "Listen you little psycho, this is Will's wife, and if I don't get enough sleep my anti-depressants won't work and then I'll go crazy and I'll kill you! Stop calling!"


Kurt: "Your lashing out at me is fantastically compelling and.. inappropriate."


Ms. Hudson: "Were you just singing to a sonogram?"
Finn: "Uh huh."


Kurt: "Your T-zone is dangerously dry."

Mr. Schuester: "So, Rachel, do you think you understood the message I was trying to get across with that ballad?"
Rachel: "Yes, it means I'm very young, and it's hard for you to stand close to me."


Kurt: "Your father didn't charge into the breach empty-handed. He had a weapon."
Finn: "You think I should bring a gun?"


Mercedes: "You need to get something through your mohawk real quick. You're the baby's daddy. It takes a hell of a lot more to be a father and that role's already been cast because Quinn chose Finn. You need to accept that and move on 'cause you have no business messing up that girl's life any more than you already have. You need to back off. You owe her at least that much."


Finn: "I have to go, they'll think I'm pooping."


Rachel: "I have nothing to say to you, Pepper. If you continue to stalk me, I'll press charges!"


Finn: "Is there a cake?"

Glee Episode "Hairography" 11/25/09 Promo

Check out this preview for next week's brand new Glee episode!

I'll Stand By Glee ('Ballad' Synopsis)

What did you think about last night’s Glee? Did “Ballad” sing to you?

I was surprised to see Gleeks on Twitter say that they weren’t all too impressed with the episode. My response: “Not every episode can be ‘Wheels’. Every once in a while you get an ‘Acafellas’.” And this episode was way better than ‘Acafellas’!

“Ballad” had some great musical moments, with “I’ll Stand By You” and “Don’t Stand So Close To Me” as my top choices (it’s so nice to see Matthew Morrison not rap). “Having My Baby” was so bad and awkward it was good in one of those schadenfreude kind of ways.

I’m really glad to see Quinn’s family. It tells us a lot more about who she is and why she was such a bitch earlier in the season. If I had bigoted, boozing, Glenn Beck watching parents I’d probably also be a sour, snooty hypocrite.

I would just like to offer Ryan Murphy a quick suggestion: in the upcoming Madonna episode, bring back Quinn’s parents and have them try to convince Quinn to get an abortion (or give it up for adoption, but I think the abortion would reinforce what hypocrites those kind of people tend to be—you know the kind I’m talking about ::cough::Glenn Beck people::cough::cough::). Quinn should then sing “Papa Don’t Preach”! Thoughts? Too obvious?

So tell us, what did you think of “Ballad”? Is it just me, or is Rachel really working her way around the glee club? What a ho! What do you think of Kurt’s slightly awkward infatuation with Finn? Did you love when Mercedes told Puck to simma down? Let us know your thoughts!

"Once, Upon A Mattress" Episode Description

Fox issued a press release with this synopsis of the upcoming Glee episode, "Once, Upon A Mattress":

"When the Glee Club is left out of the yearbook because of budget cuts, everyone seems to be relieved that they won’t have to suffer the ridicule of years past. Everyone except Rachel, that is, who wants her legacy cemented in print. Meanwhile, Quinn makes it her mission to be in the Cheerios yearbook photo, and Will and Terri’s relationship is shaken to its core in the all-new “Mattress” episode of GLEE airing Wednesday, Dec. 2".

Were You Hot For Teacher?

Who’s excited about Glee tomorrow night?!? I am!

If you’re like me, I always wish I had a time machine as soon as the preview for next week’s episode is over. I am a huge Sting fan, so I can’t wait to see Will try to simma down Rachel by singing “Don’t Stand So Close To Me” (“That I’m young and it’s hard to stand close to me” – Ha!)

Gleeks, we want to know: what were (or are) some of your teacher crushes in high school? I have to admit, I had it bad for my senior year literature teacher, who was also my Honor Society advisor. He didn’t exactly sing and dance like Will Schuester, but man did I spend extra time working on Honor Society!

Leave comments below telling us about your teacher crushes!

ETA: I (Ashley, site mod/founder) was totally in love with my AP Psychology teacher in 12th grade, and I'm pretty sure he wanted me too. He was 26, I was 18... he liked my tongue ring, I liked his sweaters, we both hated milk... and I may or may not have had an online fling with him via Yahoo Messenger. I will never tell!

Clips From "Ballad"

Two clips have surfaced online from this Wednesday's new Glee episode.

In the first scene, Will and Rachel sing "Endless Love" and we get to hear some of the cast's inner thoughts.


In the second scene, Will and Emma discuss Rachel's crush on Will, and Will tells Emma about Suzy Peppers, a prior student of his that had a really big crush on him.


Suzy Peppers seems just a little creepy to me. Hopefully Rachel's feelings won't get that extreme!