Spoilers S7 Spoilers

[Catlina]

Does anyone know spoilers about last night's taping? Is anyone going to next weeks taping? I really wonder if they'll ever get Shamy moving somewhere forward this year earlier than May sweeps...

Edit: I hope Sheldon and Amy could also have more scenes together than last season. I doubt all the fans dig the idea of Shamy always staying as they now are. To be honest, I'm quite tired of it, waiting something to happen. I think many Shamy fans are tired of waiting too. I hope the writers understand they can't drag it too long without consequences.

Edited August 21, 2013 by Catlina

[rachelshamyfan]

Monique is going to next weeks and they will show last nights at the same time

There are a few people on twitter who have gone but nothing said so far

[3ku11]

I'm warming to Shamy they are kinda cute in their weird Shamy way haha, but I don't think they hold out, you gotta understand they aren't a conventional relationship, it's going to take time for Sheldon to progress. IMO Sheldon is holding Shamy back, it may take to Season 8 before anything substantial happens.

[Carlos]

Does anyone know spoilers about last night's taping? Is anyone going to next weeks taping? I really wonder if they'll ever get Shamy moving somewhere forward this year earlier than May sweeps...

Edit: I hope Sheldon and Amy could also have more scenes together than last season. I doubt all the fans dig the idea of Shamy always staying as they now are. To be honest, I'm quite tired of it, waiting something to happen. I think many Shamy fans are tired of waiting too. I hope the writers understand they can't drag it too long without consequences.

 

While I don't necessarily share your concern for Shamy (I am not a Shamy shipper) I think, based on what I've heard the producers say, that they will move them at a deliberately slow pace. That being said, they cannot drag it out too long because you alienate fans, and them they become uninterested. And I am particularly talikng about fans of the show who are not Shamy shippers.  

However I heard Mayim say in an interview that there are no Shamy scenes in the first episode.

[Carlos]

I think the premise of the show collapsed years ago.  In my opinion Leonard is only there as Sheldon whipping boy and nothing else.  Leonard should have been allowed to move into his own place a long time ago.

 

I don't know who will get tenure, though I do doubt it will be Leonard.  Lorre has never had any good ideals for the character Leonard and I don't see it changing anytime soon. 

 

I do wonder why Leonard was even included as part of the storyline about the tenure as we all know that Sheldon will always come out on top. 

 

• I wouldn't say that the premise of the show collapsed, necessarily. I would say that it is (and has always been) completely unrealistic. Who in their right mind would put up with Sheldon's abuse for more than say a year and subject themselves to a room mate agreement that almost makes you a slave to your landlord? the only reason for that is that they need the central characters to live (and meet) at a centralized location. Other than that it is utter fantasy.
• I sort of feel as you do regarding Leonard and tenure but still have high hopes that Leonard gets it. It would balance things a bit and even if teh show is not based on reality it still has to be somewhat believable, and making one of the most beloved characters NEVER catch a break is not only mean, but uninteresting in my opinion. 

[Chaliceinnana]

Raj will get tenure. That will unite Leonard and Sheldon in mutual huffiness for an episode.

[SRAM]

I can't see how they even could consider Sheldon for tenure, he has already been fired once, he gets into trouble, Gablehauser and Siebert don't care for him and Siebert already stated, if it wasn't for the board, he would have already canned him. Leonard is the one mangement likes and deserves tenure.

[Disgusted]

I can't see how they even could consider Sheldon for tenure, he has already been fired once, he gets into trouble, Gablehauser and Siebert don't care for him and Siebert already stated, if it wasn't for the board, he would have already canned him. Leonard is the one mangement likes and deserves tenure.

 

The only spoiler we have [remotely] has the human resources lady coming over to talk to Raj at the mixer. Surprise move would be Raj getting tenure due to some interaction with her.......

[ArmyGirl]

 

• I wouldn't say that the premise of the show collapsed, necessarily. I would say that it is (and has always been) completely unrealistic. Who in their right mind would put up with Sheldon's abuse for more than say a year and subject themselves to a room mate agreement that almost makes you a slave to your landlord? the only reason for that is that they need the central characters to live (and meet) at a centralized location. Other than that it is utter fantasy.
• I sort of feel as you do regarding Leonard and tenure but still have high hopes that Leonard gets it. It would balance things a bit and even if teh show is not based on reality it still has to be somewhat believable, and making one of the most beloved characters NEVER catch a break is not only mean, but uninteresting in my opinion. 

 

 

I don't like that the writers can't or won't understand that a lot things that Sheldon say and do comes off as abusive (he is a bully) in my opinion and they have Leonard taking it over and over.  Leonard rarely gets a chance to tell Sheldon off, or put Sheldon in his place.  I know it's a comedy but come on, the things Leonard puts up with is so over the top it stopped being funny years ago.

 

Leonard is the show whipping boy and that is why I doubt he will get tenure, after all that would mean he would finally caught a break.  I see either Kripke or Sheldon getting --- heck I can see Raj getting it before Leonard would.  When it comes to Leonard the show is very predictable imo.

Edited August 21, 2013 by ArmyGirl

[Mars]

Why is it implied TBBT at some point needs to consider its length, it's only S7, I mean it feels like S4 TBH. If they can carry that dead weight Taahm for another 5 seasons even without their main star Charlie, then I see no reason why TBBT cannot go for another 3-4 seasons at least. Still alot of character development to be done, still show alot more of the characters backstories, Lenny getting engaged, maybe Howard And Bernadette having kids, maybe developing on Pennys acting career, Sheldon and Amy possibly taking things further e.t.c. Still got a lot of life in it, I get sitcom's that hit the sixth season, need to evolve to sustain quality over time now, but TBBT quality is still great and ratings are very strong the only thing stopping them from shooting TBBT is the actors, from the looks of it they are still very enthuastic and keen to continue.

 

I'm all for exploring Penny's career and maybe Penny & Leonard getting hitched, but I draw the line at "TBBT Kids". And if the show goes on too long, that might be the direction they're forced to go in, and I doubt it'll be good. The thing is, the problem with using Two and a Half Men's longevity to justify TBBT continuing for 3-4 seasons doesn't work for me. In my opinion, that show hasn't been funny for years (even with Charlie Sheen) but they just keep churning it out. It's still popular, I guess, but I don't want to turn on the television in 3 years and see a 40 something year old Sheldon sniping at 40 something year old Leonard about giving him a ride to the dentist. 

 

 

 

Stardust: I am quoting your post because I wanty to make clear that I haven't continued reading further than this, since I wanted to give my opinion uncoloured by what others think (to a certain extent). Also, because I share your opinion. I, too am of the opinion that having the show last for 12 season would be a mistake, since I am pretty sure that the quality would suffer. To be honest with you, in its present format I don't see it going beyond 9 seasons, and that is taking into consideration that some compromises have already been made. TBBT is unique in the sense that the characters have grown throughout the series, and it is something we expect now: the natural progression of their stories. If said stories have to last so many years more they will have to be diluted, and the progress made at an even more glacial pace than now. There might come a time when people will get tired of it.

I might be in the minority, but I much rather have it last for 8 or 9 seasons, and go out on top, that stretch it up to 12 years and have the quality decrease. I might be in the minority but that's what I think. Unfortunately I have seen it happen to too many shows alerady.

 

I totally agree. Too much of a good thing is bad! I had my fingers crossed for 8 seasons max. That way they could stop tip-toeing around big issues (all things Shamy, Penny proposing, her career etc) and just let things flow naturally instead stretching things out.

[Kasey]

I don't like that the writers can't or won't understand that a lot things that Sheldon say and do comes off as abusive (he is a bully) in my opinion and they have Leonard taking it over and over.  Leonard rarely gets a chance to tell Sheldon off, or put Sheldon in his place.  I know it's a comedy but come on, the things Leonard puts up with is so over the top it stopped being funny years ago.

 

Leonard is the show whipping boy and that is why I doubt he will get tenure, after all that would mean he would finally caught a break.  I see either Kripke or Sheldon getting --- heck I can see Raj getting it before Leonard would.  When it comes to Leonard the show is very predictable imo.

 

Agree except Leonard did get the girl so.....

[Fruit Loop]

 

• I wouldn't say that the premise of the show collapsed, necessarily. I would say that it is (and has always been) completely unrealistic. Who in their right mind would put up with Sheldon's abuse for more than say a year and subject themselves to a room mate agreement that almost makes you a slave to your landlord? the only reason for that is that they need the central characters to live (and meet) at a centralized location. Other than that it is utter fantasy.
• I sort of feel as you do regarding Leonard and tenure but still have high hopes that Leonard gets it. It would balance things a bit and even if teh show is not based on reality it still has to be somewhat believable, and making one of the most beloved characters NEVER catch a break is not only mean, but uninteresting in my opinion. 

 

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One of the reasons I liked Leslie Winkle (Sara Gilbert's Character) so much was her constant Put Downs Of Sheldon. IMHO She should of been the first extra to be offered Permanent Status.  Sheldon represents every thing I dislike in a Person. How anyone could put up with him is be on believe. I really enjoy any time Sheldon gets dumped on.

 

Yes I think the original Premise has collapsed. I still watch but not with the same enthusiasm. I don't read or post on this Forum as much as I once did.

 

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[bbtfan07]

You have to remember that Leonard went into renting the apartment with a great deal of optimism also wondering whether  the former roommate was crazy. And Sheldon did save his life and did not report what happened to the authorities. Despite the grating of their two personalities, deep down the do have some affection for each other. 

[ArmyGirl]

Agree except Leonard did get the girl so.....

 

Wellll .....

[SRAM]

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One of the reasons I liked Leslie Winkle (Sara Gilbert's Character) so much was her constant Put Downs Of Sheldon. IMHO She should of been the first extra to be offered Permanent Status.  Sheldon represents every thing I dislike in a Person. How anyone could put up with him is be on believe. I really enjoy any time Sheldon gets dumped on.

 

Yes I think the original Premise has collapsed. I still watch but not with the same enthusiasm. I don't read or post on this Forum as much as I once did.

 

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Leslie was so great. It would be cool if she went out with Raj, she would be the male side and Raj would be the female. She could come to takeout night and flirt with Leonard and piss Penny off, then make Sheldon feel like a dumbass and piss Amy off. They could have her mention having sex with Howard and piss Bernadette off, too. It would be so funny.

[ArmyGirl]

You have to remember that Leonard went into renting the apartment with a great deal of optimism also wondering whether  the former roommate was crazy. And Sheldon did save his life and did not report what happened to the authorities. Despite the grating of their two personalities, deep down the do have some affection for each other. 

 

So when does Leonard pay off his debt to Sheldon for saving his life?  Does that mean Leonard deserves all the crap he gets from Sheldon?  Having affection for someone shouldn't come at the expense of your dignity.  Guess I see friendship differently than most.

Edited August 21, 2013 by ArmyGirl

[Fruit Loop]

You have to remember that Leonard went into renting the apartment with a great deal of optimism also wondering whether  the former roommate was crazy. And Sheldon did save his life and did not report what happened to the authorities. Despite the grating of their two personalities, deep down the do have some affection for each other. 

 

 

Sheldon has embarrassed Leonard with his lack of social skills enough times to make up for saving his life. IMHO Sheldon and Frank Burns of MASH are the Anti Hero you love to Hate. True BBT wouldn't be as popular with out Sheldon.

 

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Leslie was so great. It would be cool if she went out with Raj, she would be the male side and Raj would be the female. She could come to takeout night and flirt with Leonard and piss Penny off, then make Sheldon feel like a dumbass and piss Amy off. They could have her mention having sex with Howard and piss Bernadette off, too. It would be so funny.

 

 

I would wet my pants with Laugher.

[tmp]

Still no tidbits from last night's taping, huh?

[ShamyVixen]

hey could anyone tell me where to find last nights taping report of 7.1?

or when it will be posted?

I can't find it anywhere!D:

shamyshipperxoxoxo

[rachelshamyfan]

Nobody went from here

Edited August 21, 2013 by rachelshamyfan

[I.Am.Molly]

So when does Leonard pay off his debt to Sheldon for saving his life?  Does that mean Leonard deserves all the crap he gets from Sheldon?  Having affection for someone shouldn't come at the expense of your dignity.  Guess I see friendship differently than most.

 

I dont think Sheldon has ever taken any of Leonard's dignity away. Leonard has stayed with Sheldon for a reason, he doesn't stay because Sheldon bullies him or forces him in any way to stick around. He stays because he WANTS to. Nothing, even the roommate agreement, keeps him there. I believe the only reason he stays is because he actually cares about Sheldon, and likes him. Sure he gets pissed off with him sometimes and all the little quirks he has but there has been plenty of scenes where they get along together and enjoy one anothers company. Like when they play three way chess or 3d chess and discuss each other 'old ladies', there have been scenes that show the two of them just being friendly with each other. I'm not trying to say Leonard doesnt put up with alot, all im saying is he does it of his own accord, he isnt bullied into it. Leonard is a lot more headstrong than i think, at times, you give him credit for. He cares about Sheldon and he knows there probably arent that many people in this world, besides Amy now, that would actually put up with him. So yeah, thats my two cents on that.

Edited August 21, 2013 by I.Am.Molly

[Tensor]

hey could anyone tell me where to find last nights taping report of 7.1?

or when it will be posted?

I can't find it anywhere!D:

shamyshipperxoxoxo

We don't think there is one. None of the regulars went. No one we really know has went. There are possibilities that some one someone else talked to on twitter my relate their experience. If nothing else, MJistheBomb is going next week and since there usually play the previous week's episode, we may have to wait 'till next week.

[hamerman55]

Leslie was so great. It would be cool if she went out with Raj, she would be the male side and Raj would be the female. She could come to takeout night and flirt with Leonard and piss Penny off, then make Sheldon feel like a dumbass and piss Amy off. They could have her mention having sex with Howard and piss Bernadette off, too. It would be so funny.

Leslie, and to a lesser extent, Barry, were the only ones that could really get Sheldon's goat. Having Raj date Leslie or someone like her would be really great. There is actually no reason why they couldn't get another character like her. It would mean going another way for Raj's significant other than Lucy. Oddly enough, having Raj with Lucy would go counter to each of the guys' pairings so far. Amy, Penny and Bernadette put up with their guys' behavior, but for the most part, the girls are the strong and most social persons in the pairing. Lucy would be the opposite. A funnier pairing might be that girl that Bernie tried to set Leonard up with - the girl from her gym that went on about all the ways to damage a man's genitals. Pair metrosexual Raj with a crass tough girl who likes sex would be interesting, and would work as there is no evidence that Raj gained social capability with his voice. But Leslie's previous relationships with Howard and Leonard would make her a better foil to Sheldon. I've never been high on Lucy as she is just too socially awkward. Having Raj hold her hand and walk her through her problems just doesn't seem to offer much humor, as when she gets too tense, she leaves. Where do you go with that?

 

Leonard does seem to have three very important things going for him. First, his science has always been rock solid, even from the first season. Sheldon and Beverly disparage his work, but Sheldon's biggest science moment needed Leonard's skill as an experimental physicist to make it to publication. He's gotten a large DOD grant to work on lasers, and now he's working for Stephen Hawking. That's about as solid as you get short of a Nobel. Second, he is the center of the group. Even Sheldon accepts that. Third, he's always really had Penny, except when Leonard himself was dating Priya. Ever since the first real kiss in the first season, Penny has been slowly moving into Leonard's orbit, and it would appear that she is fully onboard with this now. In many respects, he doesn't really need anything else. The problems with Sheldon last as long as he chooses for them to. He can leave at any time.

[djsurrey]

Leslie was so great. It would be cool if she went out with Raj, she would be the male side and Raj would be the female. She could come to takeout night and flirt with Leonard and piss Penny off, then make Sheldon feel like a dumbass and piss Amy off. They could have her mention having sex with Howard and piss Bernadette off, too. It would be so funny.

Kind of think Leslie has run her course. Her primary purpose was a temporary distraction for Leonard when he was not dating "blondie". Even that ran it's course very quickly. The part was played well but I can't see it being helpful to the series at this point. What would be the point of pairing her with Raj just so she could turn around an dump him? I don't think I'd find it funny if she were to flirt with Leonard at this point.  That would just be sad.

[djsurrey]

"I've never been high on Lucy as she is just too socially awkward. Having Raj hold her hand and walk her through her problems just doesn't seem to offer much humor, as when she gets too tense, she leaves. Where do you go with that?"

 

While I can't actually answer that question I think the Lucy scenes have be hilarious. With Sheldon, Barry, Amy the program has enough insensitive people already. They don't need Leslie. Raj with the "girl from the gym"; that would just make me gag.

 

I'd actually expect Lucy to be relatable for a big part of the audience but many of those people perhaps are never going to give an opinion in a forum. Many people post negative things about her on youtube I see. I thought the Amy Raj Lucy scene was great but I don't know how they could have her character around sheldon and Amy.