Join Ariana Madix on a visit to 'Love Island USA' this weekend!
**Hey there, folks! Welcome to the revamped Screen Gab, the newsletter for all you 'Love Island USA' enthusiasts who were patiently waiting for Peacock to load faster. Yeah, that delay in the Season 7 premiere was unfortunate, but as they say, good things come to those who wait. Speaking of goodness, former 'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix joined us to chat about the latest iteration of the reality dating show that brings together a group of single people into one villa for a wild, drama-filled shot at love (and cash).
This week's Screen Gab is packed with recommendations, including a PBS documentary about Edwin Land, a Harvard dropout who changed the way people capture memories with his iconic Polaroid camera, and a British competition series called 'Taskmaster.' This intriguing show has become a viral sensation by asking comedians to take on ludicrous challenges, proving that comedy (and absurdity) can reign supreme.
Hey, remember that?
- 'Materialists': Dakota Johnson and director Celine Song reimagined romantic comedies with this contemporary, nuanced take on relationships.
- 'The Life of Chuck': Mark Hamill delved into the battle of good and evil (again) and discussed his hopes for a more normalized America.
- 'Phineas and Ferb': The adored cartoon series returned for season 5 with more musical numbers, guest appearances, and classic shenanigans.
- Laughing in the face of stereotypes: Nathan Lane, Kate Hudson, and other stars opened up about facing typecasting, their comedy heroes, and other memorable experiences at The Envelope Comedy Roundtable.
Turn it up
- "Mr. Polaroid" (PBS): Dive into the life of Polaroid inventor Edwin Land and his revolutionary camera that forever changed the way we capture moments.
- "Taskmaster" (YouTube, Pluto TV): Laugh your way through the absurd challenges and hilarious antics of this British comedy competition series hosted by pompous tyrant Greg Davies and his faithful aide, Alex Horne.
Chattime with Ariana
With 'Love Island USA' back in full swing, we caught up with Ariana Madix to talk about her hosting duties, advice for contestants, and her go-to comfort watches.
Ariana's best relationship advice:Enter with authenticity and vulnerability, be open to opportunities, and embrace the unpredictable journey of reality television.
Contestants to watch this season:Ariana has a feeling about Olandria Carthen, a contestant who appears to be brilliant, drops-dead beautiful, and full of personality.
Ariana's recent favorites to stream:'Sweet Home' on Netflix, an obsession-inducing South Korean series about monsters that had her in tears, and the comforting craic of 'The Office' or 'Parks and Recreation' on Peacock.
Taskmaster: Strap in for a ride as comedians pit their wits and creativity against each other in this eccentric British competition series. Contestants face unusual, absurd tasks, and the competition is judged by the Taskmaster, whose tasks test lateral thinking, humor, and problem-solving prowess. Points are awarded for performance, creativity, and entertainment value, and the contestant with the highest score at the end of the series wins a trophy modeled on the Taskmaster’s head.
Get your laughs and keep the popcorn close as we guide you through another week of unforgettable streaming adventures!
- In the midst of wildfires ravaging California, the entertainment industry continues to thrive with the release of Dakota Johnson's contemporary romantic comedy, 'Materialists'.
- After binge-watching 'Love Island USA', one can turn to technology for recommendations, such as the viral British comedy competition series 'Taskmaster', available on YouTube and Pluto TV.
- On a day when movies-and-tv news dominates the headlines, it's worth noting Ariana Madix's advice for reality television contestants concerning authenticity and embracing vulnerability.
- As Los Angeles serves as a backdrop for productions like 'Love Island USA', the city's bustling entertainment scene doesn't go unnoticed, with stars like Nathan Lane and Kate Hudson opening up about facing stereotypes in their careers.
- With the passionate discourse surrounding reality dating shows like 'Love Island USA', it's not surprising that the news of Ariana's latest entertainment endeavors unsurprisingly makes headlines.
