Wanna know how I knew this Kathy/Woz liaison was doomed? The only adjectives our funny lady could ever muster to describe her billionaire bear were "smart" and "genius." Throw in a "he’s got a great personality" and you’ve got the perfect trifecta for a fizzle rather than a sizzle. My friend Tara always says you’ve got to be able to imagine jumping a guy’s bones or it will never work. And in this case, it was truly as simple as that. But before the duo parted ways, they must have inked a deal with the Segway devil to product-place the crap out of this completely frivolous gizmo, because it truly was the star of the episode.
I’m not embarrassed to admit that the Personal Transporter (as it’s deemed on Segway’s web site) scares me in much the same way skis scare me. Neither one has brakes! The Segway actually frightens me more because of the way you stop–by leaning backward. It’s one step away from a team-building trust fall with only the pavement to temper your crash landing. It seemed Kathy felt the same way trying to maneuver the Segway around her downhill driveway, and it couldn’t have helped having "Debbie Downer" Wozniak there to tell her all about the people who crack their heads open on the sidewalk (and he was talking about the ones on foot). After Kathy cheated death several times. the pair headed to the mathematically sublime (all those perfect Bs!) restaurant, Bob’s Big Boy of Burbank, for a fancy meal.
But of course, this show isn’t called The Apple Guru, and we spent some non-Woz time with Kathy and Team Griffin, too, on a visit tothe University of Southern California; Kath had beeninvited to discuss her managerial skills ("Such as?" Jessica snidelyinquired) with juniors and seniors at the Marshall School of Business.The evening was mostly lighthearted (I want to do a faux Behind the Actor’s Studiointerview too!), though Kathy did speak seriously and thoughtfullyabout the First Amendment issues she faces making fun of celebritiesfor a living. Yay for knowing your rights, girl! And how great was itto find out that Jessica used to be a shampoo girl? Strangely, I cankind of see it.
Back at home, Kath dragged friend Rachel True of The Craftfame to Woz’s Segway polo match so she could hook her up with one of Woz’sequally intelligent though hopefully less nerdy co-worker. Thewhole afternoon was about as awkward as you’d expect watching middle-aged men who still livewith their mothers attempt to hit on a Hollywood beauty (who totally schooledKathy on the Segway, by the way). Two suitors, Rob and George, stood outfrom the nerd squad, so Kathy invited them to dine with her, Rachel, andWoz at some joint called the Hick’ry Pit. But those poor boys couldn’tget a word in edgewise thanks to the cockblocker who refused to shutup. Does Woz not pick up on social cues? How many blank stares can oneperson receive before getting the hint?
The uncomfortably strange evening ended with Kathy and Woz beingcrowned prom king and queen (sort of) at the Fur Ball charity event.Who could’ve imagined the dynamic duo’s romance would end with a furball? Yeah, yeah, it’s not that hard.
So PopWatchers, are you sad to see Woz and Kathy part ways? Do youhave any Segway pointers for Kath? Do you have a man for poor Rachel?Tell all!
Awww, Segways are awesome! My husband and I took a Segway tour in San Francisco on our honeymoon. Now there are hills!! (They don’t take beginners on anything TOO steep.) Once you are on them for a few minutes, you really start to get the hang of them and then we started racing each other. I think my maximum speed was 12 MPH. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Does anyone know who Woz ended up getting engaged to so soon?
I saw her on Jimmy Kimmel a while ago – she said he got engaged to an instructor at Apple.
segways are for dorks, to lazy to walk. Kathy rocks.
I thought the whole WOZ relationship was terrific. KAthy certainly made it work..and it showed people, oh those of little faith, how smart she really is. As is said in my family, She is dumb like a fax!
C’mon – you missed the best part – a hammered Peggy Fleming! Shouting Party ON no less!!
Agreed! A wasted Peggy Fleming was the funniest moment of the night. It was nice to see Kathy in a more real setting when she was discussing her relationship with Woz. From the get go, I noticed how there was no passion (they never kissed, just hugged!) but they were a fun pair together. My best to both of them! Hugs.
This was one of my favorite episodes of the season. I thought the Woz segments were a thoughtful lead up to the ending where she talked about the status of their relationship. The college interview looked like a whole lot of fun and it was interesting to see her interacting with younger people. I liked her guests on this episode. The gay professor looked like he was experienced doing interviews and was really handsome for a business professor. I thought her answer about the first amendment was also thoughtful and demonstrated her business savvy which we don’t always get to see on “D-List.” Keep up the good work!
This ep was so uncomfortable for me, since I love seeing Kathy whip it out and have fun, interacting with folks of every age, race and lifestyle. But last night she had to put up with Woz’s yakking, love of crap eateries, and ignoring her at the Fur Ball. She wasted so much time with him! I hope our Mrs. Kathy fired him before he fired her. PS The bit in TV Guide didn’t do her justice. She sounded much too tame…..
Anyone know what the scoop is on Jessica? Did she really quit?
True, knew it couldn’t last because there was clearly no physical attraction on either side, but I think they WERE friends and enjoyed each other’s company. Enjoyed a drunken Peggy but it looked like half her face was melting…
Ithink it’s funny that Kathy et al were so surprised and/or upset by Woz’s lack of social graces–hello, the man IS the ultimate nerd after all! Why would she expect him 2 pick up on the whole “we’re here so Rachel can check these guys out” thing? He’s a dork! A nice, very rich, very smart man-yet still a dork. At least Kathy ended it @ the right time-she’s got her millions & she needs a man who’s a bit (meaning a LOT) more clued in 2 her needs-tho wow was WOZ a good sport w/ her, esp when she spoke about things he clearly didn’t understand (the bear convention KILLED)! Oh-& what about drunk Peggy Flem? Whoa-best episode ever!
Ithink it’s funny that Kathy et al were so surprised and/or upset by Woz’s lack of social graces–hello, the man IS the ultimate nerd after all! Why would she expect him 2 pick up on the whole “we’re here so Rachel can check these guys out” thing? He’s a dork! A nice, very rich, very smart man-yet still a dork. At least Kathy ended it @ the right time-she’s got her millions & she needs a man who’s a bit (meaning a LOT) more clued in 2 her needs-tho wow was WOZ a good sport!
Bravo had this thing about reading the assistant blogs, so I went there and it was only about the first and second eps…isn’t next week the finale? So no clues there. Kathy and Woz seemed more like friends than a couple.
i LOVED Woz, i didn’t know anything about him before this show and now i’m totally a fan of his and his work. (i still love you too, Kathy.) i thought he was great and i think Bravo should develop a spinoff of Woz and Maggie road tripping around the U.S. (that one’s free, Bravo. You’re welcome.) In the end, they obviously weren’t met for everlasting love, but i thought they made a great pair of pals.