The Amazing Race 8: Family Edition

If you don’t see the latest episode listed here yet, check the home page to find it!

“We Were in the Race to Enjoy It” – An Interview with the Amazing Race 8’s Linz Family , by Jenn Brasler: RealityNewsOnline got the chance to interview the Linz family, the winners of this season of The Amazing Race. Read on to find out what they enjoyed most about the race (besides winning a million dollars), what they think of the Weavers, and the most important thing they think future racers should know.

The Amazing Race 8 Insider, Finale: Thank You, Jesus!, by Heathyr Fields Ford: The Family Edition of The Amazing Race is over, but don’t forget the Insider videos! What do the Linzes think of the Weavers? What do the Weavers think of everybody else? What did all of them have to say at the end of the race? Read on to find out!

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, The Finale, by Mike DeGeorge: Regular readers probably think they know who will fall into the good, the bad, and the ugly categories for the finale, but not so fast. Mike has a couple of surprises in store for you in his analysis of the Amazing Race 8 finale. The victorious Linzes own the good, of course, so don't worry. It's all inside!

The Amazing Race 8, Finale First and Cargo Class Awards: For Mom and Dad, by Betsy Wasser: The race is over, and the Linzes won. But in that final leg of the race, the final three teams showed both First and Cargo Class moments. Read on to see where the Linzes, Bransens, and Weavers wound up.

The Amazing Race 8, Finale: O Canada!, by Jenn Brasler: Our neighbors to the north host the final leg of the family season of The Amazing Race, introducing us uncultured Americans to curling, flying trapezes, and a shoe museum. No matter what the tasks are, the goal is always the same - cross the finish line first and get that million dollars. Will the winners be the Weavers, the Linzes, or the Bransens?

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 10 First and Cargo Class Awards: Regressing , by Betsy Wasser: The final four teams battled it out to see who would have the chance to cross the finish line. One of the teams battled with the other three, and another team battled with each other. How does all of this shake out in First and Cargo Class?

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 10, by Mike DeGeorge: It's down to the wire! Very soon, the final three teams will fight for the one million dollar prize. Mike goes through the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the next-to-last leg as well as breaks down the final three. It's all inside!

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 10 , by Jeffrey Clinard: This week the teams had old-time photos taken, but for the most part teams have been kept out of the eye of the public while racing in the United States. How has this isolation been done, and what impact has it had on the race? Also, which teams were thinking smart, and what should they be doing to win the race?

The Amazing Race 8 Insider, Episode 10: Bill Gates, If You’re Reading This... , by Heathyr Fields Ford: All Heathyr wants for Christmas is the Weavers to lose and Bill Gates to decide she’s worthy of a scholarship that allows her to stay at home and write nifty articles like this, work on novels and screenplays, and not worry about pesky things like rent. It wouldn’t take much, really! In the meantime, she brings you the Insider recaps, including an interesting behind-the-scenes look at the Godlewskis!

The Amazing Race 8: The Finish Line, Episode 10 , by Sandy Lamparello: This week on The Amazing Race: the Finish Line, Sarah and Jon welcome the Godlewski sisters to the studio, thanks to their Philimination. The Godlewskis sure provided more than their share of drama this season. Will we see even more? And do Sarah and Jon have Dr. Phil standing by, just in case? Sandy has her Excedrin at the ready, so let’s take a look!

“Too Many Chiefs and Not Enough Indians” – An Interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Godlewski Family , by Jenn Brasler: The race’s bickering Pink Ladies may have been eliminated this week, but that doesn’t mean we’ve heard the last of them. The ousted sisters tell us their strengths and weaknesses, what they most enjoyed about the race, and whether they would ever do it again.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 10: “Do We Need to Wear Pants?”, by Jenn Brasler: The teams hit the mild, mild West, engaging in tepee-building and wagon-hitching. The second-to-last episode of this drama-filled season isn’t that dramatic, unless you count the Pink Ladies’ nonstop bickering. But the Weavers manage to keep us all entertained by getting pulled over by the police. There’s some old-fashioned justice for you.

The Amazing Race 8 Episodes 8 & 9 First and Cargo Class Awards: The Wicked Witch and Her Three Monkeys, by Betsy Wasser: With two episodes of The Amazing Race to review, Betsy finds that two teams in particular really stand out. One team for being such a fun group of people, the other for being quite the opposite. Who wins First Class, and who should be gone before someone drops a house on them?

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 9, by Mike DeGeorge: There's something missing from "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" this week, but we don't think you'll miss it. In fact, it's something we've been hoping we could be rid of for weeks now. That's right, prepare yourself as Mike brings you a Weaver-free column!

The Amazing Race 8 Insider, Episode 9: TAR Lite , by Heathyr Fields Ford: In this Diet Coke of Amazing Race seasons (just one calorie!), there are still a lot of great clips that get left on the cutting room floor. Join Heathyr as she recaps the Linz brothers bartering their sister to get out of traffic, the Godlewskis having fun for a change, and one of the Weavers actually being put in her place.

The Amazing Race 8: The Finish Line, Episode 9, by Sandy Lamparello: Time for another edition of The Amazing Race: The Finish Line! Since we were left in limbo this week, there will be no Philiminated family to visit with co-hosts Sarah and Jon. They still have a lot for us, including Jon's psychoanalysis of the teams and Christine Godlewski, at right. Let’s take a look!

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 9, by Jeffrey Clinard: The Linz family suffered from bad luck, which pushed them from the lead to the rear of the pack in a single episode, while the Weavers moved from last place to second. Was it all luck, was it thinking smart, or was it a combination of the two? Jeffrey has the answers.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 9: The Old and the Faithful, the Young and the Obnoxious, by Jenn Brasler: The race is down to four families, so it’s time for them to really show their strengths and work together as teams. How can Wally finally show his worth? What task is perfectly-suited to the Weaver girls? Can the Linzes keep their lead in the midst of intense competition? And just how much should we depend on a supposedly reliable geyser?

The Amazing Race 8 Insider, Episode 8: LEAVE ALREADY!, by Heathyr Fields Ford: Heathyr is not pleased about the Weavers' continued existence in The Amazing Race 8. But the show must go on, and Heathyr is here to faithfully recap every Insider clip, every Mat Chat, and every word of Weaver Hypocrisy.

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 8, by Mike DeGeorge: Having to deal with certain other teams, Mike is trying to focus on The Good. Teams like the Linzes make it a little easier to cope. But not always.

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 8, by Jeffrey Clinard: The Bransen family declared themselves to be “Switzerland” and stayed out of the grudge match between the Weaver, Linz, and Godlewski families. What did the others accomplish with all the venom, and was any of it thinking smart?

The Amazing Race 8: The Finish Line, Episode 8, by Brian Towers: Another non-elimination leg means no team to interview on The Finish Line! Luckily, CBS.com is willing to make up for it with special guest star Oswald Mendez, one half of "Team Cha-Cha-Cha" from Amazing Race 2.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 8: "If You Live, Let's Go Out!" , by Jenn Brasler: The Weavers wind up accidentally taking the scenic route and seeing more of Utah than they can stomach. At least we get to see a lot of pretty views. Will the Weavers’ mistake cost them the race? Will the Linzes finally fight their way to first place? And which racer gets asked out by a random person on a ski slope?

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 7: WWJL?, by Heathyr Fields Ford: Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, welcome to the Christian game of stunning speculation and quick responses! Yes, it’s time for another round of WWJL - What Would Jesus Litter?! On tonight’s episode, the J-Man tools along in his limited edition, bulletproof Mini-Cooper (the Pope’s got nuthin’ on the Son, ya know?) when suddenly, an SUV filled with buxom women passes him. [gasps from the crowd] What’s the appropriate item to throw at boobalicious women if you’re JC? If you’re THE MAN? Find out on WWJL!

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 7 First and Cargo Class Awards: Making Bail , by Betsy Wasser: Two episodes of The Amazing Race brought two first place finishes for the Godlewski family. Are they running a First Class race? Plus, the Paolo family is eliminated. Will they go out the way they came in – that is, in Cargo Class?

The Amazing Race 8: The Finish Line, Episode 7, by Sandy Lamparello: Time for another edition of The Amazing Race: The Finish Line! The Paolos were Philiminated this week, so parents Marion and Tony and sons Brian and D.J. are our guests. The Paolos fought a lot during the race, but had some nice family moments, too. Let’s take a look and see what their thoughts are about their experience. But wait - where’s co-host Jon?

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 7, by Mike DeGeorge: Mike is known for not being the world's biggest Weaver fan. But as much venom as he's unleashed on this family pales in comparison to this week. He's also been pretty harsh on the Paolos. What does he think now that they're gone? All this and more inside!

“We are Fighting in a Nicer Way” - An Interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Paolo Family , by Jenn Brasler: The Amazing Race’s most combustible family chats with us about the worst part of racing, connecting with other families, and their favorite moments on the race. Read on to find out why Brian thinks the banana task defined them - and it’s not because they’re bananas.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 7: Marry Me, Phil , by Jenn Brasler: I love you so, I always will. A rollicking two-hour episode takes us from Costa Rica to Arizona, where the teams add Super Karts, boats, and wagons to their growing list of transportation vehicles. Read on to find out if any of the Paolos drown, if the Bransens will turn hand socks into a new fashion statement, and why Jenn loves Phil so darned much.

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 6: Nobody Expects the Weaver Infestation!, by Heathyr Fields Ford: The Amazing Race 8’s one failing is the pathetic tasks and the family variation…TWO! AR8’s two failings are the pathetic tasks, the family variations, and the Weavers, THREE! AR8’s three main failings are the pathetic tasks, the family variations, and the Weavers. Especially the Weavers. Seriously.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 7 First and Cargo Class Awards: Red Beans and Nice , by Betsy Wasser: Fan favorite team the Gaghans were eliminated this week. With their classy exit, they seem like a lock for first class. But will any other teams join them? You may be surprised at the answer.

The Amazing Race 8: Thinking Smart in Episode 6, by Jeffrey Clinard: The Paolo family made several attempts to put the Weaver family at a disadvantage, from helping other teams get on earlier buses to using the Yield on them. Were those moves thinking smart, and what other smart and not-so-smart moves did the teams make in Costa Rico?

The Amazing Race 8: The Finish Line, Episode 6, by Sandy Lamparello: It's an exceptionally sad occasion for Sandy this week, as her favorite team, the Gaghans, shows up to answer some questions. Not only do we find out why they waited for the Paolos at the fast forward, but maybe, just maybe, we get a little insight on why everyone hates the Weavers! Sandy has as much of the details as CBS.com will give her, inside!

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 6, by Mike DeGeorge: It was a rough week on The Amazing Race, as the best team remaining was eliminated, the Paolos had perhaps the best leg of any team yet this season, and the Weavers continue to infuriate. What does Mike have to say about all this? Find out inside!

“We Would Have Paid to Do This Race” - An Interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Gaghan Family, by Jenn Brasler: Ever thought about taking two kids on the race of a lifetime? Bill and Tammy Gaghan did it. Find out about the pros and cons of an extreme family vacation in our interview with the Gaghan family.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 6: A Hill of Beans , by Jenn Brasler: The teams continue their tour of Spanish-speaking countries, searching for relics, coffee beans, and sanity. The Paolos have undergone drastic changes, and the Linzes are keeping things friendly. As if that weren’t surprising enough, Jenn has finally turned on one of her Sentimental Favorite families! Read on to find out which it is.

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 5, by Mike DeGeorge: A lot to rant about this week - the Race leaves the United States, we have our first non-elimination leg, the Weavers continue to exist. But perhaps the strongest venom is saved for the Paolos. Find out why!

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 5 First and Cargo Class Awards: A Man, A Plan, A Canal- Pamama!, by Betsy Wasser: The Paolos weren’t quite as bad this week as they usually are. Was their good behavior enough to get them out of Cargo Class for the first time ever?

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 5, by Jeffrey Clinard: The race moved to Panama, featured a race for the fast forward between two teams, and an alliance was formed to try to eliminate the Weaver family. Was that thinking smart, and what other actions were in the thinking smart category? Jeffrey has the answers.

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 5: Bears in the Woods , by Heathyr Fields Ford: We have a big bunch of mat chats this week, with the Paolos talking about love, the Weavers talking about how well-travelled they are, and the Godlewskis babble. Well, some things just aren't a surprise. Plus, we have an actual Phil's Diary segment this week!

The Amazing Race 8: The Finish Line, Episode 5, by Sandy Lamparello: It’s time for our second installment of The Amazing Race: The Finish Line! It didn’t take long for us to find out what happens when there is no Philimination. After an exciting race through Panama, the Godlewskis finished last, but were saved when Phil informed them that it was a non-elimination leg. So there will be no guest family this week, but let’s see who else may show up…

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 5: We Might Get a Home Run , by Jenn Brasler: The race finally leaves the U.S., taking the six remaining families to Panama for bird-watching and baseball. What else can the Weavers do to tick people off? Can the Gaghans pull themselves out of the bottom of the heap? Will the Paolos continue to actually do well? Find out inside.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 4 First and Cargo Class Awards: One Minute, by Betsy Wasser: The Weaver family is one that fans of the show seem to either love or hate. How did this controversial family fare this week? And which other teams landed in First or Cargo Class? Read on!

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 4 - "Thunder or Cannon Fire, It's All the Same", by Mike DeGeorge: It should come as absolutely no surprise that Mike has a lot to say about the Weavers again this week. What may be surprising is exactly what he has to say. Admit it, this is the article you've been dying to read!

The Amazing Race 8, The Finish Line: Episode 4 – Schroeder Family , by Sandy Lamparello: Welcome to the first installment of a brand new Internet talk show, The Amazing Race: The Finish Line! Here we’ll get all those burning questions answered. I don’t know about you, but I know the one question I’d ask is how a family from New Orleans managed to get lost in New Orleans, and thus was eliminated from the race. Will Stassi ever stop talking? And what was the deal with the Weavers? Let’s see how our hosts do on their first day…

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 4: Yappy Dogs Must Die , by Heathyr Fields Ford: Heathyr tries to get the insider clips to play while contending with loud dogs in her neighborhood. Are these things more annoying than Christine Godlewski’s need for validation? Find out inside.

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 4 , by Jeffrey Clinard: Plenty of teams were not thinking smart during the fourth leg of the race, though the Bransen family was not one of them. Why did they finish in first place again? What teams suffered for their choices? Who was thinking smart? Jeffrey has the answers.

“We Lost Everything But We are Still a Family” - An Interview with the Amazing Race 8’s Schroeder Family , by Jenn Brasler: How are the Schroeders coping after Hurricane Katrina? What would they have done differently if they’d had the chance? How much time did it take them to find the Southern Colonel? Find out in our interview with the latest team eliminated from The Amazing Race 8.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 4: Moon Over Louisiana , by Jenn Brasler: Our seven remaining families head to the South, racing through Alabama and a pre-Katrina Mississippi and Louisiana. Along the way, they encounter a few of the world’s largest places and things and head to the Schroeders’ home state. Can the Gaghans handle some hard work and keep themselves out of last place?

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 3 - "Don't Die Until Later", by Mike DeGeorge: This week brings a visit to Space Camp, a mystery bus ride, a meltdown, children calling their parents names, and a heartbreaking elimination. Mike breaks down all of these and more into The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. It's all a click away!

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 3 First and Cargo Class Awards: Full of Shrimp , by Betsy Wasser: Tony Paolo may be “full of shrimp,” but is he full of something else that might land him in Cargo Class? And the Weaver family had one crazy week. Where will they wind up? The answers are all right here.

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 3, by Jeffrey Clinard: The linear nature of the third leg of the race provided only a few ways for teams to get ahead of the pack. Did the Schroeder family make the right choice in de-heading 200 pounds of shrimp? Did the Weaver family make the right choice in having a goofy moment? Which teams were thinking smart?

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 3: Migraines Suck , by Heathyr Fields Ford: It's time again to check in with CBS.com's Amazing Race insider clips! Join Heathyr this week as we say goodbye to the Aiellos, talk to the Weavers about their bus adventure, thrill to some porpoises on the shrimp boats, and frantically track down a missing bag. It's all a click away!

“I Got to Know the Men My Daughters Love” - An Interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Aiello Family, by Jenn Brasler: What did the Aiellos really think of the Weavers? How did they think they would fare against the Gaghans? How has their family dynamic changed since the race? Find out in our interview.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 3: These People are Crazy , by Jenn Brasler: The standings get jumbled as the eight remaining families make their way down south. Can the racers handle 3 Gs? Can Wally keep up with everyone else? Who receives possibly the best reward ever? And why does everyone think the Weavers are crazy?

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 2 First and Cargo Class Awards: A Little Respect , by Betsy Wasser: It’s only fitting that The Amazing Race had a Civil War related task this week, as the Cargo Class families engaged in a civil war of their own. Which families argued their way into Cargo Class, and which one is happily relaxing in First Class? Is there any doubt as to where the Paolos belong?

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 2, by Jeffrey Clinard: Thinking smart often means doing the simple things, like reading the clue, correctly. The Godlewski family did and placed well because of it. In a leg that spanned Washington, D.C., and Virginia, which teams were thinking smart?

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 2: Driving Crazy , by Heathyr Fields Ford: This week’s batch of insider clips shows us Tommy Linz’s driving skills, Char Schroeder’s big heart, and the Godlewskis’ doubts about their choice in detours. Read on to find out more about what we didn’t see on The Amazing Race 8.

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 2 - "God Is Not On Your Side Because He Hates Idiots", by Mike DeGeorge: The families continue dancin' across the USA, where they confront spies in Washington, near empty gas tanks, multiple reflecting pools, and near heart attacks, all of which are covered in The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Where do the Rogers fit in?

“We Definitely Worked Together as a Team” – An Interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Rogers Family , by Jenn Brasler: Did the Rogerses plan to stick to an alliance with the Schroeders? Did anyone other than Denny prove to possess leadership skills? What special car feature did the family attempt to use to get ahead? Find out in our interview with the Rogers family.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 2: Stupid Mode , by Jenn Brasler: If you thought the tasks wouldn’t be as physical as in the past because of the kids along for the ride, you were wrong. Can the little ones handle a Civil War reenactment? Can the teams navigate the maze of Washington, D.C.? Can one family recover from a time-consuming mistake? Find out inside.

The Amazing Race 8: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Episode 1 - Sorry, Shorty, by Mike DeGeorge: Just as The Amazing Race debuted its new format this season, RealityNewsOnline presents a brand new, Clint Eastwood inspired column. No, no one gets abandoned in the desert (at least not yet), we do have Mike giving his thoughts on the race and the teams. Who is his favorite? And who does he love? And why? And what about that new race format anyway? Find out inside!

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 1 First and Cargo Class Awards: Escape from New York , by Betsy Wasser: Great news! Several racing teams on the first episode of The Amazing Race showed First Class behavior. But the team that’s landing in Cargo Class really deserves it.

The Amazing Race 8 Insiders, Mat Chats and Phil’s Diary, Episode 1: Flirting, Families, Fun, and Frenzy , by Heathyr Fields Ford: Another season of The Amazing Race is under way, and that means another round of Phil’s Diary, insider footage, and Mat Chats. Heathyr is back to give you the scoop on what the families said on the mat and what Phil thinks of this new season.

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart in Episode 1, by Jeffrey Clinard: Even on a family edition, brainpower works better than leg power when running the Amazing Race. Was one of the detour tasks faster than the other, or did it depend on the composition of the team? And were a couple of hot dog vendors on the streets of New York City good for something more than just a clue envelope? Jeffrey has the answers.

“That Was the Biggest Disappointment” – An Interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Black Family , by Jenn Brasler: What did the Black Family enjoy the most about their brief time in the race? What did they see as their strengths and weaknesses? How were they challenged? Find out in our interview with The Amazing Race 8’s Black family.

The Amazing Race 8, Episode 1: A New Yorker Lost in Manhattan , by Jenn Brasler: Pack your bags, children – it’s time for the mother of all family vacations. Join Papa Phil, 40 racers, and your tour guide Jenn for a new season of the granddaddy of reality shows, The Amazing Race. Will the kids be able to keep up with the adults? Will the Paolos stop fighting and dig themselves out of last place? Will anyone be able to tell the Godlewski sisters apart? Find out inside.

The Amazing Race 8 (Family Edition): Thinking Smart Before the Race, by Jeffrey Clinard: For the last seven seasons of The Amazing Race, Jeffrey wrote up articles each week on how to think smart to remain in the game and ultimately win. Some teams did well because they thought things out; others did poorly because they refused to use their heads. So what does thinking smart mean in The Amazing Race? What should the teams be thinking of doing even before they leave the starting line so that they end up winning like Amazing Race 7’s Uchenna and Joyce?

The Amazing Race 8 Winners Leaked?, by Jenn Brasler: Last season, irregular betting on Uchenna and Joyce led to the suspicion that the winners’ identity had been leaked. Has the same thing happened again? Warning: This article may contain spoiler information!

‘The Amazing Race 8’ Teams Revealed , by Jenn Brasler: CBS has announced the participants in the eighth season of The Amazing Race, the so-called family season. Step inside to find out which family masters Tae Kwon Do, which family describes one of its own members as lazy, and which family is made up of people who didn't even grow up together.

For more links to articles on The Amazing Race 8, check out SirLinksAlot – The Amazing Race 8 and RealityTVLinks.