I’m actually SO hoping she smashes the American Smooth because I NEED that breakthrough moment. She has so much potential and I just want everything to click!!

If it’s not this weekend, what dance style do we think is gonna be THE one? I’m rooting for this so hard and really want it to happen!

I’ve found Sarah’s participation interesting because Strictly asks so much of the celebrities beyond simply learning steps. There’s musicality, timing, performance and the pressure of doing it live in front of millions of people. I’m interested to see how she continues adapting to the ballroom and Latin styles. I hope the judges give her constructive feedback that builds confidence rather than focusing only on the leaderboard.

I’ve noticed this season of SCD has so many Salsa routines. Almost every couple is doing one. I had only been watching this show since 2020 so idk the history before that, but I don’t remember Salsa being such a high demand dance? Do you guys like Salsa routines? I find them too all look the same, and they are almost never to salsa music. For a speciality dance it’s used way more than the other speciality styles.

What's with the micro mini microphones? Is it a funny online trend? I was watching ITT yesterday. I noticed they were in dance studios being interviewed with these mini mics.

Also, who was the girl interviewing in the studios? She appears alongside Tyler. I've never seen her on TV before. Wasn't sure of her Strictly connection. I'm surprised they didn't use Tyler & Molly that would have been cute.

I always notice the couples are keen to impress Craig. His opinion and score seem the most valued. I don't know Craig's background. Is he a choreographer? I presume Shirley is the most qualified judge? When she gets those bloody shoes out 😆. I'm glad Joshy binned them 😆.

I enjoy Craig, but I feel his critique and catchphrases are getting a bit repetitive. I'm all for a little judge shake-up.

Who's your favourite?

Been under the weather for the past few days so had a TV binge yesterday and caught up with strictly and watched all of the episodes from this season back to back.

That’s enough of the niceties for today, all I’ve got to say is what the hell have they done to the show. Let me get one thing straight, the three presenter format doesn’t work, Emma is carrying BOTH Josh and Johannes, with both looking completely lost and out of their depth, the small ‘skits’ between dances that Emma and Josh mainly do are the cringiest thing and devalue the show. Don’t even get me started on Johanne’s constant insistence on calling Josh ‘Joshy’ either.

Emma is probably the best presenter of a generation in my opinion and needs someone next to her of equal standard. Yes, I said SOMEONE not PEOPLE. Strictly Come Dancing does not need THREE presenters, when the dancers finish and they go to judges comments the second presenter just looks LOST, I’m sorry Josh but you look like an absolute child stood there waiting to make a corny joke or comment.

Obviously the producers aren’t going to be making changes mid way through this season but the sign of strong management is being able to admit when things aren’t working and this format just doesn’t work.

Amy Dowdens comment PISSED me off when she was eliminated ‘it’s just been my luck over the past few years’ well be BETTER and a more complete coach then and stop whining and be BETTER.

Also, CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD seems to be in a good mood this season I want SAVAGE CRH back.

Rant over, I’m going to bed and FUCK this season of SCD I’ve had enough GOODBYE after 20 years of watching this show.

Katya & Wynne in the Clauditorium. He puts his arm around her waist, she pushes it away. She claims it was friendly banter 🤣. It was pretty awks!

Was watching last year's Blackpool week on iPlayer and found this. She was sat with Danny, Ashley and Jay.