Not sure what folks were expecting, but this serves up Maya and Andy (in a Poehler production, no less) in all their awkward goofiness, ready to embrace their role. If you're not fans, maybe move along lol, but this is right on brand with their humor and style. Other reviewers might be missing the intentionality of such. Also the Grannies are fab: leaning into their legit grandma roles of blankets on rockers, and rummaging through purses (and the brooches!), but with no doubt they are actually accomplished and fully qualified in their fields to judge.
But after the first few episodes when the theme could've run thin, I think what actually kept me watching was the camaraderie between the contestants. Love to see it set up this way! The show might feel just a little bit cheesy until it gets its footing (the extra songs are abandoned), but when you see the participants actually supporting each other, baking for each other, with no drama or attempt to eliminate, I think it made a place for itself. It's actually quite unique and cool to watch. I was a little on the fence but I kept it playing and now I'm invested in the group of friends. Lol. Perfect holiday vibe when it's December, but too early to put Christmas movies on repeat yet. Fun!
But after the first few episodes when the theme could've run thin, I think what actually kept me watching was the camaraderie between the contestants. Love to see it set up this way! The show might feel just a little bit cheesy until it gets its footing (the extra songs are abandoned), but when you see the participants actually supporting each other, baking for each other, with no drama or attempt to eliminate, I think it made a place for itself. It's actually quite unique and cool to watch. I was a little on the fence but I kept it playing and now I'm invested in the group of friends. Lol. Perfect holiday vibe when it's December, but too early to put Christmas movies on repeat yet. Fun!