Topic: TAR 32 Pre-Race MEDIA

[Plaidmoon]

Andy Dehnart at Reality Blurred has posted some information about the current plans for casting and filming TAR 32 which apparently will be happening before the end of this year, probably in November.  It also appears that the plan is to have a traditional cast of people new to the show and not any returning people or people from other reality shows. Yay! 

https://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2018/07/amazing-race-32-casting-teams-lynne-spillman/

Amazing Race 32 casting teams of two—and Lynne Spillman is involved

by Andy Dehnart 6 Jul. 2018 | 8:19 pm

The Amazing Race 32 is now casting, with finals scheduled for the end of this month. The show just concluded filming season 31 on July 3 in Detroit, and will film season 32 in November, a return to its typical production cycle.

The casting has been advertised by the show’s long-time casting director, Lynne Spiegel Spillman, which is notable only because she was recently fired from casting Survivor. She had cast both CBS competition shows since their first seasons, and appears to be continuing with Amazing Race despite whatever happened with Survivor.

While TAR 31’s cast consists entirely CBS reality star pairs, the show appears to be returning to a typical season of regular players for TAR 32.

The Amazing Race’s casting website says specifically that the show wants people with pre-existing relationships:

We are looking for a Teams of two! You must have a pre-existing relationship with the person. If you are not familiar with the show, please go to CBS.com and become familiar with the show.

Typically we choose teams that have known each other a minimum of one year. We choose relationships that are “relatable”. For your best chance of getting on the show, please refer to past seasons 1-30.

DO NOT APPLY IF YOU CAN NOT TAKE OFF WORK TO FILM THE SHOW!

Anyone age 21 and up can apply with a teammate.

The casting site’s FAQ refers to season 31 in its answers. For example, it says, “The filming dates for the season we are casting are sometime between May 30th and June 30th 2018, for approximately 25-30 days.”

The TAR 32 casting notice on Instagram

Casting director Lynne Spillman posted about this on Instragram this week, and in one of the comments, said that finals casting will be later this month followed by production in November.

Several past CBS and non-CBS reality show contestants responded to that post on Instagram and suggested themselves for the cast.

That included Jessica “Sugar” Kiper, who came in third on Survivor Gabon, who wrote, “My husband and I would be perfect, except, by the end of traveling for the first 24 hours, we’d be threatening divorce… but that’s probably good tv.”

American Grit season two competitor Michael Morgan posted “You willing to give two American Grit competitors a chance?” and added “our contracts are null and void! We definitely played Grit with strategy, skill and determination.”

[Maanca]

Has 32 actually been greenlighted? Got a hunch the ratings for 31 could be pretty volatile because a lot of the BB and Survivor fans will only stick around as long as their favourite team does. And at the same time, a lot of the loyals may avoid the season because of this.

[I ♥ TAR]

Pretty sure that they "looked for teams of two" last 4 seasons too, and we all know what happened.

I really hope this is finally "normal" season again, without cast gimmick.

[theschnauzers]

Has 32 actually been greenlighted? Got a hunch the ratings for 31 could be pretty volatile because a lot of the BB and Survivor fans will only stick around as long as their favourite team does. And at the same time, a lot of the loyals may avoid the season because of this.

I would interpret Lynnw Spellman's IG Post as an pretty strong indication that season 32 has in fact been greenlighted. Phil said in interviews in the spring that he expect filming of two seasons this year (June and December) and noted the support of the current CBS network president who got TAR that Wednesday at 8pm timeslot, and is enthusiastic about the show. And Phil is totally aware of the fanbase demand for a normal casted season without stunt casting of "normal people doing extraordinary things." I also see this as a possible scheduling decision to alternate Survivor-TAR-Survivor-TAR in that time slot.

[ianthebalance]

I'm not buying the all new normal people until it actually happens

[BourkieBoy]

It's about time we got normal, everyday, Americans! 

Filming in November.... Interesting!

But hey, 2 filming's per year and a NEW season of TAR, is everything we want! 

[Cyzoran]

Submitting my application on Monday! Hope to hear something back!

[Gra1162]

This is great news about time we get a normal cast

Fliming near my birthday 

2 Fliming per year awesome 

[georgiapeach]

There is pretty much always one official "green light" and one unofficial so that scouting can begin.

Any public news about 32 is a very clear sign indeed!

[BourkieBoy]

Peach, can you start a TAR 32 Speculation thread, we can speculate on this new upcoming season?

[Leafsfan.]

So people can post wishlists for.months?

[georgiapeach]

Peach, can you start a TAR 32 Speculation thread, we can speculate on this new upcoming season?

Other than the news media, there is nothing to speculate on.

Newbies and Filming dates appear accurate. So for now I think we'll hold off.

[jb542]

I know it's REALLY early but I was thinking they might air 31 in the Winter like 30 did and have 32 air in the summer. It would be good for CBS because their Summer shows do horrible except for BB. TAR could easier air in the summer with BB. Obviously nothing is confirmed yet. The timing would be weird to have them do 31 in January then air 32 right after in the Spring

[claude_24hrs]

I don't believe two seasons of AR per year would be unlikely that has no vacancy between Survivor seasons.

[FFGCSDT]

I know it's REALLY early but I was thinking they might air 31 in the Winter like 30 did and have 32 air in the summer. It would be good for CBS because their Summer shows do horrible except for BB. TAR could easier air in the summer with BB. Obviously nothing is confirmed yet. The timing would be weird to have them do 31 in January then air 32 right after in the Spring

Im holding out hope that they will replace a show this fall with tar31 and then tar32 can air in February. Back to the normal schedule

[TheRabbi]

I'm taking this news with a sizable grain of salt, but it still leaves me very hopeful. How crazy would it be to have 2 seasons in the can by Thanksgiving to look forward to.

I agree with the poster who said the most logical scenario would be for 32 to air summer 2019, assuming 31 gets the same Jan/Feb slot as 30, perhaps paired up with BB next summer. Networks are getting more bullish about having original programming in the summer and TAR is likely still cheaper than dramatic programming. Here's hoping for a regular season of ordinary people. Like others, I'll believe it when I see it.

[georgiapeach]

TAR would love to have 2 in the can ready to go. If there is no opp to get onto the fall schedule, then they can actually CHOSE which season to air first. 31 or 32...they'll have TWO to chose from and airing order could turn out differently from filming order. Just saying....

I think they are bound to be excited about 31...but will CBS see that as enough to give us a shot at any cancellations and take a fall space??

[dryedmangoez]

Don't they always start planning routes and accepting applications even before getting the official greenlight (of the 1 season) from CBS anyway? Just so they have everything ready to go since logistics for TAR are certainly much different than other shows and the time saved by getting things that they can ready ahead of time will help.

[TARUSAFan]

Filming in November this year!   

[Hysha]

Well, it looks good right now, because it seems they are looking for normal people with a long pre-existing relationship, and it that would be awesome. Now just cast people from all ages, kind of lifes and races and it would be awesome, like the firsts seasons.

The bad thing is that they say the same thing every past season and we saw how it ended... lol

[violetb1911]

Trying not to get riled up by this, but I'm experiencing secondhand excitement! I just hope they cast contestants like TARCan or TARAus (TARAus 4 hype?) and not just stereotypical dudebros and dating/married couples.

[Gra1162]

not just stereotypical dudebros and dating/married couples.

Unless they bring karma and not be so kissy

[Xoruz]

It would definitely be awesome for TAR to be back on twice a year and alternating the Wednesday 8 PM slot would make sense.

Side note: I'm also happy that Lynne is still with TAR.

[Genius]

So long as TAR is continuing, I won't be bothered by whatever gimmick they wish to use.

Hopefully another one or two new countries. There are still numerous safe countries out there that can be featured.

[violetb1911]

So long as TAR is continuing, I won't be bothered by whatever gimmick they wish to use.

[I ♥ TAR]

So long as TAR is continuing, I won't be bothered by whatever gimmick they wish to use.

I can't support this. I would rather have TAR end that continuing with these stupid gimmicks to ruining something what used to be good franchise.

[redwings8831]

then they can actually CHOSE which season to air first. 31 or 32...they'll have TWO to chose from and airing order could turn out differently from filming order. Just saying....

Has this ever happened before? Never even though of it as being a possibility.

[theschnauzers]

then they can actually CHOSE which season to air first. 31 or 32...they'll have TWO to chose from and airing order could turn out differently from filming order. Just saying....

Has this ever happened before? Never even though of it as being a possibility.

It happened with Survivor a few years ago, whic aired the second filmed season first, but not with TAR. But TAR did air three seasons almost literally back to back to back

[BourkieBoy]

I would rather have TAR end that continuing with these stupid gimmicks to ruining something what used to be good franchise.

[Gra1162]

then they can actually CHOSE which season to air first. 31 or 32...they'll have TWO to chose from and airing order could turn out differently from filming order. Just saying....

Has this ever happened before? Never even though of it as being a possibility.

It happened with Survivor a few years ago, whic aired the second filmed season first, but not with TAR. But TAR did air three seasons almost literally back to back to back

Which season

[CocoNuts]

then they can actually CHOSE which season to air first. 31 or 32...they'll have TWO to chose from and airing order could turn out differently from filming order. Just saying....

Has this ever happened before? Never even though of it as being a possibility.

It happened with Survivor a few years ago, whic aired the second filmed season first, but not with TAR. But TAR did air three seasons almost literally back to back to back

Which season

Koah Rong was filmed before Second Chance

[Hysha]

I would rather have TAR end that continuing with these stupid gimmicks to ruining something what used to be good franchise.

Sad but I agree 100%.

[CocoNuts]

I would rather have TAR end that continuing with these stupid gimmicks to ruining something what used to be good franchise.

Sad but I agree 100%.

I'm fine with gimmicks as long as there are entertaining contestants, awesome locations, and difficult tasks.

[Cyzoran]

I would rather have TAR end that continuing with these stupid gimmicks to ruining something what used to be good franchise.

Sad but I agree 100%.

I'm fine with gimmicks as long as there are entertaining contestants, awesome locations, and difficult tasks.

I loved the gimmicks of 26 and 29 where they did the never met before. Both of those seasons were great imo. I didn't like the 28 gimmick of already famous people. though it did become a good race near the end.  So i'm good with gimmicks as long as the racers always take it serious.

[TheRabbi]

I would rather have TAR end that continuing with these stupid gimmicks to ruining something what used to be good franchise.

Sad but I agree 100%.

I'm fine with gimmicks as long as there are entertaining contestants, awesome locations, and difficult tasks.

I loved the gimmicks of 26 and 29 where they did the never met before. Both of those seasons were great imo. I didn't like the 28 gimmick of already famous people. though it did become a good race near the end.  So i'm good with gimmicks as long as the racers always take it serious.

And I am the opposite! 26 and 29 are the 2 worst seasons of the Race. If they ever do something similar, I might not watch that season. The "pre-existing relationship" format is the most important aspect of TAR.

[DavidJunior]

To me, the core of the race is taking people outside their normal lives, and having them experience new places, new cultures, and new adventures.  It's about taking people outside themselves to see the beauty this world has to offer.  In turn, it then gives us the chance to experience these things through the eyes of the contestants.

This race is a showcase of what the world has to offer- I don't care who they pick to experience it, so long as it's exciting and beautiful.

[HavaDrPepper]

To me, the core of the race is taking people outside their normal lives, and having them experience new places, new cultures, and new adventures.  It's about taking people outside themselves to see the beauty this world has to offer.  In turn, it then gives us the chance to experience these things through the eyes of the contestants.

This race is a showcase of what the world has to offer- I don't care who they pick to experience it, so long as it's exciting and beautiful.

 

I am just thankful we still have this show after all these years.  Good cast or bad cast, it is still much better than a lot of the crap on our TV screens these days.

[violetb1911]

Ugh.
I don't care about who are participating in the race, imo, if you're a true fan of a show you'll keep up with it in its highs and lows. I despised JD of TAR 27 , But that didn't mean I boycotted the entire season. TAR 29 Had such a bland cast (actually they did get more interesting by the end) and such stupidly boring tasks, and I hated it. But still I watched it. It bored me, but I still watched it.
The crux of my opinion is that I hope everybody actually watches TAR 32 regardless of whether it has a gimmick or not, with an open mind and a tolerant heart. Believe me, I think the theme behind TAR 31 is so cringeworthy, but it's not enough for me to break down and whine "OMG! Such a stupid cast! I hate it! I'm never gonna watch TAR again!". I'm still gonna go into the season looking forward to new set of locations with tough tasks and a fun set of episodes. Period.

Now, back to discussing about the pre-race media... which I believe has come to a total standstill? Not heard/seen from L. Spillman's social media so far. 

[Hysha]

I don't care about who are participating in the race, imo, if you're a true fan of a show you'll keep up with it in its highs and lows.

I don't think so. I'm not going to start a "fight" about who's more a fan because of what, but I think a true fan wouldn't be happy when they change that many things of the show that you love that much. I felt in love with the old TAR seasons, and I don't think it needs that many changes. Everybody wants the old seasons back, why are they doing all the contrary? lol
As somebody said before, I think the pre-existing relationship is one of the most important things of TAR, and we can't see that with strangers paired up randomly.
I liked season 26 and 29, but I missed so many things on those seasons.

But, as you said, I'll always continue watching TAR no matter what until the day it ends, which I hope it's in a loooooooong future. xD

[Philimination]

In my opinion, I'm alright with one or two teams of strangers. If they pick the right people, seeing a potential new relationship grow can be just as exciting as seeing teams with pre-existing relationships. But I also agree that the teams with pre-existing relationships should be the majority of teams cast for TAR.

[georgiapeach]

Back to MEDIA discussion please...

[GMR 602]

Having two seasons in the bag confirmed by the media can only be seen as having full confidence in the future of TAR

[cerealking]

It's been a long time since they've been to Austrailia/Oceania. Hopefully, they go there this time because they usually spend more time in time in the place that happens to be in Spring/Summer

[jb542]

CBS updated their TAR casting page

[I ♥ TAR]

So casting finals are supposed to happen this month/early august.


Did you have some new info, georgiapeach? Or is "normal" season still happening?

[cbacbacba1]

Phil changed his cover photo for Facebook, and it is a photo of a finish line.
Yet, I did not remember it to be any of the previous 30 finish lines  ?
Could it be 31's?

[Xoruz]

It's the Pittock Mansion from TAR 13.

[Maanca]

Didn't think so. The final city in TAR31 doesn't have hills like the one in the background.

[I ♥ TAR]

Jodi Wincheski from casting just posted this on her facebook:

"Looking for Middle Eastern men who could be in a James Bond movie for a competition reality show. Must live the US but can have permanent resident, green card or certain visa's if not American. Age 25+. Would love to get emails with a picture or social media link, location, age, job, contact info. You will be competing in fun challenges for a large cash prize. Fun show! Can't be someone from another US reality show. Feel free to nominate people."

Can this be for TAR32?

I remember her doing same thing when she looked for man with big beard online before TAR29 and then Mike was casted. I also remember when she looked for hot mother/daughter duo before Survivor BvW2. But Survivor isn't casting right now, I think. So what do you think? Is this TAR?

[Cyzoran]

I look middle eastern if I grow out my beard does that count.

But on amazing race casting website it does say you must be a citizen of Uniates states to compete. Don’t know if that counter acts with what she says.

[georgiapeach]

Jodi Wincheski from casting just posted this on her facebook:

"Looking for Middle Eastern men who could be in a James Bond movie for a competition reality show. Must live the US but can have permanent resident, green card or certain visa's if not American. Age 25+. Would love to get emails with a picture or social media link, location, age, job, contact info. You will be competing in fun challenges for a large cash prize. Fun show! Can't be someone from another US reality show. Feel free to nominate people."

Can this be for TAR32?

I remember her doing same thing when she looked for man with big beard online before TAR29 and then Mike was casted. I also remember when she looked for hot mother/daughter duo before Survivor BvW2. But Survivor isn't casting right now, I think. So what do you think? Is this TAR?

She casts for multiple shows. That's not TAR solely by the visa status.

[Cyzoran]

Any news on if filming is starting soon? According to their website, they could potentially start filming on October 15th. Wondering if anyone has heard anything.

Don't know if this kind of stuff gets announced. Season 31 was the first season I followed on here, but I didn't find RFF until it was halfway through, so I don't know what Pre-Race normally looks like.

[georgiapeach]

The start date will be a SPOILER. And will go into SPOILERS.

UNLESS an open start is advertised.

As I have posted, I believe the estimated start date is end October or first day or so Nov.

You can read more here: http://forum.realityfanforum.com/index.php/topic,34757.0.html

[I ♥ TAR]

Is it not gimmick season this time, GP?

[georgiapeach]

I don't think so thankfully. There could be some theme not yet revealed but think/hope it is newbies!

[BourkieBoy]

I don't think so thankfully. There could be some theme not yet revealed but think/hope it is newbies!

THANK GOODNESS!

Can we PLEASE have a normal season?

Ordinary Americans, would have a pre-exisiting relationship (NO celebrities. No delisted sports players, YouTube Stars, Instagram Stars, you name it).

NO TWISTS. None. Nadda. Zilch.

Is it THAT hard?

[Lemontail]

I don't think so thankfully. There could be some theme not yet revealed but think/hope it is newbies!

THANK GOODNESS!

Can we PLEASE have a normal season?

Ordinary Americans, would have a pre-exisiting relationship (NO celebrities. No delisted sports players, YouTube Stars, Instagram Stars, you name it).

NO TWISTS. None. Nadda. Zilch.

Is it THAT hard?

Just saying, what happens if in future somehow all Americans suddenly became celebrities? Who would you pick?

[dryedmangoez]

Maybe we can have a TAR32 speculation thread because there's definitely non-media stuff about TAR32 the can be discussed now. Especially after this week's BB finale 

[I ♥ TAR]

Do you guys remember time period of supposed TAR29/30 filming from casting website? We can compare these dates with dates of actual filming then. I think it can be similiar for TAR32.

[I ♥ TAR]

Any news?

[georgiapeach]

This is the MEDIA thread only please.