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The TVClubHouse: Big Brother 8 ARCHIVES: Big Brother 8 - Part 6: Zach's Social Awkwardness: Archive through August 12, 2007 users admin

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Flamyngo
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08-30-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 8:54 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Flamyngo a private message Print Post    
I actually love Zach... I know I know crazy... and HELLO people... not everyone who doesn't fare well in a social situation has a disability. How are these people going to feel when they get out of here and start reading this stuff? You guys obviously don't spend enough time around the computer nerds... this is just how they ARE. Give them a computer though, and they are different people. They just do better with the keyboard in between them and a person. I am very disappointed that people are so blind to this. How are TPTB leaving this up? You say you don't want us to slander people, yet you let these people diagnose them? I am sorry, but that is insane.

Chere
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08-10-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 9:41 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Chere a private message Print Post    
Zach sees all and hears all. While everyone is fighting among themselves, Zach is in the background observing and taking mental notes. Zach doesn’t mind other hgs using him as long as he's safe from nomination. He gives up useful information in casual conversation all the time but no one listens to him because in the context of this game he’s considered socially awkward. I'm rooting for Zach. The best thing for Zach to do over the next couple of weeks is to continue doing what he’s been doing and avoid winning HoH until Dick, Daniele, and Eric's drama settles down. Zach pwns all and it's only a matter of time before the other hgs realizes it.

Nyheat
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08-09-2006

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 4:21 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Nyheat a private message Print Post    
I think Zach is cute...

Jaided
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08-04-2007

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 4:26 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jaided a private message Print Post    
This has been my opinion of Zach since the first week.

I think Zach spent much of his school years being the kid that everyone picked on. I think he was bullied and badgered over and over. Just listening to his "unicorn" story solidifies that to me. I could be wrong...

I think once he was out of highschool he bulked himself up some, did his hair different etc etc and tried to start over fresh. I think because of his past he just doesn't know how to be part of a group cuz he lets people talk over him.

Another reason I think it is all based on bad school years is because he talks a big tale about all his adventures and stories of all these amazing things he has done and people he knows etc, and I think this is his way of trying to get people to like him and it had the opposit effect.

All in all.. I just think his school years were horrible on his self-esteem and that is why he is like he is.

I also feel really bad for him, cuz when he gets out of the house and sees how badly people in the house have talked about him behind his back.. I just think it is was wrong.. Like school all over again. I think Nick owes Zach an apology!

Just My opinion!

Jaided


Nyheat
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08-09-2006

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 4:37 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Nyheat a private message Print Post    
I don't have the live feeds, but haven't heard too much negative stuff that he's said or done. I personally think he has a nice build, a cute face, a sweet demeanor, and best of all, a solid, respectable, and creative job. He's a catch if you ask me.

Penpoint
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03-27-2001

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 4:53 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Penpoint a private message Print Post    
Zachsmom: "zach is a graphics designer not an event promoter"

Recently I saw a video clip of Zach on a reality TV show -- it was some kind of fashion "court" in which he claimed to be an event promoter challenging the way a friend of his dressed at Zach's events. The "jury" ruled in favor of Zach's friend, who wore rather flamboyant fur-trimmed coats.

So, Zachsmom, although Zach may do graphic design, he is also an event promoter; it's the same way Mike was "the painting contractor from Wisconsin" but also is a model living in California.


Boberg
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10-04-2002

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 5:40 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Boberg a private message Print Post    
In my opinion, Zach has been so different the last couple of days, since Dani and Dick took him in.

Now that he is not being ostrasized, he seems pretty normal socially. Maybe he is a little like I am, in a new group I tend to set back and watch for a while to try to see how the dynamics are in that group. Many might think I am snobbish or shy at first, in fact I have been told that, but once I start to feel comfortable, I am quite outgoing and friendly and get along most anyone.

Zach seems to be doing great now that the others need him and are talking to him. He has been quite observant and is reading people pretty well.

Ok, that said, his story about the comic book convention was pretty weird!!

Karsimken
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07-28-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 5:49 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Karsimken a private message Print Post    
I am loving Zach. He was just 'there' but this last week his personality is really coming out.

Costacat
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07-15-2000

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 6:59 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Costacat a private message Print Post    
I think Zach is adorable in his bunny suit. And I do think he's feeling better now that he's not being ostracized, too.

I dunno how "faithful" he'll be to D/D, but he will remember who approached him first.

Gusmonster
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06-01-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 7:38 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Gusmonster a private message Print Post    
Valentine, my sister is a special ed teacher, a hugh advocate for these kids. In her school, just one small school of about 400 students, there are eight kids with autism, all from the same general neighborhood. The studies, at least around here, are all looking at vaccinations as a possible cause, the mercury carrier or something, but sis is pushing for an environmental study. She's been tracking autism children in NH for 10 years and sees pockets like this. Any ideas?

OT, I'm very awkward with new people myself. I have to reach a certain trust/comfort level. I think Zach might be totally different one on one outside the house or get more comfortable here when there are fewer people.

Hiyall
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07-06-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 7:43 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Hiyall a private message Print Post    
So far Zach is the only who doesn't drive me insane. I've felt sorry for him and hope he's getting a chance to "fit in".

Seattlemom
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05-10-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 7:48 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Seattlemom a private message Print Post    
Since I have Totally been in Zachs shoes as far as the way he has felt in the BB house, I have to admit I feel bad for him! And I hope he stays under the radar for awhile!

Mandee
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07-17-2005

Monday, August 06, 2007 - 8:27 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Mandee a private message Print Post    
Granted I work with children who fall under the autism spectrum disorder diagnoses, and not adults... but none that I have seen on the higher functioning end are anything like Zach.

I think, as someone earlier mentioned, that Zach came in and was all about the game and didn't care about the people. Now that he's made it this far, he finally realizes there's more to the game, and now the rest of the house really just tolerates his presence.

Caprica
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02-10-2007

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 7:19 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Caprica a private message Print Post    
I think Zach is only comfortable with other "frat boy types". He has a skewed view of his relationship with Nick(Nick could not really stand him).He made some kind of lap dog comment about Carol so I don't think he really see's women as anything more than objects. Sticking close to Dick and playing the Nick card with Dani are his only options for any type of alliance at this point.

Celticlass
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09-10-2005

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 8:04 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Celticlass a private message Print Post    
Limited comfort zone, skewed views of relationships, not readindg people well, isolated, inappropriate comments...all hallmarks of Asperger's. I wish so many didn't view "autism" as a bad word. Children with AS are not the same when they are adults. Many of the behaviors they displayed in childhood moderate, they watch other people and learn how to be more appropriate. Their obsessions change over time too. We used to be Titanic and the Weather Channel, now we are Johnny Depp and dolphins. My DD is incredibly bright and will be a great success in life, but she will always be "eccentric."

Tk4x5
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07-10-2004

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 10:05 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Tk4x5 a private message Print Post    
From my limited feed viewing so far this season, Zach is my favorite player. He tries to bring a sense of fun to whatever they are doing. Like cutting up on the treadmill in the bunny suit and shout outs during the muck dunkings.

Maybe he's looking good to me in comparison to the rest, who seem to be having the least amount of fun possible.

Marksman
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05-04-2007

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 10:29 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Marksman a private message Print Post    
I wish people would stop using Autism and Aspergers in an interchangable manner.

Celticlass
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09-10-2005

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 10:58 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Celticlass a private message Print Post    
Asperger's is autism, not all autism is Asperger's. Both are PDDs, pervasive developmental disorders (previously referred to as autism spectrum disorders), a spectrum of neurobiological disorders which also includes Tourette's, high-functioning autism (HFA), Childhood Disintigrative disorder, and Rett's syndrome.

Cricket
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08-05-2002

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 11:13 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cricket a private message Print Post    
I wanted to like Zach as a lone player, but he just doesn't get it in this game. You can't repeat what people tell you in such a way as it gets right back to them. Also, it's stupid to tell Dick anything, because he's announced he will tell everything you tell him. People keep forgetting this. Zach is a tattletale. He kept wanting the DR to get after Kail for not wearing her bunny suit or not wearing it properly. He needs to learn how to let the small things go. Both he and Jen had some power this week and they threw it away. They should be standing back and watching, not blabbing and being snitches.

Zachsmom
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07-13-2000

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 11:24 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Zachsmom a private message Print Post    
as far as zach is concerned, i do not think he is add/ppd.

as a parent of a child who is a high functioning autistic child, i do not like the armchair diagnosis thrown around.

autism is so much more than social awkwardness.

when people throw around autism, it really demeans (IMHO) my son and those who have autism.

Marameko
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07-15-2002

Tuesday, August 07, 2007 - 11:43 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Marameko a private message Print Post    
Zach is just plain ole needy in the BB house and he is trying to get appproval,attention.He will be seen as a threat onlyif he gers HOH and/or POV.then it will really be as Monca would say.........."ONNNNNNNNN" As well as funny, they will be scampering like bunnies and hamsters.

Nyheat
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08-09-2006

Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:46 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Nyheat a private message Print Post    
Okay, I take back what I said earlier--Zack acts pretty dorky

Cmist
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09-20-2005

Sunday, August 12, 2007 - 1:04 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cmist a private message Print Post    
Oddly enough it seems that Zach's social ineptness has worked to his benefit so far. He is not taken to seriously as a threat by anyone in the house. It seems like many of them may want to take him to the end thinking he wouldn't get votes. I think he might be a sleeper.

Puzzled
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08-27-2001

Sunday, August 12, 2007 - 2:00 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Puzzled a private message Print Post    
Zach hasn't spewed filth in this toxic group, so he's my favourite.

Jimmer
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08-30-2000

Sunday, August 12, 2007 - 2:10 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jimmer a private message Print Post    
Zach is a little strange but he hasn't come up with some of the stuff that the other HGs have. He is also a loner and an underdog and I like cheering for loners and underdogs. I think they need the support and I love it when an underdog overcomes and wins. It is great!!!

The only disturbing thing that I find about Zach is his determination to bond with the men at the total expense of the women in the game. I find that strategy could be a bit sexist. I'm not a fan of HGs (male or female) who attempt to bond solely on the basis of sex and exclude others of the opposite sex for that reason. Seems rather shallow to me.

But overall, Zach is one of the better HGs for me.