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While fans gather in our Grey's Anatomy forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Insider staff comes together to talk about some of the best moments and share opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Topics for our Round Table for "Here Comes the Flood" include memorable quotes, Mer in therapy, Izzie and Alex's housing situation and George's exam ...

1. What was your favorite Grey's Anatomy quote from the episode?

McCritic: The way Cristina described speaking to Derek. We love the McDreamy one, but we sometimes love Cristina's brutal honesty even more: "Well there's pain and then there's torture."

missingBurke: A tie between 1. Cristina's dismissive [to Lexie] "Don't think. Know." and 2. Mark's [to Callie] "You want a spanking?" So funny!

iheartizzie: I confess, the softer side of Alex Karev appeals to my inner cheeseball. When he was explaining to the man how his pancreatic cancer was discovered at Stage One, and how his luck has turned around, he nearly brought a tear to my eye.

2. Will George pass his internship test?

iheartizzie: I hope so. The results of our George and Lexie poll are mixed, but I actually think they'd be a great couple. If she helps him earn a second shot at the text and then pass it, romantic fireworks can't be too far off, can they?

McCritic: Yes. As much as I love the Chief, it can't be good for George's career to remain his intern forever.

missingBurke: He has to. As he said, he's not married and cheating on his wife with his best friend this time. You're golden, O'Malley.

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While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff members come together to talk about some of the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

We apologize for the delay in posting our Round Table for "Dream a Little Dream of Me." Better late than never, right? Topics this week include memorable Grey's Anatomy quotes, perceptions of characters old and new, and the future of MerDer ...

1. What was your favorite Grey's Anatomy quote from the premiere?

McCritic: Lexie's take on adultery: "It happens. People make mistakes. They ... sleep with the wrong person and ... they hide it but, if you ask me, it's the part that comes after that matters. The part where you make it right. And I think you're off to a good start." Sums up Grey's Anatomy perfectly, doesn't it? No show on TV examines the imperfect nature of humans in such a manner. Thanks so much for that, Shonda.

missingBurke: My favorite was Owen's recurring, one-word quote: So?

iheartizzie: When Alex demands to know what Izzie said to Meredith: "Did she tell you that I cried? Because that is a lie!" This is great because Izzie did not actually say this, and because being perceived as nice really does turn some guys off.

2. Lexie Grey: Cute or annoying?

iheartizzie: I heart Lexie and think she and George would be great together (eventually, under the right circumstances) - unlike some of the other girls he's been with to date.

McCritic: She's very cute. But incessant crushing on George by beautiful women - has he had time to breathe between Callie, Izzie and now Lexie - is annoying. Leave some for the rest of us!

missingBurke: Lexie Grey does kind of irk me sometimes. I've found the character to be a bit inconsistent. I know it's not her fault but it just seems like Chyler Leigh is trying too hard.

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While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Round Table topics for "Freedom" include memorable Grey's Anatomy quotes and kisses, Emmy winning performances, unanswered questions and predictions ...

1. What was your favorite Grey's Anatomy quote from the finale?

McCritic: I can't recall the exact wording - and, no, it's not because I was crying so hard that my nose blowing drowned out the precise quote... I swear - but when Dr. Webber romantically told Adele that he was her husband and he was coming home, it almost made the confusing back and forth between these characters for the last two years worthwhile.

missingBurke: Have to go with this Meredith Grey quote (that it was interrupted by the kiss helps): "Now I'm here feeling like a lame ass loser. I got all whole and healed and you don't show up. And now it's all ruined because you took so long to come home! And I couldn't even find that bottle of champagne..."

iheartizzie: So many possibilities here, but when the "new" Mark told Callie how he wished he was all someone thought about and encouraged her to follow her heart with Erica, that was particularly awesome. I love Mark.

2. Which of the many kisses in this episode was your favorite?

iheartizzie: They were all great, but in an outside-the-box pick, I'm going with the love-struck teen clinical trial patients, Beth and Jeremy. Most of the time the medical cases exist solely as devices through which our favorite characters interact, but these two were really terrific and helped make the episode great.

McCritic: Alex and Izzie. Not because I wanna see these two get back together, but because it was a vulnerable moment, played to perfection by Justin Chambers, that actually did not result in misguided sex for a change.

missingBurke: That montage was amazing, but nothing compares to Meredith and Derek. That kiss was an entire year in the making, and worth the wait.

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While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Our topics for "Losing My Mind" include the Callie-Erica kiss, the Miranda-Tucker fight, the Alex-Ava weirdness and the Mer-Der reunion ...

1. By taking care of Rebecca himself, is Alex being loving or ignorant?

McCritic: He's trying to be loving, but Alex is a doctor. He should know better. In this case, ignorance is far from bliss.

iheartizzie: I know he's trying to be nice, but come on, Alex Karev. Keep your eyes on the true prize. I heart Izzie and I know you do, too. Make the move.

missingBurke: Karev thought he was gonna be a father. In his disappointment at that falsity, he's now treating Rebecca like a confused child. Is it misguided? Perhaps. But it's out of love.

2. Choose a side: Tucker or Bailey?

iheartizzie: Love is a losing game, despite the best of intentions. There is no right, no wrong. Just deep-rooted problems and life decisions not fixed by even the longest of arguments. Kudos to the writers for this very realistic scene.

McCritic: Tucker. He's right that Bailey is being short-sighted by putting little Tuck in day care just so she can finish charts by his side.

missingBurke: I feel bad for Tucker, but his analogy of performing surgery versus parenting just didn't make sense. Bailey is more in the right.

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While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

We apologize for the delay in posting this episode's Round Table! Our topics for "Piece of My Heart" include Addison awkwardness, Alex's potential parenting prowess, George's dart skills (or lack thereof), and Callie's choice of teams...

1. Who do you think is better at darts, George or Lexie?

McCritic: Lexie. As proven by his affair with Izzie, George is all over the place. I'd hide behind my beer mug if I were seated anywhere in the bar when George O'Malley stepped up to throw.

iheartizzie: George may score big with the ladies (Olivia, Meredith, Callie and Izzie), but sorry, I can't see any bulls-eyes or triple-20s being thrown by the bumbling intern.

missingBurke: Tough call there, but both of their scores should begin to improve once Lexie steals the dartboard for their apartment.

2. Callie says she loves penis. Do you believe her?

iheartizzie: Not entirely. About 40 percent of our poll respondents think she and Erica Hahn would be a good couple. If 40 percent of you can envision girl-on-girl action involving Callie Torres, her love for the cock is at least somewhat in doubt.

McCritic: Yes. Moreover, based on her decision to go home with Mark Sloan at the end of the episode, Callie obviously loves dicks, as well.

missingBurke: I believe Callie. If she harbored any lesbian tendencies, she would have come on to Addison long ago. Much more her type!

3. More awkward moment involving Addison: her hug with Meredith, or her interaction with Rose in the OR?

missingBurke: Rose sucks, but I couldn't help feeling a little bad for her when Addison burst out with the question of who Derek's dating. Rose's smart-ass reply effectively dumped gasoline on an already awkward fire.

McCritic: Option C: Anything she does on Private Practice.

iheartizzie: Addison was cool to Mer overall, but that hug showed how one can't fully embrace one's ex-husband's dirty mistress without some level of discomfort.

4. Would Alex Karev make a good father?

McCritic: Not at first. Karev is easily frustrated, prone to emotional outbursts. I can see him dressing down his offspring for spilling peas and carrots all over the table. But Alex also learns from his mistakes. The tyke will break through this doctor's rough exterior and find a place in his heart.

iheartizzie: I think he would actually be very good. Alex Karev remains guarded about his own tough upbringing, but is keenly aware of the problems it has caused. Alex Jr. would definitely be raised much better!

missingBurke: Good... I think. Can we just discuss how disjointed the whole Rebecca / Ava plot line is? She bolts Seattle, then shows up, then leaves, then shows up again and is supposedly pregnant, but really isn't? It all seems a bit thrown together and haphazard. I'd love to know where Shonda is taking this.

While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Round Table topics for "Where The Wild Things Are" include George and Lexie living together, Izzie's blunder, and the hotness of Alex and Derek...

1. Is Izzie the worst doctor in history?

McCritic: Doc Ock was responsible for hundreds of deaths in Spider-Man 2. And Dr. Kevorkian was licensed in assisted suicide. But neither killed his fiance, nor did either man accomplish the seemingly impossible task of causing Cheech Marin to be anything but laid back and happy. Makes this an Izzie choice.

iheartizzie: I heart Izzie, but she's in the running. If she hadn't funded the free clinic, or she weren't signed to a six-year contract, she'd be out the door.

missingBurke: No. That's gotta be Sydney Heron. No one is that perky.

2. George and Lexie: Cute, boring or annoying?

iheartizzie: A little annoying, if only because of the living situation. It doesn't make sense. Surgical interns don't rake in big bucks, but they generally receive paychecks. Big enough paychecks so as to expand one's housing options beyond Fight Club style dumps. We know George O'Malley is impulsive, but no way does he go in there, look around and sign a lease. Did anyone see that fridge?

McCritic: Cute. Please don't mess up this burgeoning friendship by sleeping with Lexie, George. You've really gotta stop doing that with your roommates.

missingBurke: Lexie was kind of annoying me last night, but redeemed herself by yoinking Rose's flowers. Way to go girl!

3. How long could you look into McDreamy's eyes without sleeping with him?

missingBurke: ... wait, sorry ... what? I was too mesmerized by McDreamy for a moment there to notice the third question.

McCritic: That's none of your business. Let's focus on Rose instead: Honey, Shonda Rhimes has admitted that you're nothing but a stop gap before Derek and Meredith end up together. Being alone with McDreamy for 2.5 seconds without getting him McNaked is just embarrassing. You gotta get yours while you can.

iheartizzie: A good couple of minutes. I pride myself on my will power.

4. Addison's return next week: Cheap plot device or HOT plot device?

McCritic: Can't it be both? Lindsay Lohan is.

iheartizzie: Maybe a tad unrealistic, but who cares!? Addison was much better on Grey's Anatomy than the ill-conceived Private Practice. Maybe she'll decide to stick around Seattle Grace for good. Wishful thinking...

missingBurke: Cheap. No, hot... maybe a little of both! Shonda, can you give us a little Mark Sloan-Addison on-call room action for old times' sake next week? PLEASE!!

5. Do you prefer Alex Karev with or without the facial hair?

missingBurke: Alex Karev is hot either way, but the new look suits him. At least he went all-in instead of just the dumb goatee.

McCritic: I prefer him involved in more significant story lines than the peripheral scenes he's stuck in week after week. But let's go with the facial hair. It accentuates his tough exterior.

iheartizzie: With. Somehow it adds to his "scrappy" persona.

While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Round Table topics for "Lay Your Hands On Me" include the future of Bailey's marriage, some new roommates, some old lovers, and a huge breakup ...

1. Is Cristina a robot?

McCritic: No more so than Bill Belichick. And that's worked out pretty well for the New England Patriots Head Coach.

iheartizzie: She tries to act like one to get ahead, and hone her skills, but Yang's comforting of Bailey and little Tuck wasn't the first sign of Cristina's human side. Nor will it be the last. There's a big heart inside this cardio-god-in-training.

missingBurke: No. But with Burke out of the picture, Cristina has been forced to focus on work more than ever. During that relationship, it was apparent she was capable of, you know, feelings.

2. Is there a romantic future for Izzie and Alex?

iheartizzie: I hope so. I always loved these two together. Despite Denny and Ava being terrific love interests for each, I think there's something here.

McCritic: Probably. The show currently has nary a romantic entanglement among the main characters. How long can that continue for? Unless Dr. Hahn comes to her senses and locks McSteamy in an on-call room, Izzie and Alex are the next likely pairing.

missingBurke: Of course not. Izzie is madly in love with Denny, right? Or is that George? Either way, Alex was never much more than a sexmate for her.

3. Will Bailey's marriage survive?

missingBurke: Unfortunately not, I'm afraid. But luckily, little Tuck appears to be okay, and hopefully, his single parents will be happier on their own while still giving their child - who they both love - the attention he deserves.

McCritic: Only if Miranda dials down her duties at Seattle Grace. And can anyone see that happening?

iheartizzie: Sadly, I think Tucker Sr. has made up his mind on this one. While she may think she can have it all, Dr. Bailey won't sacrifice her career to meet him halfway. The look on her face at the end said more than words could.

4. Will George and Lexie make good roommates?

McCritic: No. If George is looking to take care of himself, he shouldn't have a roommate; especially one that's attractive, single and open to sleeping with co-workers.

iheartizzie: These two have a nice connection, and George landed in the Friend Zone from the start this time, so it should work out well. Probably.

missingBurke: George has befriended, then slept with, and made things really awkward with, three other attractive ladies at SGH... why stop the streak now?

5. Pick a side: Team Derek or Team Meredith?

McCritic: Derek told Meredith he wanted to marry her. Derek told Meredith he'd wait, but would also keep options open in case someone more committed came along. Derek broke things off with Rose (Lauren Stamile) the instant Meredith wanted to be exclusive. So can anyone tell me what he did wrong?

iheartizzie: Team Meredith all the way. There's no chemistry between Derek and Rose, plain and simple. You know Mer loves you, Derek. The house thing was too much. She needs more time to get over her issues gradually!

missingBurke: Team Meredith. Derek is breaking up MerDer for what? Dose? Rerek? No option works.

While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Round Table topics for "Crash Into Me, Part II" include the future of Derek and Rose, Alex's love interests, and our favorite funny and gross moments ...

1. So Rose can apparently fix computers. What other surprise talents will this versatile nurse unveil next?

McCritic: She can go an entire hour without making everything about herself. It's a talent Derek's other love interest is yet to master.

iheartizzie: No idea. But Mer-Der lovers who inherently dislike Rose may be amused to learn that the mascot of UC-Santa Cruz is - seriously - the banana slug.

AndYouveGotTheHair: The way this is headed, there will be another code black and Rose will save the day by dismantling an explosive or disarming a crazed gunman.

2. Tougher loss to stomach: Nick's blood, or Bailey's marriage?

iheartizzie: The former. Seriously, that was the goriest episode of all-time. Seth Green pretty much bled to death over the course of an hour. Perhaps a little overkill - for a second I thought Lexie Grey changed into red scrubs.

McCritic: Miranda Bailey deserves better than someone who can't understand her obligations as a surgeon. She'll be better off in the end. But Nick, sadly, will never be better off again after losing so much blood.

AndYouveGotTheHair: They were both hard to watch for different reasons. I couldn't help but notice the great guest star performances from both Nick and Tucker (Cress Williams), as well as Ava (Elizabeth Reaser) and of course Rose. Despite how gross it was at times, this was a powerful episode.

3. Best quote directed at Dr. Hahn: Meredith telling her to zip it, or Mark not promising anything when it comes to hitting on her?

AndYouveGotTheHair: Meredith! Hahn had that coming and it was great to see our girl stand up to her ... as well as for herself at the end. Hope it's enough!

McCritic: Mark. I also loved his response to Hahn's request to get A drink. He seemed to be focused on more than one libation: "Sure, let's drink."

iheartizzie: Mark. The serious expression on Dr. Sloan's face as he says he's not gonna guarantee that was priceless. And how could he? That would be like George swearing off bumbling or Alex promising he won't look hot in that wife-beater.

4. What's next for George and Izzie after their talk?

McCritic: Admiring the realism of MTV's The Hills. Supporting the Iraq war. Watching soccer. After admitting they love each other, but blaming "timing" as the reason they couldn't be together, I figure they'll continue to do things that don't make any sense.

iheartizzie: I think they're going to cool it and try to rediscover their bond as friends before taking it to the next level. He may genuinely love Izzie, but George was smart to put the brakes on. He is, presumably, still married to Callie.

AndYouveGotTheHair: What was that? Did they break up or just take a step back? I don't know what to think about Gizzie anymore. I love them together a lot but some of these twists seem unrealistic (as Katherine Heigl herself said).

5. How much did you want to join that dance party?

McCritic: Enough for me to head to the local arcade and spend half the night playing Dance Dance Revolution.

iheartizzie: Should I be proud or embarrassed to admit that Mrs. iheartizzie and I actually did join in with our own dance party in our living room at the end?

AndYouveGotTheHair: So much. What a great scene, although it would have been better had Callie made a surprise appearance ... in only her underwear.

While fans gather in our forum to discuss each character, couple and plot twist, the Grey's Anatomy Insider staff comes together to talk about the key moments and share their opinions regarding the latest episode of our favorite drama.

Round Table topics for "Crash Into Me, Part I" include the future of Derek and Rose, Alex's love interests, and our favorite funny and gross moments ...

1. Will Rose be a thorn in Meredith's side?

McCritic: I hope so. If only for the opportunity to use award-winning puns such as the one above. Seriously, though, her romance with McDreamy appears to be blossoming.

iheartizzie: Every Rose has its thorn, so to speak, but rather than lodge itself painfully in Mer's side, perhaps this one will spur her into action by making her realize what she stands to lose by not stepping up and fighting for her man.

AndYouveGotTheHair: I've read the spoilers and the speculation of the Rose character (Lauren Stamile). But I'm curious to see if she and McDreamy hit it off or if she merely serves as a means of bringing Meredith and Derek closer.

2. More enjoyable: Dr. Hahn's sarcastic putdowns of Mark, or Cristina dancing her troubles away?

iheartizzie: I love watching Erica shoot down Mark. Such great lines, and ones that may result in more character depth for the brash Dr. Sloan down the line.

McCritic: Dr. Erica Hahn's remarks. Anything that features the underused Sloan more often can only be a good thing in my eyes.

AndYouveGotTheHair: The scene with Cristina dancing was great, although it made me long for the days when Dr. Preston Burke might have joined her,

3. More disgusting: That dude's tattoo, or Nick's artery bursting all over Lexie?

AndYouveGotTheHair: One indirectly represents genocide and millions of deaths, while the other can be washed away in 10 seconds. Tough call!

McCritic: A Swastika is symbolic of ignorance, hatred. It conjures up pity and disdain, not pure disgust. That artery burst, however? I haven't eaten anything red since.

iheartizzie: While the symbol of the Third Reich is obviously more abhorrent from a historical standpoint, Lexie getting splattered made me wince more at that instant. On a side note, did we need the super slow-motion incision through the Swastika? My head is hurting from being hit over the head with your symbolism, Shonda.

4. Will Miranda and Tucker save their marriage?

McCritic: Yes. But the awful nickname of "Mucker" doesn't stand a chance.

iheartizzie: I hope so. I'd love to see more of Tucker (Cress Williams, who I've liked ever since his stint as D'Shawn on Beverly Hills: 90210), but it seems fair that more attention be given to the home life of the show's best character.

AndYouveGotTheHair: Sadly, I think they're headed down the same path as Richard and Adele, which is interesting in this case because of the juxtaposed gender roles - Miranda, a female, criticized for focusing on her career. Very 21st Century.

5. Should Alex wind up with Lexie, Ava, neither or both?

McCritic: Both would be nice, but this is Grey's Anatomy, not Grey's Anato-threesome. I think Ava is best for Alex. He'll soon come to the same realization.

iheartizzie: I love Ava / Rebecca (Elizabeth Reaser) and have ever since last season. These two at least need to give a relationship a try. Lexie and Alex are cute but there isn't that compelling spark that he and Rebecca have.

AndYouveGotTheHair: I wasn't buying it at first, but I've just started to like Alex and Lexie together. No offense to Ava, but I'm pulling for Alexie, baby!

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Round Table topics for "Physical Attraction, Chemical Reaction" include the fall of Callie, the fantasies of Izzie, Derek and the Chief as a couple, and more ...

1. More out of character: Alex turning down sex, or Bailey breaking down in tears?

McCritic: Alex is the one character who has actually grown this season, so can't say I'm shocked he turned down sex. But did Shonda Rhimes feel like she was short on her quota of emotional women breaking down during inappropriate times this week? Bailey's voice cracking during her line of "It's about you noticed!" was perfect. Her uncontrollable sobbing? Very un-Nazi like.

iheartizzie: Anytime Bailey cracks it's noteworthy, for sure. I can see Alex not wanting to get in the middle of a Meredith-Lexie spat. I think last season, Ava showed us a side of him that beneath the tough-guy exterior, desires more than just sex in the on-call room. Speaking of Ava, where did she go anyway?

AndYouveGotTheHair: Alex. Bailey has been more emotional of late, first in losing the Chief Resident position, then with her own family issues. Alex Karev turning down no-regrets tail was a shocker, though he's always hard to read.

2. Cristina's "happy color" is red, like blood. What wall colors would your other favorite Grey's Anatomy character choose for their apartment?

iheartizzie: Something about Meredith says... yellow, to me. Bright and shiny!

McCritic: Derek would paint his walls yellow and orange, so that he could pretend like he's profoundly staring into a sunset all day long. Mark would paint his walls pink, to remind him of women 24/7. The Chief would simply hang 3D pictures along his walls. He needs something at home to mirror his air of cluelessness at work.

AndYouveGotTheHair: Blue for George. He's definitely feeling it after last night.

3. Should Derek and the Chief date?

AndYouveGotTheHair: They are kind of cute together, but Richard is just getting over his marriage ... it's a rebound relationship and that never works.

McCritic: Yes. I'd let the Chief get to second base for his Brando impression
alone.

iheartizzie: The Godfather quotes are charming, and the Chief is a really nice guy, but Derek needs excitement, some danger. He and Mark should date.

4. Character assassination of the night: Mark (by Erica at Joe's bar at the end), or Callie (by the Grey's Anatomy writing team)?

McCritic: It's gotta be Callie. If only because I don't believe for a second that the cardiac surgeon's own heart isn't skipping six beats every time Mark is in her eye line.

iheartizzie: Mark. When was the last time someone not only shot McSteamy down, but put him in his place like that? Damn. Erica Hahn, who I love, doesn't hold back. I do wonder, though, if this will only make Mark want her more.

AndYouveGotTheHair: It's been a free-fall for Callie lately, hasn't it? All of a sudden she's not even fighting - for George or Chief Resident status. Being overwhelmed is one thing, but Callie basically quit long before being demoted.

5. What, exactly, was Izzie's fantasy that George bungled so badly?

McCritic: She wanted to play doctor. Sadly, George is only an intern.

iheartizzie: I have no guesses for what Izzie had in mind that can be published in this space, but if these two don't have head tilts and kissing down yet, chances are George is not going to master much more complicated, er, maneuvers.

AndYouveGotTheHair: Um, something involving sex in a bathtub? I don't even want to guess. I love George and Izzie together but the whole lack of chemistry thing seemed kind of contrived, like a forced attempt at humor to me.