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'Amazing Race' Exit Interview: Zev and Justin

Our weekly chat with the eliminated team from "The Amazing Race"

By MSN TV Oct 12, 2009 2:15PM

Zev and Justin of Zev Glassenberg and Justin Kanew were shaping up to be one of this season's favorite teams on "The Amazing Race" -- until a missing passport led to an upset loss. Back home in California, the guys chatted to us about the ultimate documentation debacle, their fans in the Asperberger’s community, and the rumors about a second chance at a future in TV.

 

MSN TV: Guys, devastating way to go out.

Justin: It was a really tough thing to deal with, especially when I realized it was my fault.


Zev, how did you deal with that?


Zev: It was really hard, but it's one of those things you can't really control.

Justin: Zev fairly immediately forgave me. I think he could tell how awful I felt. He was a good friend about it. He knows I didn't do it on purpose.

You broke the hearts of a lot of people last night.

Justin: We've been getting such amazing support. It's been overwhelming -- without a doubt that has made what happened so much easier to take -- especially the letters from people with children with Asperger's.

What have they been like?

Zev: People have been writing me emails and telling me their stories, and Justin's writing back.

Justin: We got one email from a woman with a son who has Asperger's—he's 10, and she wasn't sure if she should tell him. We responded to her, and she got back to us with this really long, unbelievable email about how she broke the news to him—by telling him he was like Zev. And [her son] said something amazing, that it felt like he'd been putting together a puzzle, and this was the last piece. That's been amazing.


What were the most amazing parts of the race for you?

Justin: Watching Zev with those ducks. It was an incredible moment. He was just a magician with those things.

Zev: Nothing in particular -- just everything, mashed up.

Did you ever want to quit?

Zev: Every morning I woke up. I got very overwhelmed, 15 minutes before we were getting on the mat to start the race.

Did you ever think your friendship wouldn't survive the race?

Zev: We knew going on this it would not break out friendship—28 days couldn't break our friendship.

Justin: It's not like we're colleagues who work together a few hours a day—we've been friends for six years.


What was the first thing you did when you landed in the U.S.?

Zev: A shower.

Justin: And laundry was nice.


Will you be back out traveling the world soon?


Zev: The world is out there for us to see.

Justin: There's so much out there—once you get beyond the daily grind, it's a pretty amazing place.


There are plenty of rumors out there that you guys have been approached to star in your own show. Confirm or deny?

Justin: We've had some conversations, and we're open to anything right now. Right now, we'd just love to keep going. 

Check back each Monday for a conversation with the eliminated "Amazing Race" team.

11Comments
Oct 22, 2009 9:49PM
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Zev and Justin are the two nicest people I think I've ever seen. And Justin, you are very attractive! Want to go out sometime? =]
Oct 13, 2009 5:44PM
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Open-mouthed I never realized that the rules supplied to you guys stated, " a loss of passport at time of pit stop are grounds for elimination." They should have allowed you to get a new one and continue the race. My entire family was rooting for you two to win it all. I think you both are an inspiration to all. Thank you for showing us what is really important in life. Did you ever find the passport? Thanks again!!
Oct 13, 2009 3:47PM
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I was a BIG fan guys, I wish U both the best and if there is a deal out there for you, I will see you again soon. You were the kindest team in the race along with the farmer and his son....I've watched every week, but I can't remember the players' name.  Your team was an inspiration for all!!! U will be missed on the show.

Oct 13, 2009 3:38PM
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It's Asperger's Syndrome, not Asperberger's. Spell check helps.
Oct 13, 2009 3:29PM
Oct 13, 2009 3:28PM
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They were my favorite team!!! I wanted them to win! Hopefully we'll see them again sometime
Oct 13, 2009 3:09PM
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This was pretty much the only team I was really rooting for.  So sad to see them leave, but they handled it in such a positive way.  This team is very uplifting and inspiring to watch.  I agree with Margaret1959, I too hope they bring them back for another race...SOON! 
Oct 13, 2009 1:10PM
Oct 13, 2009 12:05PM
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They were my fav team. Great job guys and good luck in whatever you choose to do next. You are TRUE friends in every sense of the word.
Oct 13, 2009 11:51AM
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I sure hope that they are brought back for an All-Star's Amazing Race! I LOVE these guys...So kind and cool.

 

Oct 12, 2009 2:15PM
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Zev and Justin of Zev Glassenberg and Justin Kanew were shaping up to be one of this season's favorite teams on "The Amazing Race" -- until a missing passport led to an upset loss. Back home in California, the guys chatted to us about the ultimate documentation debacle, their fans in the Asperberger’s community, and the rumors about a second chance at a future in TV.

 

MSN TV: Guys, devastating way to go out.

Justin: It was a really tough thing to deal with, especially when I realized it was my fault.


Zev, how did you deal with that?


Zev: It was really hard, but it's one of those things you can't really control.

Justin: Zev fairly immediately forgave me. I think he could tell how awful I felt. He was a good friend about it. He knows I didn't do it on purpose.

You broke the hearts of a lot of people last night.

Justin: We've been getting such amazing support. It's been overwhelming -- without a doubt that has made what happened so much easier to take -- especially the letters from people with children with Asperger's.

What have they been like?

Zev: People have been writing me emails and telling me their stories, and Justin's writing back.

Justin: We got one email from a woman with a son who has Asperger's—he's 10, and she wasn't sure if she should tell him. We responded to her, and she got back to us with this really long, unbelievable email about how she broke the news to him—by telling him he was like Zev. And [her son] said something amazing, that it felt like he'd been putting together a puzzle, and this was the last piece. That's been amazing.


What were the most amazing parts of the race for you?

Justin: Watching Zev with those ducks. It was an incredible moment. He was just a magician with those things.

Zev: Nothing in particular -- just everything, mashed up.

Did you ever want to quit?

Zev: Every morning I woke up. I got very overwhelmed, 15 minutes before we were getting on the mat to start the race.

Did you ever think your friendship wouldn't survive the race?

Zev: We knew going on this it would not break out friendship—28 days couldn't break our friendship.

Justin: It's not like we're colleagues who work together a few hours a day—we've been friends for six years.


What was the first thing you did when you landed in the U.S.?

Zev: A shower.

Justin: And laundry was nice.


Will you be back out traveling the world soon?


Zev: The world is out there for us to see.

Justin: There's so much out there—once you get beyond the daily grind, it's a pretty amazing place.


There are plenty of rumors out there that you guys have been approached to star in your own show. Confirm or deny?

Justin: We've had some conversations, and we're open to anything right now. Right now, we'd just love to keep going. 

Check back each Monday for a conversation with the eliminated "Amazing Race" team.

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