I missed (or avoided) the hype, I guess. I found the episode enjoyable but nothing to knock me out. For some reason, i enjoyed 'Baby It's Cold Outside' more than I did when i wacthed it on YouTube.
Overall, i do feel that this season isn't quite as good as previous, but I can't pin down why. Again, some of the situations are just a little *too over-the-top. And none of the relationships really grab me - hopefully things will speed up with Kurt! Santana needs some development, and the new girl. I am starting to like 'The Beast.