I actually think Dani and Tidwell have chemistry - but the repetition of the two types of romances is like a waving red flag that it's the writers fantasies coming out to play.

And Ted/what's her name is easier to swallow, simply because Ted is charming, which makes it far easier to buy. (Plus, that woman is marrying Charlie's father, so she obviously likes older guys.)

On the whole though, I haven't noticed a problem with characterization, but other people have mentioned it. Can you give me examples?

It actually really makes you wonder why the writers can write that so well and then just utterly screw the pooch when it comes to Jack/Angela. I would say more, but your rant nicely sums up my opinions of that travesty.

You really do wonder. *sigh* And feel free to say more, if you'd like.