I started my night watching "The Sopranos"(Sunday 8 HBO) and while it was yet another episode that built towards an exciting next episode, the next episode finally looks great. I have been getting tired of Sopranos while for the last 3 seasons it has been building towards a climax that never happens. But now, knowing that there are only 5 episodes left in the series, I have faith that David Chase will make it a ending fitting of a great show.
Then the night got a little better when I watched "Entourage"(Sunday 9 HBO) mostly because it was great seeing Carla Gugino in a bathtub. Although the episode really didn't go anywhere, it was still funny and is always entertaining.
But then I stumbled on something that made my night fantastic (in this case, I don't mean StumbleUpon which is a great Firefox add-on). My DVR's description for this week's "American Idol"(Tuesday 7 FOX) says, "Bon Jovi mentor the six remaining finalists before they perform songs from the band's repertoire"!!!!
I have been looking forward to this day for weeks, actually 7 weeks since they announced that Bon Jovi would be one of the mentors. I had recently accepted the fact that it wasn't going to be all Bon Jovi songs, but rather a "rock night" with one or two Jovi songs thrown in, but now the possibilities seem endless (I still wouldn't mind someone pulling out "Every Rose").
I am sure they are going to lean towards the newer Jovi, but the classics are where the best selections are going to come from. First of all, if anyone sings "I'll Be There For You" I immediately declare them winner (Unless its Phil, he is already too far behind). But after looking through my Bon Jovi collection, here are some other songs that I would like to see everyone sing.
Blake-"Blaze Of Glory"(This will get him through for sure!) "You Give Love a Bad Name" "Have A Nice Day"
Jordin-"Livin' On A Prayer" "Thank You For Loving Me" "Who Says You Can't Go Home"
Chris- "Wanted Dead Or Alive" "It's My Life"(probably a little too karaoke) "Lay Your Hands On Me"
Phil-"Never Say Goodbye" "I'd Die For You"(bad choice but I'd love to hear it, and it fits him) "Something For The Pain"(would be a great send off song for him)
Melinda-"Keep The Faith" "Bed Of Roses" "Always"
LaKisha-"Hearts Breaking Even"(Almost made for her) "I Want You" "Welcome To Wherever You Are"
What are your predictions? Did I miss any obvious ones? Did I give any songs to the wrong person?
For some reason during my Bon Jovi research I decided it would be a good idea to start drinking, and now its almost 3 AM and I actually have to be up in a little more than 4 hours from now. Luckily I have some AH+ in the fridge to help me recover from a night of pointless drinking, but that got me thinking about an official "taste AH+" event.
I am assuming that most people will be enjoying some cocktails this Saturday since it is both Cinco De Mayo and the Kentucky derby (Mint Julips and Margaritas, sticky sweet, from my head to my feet). So I would like everyone to go the the AH website, find a store close to you that sells this fantastic Anti-Hangover beverage, buy some and then really give it a thorough test. Personally, I fully believe in the powers of AH, and I have had several people try it (Watch Jansky in this video and know that he felt fine the next morning after having an AH) and they agree that it really does work. So if you don't drink as much as you may want to only because you fear the hangover, give AH+ a try and it may just change your life. I will be checking in with you next Monday for feedback on how your AH test went and I would love to hear from some sceptics.
If you somehow lost touch with "Heroes"(Monday 8 NBC) after its long layoff, I have to alert you to the fact that this episode will be epic. Catch up if you've fallen behind, and then watch the great preview.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Friday, April 27, 2007
Smell-O-Vision
You have a week to get the new TV Guide before next week's "My Name Is Earl"(Thursday NBC 7). Not only is the episode "super-sized", but it is also in "laugh 'n sniff" (there is a scratch and sniff card in TV Guide which will supply the scents). If you can't get your hands on the TV Guide, NBC has put together a list of the items you can use as substitutes. Next Thursday will have super-sized episodes of Earl, "The Office", "Scrubs" and "ER", if you don't watch these live (it is sweeps, so everything will be new) I hope you at least DVR these excellent shows.
Neilsen Media Research, the group that does the Neilsen TV ratings, has released DVR ratings for the first week of April. I am surprised that there hasn't been more focus on DVR viewership since so many people are able to DVR a show and watch another live. Hopefully this will give the networks a better look at the real ratings for their shows. There are many ways for people to watch TV shows (live, DVR, streaming on network sites and iTunes) and those all should be factored into total viewership for all shows. Of course the advertisers only care about each individual format, but at this point it should be easy enough to judge.
Neilsen Media Research, the group that does the Neilsen TV ratings, has released DVR ratings for the first week of April. I am surprised that there hasn't been more focus on DVR viewership since so many people are able to DVR a show and watch another live. Hopefully this will give the networks a better look at the real ratings for their shows. There are many ways for people to watch TV shows (live, DVR, streaming on network sites and iTunes) and those all should be factored into total viewership for all shows. Of course the advertisers only care about each individual format, but at this point it should be easy enough to judge.
Quick TV thoughts
I really didn't like "American Idol" not eliminating anyone this week, but I am amazed that they raised $60 million for charity.
If you hadn't heard, "in the spirit of charity" Idol decided to not eliminate anyone this week, instead the votes will carry over and 2 people will be voted off next week. There may be a case for shenanigans on this one too depending on when that decision was made. It makes sense that they wouldn't vote anyone off for a charity week, but it totally screws my Bon Jovi plans. Now there will be 6 performers next week which means instead of each contestant singing 2 awesome rock songs, we only get 1 each.
This was a great week of TV, and its only the first night of sweeps.
"Heroes" was fantastic and "Lost" was great this week, and both have a chance to be even better next week (judging from the previews for both, they will be battling for title of best episode of the season).
"Jericho"(Wednesday CBS 7) kicked up the action this week (with explosions, gun battles and torture) and promises a full on assault on Jericho next week.
On "My Name Is Earl", Earl went back to high school and it made me feel sorry for Jerry Casper and the torture he went through as a junior high art teacher. I hope you didn't miss last weeks Earl which featured a great performance by Norm MacDonald.
"Drive" is officially cancelled, but I think it is all due to a failed launch by FOX. It is one thing for FOX to kick off the season of "24" with 4 hours over 2 nights, where there are many fans that are already committed to the show, plus kicking off with 4 hours allowed them to fully establish the new season. But asking fans to take in 3 hours of a new show in 2 nights is just too much. They needed to spread out the premiere and replay it to allow as many people as possible to get in from the start of this very fun show (how FOX didn't piggyback the premiere with Nascar is beyond me-seemed like an easy sell to a large target audience). Another problem was the lack of internet viewing until after the 3rd episode had already aired. Not that it matters now, but I totally would have won that race.
If you hadn't heard, "in the spirit of charity" Idol decided to not eliminate anyone this week, instead the votes will carry over and 2 people will be voted off next week. There may be a case for shenanigans on this one too depending on when that decision was made. It makes sense that they wouldn't vote anyone off for a charity week, but it totally screws my Bon Jovi plans. Now there will be 6 performers next week which means instead of each contestant singing 2 awesome rock songs, we only get 1 each.
This was a great week of TV, and its only the first night of sweeps.
"Heroes" was fantastic and "Lost" was great this week, and both have a chance to be even better next week (judging from the previews for both, they will be battling for title of best episode of the season).
"Jericho"(Wednesday CBS 7) kicked up the action this week (with explosions, gun battles and torture) and promises a full on assault on Jericho next week.
On "My Name Is Earl", Earl went back to high school and it made me feel sorry for Jerry Casper and the torture he went through as a junior high art teacher. I hope you didn't miss last weeks Earl which featured a great performance by Norm MacDonald.
"Drive" is officially cancelled, but I think it is all due to a failed launch by FOX. It is one thing for FOX to kick off the season of "24" with 4 hours over 2 nights, where there are many fans that are already committed to the show, plus kicking off with 4 hours allowed them to fully establish the new season. But asking fans to take in 3 hours of a new show in 2 nights is just too much. They needed to spread out the premiere and replay it to allow as many people as possible to get in from the start of this very fun show (how FOX didn't piggyback the premiere with Nascar is beyond me-seemed like an easy sell to a large target audience). Another problem was the lack of internet viewing until after the 3rd episode had already aired. Not that it matters now, but I totally would have won that race.
Thursday, April 26, 2007
I call shenanigans
I am watching a fascinating episode of "Nova" on PBS-HD. The episode is titled "Saved by the Sun" and talks about our current ability to produce solar power (the episode will repeat throughout the week). Right now the technology is expensive and not quite fully efficient, but it is very real and a viable option. Elsewhere in the world you can actually make money by having solar panels on your house due to favorable energy rates (Germany's Renewable Energy policy is set up so that you get paid 50 cents for the electricity you produce versus being charged only 20 cents for the energy you consume).
But in the US we have the government looking to make as much money off of the process as possible. An example of an average solar system in the US is shown on the special, it cost $24,000 with $12,000 in tax credits, but for a system that size you can only count on cutting your energy costs in half. Here is a story about how much wind farms in Illinois will be taxed, but if the $3.37 million in tax is a realistic amount for how much money they are making then they should be taxed. But considering that big oil has gotten multi-billion dollar tax breaks (for increasing oil production? really that is the basis for the break? using up a finite resource faster?) and the industry on average only pays a 13.3% tax rate. Alternative energy providers should get similar tax incentives for producing renewable sources of energy and pay a similar rate. The government needs to step up now and take a stand against the established fossil fuel powers and level the energy playing field.
The problem is the "room". The "room", in my mind at least, is like something out of a "X-Files" episode where the people in charge (the real people in charge, not our government) make the decisions that will make the elite even more money. Or it could be that the elite can actually afford to influence the government with lobbyists to give them breaks that will make them more money (this is more likely but I think that if there are people that are able to buy our government, that by know they would have been exposed).
In the words of Cartman "I call shenanigans!"
But in the US we have the government looking to make as much money off of the process as possible. An example of an average solar system in the US is shown on the special, it cost $24,000 with $12,000 in tax credits, but for a system that size you can only count on cutting your energy costs in half. Here is a story about how much wind farms in Illinois will be taxed, but if the $3.37 million in tax is a realistic amount for how much money they are making then they should be taxed. But considering that big oil has gotten multi-billion dollar tax breaks (for increasing oil production? really that is the basis for the break? using up a finite resource faster?) and the industry on average only pays a 13.3% tax rate. Alternative energy providers should get similar tax incentives for producing renewable sources of energy and pay a similar rate. The government needs to step up now and take a stand against the established fossil fuel powers and level the energy playing field.
The problem is the "room". The "room", in my mind at least, is like something out of a "X-Files" episode where the people in charge (the real people in charge, not our government) make the decisions that will make the elite even more money. Or it could be that the elite can actually afford to influence the government with lobbyists to give them breaks that will make them more money (this is more likely but I think that if there are people that are able to buy our government, that by know they would have been exposed).
In the words of Cartman "I call shenanigans!"
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Idol
Okay so I voted for "American Idol" for the first time tonight, and while I know it is for a very good cause, I still feel a little dirty. I probably voted around 50 times, I voted mostly for Jordin, and then equal amounts for Chris, Melinda, Blake and Lakisha.
If you haven't heard, News corp (Fox's parent company) is donating 10 cents for every vote made tonight for the first 50 million calls, for a total of up to $5 million (the voting period was extended from 2 to 4 hours to virtually guarantee they reach the 50 million vote level). Coke, Ford, AT&T, Allstate and Exxon Mobil are also making donations and will serve as official sponsors for the event.
The 2 hour results show will be hosted by Ellen Degenerous, and according to Wikipedia will include many celebrity actors and performers, such as Keira Knightley, Hugh Grant, Helena Bonham Carter, Forest Whitaker, Teri Hatcher, Borat, Helen Mirren, Jack Black, Pink, Gwen Stefani, Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean), Daniel Radcliffe, Kelly Clarkson, Rascal Flatts, Earth, Wind, and Fire, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Quincy Jones, Carrie Underwood, Annie Lennox and Il Divo. Donations from viewers will be taken by phone or internet during the live show, check out where the money raised will go.
AI also announced that Bono will meet with the six American Idol finalists to talk about the work of ONE: The Campaign to Make Poverty History and how the Idol audience can help. The Idol contestants also will perform "American Prayer," a song written by Bono and Dave Stewart about the AIDS emergency in Africa.
I am realy glad that One is involved in the fundraiser. I have been wearing a One bracelet for a couple years now, pretty much since Brad Pitt told me to (I think I am on my third one).
It should be an impressive show, so even if you don't regularly watch the Idol you should check it out.
Who knew that Waste Management was so green?
If you haven't heard, News corp (Fox's parent company) is donating 10 cents for every vote made tonight for the first 50 million calls, for a total of up to $5 million (the voting period was extended from 2 to 4 hours to virtually guarantee they reach the 50 million vote level). Coke, Ford, AT&T, Allstate and Exxon Mobil are also making donations and will serve as official sponsors for the event.
The 2 hour results show will be hosted by Ellen Degenerous, and according to Wikipedia will include many celebrity actors and performers, such as Keira Knightley, Hugh Grant, Helena Bonham Carter, Forest Whitaker, Teri Hatcher, Borat, Helen Mirren, Jack Black, Pink, Gwen Stefani, Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean), Daniel Radcliffe, Kelly Clarkson, Rascal Flatts, Earth, Wind, and Fire, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Quincy Jones, Carrie Underwood, Annie Lennox and Il Divo. Donations from viewers will be taken by phone or internet during the live show, check out where the money raised will go.
AI also announced that Bono will meet with the six American Idol finalists to talk about the work of ONE: The Campaign to Make Poverty History and how the Idol audience can help. The Idol contestants also will perform "American Prayer," a song written by Bono and Dave Stewart about the AIDS emergency in Africa.
I am realy glad that One is involved in the fundraiser. I have been wearing a One bracelet for a couple years now, pretty much since Brad Pitt told me to (I think I am on my third one).
It should be an impressive show, so even if you don't regularly watch the Idol you should check it out.
Who knew that Waste Management was so green?
Monday, April 23, 2007
Two for Tuesday
Tuesday is the first night of the 2 night "Idol Gives Back" special, and after the performance show of "American Idol"(Fox Tuesday 7) your vote will count more than ever. Sponsors will make a donation for every vote cast after this special show where the top 6 will sing "life anthem"(?) songs, the proceeds will benefit children in America and Africa (I may actually vote for the first time ever-Jordin is my Idol (the space before the parentheses was brought to you by Hillary)) . I really like the fact that American Idol is giving something back, but I can't help but daydream about what next week's Jon Bon Jovi episode will do to benefit me.
"Gilmore Girls"(Tuesday The CW 7) is possibly nearing the end of its run, so tune in now to see either how the series ends or what direction season 8 will take. Michel's "Audi 5000" last week was a perfect example of why this show still deserves a chance.
"Veronica Mars"(Tuesday The CW 8) returns next week and is also either coming to an end or building towards an exciting fourth season. This intellegent show has failed to build a consistant audience due to switching nights and then networks. Hopefully The CW will give Veronica another chance and more support for another season.
Co-op America was one of the organizers of the Green festival and their site has a wealth of information on many environmental topics. With my admission ticket to the Green festival, I received a subscription to Co-op America Quarterly and there are some great articles in the magazine which are also available online. One article from the Fall 2006 issue is "Tackling the Climate Crisis" and it has some great info, here are some important highlights. Check out this page to find out more about the climate change. You can go here to see if renewable sources of power are available in your area. And you can offset your emissions at Native Energy or Terra Pass.
Check out the concept that has earned Chicago the title of "City of the Future".
"Gilmore Girls"(Tuesday The CW 7) is possibly nearing the end of its run, so tune in now to see either how the series ends or what direction season 8 will take. Michel's "Audi 5000" last week was a perfect example of why this show still deserves a chance.
"Veronica Mars"(Tuesday The CW 8) returns next week and is also either coming to an end or building towards an exciting fourth season. This intellegent show has failed to build a consistant audience due to switching nights and then networks. Hopefully The CW will give Veronica another chance and more support for another season.
Co-op America was one of the organizers of the Green festival and their site has a wealth of information on many environmental topics. With my admission ticket to the Green festival, I received a subscription to Co-op America Quarterly and there are some great articles in the magazine which are also available online. One article from the Fall 2006 issue is "Tackling the Climate Crisis" and it has some great info, here are some important highlights. Check out this page to find out more about the climate change. You can go here to see if renewable sources of power are available in your area. And you can offset your emissions at Native Energy or Terra Pass.
Check out the concept that has earned Chicago the title of "City of the Future".
Did you ever know that you're my...
"Heroes"(NBC Monday 8) returns tonight and I am thrilled. Get ready for the final 5 chapters or catch up here. The show is promising to deliver answers by the end of the season so that we can hopefully have some resolution rather than a series of new questions.
Ever wonder how the slap bet started? Find out on "How I Met Your Mother"(CBS Monday 7) and dig deep into Robin's past to uncover her dirty secret.
Doug goes to his High School's 20th reunion on "King Of Queens"(CBS Monday 8:30) and hangs out with super secret guest star, Adam Sandler. With so few episodes left why would they not promote the hell out of what will no doubt be a great episode, and send the show out with a little bit of dignity? But then again why the hell did CBS air "Yes, Dear" for 6 seasons?
Ever wonder how the slap bet started? Find out on "How I Met Your Mother"(CBS Monday 7) and dig deep into Robin's past to uncover her dirty secret.
Doug goes to his High School's 20th reunion on "King Of Queens"(CBS Monday 8:30) and hangs out with super secret guest star, Adam Sandler. With so few episodes left why would they not promote the hell out of what will no doubt be a great episode, and send the show out with a little bit of dignity? But then again why the hell did CBS air "Yes, Dear" for 6 seasons?
Saturday, April 21, 2007
Feeling Green
I'm feeling green today and only a small part of it has to do with me not getting much sleep or my AH+ last night.
I was at the Green Festival today and I was very impressed with the size of the event and the turnout. I am not sure exactly what I was expecting, but by 1 PM the place was pretty full and the admission line was very long. There weren't as many "exhibits" as I was hoping for, but there was a lot of great information on just about every facet of the environmental movement. I liked the way the booths were set up in "neighborhoods" with sections for alternative energy, eco-friendly household and cleaning products, Colleges offering green MBA programs, eco-oriented investment options, clothing, vegan foods, environmental initiatives and even a City Of Chicago section.
Mayor Daley attended and made a great speech where he laid down a challenge for every Chicago resident. The 5 step pledge is to replace 4 light bulbs with CF bulbs, turn off water while brushing teeth, replace 1 car trip a month with walking, biking or public transit, plant or care for a tree and replace plastic shopping bags with reusable bags. The impact of every Chicagoan following through with these 5 actions together would be amazing. Daley said his goal is to make Chicago the greenest city in the World, he must be a reader of my blog, or at least someone told him about my last post. Olympics 2016, and we might as well take 2020 too.
Green Options offset the emissions that I created travelling to the festival(for the record I took the train and walked), and Planktos offset the carbon footprint of the entire event.
The only thing that disappointed me about the event was the speaker before Daley. He was a cattle rancher or son of a cattle rancher who is now a vegan and his message is one that I absolutely hate. He said that the next time someone tells you that they are environmental to ask them what they eat. He was basically saying that if you are not a vegetarian that you aren't doing enough, or you are less environmental than him. This is the kind of nonsense that turns off normal people, and stops some from even trying to learn why he is saying it. As far as I am concerned as long as you are making an effort and at least trying to educate yourself, you are environmental. Even if all you do is recycle, it makes a difference. Obviously I wish everyone did more(why else would I talk about it so much), but I also understand that awareness and education are the only way for us to make a significant difference. If people are insulted or told that the little things they do aren't enough, they will shut down and continue to ignore the problems. I am sorry if living the life of a rancher has saddled him with so much guilt that he feels the need to get everyone to stop eating meat, but I enjoy meat. I am aware of the carbon footprint of cattle, but I also understand that for under $5 a year(according to Carbon fund) I can offset the footprint from eating up to 2 burgers a week.
I have a lot of information to go through before I can really cover everything at the event, so stay tuned and I will drop some more knowledge on you.
Vail ski resort is now 100% powered by wind. The company has purchased wind energy credits equal to their entire electricity use, which now makes them the second largest purchaser of wind energy in the US. Some people don't understand the fact that even though Vail isn't using wind turbines at their resort, they are paying for that energy to be produced which others will then use instead of traditional power sources. When alternative energy isn't available, the purchase of energy credits trades your dirty energy source for clean renewable options elsewhere in the country. The more companies that purchase energy credits, the more renewable energy will be produced which will make it more readily available throughout the rest of the country. Thank You Vail.
I was at the Green Festival today and I was very impressed with the size of the event and the turnout. I am not sure exactly what I was expecting, but by 1 PM the place was pretty full and the admission line was very long. There weren't as many "exhibits" as I was hoping for, but there was a lot of great information on just about every facet of the environmental movement. I liked the way the booths were set up in "neighborhoods" with sections for alternative energy, eco-friendly household and cleaning products, Colleges offering green MBA programs, eco-oriented investment options, clothing, vegan foods, environmental initiatives and even a City Of Chicago section.
Mayor Daley attended and made a great speech where he laid down a challenge for every Chicago resident. The 5 step pledge is to replace 4 light bulbs with CF bulbs, turn off water while brushing teeth, replace 1 car trip a month with walking, biking or public transit, plant or care for a tree and replace plastic shopping bags with reusable bags. The impact of every Chicagoan following through with these 5 actions together would be amazing. Daley said his goal is to make Chicago the greenest city in the World, he must be a reader of my blog, or at least someone told him about my last post. Olympics 2016, and we might as well take 2020 too.
Green Options offset the emissions that I created travelling to the festival(for the record I took the train and walked), and Planktos offset the carbon footprint of the entire event.
The only thing that disappointed me about the event was the speaker before Daley. He was a cattle rancher or son of a cattle rancher who is now a vegan and his message is one that I absolutely hate. He said that the next time someone tells you that they are environmental to ask them what they eat. He was basically saying that if you are not a vegetarian that you aren't doing enough, or you are less environmental than him. This is the kind of nonsense that turns off normal people, and stops some from even trying to learn why he is saying it. As far as I am concerned as long as you are making an effort and at least trying to educate yourself, you are environmental. Even if all you do is recycle, it makes a difference. Obviously I wish everyone did more(why else would I talk about it so much), but I also understand that awareness and education are the only way for us to make a significant difference. If people are insulted or told that the little things they do aren't enough, they will shut down and continue to ignore the problems. I am sorry if living the life of a rancher has saddled him with so much guilt that he feels the need to get everyone to stop eating meat, but I enjoy meat. I am aware of the carbon footprint of cattle, but I also understand that for under $5 a year(according to Carbon fund) I can offset the footprint from eating up to 2 burgers a week.
I have a lot of information to go through before I can really cover everything at the event, so stay tuned and I will drop some more knowledge on you.
Vail ski resort is now 100% powered by wind. The company has purchased wind energy credits equal to their entire electricity use, which now makes them the second largest purchaser of wind energy in the US. Some people don't understand the fact that even though Vail isn't using wind turbines at their resort, they are paying for that energy to be produced which others will then use instead of traditional power sources. When alternative energy isn't available, the purchase of energy credits trades your dirty energy source for clean renewable options elsewhere in the country. The more companies that purchase energy credits, the more renewable energy will be produced which will make it more readily available throughout the rest of the country. Thank You Vail.
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
What a Great Night
First of all I want to congratulate Mark Buehrle on his No-Hitter tonight. It was an amazing game to see, and I have never been more proud for a player than I was for him. Great Game!
If you are an "American Idol" fan, there was also reason to cheer, literally. I hope you joined me in cheering aloud when Sanjaya got the boot, he should have been voted off several weeks ago and the top 7 isn't quite as bad as it could have been. I would have really been pissed if LaKisha(also in the bottom 2) was voted off because she is at least top 4 material and I really want her to sing a Bon Jovi song May 1st.
Just to give you a heads up, next weeks results show is the 2 hour "Idol Gives Back"(Wednesday Fox 7) special which is actually a pretty impressive undertaking for such a popular show. The show will be raising money to help kids in America and Africa affected by poverty. The best part of the show may be when Sasha Baron Cohen makes an appearance as Borat,but I think Quincy Jones's song, which he wrote for this show, could give him a run(and I think this could become a top selling single in hours-witness the power of the Idol)
Then on top of an already great night, you throw in that opening scene of "Lost" and follow it up with a full great episode. This was yet another fantastic story that didn't feature one of the original survivors. I love the way this show has picked up the pace of the action but is still giving us new questions and mysteries. And I don't know if you noticed, but Kate is hot.
I am going to the Green Festival on Saturday and I hope to learn a lot and even some tips to bring back to you. If you are wondering what exactly a "carbon footprint" is, here is a great page for you to read. Yahoo! is now officially carbon neutral. I would like to see more companies take a stand like this, and I would love to see all Chicago sports teams to become carbon neutral. If we are going to get the Olympics we should truly set an example and be as Green as possible by then. Get to it Daley!
The Killers new video for "Read My Mind" has them going on a sweet bike ride, I would love to go on a ride with such a variety of bikes.
I also want to recommend "October Road" again, I feel like it can't be much longer until they bust out some Jovi. You can watch the last 4 episodes here.
I really feel like rocking out to some "Don't Stop Believing" to celebrate Buehrle's night!
If you are an "American Idol" fan, there was also reason to cheer, literally. I hope you joined me in cheering aloud when Sanjaya got the boot, he should have been voted off several weeks ago and the top 7 isn't quite as bad as it could have been. I would have really been pissed if LaKisha(also in the bottom 2) was voted off because she is at least top 4 material and I really want her to sing a Bon Jovi song May 1st.
Just to give you a heads up, next weeks results show is the 2 hour "Idol Gives Back"(Wednesday Fox 7) special which is actually a pretty impressive undertaking for such a popular show. The show will be raising money to help kids in America and Africa affected by poverty. The best part of the show may be when Sasha Baron Cohen makes an appearance as Borat,but I think Quincy Jones's song, which he wrote for this show, could give him a run(and I think this could become a top selling single in hours-witness the power of the Idol)
Then on top of an already great night, you throw in that opening scene of "Lost" and follow it up with a full great episode. This was yet another fantastic story that didn't feature one of the original survivors. I love the way this show has picked up the pace of the action but is still giving us new questions and mysteries. And I don't know if you noticed, but Kate is hot.
I am going to the Green Festival on Saturday and I hope to learn a lot and even some tips to bring back to you. If you are wondering what exactly a "carbon footprint" is, here is a great page for you to read. Yahoo! is now officially carbon neutral. I would like to see more companies take a stand like this, and I would love to see all Chicago sports teams to become carbon neutral. If we are going to get the Olympics we should truly set an example and be as Green as possible by then. Get to it Daley!
The Killers new video for "Read My Mind" has them going on a sweet bike ride, I would love to go on a ride with such a variety of bikes.
I also want to recommend "October Road" again, I feel like it can't be much longer until they bust out some Jovi. You can watch the last 4 episodes here.
I really feel like rocking out to some "Don't Stop Believing" to celebrate Buehrle's night!
Sunday, April 15, 2007
Busy Night
Right now I'm watching the 2-hour premiere of "Drive"(Fox Monday 7) which looks to be a fun, but somewhat mindless road race show. The show is centered around a 40 team car race across the country where the winner supposedly gets 32 million dollars. Nathan Fillion(Slither and "Firefly) is great and immediately likable as the main character who is racing in order to get his kidnapped wife back. There are many great characters and there will no doubt be some intense action scenes, but the show also looks to keep us guessing all season. Although the setup is pretty standard there are several things we don't know; how everyone was chosen for the race or if they volunteered, if the race is real and who is running it, the backstories of most entrants and how long the race will be. After watching the first 2 hours, I think this will be an enjoyable fast paced show, that while on the surface appears to be a "popcorn" type show, it could use the slow reveal storytelling method to give a fuller experience.
"Planet Earth" continues on Discovery Channel tonight with Jungles and Fresh Water episodes. The entire series will be available on DVD April 24th, and on the same day the series will be released in the HD format on both Blu-Ray and HD DVD for $70.
Tonight on HBO we get the second episodes of the season for both "Sopranos" and "Entourage". Sopranos was a brilliant show for the first 2 seasons, but hasn't been able to come up with an entire season that is great since. Sopranos has been more promising than good for the last 3 years, they have wasted most of their time building up to a couple episodes or even just a few events. I thought that maybe the show just needed to know when it was going to end before the action could really pick it up a notch. But they have know for years that this is the final season and still they are setting up plot lines that they should have set up earlier. There are 7 hours left of this show, it is time to get moving.
Entourage on the other hand has easily been able to keep delivering great episodes and interesting storylines, all without losing focus while changing the direction of the show. All of the characters on the show are great, and the addition of Carla Gugino certainly will help with my enjoyment of this season. Both shows are available On Demand.
There will be another web only episode of "The Black Donnellys" available at 9PM on Monday. The show is also available on iTunes and is one of their top selling TV shows available. I believe there are going to be 3 more online shows, but without much support from NBC there isn't really definitive info available.
"Big Ideas For A Small Planet"(Sundance Channel) debuts this Tuesday, and is currently available for free on iTunes. Big Ideas is a part of Robert Redford's new programming block "The Green" which is the first programming to be dedicated strictly to the environment. The Green will be shown on on the Sundance Channel and will also be available on iTunes. The first episode of Big Ideas is titled Fuel, and deals with alternatives to gas and the people behind the push for these alternatives. Check out the Green Guide that they have put together especially the take action section, "Its not about sacrifice, its about change."
Sam Adams has put together a pretty cool list of food and beer pairings. You can choose what you are going to eat depending on your Sam Adams beer choice, or you can pick out a suitable beer depending on your course of choice. Sam Adams also came up with the new ultimate beer glass which can help you fully enjoy all of your favorite Sam Adams beers.
"Planet Earth" continues on Discovery Channel tonight with Jungles and Fresh Water episodes. The entire series will be available on DVD April 24th, and on the same day the series will be released in the HD format on both Blu-Ray and HD DVD for $70.
Tonight on HBO we get the second episodes of the season for both "Sopranos" and "Entourage". Sopranos was a brilliant show for the first 2 seasons, but hasn't been able to come up with an entire season that is great since. Sopranos has been more promising than good for the last 3 years, they have wasted most of their time building up to a couple episodes or even just a few events. I thought that maybe the show just needed to know when it was going to end before the action could really pick it up a notch. But they have know for years that this is the final season and still they are setting up plot lines that they should have set up earlier. There are 7 hours left of this show, it is time to get moving.
Entourage on the other hand has easily been able to keep delivering great episodes and interesting storylines, all without losing focus while changing the direction of the show. All of the characters on the show are great, and the addition of Carla Gugino certainly will help with my enjoyment of this season. Both shows are available On Demand.
There will be another web only episode of "The Black Donnellys" available at 9PM on Monday. The show is also available on iTunes and is one of their top selling TV shows available. I believe there are going to be 3 more online shows, but without much support from NBC there isn't really definitive info available.
"Big Ideas For A Small Planet"(Sundance Channel) debuts this Tuesday, and is currently available for free on iTunes. Big Ideas is a part of Robert Redford's new programming block "The Green" which is the first programming to be dedicated strictly to the environment. The Green will be shown on on the Sundance Channel and will also be available on iTunes. The first episode of Big Ideas is titled Fuel, and deals with alternatives to gas and the people behind the push for these alternatives. Check out the Green Guide that they have put together especially the take action section, "Its not about sacrifice, its about change."
Sam Adams has put together a pretty cool list of food and beer pairings. You can choose what you are going to eat depending on your Sam Adams beer choice, or you can pick out a suitable beer depending on your course of choice. Sam Adams also came up with the new ultimate beer glass which can help you fully enjoy all of your favorite Sam Adams beers.
Thursday, April 12, 2007
A little bit of everything
"My Name Is Earl"(Thursday NBC 7) is back and we will have 4 more straight weeks of new episodes. Check out this hilarious commercial of Earl as a telenovela here, and if you missed it you can watch tonight's episode here.
Last nights "Lost"(Wednesday ABC 9) finally made it so that I am okay with the first 6 episodes of the season focused on the Others instead of our Survivors. The show has been on a great run of fantastic episodes and the show may be as good as ever right now. I love the fact that even after an episode about one of the others, we still know just as little about why they are actually here and what they are really up to. Plus how great was the preview which let us know that there are "5 shocking episodes until the cataclysmic season finale, this is the beginning of the end." If you have missed a recent episode, the last 4 are available here.
The "Friday Night Lights" finale was great and wrapped up a great first season, if this show could get some viewers(and the show really should appeal to just about everyone), it has a chance to become a hit. Check out this article about the finale, it has some spoilers so be careful if you haven't watched it yet, but it has some great observations about the show. If you decide you're ready to give it a shot, the whole season will be available for free online.
"Black Donnellys" is now available online only, watch the newest episode here. This is a very good show and the new episode is better than the last one was. This show has created some great characters and placed them in the beginning stages of "taking over" the neighborhood. The 4 brothers are starting to each find their place in the neighborhood as they constantly push their boundaries. If this show was on HBO or FX, it would be much more popular, but it never found an audience on network TV. I hope NBC gives this show another chance, maybe even relaunch it on Bravo pushing the whole "catch the show that critics raved about" angle.
I am hoping to catch Grindhouse this weekend, and while the action may be silly and way over the top it seems like a movie that can only truly be enjoyed in a theater. I am excited to take in the whole experience that Tarantino and Rodriguez have created to go with their grindhouse movie double feature complete with missing reels, screen pops and fake intermission trailers. It makes me even happier that I can enjoy this 3 and a half hour experience while enjoying good food and some beers.
I was going to make a joke like "with all of the concern about the destruction of Earth, I had a friend of mine make this little video", or something like that, but I couldn't do it by the time I finished watching this intense and well done global warming/oil video. This video is just a part of Leo's new campaign to make a change.
Sterling Planet is another way for us to make strides towards renewable energy sources being more prevalent. If you live in areas of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island or Maryland you can keep your same energy company and pay anywhere from $4 to $20 to upgrade your service cleaner renewable electricity sources. If you don't live in these areas, you can sign up for their national program and pay $15 a month to support your choice of 100% renewable resources.
On Sunday many MLB players are going to wear number 42 to recognize the 60th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. I think its great that every team will be involved in this tribute, with some teams, including the Dodgers, having every player wearing his number. I wish a few more individual white players were standing up to wear the number since this landmark moment is very important for all of us.
If you are one of those people that like to watch an entire series from the beginining when it is in reruns, then I highly suggest "Buffy The Vampire Slayer". Buffy starts with the pilot episode on Monday morning at 6 on FX. Most people dismiss this show as silly, but for several seasons it was an excellent show and I think if you give it a chance you will really like it.
Last nights "Lost"(Wednesday ABC 9) finally made it so that I am okay with the first 6 episodes of the season focused on the Others instead of our Survivors. The show has been on a great run of fantastic episodes and the show may be as good as ever right now. I love the fact that even after an episode about one of the others, we still know just as little about why they are actually here and what they are really up to. Plus how great was the preview which let us know that there are "5 shocking episodes until the cataclysmic season finale, this is the beginning of the end." If you have missed a recent episode, the last 4 are available here.
The "Friday Night Lights" finale was great and wrapped up a great first season, if this show could get some viewers(and the show really should appeal to just about everyone), it has a chance to become a hit. Check out this article about the finale, it has some spoilers so be careful if you haven't watched it yet, but it has some great observations about the show. If you decide you're ready to give it a shot, the whole season will be available for free online.
"Black Donnellys" is now available online only, watch the newest episode here. This is a very good show and the new episode is better than the last one was. This show has created some great characters and placed them in the beginning stages of "taking over" the neighborhood. The 4 brothers are starting to each find their place in the neighborhood as they constantly push their boundaries. If this show was on HBO or FX, it would be much more popular, but it never found an audience on network TV. I hope NBC gives this show another chance, maybe even relaunch it on Bravo pushing the whole "catch the show that critics raved about" angle.
I am hoping to catch Grindhouse this weekend, and while the action may be silly and way over the top it seems like a movie that can only truly be enjoyed in a theater. I am excited to take in the whole experience that Tarantino and Rodriguez have created to go with their grindhouse movie double feature complete with missing reels, screen pops and fake intermission trailers. It makes me even happier that I can enjoy this 3 and a half hour experience while enjoying good food and some beers.
I was going to make a joke like "with all of the concern about the destruction of Earth, I had a friend of mine make this little video", or something like that, but I couldn't do it by the time I finished watching this intense and well done global warming/oil video. This video is just a part of Leo's new campaign to make a change.
Sterling Planet is another way for us to make strides towards renewable energy sources being more prevalent. If you live in areas of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island or Maryland you can keep your same energy company and pay anywhere from $4 to $20 to upgrade your service cleaner renewable electricity sources. If you don't live in these areas, you can sign up for their national program and pay $15 a month to support your choice of 100% renewable resources.
On Sunday many MLB players are going to wear number 42 to recognize the 60th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. I think its great that every team will be involved in this tribute, with some teams, including the Dodgers, having every player wearing his number. I wish a few more individual white players were standing up to wear the number since this landmark moment is very important for all of us.
If you are one of those people that like to watch an entire series from the beginining when it is in reruns, then I highly suggest "Buffy The Vampire Slayer". Buffy starts with the pilot episode on Monday morning at 6 on FX. Most people dismiss this show as silly, but for several seasons it was an excellent show and I think if you give it a chance you will really like it.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Preparing for state!
In preparation for the "Friday Night Lights" season finale I am going to stick with the sports theme for a little while.
First off, I need to pass on some info that I heard from Laurence Holmes, host of the The Me Show(the best show on 670 The Score). In Madden 2008, Devin Hester(his version of the 7th inning stretch awful, but he sure is good at returning kicks) will be the first player ever to have a 100 speed rating.
Speaking of Laurence, he has a new Farmio remix available on the Score's website. What is a Farmio remix? Well first first of all, Ed Farmer is the radio voice of the White Sox, and last year Laurence took several things that Farmio regularly says ("yeah", "go crazy", "grill") and integrated them into songs you know(Beatles "She Loves You"-with multiple Farmio yeahs, Prince "Let's Go Crazy" and Nelly "Grillz"). They have all been hilarious, but as of right now only the current "Hollaback Guy" is available, once I find them I will share them.
I am a big fan of AM 670 overall(it doesn't hurt that they broadcast Sox games), but any baseball fan should be listening to the Steve Stone show every Monday from 4-6. Steve Stone is the best analyst in baseball and he talks Sox and Cubs in addition to analyzing all of baseball. Even if you are not in Chicago or you just can't listen to the radio, the score is available streaming online.
Due an overwhelming fear of the Lyons mixed relay team, they have been ruled out of the State meet because of a "paperwork error". Hopefully we can find a way to get them in, but you can watch a very amateur video of their recent gold medal winning race.
In the spirit of continuing to be Green, check out this site where you can affordably become carbon neutral.
AH+ worked, I woke up today and felt pretty good, but I think I may still have to do some more product testing.
First off, I need to pass on some info that I heard from Laurence Holmes, host of the The Me Show(the best show on 670 The Score). In Madden 2008, Devin Hester(his version of the 7th inning stretch awful, but he sure is good at returning kicks) will be the first player ever to have a 100 speed rating.
Speaking of Laurence, he has a new Farmio remix available on the Score's website. What is a Farmio remix? Well first first of all, Ed Farmer is the radio voice of the White Sox, and last year Laurence took several things that Farmio regularly says ("yeah", "go crazy", "grill") and integrated them into songs you know(Beatles "She Loves You"-with multiple Farmio yeahs, Prince "Let's Go Crazy" and Nelly "Grillz"). They have all been hilarious, but as of right now only the current "Hollaback Guy" is available, once I find them I will share them.
I am a big fan of AM 670 overall(it doesn't hurt that they broadcast Sox games), but any baseball fan should be listening to the Steve Stone show every Monday from 4-6. Steve Stone is the best analyst in baseball and he talks Sox and Cubs in addition to analyzing all of baseball. Even if you are not in Chicago or you just can't listen to the radio, the score is available streaming online.
Due an overwhelming fear of the Lyons mixed relay team, they have been ruled out of the State meet because of a "paperwork error". Hopefully we can find a way to get them in, but you can watch a very amateur video of their recent gold medal winning race.
In the spirit of continuing to be Green, check out this site where you can affordably become carbon neutral.
AH+ worked, I woke up today and felt pretty good, but I think I may still have to do some more product testing.
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Bear with me
Before you read any further I should probably mention that I am putting AH+ to the test tonight.
I have already had a Bedtime Berry(my favorite flavor) and I have a Goodnight Grape waiting for me in the morning, but I will update you on the true powers of this Anti-Hangover beverage tomorrow. I am sure I will still need my typical Lo-carb Monster and V8 V-Fusion in the morning, but I have had quite a few adult beverages tonight, I have a fridge full of beer and a late White Sox game to keep me going so this will be a true test.
I should also probably mention that earlier tonight I was crying.
You see, I went to see Blades Of Glory tonight and during Will Ferrell and Jon Heder's first skating routine I couldn't stop laughing and I actually ended up wiping away tears at several points during the movie. While I don't think this is a movie I could repeatedly watch, it is hilarious and deserves at least 2 viewings. It also reaffirms my love for Pam!
Last nights episode of "24"(Monday FOX 8) was great. This episode pulled the old switcheroo so well, that George Costanza would have been proud. Dan said that this was one of the best episodes, and I have to agree. It was an action packed hour that showed the strength of several characters not to mention the intellengence of the writers. After an amazing start to this season I was starting to question the direction the show was taking which seemed to be following the same patern Tim mentioned that Jack was following, yelling then whispering then yelling again. This episode finally broke the pattern the show was stuck in and gives us hope that we can get a creative ending to the season.
I mentioned Jon Bon Jovi yesterday, and I found out today that he is scheduled to be a mentor on "American Idol" on May 1st. It should be a 2 performance night from Jordin, Melinda, LaKisha, Blake and either Chris or Sanjaya. I have come to terms with the fact that it won't be strictly a Bon Jovi theme, but we should hear some serious "hard rock" from the top 5. Also you can go here to hear Bon Jovi's new single.
While still coherent, I need to talk about baseball. I have already sworn off baseball several times this season, but I still love it. If you haven't already noticed it, I am a big Chicago White Sox fan, and speaking of crying, just the mention of the 2005 World Series causes me to tear up with pride. I was in attendance for Game 2 of the World Series and it was the best game I have ever been to, plus I actually saw Paul Konerko's grand slam unlike my friend Jim who was in the bathroom while I celebrated with his Dad and brother(thanks for getting me there Wendell).
But that was 2005, this is double 0 7. As far as I am concerned with the Sox, the season started on the day that Buehrle pitched(he should have been the opening day starter anyway) and they are now 3-1. The biggest thing right now is that they have gone into Oakland(where they won only 4 out of the last 27 games) and have played great so far(as of the 7th inning of game 2).
But the thing that got me thinking about baseball was the fact that my Comcast cable box told me today that I can get MLB Extra Innings this year and that I have it for free until April 15th. If you hadn't heard of all the controversy, DirecTV was going to be the exclusive carrier of the package that allows you to watch up to 60 out of market games per week. This outraged many people, including Senator John Kerry, because cable and dish network subscribers were going to be forced to switch to DirectTV. Somehow I missed the fact that InDemand reached an agreement with the MLB to carry the games on their cable providers. For the record I am glad that DirecTV wasn't allowed to be the exclusive carrier for the package(I said package) because #1 I don't have DirecTV and #2 not everyone can put a dish on their place.
I am glad that our senators are watching out for the little guys, but they seriously need to start focusing on real issues instead of baseball. First it was steroids, then the 200,000 people that were going to be affected by Extra Innings-gate.
I believe that Steroids, and specifically HGH, is a serious problem in baseball, but it is a problem that the MLB has to deal with not our government. Our government should be dealing with Global warming(this should be the #1 concern for EVERY politician right now), the bastards in the oil industry(if they get a tax credit just for ripping us off, why should I pay anything), the bastards in the current administration(Lies, Lies and more Lies) and the fast food industry/the sugar pushing Soda industry(the biggest factors causing America to be so fat). Sorry for the interruption, but Fuck the Oakland A's, the Sox record is now 3-2. I wish that we could hit the reset button(one of my favorite options in both video games and life) on the entire government and start over from scratch with everyone being held fully accountable for every action and dollar spent. But that is a dream that will most likely have to wait until 2012 when I will finally be old enough to be President, though I will be willing to wait until 2016 to give Barack 2 terms to take a crack at truly making a difference.
I love baseball, as I am sure many members of of government do, but it is just a game.
Focus people.
I have already had a Bedtime Berry(my favorite flavor) and I have a Goodnight Grape waiting for me in the morning, but I will update you on the true powers of this Anti-Hangover beverage tomorrow. I am sure I will still need my typical Lo-carb Monster and V8 V-Fusion in the morning, but I have had quite a few adult beverages tonight, I have a fridge full of beer and a late White Sox game to keep me going so this will be a true test.
I should also probably mention that earlier tonight I was crying.
You see, I went to see Blades Of Glory tonight and during Will Ferrell and Jon Heder's first skating routine I couldn't stop laughing and I actually ended up wiping away tears at several points during the movie. While I don't think this is a movie I could repeatedly watch, it is hilarious and deserves at least 2 viewings. It also reaffirms my love for Pam!
Last nights episode of "24"(Monday FOX 8) was great. This episode pulled the old switcheroo so well, that George Costanza would have been proud. Dan said that this was one of the best episodes, and I have to agree. It was an action packed hour that showed the strength of several characters not to mention the intellengence of the writers. After an amazing start to this season I was starting to question the direction the show was taking which seemed to be following the same patern Tim mentioned that Jack was following, yelling then whispering then yelling again. This episode finally broke the pattern the show was stuck in and gives us hope that we can get a creative ending to the season.
I mentioned Jon Bon Jovi yesterday, and I found out today that he is scheduled to be a mentor on "American Idol" on May 1st. It should be a 2 performance night from Jordin, Melinda, LaKisha, Blake and either Chris or Sanjaya. I have come to terms with the fact that it won't be strictly a Bon Jovi theme, but we should hear some serious "hard rock" from the top 5. Also you can go here to hear Bon Jovi's new single.
While still coherent, I need to talk about baseball. I have already sworn off baseball several times this season, but I still love it. If you haven't already noticed it, I am a big Chicago White Sox fan, and speaking of crying, just the mention of the 2005 World Series causes me to tear up with pride. I was in attendance for Game 2 of the World Series and it was the best game I have ever been to, plus I actually saw Paul Konerko's grand slam unlike my friend Jim who was in the bathroom while I celebrated with his Dad and brother(thanks for getting me there Wendell).
But that was 2005, this is double 0 7. As far as I am concerned with the Sox, the season started on the day that Buehrle pitched(he should have been the opening day starter anyway) and they are now 3-1. The biggest thing right now is that they have gone into Oakland(where they won only 4 out of the last 27 games) and have played great so far(as of the 7th inning of game 2).
But the thing that got me thinking about baseball was the fact that my Comcast cable box told me today that I can get MLB Extra Innings this year and that I have it for free until April 15th. If you hadn't heard of all the controversy, DirecTV was going to be the exclusive carrier of the package that allows you to watch up to 60 out of market games per week. This outraged many people, including Senator John Kerry, because cable and dish network subscribers were going to be forced to switch to DirectTV. Somehow I missed the fact that InDemand reached an agreement with the MLB to carry the games on their cable providers. For the record I am glad that DirecTV wasn't allowed to be the exclusive carrier for the package(I said package) because #1 I don't have DirecTV and #2 not everyone can put a dish on their place.
I am glad that our senators are watching out for the little guys, but they seriously need to start focusing on real issues instead of baseball. First it was steroids, then the 200,000 people that were going to be affected by Extra Innings-gate.
I believe that Steroids, and specifically HGH, is a serious problem in baseball, but it is a problem that the MLB has to deal with not our government. Our government should be dealing with Global warming(this should be the #1 concern for EVERY politician right now), the bastards in the oil industry(if they get a tax credit just for ripping us off, why should I pay anything), the bastards in the current administration(Lies, Lies and more Lies) and the fast food industry/the sugar pushing Soda industry(the biggest factors causing America to be so fat). Sorry for the interruption, but Fuck the Oakland A's, the Sox record is now 3-2. I wish that we could hit the reset button(one of my favorite options in both video games and life) on the entire government and start over from scratch with everyone being held fully accountable for every action and dollar spent. But that is a dream that will most likely have to wait until 2012 when I will finally be old enough to be President, though I will be willing to wait until 2016 to give Barack 2 terms to take a crack at truly making a difference.
I love baseball, as I am sure many members of of government do, but it is just a game.
Focus people.
Monday, April 09, 2007
Random Updates
If you've been watching "Friday Night Lights"(Wednesday NBC 7), then I don't need to tell you that this week is the season finale. This show, which I originally doubted could hold my interest for the season, has turned out to be one of the best dramas on TV.
While the ratings have not been good, the press likes the show and it will most likely be picked up for a second season(we won't find out for sure until the upfronts in May). The show is still available for free online at nbc.com but I am hoping that NBC uses the early season finale wisely. The show should continue to air on Bravo throughout the summer, but I would love to see them re air the entire season in primetime over the summer and promote the hell out of it during May sweeps. I think another great way to build an audience would be to release the DVD as soon as possible. Most shows release the DVD of the most recent season in August or September shortly before the new season starts. Releasing Friday Night Lights in June or July(with heavy promotion during sweeps) would allow many more fans to have time to catch up with the show.
"King Of Queens"(Monday CBS 8:30) is coming to an end, but even I barely noticed that it was gone. There are 5 episodes left of what used to be a very funny show, but with schedule changes and few quality comedies to be paired with on CBS, the show lost viewers and support from CBS. The finale will air on May 14th and I am looking forward to seeing how the show will wrap up.
Instead of waiting till the last minute, I will get ahead of the upcoming marathons on Sci-Fi. First there is the "Battlestar Galactica" marathon, all 20 Season 3 episodes will air on May 16-18. Then on May 19th will be a "Heroes" marathon to catch you up just before the finale on NBC May 21st. Heroes returns April 23th and you can watch all episodes online now.
"American Idol"(Tuesday FOX 7) seriously needs to stop tormenting me and bring on the greatest episode ever. I am not talking about Sanjaya getting the boot, although it will be funny to see him cry, I am talking about the Jon Bon Jovi episode. I hope they are only holding off so that everyone can sing 2 Bon Jovi songs, best episode ever.
While the ratings have not been good, the press likes the show and it will most likely be picked up for a second season(we won't find out for sure until the upfronts in May). The show is still available for free online at nbc.com but I am hoping that NBC uses the early season finale wisely. The show should continue to air on Bravo throughout the summer, but I would love to see them re air the entire season in primetime over the summer and promote the hell out of it during May sweeps. I think another great way to build an audience would be to release the DVD as soon as possible. Most shows release the DVD of the most recent season in August or September shortly before the new season starts. Releasing Friday Night Lights in June or July(with heavy promotion during sweeps) would allow many more fans to have time to catch up with the show.
"King Of Queens"(Monday CBS 8:30) is coming to an end, but even I barely noticed that it was gone. There are 5 episodes left of what used to be a very funny show, but with schedule changes and few quality comedies to be paired with on CBS, the show lost viewers and support from CBS. The finale will air on May 14th and I am looking forward to seeing how the show will wrap up.
Instead of waiting till the last minute, I will get ahead of the upcoming marathons on Sci-Fi. First there is the "Battlestar Galactica" marathon, all 20 Season 3 episodes will air on May 16-18. Then on May 19th will be a "Heroes" marathon to catch you up just before the finale on NBC May 21st. Heroes returns April 23th and you can watch all episodes online now.
"American Idol"(Tuesday FOX 7) seriously needs to stop tormenting me and bring on the greatest episode ever. I am not talking about Sanjaya getting the boot, although it will be funny to see him cry, I am talking about the Jon Bon Jovi episode. I hope they are only holding off so that everyone can sing 2 Bon Jovi songs, best episode ever.
Sunday, April 08, 2007
Happy Easter
I have failed you in many ways.
Planet Earth deserves a lot more attention, and it is even more of a must watch if you have access to HD(Comcast has it on Demand in HD-which makes it much easier to go to a friends house and watch it).
There were supersized versions of NBC's Must See comedies. I was incredibly pissed when technical difficulties caused me to miss the first 5 minutes of "The Office" and the incident that got Angela so turned on(Thank you NBC for the extended scene!!).
Sopranos and Entourage start their new seasons tonight, should have warned you about that.
October Road has many eerie similarities to my crazy life. I think my version of Tyler Durden may actually be a writer for the show.
I didn't spread the word of the Lyons masters swimming, Gold medal winning mixed relay team, and their sudden rise as favorites to win the state title on April 21st at UIC. Go cheer on Doug, Hillary, Katie and Stephen!
But most amazingly "The Black Donnellys" has been pulled from the schedule this Monday(The new episode will be available online only starting at 9 on Monday). To make matters worse, it was pulled for more bullshit TV that should be playing on Comedy Central, not prime time network TV. Didn't we learn the lesson from "Whose line"? Funny show, but do not waste real timeslots on afternoon time killers.
Speaking of comedy central, the last episode of "South Park" was a great Easter based version of 'The Da Vinci Code' , which included the original version of The Last Supper painting, Ninjas, the true story behind the Easter bunny and Stan literally becoming Judas 2.0(It replays tonight at 10:30 and 1:00AM).
So basically I have failed you all. I am sorry, I didn't realize I had such an impact.
I should have realized my importance to society once I started to notice the aftershocks throughout the country to my "green" posts. After I brought it to everyone's attention, it seemed that everyone realized the importance of us not furthering the destruction of the world. Now every magazine has a green issue, I have heard "green thoughts" on the radio and there is even a green festival happening in a couple weeks in Chicago.
As soon as I either get my computer fixed, or find a way to buy a new one, I will be back better than ever. I really thought a week without a computer would open up my social calendar a little more, but instead it somehow made me less efficient in everything else I did.
Oh, and that creepy guy in the creepy Easter Bunny outfit wanted me to say Hi, and that he's watching you right now.
Planet Earth deserves a lot more attention, and it is even more of a must watch if you have access to HD(Comcast has it on Demand in HD-which makes it much easier to go to a friends house and watch it).
There were supersized versions of NBC's Must See comedies. I was incredibly pissed when technical difficulties caused me to miss the first 5 minutes of "The Office" and the incident that got Angela so turned on(Thank you NBC for the extended scene!!).
Sopranos and Entourage start their new seasons tonight, should have warned you about that.
October Road has many eerie similarities to my crazy life. I think my version of Tyler Durden may actually be a writer for the show.
I didn't spread the word of the Lyons masters swimming, Gold medal winning mixed relay team, and their sudden rise as favorites to win the state title on April 21st at UIC. Go cheer on Doug, Hillary, Katie and Stephen!
But most amazingly "The Black Donnellys" has been pulled from the schedule this Monday(The new episode will be available online only starting at 9 on Monday). To make matters worse, it was pulled for more bullshit TV that should be playing on Comedy Central, not prime time network TV. Didn't we learn the lesson from "Whose line"? Funny show, but do not waste real timeslots on afternoon time killers.
Speaking of comedy central, the last episode of "South Park" was a great Easter based version of 'The Da Vinci Code' , which included the original version of The Last Supper painting, Ninjas, the true story behind the Easter bunny and Stan literally becoming Judas 2.0(It replays tonight at 10:30 and 1:00AM).
So basically I have failed you all. I am sorry, I didn't realize I had such an impact.
I should have realized my importance to society once I started to notice the aftershocks throughout the country to my "green" posts. After I brought it to everyone's attention, it seemed that everyone realized the importance of us not furthering the destruction of the world. Now every magazine has a green issue, I have heard "green thoughts" on the radio and there is even a green festival happening in a couple weeks in Chicago.
As soon as I either get my computer fixed, or find a way to buy a new one, I will be back better than ever. I really thought a week without a computer would open up my social calendar a little more, but instead it somehow made me less efficient in everything else I did.
Oh, and that creepy guy in the creepy Easter Bunny outfit wanted me to say Hi, and that he's watching you right now.
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