Favorites of the Week

HEYYY so there's been a lot of TV stuff going on this week and I just felt a little necessary to clump all of it together in a little post I'd like to call, FAVORITES OF THE WEEEEEEEK

So first of all, I know you will all hate me, BUT:

YES OMG YES I FUCKING LOVE IT. OKAY?! GET OFF MY BACK I CAN'T HELP IT. sorry. Since this premiered tuesday I've listened to it about 6 thousand times. What is wrong with me? Maybe its my love of mens a capella, this katy perry song, good looking boys SINGING a capella, and an adorable gay love affair that's cuter than two puppies playing that has me addicted to this rendition of teenage dream. Its driving my roommates crazy- its the only thing I'm singing out loud obnoxiously nowadays.

What's hilarious is the actual piece itself sucks. I mean, yeah let's get MORE really goofy off beat guys bopping around to the music, and more uncoordinated backup a capella singers. But still, this is huge, and I'm in love.

Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg Reconcile.

What's funny about this episode of Oprah was that I just recently rewatched the Color Purple for the first time in about 9 or 10 years and hated myself for not doing it earlier, I wasn't aware of the "feud" between Oprah and Whoopi but this moment is really touching, I mean a serious "Oprah" moment. Both of these ladies are extremely talented and its nice to see another great daytime tv moment.

Glory Daze

As I was watching Conan (that's a whole OTHER post coming up, trust me), I was watching these previews for a new show called Glory Daze. I immediately write it off as obnoxious. I mean, do I REALLY need to see more about the 1980s in media? I get it, the 80s was great. PLUS, its on TBS and no offense, I really have no high hopes for ANY original scripted TBS show (Bill Engvall, Meet the Browns... even though My Boys was great).

But, I happened to look again and notice all these familiar faces involved in the show: Brad Garrett, Tim Meadows, and Cheri Oteri. I feel like if I just watched that damn trailer again I'd be able to remember a couple more. So is it good? I guess we'll find out for ourselves.

Community Bottle Episode

Unfortunately, whenever I think of bottle episodes, I can only think of Friends, NOT THAT they aren't hilarious and amazing, but its hard for me to find tv shows that do that kind of idea anymore. Bottle episode BASICALLY means the whole show is revolved around all the characters in ONE room.

OH. WILL AND GRACE. now I remember. That one was hilarious.

I was surprised that they decided to pull out these tricks so early on in the show's career. Well, it may make sense considering the show is constantly on the verge of cancellation, they want to show what they can do.

I don't understand why this show isn't more popular, and isn't being praised more by critics. Its absolutely hilarious and I see a bright future for it.

Sorry, rant over. Watch this clip and then catch the full episode online, you'll be glad you did.

Ok. I'm being lazy and I'm sure I'm forgetting other great TV stuff this week. Yes I'll talk about Conan... tomorrow I promise.

Also, is everyone doing National Unfriend Day tomorrow? It's Jimmy Kimmel's only way to create future relevance for himself after his career's over, so lets do it for him!

...... j/k Jimmy, J/k

if you are what you say you are....

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So I found this hilarious article that BASICALLY sums up your personality based on what you watch. I thought it was pretty amusing and it might be worth everyone to take a look at it:

CLICK HERE

for the article.

SO according to this article: I'm a rebel risk-taker who feels superior to others and is creative.

(family guy, the office, mad men)

But I am a little disappointed with the selection they decided to portray. Other options were glee, biggest loser, dwts, and real housewives. C'mon, if you like reality tv, you're into drama, obvi.

I just wanted to know about OTHER shows that I like: Dexter, Community, Lie to Me.

I was hoping to know that I was a looney sociopath that talks to people at an uncomfortably close distance.

IN OTHER NEWS: RIP Jonas L.A. =[ Maybe Beiber LA will be more successful (how was that burn?)

Lets's Try Again, COCO

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So yes, as an avid coco fan since his days on Late Night, I am SUPER pumped for his new show tonight, Conan.

I'm not really sure what to expect. I know Max Weinberg's not there, I know Joel Goddard isn't there (and hasn't for a while), but I do know that Andy Richter, most of the writers and staff, and mr. coco himself will be there (obviously).

So why am I still nervous?

I guess I'm still not over the initial letdown of the Tonight Show. DON'TGETMEWRONG- I really did support Conan and I thought NBC's decision to let him go was absolutely ridiculous, but I couldn't get over the fact that it wasn't the same. It seemed a little forced. Not as goofy.

But with rumblings and rumors of the return of the masturbating bear, the fact that he IS on cable, and the fact that he has A LOT to prove, could be proof for a new turn for Conan.

Bottom line- I'm excited. I'm hoping for the best but I won't get my expectations too high.

CLICK HERE

for a great article by my favorite- tvsquad for what they think about what should happen with Conan's show.

I have to say, I agree with most of it. DO get guests who are down to be funny (in the year 2000 type gags). DO command the stage, and DO keep booking great bands.

But on the opposite side- DON'T keep making fun of Jay, you can do that on your own when your ratings show. DON'T try too hard with dull and boring guests.

But in my mind I have my own list as well:

DO keep things goofy. The way Conan recovers from failed jokes? THAT'S what drew me to him as my preferred late night talk show host.

DON'T make your stage too big. Was anyone else bothered by how big his stage was? He seemed almost lost on stage and with his 300+ seated audience. Utilize your small space and love it!

DO more skits IN studio. I love the taped specials but I felt like you were doing them EVERY NIGHT on the tonight show. I use to love coco and andy being goofy within the studio.

DON'T keep the beard. please please please please please shave the beard. please

SEE YOU TONIGHT CONE-SY. Good luck :-D

Lumen. freakin'. Pierce

SO. How does everyone feel about the newest character of Dexter: Lumen Pierce?

Quite update- Dexter found Pierce at the end of one of his kills, Boyd. Pierce was ultimately going to be one of Boyd's next victims, but since it seems to be that Dexter DOES have the capability to feel, he spares her life. For the past three or four episodes, we have been watching Dexter struggle to balance his normal life with his REAL life, as Pierce has the ability to risk spilling the truth towards everyone.

But what's been really happening is we (the viewer) have been following Pierce's need for revenge, as she poorly attempts to terminate all those who associated with Boyd during her capture.

So I have to say, I've never had such an emotional rollercoaster - type feeling with one character on a show. When she first shows up, I'm initially excited because A) LOVE Julia Styles, and B) I know her character will throw such a wrench into the "I'm Dexter, I'm always cool as beans" storyline, and this excites me.

THEN. Her second episode happens, and all hell is braking loose as she can't sit still for 5 seconds to let Dexter EXPLAIN what's going on... and I realize I am being a horrible bitch since she is just coming back to life after being abducted and raped... I suck. Bottom line - Dexter is beginning to lose his cool, and what was something that I was at first excited for, I am now dreading.

THENNN. The THIRD episode was even WORSE. She starts getting her shit together but can't kill anyone to save her life, and begins to blow Dexter's cover. I have to say, after watching an expert doing it for all those years, I have no patience for amateurs. I become immediately frustrated and want to pull my hair out when she gets in the cab to go back to Miami.

So. Its her fourth episode. I have lost all hope for me ever liking this character, and I have to say, with the first 40ish minutes or so, I kept true to that feeling. I knew exactly what was going to happen before the episode, but I didn't realize it would get that messy.

I can't believe I still covered my eyes and sat on the edge of my seat, thinking Dexter was going to get discovered... silly Katelyn.

But anyway, good call Pierce for realizing that it WAS the right guy, good call Dexter for your quick thinking, and I am left with the final scene between Dexter and Lumen, with Dexter realizing that helping her won't only help her, but himself with finding closure for Rita. I guess this will end the conflict between the two as I see them beginning to work together, maybe not seamlessly, but it'll be a start.

Also, poor Nanny! Dexter is the worst boss ever.

Also Also- Debrah and Quinn? gimmeafuckingbreak. Let's see how this one goes...

FINALLY: Check out this random wiki I found, with someone asking if Lumen might be Rita's secret daughter from her "mysterious" first marriage. I think it might be a stretch- did they mention Lumen's family already? But hey, lets just post it just to say... HA WE FOUND IT FIRST.

CLICK HERE

for the article

FOUR MORE YEARS

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I have to give it up to my former employer... he sure knows how to stay on TV

it turns out that Jerry Springer, Steve Wilkos, AND Maury Povich, the guys still hangin' on through the 90s serge of talk shows, just got their contracts renewed until 2014!

Woop! Let the white trash commence!

But, I have to say, Jerry Springer is probably the king of self-deprecating humor. He calls himself the "grandfather" of trash tv, as well as saying NUMEROUS times (jokingly) that he would never watch his own show.

But its amazing to watch a show whose first contract was for six weeks - then slowly but surely moved its way into today.. with four year renewals.

GOOD FOR YOU JERRY, and congratulations for creating the meaning of guilty pleasure tv. From a news anchor to America's favorite talk show host, you've had quite a ride.

Take a look at some awesome moments from Jerry Springer, and if I could recommend anything - friend Jerry and Steve Wilkos of facebook. They post three minute clips of their daily shows, and I have to say, its fun to get a little dose of trashy everyday.

Also- its really interesting to see the "journey" of Jerry Springer. Check out some earlier episodes - before it went into just all trash, it dealt with actual issues - such as racism.

Best of SNL

SORRY I'VE BEEN AWAY FOR SO LONG. If you even care, ha. But I took a much needed break in honor of midterms. woop.

As I was away, I couldn't help but spot so many articles and events I wanted to blog about... of course. So sorry if I sound outdated this week, but I just want to catch up.

So, one article that I thought was pretty cool was one celebrating Saturday Night Live's 35th anniversary, WOWSERS. It goes without saying that this show has had its ups and downs, but though everything, has definitely created some hilarious moments in television history.

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for the article

Its pretty fun to look through all the sketches that you grew up with when you were younger. The article is divided in three parts: 70s through early 80s, then through the early 90s, then into today.

But with any article like this, there will of course be intense disagreements, I pretty much liked all of it... until MY favorite era of SNL: the late nineties.

WHY WOULD THEY MENTION:

THE BARRY GIBB TALK SHOW

Guh. I'm sorry but I can't help but DESPISE Justin Timberlake on SNL. Idk what's wrong with me, I guess he is a LITTLE funny, but how does this make the top 35?? Yes, Jimmy Fallon does a great Barry Gibb, but it just gets old with me.

If you were to mention ANY SNL JT sketch, why not that one where he dances... in that soup costume... idk but that one is pretty funny I guess.

ED GRIMLEY

I'm sorry. Maybe I'm a huge bitch, but I never found this sketch funny. Martin Short has a very particular brand of humor... and sometimes I just don't get it, maybe I should just shut my mouth... or maybe other people feel this way and so it shouldn't be on the countdown.

LANDSHARK

Yes, I am very well aware why Landshark is on this countdown. It was a huge sketch for the show. But again, I guess I'll be a huge bitch and say I just never found it that funny. Maybe its because this world really doesn't do candygrams anymore...

THANK GOODNESS THEY MENTIONED:

Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood

Oh, the glory days of Eddie Murphy. The comedy in this sketch is timeless. Before the days of Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy created this classic skit and bringing light to some of the major problems going on in certain parts of the country at the time. Absolutely hilarious.

SPROCKETS

HOLY SHIT. NOWS THE TIME I SPROCKETS WHEN WE DANCE. At least, I think that's what he's saying. I can't believe someone else likes this. Definitely one of the weirdest SNL sketches of all time, but just continues to show Mike Meyers Genius. Bravo, TV Squad, Bravo.

VINCENT PRICE

Bill Hader is absolutely hysterical. So far in my recent days of watching SNL, he is my go-to guy for a guaranteed laugh. I'm obsessed with him and I was SO glad to see at least one of his reoccurring characters on this list. Not to mention, Fred Armisen's hilarious portrayal of Liberacci and Kristen Wiig as Katherine Hepburn.

WHAT THIS LIST NEEDED:

The Festrunk Brothers

Really, TV Squad? are you going to miss out on this amazingly timeless sketch? Two of the greatest comedic minds of our time come together to create pretty much the jersey shore equivalent of the 70s: two wild and crazy guys.

Does anyone remember when they appeared during that Will Ferrell and Chris Katan Roxbury sketch? The perfect way to pay tribute to an amazing skit.

The Spartan Cheerleaders

honestly, this sketch is what made me love SNL in the 90s. Maybe it was because I was a lot younger and this totally played towards my immature humor, but I thought Cheri Oteri and Will Ferrell were the funniest THINGS to ever exist. I would learn and repeat the chants and laugh along like the gigglebitch I was towards my favorite school outcasts.

What's Up With That

This is arguably one of my favorite reoccurring sketches in the recent times of SNL. I think it just portrays some of the randomness that existed in the earlier years that made people really fall in love with the show. Everything about this show is great: Kenan Thompson, Jason Sudekis (holy shit is he funny), Fred Armisen, the hilariously random celebrity guests, and of course... Lindsey Buckingham <~~ wtf?!

SO YEAH. tell me your thoughts! I know theres more I didn't mention.