Archive for the ‘TV News’ Category

Chicken Choker – Part 2

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

- ABC\Disney to join the NBC\Fox gang at Hulu. They just keep getting better and better.

- Star Trek continues to gain steam before next weeks opening. Today’s new promotion: Designer models of the Enterprise 

- Harbo to start its own network by joining forces with… Discovery?!

- Ok, ok. I’ll admit it: I’m excited to see the new movie Julie & Julia. There. I said it. Bite me.

Extra Slice – Video: Kids + Baseball + Minor League BS “running of the bases” = … well, this 


100 Days Later – Part 2

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

- Whoa! Do the Magic really have any chance of winning without Dwight Howard? Looks like this series is definitely going to a game 7

- Don’t call me an expert on these things, but I’m not sure Zac Efron sees being called “the new Jason Priestley” a good thing… even if it is from JP himself.

- Does iTunes know all? A glitch showed that Adam and Kris are the most downloaded Idols. Does that mean they’re destined to be in the top 2?

- Conan unveiled his new Tonight Show logo today. In my opinion it’s way better than Jay’s or Fallon’s 

Extra Slice – Video: Check out these quotes from HIMYM’s Barney including this classic 


Isn’t Earth Day Everyday? – Part 2

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

- The Fridge has been hospitalized for a chronic inflammation disorder. Hoping you get better #72…

- Why didn’t I think of that: A Home Depot sponsorship of the weekend weather makes absolute perfect sense

- It’s so sad that we have forgotten the days when Mike Tyson could kick some serious butt. No one even asks the Ali\Tyson questions anymore…

- The best part of the Price is Right? The idiots that either have no idea how to play, insult the host or are just plain everyday mornons

Extra Slice – Video: Check out WyClef Jean and Colby Caillat rocking out at Nickelodeon’s Annual Upfront presentation this past March (and check out this video from Wyclef’s video blog with a behind the scenes look – performance begins at 2:47).

I’m off to New Orleans for Jazz Fest this weekend (woo-hoo!). Back with posts on Tuesday, April 28.

Summer Movies Cometh – Part 2

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

- A rarity these day’s – a hit animated show: Nickelodeon’s new Penguins of Madagascar is kicking ass and taking names!

- It is so obvious the New York baseball teams overestimated what people were willing to pay for a baseball ticket. At least in THIS economy…

- NBC is making a last ditch effort to get a ratings boost this season: Check out this list of upcoming NBC guest stars (including five musicians on the season finale of 30 Rock)

- Another website with a list that speaks to me: Things I Would Do To Bang Scarlett Johansson 

Extra Slice – Video: Soon to be top-draft pick Matt Stafford shows his wicked good arm in “football skeet shooting” on the Late Night show with Jimmy Fallon

Busy, Busy Day – Part 2

Monday, April 20th, 2009

- Hulu continues their quest for world dominance and where better attack next than the iPhone: Hulu shows to stream with ease through a upcoming app

- Is the end near for Stephen A. Smith? Word on the street is that he and ESPN can come to terms on a contract renewal…

- Interested in downloading songs from the recent Dave Matthews Band show you went to? Look no farther than DontBurnThePig.org 

- Looking good even into her mid-40’s: Lisa Rinna’s second stint in Playboy (NWA)

Extra Slice – Video: A rare but hilarious way to remember Madden: A look at his top 5 commercials, including this one for McDonalds (using his trademark telestrator)


Busy, Busy Day – Part 1

Monday, April 20th, 2009

- ESPN joins NBC is backing a Matt Millen, a loser who clearly knows nothing (see the Lions for the past 8 years)

- Rumor has it that Jessica Simpson and Britney Spears might team up for a Laverne and Shirtly-esque TV show. Ok, but which one plays the dumb one?

- Sunny guys going direct to DVD? Yes, but why waste the money when FX is going to re-air it for free at a later date???

- Madden 10 is gearing up for it’s August 14th release: The trailer comes tomorrow, followed by the cover unveiling Wednesday and finally the Madden NFL 10 Draft Experience on Thursday where drafted players get their official Madden ratings

Extra Slice – Video: Was the first fight at the new Yankee Stadium between two girls?!

Let Me Out of this Office! – Part 2

Friday, April 17th, 2009

- YouTube has started hosting TV shows (including ALF!) and movies (including Carrie!) for free. I love the internet!

- Parents groups are having some issues with BK’s new hilarious “I Like Square Butts” ad. Seriously? IT’S A JOKE!

- In case you didn’t spend the $15 for Zombie Strippers on DVD, Spike is airing it tonight for free (but probably without the “good stuff”)

- Notice to you LA’ers out there: Tickets to CONAN’S Tonight Show are now available

Extra Slice – Video: And finally this week – as if the street Elmos (yes, PLURAL) in Times Square aren’t creepy enough, apparently Cookie Monster is playing for change in the subway 


The End of a Sport\TV Era – Part 1

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

- So much for waiting for Al to go first: John Madden retires

- Looks like the Giants have found their replacement for Plax: Will Braylon Edwards be a pre-draft move?

- Someone please tell Hulk Hogan that no one should ever admit publicly to sympathizing with OJ. It’s just bad taste

- With the end of the TV season coming up, USA Today has launched their annual “Save Our Shows” campaign. My vote: Better Off Ted, a VERY funny new ABC comedy

Extra Slice – Video: Not sure why, but Star Wars\80’s Show Openings mash-ups are all the rage right now. First Dallas, now comes MacGuyver (thanks Scott for the link)

A Taxing Day – Part 2

Wednesday, April 15th, 2009

- After saving LA MANY times and now Washington once, Jack’s headed up the East Coast to New York City. Welcome, Mr. Bauer – may I suggest staying out of Times Square?

- Michael Vick is looking to cash in on his return to the NFL. Or at least his attempt to return to the NFL

- Did you know that The Daily Show changes the name on the globe above the desk nearly every day?

- Its back: Next Tuesday, April 21st is Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry’s (New Yorkers: Stores still exist in Rock Center and Macy’s Herald Square). Enjoy!

Extra Slice – Video: Jimmy Kimmel goes High Def – see the amazing difference!


A Pup Named Bo – Part 1

Monday, April 13th, 2009

- The Obama’s get a pup named Bo (I should copy write that line because YOU KNOW it’s going to be the name of an upcoming children’s book)

- Dolphin great Zach Thomas continues to extend his career. This year’s lucky team? The Chiefs!

- Looks like the Bengals are going to dump all of Palmer’s targets: First Housh left, now it looks like Ocho Cinco is going to be shipped off 

- For any Orange fans, here’s a great profile piece on new football coach Doug Marrone and how he’s bringing back the tradition of SU football

Extra Slice – Video: As they did with R. Kelly, Tom Cruise and pretty much every celebrity you can think of, South Park rips on Kanye (Kanye responds here)