Television

I just finished watching the sixth season premier of 24. It looks like it's going to be another very bad day for Jack. Shortly before the start of the fifth season, I made a prediction about Jack Bauer, and that prediction has now come true. Telling you what it was would be a spoiler for tonight's episode, so I'm putting it below the fold. … [Read more...] about I Called It!

My favorite new show of this TV season is Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. Unfortunately, I seem to be in the minority. But that’s because people just don’t get it. The show boasts a great cast that includes Matthew Perry, Sarah Paulson, Amanda Peet and a handful West Wing veterans. It’s a smart and funny show produced by Aaron Sorkin, the creator of such excellent TV fare … [Read more...] about The Best Show You’re Not Watching

Last week, I mentioned that the Court of Appeal in Florida had rejected Richard Paey's appeal of his 25-year sentence for taking too much pain medication. Richard Paey's wife left a comment on that post: The denial of Rich's appeal was devastating news to our family. We were shocked to see that they allowed this conviction to stand. What does this say about the other cases … [Read more...] about A Few Words From Linda Paey

I'm a fan of the show House and I watch it pretty regularly, but the last few episodes have been driving me crazy. Drug police who think they know more about medicine than doctors are depressing enough in real life. I don't need them in my escapist fiction. Meanwhile, however, will sombody please tell House's staff to STOP TALKING TO THE DAMNED COP!!! Jeez. House should … [Read more...] about House’s Weak-Ass Peeps

Exhibit 1: The Daily Show and The Colbert Report are all over the internet, and Stephen Colbert talks about his YouTube popularity on the show. It's the internet buzz that everyone on television wants for their own show. Well...everyone except the folks who run the Comedy Central channel: I received a couple of emails from YouTube this afternoon (see below) notifying me … [Read more...] about Shooting Your Fans in the Foot