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new and noteworthy tv: 1/23-1/29

January 23, 2017 No Comments

It’s funny how when I get busy my TiVo backlog starts to creep up, plus I’m finally allowing myself a little Australian Open.

Outsiders (WGN) Season Premiere, Tuesday, 9pm – This might not be an amazing TV show but I got wrapped up in the SAMCRO-esque group of bad(?) folks outside the norm and like Sons can’t imagine how they’ll keep the story going.
The Path (Hulu) Season Premiere, Wednesday – I’m not onboard with Hulu so don’t have a personal opinion but think this has gotten relatively mixed reviews.
Riverdale (CW) Series Premiere, Thursday, 9pm – Not your father’s Archie Comic I’ve actually heard some good things about this reboot with a more murder mystery teen soap approach.
Z: The Beginning of Everything (Am) Series Premiere, Friday – Christina Ricci takes the role of Zelda Fitzgerald in what I hear isn’t a convincing or engaging run.
Australian Open (ESPN) Saturday/Sunday, 12am – The women’s and the men’s finals, the possibilities…
SAG Awards (TBS/TNT) Sunday, 5pm – The award season continues.
Miss Universe (Fox) Sunday, 7pm – Steve Harvey returns as host.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 1/16-1/22

January 14, 2017 No Comments

Hmm I’m not sure I have time in my busy schedule for tennis but I’ll have to check in to see how Federer is doing on his return after injury time away.

Australian Open (ESPN2) – Play continues throughout the week.
Howie Mandel All-Star Comedy Gala (CW) Monday, 8pm – A stand-up comedy showcase.
Throwing Shade (TVL) Series Premiere, Tuesday, 10:30pm – Comedian hosts talk politics and pop culture.
People’s Choice Awards (CBS) Wednesday, 9pm – Joel McHale hosts.
Six (Hist) Series Premiere, Wednesday, 10pm – The only review I read of this new dramatic Navy SEALs series was bad.
Baskets (FX) Season Premiere, Thursday, 10pm – For those of you who fell for this very odd dark and yet funny show.
Frontier (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – Jason Momoa stars in this Canadian fur trapping drama which reportedly isn’t so compelling.
Hunted (CBS) Series Premiere, Sunday, 7pm – Ordinary people try to evade investigators tracking them.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 1/9-1/15

January 8, 2017 No Comments

I guess it’s time for me to acknowledge the new year and get started on my year end lists. Until then there’s always more tv!

Big Fan (ABC) Monday, 10pm, Series Premiere – The latest game show slant with three superfans competing against a celebrity about trivia, about the celebrity.
President Barack Obama’s Farewell Address (Multiple) Tuesday, 6pm – The end of an era.
Taboo (Fx) Series Premiere, Tuesday, 10pm – This latest Tom Hardy period piece hasn’t gotten rave reviews but always worth checking out.
Jeff & Some Aliens (Com) Series Premiere, Wednesday, 10:30pm – An animated look at a regular dude and some ‘chill’ aliens probably isn’t my cup of tea.
Taking the Stage (ABC) Thursday, 9pm – Entertainers gather for the opening of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.
My Kitchen Rules (Fox) Series Premiere, Thursday 9pm – Celebrity pairs take on dinner parties and of course critique.
The Investigator (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – Another look at real life crime, British style.
A Series of Unfortunate Events (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – The movie version of this didn’t get a ton of raves but the series with the always good Neil Patrick Harris is supposed to work on pretty much all levels.
Sneaky Pete (Am) Series Premiere, Friday – Cranston and Giovani Ribisi pairing up against each other with a mix of cons and good supporting cast worth a try.
Australian Open (ESPN2) – Opening rounds.
Victoria (PBS) Series Premiere, Sunday, 9pm – This is supposed to be a soapy take on royalty, though for a non-royal follower between the Crown and the Royals I may be all booked up.
The Young Pope (HBO) Series Premiere, Sunday, 9pm – At 47 Jude Law isn’t all that ‘young’ but he’ll play the protagonist trying to make the church great again, worth a look.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 1/2-1/8

January 1, 2017 No Comments

Regular programming is starting to return as are a few new items to keep a little diversity in the queue. I’ve been making some progress on movies as well as a few of my Netflix backlog items.

The Bachelor (ABC) Season Premiere, Monday, 8pm – This is happening again…
Masterchef Celebrity Showdown (Fox) Monday, 8pm – ‘Celebrities’ test their culinary skills.
Kids Baking Championship (Food) Season Premiere, Monday, 8pm – Kids return for a cuter side of baking.
Beyond (Free) Series Premiere, Monday, 9pm – Waking up from a 12 year coma with special skills and to a conspiracy, I’m sure our key players are also young and attractive.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (Fxx) Season Premiere, Wednesday, 10pm – Somehow this show is striking out with their 12th season of the gang getting into ridiculous messes.
One Day at a Time (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – I’ve actually heard a few good reports on this reimagining of the ’70s Lear sitcom.
Emerald City (NBC) Series Premiere, Friday, 9pm – I love a retelling though I’m dubious I’ll certainly check out this modern take on Dorothy’s journey.
Mythbusters: The Search (Sci) Series Premiere, Saturday, 4pm – For those who miss the original this brings contestants to bust myths.
Golden Globe Awards (NBC) Sunday, 8pm – the 74th annual gala.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 12/26-1/1

December 23, 2016 No Comments

Time to go see some movies!

Happy New Year, Charlie Brown/Rudolph’s Shiny New Year (ABC) Monday, 8/9pm – We’re getting ready to celebrate another new year.
Kennedy Center Honors (CBS) Tuesday, 9pm – Stephen Colbert hosts.
Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve (ABC) Saturday, 8/10/11:30pm – Ryan Seacrest keeps the helm with the help of Fergie and Jenny McCarthy.
A Toast to 2016/Late Night with Seth Meyers/NYE with Carson Daly (NBC) Saturday, 8/10/11:30pm – Kathie Lee and Hoda host followed by the regular evening hosts at special times.
Pitbull’s New Year’s Revolution (Fox) Saturday, 11pm – When did Pitbull become a celebrity that warrants his own NYE show, no diss necessarily I really just didn’t know he was a thing?
The Bachelor: Countdown to Nick (ABC) Sunday, 8pm – A look at the newest bachelor and his bimbos.
The Mick (Fox) Series Premiere, Sunday, 8pm – A fan of the shouldn’t-be-funny-but-is Always Sunny I’ll check out Kaitlin Olsen’s latest turn at irresponsible caretaker.
Ransom (CBS) Series Premiere, Sunday, 8pm – No early word on this hostage negotiator new drama.
Sherlock (PBS) Season Premiere, Sunday, 9pm – If you haven’t been watching get on board as the fourth season begins.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 12/19-12/25

December 19, 2016 No Comments

Digging into the official ho ho ho week there’s not a ton new going on but I’ve still got some backlog to get through.

First Lady Michelle Obama Says Farewell (CBS) Monday, 8pm – Oprah and Michelle (I’m clearly on first name basis with both) chat one-on-one.
Marie Claire Young Women’s Honors (CW) Monday, 9pm – Gina Rodriguez hosts the first annual honors.
Michael Buble Sings and Swings/Tony Bennet Celebrates 90 (NBC) Tuesday, 8/9pm – Catch some tunes.
Terry Crews Saves Christmas (CW) Series Premiere, Tuesday, 8pm – Design and food experts help a family.
Toy Story that Time Forgot/Shrek the Halls/The Year (ABC) Tuesday, 9pm – Old school holidays and the year that was.
Game Changers with Robin Roberts (ABC) Wednesday, 10pm – Some of the most influential people.
Project Runway Junior (Life) Thursday, 10pm – A new crew of youngsters start to make it work.
Sense8 (Net) Friday, Special – Picking up where the last season left off, I haven’t checked in yet but this series is supposed to be worth a watch picking up after a few.
Travelers (Net) Friday, Series Premiere – A new time traveling drama where consciousness is sent back to the 21st century to save humanity, I haven’t heard about this yet so we’ll see.
A Home for the Holidays (CBS) Friday, 8pm – Performances in the special to raise awareness about adoption and foster care.
Yule Log (KOFY) Saturday, 11pm – Burning log and holiday music can get you into the spirit!

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 12/12-12/18

December 12, 2016 No Comments

More holiday fare to be found and a few other things…

Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer/Greatest Holiday Commercials Countdown (CW) Monday, 8/9pm – A little holiday fare for all.
ANTM (VH1) Season Premiere, Monday 10pm – Yes it’s true this CW show is resurrected in new form, still produced by Tyra we’ve got a new host and panel, can’t wait!
The Top 12 Greatest Christmas Movies of All Time (CW) Wednesday, 8pm – In case you need to stock up on suggestions for the holidays.
A Pentatonix Christmas/SNL Christmas (NBC) Wednesday, 8/9pm – Tunes and jokes.
Star (Fox) Series Premiere, Wednesday, 9pm – From Lee Daniels this may or may not be a good follow to Empire, focusing on girl group, but Latifah and Benjamin Bratt might make it worth a look.
iHeartRadio Jingle Ball (CW) Thursday, 8pm – Elvis Duran hosts.
Prep & Landing/Naughty vs Nice (ABC) Thursday, 8/8:30pm – Something about an elf.
The Man in the High Castle (Am) Season Premiere, Friday – Another season returns.
Hollywood Christmas Parade (CW) Friday, 8pm – Olivia Newton-John serves as grand marshal.
I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown (ABC) Saturday, 8pm – Hanging with Snoopy and Spike.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 12/5-12/11

December 4, 2016 No Comments

I am finally making a dent on my backlog but have dropped Pitch and Timeless in the process, while Queen Sugar and Undercover are sitting backed up their fate to be determined, just too many other things I’d rather be watching and even I have limited TV watching time after all.

Showtime at the Apollo (Fox) Monday, 8pm – Music and comedy stars perform.
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show (CBS) Monday, 10pm – How is this still a thing?
Shut Eye (Hulu) Series Premiere, Wednesday – Fake psychic becoming psychic sounds played but with Burn Notice‘s Jeffrey Donovan it might be worth a look.
Taraji’s White Hot Holidays (Fox) Thursday, 8pm – Celebrate.
Toy Story that Time Forgot/Shrek the Halls (ABC) Thursday, 8pm – Ho ho ho!
Captive (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – This docuseries looks into the captives and captors of false imprisonments.
Fuller House (Net) Season Premiere, Friday – They’re back.
Mozart in the Jungle (Am) Season Premiere, Friday – I’ve heard some good things about this series.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer/Frosty the Snowman/Frosty Returns (CBS) Saturday, 8/9/9:30pm – And a little more good cheer.
Critic’s Choice Award (A&E) Sunday, 8pm – What the season is really about.
Frozen/The Making of Frozen (ABC) Sunday, 10pm – I think this movie was a thing.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 11/28-12/4

November 26, 2016 No Comments

I’m trying to measure out Gilmore Girls so I’ve still got some tv catch up to do.

CMA Country Christmas (ABC) Monday, 8pm – Jennifer Nettles hosts.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (CBS) Tuesday, 8pm – You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen…
Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath (A&E) Series Premiere, Tuesday, 10pm – She’s looking into the whole thing.
Christmas in Rockefeller Center/Dolly Parton’s Christmas of Many Colors (NBC) Wednesday, 8/9pm – The tree will be lit and a look back at a Dolly family tale.
Incorporated (Syfy) Series Premiere, Wednesday, 10pm – Dennis Haysbert is one of the known commodities in this Affleck/Damon look at fictional life in sinister corporate future, pedigree makes it worth a look.
A Charlie Brown Christmas/The Great American Baking Show (ABC) Season Premiere, Thursday, 8/9pm – Holiday pageantry and bakers bundting.
Top Chef (Brav) Season Premiere, Thursday, 10pm – Eight new and eight returning chefs compete.
Pacific Heat (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – An animated cop unit…
Mariah’s World/The Royals (E!) Series/Season Premiere, Sunday 9/10pm – I was tempted not to list Mariah but it is happening, followed by a cheesy show I’ve so far quite enjoyed.

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

new and noteworthy tv: 11/22-11/27

November 22, 2016 No Comments

We’re officially in the holiday season so a good time for me to catch up on the TiVo backlog, with of course some dedicated time to Lorelei, Rory, and Emily.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame Honors (CW) Wednesday, 8pm – A tribute to memorable moments.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Special/SNL Thanksgiving (NBC) Wednesday, 8/9pm – If you can’t get enough of the parade or skits.
Thanksgiving Day Parade/National Dog Show (NBC) – Parades and puppies, ok they’re full grown dogs but who doesn’t like a little alliteration.
Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (ABC) Thursday, 8pm – Some traditions never end.
The Wonderful World of Disney (ABC) Thursday, 8pm – Julianne and Derek Hough host.
Gilmore Girls (Net) Friday – I’m cautiously optimistic that this four part season, set over the span of a year, will have enough of the quirky delight and touching relationships that I remember to make it a nice reunion.
3 Percent (Net) Series Premiere, Friday – Post apocalyptic competition, haven’t heard anything but fictional new world orders always an option.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas/How Murray Saved Christmas / Frosty the Snowman/Frosty Returns / Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town / Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer (NBC/CBS/ABC/CW) Friday, 8/8:35pm – Thanksgiving is over…

The procrastinator lists items that may not be on your regular season pass, though notation does not imply recommendation. Times noted are typically PST.

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