Hey, I’m not sure if you heard or not but LOST is coming back tonight. For some reason ABC isn’t promoting it that much, and it’s pretty much stayed off the radar of bloggers like myself. Weird, it used to be a pretty big show.

Of course I kid, and I’m really excited that you all get to see the premiere tonight. It’s fantastic…as is next week’s episode, which is perhaps even better than tonight’s. If you haven’t read my vaguely non-spoilerish thoughts on tonight’s premiere then by all means, read on…LOST is Found Again in the Season 4 Premiere.

But there’s a lot of time between now and when LOST airs tonight, so why don’t you waste some of your workday, school day, or whatever it is you’re doing catching up on what my blogger friends are talking about today.

Second night in a row that I missed AMERICAN IDOL, and second night that I didn’t really care. Sad that I’m boring myself with my indifference. For those of you still interested, I’m once again sending you over to my friend Aaron who has once again managed to find the snark in the painfully boring auditions. (TV with MeeVee)

Amrie over at TheTVAddict.com is excited about tonight’s season premiere of LOST. Check out her top ten mind-blowing LOST moments. (The TV Addict)

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are reunited and it feels so good. Sadly, it’s not behind the Weekend Update desk but rather an Odd Couple-esque comedy called ‘Baby Mama’. I think that maybe these two talented women are a bit wasted in this one…and I don’t mean wasted as in drunk (now that would be fun to watch). (Glitterati Gossip)

For some reason my PROJECT RUNWAY recaps seem to run away from me. I watch the show, take notes, and then by the time I can get a recap up and written it seems like it’s no longer relevant…not that they ever are. So if you are looking for a witty recap of the last PR, check out Jennifer Eolin’s recap (they’re better than mine anyway). (Jennifer Eolin)

While some of us are just getting by with our blogs, Dan from DuckyDoesTV.com has hit the big time. In addition to writing for his own site, Dan is now a contributor to AfterElton.com. Check out his latest recap of THE JANICE DICKSON MODELING AGENCY. (After Elton)

CASHMERE MAFIA and LIPSTICK JUNGLE are strangely similar, and by that I mean they both want to be SEX AND THE CITY. Looks like the people behind the scenes of both shows are still trying to live of the tat of SATC too. (Buzz Sugar)

If you are a frequenter of United Hollywood, you probably saw that our ‘Adopt a Writer’ project is getting some buzz. We have a long list of writers volunteering to participate and those in charge are working really hard to get bloggers and writers paired up as quick as they can. You’ll be hearing more from me on this one soon. For now, check out Adopt a Writer.

There have been many rumors over the past week about the possible end of the WGA strike. I’m choosing not to put much faith in rumors. When the strike is over, it’s over and not a minute beforehand. But if a fair deal were to be worked out soon, some shows could manage to pull together a few new episodes before the end of the season. Sadly, the best new show of this past year, PUSHING DAISIES, is not on that list.Creator Bryan Fuller recently told both E! and TVGuide.com that the nine episodes that have already aired in the brilliant first part of S1, will most likely be all we’ll get…until next season.

“Essentially, even if the strike is resolved in the next week or two, we wouldn’t be back until next season.”, says Fuller. “There was a preliminary conversation that involved a plan to hit the ground running and try to get episodes on the air as soon as possible, but it no longer seems like that’s going to happen. It seems most likely that we will have a very short first season and then come back in the fall for a proper season two.”Fuller goes on to explain some of the reasons behind this decision, “…one is that it will be hard to launch a big promotional campaign for four or five episodes; it’s just not cost-effective. Two is that if we did come back we would land right in the path of the American Idol juggernaut, and would likely be decimated. Three is if we came back in the fall with a full slate of episodes, then ABC could relaunch the show in a big way. The tentative plan now is to start the writers immediately [after the strike is resolved] so we can get some scripts stockpiled, and then hit production in June. But that’s all tentative. We’ve talked about so many options since the strike began and they fluctuate on a weekly basis. But right now a short first season seems the most likely.”

As sad as I am  to hear this news, I’m jazzed to hear that ABC would invest in a relaunch of the show and offer an opportunity for more viewers to check out this brilliant series.  I’m also hoping we’ll get word that ABC will release the first nine episode on DVD (perhaps with some nice bonus features).  A girl can dream.

If you are already a PUSHING DAISIES fan, then I encourage you to check out ThePieMaker.com, the ultimate PUSHING DAISIES fansite.  I have it on good authority that ThePieMaker.com will still be reporting on all they latest Daisies news…strike or no strike.

I’m a selfish, selfish blogger, and as a result I couldn’t bring myself to recap last night’s AMERICAN IDOL. Sorry, but I’m so over the audition shows that I couldn’t fathom watching and then trying to find something witty so say about them. I’m so ready for the good singers. We saw a few last night but I’m ready to hear real talent…all the time. Bring on Hollywood Week…please!!

Despite being a bit bored by it all, there was one moment last night that stood out as perhaps the funniest of the young season (at least to me). Did you guys see when that one chick got through to Hollywood despite impressing Simon…she’s doing a talking head with the camera and says: “I’m going to prove Simon wrong and show him that I’m America’s Next Top Model!“. Ha ha ha ha…LOVED it!! I think I watched that scene at least 10 times. It’s the little things.

Although I’m being selfish (and lazy) I know that many of you still want to talk about all things IDOL. To that end, today we have a guest blogger to fill us in on things IDOL. Read on as my friend Aaron (of TV with MeeVee) breaks down last night’s Omaha auditions with the witty banter that I just couldn’t muster. Funny stuff!!

 

 

“American Idol” heads to Nebraska tonight, for corn-fed cuties and a midwestern flair to auditions and hopefuls. Paula’s plane is delayed, but they go ahead and get started anyway, with Nebraska’s biggest “American Idol” fan, Chris Bernheisel, of Fremont, Nebraska. (That’s not him in the picture on the right. That’s just some photo I ripped from the Fox site. Yeah, shameless, I know.)

Chris brings the judges some and shows them some pictures of himself with Kelly Clarkson. He tells Simon and Randy “This is the biggest moment of my life,” and that he’s “been waiting for this moment for so long,” before almost bursting into tears with gratitude. Then he attempts to sing “Since You Been Gone.”

Of course he’s trying that one. Can he do it? Of course not. The only time I’ve heard that song butchered more was when I sang it at my girlfriend’s office Christmas party, and that got karaoke banned from all future office activities. Not just at her work- also at the bar that hosted the party.

Chris’ voice may be like a horrible disease, but his enthusiasm is what’s infectious: Simon says he’ll get the kid a gig reporting for the local Fox affiliate from the red carpet at the “Idol” finale. He’s the Nebraskan Ryan Seacrest. Not sure if that’s a good thing or not, but let’s move on. After the jump: More missed notes! Will someone carry a tune?

I’m going to go ahead and reveal right now, even before the jump, that the best line of the entire evening is “I’m going to prove Simon wrong and
show him that I’m America’s Next Top Model! I mean… uh…”

Continue reading “”American Idol” Visits Omaha, Nebraska” »

I know I’ve been a little crazed about LOST over the past few days, but I’m so excited to hear your reaction to the new season. Is there anything else that you all are watching right now that I should be paying attention to?

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
Dude, I am so over AMERICAN IDOL auditions. I’m ready to hear some decent singers. Not sure where they are tonight, I think they’re going to Miami. I’m hoping that we get some scantily clad women for Simon to gawk at.

Lost | 8pm on ABC
“Through the Looking Glass”
In this enhanced version of the S3 finales, the castaways draw first blood in their battle with the Others while Charlie is being held in the Looking Glass hatch. Meanwhile, Ben strides off to confront Jack and Co. as they make their way to the radio tower.

Law & Order | 10pm on NBC
“Political Animal”
The triple homicide of three roommates ostensibly appears to be a murder-suicide, the grim result of a lovers’ quarrel. But after closer inspection, the case begins to swirl around a politically connected con man.

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Forget about Britney, Lindsay and the rest. I’m sick of hearing their spoiled celebrity behavior day in and day out. You want real drama? How about the mystery surrounding the possible reunion of New Kids on the Block? Will they? Won’t they? It’s almost too much to take.Since People Magazine first published a story about the possible reunion of NKOTB last week, the world (or those of us who were teens during the New Kids reign) have been all a buzz about the boys finally, finally getting back together. Just when we got our hopes us, Danny Wood squashes them with a message calling all the take just rumor. But he quickly goes on to say that if a reunion were to happen, the news would come from the official New Kids website, www.nkotb.com.

Just two days ago, the official website has nothing more than a placeholder graphic, but today, well today there’s a short retrospective video featuring a sample of a brand new NKOTB song that the five original members (yes, even Jonathan) recorded this past November in Orlando.

So if the New Kids aren’t getting back together, then who is funding a brand new website and why are they all getting together to record new material.

Not a TV story, but I’m going to be keeping a close watch on this story as it unfolds. So stay tuned to GiveMeMyRemote.com for all the latest on New Kids on the Block - Reunion Watch ‘08.

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For those of you who have been anxiously awaiting the season four premiere of LOST, let me tell you this…you will NOT be disappointed. I just finished watching the first two episodes of the new season and to say they rocked feels like a bit of an understatement - like it’s just not doing the episodes justice. Last May’s brilliant season three finale reinvented LOST and I’m happy to say that the season four premiere picks up where it left off, telling the stories of the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815 and the “friends” they’ve met along the way, through flashbacks and flash forwards, each revealing one more piece to the giant puzzle that is LOST.

There wasn’t one wasted moment in the first two hours of the new season. The momentum that marked the end of last season (”We Have to go Back!”) hasn’t faltered and the audience is put in another tailspin of action and adventure, the likes of which we haven’t seen in quite some time. The frenetic and enigmatic storytelling that redefined television during the show’s first season is back, and new and old fans alike will be swept away by the tales being told.

Any LOST fan can tell you that you really can’t trust anything you see, and such is the case with the events that transpire in these first two episodes. The writers are careful not to tell us anything too specific as they count on us, the viewers at home, to formulate our own theories to be debated on blogs, message boards, podcasts and the like. This storytelling device ensures that LOST is more than just another hour long show on TV - it’s a living and breathing entity getting its sustenance from the very audience it feeds. It’s this back and forth game that has captivated audience over the past three seasons.

Those of you hoping that these first few episodes will serve to answer your every question about life on and off the island will be disappointed. While there are more than a few important revelations, the first two episodes leave us with more questions than answers. But these new questions add yet another intriguing layer to the story. And with so many questions still left unanswered, what’s a few more to add to your list? With the series finale date marked on the calendar of the show’s creators Damon Lindelof & Carlton Cuse, it’s almost better to stop worrying about the destination and enjoy the journey while we still can.

Out of fear that someone from ABC will drag me away and lock me in a Dharma constructed hatch for the rest of my natural life, I’m not going to be giving away any big spoilers. Actually, according to the “rules” I can’t say much of anything about anything. But I can vaguely tease….

If you would rather not know ANYTHING about the season four premiere of LOST then you might want to stop reading right about….NOW!

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Spoilers…I wish I could quit you. I’ve tried and I just can’t. So if you’re like me and enjoy the sneak peek, then check out these clips from tonight’s all new episode of HOUSE, airing at 9/8c on Fox.

“It’s a Wonderful Lie”
House suspects that a mysteriously paralyzed woman (Janel Moloney) is withholding vital information—but maybe she can’t help it. Meanwhile, House puts his personal stamp on the hospital’s Secret Santa gift exchange.

Well what do to you know…we’ve got a decent night of television tonight. No, I’m not expecting great things from AMERICAN IDOL but it always gives us something to talk about (by the way, if you want me to LIVE blog American Idol tonight, you’re going to have to convince me in the comments).

More importantly, HOUSE is back. It’s one of my very favorite shows and I couldn’t be more excited about its return tonight.

What will YOU be watching tonight?

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
The search for the next American Idol continues, but first a number of people who weren’t hugged enough by their parents will attempt to work out their issues on national TV. Paula, Randy and Simon will indirectly mock their pain and suffering. We’ll also see a few people that aren’t tone deaf. Good time.

House | 9pm on Fox | New Episode
“It’s a Wonderful Lie”
HOUSE is back tonight with an all new episode. It’s a Christmas episode that should have aired last month, but oh well, at least it’s new. Tonight, House suspects that a mysteriously paralyzed woman (Janel Moloney) is withholding vital information—but maybe she can’t help it. Meanwhile, House puts his personal stamp on the hospital’s Secret Santa gift exchange. Did you see the guest star? Donna Moss from THE WEST WING. Can you tell I’m a little excited for HOUSE tonight? Check back later for some scenes from tonight’s episode.

One Tree Hill | 9pm on The CW
“I Forgot to Remember to Forget”
In this flashback-heavy episode, Lucas reminisces about his first year of college, during which he coached Nathan’s basketball team alongside Whitey and struggled to maintain a long-distance relationship with Peyton.

Carpoolers | 9:30pm on ABC
“The Handsomest Man”
Laird feels his stud status is questioned when another man is dubbed the handsomest man in his office, so he starts taking clarinet lessons to make himself more interesting to women. Meanwhile, Marmaduke falls for a woman.

Be my Friend? It might win you a TiVo….

So this is where I ask you to add ‘GMMR’ as one of your MeeVee friends. But now there is added incentive. MeeVee is having a weekly TiVo HD DVR open to all new registrants of that week. Just head over to MeeVee and register and you might win this week’s TiVo giveaway.

Once you register, go to the ‘People‘ section and add me as your new friend (username: GMMR).

GMMR’s daily “What to Watch” is powered by MeeVee’s interactive TV listings.

HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER star Josh Radnor stars along with some WGA & SAG buds in this latest WGA strike support video written by THE FAMILY GUY’s Seth MacFarlane. For what it’s worth, I am 100% OVER the strike beard. I want the writers to get a fair deal, I want my TV shows back but I want to once again see the faces of my favorite TV boys.

Looks like my excitement over the New Kids on the Block reunion was a bit premature. Despite People Magazine revealing that sources close to the former group had confirmed a reunion was indeed in the works, it seems that they were wrong. Well as least according to former NKOTBer Danny Wood who just posted the following on his MySpace page:

“Hello to everyone. Hope all is well and everyone is enjoying the New Year. I wanted to address the rumors of the NKOTB Reunion Tour. There has been no talk of this and you are getting it from source directly. Never say never, and you can’t believe everything you read.

Danny has the most to gain from this and little reason to lie, but come on, there has to be something to this story? Am I supposed to believe that people go around randomly making up rumors about New Kids on the Block? I’m still holding out hope, but sadly I don’t think I’ll be swaying to “Please Don’t Go Girl” anytime in the near future (well except for when I listen to my iPod).