Archive for June, 2016

TV Tapas: News Anchor’s Story Is Too Good to Be True

June 20, 2016
News Anchor's Story Is Too Good to Be Tr)ue ("The Tonight Show"

News Anchor’s Story Is Too Good to Be Tr)ue (“The Tonight Show”

Random Thoughts…

  • Here was how I watched TV on Sunday night. I tuned into WWE’s “Money in the Bank” Pay Per View from 8p-9p. Then I switched over and watched “Game of Thrones” until 10p. From there I switched over to ABC to catch the end of the NBA Championship. After that I watched the rest of the WWE Pay Per View. Finally, I watched “Silicon Valley” and “Veep.” It was a big night.
  • Speaking of “Game of Thrones,” (Spoiler Alert): How weird was it to see a villain get actual comeuppance from a person they wronged?
  • Sorry “ELeague,” I’m not ready to watch video games on TV yet.
  • The wife and I caught “Finding Dory” this weekend. I swear Pixar just exists to make me cry.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

GameofThrones1. ‘Game of Thrones’ – “The Battle of the Bastards” lived up to expectations.
LateShow2. ‘The Late Show’ – Stephen Colbert’s newest writer is adorable.

TonightShow3. ‘The Tonight Show’
 – Every possible dad stereotype has been crammed into this “Father’s Day Rap.”

What to Watch Tonight…

TheBachelorette‘The Bachelorette’ (ABC: 8pm ET) – Remember when this show was about finding love?
SpartanTeamChallenge‘Spartan: Ultimate Team Challenge’ (NBC: 10pm ET) – Can a team of farmers complete this grueling challenge?
oddmomout‘Odd Mom Out’ (Bravo: 10pm) – This hilarious comedy is back for its second season.

Celebs on Twitter: ‘American Ninja Warrior Fave Kacy Catanzaro

XFINITY Binge-Watching Guide: Here Are Our Picks, What Are Yours?

June 17, 2016

You know the deal; every week I give you my picks for shows that you should binge-watch and you promptly run off to watch them. Well…that’s what I assume you do.

But why do I have all of the power in this relationship? Seems arrogant. So, this week I want you to leave me your picks for shows that are binge-worthy in our new comment section.

MrRobot GameofThrones
 1. – “Mr. Robot”:  My wife and I are trying to plow through season one of this before it returns on July 13th.
 2. – “Game of Thrones”How is this season already so close to its finale? HBO should be forced to commit to 52-week seasons.
BarelyFamous SiliconValley
   3. – “Barely Famous”:  Season 2 of this under-the-radar comedy gem premieres June 29th.
 4. – “Silicon Valley”: The third season of this HBO comedy hasn’t been my favorite, but it’s still worth a watch before next Sunday’s finale.
TheDetour Veep
  5. – “The Detour”: One of our favorite new shows this year. And “The Restaurant” episode is an instant classic.  6. – “Veep”: Are we ready to have the conversation about Julia Louis-Dreyfus being one of the funniest television actors of all time yet? I’d put “Seinfeld” and “Veep” against anyone’s resume.

TV Tapas: Bachelorette Confronts Suitor About Cheating

June 17, 2016
'The Bachelorette' Confronts a Suitor About Cheating ('Entertainment Tonight')

‘The Bachelorette’ Confronts a Suitor About Cheating (‘Entertainment Tonight’)

Random Thoughts…

  • Still scratching my head over last night’s “Orphan Black” finale.
  • I’m a little excited for the return of all of these classic game shows like “The Match Game” and “To Tell the Truth.” But, I wish they’d bring back “The Joker’s Wild.”
  • The Battle of Winterfell is this Sunday on “Game of Thrones”! Leave your predictions in the comment section below.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

TonightShow1. ‘The Tonight Show’ – Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson tries candy for the first time.
LateShow2. ‘The Late Show’ – Did Led Zeppelin steal their famous riff from “Stairway to Heaven”?
JimmyKimmel3. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live – I always love me some “This Week in Unnecessary Censorship.”

What to Watch Tonight…

TAnked‘Tanked’ (Animal Planet: 10pm ET) – The guys make two large aquariums for the Bellagio Casino in Las Vegas.
AlaskanBushPeople‘Alaskan Bush People’ (Discovery: 9pm ET) – Has someone been shooting at the wolfpack?
OJMadeinAmerica‘O.J.: Made in America’ (ESPN: 9pm) – The fourth part of this must-see miniseries focuses on the “trial of the century.”

Celebs on Twitter: ‘Modern Family’ Star Rico Rodriguez

That’s all the TV Tapas for today. Be sure to check back tomorrow for a second helping. If you have any questions, please drop me a line on Twitter:[twitter_follow username=”gordonholmes” count=”false” language=”en” size=”large”]

TV Tapas: Jay Leno Takes over Jimmy Fallon’s Monologue

June 16, 2016
Jay Leno Takes over Jimmy Fallon's Monologue ("The Tonight Show")

Jay Leno Takes over Jimmy Fallon’s Monologue (“The Tonight Show”)

Random Thoughts…

  • Started “O.J.: Made in America” last night and it totally lives up to the hype. Very well done.
  • I’m not sure how I feel about Seth Meyers’ Donald Trump ban, but at least he admits that Trump probably wasn’t interested in appearing on his show in the first place.
  • I’m worried sick about this Sunday’s “Game of Thrones.” C’mon Jon!
  • My wife and I have chosen “Mr. Robot” for our first summer binge. What are you binge watching? Let me know in the comments section below.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

TonightShow1. ‘The Tonight Show’ – I’ve never felt pity like I have for this poor person in a panda costume.
TheLateLateShow2. ‘The Late Late Show’ – Kevin Hart and James Corden square off in an epic rap battle.
LateShow3. ‘The Late Show – “Quantum Leap” was my jam. Very excited to see it get some love during last night’s “Late Show.”

What to Watch Tonight…

Aquarius‘Aquarius’ (NBC: 9pm ET) – Last summer’s creepy thriller is back with a two-hour movie.
HomeFree‘Home Free’ (FOX: 9pm ET) – Football star Tim Tebow joins the cast of this show where couples try to win their dream home.
OrphanBlack‘Orphan Black’ (BBC: 10pm) – Will Sarah be able to take down the Neolutionists for good in the season finale?

Celebs on Twitter: ‘Uncle Buck’ Star Mike Epps

TV Tapas: Meagan Martin Makes History on ‘American Ninja Warrior’

June 15, 2016
Meagan Martin Makes History on 'American Ninja Warrior' (Esquire)

Meagan Martin Makes History on ‘American Ninja Warrior’ (Esquire)

Random Thoughts…

  • ‘Animal Kingdom’ aired its first two episodes last night and I’m totally in. Check it out.
  • ‘O.J.: Made in America’ has been great so far. Who knew 2016 would be the Year of O.J.?
  • Anyone check out ‘Uncle Buck’? I haven’t, but I’ve heard good things.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

TonightShow1. ‘The Tonight Show’ – Lena Dunham and Jimmy Fallon play ‘Box of Lies.’
LateShow2. ‘The Late Show’ – Daniel Radcliffe’s description of his new film is hilarious.
Wrecked3. ‘Wrecked – As someone who has spent their life writing about people stranded on islands, you knew I was going to love this new TBS comedy.

What to Watch Tonight…

BrothervsBrother‘Brother vs. Brother’ (HGTV: 9pm ET) – The winner of this episode gets a tour of Wayne Newton’s estate?! I need to start flipping houses.
AnotherPeriod‘Another Period’ (Comedy Central: 10pm ET) – This randy comedy isn’t for everyone, but it is funny.
‘Jay Leno’s GarageJayLenosGarage‘ (CNBC: 10pm) – It’s really cool that Leno gets to do a show that feeds his passion for cars.

Celebs on Twitter: ‘America’s Got Talent’ Judge Howie Mandel

That’s all the TV Tapas for today. Be sure to check back tomorrow for a second helping. If you have any questions, please drop me a line on Twitter:[twitter_follow username=”gordonholmes” count=”false” language=”en” size=”large”]

TV Tapas: Children’s Book Has an Inappropriate Title?

June 14, 2016
Children's Book Has an Inappropriate Title? ("Tonight Show")

Children’s Book Has an Inappropriate Title? (“Tonight Show”)

Random Thoughts…

  • I gave “Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge” a shot last night and thought it had potential. I just wish they wouldn’t cut into the actual event with their personality packages. It takes you out of the moment.
  • Note to James Corden: Doesn’t Sting need a ride to work?
  • Does anyone know the end to the joke Tyrion started Sunday on “Game of Thrones”? If so, forward to me on Twitter: @gordonholmes

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

TonightShow1. ‘The Tonight Show’ – Jimmy and Liam Hemsworth play a game of ‘Slip and Flip.’
TheLateLateShow2. ‘The Late Late Show’ – The Red Hot Chili Peppers join James for some Carpool Karaoke…and some clothes come off.
BrainDead3. ‘BrainDead – This mix of politics and alien invasion is weird. But, I’m kinda into it.

What to Watch Tonight…

MayaandMarty‘Maya & Marty’ (NBC: 10pm ET) – I don’t have many rules in life, but one of them is to check out any variety show that features both Ben Stiller and WWE Superstar John Cena.
ChrisleyKnowsBest‘Chrisley Knows Best’ (USA: 10pm ET) – Who knows what hi-jinx Todd will be up to in the season four finale.
AnimalKingdom‘Animal Kingdom’ (TNT: 9pm) – I’ve already seen the first episode of this gritty new crime drama, and I really liked it.

Celebs on Twitter: ‘Preacher’ Star Dominic Cooper

That’s all the TV Tapas for today. Be sure to check back tomorrow for a second helping. If you have any questions, please drop me a line on Twitter:[twitter_follow username=”gordonholmes” count=”false” language=”en” size=”large”]

XFINITY Binge-Watching Guide: Season Premieres and Finales Are Coming

June 10, 2016

Seasons are ending, seasons are premiering…the circle of life continues. Fortunately, we’ve got full seasons of top shows ready for your preparation needs.

What are you watching? Drop me a line on Twitter and be sure to tag your tweets #bingewatching and #XFINITYbinge.

ChrisleyKnowsBest OddMomOut
 1. – “Chrisley Knows Best”:  Our favorite guilty pleasure has it’s season finale this Tuesday.
 2. – “Odd Mom Out”: Enjoy every episode of this laugh-out-loud comedy before it comes back on June 20th.
OrphanBlack HouseofLies
   3. – “Orphan Black”:  This mind-bending series ends its fourth season this Thursday. And, we’ve got every episode online.
 4. – “House of Lies”:  The final episode of Don Cheadle Showtime comedy airs this Sunday. Think you can get through five seasons before then?
PennyDreadful GameofThrones
  5. – “Penny Dreadful”: Catch up on this creepy series before the June 19th finale.  6. – “Game of Thrones”: Everybody is going to be talking about the “Battle of Winterfell.” You don’t want to be a social outcast, do you?

TV Tapas: President Obama Takes a ‘Slow Jam’ Shot at Donald Trump

June 10, 2016
President Obama Takes a 'Slow Jam' Shot at Donald Trump ('Tonight Show')

President Obama Takes a ‘Slow Jam’ Shot at Donald Trump (‘Tonight Show’)

Random Thoughts…

  • I’m more excited for the Battle of Winterfell than I am for Christmas, Halloween, and my birthday combined. Get on with it, “Game of Thrones”!
  • I really like what I’ve seen of the new TBS comedy “Wrecked” so far.
  • Is Rob Lowe the best choice for a Comedy Central Roast? The dude is gorgeous and talented.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

JimmyKimmel1. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ – The classic Ghostbusters met up with the new Ghostbusters and it was awesome.
TheLateLateShow2. ‘The Late Late Show’ – OK, maybe this new suspended dining fad isn’t the smartest thing.
Alone3. ‘Alone – Things are looking rough three weeks into this savage endurance challenge.

What to Watch Tonight…


RealTimewithBillMaher‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ (HBO: 10pm ET)
– I’m sure Bill will have plenty to talk about now that the nominations are wrapped up.

Outcast‘Outcast’
(Cinemax: 10pm ET) – I really liked last week’s creepy premiere. Can’t wait for more.
TAnked‘Tanked’ (Animal Planet: 10pm) – The guys put together a specialty tank for the Imaginarium Science Center.

Celebs on Twitter: ‘America’s Got Talent’ Judge Simon Cowell

That’s all the TV Tapas for today. Be sure to check back tomorrow for a second helping. If you have any questions, please drop me a line on Twitter:[twitter_follow username=”gordonholmes” count=”false” language=”en” size=”large”]

TV Tapas: 6-Year Old Comedian Wows Judges, Flirts with the Ladies

June 1, 2016
6-Year Old Comedian Wows Judges, Flirts with the Ladies ("America's Got Talent")

6-Year Old Comedian Wows Judges, Flirts with the Ladies (“America’s Got Talent”)

Random Thoughts…

  • I love me some “America’s Got Talent.” Sometimes you’re just in the mood for light, summer fun.
  • Is “Veep” the best show nobody talks about?
  • I don’t think “Maya and Marty” was everyone’s cup of tea, but I was digging it.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

AGT1. ‘America’s Got Talent’ – It’s so nice to have Simon Cowell back in our lives.
AnimalKingdom2. ‘Animal Kingdom’ – Take an early look at TNT’s gritty new crime drama.
JimmyKimmel3. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ – Megan Fox bought a new house for a very odd reason.

What to Watch Tonight…

AmericanNinjaWarrior‘American Ninja Warrior’ (NBC: 8pm ET) – The season starts off with a qualifying round in Los Angeles.
BrothervsBrother‘Brother vs. Brother’ (HGTV: 9pm ET) – Vanilla Ice is a special guest judge. No word on if he rocks the mic like a vandal.
Masterchef‘Masterchef’ (FOX: 8pm) – Forty chefs vie for the chance to publish a cookbook. At least 39 will be yelled at.

Celebs on Twitter: WWE Superstar John Cena

That’s all the TV Tapas for today. Be sure to check back tomorrow for a second helping. If you have any questions, please drop me a line on Twitter:[twitter_follow username=”gordonholmes” count=”false” language=”en” size=”large”]