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XFINITY Binge-Watching Guide: Finales and Cancellations Everywhere!

May 13, 2016

What a week to be a TV fan. Big hits are wrapping up their seasons and lesser-watched shows are getting smashed with the cancellation hammer. My household was hit pretty hard as my wife is quite a “Nashville” and “Castle” fan. Maybe now’s the right time to introduce her to “Game of Thrones.”

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

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 1. – “Fear the Walking Dead”:  I had trouble getting into this one, but it’s been building nicely. Finale Date: May 15
 2. – “Survivor”: The most grueling season of “Survivor” (three medical evacuations!) comes to end this Wednesday. Finale Date: May 18
BAnshee Outlander
   3. – “Banshee”:  You don’t hear much about this Cinemax crime drama, but it’s definitely a hidden gem. Finale Date: May 20
 4. – “Outlander”:  I’m cheating, this one isn’t having its finale soon. I just love it, is all. Is that so wrong? Finale Date: Not For a While
Quantico TheFamily
  5. – “Quantico”: Last Sunday left my jaw on the floor. Honestly, “Quantico” does that so much I should just watch it laying face-down on the floor to save time. Finale Date: May 15  6. – “The Family”: Yeah, “The Family” was a victim of Cancel-mageddon on Thursday. But it’s still worth your time. Finale Date: May 15
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 7. – “Last Man on Earth”:  I haven’t seen it, but I hear the finale is amazing. Finale Date: May 15
 8. –  “Chicago Med”: With “Chicago Justice” finally being announced, it looks like the “Chicago” franchise will take over NBC. Personally, I’m looking forward to “Chicago Dental.” Finale Date: May 17
Empire TheLastPanters
 9. – “Empire”: Wow! What a cliffhanger this week. You’ve gotta catch up before this one ends. Finale Date: May 18  10.“The Last Panthers”: Some people around the office swear by this crime drama. It’s a quick catch-up. Finale Date: May 18

TV Tapas: Meghan Trainor Wipes Out, Show Cancel-mageddon, and More

May 13, 2016
Singer Meghan Trainor Wipes Out During Performance ("Tonight Show")

Singer Meghan Trainor Wipes Out During Performance (“Tonight Show”)

Random Thoughts…

  • Wow, yesterday was a bloodbath with 12 different shows getting the axe. And just when I was getting into “Nashville.”
  • Which eliminated show was your fave? Let me know on Twitter: @gordonholmes
  • Fortunately for both of you “Galavant” fans, it looks like the show is going to become a stage production.
  • How about that kiss on “Grey’s Anatomy”? Didn’t see that one coming.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

JimmyKimmel1. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ – It seems like Elmo has some harsh words to say during “This Week in Unnecessary Censorship.”
Scandal2. ‘Scandal’ – Liv’s big secret is finally out.
LateShow3. ‘The Late Show’ – I’m OK if Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe just make buddy films forever.

What to Watch Tonight…

AmazingRace‘The Amazing Race’ (CBS: 8pm ET) – My money is on Tyler and Korey, but this is the show where you only need to come in first once.
HawaiiFive0‘Hawaii Five-0’ (CBS: 9pm ET) – Two hours of sun-filled cop action for the season finale? Sign me up. The weather is still crappy here in Philadelphia.
Fridaythe13th‘Friday the 13th’ Marathon (Spike: All Day) – Spike TV is hosting a “Friday the 13th” marathon today. Chi-chi-chi-chi…ha-ha-ha-ha…

Celebs on Twitter: Former ‘Castle’ Star Nathan Fillion

TV Tapas: Guess the Celebrity Parents, Samberg Sings and More

May 11, 2016
Their Kid Is a Celebrity. Can You Guess Which One Based on Their Clues? ("Jimmy Kimmel Live")

Their Kid Is a Celebrity. Can You Guess Which One Based on Their Clues? (“Jimmy Kimmel Live”)

Random Thoughts…

  • Max Greenfield’s Schmidt is one of my favorite characters on TV. I’ll admit I got a little misty during his wedding last night on “New Girl.”
  • Still loving “The Night Manager.” There’s time to catch up and join me. Join me……
  • “Survivor” is quietly having one of its best seasons ever. And as usual a good season is the result of interesting players, not big twists.
  • “Chrisley Knows Best” finally returned last night. The show grows on you. Be careful.

Breaking News…

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Trending Videos…

LateShow1. ‘The Late Show’ – I’d like to apologize in advance for posting this video of Stephen Colbert trying on a second skin.
TonightShow2. ‘The Tonight Show’ – The pros and cons of being Donald Trump’s running mate.
TheVoice3. ‘The Voice’ – Comedian Andy Samberg performs on “The Voice.” Yes, really.

What to Watch Tonight…

Empire‘Empire’ (FOX: 9pm ET) – The penultimate episode of Season 2 is sure to have some fireworks.
Survivor‘Survivor’ (CBS: 8pm ET) – We’re down to the final five and it looks like Tai and Michele have some plans for Tai’s immunity idol.
ChicagoFire‘Chicago PD’ (NBC: 10pm ET) – Tonight’s episode will give the world a sneak peek at the rumored “Chicago Justice.”

Celebs on Twitter: “Big Bang Theory” Star Kunal Nayyar

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 TV Binge-Watching Guide: Finales Are Coming

May 6, 2016

How is it May already? How are shows already winding down? I’m not prepared. There are like a dozen titles I have to catch up and finales are right around the corner. Fortunately, we have full seasons of a lot of TV’s biggest hits.

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

LittleBigShots NewGirl
 1. – “Little Big Shots”: You’re telling me there aren’t enough talented kids to keep this show on 52 weeks a year?! Finale Date: May 8
 2. – “New Girl”: Schmidt and CeCe’s wedding is right around the corner. Finale Date: May 10
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   3. – “Grandfathered”: Why hasn’t this show been renewed yet? Stamos and the rest of the cast is killing it. Finale Date: May 10
 4. – “The Grinder”: This funny show hasn’t been renewed yet either. Check it out while you still can. Finale Date: May 10
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  5. – “Quantico”: Oh “Quantico”…I love you enough to look past some serious holes in logic. Finale Date: May 15  6. – “The Family”: You just know a rollercoaster shows like this is going to have a crazy-town finale. Can’t wait. Finale Date: May 15
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 7. – “Last Man on Earth”: I feel like this comedy stuttered a bit in it’s second season, but it seems to be picking up steam. Finale Date: May 15
 8. –  “Chicago Med”: The rookie season of this medical drama has definitely proven to be a worthy addition to the “Chicago” franchise. Finale Date: May 17
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 9. – “Empire”: What do I even need to say about “Empire” at this point. It is insane and deserves your attention. Finale Date: May 18  10.“Grimm”: All of season five is just a click away…if you’re brave enough. Finale Date: May 20

TV Tapas: Should Women Who Aren’t Pregnant Get ‘Me-ternity’ Leave?

May 3, 2016

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Should Women Who Don’t Have Children Get ‘Me-ternity’ Leave? (‘The View’)

Random Thoughts…

  • Still reeling from Sunday’s “Game of Thrones.” With all the deaths and other big ol’ moments, it really feels like they’re stepping on the gas pedal. That’s not a complaint.
  • Free Million-Dollar Idea: “Breakdancing with the Stars.” You’re welcome, ABC.
  • Are you watching “The Night Manager” yet? No, I’m not going to stop bugging you about it.
  • “Castle” is making me sick to my stomach if they’re heading where it seems like they’re heading.

 

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Trending Videos…

TonightShow1. ‘The Tonight Show’ – This might be the funniest potato chip bit of all time. Also possibly the only potato chip bit of all time.
TheLateLateShow2. ‘Late Late Show’ – Tituss Burgess and John Stamos sing Disney’s “Kiss the Girls.” Adorable.
dwts 3.‘Dancing with the Stars’ – The only thing I’m qualified to judge is a pro wrestling trivia contest, and even I know that Ginger Zee’s waltz was worth of a perfect score.

What to Watch Tonight…

NCIS1. ‘NCIS’ (CBS: 8pm ET) – First Lady Michelle Obama guest stars as a renegade cop who plays by her own rules. OK, that isn’t totally true, she plays the First Lady of the United States.
BelowDeck2. ‘Below Deck: Mediterranean’ (Bravo: 9pm ET) – All you need to know about this show is that a cast member wanted to be a fireman because it was the closest thing to being a Ghostbuster. This guilty pleasure is hilarious

 

dwts 3‘Person of Interest’ (CBS: 10pm ET) – The fifth and final season of this thriller kicks off tonight.

 

Celebs on Twitter: “Modern Family” Star Jessie Tyler Ferguson

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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: ‘GoT’ Shocker, Dog and Horse Are BFF, Ripa-Gate Continues

May 2, 2016

A Jack Russell Terrier and a Horse Become 'Unlikely Best Friends' (NatGeo Wild)

A Jack Russell Terrier and a Horse Become ‘Unlikely Best Friends’ (NatGeo Wild)

Random Thoughts…

  • “Don’t eat the help” has to be an early favorite for “Game of Thrones” line of the year.
  • Oh…and that other thing that happened during last night’s “Game of Thrones”? C’mon…least surprising surprise ever.
  • I think the Double U-Turn was broken this week on “The Amazing Race.” You shouldn’t be able to use it on teams that have already passed.
  • Keeping WWE Superstar Enzo Amore in my thoughts and prayers after last night’s unfortunate accident during WWE Payback. Hoping everything turns out OK for the “realest guy in the room.”

Breaking News…

Trending Videos…

TonightShow 1. ‘The Tonight Show’Jimmy Fallon and Paul Rudd’s remake of Styx’s “Too Much Time on My Hands” is gold.
sethmeyers 2. ‘Late Night’ Before Larry Wilmore blew up the Internet at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, he paid Seth Meyers a visit.
GameofThrones 3. ‘Game of Thrones’ With shocking deaths and…uh…other things…this is going to be what everyone is talking about today.

What to Watch Tonight…

dwts 1. ‘Dancing with the Stars’ (ABC: 8pm ET) – Two pairs will be sent packing tonight during Double Elimination Night.
thedetour 2. ‘The Detour’ (TBS: 9pm ET) – This rookie comedy has quickly become a fave around the office. Check it out.
NCISLA 3‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ (CBS: 10pm ET) – Season 7 comes to an end tonight when Sam’s enemy takes over a military school.

Celebs on Twitter: “Game of Thrones” Star Sophie Turner

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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: @gordonholmes.

The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.

XFINITY TV Binge-Watching Guide: ‘Game of Thrones’ Is Back!

April 29, 2016

 

Alright, now that XFINITY Watchathon Week is over, I want to hear your big binge brags. If you have anything that’s worth mentioning, drop me a line on Twitter and be sure to tag your tweets #bingewatching and #XFINITYbinge.

GameofThrones Limitless
 1. – “Game of Thrones”: Our long national nightmare is finally over. The best show on TV is finally back!
 2. – “Limitless”: I really hope this show gets a second season, because it is awesome. Totally worth your time.
ChrisleyKnowsBest Lucifer
   3. – “Chrisley Knows Best”: Chrisley is coming back in a few weeks. Catch up while folding laundry (although, that’d be a lot of laundry…).
 4. – “Lucifer”Catch all of season one from beginning to shocking finish this weekend.
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  5. – “Outlander”: This show was huge during Watchathon Week, and for good reason. This time-traveling epic romance is a winner.  6. – “Love & Hip Hop”: This guilty pleasure is a perfect way to spend a lazy day on the couch.
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 7. – “Little Big Shots”: When I was a kid, the coolest thing I could do was that trick where you pretend to pull your thumb off. These young-uns have me beat.
 8. –  “60 Days In”: This look at regular people who go undercover in real prisons is easily my pick for the best new reality show of the year. Fascinating.
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 9. – “Empire”: We’re picking up momentum as we head toward the finale with pregnancies, kinda-weddings, and more.  10.“Silicon Valley”I was on the fence when this HBO comedy started, but now I’m fully on board. Hilarious.

TV Tapas: Corden’s Pizza Delivery Has a Risque Surprise

April 29, 2016

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What’s In the Mystery Pizza Box? (“The Late Late Show”)

Random Thoughts…

  • Some cold coldness on “Grey’s Anatomy” last night with that harsh letter, but I can’t talk. I once broke up with a girlfriend using a text.
  • The last thing I expected on “American Grit” was a romance.
  • I swear this is the weekend I’ll get caught up on “The Amazing Race.”
  • You should be watching “60 Days In.” Best new reality show this year.
  • Are you Team Ripa or Team Strahan? Let me know on Twitter.

Breaking News…

Trending Videos…

TonightShow 1. ‘The Tonight Show’WARNING: watching this clip of Jimmy Fallon and Adam Levine may result in having Styx’s “Too Much Tim on My Hands” stuck in your head.
Blacklist 2. ‘Blacklist’ This show has really reached a new level since…that….thing…that happened.
JimmyKimmel 3. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ “This Week in Unnecessary Censorship” is always worth your time.

What to Watch Tonight…

RealTimewithBillMaher 1. ‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ (HBO: 10pm ET) – I don’t know if there is a celebrity I like less than Bill Maher. That’s why it drives me insane when I find myself agreeing with him.
HellsKitchen 2. ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ (FOX: 9pm ET) – After all the screaming, crying, and more screaming, we’re finally ready to crown a winner.
AlaskanBushPeople 3‘Alaskan Bush People: Off the Grid’ (Discovery: 8pm ET) – C’mon…do you really need a reason to watch this show other than “it’s about Alaskan bush people”?

Celebs on Twitter: “Ash vs. Evil Dead” Star Bruce Campbell

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That’s all the TV Tapas for today. Be sure to check back Monday for a second helping. If you have any questions, please drop me a line on Twitter: @gordonholmes.

The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.

TV Tapas: Catch Up on ‘Game of Thrones’ in One Minute

April 28, 2016

Catch Up on 'Game of Thrones' in One Minute ("The Tonight Show")

Catch Up on ‘Game of Thrones’ in One Minute (“The Tonight Show”)

Random Thoughts…

  • Anyone else catch Mark the Chicken getting a credit in last night’s “Survivor” credits? Hilarious.
  • Million-Dollar Idea: An “Empire”-themed Cookie-giving-shade quote-of-the-day calendar. You’re welcome, FOX.
  • My wife now watches my “Blackish” while I’ve picked up her “Nashville.” What relationship TV compromises have you made. Tell me on Twitter.
  • I’m a sucker for bloopers, so last night’s inside look at “The Goldbergs” was a treat.

Breaking News…

Trending Videos…

SurvivorKaohRong 1. ‘Survivor’People always ask me what happens to players after they’re voted out of the game. These Ponderosa videos are a fun look at the life of a juror.
Empire 2. ‘Empire’ I feel like we’re flying through this season. Gotta savor these episodes while they’re still new.
3. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’  John Mellencamp’s granddaughter is adorable and totally stole the show, but boy does it make me feel old to see Mellencamp as a grandfather.

What to Watch Tonight…

GreyAnatomy 1. ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ (ABC: 8pm ET) – “Grey’s” has quietly returned to it’s place as the best show in ABC’s “TGIT” line-up.
Blacklist 2. ‘Blacklist’ (NBC: 9pm ET) – This show has been firing on all cylinders since the…uh…you know…the thing that happened.
BigBangTheory 3‘The Big Bang Theory’ (CBS: 8pm ET) – Sheldon hangs out with Bernadette and probably says something wildly inappropriate.

Celebs on Twitter: “Ballers” Star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson

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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: @gordonholmes.

The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.

TV Tapas: Corden’s ‘LemonJames,’ An Angry Baby, and ‘S.H.I.E.L.D.’ Delivers

April 27, 2016

James Corden Knocked His Beyonce Parody Out of the Park (“The Late Late Show”)

This Angry Baby Grew Up to Be a Star. Do You Recognize Her? (“The Late Late Show”)

Random Thoughts…

So…what aren’t they telling us about how quickly Michael Strahan is leaving “Live with Kelly & Michael”? Something’s up. … I’m not a fan of James Corden interviewing three people at once on “The Late Late Show.” Poor Ice Cube sitting there while Maisie Williams discusses music festivals. … The worst thing about having “Game of Thrones” back is the six days you have to wait for a new episode. … Alright CBS, if you promise to renew “Limitless,” I’ll give “Big Brother” a fourth chance.

Breaking News…

Trending Videos…

1. ‘The Night Manager’Only two episodes in and this one has got me hooked. Like I said; it’s basically Bond meets Bourne.
2. ‘Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’We waited three seasons for it…and last night we finally got it. I’ll admit, it got a little dusty in my living room.
3. ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ A million high-fives to Jimmy Kimmel for bringing back this classic “Newlywed Game” bit.

What to Watch Tonight…

1. ‘Survivor: Kaoh Rong’ (CBS: 8pm ET) – Tai turned the whole season on its ear last week with his refusal to create the super idol. Who knows what he’ll do this week.
2. ‘Empire’ (FOX: 9pm ET) – After last week’s Boo-Boo Kitty revelation, I have no idea which way this show is going. But, I can’t wait until we get there.
3. ‘The Americans’ (FX: 10pm ET) – Martha’s fate is finally going to be determined. Dun…dun…dun…

Celebs on Twitter: “The Price Is Right” Host Drew Carey

 

 

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: @gordonholmes.

The opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Comcast.