Monday, October 31, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 31st



Happy Halloween from the Media Room this evening! The networks have thrown everything they can at us tonight! The PVR is going to be busy.

How I Met Your Mother - 8:00 - CBS - Season 7 Episode 8
Episode Title: The Slutty Pumpkin Returns
Ted finally meets the mystery girl from the slutty pumpkin costume. Meanwhile, Barney is stunned to discover he's part Canadian, and Lily's pregnancy affects her thinking.

Someone from Dawson's Creek makes an appearance as the pumpkin!


The Sing-Off - 8:00 Two Hours - NBC - Season 3 Episode 7
Episode Title: Top 7 Groups: Superstar Medleys
In this Halloween-themed episode, the stage is transformed into a cemetery and the seven remaining groups perform an opening medley of “This is Halloween,” “Werewolves of London” and “Ghostbusters.” The groups later battle it out by performing hits from some of music’s biggest stars. The group that remains standing at the end of the season receives the prize of $200,000 cash and a Sony Music recording contract.


Terra Nova - 8:00 - FOX/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Bylaw
Terra Nova has its first murder, and Jim and Taylor must determine who is guilty of the crime. Meanwhile, Skye continues to help Josh figure out how to get Kira to Terra Nova from 2149 as Elisabeth and Zoe work together to save an unborn Ankylosaurus.

Can't say I missed this that much while it was off for the World Series.


Dancing With The Stars - 8:30 1.5 Hours - ABC/CTV - Season 13 Episode 14
Episode Title: Episode 1307
The competition continues as the remaining celebrity contestants and their partners perform for a seventh week. This week features couples performing dances with Halloween themes, as well as team dances.

However will the producers handle just being on for 90 minutes instead of the full two hours!?!?


2 Broke Girls - 8:30 - CBS - season 1 Episode 7
Episode Title: And the Pretty Problem
Caroline convinces Max to take a cake decorating class, so that they can make better cupcakes for their buisness.


Two and a Half Men - 9:00 - CBS - Season 9 Episode 7
Episode Title: Those Fancy Japanese Toilets
Jake crushes on his chemistry tutor, who in turn has taken a liking to Walden. Meanwhile, Alan can't stop reading an old journal of Charlie's.


Bored To Death - 9:00 - HBO - Season 3 Episode 4
Episode Title: We Could Sing a Duet
George urges Jonathan to show Emily what it's like to be out with a younger man, but they wind up on a stakeout with a wannabe gumshoe (Brett Gelman) impersonating Jonathan. Meanwhile, George goes out on the town with Bernard, but is shocked to learn that Richard Antrem (Oliver Platt) is a competing restaurateur; and Ray is drawn to an older woman (Olympia Dukakis) after a fight with Leah.


House - 9:00 - FOX - Season 8 Episode 4
Episode Title: Risky Business
House attempts to negotiate with a wealthy patient who is planning to relocate his labor force to China. Meanwhile, Foreman chairs Park's disciplinary hearing, while Adams assesses her own ethics when she learns of their patient's relocation plans.


Mike and Molly - 9:30 - CBS - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: Happy Halloween
Mike is scared when Molly's boss asks him to attend a party on Halloween, the one holiday he is afraid of.


Enlightened - 9:30 - HBO - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: The Weekend
Afraid of falling into a rut on her first weekend home after treatment, Amy convinces Levi to revisit one of their favorite spots for a kayaking trip in a remote canyon, but she's disappointed to learn that he can't leave his old lifestyle behind.


Castle - 10:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 4 Episode 7
Episode Title: Cops and Robbers
A crew of bank robbers disguised as classic television doctors take hostages which include Castle and Martha. But things are complicated by the fact that Beckett's on the outside having her every move scrutinized by a hostage negotiator and Castle's on the inside with information that the hostages are just a distraction for a more ominous plan.

Did a bit of reading on this one, sounds like it's going to be a GREAT episode.


Hawaii Five-0 - 10:00 - CBS/Global - Season 2 Episode 7
Episode Title: Ka Iwi Kapu
As the Five-0 team investigates a young couple killed while filming a documentary, Danny finds himself placed under a curse by a transient at the killing site.



News Worth Noting!:
FX Canada starts broadcasting on Rogers on Channels 318 (SD) and 565 (HD) starting at 9:00 with American Horror Story followed up with another episode of American Horror Story if you can handle it :) Then an episode of Wilfred.



Repeat Rundown:
9:00 - The Secret Life of the American Teenage - Much Music
9:00 - Parks and Recreation - CityTV - Last Weeks Halloween Episode
9:30 - Dexter - TMN
10:00 - Boardwalk Empire - HBO


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - NCIS - Global Canada (This is tomorrow's episode on Global tonight)
8:00 - Scared Shrekless - NBC
9:00 - Will Ferrell: The Mark Twain Prize - PBSHD
9:00 - Hoarders - A and E
9:00 - Louie - City TV
10:00 - Law and Order:UK - CityTV
10:00 - Suits - Bravo Canada - Season Finale Here!
10:00 - William Shatners Weird or What - History Channel Canada
10:00 - Paranormal Witness - Space Canada
10:00 - Rock Centre With Brian Williams - NBC - Season Premiere


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - House on Haunted Hill - CHCH
9:00 - The Final Destination 3D - MovieTime
9:00 - The Shining - HDNet Canada


Tonight on the CBC:
8:00 - Battle of the Blades
8:30 - InSecurity
9:00 - Being Erica


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 - Lottery Changed My Life
10:00 - Cake Boss


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Actor Jesse Eisenberg; Halloween costumes; major league baseball manager Tony LaRussa; Puscifer performs.
Late Late Show: Actress Zooey Deschanel; author Neil Gaiman; Amanda Palmer performs.
Kimmel: Actor Paul Reubens; dancer/choreographer Bruno Tonioli; Megadeth performs.
Tonight Show: Singer Justin Bieber; TV personality Ernie Brown Jr; professional baseball player David Freese; Lloyd performs.
Late Night: TV host Heidi Klum; comic Bill Burr; Lindsey Buckingham performs; Sheila E. performs with the Roots.
Conan: Actor Jimmy Fallon;Reggie Watts performs; from The Beacon Theater in New York City.


What's Playing in My Media Room Tonight:
8:00 - How I Met Your Mother, Terra Nova
8:30 - 2 Broke Girls
9:00 - Bored To Death, House, Will Ferrel Special, American Horror Story
10:00 - Hawaii Five-0, Castle, Suits, American Horror Story

Sunday, October 30, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 30th



Once Upon a Time - 8:00 - ABC Season 1 Episode 2
Episode Title: The Thing You Love The Most
Regina tries to force Emma out of Storybrooke and out of her and Henry's lives permanently. Meanwhile, it is revealed how the Evil Queen released the curse upon the fairytale world.


The Amazing Race - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 19 Episode 6
Episode Title: We Love Your Country Already; It is Very Spacious
The seven remaining teams depart from the M. R. Kukrit Heritage House in Bangkok, Thailand and continue on the sixth leg of The Amazing Race.


The Simpsons - 8:00 - FOX/Global - Season 23 Episode 3
Episode Title: Treehouse of Horror XXII
A boulder traps Homer's arm when he takes a drive through a canyon; a spider bite paralyzes Homer; Flanders becomes a vigilante by night; Bart and Milhouse travel to a distant planet to obtain an extract.


Allen Gregory - 8:30 - FOX/Global - Season 1 Episode 1
Episode Title: Pilot
When pretentious 7-year-old Allen Gregory begins the first grade in a public school, he struggles to fit in with his peers; Allen has in interesting first meeting with his principal.


Call Me Fitz - 8:30 - HBO - Season 2 Episode 7
Episode Title: Dysfunctional Family Circus


Desperate Housewives - 9:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 8 Episode 6
Episode Title: Withc's Lament
As Halloween approaches, Gabrielle, Bree and Lynette must attempt to exhume and move the body of the former's murdered stepfather after learning that Ben's real estate development excavation is taking place on that very spot. Meanwhile, Susan discovers that being art teacher Andre's (guest star Miguel Ferrer) intern involves tending to matters that aren't necessarily art-related. Hoping not to be outdone by Tom's new girlfriend (guest star Andrea Parker), Lynette tries to construct a homemade Halloween costume for Penny, and Renee uses a little enticement to help spice up her first night of romance with Ben.


The Good Wife - 9:00/10:00 - CBS/Global - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Affairs of State
Alicia defends a Taiwanese national; Eli's ex-wife approaches him about a potential political campaign.


The Walking Dead - 9:00 - AMC - Season 2 Episode 3
Episode Title: Save the Last One
The Greene Family and the Grimes family wait for Otis and Shane to return with the medical supplies for Carl. Meanwhile, Shane and Otis find themselves trapped in a school with hungry walkers waiting to eat them. Finally, Daryl and Andrea continue the hunt for Sophia.


Boardwalk Empire - 9:00 - HBO - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Age of Reason
Nucky tries to set up a risky liquor delivery to Philadelphia. Later, Attorney General Daugherty sees a problem that might complicate Nucky's case. Jimmy finds a new mentor in Leander Whitlock who is the Commodore's lawyer. Margaret finally goes to confessional. Lucy continues to struggle with loneliness while Van Alden tries to settle his conscience.


Family Guy - 9:00 - FOX/Global - Season 10 Episode 3
Episode Title: Screams of Silence: The Story of Brenda Q
Quagmire's sister comes to Quahog to nurse him back to health when he is hospitalized, but he learns that she's the one in need of help.


Dexter - 9:00/10:00 - Showtime/TMN Canada - Season 6 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Angel of Death
Dexter receives spiritual guidance from his new friend, Brother Sam, while his search for the Doomsday Killers leads him in a new direction. Later, Quinn and Batista visit Prof. Gellar's former university; and Debra is required to undergo post-shooting therapy.


The Cleveland Show - 9:30 - FOX/Global - Season 3 Episode 3
Episode Title: The Nightmare on Grace Street
When Cleveland and Rallo leave their slumber parties in fear, Donna makes them stay overnight at a haunted house; Cleveland's new friend goes on a murderous rampage; Roberta is in a love triangle with a vampire and a werewolf.


Pan Am - 10:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Genuine Article
Maggie fights to keep her job after she's accused of insubordination, but she does manage to maneuver her way onto a flight bound for Rio de Janeiro. Meanwhile, Katie is given a difficult mission involving Yugoslavian diplomat Niko Lonza (Goran Visnjic); and Dean continues his relationship with Ginny.


CSI:Miami - 10:00 - CBS - Season 10 Episode 7
Episode Title: By The Book
A maid with vampire bites on her neck is found hanging from a chandelier in an empty mansion on a remote island. The investigation reveals all of her blood has been drained.


Hung - 10:00 - HBO - Season 3 Episode 5
Episode Title: 'We're Golden' or 'Crooks and the Big Beaver'
After Ray tells Lydia that he is leaving the business, she takes Ray and Tanya on a wild ride. Darby threatens to leave home, and Lenore confronts Jason after he misses a date with a client.


Homeland - 10:00 - Showtime - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Blind Spot
Carrie believes her suspicions about Brody may be proven correct when he confronts the sole survivor of the insurgents who held him hostage. But the reunion ultimately raises more questions. Meanwhile, the agency zeros in on Aileen and Faisel, the lovers who used funds from the stolen jewelry to purchase the house near the airport.


How To Make it in America - 10:30 - HBO - Season 2 Episode 5
Episode Title: Mofongo
Ben and Cam turn on the CRISP charm with buyers from a Midwestern retailer after Nancy registers her disapproval; Rene tries to convince Debbie he's turned over a new leaf; Rachel undergoes an eye-opening transformation.


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - America in Primetime - PBS
9:00 - Lost Girl - Showcase Canada


Repeat Rundown:
8:00 - Sister Wives
9:30 - Sister Wives
10:30 - Long Island Medium


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - The X-Files - CHCH
9:00 - Death Proof - Spike Canada
9:00 - From Hell - History Channel Canada


Tonight on The CBC:
8:00 - Battle of the Blades
9:00 - Cover Me Canada


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 - Sister Wives
10:00 - Long Island Medium


What`s Playing in My Media Room:
8:00 - The Amazing Race, Once Upon a Time
8:30 - Allen Gregory
9:00 - Boardwalk Empire, The Walking Dead
10:00 - Pan Am, Dexter, Homeland

Friday, October 28, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 28th



Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - 8:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 9 Episode 8
Episode Title: McPhail Family Part 1
The team helps an Oregon couple with two autistic sons and who have devoted their lives to helping children with medical issues by starting a local chapter of Sparrow Clubs.


A Gifted Man - 8:00 - CBS/Global - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: In Case of Memory Loss
While at the clinic, Michael runs into a former football star that he performed successful surgery on years ago, and is now a shell of his former self, living on the streets. At Holt Neuro, Michael examines a patient who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder.


Chuck - 8:00 - NBC - Season 5 Episode 1
Episode Title: Chuck Versus The Zoom
Chuck must adjust to his new life as a business owner and being a spy without the Intersect in his head or the support of the CIA. Carmichael Industries' first mission is a rich thief Jean Claude and a conning investor, Roger Bale, who has stolen money from some of the world's most dangerous people. In the mean time Morgan helps Chuck with a special surprise for Sarah. Back in the Buy More, Jeff and Lester have taken things to another level with their latest scheme.


Nikita - 8:00 - The CW - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: 343 Walnut Lane
While searching through the black box for information on Division, Birkoff comes across a copy of Nikita's birth certificate. Nikita and Michael locate Nikita's father, Richard, but the reunion does not go as Nikita had planned. Percy tells Alex that the black box in Nikita's possession contains information that could help her avenge her father's death.


Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - 9:00/10:00 - ABC/CHCH - Season 9 Episode 9
Episode Title: McPhail Family Part 2
The team helps an Oregon couple with two autistic sons and who have devoted their lives to helping children with medical issues by starting a local chapter of Sparrow Clubs.


CSI:NY - 9:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 8 Episode 6
Episode Title: Get Me Outta Here!
The team has to figure out if a fraternity prank gone bad led to someone being left for dead in an open grave.



Grimm - 9:00/8:00 - NBC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 1
Episode Title: Pilot
Nick Burkhardt's life is completely transformed when his family's legacy is revealed to him and he discovers that he is a Grimm, a monster hunter who can see the creatures for what they really are.


Supernatural - 9:00 - The CW/CHCH - Season 7 Episode 6
Episode Title: Slash People
Two Leviathans take on the form of Sam and Dean and frame them for a series of murders. While the brothers take refuge with a surveillance expert, Bobby tries to figure out how to kill the Leviathans and clear the Winchester brothers' names.


20/20 - 10:00 - ABC
Episode Title: Billionaire Secrets: What They Know That Can Change Your Life
Billionaires John Paul Dejoria, Lynn Tilton, Guy Laliberte and Tony Hseih tell their stories.


Blue Bloods - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: Black and Blue
A political crisis ensues following a 911 call at a religious center. Jamie and Renzulli are injured when they attempt to enter the center to respond to the call.


Dateline NBC - 10:00
A professional poker player's gamble may have resulted in a murder.



Repeat Rundown:
8:00 - Vampire Diaries(Much Music)
8:30 - Rick Mercer Report
9:00 - Secret Circle(Much Music)
10:00 - Ringer (Global)

Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - Sanctuary - SfFY/Space Canada
10:00 - The Soup - E!
10:00 - Real Time With Bill Mahr - HBO


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - The Cell - Much More Music
8:00 - Ghostbusters - YTV
10:00 - Fear - Much Music
10:00 - Dawn of the Dead - Movie Time
10:15 - Ghostbusters II - YTV
10:22 - Die Hard 2 - Spike Canada


Tonight on the CBC:
8:00 - Ron James show
9:00 - The Fifth Estate (Repeat)


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 and 9:30 - Say Yes to the Dress
10:00 and 10:30 - Brides of Beverly Hills


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Journalist Tom Brokaw; comic Myq Kaplan; The Head and the Heart perform.
Late Late Show: Actress Olivia Munn; comic Judy Gold; Duran Duran performs
Kimmel: Repeat
Tonight Show: Actor Adam Sandler; TV personality Rob Kardashian; AWOLNATION performs.
Late Night: Actor Justin Timberlake; actor Michael Peña; Kelly Clarkson performs; Nile Rodgers performs with the Roots.


What's Playing in My Media Room:
9:00 - Grimm
10:00 - Blue Bloods

Thursday, October 27, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 27th



The Big Bang Theory - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 5 Episode 7
Episode Title: The Good Guy Fluctuation
Sheldon tries to get into the spirit of Halloween by trying to scare them. A comic book artist is interested in Leonard.


Community - 8:00 - NBC/CityTV - Season 3 Episode 5
Episode Title: Horror Fiction in Seven Spooky Steps
When Britta runs anonymous personality tests on everyone for a psychology class, one of the test results seems to indicate that someone in the group is deeply disturbed. At the group’s Halloween pre-party, she enlists Jeff to help draw out the potential sociopath and the two of them lure everyone into telling their favorite horror stories. The results are spooky.


The Vampire Diaries - 8:00 - The CW - Season 3 Episode 7
Episode Title: Ghost World
As Mystic Falls prepares to celebrate the traditional Illumination Night, the town is invaded by spirits of the dead. After a particularly violent encounter with an angry spirit, Damon asks Bonnie to find the reason behind the ghosts' surprising power. Elena convinces Jeremy to use his connection to the other side to help her find a new way to reach Stefan, leading Jeremy to a terrible choice. Finally, Alaric discovers a long-hidden clue to the past.


Parks and Recreation - 8:30 - NBC/CityTV - Season 4 Episode 5
Episode Title: Meet N'Greet
Ben is mad when Andy and April decide to throw a Halloween party at their house without asking him. Tom emcees an event for Leslie’s campaign but manages to also promote his company. Meanwhile, Ron and Ann give Andy and April an unusual wedding present.


Grey's Anatomy - 9:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 8 Episode 7
Episode Title: Put Me In, Coach
Owen stresses teamwork and moves his leadership role over to the baseball field when he signs the doctors up for a baseball league, pitting them against their biggest competition, Seattle Presbyterian; Lexie tries to hide her jealous rage when she sees Mark with a new woman, but her emotions get the better of her; Alex fights to keep Zola at Seattle Grace after it is suggested that she be moved to another hospital due to a conflict of interest with Meredith and Derek; and Richard scolds Meredith and Bailey for their feud.


Person of Interest - 9:00 - CBS/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Fix
Reese is captivated by their newest POI – a beautiful, shrewd and remarkably resourceful woman.


The Office - 9:00 - NBC - Season 8 Episode 5
Episode Title: Spooked
Erin struggles to make the Halloween party at the office exactly how Andy and Robert California want it. Meanwhile, Jim and Pam argue about whether ghosts are real, and Dwight bonds with Robert’s 11-year-old son, Bert.


The Secret Circle - 9:00 - The CW - Season 1 Episode 7
Episode Title: Masked
Deciding the Circle needs to have a little fun, Faye convinces Cassie to throw a big Halloween party. Intent on wooing Jake back, Faye goes all out on her Halloween costume. After a fight with Diana, Adam turns to Cassie for advice. Meanwhile, some dangerous, uninvited guests set their sights on the Circle.


Whitney - 9:30/8:30 - NBC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Wire
After an argument over whether or not Alex uses a condescending “tone,” Whitney decides she is going to catch her boyfriend in the act and enlists Mark’s help. The two scheme to set up a hidden camera in the couple’s apartment. Lily, Roxanne and Neal gather around the television to watch the drama unfold. Later, Alex’s brother Brian crashes on the couch, and old sibling rivalries come to the surface causing the two brothers to brawl.


Private Practice - 10:00 - NBC/CityTB - Season 5 Episode 5
Episode Title: Step One
Addison begins in vitro fertilization treatments with Jake's help, unbeknownst to Sam, Amelia is deeply conflicted when her terminally-ill friend, Michelle, asks her assistance in her suicide, and Sam and Violet contend with a patient who refuses his anti-psychotic medication.


The Mentalist - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 4 Episode 6
Episode Title: Where in the World is Carmine O'Brien
When the CBI team travels to a resort town to find out who murdered a police chief, Lisbon crosses paths with her brother Tommy, now a bounty hunter, who's tracking a bail jumper.


Prime Suspect - 10:00 - NBC - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Regrets, I've had a few
When a young woman shows up dead in the park, Jane immediately goes to Lt. Sweeney to ask for manpower. Duffy and Evrard feverishly search for the murdered woman’s stepfather after he suddenly disappears. Meanwhile, Jane and her father celebrate an important anniversary together.



Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia
10:30 - The League - FX


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Little Nicky - CHCH
9:00 - Aliens - RadX

What's Playing on the CBC:
8:00 - The Nature of Things
9:00 - Facebook Follies


What's on TLC:
Repeats, repeats, repeats. Hoarding, Undercover Boss, Sister Wives


A Look a Late Night:
Late Show: Johnny Depp, Foster The People perform.
Late Late Show: Actor Kunal Nayyar.
Kimmel: Justin Timberlake, Rebecca Romijn, The Fray performs.
Tonight Show: Chelsea Handler, blogger Drew Manning, The Original 7ven perform.
Late Night: Eva Longoria, Kal Penn, Gwar peforms.
Conan: Hugh Laurie, tv Show Host Kari Byron, TJ Miller performs.


What's Playing in my Media Room:
8:00 - Big Bang Theory, Community, The Vampire Diaries
8:30 - Parks and Recreation
9:00 - Person of Interest, The Office
10:00 - Prime Suspect

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 26th


The Middle - 8:00 One Hour - ABC/CityTV - Season 3 Episode 7
Episode Title: Halloween II
When Sue's childish costume only brings her embarrassment at the high school Halloween party, she asks a stunned Mike for advice on boys. Frankie is recruited to take Brick and his socially awkward school social skills group trick-or-treating. Axl and his buddies decide this year to trick rather than treat.


Survivor: South Pacific - 8:00 - CBS/Global - Season 23 Episode 7
Episode Title: Trojan Horse
One tribe tries to change its luck; a contestant makes a risky move that shocks the other players.


Suburgatory - 8:30 - ABC/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Halloween
Tessa channels her inner “suburban girl” for a Halloween costume, but it ends up spooking her friends and everyone at school since she reminds them of a recently “departed” resident of Chatswin. And George is determined to prove to Halloween-hater Dallas that being scared can be fun, but gets a scare of his own when Steven Royce, Dallas’ husband, finally comes home from one of his many business trips.


America's Next Top Model - 9:00 - The CW - Season 17 Episode 7
Episode Title: Kathy Griffin
The women are asked to create a signature fragrance and launch the scent at a public event while posing in a bathtub. At a photo shoot where the models pose as reality stars, the tension is high and the all-stars begin to get on each other’s nerves. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge comedienne Kathy Griffin and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.


Happy Endings - 9:30 - ABC/CityTV - Season 2 Episode 5
Episode Title: Spooky Endings
The gang heads to a Halloween costume party while Jane and Brad head to the suburbs after agreeing to house sit for friends.


Revenge - 10:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Intrigue
The Graysons begin to distrust their top security man, who refuses to go away quietly. Meanwhile, the tension between Emily and Tyler can no longer be contained, as Daniel runs into problems. And the Porter brothers make daring romantic moves.


Sons of Anarchy - 10:00 - Superchannel Canada - Season 3 Episode 7
Episode Title: Family Recipe
SAMCRO discovers that they may be in over their heads with their drug-smuggling; Tara makes an important decision regarding her future with Jax.


American Horror Story - 10:00 - FX - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Halloween Part 1
The spirits of the Murder House become ever stronger, blurring the line between life and death. Meanwhile, the house's former residents offer some tips on decorating for Halloween to the Harmons.


Repeat Rundown:
8:00 - Glee, Up All Night, Ringer
8:30 - Whitney
9:00 - Modern Family, Criminal Minds, Harry's Law, Glee
10:00 - CSI, Prime Suspect


Tonight on the CBC:
8:00 - Dragons' Den
9:00 - Camelot


Tonight on TLC:
10:00 - Extreme Couponing


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - Pysch - USA Network
10:00 - Royal Pains - Showcase Canada
10:00 - Wedge - Much Music


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - Sleepy Hollow - CHCH


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Actor Justin Timberlake; actress Jennifer Esposito; The Civil Wars perform.
Late Late Show: Repeat
Kimmel: Actor David Spade; author Tyra Banks; director Brett Ratner; Frank Turner performs.
Tonight Show: Actress Amanda Seyfried; actors John Cho and Kal Penn; Kathleen Madigan performs.
Late Night: Actress Salma Hayek; actress Elizabeth Olsen; Cyndi Lauper performs.
Conan: Actress Jane Lynch; Actor Paul Scheer; Allen Stone performs.


Whats Playing in My Media Room:
8:00 - Survivor
9:30 - Happy Endings
10:00 - Revenge, Sons of Anarchy, American Horror Story

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 25th


Last Man Standing - 8:00 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Last Halloween Standing
Mike feels let down when his daughters aren't into celebrating Halloween with him the way they used to. He decides that his two-year-old grandson, Boyd, can be his perfect trick or treat partner. But Kristin, Boyd's mother, adamantly tells him that she doesn't want her son to go out on Halloween. Mike sneaks him out -- with a plan to get the child home before Kristin gets back from work. When Mike, dressed as John Wayne from "The Green Berets," gets to Ed's house with Boyd, they are greeted at the door by Ed's lady friend, Elvira.


NCIS - 8:00 - CBS/Global - Season 9 Episode 6
Episode Title: Thirst
An NCIS case changes from accidental death to murder when evidence reveals that a Navy lieutenant died of forced over-hydration. Meanwhile, Gibbs meets Ducky's new love interest.


The Biggest Loser - 8:00 Two Hours - NBC/CityTV - Season 12 Episode 6
Episode Title: Episode 1206
For Halloween, the contestants face a crazy candy temptation and a very spooky challenge. First, the contestants learn they’ll all be playing as one team this week and if they collectively lose 100 lbs., everyone will be safe for another week. A cauldron of candy hanging on a Biggest Loser scale tempts the players all week in more ways than one: for every pound of candy eaten, a pound will be deducted from the amount they all need to lose, up to 10 lbs. This week’s challenge finds players racing through a haunted maze trying to collect as many apples as possible, with another weigh-in advantage – and disadvantage – hanging over them. With the trainers working out all of the players this week, one contestant has separation anxiety, and one trainer is not amused when the contestants play a Halloween trick on him. Plus, a big secret shared by two contestants is revealed.


The X-Factor - 8:00 Two and a Half Hours! - Fox/CTV - Season 1 Episode 10
Episode Title: The Finalists Revealed
Don’t miss THE X FACTOR’s first “Live Show” where the remaining acts, competing to keep their place in the competition, perform for the judges and a live audience on THE X FACTOR stage in a special extended two-and-a-half-hour episode.


Man Up! - 8:30 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 2
Episode Title: Finessing The Bromance
Kenny gets jealous when Will and Grant strike up an unlikely “bromance.” Things go from bad to worse when he finds out Grant is coming to the weekly Keen Sunday dinner. In an attempt to strike some common ground, the guys try a “Star Wars” screening, a film Kenny is obsessed with, but Grant has never seen.


Dancing With The Stars - 9:00 Live - ABC/CTV - Season 13 Episode 15
Episode Title: Episode 1306A
After the sixth week of performances, another couple is eliminated from the competition. Kristin Chenoweth and Martina McBride are set to be the musical guests.


NCIS: Los Angeles - 9:00 - CBS/Global - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Lone Wolf
The NCIS team investigates the murder of a former Navy intelligence officer who had been living a double life and traveling overseas on false passports.


Body of Proof - 10:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: Second Chances
A champion equestrian is killed and potential drug use is suspected, but when Megan's daughter, who also rides, overhears details of the case, she leads the team to a clue and possibly the murderer.


Unforgettable - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Friended
Carrie and Al's investigation into the murder of a hard-partying heiress takes an unexpected turn when they discover that the woman apparently didn't exist until 18 months earlier.


Sons of Anarchy - 10:00 - FX - Season 4 Episode 8
Episode Title: Family Recipe
An important club vote gets side tracked when SAMCRO is forced to deal with dangerous external threats against the club.


Repeat Rundown:
8:00 - Ringer
9:00 - Ringer
10:00 - Prime Suspect
10:30 - Two and a Half Men - CTV

What's on the CBC:
8:00 - Rick Mercer Report
8:30 - 22 Minutes
9:00 - Michael
9:30 - The Debaters


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - Poltergeist - CHCH

What's on TLC:
9:00 - 19 Kids and Counting
10:00 - The Little Couple
10:30 - The Little Couple

A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Actor Eddie Murphy; actress Jane Levy; Mayer Hawthorne performs.
Late Late Show: Repeat
Kimmel: Actor Hugh Laurie; reality-TV star Snooki Polizzi; ``Dancing With the Stars'' castoff.
Tonight Show: President Barack Obama; Yo-Yo Ma & Friends perform.
Late Night: Actress Abigail Breslin; NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson; animal handler Jeff Musial; Blitzen Trapper performs.
Conan: Actor Zach Galifianakis; actor Aaron Paul; Switchfoot performs.


What's Playing in my Media Room:
8:00 - Rick Mercer, Last Man Standing, X-Factor
8:30 - Man Up!
10:00 - Body of Proof, Sons of Anarchy

Monday, October 24, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 24th


In putting together tonight's rundown, I was happy to see that CityTV is running a FX Canada Preview night for a few of the shows that will be airing starting next week over on FX Canada. Read the details further below.

Dancing With The Stars - 8:00 Two Hours - ABC/CTV - Season 13 Episode 12
Episode Title: Episode 1306
The celebrity dancers and their pro partners will dance to popular songs from great Broadway musicals. Additionally they will perform a group dance.
Emmy and Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth performs a medley of "Maybe This Time" from "Cabaret" and "I Could Have Danced All Night" from "My Fair Lady."
Broadway cast of "Sister Act" will be performing a feel-good medley of "Raise Your Voice" and "Sunday Morning Fever."


How I Met Your Mother - 8:00 - CBS - Season 7 Episode 7
Episode Title: Noretta
Everyone realizes their significant other reminds them of a parent, while Barney and Nora have a date go sour.


The Sing-Off - 8:00 Two Hours - NBC - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Top 8 Groups: Hip Hop Hits
The eight remaining groups compete for the ultimate prize by performing hip-hop hits. The bottom two groups battle it out in a sing-off to determine who goes home. The group that remains standing at the end of the season receives the prize of $200,000 cash and a Sony Music recording contract. Nick Lachey hosts and Sara Bareilles, Ben Folds and Shawn Stockman serve as judges.


Gossip Girl - 8:00 - The CW/Much Music - Season 5 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Fasting and The Furious
In the celebration of Yom Kippur with family and friends, Blair and Louis have a power struggle with Louis family. Serena's boss asks her to choose between her new job and Dan. Diana prepares to debut the New York Spectator, but a surprise delays the launch and Diana expects Nate to help her.


2 Broke Girls - 8:30 - CBS/CityTV - season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Disappearing Bed
Caroline tries to put together her new bed by herself. Meanwhile, things begin to heat up between Max and Johnny.


Two and a Half Men - 9:00 - CBS - Season 9 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Squat and The Hover
Bridget has Walden served divorce papers, and then he meets a new woman who looks just like her.


Hart of Dixie - 9:00/8:00 - The CW/CHCH - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Faith and Infidelity
Zoe makes a surprising discovery about the local minister and his wife, causing quite a stir among the residents of Bluebell. Lemon is determined to raise the money needed to restore Bluebell's historic bridge that was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina, but she must first convince Lavon to choose her submission over many other worthwhile proposals.


Bored To Death - 9:00 - HBO - Season 3 Episode 3
Episode Title: The Black Clock of Time
As a guest on 'The New Dick Cavett Show,' Jonathan runs into his nemesis. George is surprised to hear Bernard and Emily's news, and Ray sets off an AMBER Alert.


Mike and Molly - 9:30 - CBS - Season 2 Episode 5
Episode Title: Victoria Runs Away
Mike finds himself caught in the middle when Molly argues with her family.


Enlightened - 9:30 - HBO - Season 1 Episode 3
Episode Title: Someone Else's Life
Amy considers searching for a more socially responsible job.


Castle - 10:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 4 Episode 6
Episode Title: Demons
While doing some investigative work at a New York mansion, a prominent ghost hunter is murdered. Castle and Beckett must figure out if paranormal activities are to blame.


Hawaii Five-0 - 10:00 - CBS/Global - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: Ka Hakaka Maikai
As the Five-0 team investigates a young couple killed while filming a documentary, Danny finds himself placed under a curse by a transient at the killing site.


News Worth Noting!:
Starting tonight at 9:00 on CityTV, The FX Canada Preview.

Start your night off with the Pilot episode of American Horror Story.
A family recovering from a mother's miscarriage, and a father's infidelities make the decision to move to move into a creepy home with a complicated history. The family is introduced to a handful of eccentric characters including a psychopathic teen patient of the father, a mysterious housekeeper who isn't what she seems, a former resident of the home who murdered his family, and a southern actress with a disturbed daughter.

Then up is Wilfred and it's pilot episode:
Tired of his life, former lawyer Ryan tries to attempt suicide but fails. The next morning, his life changes for the better when his attractive neighbor Jenna asks him to watch her dog Wilfred. Wilfred looks like an ordinary dog, but appears to be a man in a dog suit to Ryan.

Then you end the night off with the League, what's weird here is that they're starting off with the third season premiere.
The gang decides to punish Andre by shooting a porno in his house. Meanwhile, they try to cover a lie about Ruxin's draft pick.


Repeat Rundown:
9:00 - The Secret Life of the American Teenage - Much Music
9:00 - House - Global Canada
8:00/10:00 - Prime Suspect - Global/NBC
9:00 - Dexter - TMN
10:00 - Boardwalk Empire - HBO


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - The Lying Game - ABC Family
10:00 - Paranormal Witness - Space Canada


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Practical Magic - CHCH
10:00 - Magnum Force - HDNet Canada


Tonight on the CBC:
8:00 - Battle of the Blades
8:30 - InSecurity
9:00 - Being Erica


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 - Lottery Changed My Life
10:00 - Cake Boss


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Actress Salma Hayek; TV host Keith Olbermann; Jane's Addiction performs.
Late Late Show: Repeat
Kimmel: Actor Zach Galifianakis; animator Mike Judge; Primus performs.
Tonight Show: Actor Jonah Hill; chef Paula Deen; Chris Isaak performs.
Late Night: Actress Naomi Watts; actor Brian Grazer; Beirut performs.
Conan: Actor Eric Stonestreet; actress Charlyne Yi; Matt Braunger performs.


What's Playing in My Media Room Tonight:
8:00 - How I Met Your Mother
8:30 - 2 Broke Girls
9:00 - Bored To Death, American Horror Story
10:00 - Hawaii Five-0, Castle,

Thursday, October 20, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 20th


Charlie's Angels - 8:00 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Angels In Paradise
Victoria's more vulnerable side shows through when lingering feelings of guilt over her involvement in David Clarke's demise and an unforgivable rift with her daughter become too much to bear; Lydia returns with a vendetta against Emily and the Graysons that will soon come back to haunt her; Now wise to his father's transgressions and a duplicitous betrayal by his friend, Tyler, Daniel decides to make a major life change; and Charlotte and Declan find themselves in an unlikely predicament together.

I don't even know why this is airing tonight, seriously. Why not put on Pan Am which is stuggling instead of this show that's already been cancelled and no one really cares about?


The Big Bang Theory - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 5 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Rhinitis Revelation
Sheldon feels left out when his mother comes to visit and everybody wants to spend time with her.

Heheee, I love it when the geeks' mothers come to town.


The Vampire Diaries - 8:00 - The CW - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Smells Like Teen Spirit
On the first day of their senior year, Elena, Caroline, Bonnie and Matt are still reeling from recent events, while Tyler seems to be enjoying everything a little too much. Damon is annoyed by a new houseguest, and everyone is surprised by the arrival of a new student in Alaric's history class. Matt asks Bonnie for help when he realizes he made a serious mistake. Meanwhile, Stefan continues to carry out his latest assignment from Klaus.


Rules of Engagement - 8:30 - CBS/CityTV - Season 6 Episode 1
Episode Title: Dirty Talk
Russell tries to get out of his marriage to an overly enthused Liz, who tries to make it work, while Jeff attempts to engage Audrey in dirty talk.

Ugh, season 6 of the show that refuses to go away.


Grey's Anatomy - 9:00 - ABC - Season 8 Episode 6
Episode Title: Poker Face
After being blackballed by most of the surgeons, Meredith uses Lexie to spark Derek's interest in her patient's rare brain tumor case and, in secret, gives guidance to April with Bailey's clinical trial; Callie's wish for Arizona and Mark to form a friendship comes to fruition and she realizes it's more irritating than helpful; Alex and Teddy research alternative surgeries for a very superficial patient; and Callie and Cristina struggle with a very difficult spinal surgery.


Person of Interest - 9:00 - CBS/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Judgement
Reese and Finch must protect Judge Samuel Gates, who wants nothing to do with their extralegal activities even though his refusal could cost him his life.


The Secret Circle - 9:00 - The CW - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Wake
When Jake, a mysterious young man, shows up in Chance Harbor, he learns a lot has changed since his last visit. For one, the girl he left behind, Faye has discovered she's a witch and has plans to get even with the handsome guy who broke her heart. To complicate things further, he sets his sights on the alluring Cassie, much to Adam and Faye's dismay.


Private Practice - 10:00/8:00 - NBC/Global Canada - Season 5 Episode 4
Episode Title: Remember Me
Cooper receives the surprise of his life when a woman from his past arrives at the practice; Addison consults her patient, Jodi, who is eight and half months pregnant and suffering from severe memory loss after a traumatic car accident; and Sheldon and Violet clash when their patient, Jodi's husband, Zach, considers leaving his wife and taking the baby with him.


The Mentalist - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 4 Episode 5
Episode Title: Blood and Sand
Jane and the CBI team investigate the murder of a woman whose body washed up on an island off the coast of California. Meanwhile, Rigsby worries that his relationship with a public defender may create awkwardness between him and Van Pelt.


Repeat Rundown:
8:00 - The Office(Global), Community (NBC)
8:30 - Parks and Recreation (NBC), Whitney(CTV)
9:00 - The Office(NBC)
9:30 - Whitney
10:00 - Prime Suspect


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - The First 48 - AandE
10:00 - Bordertown:Laredo - AandE
10:00 - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia - FX
10:00 - Jersey Shore - MTV
10:30 - The League - FX


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - ARMY OF DARKNESS!!! - CHCH!!!
9:00 - Daredevil - MovieTime


What's Playing on the CBC:
8:00 - The Nature of Things
9:00 - Conspiracy Rising


What's on TLC:
Repeats, repeats, repeats. Hoarding, Undercover Boss and Sister Wives.


A Look a Late Night:
Late Show: Repeat
Late Late Show: Tom Lennon, Sarah Paulson
Kimmel: Repeat
Tonight Show: Repeat
Late Night: Repeat
Conan: Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Steve harvey, Amy Schumer performs.


What's Playing in my Media Room:
8:00 - Big Bang Theory, The Vampire Diaries
9:00 - Person of Interest

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 19th


The Middle - 8:00 One Hour - ABC/CityTV - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Bad Choices
As the Heck home begins to literally fall apart, Frankie and Mike consider leaving home ownership behind and moving the family to an apartment. Meanwhile, Axl tries to fake Frankie out by pretending that he's sick in order to get out of taking a school test - and must later convince her that he's well enough to attend a party that evening; Sue and her ex-sort-of-boyfriend, Brad, volunteer to prepare a school skit about showing the dangers of texting and drinking while driving; and Brick tries to offer a little bit of levity by spouting off Shakespearian quotes.


Survivor: South Pacific - 8:00 - CBS/Global - Season 23 Episode 6
Episode Title: Free Agent
Feeling betrayed by their tribe, one castaway reveals a potentially game-changing secret, and appalled by the lack of loyalty within his tribe, another castaway threatens to leave the game. Meanwhile, on Redemption Island, Christine battles Elyse to try and win her fourth duel in a row and stay alive in the game.


Up All Night - 8:00 - NBC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Birth
Reagan tries to keep it together when her "perfect" birth plan falls apart, while Chris wrestles with the decision to leave his law firm. Elsewhere, Ava must overcome the fears that are keeping her away from her best friend at such an important time.


Suburgatory - 8:30 - ABC/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Don't Call Me Shirley
Tessa is excited to see some action in the suburbs when Sheila Shay's Shirley Temple doll collection is stolen, but not so thrilled at the consequences -- Dallas and Dalia are afraid of being burglarized so they crash at the Altmans'.


Modern Family - 9:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Go Bullfrogs!
It's father-daughter time, as Phil takes Haley on a college tour of his old alma mater, and Claire, having a rare night alone, forces Mitchell and Cameron to take her for a fun night out with the boys -- but ends up alone with one particular man candy who is anything but gay. Meanwhile, Gloria and Jay deal with a potential situation at home that may require having "the talk" with Manny.


Criminal Minds - 9:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 7 Episode 5
Episode Title: From Childhood's Hour
The BAU team investigates the abductions of young children with troubled mothers in St. Louis. Also, Rossi reconnects with his first wife who has shocking news for him.


Harry's Law - 9:00 - NBC/Global - Season 2 Episode 5
Episode Title: Bad to Worse
Harry represents Richard Cross, a recently fired biology teacher who claims he was terminated for failing a student for rejecting Darwinism. The case pits Harry against the overzealous Pastor who fired him. Meanwhile, Ollie helps a former flame accused of theft by fraud because she received lavish gifts from five much older men she was dating at the same time. Reluctantly, Ollie teams up with Adam to defend the serial dater, which all the men met through a dating website – one she owned and operated.


America's Next Top Model - 9:00 - The CW - Season 17 Episode 6
Episode Title: Coco Rocho
The women are divided into two teams for a flag football challenge with professional football players. During the challenge, the all-stars pause for photos and the competition is fierce. At the photo shoot, the models find out they will be posing in pairs alongside supermodel Coco Rocha. Andre Leon Tally and Nigel Barker join guest judge LaToya Jackson and Tyra Banks on the judges’ panel for the elimination.


Happy Endings - 9:30 - ABC/CityTV - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: Secrets and Limos
Jane convinces the gang to make vision boards so they can visualize their way to their dreams, only the universe isn't exactly listening; Brad has a difficult time relating to humorless boss Mr. Forristal until the guy, a car buff, flips for Max's limo; and Dave is reluctant to introduce his new girlfriend to everyone.


Revenge - 10:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Guilt
Victoria's more vulnerable side shows through when lingering feelings of guilt over her involvement in David Clarke's demise and an unforgivable rift with her daughter become too much to bear; Lydia returns with a vendetta against Emily and the Graysons that will soon come back to haunt her; Now wise to his father's transgressions and a duplicitous betrayal by his friend, Tyler, Daniel decides to make a major life change; and Charlotte and Declan find themselves in an unlikely predicament together.


CSI - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 12 Episode 5
Episode Title: CSI Down
The CSI unit investigates when Frank, an apparent murder victim, sits up and needs help. But in fact, he's not just a victim, he's also a double murderer, and he coolly hijacks the Medevac helicopter taking him to a hospital. A paramedic tends to a barely conscious Frank, and helps him aboard the Medevac chopper. But he does too good a job of bringing Frank back to full consciousness, and is taken hostage when Frank steals Morgan's ill-secured weapon. A man who's looking to take a chance to regain control, he's given a shot of morphine at Frank's orders, but still tries to get the gun back, and is shot in the belly by a determined Frank. A cocksure pilot of a medevac chopper, "all aviator sunglasses and ego", he's in charge of the helicopter taking Frank and Morgan to the hospital. Unpleasantly surprised when Frank steals Morgan's gun, hijacks the chopper and shoots the paramedic.


Law and Order:SVU - 10:00 - NBC - Season 13 Episode 5
Episode Title: Missing Pieces
A young woman visiting from Buffalo claims that her car was stolen outside a Manhattan convenience store with her baby still buckled in the backseat. Benson and Amaro get as much information as they can from the anxious mother and her boyfriend at the police station, while Fin and Rollins track their path from Buffalo for clues. When the parents’ stories don’t add up, the detectives must uncover what really happened to the missing baby, and the truth surprises everyone.


Sons of Anarchy - 10:00 - Superchannel Canada - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Fruit for the Crows
SAMCRO attempts to deal with the fallout from the recent threat issued against Tara’s well-being.


American Horror Story - 10:00 - FX - Season 1 Episode 3
Episode Title: Murder House
After deciding to sell the house, Vivien learns about its first residents. Meanwhile, Ben’s visitor causes him to unravel even more; and Constance and Moira’s histories are revealed.


Tonight on the CBC:
9:00 - Camelot


Tonight on TLC:
10:00 - Extreme Couponing


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - Pysch - USA Network
10:00 - Royal Pains - Showcase Canada


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - Se7en - CHCH
9:00 - Risky Business - HDNet Canada


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Repeat
Late Late Show: Carla Gugino, Jake Johnson, comic Joe Matarese
Kimmel: Repeat
Tonight Show: Repeat
Late Night: Repeat
Conan: Tom Selleck, Julianne Hugh, All Time Low performs.


Whats Playing in My Media Room:
8:00 - Survivor
9:00 - Modern Family, Criminal Minds, Harry's Law
9:30 - Happy Endings
10:00 - Revenge, CSI, Sons of Anarchy

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 18th


Last Man Standing - 8:00 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 3
Episode Title: Grandparents Day
When Vanessa forces a reluctant Mike to attend Grandparents Day at their grandson Boyd's preschool, Mike manages to insult the daycare teacher and Boyd gets kicked out of school. Boyd's mom, Kristin, tells Mike that he now has to look after him, so Mike takes the two-year-old to work with him. Meanwhile, after an elderly looking grandmother at the Grandparents Day event thinks she and Vanessa are the same age, Vanessa goes out of her way to look more youthful -- hoping no one sees her buying clothes from a boutique where her 17-year-old daughter, Mandy, shops.


NCIS - 8:00 - CBS/Global - Season 9 Episode 5
Episode Title: Safe Harbor
When a coast guard officer is gunned down on a cargo vessel, the NCIS team searches for the killer, but finds a Lebanese family seeking refuge on American soil. Meanwhile, Tony and McGee try and find the perfect woman for Gibbs.


The Biggest Loser - 8:00 Two Hours - NBC/CityTV - Season 12 Episode 5
Episode Title: Episode 1205
One player is chosen to go home this week with their trainer, and get the coveted prize of immunity. But the prize doesn’t look quite as desirable when the chosen contestant learns that their weight will be the only weight that counts for their team this week. Meanwhile, the players left at the ranch race through a maze to fill a large cylinder with soda in a night challenge that gives the winning team a great “pay it forward” prize. While the trainer who left the ranch devises grueling workouts for their player and worries about the fractured team they left behind, another trainer gets angry with a contestant who is constantly hiding behind humor. And one player boldly confronts her trainer about the way she is being treated. Later, another contestant is sent packing after a tense weigh-in reveals whether the player who went home lost enough to keep their team safe.



The X-Factor - 8:00 Two Hours - Fox/CTV - Season 3 Episode 9
Episode Title: Judge`s Homes No. 3
The Judges’ Homes round comes to a dramatic conclusion as judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, L.A. Reid and Nicole Scherzinger and their celebrity guest-mentors finalize the boys, girls, over 30′s, and groups that will make up the final 16 and move one step closer to become the next global superstar or breakout music group. Find out who will make it through “Judges’ Homes” and continue the quest for a $5 million recording contact with Syco/Sony Music.


90210 - 8:00 - The CW - Season 4 Episode 6
Episode Title: Benefit of the Doubt
Liam gets offered a modeling job after an agent sees the commercial for his bar, while Annie finds herself starting to fall for an unlikely guy. During a charity talent show event to raise money for an experimental cancer treatment for Raj, Naomi is determined to win the contest in order to show up Austin's out-of-town visitor Sally. While working on his music, Dixon pushes his limits and starts spiraling out of control, which forces Adrianna to confront him.


Man Up - 8:30 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 1
Episode Title: Pilot
Will is more interested in finding the perfect gift for his son Nathan’s 13th birthday than in doing his job selling insurance. His best friend, sensitive soul Craig, still pines for his college ex, Lisa. Will’s brother-in-law, Kenny, clamps down on his anger and asks himself, “What would Tobey Maguire do?,” when his ex-wife, Brenda, starts seeing a guy who is everything he’s not and much better looking. After Craig crashes Lisa’s wedding to try to win her back, they are all faced with an opportunity to “man up” and be like their forefathers.


Dancing With The Stars - 9:00 Live - ABC - Season 13 Episode 13
Episode Title: Episode 1305A
After the fifth week of performances, another couple is eliminated from the competition. Plus, Kelly Clarkson is set to perform the first single “Mr. Know It All” off her upcoming album, “Stronger,” as well as her hit song “Walk Away,” accompanied by pro dancers Mark Ballas, Sharna Burgess, Val Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd. Also rocking the stage is this year’s five-time Country Music Award nominee The Band Perry, who will perform “If I die Young, their triple-platinum single, accompanied with pros Louis Van Amstel and Karina Smirnoff.


NCIS: Los Angeles - 9:00 - CBS/Global - Season 3 Episode 5
Episode Title: Sacrifice
The LAPD calls upon the NCIS team when a raid links a Mexican drug cartel to a wanted terrorist. Meanwhile, Sam's most prized possession is stolen.


Ringer - 9:00 - The CW - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: The Poor Kids Do It Everyday
When Bridget cannot get in touch with Gemma she begins to wonder if something has happened between Gemma and Henry. Juliet starts a new school, where she defends herself against the school bully and her teacher Mr. Carpenter comes to her rescue. Bridget asks Charlie to do her a favor that could come back to haunt her, while Agent Machado looks into Malcolm's disappearance.


Body of Proof - 10:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 2 Episode 5
Episode Title: Point of Origin
Peter stumbles upon a house fire in progress before the fire department arrives and is able to rescue a young woman. When Megan goes to the scene of the fire, she discovers that there is another victim who perished in the fire. This dismays Peter, who didn't know there was someone else in the house and now has a personal attachment to this case. As Megan begins her investigation, she is usurped by veteran arson investigator Ray Easton and his young colleague, Skip, who challenge her at every step. When Megan complains to her boss, Kate wryly remarks that people usually find Megan impossible to work with, and the tension between the two women heats up more.


Unforgettable - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: with Honor
When Al's ex-partner is gunned down and the investigation reveals he may have been a dirty cop, Carrie must decide how to support him without getting too close.


Parenthood - 10:00 - NBC/Global - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Tales With the Luncheonette
Kristina exhausts herself by diving back into supermom mode while Adam and Crosby prepare their new music studio, in hopes of impressing their first potential client, Cee Lo Green. Meanwhile, Zeek plants doubts in Julia and Joel's adoption plan and Drew takes advice from Amber to move forward with Amy. Meanwhile, Mark Cyr continues to feel uneasy with Seth's involvement in Sarah's life.


Sons of Anarchy - 10:00 - FX - Season 4 Episode 7
Episode Title: Fruit for the Crows
SAMCRO attempts to deal with the fallout from the recent threat issued against Tara’s well-being.


What's on the CBC:
9:00 - Michael
9:30 - The Debaters


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Gene Simmons Family Jewels - Two HOURS!


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - Twister - CHCH


What's on TLC:
9:00 and 9:30 - 19 Kids and Counting
10:00 and 10:30 - The Little Couple


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Repeat
Late Late Show: Carey Mulligan, Paula Poundstone
Kimmel: Repeat
Tonight Show: Repeat
Late Night: Repeat
Conan: Chef Jose Andrea, comic Tommy Johnagin


What's Playing in my Media Room:
8:00 - The X-Factor
9:00 - Ringer
10:00 - Body of Proof, Parenthood, Sons of Anarchy

Monday, October 17, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 17th



After last night, I could really use a light night. I've still got Dexter to catch up on and I still haven't had a chance to watch even one episode of Boardwalk Empire yet. Thankfully or not really, tonight is another great night of television for us.

Dancing With The Stars - 8:00 Two Hours - ABC/CTV - Season 13 Episode 10
Episode Title: Episode 1305
It's the Eighties Week and the eight remaining couples will dance to hits from the eighties.


How I Met Your Mother - 8:00 - CBS - Season 7 Episode 6
Episode Title: Mystery vs. History
Kevin is aghast at the gang's meddling when Ted decides to go on a date without looking her up on the Internet. Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily confront whether to learn the sex of their fetus.


The Sing-Off - 8:00 Two Hours - NBC - Season 3 Episode 5
Episode Title: Top 10 Groups: Guilty Pleasure Music
The 10 remaining groups perform “guilty pleasures” for the judges with the hopes of garnering their votes to become one step closer to being named a cappella champion. Two groups will be eliminated. The group that remains standing at the end of the season receives the prize of $200,000 cash and a Sony Music recording contract. Nick Lachey hosts and Sara Bareilles, Ben Folds and Shawn Stockman serve as judges.


Terra Nova - 8:00 - FOX/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Runaway
When an orphaned Sixer runs away and shows up at Terra Nova looking for help, Shannon and Taylor disagree about whether she can be trusted. Taylor suspects that someone in the camp is a traitor. Meanwhile, Reynolds admits he has feelings for Maddy.


Gossip Girl - 8:00 - The CW/Much Music - Season 5 Episode 4
Episode Title: Memoirs of an Invisible Dan
After much thought, Dan finally decides to gather everyone and reveal the truth about his book, hoping that they will support him at his book party. Meanwhile, Blair and Louis struggle after Louis reads Dan's book. Diana has some incriminating information about one of Nate's friends and uses it to her advantage.


2 Broke Girls - 8:30/9:30 - CBS/CityTV - season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: And the 90s Horse Party
Trying to raise money for their cupcake enterprise, Caroline and Max throw a 1990's themed party. When her ex-boyfriend shows up at the diner, Caroline is mortified.


Two and a Half Men - 9:00 - CBS - Season 9 Episode 5
Episode Title: A Giant Cat Holding a Churro
Alan isn't thrilled when he learns of Lyndsey's adult film, so Walden hosts a party to lift his spirits.


Hart of Dixie - 9:00/8:00 - The CW/CHCH - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: In Havoc and In Heat
When a heat wave rolls through Bluebell, Zoe realizes that the hot weather is affecting everyone's behavior and lowering their inhibitions. In fact, Zoe struggles to fight her heat-induced attraction to Wade until she finally gives in. Meanwhile, Lemon is determined to win over George's parents when they come to town for a visit, but she is caught off guard when Lavon shows up to the same restaurant with his date, Didi.


House - 9:00 - FOX/Global - Season 8 Episode 3
Episode Title: Charity Case
House and Park treat a patient, Benjamin, who collapsed after making a surprisingly large charity donation, and come to suspect that the altruistic behavior is a symptom of a deeper disorder. When the patient offers to donate an organ for another patient, the doctors must convince Dr. Adams to help them confirm whether Benjamin is in his right mind or not.


Bored To Death - 9:00 - HBO - Season 3 Episode 2
Episode Title: Gumball!
On the lam, Jonathan and Ray try to hunt down the person who framed Jonathan.


Mike and Molly - 9:30 - CBS - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: 57 Chevy Bel Air
Mike loses his will power when he buys a 1957 Chevy Bel Air, despite Molly’s desire to save money for their wedding.


Enlightened - 9:30 - HBO - Season 1 Episode 2
Episode Title: Now or Never
Amy's hopes for a dream job are shattered; Amy struggles to reform her ex-husband and her mother.


Castle - 10:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 4 Episode 5
Episode Title: Eye of the Beholder
A wealthy museum patron is a suspect when a valuable sculpture is stolen. Castle and Beckett investigate the theft with the help of an insurance investigator who sets her sights on Castle.


Hawaii Five-0 - 10:00 - CBS/Global - Season 2 Episode 5
Episode Title: Ma'ema'e
Five-0 is investigating the murder of a volleyball coach which leads to new evidence about one of their own. Chin and his former fiancee Malia find themselves spending time together.


Repeat Rundown:
9:00 - The Secret Life of the American Teenage - Much Music
8:00/10:00 - Prime Suspect - Global/NBC
9:00 - Dexter - TMN
10:00 - Boardwalk Empire - HBO


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - The Lying Game - ABC Family
10:00 - Paranormal Witness - Space Canada


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Death Becomes Her - CHCH
10:00 - JFK - HDNet Canada


Tonight on the CBC:
8:00 - Battle of the Blades
8:30 - InSecurity
9:00 - Being Erica


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 - Lottery Changed My Life
10:00 - Cake Boss


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Actor Michael J. Fox; actors Ashton Kutcher, Jon Cryer and Angus T. Jones present the Top Ten; comic Jim McDonald; John Doe performs.
Late Late Show: Actress Maria Bello; director Joel Schumacher.
Kimmel: Repeat - Actor Nathan Fillion; animal handler Dave Salmoni; Sia performs.
Tonight Show: Repeat - Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres; personal trainer Bob Harper; Cobra Starship performs with Sabi.
Late Night: Repeat - Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt; Foo Fighters perform with Roger Waters.


What's Playing in My Media Room Tonight:
8:00 - How I Met Your Mother, Terra Nova
8:30 - 2 Broke Girls
9:00 - House
10:00 - Hawaii Five-0, Castle,

Sunday, October 16, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 16th



Extreme Makeover:Home Edition - 8:00 - ABC/CityTV Season 9 Episode 5
Episode Title: Korpai Family
The team helps build a home for the family of a girl with dwarfism; TV personalities Jen Arnold, Bill Klein and Matthew Roloff meet the family.


The Amazing Race - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 19 Episode 4
Episode Title: THis is going to be a Fine Mess
The eight remaining teams depart from the Borobudur Temple in Indonesia and embark on the fourth leg of The Amazing Race.


The X-Factor - 8:00 Two Hours - FOX - Season 1 Episode 7
Episode Title: Judges Homes, Part 2
The contestants visit the homes of the judges.


IGenius: How Steve Jobs Changed the World - 8:00 - Discovery Channel
The hosts of Mythbusters look at the life of Steve Jobs.


Desperate Housewives - 9:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 8 Episode 4
Episode Title: School of Hard Knocks
After disobeying the rules of student drop-offs at the front of Juanita's school, Gabrielle makes it her mission to get even with a parent volunteer (guest star Beth Littleford) who banishes her to a faraway parking lot. Meanwhile, Bree discovers that her daughter Danielle's (Joy Lauren) new business may not be as wholesome as she first though, and Lynette begins to suspect that Tom may be dating. Susan tries to ease her guilt by taking an art class with no-nonsense instructor Andre Zeller (guest star Miguel Ferrer).


The Good Wife - 9:00/10:00 - CBS/Global - Season 3 Episode 4
Episode Title: Feeding the Rat
While Alicia tries a pro bono case in which the witness becomes the suspect, Will and Diane discuss the firm's future.


The Walking Dead - 9:00 90 Minutes - AMC - Season 2 Episode 1
Episode Title: What Lies Ahead
Rick leads the group out of Atlanta; the group is stopped by a threat unlike anything anyone has seen before; the search for someone who has gone missing.


Boardwalk Empire - 9:00 - HBO - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: What Does the Bee Do?
During Mayor Bader's birthday party, Nucky's attorney comes up with a solution that might help Nucky in his election-rigging case. With a liquor surplus likely, Jimmy and Mickey travel to Philadelphia to search for buyers while Nucky makes a surprising deal to try and get alcohol into Atlantic City. Eli is concerned over the Commodore's ability to lead. Margaret decides to give her staff bonuses. Chalky is cornered while at work and home. Owen takes his munitions expertise and uses it. Van Alden's agents set their eyes on Mickey's warehouse. Richard lets his guard down in the name of art. And Gillian thinks of the first time she was ever with the Commodore.


Dexter - 9:00/10:00 - Showtime/TMN Canada - Season 6 Episode 3
Episode Title: Smokey and The Bandit
A serial killer from Dexter's past returns and Debra is uncomfortable in her new job.


Pan Am - 10:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Eastern Exposure
A last-minute change ends up sending the crew to Rangoon; Maggie shows Laura the wilder side of the city; Ted reflects on his past after hearing news of a space mission.


CSI:Miami - 10:00 - CBS - Season 10 Episode 4
Episode Title: Look Who's Taunting
The team pursues a killer who takes the eyes from victims; a new adversary challenges Horatio.


Hung - 10:00 - HBO - Season 3 Episode 3
Episode Title: Mister Drecker; Ease Up on the Whup-Ass
Ray worries that his cover might be blown when he confuses one of his former students with a client. Tanya finds her self taking care of a convicted felon, and Jess takes a job working the Dr. Matt Kopylov's office, the husband of Ronnie's mistress. Lenore makes a deal with Jason's fiancée, Sandee.


Homeland - 10:00 - Showtime - Season 1 Episode 3
Episode Title: Clean Skin
An exclusive television interview will thrust the Brody family into the national spotlight, unless Dana pulls off her plan to sidetrack the whole bogus process. Elsewhere, Carrie and the team sniff out an Al Qaeda attack on American soil; and Carrie's embedded operative in Prince Farid's camp gets trapped in a chilling situation.


How To Make it in America - 10:30 - HBO - Season 2 Episode 3
Episode Title: Money, Power, Private School
Ben hopes a seemingly meaningless job for Nancy will lead to bigger things; Cam angles for a piece of Domingo's business for some extra cash to afford his own place; a video shoot for Rasta Monsta helps Rene get closer to Debbie; Rachel hears a tip about Ben's romantic status.


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:


Repeat Rundown:


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - Van Helsing - CHCH



Tonight on The CBC:
8:00 - Battle of the Blades
9:00 - Cover Me Canada


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 - Sister Wives
10:00 - Long Island Medium


What`s Playing in My Media Room:
8:00 - The Amazing Race, Steve Jobs Special
9:00 - Boardwalk Empire, The Walking Dead
10:00 - Pan Am, Dexter, Homeland

Friday, October 14, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 14th


A Gifted Man - 8:00 - ABC/Global - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: In Case of Separation Anxiety
When Michael treats a patient who is hearing voices, he turns to Anton for help. Meanwhile, Kate’s first day at the clinic doesn’t go well.


Kitchen Nightmares - 8:00 - FOX - Season 5 Episode 4
Episode Title: Luigi's
Chef Ramsay visits Luigi’s, an eatery in Anaheim, CA, on the brink of closing its doors for good. Find out if Chef Ramsay’s advice and expertise will be enough for the restaurant owners to reverse their misfortunes or if their problems are too dire for even Chef Ramsay to handle.


Nikita - 8:00 - The CW - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: Partners
Nikita is stunned when she hears that her old Division partner Kelly escaped from a Turkish prison. Nikita thought Kelly died years ago and always felt responsible because it happened on the mission where Nikita escaped from Division. Knowing Amanda will go after Kelly, Nikita tells Michael they have to go to Turkey to help her. Amanda sends Alex and Roan to Europe to stop the former partners from reuniting.


CSI:NY - 9:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 8 Episode 4
Episode Title: Officer Involved
A night out for a friendly drink takes an unexpected turn when Danny and his rookie cops are caught up in a shooting.


Dateline NBC - 9:00 Two Hours
A mother, who seemed to be happily married was found dead in her backyard spa, greed, lust and lies lead to the murder.


Fringe - 9:00 - FOX/CityTV - Season 4 Episode 4
Episode Title: Subject 9
Olivia uncovers a dangerous force that may be connected to Walter's past experiments with the drug Cortexiphan. Their investigation forces Walter to leave the lab for the first time in years as he and Olivia head to Massive Dynamic in New York to examine old case files. Walter struggles with life outside the lab as he comes face-to-face with the demons of his past.


Supernatural - 9:00 - The CW/CHCH - Season 7 Episode 4
Episode Title: Defending Your Life
Sam and Dean investigate a string of gruesome murders and discover the Egyptian god Osiris is behind the deaths. The vengeful god is putting people on trial for their past mistakes and killing them if found guilty. Osiris homes in on Dean's guilt and decides he's the next to stand trial. Sam steps in as Dean's lawyer, but both brothers are unprepared when Osiris calls an unexpected witness - Jo.


20/20 - 10:00 - ABC
Episode Title: A Hidden America: Children of the Plains
Driven young people of Pine Rider Indian Reservation in South Dakota work towards their goals, despite growing up amidst poverty, tragedy and health issues.


Blue Bloods - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: Innocence
Erin reopens an 18-year-old rape case, in which Frank was the arresting officer. Meanwhile, Danny and Jackie investigate the murder of three teenagers in a park, who seemed to have been killed for no reason.


Repeat Rundown:
8:00 - Last Man Standing, The Office, Body of Proof (City TV), Vampire Diaries(Much Music), Law and Order:SVU(CTV)
8:30 - Parks and Recreation, Rick Mercer Report
9:00 - Modern Family, Secret Circle(Much Music)
9:30 - Suburgatory


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - Ringer - Global Canada
10:00 - Sanctuary - SfFY/Space Canada
10:00 - The Soup - E!
10:00 - Real Time With Bill Mahr - HBO


Movies Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - The Perfect Storm - Much More Music


Tonight on the CBC:
8:00 - Ron James show
9:00 - The Fifth Estate


Tonight on TLC:
9:00 and 9:30 - Say Yes to the Dress
10:00 - Say Yes To the Dress: The Big Day - One Hour Special


A Look at Late Night:
Late Show: Artie Lange, Eddie Brill, Beirut performs.
Late Late Show: Liza Minelli, Adam Pally.
Kimmel: Repeat.
Tonight Show: Terry Bradshaw, Rowan Atinkson, Game performs.
Late Night: Matthew Broderick, The Situation, Bryan and Michael Voltaggio, Lalah Hathaway performs with The Roots.


What's Playing in My Media Room:
10:00 - Blue Bloods


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Thursday, October 13, 2011

What's Playing in the Media Room - October 13th


Charlie's Angels - 8:00 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Angels in Chains
Based on a teleplay from the original "Charlie's Angels" series, the girls must break out of jail in their quest to crack a case. This time, they pose as unsuspecting American tourists to crack a kidnapping ring in Cuba. Upon arrival at the hotel, they are framed and thrown into a women's prison, where their key victim, Tess, is also incarcerated. Bosley joins forces with his ex-girlfriend, CIA operative Samantha Masters, but is this partnership something more?

Ok, I've said this before, but seriously. How is this still on the air?


The Big Bang Theory - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 5 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Russian Rocket Reaction
Sheldon takes offense when Leonard wants to attend a party with Star Trek's Wil Wheaton and Brent Spiner. Howard is given an amazing job opportunity.

WHEATON!!!!


Community - 8:00 - NBC/CityTV - Season 3 Episode 4
Episode Title: Remedial Chaos Theory
When Troy and Abed decide to share an apartment, they host a party for the group, which takes on an altered reality as several scenarios play out.


The X Factor - 8:00 Two Hours - FOX - Season 1 Episode 7
Episode Title: Judge's House No. 1
The contestants visit the judges' homes and compete for a spot in the next round.

A wee bit of a mess up last night. So this didn't air in the States last night, but DID air in Canada on CTV. To further confuse things, CTV Two in standard definition is airing Judge's House No. 2, but CTV Two in High Definition is airing Judge's House No. 1 again. Then on Sunday night, Fox is planning on airing Judge's House No. 2 and that's if the baseball playoffs don't go to game 7. Then they're hoping to air Judge's House No. 3 on it's regular night.

*Please note: All this was taken from the channel guide site I use.


The Vampire Diaries - 8:00 - The CW - Season 3 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Reckoning
Despite all that has happened, Caroline is determined to see that Elena, Bonnie, Matt and Tyler all enjoy a traditional Senior Prank Night before the school year begins at Mystic Falls High School. However, when uninvited guests show up, it doesn't take long for the evening to take a deadly turn. Damon convinces Jeremy that he can use his new connection to the other side to help find a way to defeat Klaus. Finally, Klaus deepens his hold on Stefan and uses him for increasingly violent and dangerous purposes.


Parks and Recreation - 8:30 - NBC/CityTV - Season 4 Episode 4
Episode Title: Pawnee Rangers
In an effort to fight the inequality of Ron's boys-only wilderness group, Leslie takes her girls-only troop, the Pawnee Goddesses, on an adventure weekend. Meanwhile, Tom and Donna force Ben to join them for a day of relaxation, and Chris finds a reason to spend time with Jerry.

The more Ron we get in a week, the better!


Grey's Anatomy - 9:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 8 Episode 5
Episode Title: Love, Loss and Legacy
The residents try their hardest to impress surgical great Catherine Avery-who also happens to be Jackson's mother-when she arrives at Seattle Grace to perform a groundbreaking transplant surgery; Arizona and Alex find their hands tied with a confidentiality issue when a familiar patient comes into the ER; meanwhile, a love-struck Teddy throws a dinner party for the couples, and Bailey makes a decision regarding her love life.


Person of Interest - 9:00 - CBS/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Cura Te Ipsum
Reese and Finch surveil their latest POI, Dr. Megan Tillman, while she's on call and after hours to unravel the threat surrounding the promising young physician.

In preparing tonight's post, it would appear that I totally missed last weeks episode of Person of Interest. I don't know how that could have happened in the 35+ shows we watch in a week.


The Office - 9:00 - NBC - Season 8 Episode 4
Episode Title: Garden Party
Andy decides to throw a garden party to impress Robert California. Dwight researches how to host a garden party and thinks he has made it a very classy event. Meanwhile, Andy's parents and brother attend but make him feel self-conscious.


The Secret Circle - 9:00 - The CW - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Slither
Torn between her loyalties to the Circle and her family, Cassie wrestles with the secrets she must keep from her grandmother. Nick is thrown for a loop when Melissa adopts a new attitude and enlists his help to track down her family's Book of Shadows. Faye is also recruited but isn't happy about being the third wheel. Meanwhile, Diana is craving some alone time with Adam and arranges a date night so they can rekindle the spark in their relationship, but all six of them are brought together to fight off a dark force that threatens to destroy the Circle from within. Completely unaware of the new danger encroaching on their children, Dawn joins Charles aboard his boat to further their plans for the Circle, but is surprised to find that Charles may have more than business on his mind.


Whitney - 9:30/8:30 - NBC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: A Decent Proposal
Movie night at home for Whitney and Alex ends up as a competition with each other to see who can be more romantic. Meanwhile, Lily is on edge with anticipation that Neal might propose at any minute causing Mark to embark on a mission to prove that women are more eager to tie the knot then men.


Private Practice - 10:00 - NBC/CityTB - Season 5 Episode 3
Episode Title: Deal With It
Addison and Jake work with a patient who wants to have a baby even though she doesn't have a uterus; Amelia, back in AA and seemingly back on track, treats a Parkinson's Disease patient who habitually cheats on her husband; Violet, struggling to be a stay-at-home mom, attends a mommy group and finds it's not for her; and Cooper receives the surprise of his life.


The Mentalist - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 4 Episode 4
Episode Title: Ring around the Rosie
Jane notices a suspicious-looking man carrying a gun at a political rally and sets out to prove he's a psychopath on the brink of committing murder. Meanwhile, Lisbon investigates the death of a photographer at the same rally.


Prime Suspect - 10:00 - NBC - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Great Guy, Yet: Dead
When a good-looking stockbroker is killed mysteriously, Jane automatically suspects his wife. Meanwhile, Jane enlists the help of a hypnotist to fight her addiction to smoking. Elsewhere, Matt is furious when his ex-wife suggests Jane shouldn't attend their son's birthday party.


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - Jersey Shore - MTV
10:00 - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia - FX
10:30 - The League - FX


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Cellular - CHCH

What's Playing on the CBC:
8:00 - The Nature of Things - Season Premiere
9:00 - Inside the Cirque


What's on TLC:
Repeats, repeats, repeats. Hoarding, Undercover Boss, Sister Wives


A Look a Late Night:
Late Show: TV-show host Bill O'Reilly; Martina McBride performs.
Late Late Show: Actress Kathy Bates; actor Anthony Head.
Kimmel: Actor John Goodman; Evanescence performs.
Tonight Show: Actor Zachary Levi; comic Barry Rothbart; Gloria Estefan performs.
Late Night: Actor Cedric the Entertainer; actress Julianne Hough; producer Joshua Topolsky; The Moody Blues perform.
Conan: Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar; actor Simon Helberg; Dropkick Murphys perform.

What's Playing in my Media Room:
8:00 - Big Bang Theory, Community, The X Factor, The Vampire Diaries
8:30 - Parks and Recreation
9:00 - Person of Interest, The Office
10:00 - Prime Suspect

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