What's Playing in the Media Room - October 25

Last Resort - 8:00 - ABC/Global - Season 1 Episode 5
Episode Title: Skeleton Crew
Chaplin and Kendal negotiate with the U.S. government. Meanwhile, Shepard takes command of the Colorado after a critical system fails.


The Big Bang Theory - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 6 Episode 5
Episode Title: The Holographic Excitation
Leonard tries a scientific approach to seducing Penny, while the gang celebrates Halloween at Stuart's comic-book store. Former astronaut Buzz Aldrin has a cameo.

Thoughts from the Media Room: While TBBT has the craziest episode names and they're funny that they're so stinkin random. People say hey, remember that episode of Seinfeld, Master of My Domain. No ONE is going to say, hey remember that Big Bang episode, The Holographic Excitation. Great episode.


30 Rock - 8:00 - NBC/CityTV - Season 7 Episode 4
Episode Title: Unwindulax
Liz and Jack square off in a political battle to influence voters in the 2012 presidential election. Elsewhere, Jenna goes to extremes to please her new fan base.

Thoughts from the Media Room: Not going to lie, I deleted last weeks episode of 30 Rock without even watching it. I'm done.


The Vampire Diaries - 8:00 - The CW - Season 4 Episode 3
Episode Title: The Rager
Connor attempts to uncover town secrets and tries to convince Jeremy to help him. Meanwhile, Elena finds it difficult to control her anger when Rebekah arrives at school; and Stefan takes Elena on a fast motorcycle ride to show her that life can still be fun.

Thoughts from the Media Room: So, I haven't watched last weeks episode and now I don't know who this Connor is which isn't all that helpful to me.


Two and a Half Men - 8:30 - CBS/CTV - Season 10 Episode 5
Episode Title: That's Not What They Call It in Amsterdam
Walden begins dating Rose—who was in Paris the day Charlie died—much to Alan's dismay.

Thoughts from the Media Room: Ahhhh, Rose is back.


Up All Night - 8:30 - NBC - Season 2 Episode 6
Episode Title: Ma'am'd
Reagan worries her charms are fading, but a visit to the dentist boosts her confidence. Elsewhere, Ava realizes her neighbors don't like her, so she and Walter set up a haunted house.


Grey's Anatomy - 9:00 - ABC/CTV - Season 9 Episode 4
Episode Title: I Saw Her Standing There
Meredith stops discussing her surgeries with Derek in an effort to be sensitive to his situation; Richard seeks Catherine's assistance with a difficult operation; and Arizona wrestles with her new reality, making Callie and Alex confront their guilt.


Person of Interest - 9:00 - CBS/CityTV - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: Triggerman
Reese and Finch face an ethical dilemma when the Machine gives them the number of a mob enforcer who's in danger. Meanwhile, Finch gets help from an unlikely ally.

Thoughts from the Media Room: Nice. I wondered when they were going to get to something like this. The machine says save someone but what if they just aren't worth saving.


The Office - 9:00/8:30 - NBC/Global - Season 9 Episode 5
Episode Title: Here Comes Treble
It's Halloween in the office, and the trick's on Andy when his college music group arrives to perform, leading to a confrontation with his frenemy, Broccoli Rob (Stephen Colbert). Elsewhere, Dwight suspects a psycho is running rampant in the office, and Jim and Pam clash over Jim's new job.

Thoughts from the Media Room: COLBERT!!!!


Beauty and The Beast - 9:00 - The CW/Showcase Canada - Season 1 Episode 3
Episode Title: All In
Cat is placed on leave after interfering in a murder investigation. Meanwhile, J.T. fears that Vincent will become exposed.


Parks and Recreation - 9:30/8:30 - NBC - Season 5 Episode 5
Episode Title: Halloween Surprise
Halloween brings some upsetting news for Leslie in the form of a job offer for Ben. At the same time, Ron and Andy go trick-or-treating with Diane's daughters, while Tom looks for a new business venture.

Thoughts from the Media Room: Oh my GOD. Did you watch this last week when Tom couldn't use any devices with screens??? I felt his pain.


Scandal - 10:00 - ABC/CityTV - Season 2 Episode 4
Episode Title: Beltway Unbuckled
The parents of a missing college student seek help from the firm. Meanwhile, David gets unexpected assistance with a case he's investigating; and Mellie wields her political influence, creating tension for Fitz.


Elementary - 10:00 - CBS/Global - Season 1 Episode 4
Episode Title: Rat Race
A Wall Street executive dies from an apparent heroin overdose, but Holmes isn't convinced. Meanwhile, Watson starts dating again.


Rock Center - 10:00 - NBC
On the campaign trail with President Barack Obama; two women who helped expose the Lance Armstrong doping scandal; Lt. Sam Brown talks about the role a virtual reality game played in his recovery from severe burns.

Thoughts from the Media Room: You aren't watching this anymore now the celebrity interviews are over are you? Nah, me either.


Flashpoint - 10:00 - CTV - Season 5 Episode 6
Episode Title: Below the Surface
Team One believes a bomb is just the first in a war between rival biker gangs.


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
8:00 - Impact Wrestling
9:00 - America's Next Top Model - Much Music
9:00 - Ancient Aliens - History Channel Canada
9:00 - Project Runway - Life Network
9:00 - The First 48 - AandE
9:00 - Real Housewives of Miami - Bravo USA
9:30 - Animal Practice - Global Canada
10:00 - Beyond Scared Straight - AandE
10:00 - Covert Affairs - Showcase Canada
10:00 - It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia - FX
10:00 - Jersey Shore - MTV
10:00 - MMA Uncensored Live - Spike
10:00 - POV - PBS
10:00 - The First 48 - AandE
10:30 - Prank My Mom - Life Network
10:30 - The League - FX


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Revenge of the Nerds - MovieTime


What's Playing on the CBC:
9:00 - Doc Zone


What's on TLC:
9:00 - Four Weddings


A Look a Late Night:
Late Show: Businessman Donald Trump; musician Adam Levine; Carly Rae Jepsen performs.
Late Late Show: Actor Michael Chiklis; actress Maggie Grace.
Kimmel: First lady Michelle Obama; actress Halle Berry; Ciara performs.
Tonight Show: Actor Russell Brand; actress Jane Lynch; Mika performs.
Late Night: Actress Julianna Margulies; radio personality Dan Patrick; Gary Clark Jr. performs with The Roots.
Conan: Simon Baker; Kaitlin Olson; Reggie Watts.


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