What's Playing in the Media Room - November 3rd

Charlie's Angels - 8:00 - ABC - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Black Hat Angels
The Angels trace a kidnapped artist to a gallery owner who was the victim of extortion. When they dig to identify the extortionist, they discover that Bosley’s identity has been compromised, and that he has been tied to the kidnapping. In order to clear his name, they must find out who is responsible – and it’s someone from Bosley’s computer hacking past.

ABC is really looking out for the pair of fans that really want to see this to the bitter end. Bravo.


The Big Bang Theory - 8:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 5 Episode 8
Episode Title: The Isolation Permutation
Amy's heart is broken when Penny and Bernadette shop for wedding dresses and don't invite her.

OMG! The promos all week look hilarious for this one, Sheldon reacts amazingly Sheldon-like to grownup situations.


Community - 8:00 - NBC/CityTV - Season 3 Episode 6
Episode Title: Advanced Gay
Pierce throws a party to celebrate the popularity of his wipes, but his dad (Larry Cedar) shows up and puts a damper on the festivities. Elsewhere, Troy becomes a hot commodity for Vice Dean Laybourne (John Goodman) and a janitor (Jerry Minor).

Oh BABY!


The X Factor - 8:00 - FOX - Season 1 Episode 12
Episode Title: Live Results Show #1
One finalist from the four categories, Boys, Girls, Over 30s and Groups, is sent home.

I'm loving this show, the talent blows Idol out of the water. The 14 year old girl is amazing, she could be the next Adele or Florence from Florence and the Machine. Outstanding talent here.


The Vampire Diaries - 8:00 - The CW - Season 3 Episode 8
Episode Title: Ordinary People
With help from Elena and Bonnie, Alaric tries to decipher the meaning behind his recent discovery. Elena and Rebekah (Claire Holt) engage in a mean-girl power struggle, until Rebekah finally reveals some of her family's ancient secrets and the violent past she shares with Klaus and Elijah. Damon tries a reckless new approach to make a breakthrough with Stefan, and they're both surprised by an unlikely ally.

I'm so far behind on this.


Rules of Engagement - 8:30/7:30 - CBS/CityTV - Season 6 Episode 3
Episode Title: Audrey Is Dumb
Audrey can't speak following throat surgery, which is heaven for Jeff; and Russell tells Timmy he can have a raise only if he'll fire someone for him so he doesn't have to do it.

*sigh*


Parks and Recreation - 8:30 - NBC/CityTV - Season 4 Episode 6
Episode Title: End of the World
A local group predicts that the end of the world is near, prompting everyone to reflect on their lives. Tom decides to throw a huge party, while April helps Andy check items off his "bucket list."


Grey's Anatomy - 9:00 - ABC - Season 8 Episode 8
Episode Title: Heart-Shaped Box
The doctors become nostalgic when George O'Malley's mother, Louise, returns to Seattle Grace for medical help after a botched surgery at a neighboring hospital; the residents are inspired by a medical miracle when they witness a harvested heart that continues to beat outside the body; a new pediatric fellow excites Arizona and makes Alex feel threatened; Jackson lets his suspicions about Mark and Lexie interfere with his work; and Henry and Teddy have their first marital fight when he expresses interest in pursuing medical school.


Person of Interest - 9:00 - CBS/CityTV - Season 1 Episode 7
Episode Title: Witness
The Machine identifies a school teacher who witnessed a mob hit as their next POI and Reese and Finch rush to save his life.

This will be the third episode hitting the pvr, need more hours in the day. Damn you day job for taking up too much time of my life.


The Office - 9:00 - NBC - Season 8 Episode 6
Episode Title: Doomsday
Dwight tries to help the office’s efficiency by installing a Doomsday device that will get them all fired if they make too many mistakes.

A Dwight episode, thank god. Maybe it'll actually be funny.


Bones - 9:00 - FOX - Season 7 Episode 1
Episode Title: The Memories in the Shallow Grave
When the Jeffersonian team identifies the remains of a woman found in a paintball field, they discover two missing-persons reports in her file. Booth and Sweets interrogate the victim's husband and learn that she suffered from amnesia. When squint Wendell Bray learns that the victim also survived a bullet wound, inconsistencies in her medical records uncover a surprising crime linked to her murder. Meanwhile, Brennan and Booth adjust to their new life as an expectant couple and deal with the forthcoming changes in their home life.


The Secret Circle - 9:00 - The CW - Season 1 Episode 8
Episode Title: Beneath
After not hearing from her grandmother for a couple of days, Cassie becomes concerned and wants to go look for her. Diana decides the entire Circle should go in case Jane is in trouble. She also invites Jake along, much to Adam's dismay. A storm turns the day trip into an overnight excursion, so Faye suggests a little game of Truth or Dare to liven up the evening. However, things take a horrible turn when Faye is forced to reckon with someone from her past.


Whitney - 9:30/8:30 - NBC/CTV - Season 1 Episode 6
Episode Title: Two Broke-Up Guys
A heated argument between Alex and Mark about recycling causes their bromance to break up. Whitney tries to bring them back together in a grand scheme that involves a guys' night out, ice cream and red wine.


Private Practice - 10:00/8:00 - NBC/Global Canada - Season 5 Episode 6
Episode Title: If I hadn't Forgotten
Charlotte's painful memories of a horrible tragedy are triggered as Amelia continues her downward spiral; Addison takes one step closer to motherhood when she finally chooses a sperm donor; Cooper faces a difficult decision when he realizes his patient's parents have been drugging their son in an effort to control his supposed ADHD; and Pete's trust issues prevent him from repairing his fragile relationship with Violet.


The Mentalist - 10:00 - CBS/CTV - Season 4 Episode 7
Episode Title: Blinking Red Light
The search for a serial killer hits close to home for Jane when he encounters a blogger who has devoted his life to finding the killer.


Prime Suspect - 10:00 - NBC - Season 1 Episode 7
Episode Title: Shame
Jane and Duffy are on the case of a middle-aged man found robbed and dead in a hotel. After watching surveillance tapes Jane searches for a wig-changing prostitute. Meanwhile, Duffy manages to get under Jane’s skin after making comments about her relationship with Costello.



Your FX Canada Update:
Channel 318 SD and 565 HD for Rogers Customers as this point.

9:00 - American Horror Story - Home Invasion - Repeat from last night.
10:00 - Wilfred - Pilot episode.
10:30 - The League - Season 3 Premiere.

Wilfred is one of the strangest shows I've watched, not in a American Horror Story strange. Wilfred is a dog, but Elijah Wood's character sees him as a man dressed up in a dog suit, while everyone else sees him as a dog. Weird.


Other Shows Worth Mentioning:
10:00 - Burn Notice - USA Network
10:00 - It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia - FX Network USA
10:30 - The League - FX Network USA


Movies Worth Mentioning:
9:00 - Hudson Hawk - Movie Time
9:00 - The Transporter - CHCH


What's Playing on the CBC:
8:00 - 1 Day
A single day of life in Canada is highlighted. Includes footage submitted by Canadians across the country.


What's on TLC:
Repeats, repeats, and the Premiere episode of Cell Block 6 at 10:00 PM.
A woman cracks under the pressure of jail life; a woman who is pregnant finds herself in the middle of a jailhouse brawl; a heroin addict chooses to stay in jail.


A Look a Late Night:
Late Show: Actor Mark Harmon; producer Mike Judge; journalist Matt Lauer presents the Top Ten; Eli Young Band performs
Late Late Show: Actor Alan Alda; reality TV personality Ariel Tweto
Kimmel: Actor Eddie Murphy; professional boxer Manny Pacquiao; Chickenfoot performs
The Tonight Show: Actress Kristen Stewart; comic Dave Attell; Joe Jonas performs
Late Night: Actress Kirsten Dunst; comic Chris Hardwick; Air Supply performs
Conan: Actor Louis C.K.; at The Beacon Theater in New York City

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