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The Wire virgin’s diary – things heat up, the case is closed

(Season 1, Episodes 7-13) If I weren’t sold before, after finishing the first season of The Wire, I can now consider myself an avowed fan. The first half of the season was a lot of build up , and it turned out that the second half was a lot of pay off. I can’t wait […]

by Bob Degon

CliqueClack Flashback – Miami Vice

From the neon lights of Biscayne Boulevard to the feral swamps of the Everglades, the mid-1980s belonged to Miami Vice. Debuting in 1984 — on NBC at 10pm — the series not only altered cop shows, it influenced all of television by bringing a movie-like look and feel to the small screen. By setting and […]

by Scott Tunstall

Is Vince of Entourage unnecessary? – Guest Clack

Aryeh S. is back guest clacking for us again today …. Generally, one would use this type of column to arrive at a conclusion by making points to support a theory. In this instance, I will answer my posed question and then work backwards, so as not to leave you all thinking that I’m crazy: […]

by Debbie McDuffee

How I Met Your Mother: Barney is legendary – Guest Clack

Aryeh S. is back guest clacking for us again this week …. First of all, I’d just like to say that How I Met Your Mother is one of the best shows on television today. Granted, the premise has gotten lost (no complaints from me) and the relationship between Lily and Marshall makes no sense […]

by Debbie McDuffee

My Thursday plans – Iron Chef America marathon

Cate was kind enough to point out the USA marathons that are going on this week. While I do enjoy Will Ferrel’s Elf, I think I’ve seen it enough times, and at least once all the way through this holiday season. I never really understood the all-day movie marathon. Why would you need to see […]

by Bob Degon

Is Dollhouse a piece of My Own Worst Enemy-like garbage?

Let me start out by saying that 60% of me writes this out of jealousy, 20% out of disappointment and, the last 20%, of understanding. 60% Jealousy Last week (or perhaps the previous week), FOX sent an early screener of the new series Dollhouse out to just TCA members. Not only did the small group […]

by Keith McDuffee

How to survive TV’s hiatus

Breathe. I know it’s been a long time since your favorite shows have been on, but you’re going to be OK. I’m sure of it. Well, almost sure, but since this post is about thinking positive, go back to that breathing thing. If you are feeling that emptiness in the pit of your heart, that […]

by Debbie McDuffee