What John's Watching

Tonight's episode, Basic Genealogy, guest starred Katherine McPhee as Pierce's stepdaughter. Watch the whole episode online here (available Friday 3-12). Community Basic Genealogy Selected quotes from tonight's episode: Senor Chang: Hey, Phantom Menace, how's the trade embargo with the Naboo? Jeff: You want me to wingman YOU with your ex-stepdaughter? Cop: I may just be a simple cop, but people ... Read More

Last night's episode of Lost revealed quite a bit. Click for recaps of last week's episode, Sundown, and for ABC's official recap of this week's Dr. Linus. Some observations: Just as in 2007 on the island, Sideways Ben understands the psychology of a dictator who loses his power (RE Napoleon on Elba). Ilana knew who Miles was before meeting him.  "You're Miles ... Read More

Wow. Really trying to wrap my head around tonight's episode of Lost. Every episode seems to give some measure of forward movement on revealing the mysteries of the island, while at the same time adding more layers to that mystery. Tonight was no different, and I'm pretty boggled by what's going on. As previewed earlier, this ... Read More

Due to a medical emergency with Crystal Bowersox, it was the men who competed tonight and the women will sing tomorrow.  Tonight reminded me of why I usually skip Idol between Hollywood Week and the Top 12:  At this point in the competition it's really hard to stand out.  Michael "Big Mike" Lynche was the only one who sang tonight ... Read More

Here's what I'll be watching tonight:  Lost (ABC), Parenthood (NBC), last night's Damages (FX), and DVR Amerian Idol (Fox) for later. ... Read More

Game of Thrones, by George R.R. Martin, is one of those series I've been meaning to pick up since forever but have never made time for. Seems like I'll need to make the time now. James Hibberd at The Live Feed reports: The premium network has picked up the project for a first season debut next spring (below is the first ... Read More

Tonight's episode, Sundown, is Sayid-centric. Some analysis/predictions about tonight's episode at BuddyTV. Interesting line at BuddyTV about the mercenary, Keamy. Wonder what he's up to in the alternate timeline? The previews below don't give any clue, but there's an interesting exchange between Sayid and Dogen. ... Read More

Televisionary has a an advance preview of tonight's premiere of Parenthood on NBC: The series revolves around a sprawling Berkeley, California family who, amid frequent squabbles, come together seemingly several times a week for a series of rowdy and bustling family lunches and dinners.  Presided over by Craig T. Nelson's Zeek and Bonnie Bedelia's Camille, these family gatherings are meant to display ... Read More

I've always liked Jay Leno but haven't been a regular viewer of any of the late night shows for a number of years.  I'm more of a Letterman guy really.   Jay's a likable guy, not very edgy, but he does a pretty good show.  He's like the equivalent of ordering the Chicken Parmesan at every restaurant you go to: ... Read More

The Fake Name in this episode is Rafe Gruber, the assassin that Chuck takes the persona of as he goes undercover to accept an assassination contract.  To complicate matters, he needs to finish the job before 5pm so he can cook dinner for Hannah, Ellie, and Awesome to properly introduce his new girlfriend to his family.  **Spoiler Warning** Great to see ... Read More