RE: [TV orNotTV] The ladies of The Mary Tyler Moore Show reunite...

2013-04-09 Thread Melissa P
They were on Katie yesterday, which I made a special point of watching. What's interesting to me is that all of the MTM show castmates are still alive -- with the exception of Ted Knight. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: P/T confusion at CBS

2013-04-15 Thread Melissa P
It was the tie that caused the delay. I think they had to play two extra holes. (BTW I know nothing about golf; I was just waiting for 60 Minutes to come on.) From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Joe Hass Sent: Monday, April 15, 2013 2:46 PM To: TV

RE: [TV orNotTV] The worst way to start your news anchor career

2013-04-23 Thread Melissa P
Mr. Clemente will be on The Today Show tomorrow. -- -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups TV or Not TV group. To post to this group, send email to tvornottv@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send

RE: [TV orNotTV] The worst way to start your news anchor career

2013-04-24 Thread Melissa P
Hour 3 isn't the Kathy Lee Hour. I only watch the first two hours and therefore only saw the interview in the first hour that PGage mentioned. Should he have been fired? I dunno. To me, his use of profanity shows a lack of maturity. Something a news anchor should have. Melissa

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Last night's Colbert Report

2013-04-26 Thread Melissa P
I'll agree about Winnie Cooper. But I find Ms. Patrick one of the most uninteresting people on the face of this Earth. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Diner Sent: Friday, April 26, 2013 9:35 AM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Wrap: 'Idol' Bloodbath?

2013-05-09 Thread Melissa P
From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of M-D November Sent: Thursday, May 09, 2013 1:52 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] Re: Wrap: 'Idol' Bloodbath? AI has some serious issues to address, but the biggest issue in my eyes is

[TV orNotTV] What will set you back $23,000?

2013-05-17 Thread Melissa P
Someone among us, I believe, (can’t remember who it is) is a Molly Ringwald fan. So, when I saw this, I thought he would want to know how much she costs. http://www.washingtonpost.com

[TV orNotTV] Those were the days. RIP Jean Stapleton.

2013-06-01 Thread Melissa P
http://li.hollywoodreporter.com/click?s=62612t=newslettersz=728x90li=8696438e=takingupspace...@gmail.comp=MTkwMDI1NDQ1S0 http://li.hollywoodreporter.com/imp?s=62613t=newslettersz=1x1li=8696438e=takingupspace...@gmail.comp=MTkwMDI1NDQ1S0

RE: [TV orNotTV] Nyc

2013-06-02 Thread Melissa P
Lucky you. I was just wondering if I could do a one or two-day trip this month to catch both the Bette Midler and Tom Hanks shows. Don't see how I'm gonna do it. But you could. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Doug Eastick Sent: Sunday, June

RE: [TV orNotTV] Nyc

2013-06-02 Thread Melissa P
No no no no! Pippin was the first Broadway musical I saw -- my freshman year of college I visited my relatives in New York and they were so good to me -- took me everywhere I requested -- tour of the UN, West Point, Greenwich Village, and a Broadway musical. I've seen tons of musicals since then

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: The NBC Stars' Revenge

2013-06-10 Thread Melissa P
That WAS the best number -- among a lot of great numbers. I think the fact that the ratings were up this year is attributable entirely to NPH. His performance as an award show host has become must-see TV. I've still seen nothing about Pippin that would entice me to go (again), including

Re: [TV orNotTV] Celebrity Apprentice 'All-Stars 2 sighting

2013-06-13 Thread Melissa P
Celebrity Apprentice films in October and November, so I'm not sure what that was. On Thu, Jun 13, 2013 at 2:10 PM, Mark Jeffries spotligh...@gmail.comwrote: Further proof that Trump has lost it. The weakest season in the history of the franchise and they're doing All-Stars AGAIN? Mark

RE: [TV orNotTV] Oscar Music Branch Gets Untelevised Concert

2013-07-11 Thread Melissa P
Wish they had done this in the olden days when the music was actually good. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Jeffries Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2013 2:03 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] Oscar Music Branch Gets

RE: [TV orNotTV] Adam Lambert to Glee?

2013-07-13 Thread Melissa P
Years ago, Clay asked his fans not to defend him (because it usually does more harm than good), and almost everyone now complies with that request. Here's what I posted on a message board: Yeah. If it had happened 3 years ago -- when Glee was at the height of its popularity -- I would've been

RE: [TV orNotTV] Jenny McCarthy to The View???

2013-07-20 Thread Melissa P
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/16/business/media/jenny-mccarthy-to-join-the- view-on-abc.html?emc=eta1 According to Carter, one mothers group -- Every Child By Two - did weigh in. As I posted on FB, I'd like to see scientific organizations like AAAS and the National Academies speak up

RE: [TV orNotTV] Eydie of Steve ... Dies at 84

2013-08-12 Thread Melissa P
The good, old days when one actually had to be able to sing in order to make a living as a singer, and those who could sing were highly successful without having written the songs they sang. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf

RE: [TV orNotTV] Big Jaw Wraps It Up Feb. 6

2013-08-12 Thread Melissa P
I should note that I'm no fan of Jay's and the only time I watch any part of the show is on Mondays (Headlines). But - I was talking with my concert buddy the other day. He's younger than I am, and I think he's pretty representative of most of those who watch late nite TV. He is one of the

RE: [TV orNotTV] Big Jaw Wraps It Up Feb. 6

2013-08-14 Thread Melissa P
I asked him last night. He said he enjoys the show, thinks Jay's monologue is funny. He likes Fallon's skit work, but is unsure Fallon will do a monologue that measures up to Jay's. Like me, he finds too much of Letterman's monologue stale and repetitive. BTW I confess to watching Kimmel

RE: [TV orNotTV] Eydie of Steve ... Dies at 84

2013-08-14 Thread Melissa P
at 10:39 PM, Melissa P takingupspace...@gmail.com wrote: The good, old days when one actually had to be able to sing in order to make a living as a singer, and those who could sing were highly successful without having written the songs they sang. On the other hand, it was when the musical acts

RE: [TV orNotTV] now that CBS and Time Warner have settled

2013-09-02 Thread Melissa P
Got it. BTW I recently discovered that despite the heavy advertising (featuring Ms. Kaling or Mr. Cheadle), the new X1 DVR is available only to those Comcast customers who bundle. Since I don't have Comcast phone service, I don't qualify. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

RE: [TV orNotTV] now that CBS and Time Warner have settled

2013-09-03 Thread Melissa P
Interesting. After I wrote an email to a local government official, in which I mentioned that lawmakers and regulators don't look kindly on such anti-competitive practices, I heard back from a Comcast official almost immediately. She said that the X1 is currently only available to those who

[TV orNotTV] Long time, no see

2013-10-11 Thread Melissa P
Markie Post guest-starred on this week's episode of Back in the Game. Sent from my iPad -- -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups TV or Not TV group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [TV orNotTV] The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson

2013-10-13 Thread Melissa P
Let us know if you ever want to upload and share the episode! Sent from my iPad On Oct 13, 2013, at 8:04 PM, Kevin M. drunkbastar...@gmail.com wrote: Follow-up to the timing of episodes released. As suspected, they are grossly incomplete. I finally got around to digitizing the

RE: [TV orNotTV] Big Jaw on 60 Minutes

2014-01-28 Thread Melissa P
Thought it was a good piece (and I’m not a fan). Jay’s responses and comments were what you’d expect if you were in his unusual, illogical situation. I’ve really never understood the anger and criticism that’s directed at him. I think THAT’s illogical. Not liking the show he puts on is

RE: [TV orNotTV] Grammys

2014-01-29 Thread Melissa P
A little trivia that will interest no one: You Know Who recorded a song by Natalie Grant called The Real Me. At his request, she changed a few words for his recording. Apparently, she wrote the song about her battle with anorexia. For him, it's about being gay it's assumed. (He recorded it

RE: [TV orNotTV] Grammys

2014-01-30 Thread Melissa P
...@gmail.com wrote: It interested me. On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 7:09 PM, Melissa P takingupspace...@gmail.com wrote: A little trivia that will interest no one: You Know Who recorded a song by Natalie Grant called The Real Me. At his request, she changed a few words for his recording. Apparently

RE: [TV orNotTV] Seinfeld hints at something...

2014-01-31 Thread Melissa P
Just adding my agreement. It’s not as if Richards harmed another living being. Michael Vick, Chris Brown anyone? And, it’s not as if Richards hasn’t been punished. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of d...@flids.net Sent: Friday, January

RE: [TV orNotTV] Tonight transition begins, and so do the layoffs

2014-02-03 Thread Melissa P
Yeah, but you get it – that if a show starts filming at 7, it’s not going to be over in time to catch a bus. And, while I don’t mind long walks in the daylight, I really don’t want to do it after dark on deserted sidewalks. I’ve done it, but it’s spooky. But it’s good to read that –

[TV orNotTV] Odd costume choice

2014-02-20 Thread Melissa P
I just finished watching the Ladies' Figure Skating final. (No spoilers in this post.) Should I be critical of Tara and Johnny (and Terry Gannon, I think) for saying nothing about the costume choice of one of the Japanese skaters? She skated to Papa Can You Hear Me from Yentl and yet there

RE: [TV orNotTV] Cosmos Talk

2014-03-15 Thread Melissa P
Just wanted to say that I appreciate your insight. I had been wondering if the series had received any kind of mention on Fox News, which I rarely watch (Tyson was interviewed by Matt Lauer on The Today Show, and viewers were told that the show could be seen on the National Geographic

RE: [TV orNotTV] Here's your list of TNT spring/summer premieres

2014-03-16 Thread Melissa P
And, he'll use the same music. On Sun, Mar 16, 2014 at 2:41 PM, Adam Bowie a...@adambowie.co.uk wrote: It was Stephen Bochco's new series in the piece that interested me the most too. It must be said that from the face of it Murder in the First sounds just a little bit like Murder One.

RE: [TV orNotTV] Savannah Guthrie Announces She Had Sexual Intercourse Just Before Thanksgiving

2014-03-17 Thread Melissa P
They've been engaged/planning the wedding for months. My guess is that because of her age, they didn't want to waste any time. A week or so ago, I thought that she looked like she had gained weight and thought that she might be pregnant. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

Re: [TV orNotTV] CBS approached Chelsea well before Letterman decision

2014-04-05 Thread Melissa P
Yeah, I got to talk to him once when I attended the taping of a couple of shows. He was a law professor of one of my friends; I think he was something like a teaching assistant at the University of Miami law school. Sent from my iPad On Apr 5, 2014, at 12:21 PM, Mark Jeffries

RE: [TV orNotTV] NC 2nd District Primary Idol down to the wire

2014-05-07 Thread Melissa P
Thanks for the update! If elected, he'll make a great congressman. (After 11 years, I've finally had a couple of opportunities to spend some time with him.) And, to keep this TV-related, here's a link to the candidates' debate: http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=news/politics

RE: [TV orNotTV] NC 2nd District Primary Idol down to the wire

2014-05-12 Thread Melissa P
Actually, there’s no way that a count of the absentee ballots would change the election outcome, i.e., under North Carolina law, no recount, no run-off. According to one of his representatives, Mr. Crisco was planning to concede tomorrow. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

[TV orNotTV] Jeopardy story in the Washington Post

2014-06-02 Thread Melissa P
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/style-blog/wp/2014/06/02/jeopardy-behin d-the-scenes-7-things 'Jeopardy!' behind the scenes: 7 things I learned auditioning for America's favorite quiz show -- -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are

[TV orNotTV] FW: Andy Cohen Prepping 'I Slept With a Celebrity' Reality Show

2014-06-03 Thread Melissa P
I'm not an attorney, but I can't imagine this show getting off. the ground. http://shar.es/VMIL1 Andy Cohen is looking to expand his empire.The host of Bravo's Watch What Happens Live and exec producer behind The Real Housewives franchise is developing an unscripted series with the title I

RE: [TV orNotTV] FW: Andy Cohen Prepping 'I Slept With a Celebrity' Reality Show

2014-06-03 Thread Melissa P
On Tue, Jun 3, 2014 at 3:55 PM, Melissa P takingupspace...@gmail.com wrote: I’m not an attorney, but I can’t imagine this show getting off… the ground. http://shar.es/VMIL1 Andy Cohen is looking to expand his empire.The host of Bravo's Watch What Happens Live and exec producer behind

RE: [TV orNotTV] Maher to Do a Double for HBO in DC

2014-06-04 Thread Melissa P
Well, I appreciate the info. But I’m not a happy camper. I have a ticket for the Warner Theater show – which means I won’t be in the audience at SHH. The two theaters aren’t far apart. I assume he will just hop in a car and make the switch in under 5 minutes. Now, why can’t Real

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Arsenio Gets Renewed

2014-06-04 Thread Melissa P
You left out Joan Rivers. Meanwhile, Arsenio's manager claims that he is fielding offers from other sources to keep the show going--an undisclosed source told thewrap.com that OWN, E! and BET have expressed interest, although the first two claim BS and someone from E! says that Arsenio is

RE: [TV orNotTV] Supremes find against Aereo

2014-06-30 Thread Melissa P
Just thought I’d mention that a program exists to help judges with cases that involve science or technology: http://www.aaas.org/page/court-appointed-scientific-experts-case From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Joe Hass Sent: Monday, June 30,

RE: [TV orNotTV] News Changes at ABC

2014-07-01 Thread Melissa P
Not really related to the subject, but anyway… A few weeks ago, I made a special point of watching Fox News in the morning for more than hour because I wanted to know how it was covering the latest climate change report. The subject didn’t even get a mention even though it was a leading

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Walken to play tap-dancing Hook

2014-07-13 Thread Melissa P
At 35, He-who-shall-not-be-named is a little old for the part. Besides, other than a recent appearance on Colbert, he’s out of show business for awhile. But speaking of him, it looks like I’ll be watching Survivor for the first time in years; it’s all but certain that an ex-boyfriend of his

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Walken to play tap-dancing Hook

2014-07-15 Thread Melissa P
Quick question. I know the part’s going to be traditionally cast. But if someone like Chris Colfer – who has a really high voice – got the role, would the music still have to be reorchestrated? Also, since NBC’s footing the bill, the cost wouldn’t be an issue. BTW I’m surprised Colfer

RE: [TV orNotTV] Joan Rivers Has Died

2014-09-05 Thread Melissa P
Anyone know if Johnny banned guests from The Tonight Show if they went on Joan’s Fox show? The question has come up in another discussion I’m having. It’s a rumor that’s new to me. -- -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are

RE: [TV orNotTV] Secrest... in at Today?

2011-12-08 Thread Melissa P
I think it's just to nudge Matt into re-upping. I could see Seacrest being offered the opportunity to do contributing pieces for Today - as sort of a training experience for him - and to keep Matt (or whoever replaces him) on his toes. BTW I find Ann extremely disappointing. She's not

Re: [TV orNotTV] Which New York-based talk show host was serviced by a hooker in the mid 1990s?

2011-12-14 Thread Melissa P
H Isn't currently doing a show? That's Regis! On 12/14/11, Tom Wolper twol...@gmail.com wrote: On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 9:57 AM, M-D November mdnovem...@gmail.com wrote: Conan did some improv work with (I think) the Groundlings in LA, but had no background in theater. My guess would be

RE: [TV orNotTV] Letterman Christmas Shows

2011-12-24 Thread Melissa P
Another part of the Letterman Christmas tradition is Paul's imitation of Cher singing O Holy Night. I didn't get home 'til midnight last night, so I missed the first part of the show and am not sure if that bit was done this year. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Letterman Christmas Shows

2011-12-25 Thread Melissa P
Sikula dsik...@yahoo.com wrote: Donz can confirm it, but I don't think they've done O Holy Night for three years now. --Dave Sikula On Dec 24, 8:59 am, Tom Wolper twol...@gmail.com wrote: On Sat, Dec 24, 2011 at 11:21 AM, Melissa P takingupspace...@gmail.com wrote: Another part

RE: [TV orNotTV] Official: He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named on 'Celeb Apprentice'

2012-01-04 Thread Melissa P
What's funny is the contestants having to go along with the pretense that only 3 (of the 15) episodes have been filmed (when the real number is 14). And -- who knew Adam Carolla could be funny? Quote: Jamie Steinberg @NotYerAvgChick22m Reply .@adamcarolla joked he had sex w/ Claymates since

RE: [TV orNotTV] OT: LAX or PSP trip April 2012

2012-01-08 Thread Melissa P
Would definitely do the Universal Tour; would skip City Walk. There is a free shuttle that takes you up the hill (or at least there used to be). It's such a steep ride, it'll probably be fun for your son. The La Brea tar pit museum is cool. Melissa

RE: [TV orNotTV] BriWi Tells Gawker What He Thinks of Del Rey, Pisses Off NBC

2012-01-17 Thread Melissa P
Yeah, I thought SNL was playing a joke on its audience. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Karla Robinson Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2012 9:36 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [TV orNotTV] BriWi Tells Gawker

RE: [TV orNotTV] BriWi Tells Gawker What He Thinks of Del Rey, Pisses Off NBC

2012-01-17 Thread Melissa P
_ From: Melissa P takingupspace...@gmail.com Subject: RE: [TV orNotTV] BriWi Tells Gawker What He Thinks of Del Rey, Pisses Off NBC Yeah, I thought SNL was playing a joke on its audience. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: BriWi Tells Gawker What He Thinks of Del Rey, Pisses Off NBC

2012-01-18 Thread Melissa P
Yes, most of them aren't worth listening to. But at least we know why they were booked -- as difficult as it may be to understand, they've had success as recording artists. The same can't be said about Ms. Del Rey/Grant. BTW there was another equally awful female singer on last season's SNL;

RE: [TV orNotTV] NBC leftovers from last week

2012-01-20 Thread Melissa P
That's slightly old news. I'm betting the finale won't be pushed back a week (and out of Sweeps). Is that even a possibility? -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bob in Jersey Sent: Friday, January 20, 2012 5:07 PM To:

[TV orNotTV] Not quite lost footage from The Tonight Show

2012-01-25 Thread Melissa P
Got email this morning from my sister. In addition to inquiring about the health of my cat (who is terminally ill with a defective heart and has now been alive for almost 11 months after she was given 3-6 months), she forwarded links to what I think is a fascinating bit of history. If you

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Pat Sajak admits to hosting Wheel of Fortune while drunk

2012-01-26 Thread Melissa P
Brian Williams covered the story tonight. -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups TV or Not TV group. To post to this group, send email to tvornottv@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

RE: [TV orNotTV] Ben Gazzara Dead @81: Guess he squeezed more than thirty years of living into more than one or two...

2012-02-04 Thread Melissa P
I discovered Ben Gazzara watching QB VIII, one of the few movies (or made-for-TV movies) that's better than the book. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of PGage Sent: Friday, February 03, 2012 11:32 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV

RE: [TV orNotTV] Adam Carolla-Kevin Smith dust up

2012-02-04 Thread Melissa P
Appreciate the thorough explanation. For some strange reason, Carolla and Clay have bonded. Clay went to his recent stand-up show in Durham, a show that definitely has a homophobic vibe (I went to the one in Silver Spring). Here's to hoping Carolla will clean up his act in the future now

RE: [TV orNotTV] RIP Whitney Houston

2012-02-11 Thread Melissa P
I would, too. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of PGage Sent: Saturday, February 11, 2012 8:58 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [TV orNotTV] RIP Whitney Houston If it were up to me I would arrest BB for murder tonight. -- TV

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: RIP Whitney Houston

2012-02-12 Thread Melissa P
In watching some of the tributes this morning, I'm surprised that I haven't seen a clip of the SNL performance of I'm Your Baby Tonight, IMO SNL's finest musical performance of all time. -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are subscribed to the

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: sounds like last year

2012-03-01 Thread Melissa P
Hollywood Reporter: Last month, when the nominations were announced for the 84th Oscars, the most common reaction -- after Extremely Loud Incredibly Close for best picture?! -- was, Why are there only two nominees for best original song?! (For the record, they are Man or Muppet from The Muppets,

RE: [TV orNotTV] Chelsea is Not There (For Long)

2012-03-04 Thread Melissa P
Saw the subject line and my first thought was that Chelsea Clinton was gone from NBC (although I think I've read that that's not the case at all). You know Laura Prepon from That 70s Show. Never been able to find anything appealing about Chelsea Handler. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

RE: [TV orNotTV] Chelsea is Not There (For Long)

2012-03-04 Thread Melissa P
The info's in this Hollywood Reporter list: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tv-pilots-2012-complete-guide-287 221 From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Jeffries Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2012 5:21 PM To:

RE: [TV orNotTV] Chelsea is Not There (For Long)

2012-03-05 Thread Melissa P
It is my wish that a certain Celebrity Apprentice contestant be considered for this show. Yes, I know. The chances of that happening are next to zero. However, I do think that one of the three main characters could be gay (especially since the director is). From:

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: CBS renews in bulk. I'd be worried if I was ¡Rob!

2012-03-15 Thread Melissa P
Cool. The theme reminds me of my days in marching band. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jay Lewis Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2012 6:28 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [TV orNotTV] Re: CBS renews in bulk.

RE: [TV orNotTV] TV Phone History [Was: Sitcoms introduced to whole new generation]

2012-03-20 Thread Melissa P
A few thoughts at the end of the day. And - combining two threads. Let's take one series: Beverly Hills 90210 First, it's interesting to note that in the first series, no one had a cell phone. What a contrast with the current version. Secondly, I'm really only half paying attention

RE: [TV orNotTV] NBC wants you to get Smashed, longer

2012-03-22 Thread Melissa P
Well, I love it. Best thing about it? The music. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Jeffries Sent: Thursday, March 22, 2012 4:49 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [TV orNotTV] NBC wants you to get Smashed, longer

[TV orNotTV] Life's a Peach

2012-03-26 Thread Melissa P
A Celebrity Apprentice update. Because I know you're not watching! Clay was the project manager in last night's episode; the other project manager was Aubrey O'Day, the other redhead. And, yes, the two actually get along in real life. They hung out together in Florida yesterday and sang the

RE: [TV orNotTV] SNL Vintage Music Performance

2012-04-15 Thread Melissa P
Perhaps you watched American Idol this past week? Two of the contestants performed the song as a duet. BTW I can't recall hearing it before this week either. But I'll soon be downloading it from Amazon, I suspect. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On

RE: [TV orNotTV] Jon Lovitz slams President foully

2012-04-25 Thread Melissa P
Just saw that he's going to be in town next month. Apparently, the show is sold out. http://www.arlingtondrafthouse.com/default.aspx?page=event http://www.arlingtondrafthouse.com/default.aspx?page=eventrefcd=NEWSLTeid =1246 refcd=NEWSLTeid=1246 From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

RE: [TV orNotTV] three years since...

2012-05-05 Thread Melissa P
Me, too. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin M. Sent: Saturday, May 05, 2012 12:11 AM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] three years since... ... and I still miss Tom's writing so much

RE: [TV orNotTV] Nice article about Alex Trebek

2012-05-11 Thread Melissa P
CBS Sunday Morning will have a segment on Trebek this Sunday. BTW I went to the Jeopardy taping here in DC a couple of weeks ago. Next up on Sunday will be Face the Nation where one of the guests will be Mr. Aiken, who this week has made the jump from talking head on cable to broadcast TV.

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: RIP to the swingingest Dick in Hollywood

2012-05-13 Thread Melissa P
Pyramid Power, Over Me By DICK CAVETT http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/11/pyramid-power-over-me/?nl=to daysheadlinesemc=edit_th_20120512 -- TV or Not TV The Smartest (TV) People! You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups TV or Not TV group. To

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Wiig's SNL Swan Song

2012-05-20 Thread Melissa P
Wasn't Eddie Murphy nominated for Dream Girls? -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Michael Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2012 5:35 PM To: TVorNotTV Subject: [TV orNotTV] Re: Wiig's SNL Swan Song On May 20, 2:05 pm, Brad Beam

[TV orNotTV] Was it too much to expect that Celebrity Apprentice would have a satisfying ending?

2012-05-23 Thread Melissa P
I assume I'm the only one here following the aftermath of what happened on Sunday night. I'm glad I waited a few days. And, I'm also glad (and surprised) that several contestants (namely Adam Carolla, Debbie Gibson, Dee Snyder, and Penn Jillette have gone public with their feelings). Adam has

RE: [TV orNotTV] 'Community' Damage Control

2012-05-24 Thread Melissa P
Maybe NBC insisted on it? From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Jeffries http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/leaked-memo-dan-harmon-community- studio-talking-points-nbc-328815 Interesting that even though Sony fired Harmon, the

RE: [TV orNotTV] Was it too much to expect that Celebrity Apprentice would have a satisfying ending?

2012-05-24 Thread Melissa P
You are correct about Annie Duke raising more money than Joan Rivers (who won). I think what makes this season different from the previous four are the reactions from the contestants who participated in the final task. All of them thought Clay had it in the bag - because his event was better,

RE: [TV orNotTV] Was it too much to expect that Celebrity Apprentice would have a satisfying ending?

2012-05-24 Thread Melissa P
No need to comment on what Kevin said. He said it perfectly. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin M. Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 11:19 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [TV orNotTV] Was it too much to

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Was it too much to expect that Celebrity Apprentice would have a satisfying ending?

2012-05-25 Thread Melissa P
Yes, the show was taped last Fall. Except for the finale, which was broadcast live last week AFTER Comcast signed with Aspire. Trump could have gone either way. And, maybe he did choose Arsenio because he likes him more. That's fine. But it left the viewing audience and the other contestants

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: Was it too much to expect that Celebrity Apprentice would have a satisfying ending?

2012-05-25 Thread Melissa P
Thanks, Dave. Your reaction is what I hoped for back in October: From: Melissa P [mailto:takingupspace...@gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, October 15, 2011 12:12 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [TV orNotTV] You're neither hired or fired. BTW I've always watched the Apprentice shows

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: NBC wants you to get Smashed, longer

2012-05-26 Thread Melissa P
He does sound good on the soundtrack. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Tom Wolper Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 12:40 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [TV orNotTV] Re: NBC wants you to get Smashed, longer

RE: [TV orNotTV] 5,500+ Hours of Olympics on Networks of Kabletown

2012-05-26 Thread Melissa P
Okay, I confess to being a fairly regular viewer of Watch What Happens Live. And - I must be a fan of Andy Cohen. Because I went to his book-signing last week. I doubt that anyone else here watches the show, so I just want it noted that the show this week with Dan Rather and John Mayer was

RE: [TV orNotTV] Question for the braintrust...

2012-05-29 Thread Melissa P
Katy Perry's Waking Up in Vegas -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin M. Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 12:00 AM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] Question for the braintrust... I'm looking for some

RE: [TV orNotTV] Today's braintrust question...

2012-06-05 Thread Melissa P
Does Smokey the Bear count? -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin M. Sent: Tuesday, June 05, 2012 1:53 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] Today's braintrust question... What are the best/most

RE: [TV orNotTV] Ellen's ex lands Lily role in Munsters redo

2012-06-13 Thread Melissa P
Ex? AFAIK they're still married. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bob in Jersey Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 10:36 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] Ellen's ex lands Lily role in Munsters redo Portia de Rossi gets

RE: [TV orNotTV] Worse than conference realignment

2012-06-26 Thread Melissa P
a family, I believe (not that I think that was a good reason for not hiring her six years ago). So, I assume that requirement's been dropped, if Savannah gets the job. Melissa P. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of David

RE: DVR notice - Re: [TV orNotTV] Another power outage in SCG-land

2012-06-28 Thread Melissa P
As usual, I tuned into Letterman last night only to find a golf update, I guess. When I tried again, maybe 20 minutes later, Letterman was in the midst of his monologue. At the end of the monologue, there was an announcement of the next segment’s Top Ten List. However, when the show returned

RE: [TV orNotTV] Re: OT: Work

2012-07-01 Thread Melissa P
Go for it, Kevin. Seeing what happened to my sister (let go after working for the same company for 11 years) and several friends with similar stories, I know how fortunate I was that I made the decision to take a job with the federal government. Good salary, interesting work, regular hours,

RE: [TV orNotTV] Piers Morgan and Robert Blake

2012-07-16 Thread Melissa P
Listened to the interview last night. FYI -- the murdered wife's family will be on the show tonight. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Kevin M. Sent: Thursday, July 12, 2012 10:59 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com

RE: [TV orNotTV] The headaches at Idol

2012-07-16 Thread Melissa P
As much as I'd like to see one former contestant (who left 19 long ago) in particular get the job (because he'd be really good at it), I have another suggestion for those doing the hiring: Nikki Anders of The Glee Project would be perfect for the job. And, because she's still relatively unknown,

RE: [TV orNotTV] The headaches at Idol

2012-07-17 Thread Melissa P
for the gig? J Doug Fields Tampa, FL From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Melissa P Sent: Monday, July 16, 2012 11:02 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [TV orNotTV] The headaches at Idol As much as I'd like to see one former

Re: [TV orNotTV] Country star sought as Idol judge

2012-07-25 Thread Melissa P
Paisley makes total sense. A win-win situation. On 7/25/12, Bob in Jersey bob.in.jer...@juno.com wrote: I don't think it stems from Blake Shelton being on *The Voice*, but Nellie A hears Brad Paisley -- who has recorded with Carrie Underwood and toured with Scotty McCreery -- is being

RE: [TV orNotTV] CBS shakes up This Morning

2012-07-28 Thread Melissa P
I think that's the case. Or, at least that's the impression I have. I've only watched a few minutes here and there in searches for something more interesting than what's on the competition. So far, I haven't seen anything that would cause me to change my habits. From:

RE: [TV orNotTV] What would Comcast spend $180 million on?

2012-07-28 Thread Melissa P
The service technician who (somewhat) fixed a problem recently told me that Comcast is concentrating on its new security business and that my request -- a DVR that records several shows at the same time -- was on the back burner. Also receiving lower priority than its security business, he told

RE: [TV orNotTV] NBC's Ryan Cutaway

2012-08-11 Thread Melissa P
I'm not sure who's taking credit for what, but several days ago, Chuck Todd pretty much said that Ryan was the pick. -Original Message- From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of David Lynch Sent: Saturday, August 11, 2012 12:33 PM To:

RE: [TV orNotTV] NBC's Ryan Cutaway

2012-08-11 Thread Melissa P
Cutaway On Sat, Aug 11, 2012 at 10:50 AM, Melissa P takingupspace...@gmail.com wrote: I'm not sure who's taking credit for what, but several days ago, Chuck Todd pretty much said that Ryan was the pick. What I saw from Todd in recent days were predictions about what Romney would do; last

RE: [TV orNotTV] CNN: Screw this news shit, let's do some reality, reports NYPost

2012-08-14 Thread Melissa P
I thought I read recently that Logo's going to make some changes to become more like Bravo. Not that that would really change its orientation. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Jeffries Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 3:50 PM To:

RE: [TV orNotTV] William WIndom Dies at 88

2012-08-19 Thread Melissa P
The Farmer's Daughter. One of the first shows I loved. From: tvornottv@googlegroups.com [mailto:tvornottv@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Jeffries Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2012 4:16 PM To: tvornottv@googlegroups.com Subject: [TV orNotTV] William WIndom Dies at 88 Many, many film,

RE: [TV orNotTV] NYT: Kimmel to 11:35, Nightline to 12:35

2012-08-21 Thread Melissa P
Add my name to those who think Conan is the logical choice to replace Dave. However, my dilemma is more immediate. Although I find Dave himself much more appealing, Kimmel's writing staff has been doing a better job. The competition will probably force Dave to make some long-needed changes.

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