Weeds – Recap & Review – A Beam of Sunshine

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Weeds
A Beam of Sunshine

Original Air Date: Jul 8, 2012

Melanie – TwoCents Reviewer
melanie@thetwocentscorp.com

At the end of last episode, Nancy looked to be heading towards the grave, and for a moment I really thought they were going to do it. Without Nancy in their lives, all the boys that orbit her would have not only a chance to go off and do their own thing like they’ve all at times wanted to, but also a chance to realize who they are outside of defining themselves by their relationship with Nancy.

But we find out immediately this episode that Nancy hasn’t kicked it- yet- but there’s something different about her. Will her family be able to cope with the new Nancy? And what is up with Andy and Jill?

Gavin DeGraw To Perform On “America’s Got Talent” Wednesday, July 11

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NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” the number one show of the summer, will present a special performance by Gavin DeGraw, singing his current single and album’s title track, “Sweeter,” during the live results show on Wednesday, July 11 (9-10 pm ET). The evening will also include a high-energy performance by the urban circus TRACES, featuring elements of acrobatics, street performance, and contemporary music.

Gavin DeGraw is no stranger to the top of the charts. He first broke through with the 2003 release of his debut album, CHARIOT, which sold over a million copies, earned platinum certification, and yielded three hit singles: “I Don’t Want To Be,” “Follow Through,” and the title-track, “Chariot.” Gavin’s self-titled second album debuted at No. 1 on the digital sales chart and at No. 7 on Billboard’s Top 200 album chart in 2008, earning Gavin his first Top 10 album. It spawned the hit singles “In Love With A Girl,” which Billboard dubbed “a rocking homerun,” and the gold-certified “We Belong Together.” In 2009, Gavin released FREE as a gift to his die-hard fans clamoring for recorded versions of Gavin’s live favorites. DeGraw released his third studio album, SWEETER in September of 2011. The album’s first single, “Not Over You,” co-written with OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder, reached #1 on the Hot AC charts, was a top 10 hit on Top 40, and was recently certified double platinum. The album’s second single, the title track “Sweeter,” continues to climb the sales and radio charts and was most recently featured as the spotlight track in HBO’s 2012 summer television air spot. http://www.gavindegraw.com

Nominees Announced For 2012 NCLR Alma Awards, Airing September 21

who are the nominees?

The nominees for the 2012 NCLR (National Council of La Raza) ALMA Awards have been announced, and fans can now vote for their favorite stars online at ALMAAwards.com. There, they can also enter for the chance to attend the show as an ALMA Awards VIP during the taping of the one-hour prime-time special to air Friday, September 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET on NBC.

The NCLR ALMA Awards will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month as a celebration of the entertainers who have upheld and promoted a socially proactive image of Hispanic culture in today’s media. The telecast will showcase the spirit and accomplishments of some of the most prolific Latinos in the entertainment industry, spanning music, television, and film.

“Live! With Kelly” Announces Ten Semi-Finalists For “Coast-to-Coast Co-Host Search”

who will be the new co-host?

Today Emmy-winning syndicated morning show “LIVE! with Kelly” announced the ten semi-finalists for “LIVE’s Coast-To-Coast Co-Host Search,” which will give one lucky viewer the chance to go from watching “LIVE” at home to co-hosting for a day with Kelly Ripa.

Thousands of viewers submitted video entries, of up to 60 seconds in length, demonstrating why they should have a chance to co-host with Kelly. On July 3, the submissions of 25 top contenders were posted on the “LIVE” website, and today the Top Ten were announced live on the show. They are:

HBO Releases Premiere Dates for Boardwalk Empire & Treme

The debut dates for the new seasons of the HBO series BOARDWALK EMPIRE and TREME have been confirmed.

The 12-episode third season of BOARDWALK EMPIRE kicks off SUNDAY, SEPT. 16 at 9:00 p.m. (ET/PT). Set in the 1920s in the early days of Prohibition, this Golden Globe-winning series chronicles the life and times of “Nucky” Thompson, the undisputed leader of Atlantic City. Steve Buscemi stars as Thompson; other cast members include Kelly Macdonald, Michael Shannon, Shea Whigham, Jack Huston, Stephen Graham, Michael Stuhlbarg, Vincent Piazza, Paul Sparks, Michael Kenneth Williams, Gretchen Mol and Bobby Cannavale. The series was created by Terence Winter, who also serves as executive producer with Martin Scorsese, Stephen Levinson, Mark Wahlberg and Tim Van Patten.

TREME launches its ten-episode third season SUNDAY, SEPT. 23 at 10:00 p.m. (ET/PT). From David Simon, creator of “The Wire” and “Generation Kill,” and Eric Overmyer, writer-producer of “Homicide: Life on the Street,” this HBO series explores a unique American culture rebuilding after historic devastation, chronicling the life of New Orleans residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Cast members include Wendell Pierce, Khandi Alexander, Clarke Peters, Rob Brown,Steve Zahn, Kim Dickens, Melissa Leo, Michiel Huisman, Lucia Micarelli, Jon Seda, David Morse and India Ennenga.

Demi Lovato Announced As Teen Choice 2012 Host

ssh! don’t spoil the winners!

Singer, actress and THE X FACTOR judge, Demi Lovato, is set to host TEEN CHOICE 2012, airing LIVE Sunday, July 22 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. Also, Cat Deeley has been added to the choice list of talent scheduled to appear.

TEEN CHOICE 2012 celebrates the hottest teen icons in television, music, film, sports, fashion, comedy and the web. Previously announced participants include Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Miley Cyrus, Zooey Deschanel, Ellen DeGeneres, Jason Derulo, Zac Efron, Selena Gomez, Lucy Hale, Josh Hutcherson, Victoria Justice, Laura and Vanessa Marano, Bridgit Mendler, Lea Michele, Shay Mitchell, Tyler Posey, Gordon Ramsay, Dax Shepard, Sophia Grace and Rosie, Jordin Sparks and Taylor Swift.

Army Wives – Recap & Review – Battle Scars

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Army Wives
Battle Scars

Original Air Date: Jul 8, 2012

Will – Associate Staff Writer
will@thetwocentscorp.com

Army Wives never disappoints when it comes to the emotions that are displayed in this show and this weeks episode was no different. We pick up where we left off where Cody is staying with Trevor and Roxy for a while and Cody is not happy that his wife just left him out of nowhere. I completely agree with him because she left when the going got tough and that is what you don’t do in a marriage.

We also turn to another marriage that is in trouble and that is Hector and Gloria. Gloria is understandably angry at Hector because he cheated on her when she did not listen and quit the Hump Bar. This fight is also affecting Hector in Army and Trevor gives him an ultimatum to get his marriage fixed with a marriage counselor or get a divorce.

Farewell…Ernest Borgnine

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Ernest Borgnine, Actor

Known for his memorable roles on the big and small screen, Ernest Borgnine has died. He was 95.

The Oscar winner for his role in “Marty” in 1955 is best known to television fans as the scheming Navy officer in the 1960s comedy series “McHale’s Navy.” Borgnine himself served in the Navy and began taking theater classes after serving during World War II.

Borgnine’s most recent performances on TV received awards praise. He became the oldest performer to receive a Golden Globe nomination for his role in the 2007 television movie “A Grandpa for Christmas.” In 2009 he was nominated for an Emmy for his guest performance in the final season of “ER.” You may also recognize his voice as “Mermaid Man” on “Spongebob Squarepants.”

Second Season of Syfy’s “Alphas” to Feature Steller Lineup of Guest Stars

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The second season of Syfy’s hit series Alphas, produced by Universal Cable Productions and BermanBruan Television, returns Monday, July 23 at 10PM ET/PT with a deep roster of guest stars. New this season are Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Rudy), C. Thomas Howell (Southland), Lauren Holly (NCIS), Steve Byers (Immortals, Total Recall), Kandyse McClure (Battlestar Galactica) and Noah Reid (Rookie Blue). Returning guest stars include John Pyper-Ferguson (Caprica, Brothers and Sisters) as Stanton Parish, Kathleen Munroe (Haven, Stargate Universe) as Dani Rosen and Mahershala Ali (Treme, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button) as Agent Nathan Cley. Summer Glau (Dollhouse, Firefly) who was a fan favorite last season playing an Alpha, Skylar Adams, will return for three episodes.

Alphas stars David Strathairn as Dr. Lee Rosen, Malik Yoba as Bill Harken, Warren Christie as Cameron Hicks, Azita Ghanizada as Rachel Pirzad, Ryan Cartwright as Gary Bell and Laura Mennell as Nina Theroux. Erin Way (Detroit 187, Private Practice) joins the cast this season as Kat, a mysterious young loner whose Alpha ability equips her with perfect muscle memory, making her a “quick study.” But while her skills are permanent, her personal memories are short-lived.

Wilfred – Recap & Review – Dignity

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Wilfred
Dignity

Original Air Date: Jul 5, 2012

Kym – TwoCents Reviewer
kym@thetwocentscorp.com

“Let not a man guard his dignity, but let his dignity guard him.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

Hmm, food for thought as usual. Is this part of what Wilfred represents? The guardian of Ryan’s dignity. True or not, it’s clear from the beginning of this week’s episode that Ryan still hasn’t learned how to say no to authority figures. Oh, and who gives a dog his own cell phone?