KPonTV Podcast – Episode 15 – Walking Dead, TV News, Premieres & Finales and More

Ep 15. TV News, The Walking Dead, Premieres/Finales

We catch up on some recent TV news, get ready with some more mid-season premiere dates AND some spring finale dates. We find out what shows listeners are done with this season too.

We also speak to TheTwoCents’ Sr. Managing Editor Rachel (@RachParkBishTTC) about this season of The Walking Dead – including the finale! We even get some insight from her husband Kyle Bishop (@DrWalkingDead) who is a published “zombie expert”. Check out the book he was a contributor on “Triumph of the Walking Dead”.

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New Girl – Recap & Review – Fancyman Part 1

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New Girl
Fancyman Part 1

Original Air Date: Mar 20, 2012

Rachel M – Senior Staff Writer
rachelm@thetwocentscorp.com

Jess is in a bit of a bind at work. One of the big fancy donors (Dermot Mulroney) at school is also kind of a jerk. His daughter needs some help, but he won’t listen to Jess. To be fair, it’s kind of hard to take Jess seriously sometimes. Winston is upset with Schmidt for making him look bad in front of his girl. Schmidt is on a roll!

Nick is broke and has a horrible credit score, he can’t even get a phone. So convene the team for solutions!

Raising Hope – Recap & Review – Poking Holes in the Story

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Raising Hope
Poking Holes in the Story

Original Air Date: Mar 20, 2012

Rachel M – Senior Staff Writer
rachelm@thetwocentscorp.com

Virginia gets to see some pretty interesting things in her house cleaning. One of those things is the drama of a teenage girl. And unfortunately for Virginia, the Chance family needs some fast cash to pay for “safe” baby toys for Hope. She takes on the care and feeding of a spoiled ridiculous teenage girl for two weeks.

Poor Burt though, he loves his wife so much. They can’t stand to be apart from each other! While they are off gallivanting, Jimmy has to take care of Maw Maw. Now that’s unfortunate.

The Muppets Honored With Star On Hollywood Walk of Fame

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The world‐renowned Muppets received a star on the Hollywood Walk (“Wocka Wocka”) of Fame today from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in celebration of the release of Disney’s “The Muppets” on Blu‐ray Combo Pack and DVD. The celebration was emceed by Chamber President and CEO Leron Gubler, with special guest speakers Rich Ross, Chairman, The Walt Disney Studios and Lisa Henson, CEO, The Jim Henson Company. Several Muppets were on hand to receive the star including Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie, Gonzo, Animal, Pepe, Sweetums, and Walter, the newest Muppet, who made his debut in Disney’s 2011 film. The Muppets’ star is the 2,466th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and is located in front of the historic El Capitan Theatre.

“Thanks to creative genius Jim Henson and these extraordinary puppeteers, the Muppets are truly worldwide icons and Hollywood stars,” said Ross. “They are a treasured part of the Disney family, and we’re thrilled to see them join so many other luminaries on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.”

Two and a Half Men – Recap & Review – Palmdale, Ech

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Two and a Half Men
Palmdale, Ech

Original Air Date: Mar 19, 2012

FK – Sr. Editor
farrah@thetwocentscorp.com

We’ve had a few weeks off from the Harper/Schmidt clan and that’s actually okay. What’s not okay? Having Kathy Bates play the ghost of Charlie Harper (coming in the next few weeks). Well, maybe it is. I’m not quite sure. But at this point, I guess nothing is surprising about this show. At least we’ve moved on from the constant shots of naked Walden.

This week it’s a tale of two mothers when Lyndsey and Alan introduce their mothers to each other. How will that go over?

PBS Salutes Earth Day This April

This April, PBS salutes Earth Day, Sunday, April 22, 2012, with an exciting month-long slate of new and encore programming. NOVA presents “Deadliest Tornadoes,” a look back at one of the worst tornado outbreaks in the U.S. in decades, and “Secrets of the Sun,” offering a greater understanding of our nearest star. New specials include ENERGY QUEST USA, inspiring stories of how ordinary citizens are making planet-friendly energy choices, and POWERING THE PLANET, an eye-opening look at sustainable energy solutions. INDEPENDENT LENS presents “Revenge of the Electric Car,” a look at the global resurgence of the electric car, and “Facing the Storm,” a wide-ranging history of bison and the attempts to bring them back to roam free. With other primetime premieres from NATURE and AMERICAN EXPERIENCE, the weeks leading up to Earth Day give viewers the opportunity to explore the wonders of nature.

“PBS offers programs on nature, science and the environment year round, but April provides an ideal opportunity to focus on the vast array of content in this area,” said John Wilson, SVP and Chief Programming Executive. “From energy efficiency to extreme weather, from adventures in nature to wild animals, from electric cars to the amazing landscape of our country, we’ve got something to match our viewers’ interests.”

TBS Sets Summer Premieres For New Shows

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Thursdays are about to get funnier than ever. TBS has announced its original buddy comedy Men at Work, starring Danny Masterson (That ’70s Show, Yes Man), Michael Cassidy (The O.C.), Adam Busch (Buffy the Vampire Slayer) and James Lesure (Las Vegas), will air Thursdays at 10 p.m. (ET/PT), beginning May 24. TBS’s new workplace comedy Sullivan & Son, starring popular comedian Steve Byrne, will take over the timeslot when it premieres Thursday, July 19, at 10 p.m. (ET/PT). The announcement comes just as TBS claims an important victory as basic cable’s #1 network with adults 18-34 and adults 18-49 in primetime.

Created by Breckin Meyer (TNT’s Franklin & Bash, Robot Chicken), Men at Work follows the misadventures of four buddies who work together at a magazine. Masterson plays the recently dumped Milo, whose friends are determined to help him get back in the game. Cassidy plays Tyler, a features writer who brings a dose of style and sophistication to the group. Busch is Neal, a somewhat nebbish reporter and the only one in the group with a steady girlfriend. And Lesure is Gibbs, a photographer and successful ladies man. Together, the four serve as each other’s wingmen as they navigate work, friendship and women.

SNL Springs Into April With Two New Shows

new shows in april

On April 7th, Sofia Vergara will make her debut appearance as host. The Emmy nominated actress can currently be seen in the six-time Emmy Award-winning series, “Modern Family.”

One Direction will make their debut appearance as musical guest. The group’s BRIT Award-winning debut single, “What Makes You Beautiful,” was the highest debut for a UK group in over 15 years on the Billboard HOT 100. The group released their debut album “Up All Night” in the United States on March 13th. “Up All Night” is already a global success entering the charts at number one in six countries.

How I Met Your Mother – Recap & Review – The Broath

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How I Met Your Mother
The Broath

Original Air Date: Mar 19, 2012

Caitlin –Staff Writer
caitlin@thetwocentscorp.com

In case you’re looking at the title of this episode and wondering just what a “broath” is, never fear. That’s quickly answered as the episode opens with Barney swearing Ted to secrecy over the truth of Quinn’s profession.

See, she’s about to meet the rest of the gang, and he’s worried about how they’d react. As Barney’s bro, Ted takes an oath that he won’t reveal either this or how she’s tricked Barney in the past. Bro + oath = “broath”.

House – Recap & Review – Love Is Blind

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House
Love Is Blind

Original Air Date: Mar 19, 2012

Shannon – Associate Editor
shannon@thetwocentscorp.com

A blind man, Will, buys a diamond engagement ring. When he leaves the store his hearing goes all wonky and he somehow manages to wander out into traffic. Another pedestrian wanders over to help him and he manages not to get plastered by a vehicle.

Wilson wanders into the hospital with House’s mom, Blythe. House pretends he’s in Baltimore for a medical conference but he’s really hiding out in PPTH. She tries to hide it from Wilson but he manages to find out that Blythe has terminal cancer. The hospital admission bracelet and the book on terminal cancer gave it away.