Psych – Recap & Review – In For A Penny…

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Psych
In For A Penny…

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Anne – Associate Editor
anne@thetwocentscorp.com

When I heard that William Shatner was going to guest star as Juliet’s dad, I couldn’t wait for this episode. Denny Crane. James Tiberius Kirk. The man, the legend. He definitely didn’t disappoint. Before we jump into this episode, let me give a quick summary of last week’s episode. I was sick and didn’t get a chance to do a full review. Basically, Shawn went undercover, along with Gus, into an insane asylum to prove that a criminal wasn’t really crazy. Molly Ringwald guest starred at a nurse. Her name was Lavender, which I am taking as a play on Pretty in Pink. Shawn solved the case, Kenny G saved the day and we learned that Shawn sleeps with a teddy bear. Aww. Now, onto this week…

American Horror Story – Recap & Review – Spooky Little Girl

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American Horror Story
Spooky Little Girl

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Kym – TwoCents Reviewer
kym@thetwocentscorp.com

This weeks episode starts in 1947 with a dentist operating out of the house and the integration of Hollywood’s most famous unsolved murder into the mix. The Black Dahlia, Elizabeth Short herself, has come to see the dentist because she’s heard he makes “special arrangements” with girls that can’t afford to pay. And how could he be expected to resist her. She’s beautiful, and she’s throwing herself at him.

Just like the young Moira is throwing herself at Ben again.

FOX Announces 2011-2012 Midseason Premiere Dates

FOX today announced its 2011-2012 midseason premiere dates for new and returning series, including the return of AMERICAN IDOL; the debuts of new dramas TOUCH, ALCATRAZ and THE FINDER; and the launch of new animated series NAPOLEON DYNAMITE.

Welcome AMERICAN IDOL back when its 11th season begins with a two-night premiere Wednesday, Jan. 18 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) and Thursday, Jan. 19 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT). Featuring host Ryan Seacrest and returning judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler, television’s No. 1 series continues with a special, extended primetime broadcast Sunday, Jan. 22 (10:00-11:00 PM ET/7:00-8:00 PM PT) following the NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME (6:00 PM-CC ET live/3:00 PM-CC PT live).

Survivor: South Pacific – Recap & Review – Cult Like

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Survivor: South Pacific
Cult Like

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Ryan O – Senior Reviewer
ryano@thetwocentscorp.com

This was a pretty frustrating episode. Although, I have a feeling that I’ll be frustrated with every episode until someone at least thinks about making a move against Coach.

Another opportunity to do that presented itself this week and people let it slide.

Top Chef – Recap & Review – Don’t Be Tardy for the Dinner Party

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Top Chef
Don’t Be Tardy for the Dinner Party

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Ryan O – Two Cents Senior Reviewer
ryano@thetwocentscorp.com

This episode was a nice in the progression of the season. It allowed the chefestants to cook what they want to cook without interference from being on a team for the first time this season.

It also solidified, for me anyway, who the person to hate is. There’s one every season. I won’t mention the name here. I’ll let you try to figure out who it is by the end (Hint: it won’t be hard).

TV Classics Find New Home For Holiday Shoppers

CBS Consumer Products has joined forces with TeamFanShop, Inc., a leader in e-commerce solutions, to launch a new online store for Television City, the greatest collection of TV icons and the ultimate destination for classic TV fans. ShopTVCity.com launches today and highlights products with unique and relevant slogans and imagery from the shows. Fans of hit shows of the past will now enjoy customer friendly policies such as flat rate, quick and efficient shipping, easy yearlong returns, and an unconditional satisfaction guarantee.

“Television City represents the ultimate collection of iconic, classic television shows and now it has a home at ShopTVCity.com,” said Liz Kalodner, EVP and General Manager of CBS Consumer Products.

The X Factor — Recap & Review — Top 7

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The X Factor
Top 7

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Patricia Morris Buckley — Sr. Staff Writer
pmb@thetwocentscorp.com

What I like about this show is the depth of talent. Anyone of the seven remaining contestants could go on to a real career and maybe all of them will. There’s no doubt in my mind that Rachel Crow will land a sitcom deal on Disney or Nickelodeon.

However, these seven are facing a double elimination this week. So two contestants won’t be performing next week.

America’s Next Top Model – Recap & Review – Tyson Beckford

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America’s Next Top Model
Tyson Beckford

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Anne – Associate Editor
anne@thetwocentscorp.com

We’re down to just four girls and only two episodes left, including tonight. Angelea is still trippin’ that she made it through again and Lisa still thinks that she is the best of the best. She’s still growing on me, I have to admit. Laura is overjoyed to be this far, because where she comes from, people don’t get to do things like this. She wants this so bad. Even Lisa thinks that Laura is her biggest competition. But she thinks she’ll edge her out because Laura just doesn’t have “it”.

So who are going to be our final three? Let’s jump in and find out!

Hot In Cleveland – Recap & Review – Elka’s Choice

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Hot In Cleveland
Elka’s Choice

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Anne – Associate Editor
anne@thetwocentscorp.com

Welcome back for the second half of the second season of Hot in Cleveland! If you remember where we left off, Elka had agreed to marry her friend, Fred. The night before the wedding, the bachelorette party went awry and Victoria and Joy were married in Canada. Then, to make matters worse, at the wedding, Elka’s ex-fiance Max came back to claim her hand. Next her presumed dead husband, Bobby, made his appearance known.

Whatever will Elka do? Who will she choose? Let’s find out!

Law & Order: SVU – Recap & Review – Lost Traveler

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Law & Order: SVU
Lost Traveler

Original Air Date: Nov 30, 2011

Caitlin – Associate Staff Writer
caitlin@thetwocentscorp.com

Tonight’s episode of SVU focuses on prejudice toward Romany culture taken to a dangerous extreme. Also, Gilbert Gottfried appears as a tech for approximately 2 minutes. Be prepared.

A woman prepares her son to go off to school on his own. Remarkably for this show, he gets there without incident. But, detoured on the way home, he disappears from the sidewalk in the blink of an eye.