The United States of Tara – Recap & Review – Wheels

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United States of Tara
Wheels

Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2011

Katie – TwoCents Reviewer
katie@thetwocentscorp.com

I’d say anytime a show opens in an ambulance, you can be sure the rest of the episode should be pretty exciting. Charmaine’s ambulance ride to the hospital leads to Tara being blamed (correctly) for inducing early labor.

After skipping her flight, Kate waits for her baggage, and after realizing she’s missing some, she talks to a bag boy, Ray, about how she’s having a major life breakthrough and needs her lost luggage. She rambles a little in Japanese, using a phrase that translates to, “flower bird wind wind”, saying she doesn’t know what it means, but it’s pretty. So very Kate.

Glee Live Concert Adds Additional Shows

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On the heels of amazing sellouts in major markets, Glee Live! In Concert! has added more dates to its blockbuster summer tour with a limited number of new tickets released.

Twentieth Century Fox Television and “Glee” co-creator Ryan Murphy are also pleased to announce that in addition to the thirteen cast members already scheduled to perform, Ashley Fink (Lauren Zizes) and members of the “Dalton Academy Warblers” will also join the tour coming to North American concert stages this spring.

Dancing with the Stars – Recap & Review – Week 5

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Dancing with the Stars
Week 5

Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2011

Annette: Associate Staff Writer
annette@thetwocentscorp.com

It’s American week. All of the music was supposed to be tributes to America. I was a little concerned we would be bombarded with red white and blue costumes. Fortunately, only two of them were overly American flag-ish.

We also got to see the 1000th competitive dance – performed by Kendra and Louis.

TwoCents & Five Questions with Martha Plimpton & Greg Garcia (Raising Hope)

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Martha Plimpton, Actress
Greg Garcia, Writer/Producer

Martha Plimpton has one of the longest and most diverse resume’s in film and television, yet she’s never done a serial television show before. Well she’s made an excellent entrée to the genre with a leading role in Raising Hope. This show has me falling off my couch laughing, and if you haven’t seen it yet, start! I had a chance to speak to her and executive producer Greg Garcia about her career and Raising Hope.

TheTwoCents: Martha let me ask you, as an accomplished actress, what excites you about playing a character like Virginia?

Gossip Girl – Recap & Review – The Kids Stay in the Picture

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Gossip Girl
The Kids Stay in the Picture

Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2011

Emily – Reviewer
emily@thetwocentscorp.com

It’s finally there! With only 5 episodes left in the fourth season, Gossip Girl came back with an episode that brought back the crazy, over the top shenanigans that we know and love! The last episode left on a huge Dan and Blair cliffhanger and of course the whole Lily going to prison thing.

This week, we jump back in after a little time has passed. Dan and Blair’s possible relationship is still unclear, Chuck is still well Chuck, Lily prepares to go to prison with her family at her side and a new arrival (or should I say 2 new arrivals) may shake things up in a big way…

How I Met Your Mother – Recap & Review – Hopeless

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How I Met Your Mother
Hopeless

Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2011

Caitlin – Associate Staff Writer
caitlin@thetwocentscorp.com

Last time we saw Barney’s father, Jerry, he and his son didn’t exactly have a joyful reunion. This week, though, Jerry is making another attempt at getting Barney to forgive him- and more John Lithgow is a good thing in my book.

I thought this was one of the best episodes in a while. Our first indication? The twist on the traditional, well-known opening number, with the cast playing it as the band Barney told Jerry they formed.

Cougar Town – Recap & Review – Walls

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Cougar Town
Walls

Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2011

Karen Belgrad – Associate Editor
karenbelgrad@
thetwocentscorp.com

Oh Cul-de-sac crew, don’t ever leave us for a prolonged period with subpar sitcoms again! Tonight, We’re Back Cougar Town (hi dance fans, please still be there…) returned after way too many weeks of hiatus.

To get the most important detail out of the way first, the phone number from the radio ad is 855-PENNY-CAN (855-736-6922). Remember to ask the operator for Carol and tell her you’re looking for PENNY CAN!, not the weight loss products or sexual aids.

Mad Love – Recap & Review – Pub Quiz

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Mad Love
Pub Quiz

Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2011

Theresa – Staff Writer
theresa@thetwocentscorp.com

Do you like Larry Munsch? Do you like pub quizzes? Do you like Larry Munsch participating in a pub quiz? I answer a resounding “Yes” to all of the above. Which works out, because I’ll be taking over these recaps from Farrah for the rest of the season!

The pub quiz – a general trivia contest held at the bar – is the highlight of Larry’s year. He and Ben study like crazy, and their “Team Shaboom” has won five years in a row. But this year (dramatic music), something might put an end to their streak.

HBO Picks Up New Comedy Series VEEP

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HBO has picked up the new comedy series VEEP, created by Armando Iannucci (Oscar® nominee for co-writing “In the Loop”) and starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Emmy® winner for “Seinfeld” and “The New Adventures of Old Christine”), it was announced today by Michael Lombardo, president, HBO Programming. Iannucci co-wrote and directed the pilot of the series, which he executive produces along with Frank Rich of New York Magazine and Christopher Godsick (“Take the Lead”); Simon Blackwell, who co-wrote the pilot, co-executive produces and Julia Louis-Dreyfus produces. VEEP, which is expected to shoot in Baltimore, will begin production this fall for 2012 debut on HBO.

NASCAR on TV (Week of April 18)

five-time champion jimmie johnson (left) on "breaking in"

After a great weekend of racing at Talladega, NASCAR crosses over to a brand new hit comedy (ironically, the race-winner is the guest star) and heads to racing in Nashville and Richmond.

*Reminder: this page will be updated as the week goes on.*

When: Wednesday, April 20th, 930 PM
Who: Jimmie Johnson
What: Breaking In
Where: FOX
Description: “Oz’s childhood friend, Jimmie Johnson, asks for help investigating a security leak on the speedway.”