As the 2009-2010 television season winds down, a number of shows have aired their last new episodes. Cancelled. Two notable shows in particular come to my mind. Lost and Law & Order. While I’ve written about Law & Order and its abrupt cancellation, I have not mentioned Lost before. But I have been a fan Continue reading...
We have been preserving our communications probably as long as we have been. From cave drawings to hieroglyphics to alphabets the world over, languages continue to evolve. Although I suspect many would say it’s devolved a bit since the advent of digital shorthand, IYKWIM (if you know what I mean, for those of us who Continue reading...
We hear about the CSI effect whenever a criminal evades capture or successful prosecution after employing tips learned from TV crime shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Igniting debate about just what should be revealed for realism in entertainment purposes, as opposed to protecting society at large from criminals who may use these shows for Continue reading...
On Friday, NBC announced it was cancelling Law & Order, the original version that started it all. While perhaps not of earth shattering importance in the grand scheme of things, I have watched the show faithfully ever since it began 20 years ago. That ties Gunsmoke as the longest-running prime time drama. Of all prime Continue reading...
I’ve always been really impressed by those who learn English as a second language, or third or fourth… There are just so many rules, many of them seemingly arbitrary. And as if that weren’t bad enough, there are countless exceptions to all those rules. I know other languages have their own issues, but let’s just Continue reading...
In light of the futuristic nature of yesterday’s post, I thought it might be fun to look at a few crazy gadgets that while inspired by the future, are actually available today. More specifically, Star Trek coming to us now in a new way. Memorabilia attached to movies and television shows, and gratuitous product placement Continue reading...
In addition to meaningful and serious moments on Oscar night, such as The Cove’s win as Best Feature Documentary, there were also silly, trivial, and even bizarre ones as well. But perhaps my favourite that night came not during the show, but afterwards as I happened to catch part of Jimmy Kimmel Live. Unbeknownst to Continue reading...
In honour of Valentine’s Day, I thought it would be a great excuse to see one of my all time favourite TV scenes again. For me, David Hyde Pierce as Niles, was one of the very best parts of Frasier. If the show is your cup of tea too, hopefully you’ve had the privilege of Continue reading...
Feel like a good laugh? In the mood for humour that’s rooted in family observations, musical and politcal references, and an overall silliness of sparring brothers? Still touring and performing live after more than 50 years, the Smothers Brothers are an amazing comedy duo. They often blend their musical talents (vocal, guitar, and bass) with Continue reading...
