Thursday, March 31, 2016

Not so fast: Rush Hour TV series isn’t up to speed

A TV series adapted from a popular film franchise has the benefit of brand recognition and a built-in audience. On the other hand, the TV project is saddled with its own set of expectations and inevitable comparisons to the films. In the case of Rush Hour on CBS, the movies leave their TV adaptation in the dust. Chris Tucker played wisecracking maverick detective Carter and Jackie Chan played straitlaced Hong Kong detective and martial arts expert Lee in three Rush Hour movies. Now CBS is reimagining the interracial buddy-cop action/comedy franchise in a new hourlong series starring relative newcomers Justin … Continue reading

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WWE World Champ Paul Levesque on why NXT TakeOver: Dallas is a must-watch

Paul “Triple H” Levesque is the WWE World heavyweight champion and heading into a big main event Sunday against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 32. However, it’s easy to see the legendary performer is just as excited for NXT TakeOver: Dallas 10 p.m. ET Friday, April 1 on WWE Network from the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. The executive vice president, talent, live events and creative will watch in awe, along with other rabid fans, as the developmental brand takes center stage. The NXT live network specials have a track record for raising the bar. Levesque is expecting much of the … Continue reading

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Destination America unveils spooky new series and specials

Destination America is turning ghastly. The network, now available in nearly 56 million homes, will unveil a new lineup Thursday that is heavy on series and specials about things that go bump in the night. Destination America is even turning October into the month-long “Ghostober” event, featuring returning series and documentaries with a spooky twist. The month-long “Ghostober” was inspired by the success of the channel’s Exorcism: Live! event. New shows include Ghosts of Shepherdstown follows local police in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, as they partner “with members of the paranormal community” to investigate the town’s unsolved mysteries. For more on this exclusive story, visit … Continue reading

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Face Off Season 10 Episode 12 recap: Sinister Showdown Part 1

Face Off season 10 episode 12 sends the final 4 to Skull Island. It’s a cross-promotion for some new theme park at Universal Orlando. Whatever. What follows is an extended commercial for this new theme park – opening Summer 2016! So the actual challenge is to take a creature from Skull Island: Reign of Kong and imagine how that creature would evolve into an intelligent species. Mel is second-guessing herself. Again. She comments on how this is the worst time to be second-guessing herself. But Mel, you’ve been doing it THE ENTIRE SEASON! Why stop now?   Walter is freaking … Continue reading

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Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Empire Season 2 Episode 11 Recap: Life or Death

With Lucious losing the Empire to Mimi and Hakeem going against his own father by siding with Camilla, there are high expectations for the season 2 return of Empire. We last saw Rhonda as she was being pushed down the stairs in her new home that Lucious so willingly paid for. Since Anika is pregnant with Hakeem’s secret misfit child, it would seem that Anika is at the top of the suspect list for who could’ve pushed Rhonda down the stairs. Jealousy is an ugly monster. Rhonda is left crawling on the floor for her phone to call for help. … Continue reading

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Tuesday, March 29, 2016

WWE Total Divas Season 5 Episode 11: Clothes Quarters

Brie and Nikki want to expand the Bella empire with a bra and panty line this week on WWE Total Divas. Their vision is for birdiebee to be geared to women empowerment and giving back. Nikki is in her element here. They set up some meetings to create a business plan. This includes Daymond John, CEO of FUBU and investor on ABC’s Shark Tank. Nikki wants to get input and involvement from the outside. Brie’s wants to be more hands-on with it, fearing someone looking to invest would want to take over. She is thinking Etsy. Nikki sees the bigger … Continue reading

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Bigger In Texas: WrestleMania 32 could be a record-breaker

WWE is pulling out all the stops to make WrestleMania 32 the biggest in its “show of shows” history. Since 1985’s inaugural event, raising the bar has always been the mindset heading into the Super Bowl of sports entertainment. However, Vince McMahon and company are especially motivated this year by the potential to break an indoor attendance record at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. “While I can’t give away any specifics, if you think Vince McMahon isn’t putting together the most loaded, spectacular, surprising card that we have ever had, then you have another thing coming,” says McMahon’s daughter Stephanie, … Continue reading

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Oxygen’s Like a Boss: Could you handle the ATL’s top power players?

Behind every successful business magnate, there’s a personal assistant tirelessly taking phone calls, making appointments, arranging travel, hunting for houses, cleaning cars, fetching coffee and everything in between. Oxygen’s new docuseries Like a Boss goes into the worlds of four personal assistants working for some of Atlanta’s top power players: Nick Cannon (America’s Got Talent), real-estate agent Blair Myers, radio personality Big Tigger, and music exec Abou “Bu” Thiam. Cannon’s assistant, Amber Grimes, hopes to be a force in show business in her own right, but first she has to handle the many day-to-day demands of her boss. “I’m trying … Continue reading

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James Corden celebrates Late Late Show anniversary with Carpool Karaoke primetime special

ALSO SEE: The Late Late Show host James Corden charms James Corden celebrates a year as host of The Late Late Show with The Late Late Show Carpool Karaoke Primetime Special on CBS Tuesday, March 29, at 10pm ET/PT. This special features some of Corden’s favorite moments from hosting the show, and highlights the best “Carpool Karaoke” segments from the show, including Adele and Elton John, and a brand-new singalong ride with Jennifer Lopez. “I have loved every minute of hosting The Late Late Show. It’s been an incredible year,” says Corden. “I look forward to this hour on primetime … Continue reading

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Bates Motel Season 4, Episode 4 “Lights of Winter”

Here’s what happened on the Bates Motel Season 4, Episode 4 “Lights of Winter” After Norma convinces Norman to commit himself he rats her out to his psychiatrist, Dr. Edwards, telling him that it is really Norma who’s crazy and killing people. Feeling this confession is enough to get him released from Pineview, Norman is determined to figure out a way to make a private phone call. With the help of his new buddy Julian, Norman calls Dylan to warn him about the truth of “mother” and asks him to keep a watchful eye over her until he gets home. … Continue reading

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5 Questions With … Aimee Garcia Of CBS’ Rush Hour

  The series spinoff of the Rush Hour film franchise comes to CBS on Thursday. In the comedic police procedural, a maverick LAPD detective is paired with a by-the-book detective from Hong Kong, and the mismatched partnership becomes one of L.A.’s most potent crime-fighting teams. Aimee Garcia (George Lopez, Dexter) plays Sgt. Didi Diaz, who attempts to keep the peace between the two, and she shares how she and her costars spend their time in between takes. “Page [Kennedy] and I will do Vine videos in between scenes. We just crack up. I’m doing pushups. Justin [Hires] claims he can … Continue reading

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RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 8 Episode 4 recap: I Want Party

RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 8 Episode 4 begins with a dissertation on Derrick Barry. Who is Derrick Barry? What motivates Derrick Barry? Does Derrick Barry have a soul? Is that different from having soul? Does Derrick Barry know what soul is? (Answer key: Don’t know; Unknown; Probably not; Confused; Nope.) This week’s guest judges are Lucian Piane, Chris Stein & Debbie Harry from Blondie! Purse first! Bob’s decided that the purse he made in episode 1 shall now be featured in every episode going forward. So it’s purse first into the workroom! We apparently haven’t had interesting conversations waiting for … Continue reading

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Belgian cyclist dies after heart attack

Belgian cyclist Daan Myngheer has died in hospital after suffering a heart attack over the weekend at the Criterium International race in Corsica

      
 
 


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Monday, March 28, 2016

Recap: Blindspot Season 1, Episode 15 — In a Rose Tattoo

Lately, there’s been a lot of suspicion about Jane Doe (Jaimie Alexander) and her motives. Who is she? Where did she come from? How does she know all of those crazy kill moves? Well, the team is about to get a little more curious — and with good reason. In “Older Cutthroat Canyon” (which translates to “To Contact Your Handler”), it looks like someone is out to kill our favorite FBI team using one of Jane’s tattoos to set the trap. Is someone going to die? Does Reade (Rob Brown) magically show up after being knocked out last week? Let’s … Continue reading

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Jane the Virgin Chapter 38 recap: Moving Out

Well Jane the Virgin fans, I guess the Villanueva women will have another seven years of bad luck thanks to Pablo. As if the flood kicking them out of their house wasn’t enough, Pablo is still lurking around with is bad luck. Of course, Alba has a long explanation of why all those unfortunate events happened because she’s in love again. The other two Villanueva women are not buying it. Oh how the tables have turned! Poor Jane wanted to get married at the house in six weeks but after the laugh from the contractor, that’s most-likely not going to … Continue reading

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USA Cycling hires Steve Blank to lead fundraising arm

USA Cycling has hired Steve Blank to lead its foundation, which is responsible for raising money from private donors to help fund national and Olympic teams and other endeavors

      
 
 


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Recap: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Episode 16: Josh’s Sister Is Getting Married!

Recap – Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Episode 16: “Josh’s Sister Is Getting Married!” – The CW, original airdate Mon. 3/28/16 (For all Crazy Ex recaps, click here. At the end of last week’s episode, the Dream Ghost of Dr. Akopian got Rebecca thinking about what — and who — is in her life besides Josh. The episode ended with a very confused Josh, holding a stack of Rebecca’s photos of him with her, asking if she’s in love with him. Cliffhanger! Honestly, I thought Rebecca would spin some sort of yarn, but that dream did a number on her, and she takes … Continue reading

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Preview: Supergirl teams up with The Flash in crossover event

The March 28 episode of Supergirl, “World’s Finest,” features a crossover with The CW’s series The Flash, as Barry Allen (Grant Gustin) and his speedy superhero alter ego The Flash head to National City to join forces with Supergirl (Melissa Benoist). The Flash suddenly appears from an alternate universe to help Supergirl battle Siobhan Smythe (recurring guest star Italia Ricci), a.k.a. Silver Banshee, and Leslie Willis (recurring guest star Brit Morgan), a.k.a. Livewire, in exchange for her help in finding a way to return him home. Supergirl: “World’s Finest” premieres on CBS Monday, March 28, at 8pm ET/PT. Photo: Robert Voets/Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. © 2016 … Continue reading

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Shameless Season 6, episode 11 recap – “Sleep No More”

Last week on Shameless it ended on a big shoot out on the commune between Jupiter and T-Dogs cronies. I of course was interested to see how that ended up playing out, but in true Shameless style, not a peep. So I guess just as quickly as Queenie and that whole situation came along this season it was gone just like that as well. Kind of like the whole Lesbian gentrification and Yanis situation in the beginning. Now with this being the last episode before the finale, let’s see what other situations can arise that will also not really get … Continue reading

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Diamond Dallas Page on WWE WrestleMania 32 and how DDP Yoga changes lives

Chris Jericho and AJ Styles are rivals days away from WrestleMania 32. Gearing up for the premiere WWE event they share a similar method of training and preparation. The two are firm believes in DDP Yoga, created by veteran superstar Diamond Dallas Page. The former world champion has changed the lives of many within pro wrestling and outside of it through his all-inclusive health and fitness system. The DDP Yoga brand has grown exponentially in past years with diverse workouts, eating plans, a full line of products, as well as appearances on Shark Tank and The Doctors. The master of … Continue reading

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Dancing With The Stars Judge Bruno Tonioli is Hot to Fox Trot!

On March 21, ABC’s Dancing With the Stars kicked off another steamy season, but judge Bruno Tonioli says that Week 2 is when the season really heats up. “Then the pressure kicks in,” he says. “Then you start to see who will rise to the pressure and who will be fragile when the mistakes happen.” Week 2 is also the season’s first elimination — something that Tonioli considers a necessary evil. “That is the nature of the beast; but as a human being, you always say, ‘Oh, bless him; I wish he or she had another week.’ That is your … Continue reading

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On Demand DVD New Releases March 28-April 3

On Demand DVD New Releases March 28-April 3 Concussion (pictured below) Dr. Bennet Omalu is a forensic neuropathologist who, while conducting their autopsies, discovers signs of permanent brain damage in pro football players who sustained multiple concussions during their careers. Omalu faces off against the NFL, which doesn’t want the doctor’s research to be made public. Will Smith, Alec Baldwin, Albert Brooks (PG-13, 2:03) 3/29 The Hateful Eight In post-Civil War Wyoming, a bounty hunter and his prisoner take shelter from a blizzard at a stagecoach lodge. There they encounter another group riding out the storm and it seems the … Continue reading

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Team confirms death of cyclist in Gent-Wevelgem race

The Wanty-Gobert team has confirmed the death of Belgian cyclist Antoine Demoitie after a fall during Sunday's stage of the Genk-Wevelgem classic

      
 
 


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Sunday, March 27, 2016

Recap: Naked and Afraid Amazonia: Episode 3 “Rise Above”

This week, I’m surviving Spring Break with my husband and kids in the “Wilds” of Williamsburg, Virginia. So I’m getting to know our forefathers, and two survivalists head to a forsaken region of Amazonia. And this week’s male participants promises to be one of N&A‘s most colorful characters EVER!! (Spoiler: In 2009, Jake appeared on the Discovery channel show Out of the Wild: The Alaska Experiment, and was apparently the first openly gay person shown on a Discovery network program). Related: History’s Alone returns in April for Season 2! While I’m off on my adventure in American history, here are mini-bios for this week’s … Continue reading

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D is for danger. The Walking Dead Season 6 episode 15 recap.

So, my fellow TWD fans … it’s coming. The end of Season 6. I’m not excited about it based on what I’ve read — which is a ton because I’m trying desperately to find some kind of consolation. But there is ZERO. And why would there be? AMC wants us to flip out until next season. Jerks. (I mean that in the most loving way. Sort of.) Tonight’s penultimate episode, “East,” starts with Carol. Tobin comes in while she’s planning her exodus, and they have sexy time. We don’t see it, which is just fine with me. Her bags are … Continue reading

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World champion Peter Sagan wins Gent-Wevelgem classic

World champion Peter Sagan posted his first victory in the rainbow jersey after coming out on top of a four-man sprint to claim the Gent-Wevelgem classic

      
 
 


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Thibaut Pinot wins Criterium International

Frenchman Thibault Pinot won the Criterium International by claiming the final stage of the Corsican two-day race featuring an uphill finish on Sunday

      
 
 


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Quintana wins Tour of Catalonia ahead of Contador

Nairo Quintana of Colombia held on to his lead over Alberto Contador to win the Tour of Catalonia for the first time on Sunday

      
 
 


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Saturday, March 26, 2016

Cimolai wins Tour of Catalonia 6 stage, Quintana keeps lead

Nairo Quintana protects his lead of the Tour of Catalonia through the sixth stage won by Italian rider Davide Cimolai

      
 
 


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NCAA Tournament 2016 Elite 8 TV schedule on CBS and TBS

The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament enters the Elite 8 Regional Finals on Saturday and Sunday March 26-27, with games in Chicago (Midwest), Anaheim (West), Louisville (South) and Philadelphia (East) on CBS and TBS, and online at NCAA March Madness Live. Winners advance to the Final Four National Semifinals on Saturday, April 2, on TBS, TNT and truTV. NCAA Tournament 2016 Elite 8 TV schedule on CBS and TBS Regional Finals Saturday, March 26 (6 p.m. ET)   Tip (ET) Network Site Game Play-by-Play/Analyst//Reporter 6:09 p.m. CBS Anaheim Oregon vs. Oklahoma Verne Lundquist/Jim Spanarkel//Allie LaForce           8:49 p.m. CBS Louisville … Continue reading

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Friday, March 25, 2016

2016 NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 on ESPN networks

ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3 and WatchESPN combine to televise the NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 Regional Semifinal round March 25-26. Winners advance to the Elite 8 Regional Finals March 27-28, with the Final Four in Indianapolis April 3 and Championship Game April 5. 2016 NCAA Women’s Tournament Sweet 16 on ESPN networks DATE TIME (ET) NETWORKS MATCHUP 03/25/2016 7:00 PM ESPN3, ESPN NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, Sioux Falls, SD Syracuse VS. South Carolina Round: Regional Semifinal 03/25/2016 7:00 PM ESPN2, ESPN3 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship Rupp Arena, Lexington, KY Washington VS. Kentucky Round: Regional Semifinal 03/25/2016 9:00 PM ESPN … Continue reading

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12-hour Esquire special revisits the O.J. Simpson murder trial using archival press and courtroom footage

Thanks to the recent 20th anniversary of the trial and its verdict, and, particularly, given the current FX series American Crime Story: The People vs. O.J. Simpson, there has been renewed interest in the so-called “trial of the century” — in which former football star O.J. Simpson was accused and eventually acquitted of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman — and its outcome, events that captivated the nation back in 1994-95. If you’re old enough, you may recall all the press reports, and the courtroom drama that played out over the early days of Court TV (which … Continue reading

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Kwiatkowski wins E3 Harelbeke race in Belgium

Former world champion Michal Kwiatkowski won the E3 Harelbeke cobbled race on Friday ahead of Peter Sagan

      
 
 


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