TV Tuesday: Ha, ha?

Nov. 25th, 2025 12:40 pm
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Laptop-TV combo with DVDs on top and smartphone on the desk



Comedic trends have come and gone, but some have changed how comedy is done. Do you have any thoughts about which comedy shows might have been particularly influential?

Or which comedies have influenced your own sense of humor?

Attention Stargate Fans

Nov. 24th, 2025 06:35 pm
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Amazon MGM Studios has greenlit a new adaptation of Stargate. The showrunner will be Martin Gero, who was an executive producer on Stargate: Atlantis.

News release here
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A Tale of Two Competition Shows

Nov. 23rd, 2025 07:42 pm
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Dancing with the Stars which had its 20 year anniversary this month, has been on so long it had its own In Memoriam segment. (Charo and Wayne Newton though, in the audience, still with us). It was a great show, starting with an excellent opening number. Funnily enough, I turned to my partner and commented on how well choreographed it was, only to find out a minute later that it had been done by Derek Hough.

"He should choreograph everything," he said. There were a number of excellent dances, as well as a good effort by Andy Richter.

The best moment though, was at the start when we not only saw the original pros start the show (I can't believe there were no interviews or moments with them about their memories – guess that was all saved for the podcast) but Tom Bergeron was back. I am quite happy with Alfonso and Julieanne as co-hosts but I miss Tom.

And speaking of hosts, Project Runway has had a more checkered history for several reasons. Read more... )

Speak Up Saturday

Nov. 22nd, 2025 07:37 pm
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Welcome to the weekly roundup post! What are you watching this week? What are you excited about?

TV Tuesday: Loot

Nov. 18th, 2025 12:18 pm
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Do you tend to buy things related to favorite TV shows? These might be official merchandise sold in stores or fan creations such as crafts or art. Whether yes or no, fill out the poll!

Poll #33848 Merchandise
Open to: Registered Users, detailed results viewable to: All, participants: 46


Have you ever bought anything related to a TV show (either official or unofficial work)?

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Yes
43 (95.6%)

No
2 (4.4%)

If yes, do you still have what you bought?

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Yes
21 (48.8%)

No
1 (2.3%)

Some of them
21 (48.8%)

What sorts of thing(s) have you bought?

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Action figures
20 (45.5%)

Toys other than action figures
20 (45.5%)

Games or puzzles
12 (27.3%)

Fanworks
16 (36.4%)

Crafts
10 (22.7%)

Something for car/bike etc.
4 (9.1%)

Books
33 (75.0%)

Artwork
19 (43.2%)

Something wearable
32 (72.7%)

Posters or photos
21 (47.7%)

Pet accessories or toys
0 (0.0%)

Holiday decor
9 (20.5%)

Props, clothes or set pieces from the TV show
2 (4.5%)

Notebooks or school materials
10 (22.7%)

Food
8 (18.2%)

Calendars
14 (31.8%)

Office items
7 (15.9%)

Other household goods not yet mentioned
6 (13.6%)

Something else not yet mentioned (add in comments!)
7 (15.9%)

Has your interest in show related items changed over time?

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Yes
17 (38.6%)

For some fandoms but not others
14 (31.8%)

For some types of items but not others
9 (20.5%)

No
4 (9.1%)

Do you shop specifically for TV items?

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Yes
1 (2.4%)

Yes, for some types of items
5 (12.2%)

Yes, for some shows
11 (26.8%)

No, I just buy when I come across them
19 (46.3%)

No, I am usually gifted with them
3 (7.3%)

No, I do not own any TV related items
2 (4.9%)

Have you ever bought any TV related items specifically as collectibles?

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Yes
5 (11.9%)

Yes, but not for resale/as an investment
16 (38.1%)

No
21 (50.0%)

Are there items you'd buy immediately if only they were made/you could find them?

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Yes
30 (69.8%)

No
13 (30.2%)

Are there any items you regret having bought?

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Yes
13 (31.7%)

No
28 (68.3%)

Are there any items you'd like but can't afford?

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Yes
18 (42.9%)

Could afford them but they'd be too impractical
5 (11.9%)

Could afford them but think they're overpriced
6 (14.3%)

No
13 (31.0%)

Has anyone ever gifted you a TV show item that you already had?

View Answers

Yes
8 (18.6%)

No
35 (81.4%)

Are there TV shows you think need to have more merchandise available?

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Yes (tell us which ones!)
18 (45.0%)

No
22 (55.0%)

Are your TV items on display?

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Yes, inside my home
34 (77.3%)

Yes, at my workplace or other location
7 (15.9%)

Yes, I wear TV merchandise
21 (47.7%)

Yes, when I am with friends
7 (15.9%)

Yes, when I am at a con/someplace with other fans
9 (20.5%)

Yes, they're shown on my online accounts
6 (13.6%)

No
10 (22.7%)

Speak Up Saturday

Nov. 15th, 2025 04:32 pm
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