Show #41: Boldly Going Where No One Has Gone Before...

It's been so long, we've forgotten how to do this thing...uh...Oh, yeah....welcome to Show #41 of The Summerhill Gang. This is your dose of all of the pop culture goodness your brain can handle. We have a show lined up for you that is chock full of TV and Movie tidbits. Just check out the show notes and video clips below...and make sure to drop us a line and let us know what you think of our podcast. Scotty...two to beam up...

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This Atari game was so challenging that you needed a combat control pad to play it...Say it with us now, "It's inhuman..."


TV
We talked about many season finales...here are the shows we featured:

• Heroes - Volume 4 has come to an end
  
• Chuck - Scott Bakula and Chevy Chase on the finale
  
• Scrubs - kind of felt like a series finale (it will be back)
  
• The Amazing Race - See who won the crown
  
• Fringe - a very special guest star on the finale
  
• Lost - Jacob, Jughead and Juliet
  
• The Office - Was 'Company Picnic' funny?
  
• Survivor: Tocantins - The winner emerges
  
• American Idol - a surprise winner?

Network Upfronts: We are your source for information announced by the major TV networks about their upcoming Fall seasons...

Terminator, Prison Break and King of the Hill canceled

The Simpsons, 24, Fringe and Dollhouse renewed


Check out TV Squad for a complete breakdown


My Name is Earl, Life and Medium canceled

Chuck, Heroes and Friday Night Lights renewed


Check out TV Squad for a complete breakdown


Samantha Who?, According to Jim, Life on Mars and The Unusuals canceled

Better Off Ted and Scrubs renewed



Check out TV Squad for a complete breakdown


Without A Trace, The Unit and Worst Week canceled

All versions of CSI, The New Adventures of Old Christine and How I Met Your Mother renewed

Check out TV Squad for a complete breakdown


Privileged, Reaper and Everybody Hates Chris canceled

Smallville, Supernatural, Gossip Girl, 90210 and One Tree Hill renewed


Check out TV Squad for a complete breakdown


Random Top 5
Here are our top 5 TV Shows that were canceled too soon:

Doug

1. Andy Richter Controls The Universe (2002-2004)
   
2. My Name Is Earl (2005-2009)
   
3. Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000)
   
4. Sports Night (1998-2000)
   
5. Samantha Who?(2007-2009)

Jamie

1. Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000)
   
2. Pushing Daisies (2007-2009)
   
3. Journeyman (2007)
   
4. Joan of Arcadia (2003-2005)
   
5. Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006-2007)

Movies

In this show we discussed:

• X-Men Origins: Wolverine
  
• Star Trek
  
• Slumdog Millionaire
  
• Terminator Salvation
  
• Sabrina (1954)
  
• Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
  
• Paul Blart: Mall Cop
  
• Valkyrie

Bonus video: The new trailer for Toy Story 3!


Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What is your favorite "I ran into a celebrity" story?

Doug ate brunch at the Hotel Del Coronado with Booger (Curtis Armstrong) from Revenge of the Nerds

Jamie ran into Ed Sanders from Extreme Makeover:Home Edition with his newborn triplets at Legoland; ran into Bob Saget from Full House at Disney's California Adventure; and ran into NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton at a Bruce Hornsby concert

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Vince helped ex-Minnesota Viking head coach Dennis Green move a TV into his house.

Jeff literally ran into Johnny Mathis and his entourage at the Albany County airport.

Arnell and his band mates ran into Doogie Howser himself, Neil Patrick Harris, at a Burbank taco shop.

Paula rode the elevator with Batman (Michael Keaton) when she worked at a market/deli in Del Mar.

New question: What TV Show did you love at one time that you now think is horrible?

With the Land of the Lost movie coming out this week (starring Will Ferrell), we were reminded of the TV Show that we watched as children. When it came on TV Doug knew it was time to turn the TV off and go play, while Jamie used to watch it religiously. Now, we both agree that it is crap!
Here is why:




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Show #40: Play Ball!

Yes, yes...it has been a little while since our last podcast. That is what happens when Spring arrives and baseball and softball seasons begin. We have been quite busy having fun with our families, but we have returned to bring you Show #40. Are we over the hill or what? Check out the goodness in store for you...

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How many licks DOES it take to get to the Tootsie Roll center of a Tootsie Pop?


TV

• American Idol - Down to the top 7...Is Adam Lambert the front runner? Watch Adam perform here.
  
• Jimmy Fallon took over Late Night duties from Conan O'Brien on March 2nd. Is anybody watching?
  
• Better Off Ted - premiered on ABC on March 18th

• Parks and Recreation - premiered on NBC on April 9th, stars Amy Poehler and Rashida Jones
  
• Other News:
  
  1. Is Chevy Chase returning to primetime TV?
     
  2. Will Friday Night Lights return next season?
     
  3. Will the last episodes of Pushing Daisies be seen on ABC?
     

Music

Currently the biggest rock band in the world, U2 released its first CD in 5 years on March 3rd. "No Line on the Horizon" is superb from beginning to end. If you aren't listening to this CD, it definitely should be on your play list. Check out U2's website for more information about the band and their 360 world tour.




Bonus video: Here is U2 performing "Magnificent" on Letterman...


Movies

In this show we discussed:

• Watchmen
  
• Duplicity
  
• Race to Witch Mountain
  
• Monsters vs Aliens
  
• Marley & Me

Bonus video: Check out this cool trailer for "Where the Wild Things Are"...


Best of the Web
Phil Keoghan, host of the reality TV show The Amazing Race, is bicycling across America to promote the upcoming finale of the show and, more importantly, raise funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. His ride began on March 28th in Los Angeles and is scheduled to finish on May 9th in New York City. Phil will be cycling over 3500 miles, averaging 100 miles per day. Visit the Phil Rides Across America website to see where Phil is on his journey and to see daily video blogs.


Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What is the best concert you have ever attended?

Doug could not make a decision, but he liked concerts by David Crowder Band and Third Day.

Jamie's favorite was a Garth Brooks concert in 1998 in Las Vegas.

Jessie's favorite was the Dave Matthews Band.

Josh's favorite was U2 on the Popmart tour at the Kingdome.

Ralph said his favorite was either Air Supply in 1983 or Neil Diamond in 1980.

Brendan's favorite concert was at Biola's centennial celebration with Switchfoot, The Myriad and Tyrone Wells.

Arnell couldn't choose between The Smashing Pumpkins in the late '90's or a Tim McGraw concert at Coors Amphitheater in Chula Vista.

New question: What is your favorite "I ran into a celebrity" story?

Well, even if you've just been close to one, but didn't actually say "Hi", we still want to hear the story...so, call us and confess!

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Show #39: And The Award Goes To...

We're back with Show #39 of The Summerhill Gang! This time around we have a recap of Awards season, including info for you on The Grammys and The Oscars. Check out all of the pop culture goodness in our notes below and let us know what you think...

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Gotta get some of those Mini Sirloin Burgers...


TV

• SuperBowl Commercials: SuperBowl XLIII was the most watched game ever, see the commercials that played during the broadcast over at Hulu.
  
• American Idol - Watch a clip of the most annoying Idol contestant ever...

• Lost - Time shifts, quantum physics and other craziness....Listen to Hurley's explanation of what has happened on the show...
  
• Survivor: Tocantins - 120 degree temps and torrential downpours!
  
• The Amazing Race - Race 14 is underway! See the cheese challenge below...

• Dollhouse - interesting premise, confusing premiere
  
• Fringe - Catch up with episodes over at Hulu

Music
Check out the Grammy Awards website for highlights from this year's show.

Movies

The Random Top 5 List
Our Top 5 Most Anticipated Movies of 2009:

Jamie's Top 5

1. Star Trek - May 8th
   
2. X-Men Origins: Wolverine - May 1st
   
3. Up - May 29th
   
4. Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - July 17th
   
5. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - June 24th

Doug's Top 5

1. Terminator Salvation - May 22nd
   
2. Star Trek
   
3. Up
   
4. Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian - May 22nd
   
5. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

The Academy Awards were broadcast on ABC on February 22nd. Check out the Oscars website for recaps and a list of all of the winners. This year's big winner was Slumdog Millionaire, pulling in 8 total awards.
Watch the "Jai Ho" video below...


For more movie reviews, check out Trevor's Movie Rundown.
In this show, Trevor reviewed:

• Slumdog Millionaire
  
• Frost/Nixon

Other Movie News:

• FOX 2000 picks up rights to 'Voyage of the Dawn Treader'

Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What is your favorite movie from 2008 that is not called 'The Dark Knight'?

Doug picked Kung Fu Panda.

Jamie stuck with The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

Jodie picked Slumdog Millionaire.

Jessie changed her pick for favorite from The Dark Knight to Slumdog Millionaire.

New question: What is the best concert you have ever attended?

We want to hear about the artist or group that you really enjoyed seeing in concert. Call us and confess!

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Show #38: You'll Say WOW Every Time!

You've found it! It's Show #38 of The Summerhill Gang. We are so glad that you stopped by to check out our show notes. We hope you have some fun looking around here. Feel free to post a comment, send us an e-mail, or call our feedback line. We would love to hear from you. There is plenty of good stuff waiting for you below...

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Ah, yes...if you don't have it, GET IT...if you don't know about it, watch the video below...


TV

• Scrubs - ABC is airing back-to-back episodes on Tuesdays

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• 24 - Jack Bauer is back and badder than ever
  
• American Idol - Back for the 8th season and now with a 4th judge
  
• Friday Night Lights - Season 3 is now repeating on NBC
  
• Battlestar Galactica - The final season has begun
  
• Fringe - Our new favorite show is back on Fox
  
• Check out this year's Golden Globe winners for Television.

Movies
We reviewed:

• The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - Directed by David Fincher (Seven, Fight Club) and starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett, this is a beautifully crafted cinematic work that is well worth the 2 hour and 47 minute running time. Catch it on the big screen before it wins a slew of Academy Awards...
  

For more movie reviews, check out Trevor's Movie Rundown.
In this show, Trevor reviewed:

• The Dark Knight
  
• Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
  
• Lars and the Real Girl

Other Movie News:

• Disney drops distribution for the Narnia franchise
  
• Check out the Golden Globe winners
  
• The folks presenting the 81st Academy Awards do not want you to know who is presenting ahead of time...

The Random Top 5 List
Our Top 5 Best Picture Winners:

Jamie's Top 5

1. The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
   
2. Titanic
   
3. Dances with Wolves
   
4. Braveheart
   
5. Rocky

Doug's Top 5

1. Forrest Gump
   
2. The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King
   
3. Gladiator
   
4. Dances with Wolves
   
5. The Godfather

Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What is your favorite movie from 2008?

Doug picked The Dark Knight.

Jamie picked The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

Alison called in to say she really liked Bedtime Stories.

Anthony liked Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

John and Jessie picked The Dark Knight.

Jodie picked Get Smart (Comedy), Mamma Mia (Musical), Iron Man (Action), Twilight (Book Adaptation), and The Dark Knight (Culturally Required).

Jeff picked Bolt.

New question: What is your favorite movie from 2008 that is not called 'The Dark Knight'?

Yes, yes...we know....The Dark Knight was totally AWESOME! But now that you have had time to watch some other movies...we want to hear about your next favorite movie from 2008. Call or write to us and confess your favorite movie...I'm sure we will be talking about it in our recap of The Academy Awards...

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Show #30: Doug hearts American Idol!

Hey everyone! Welcome to Show #30 of The Summerhill Gang. Our show is jam-packed with all kinds of pop culture goodness!! Listen to the show to find out just how much Doug LOVES American Idol. Also, we help get you ready for summer TV and give you the box office report on summer movies. You won't want to miss our confessions for children's TV shows that we are embarrassed to say that we watch and we drop a new Pop Culture Confessional question on you this week. Call in! Write in! Give us your feedback and be a part of the show...cuz you know it IS all about you...

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Did you know that men created everything? 'Tis true...so say we all!


TV

• American Idol - David Cook is the season 7 champion. Listen to our show for reports from our listeners that attended the finale!
  
• LOST - This season's finale was completely awesome! Check out TV Squad for a video compilation of all of the flash forwards from this season in chronological order.
  
• American Gladiators - One of our favorite shows is back with new gladiators and new events!
  
• Survivor - head over to the CBS website to see who won the Fans vs Favorites season.
  

Network Upfronts: See what shows will return in the Fall...NBC, ABC, CBS and FOX.
Also, check out Yahoo's review of this year's TV shows that have been canceled.

Summer TV

• Last Comic Standing
  
• So You Think You Can Dance?
  
• The Mole
  
• 30 Days - See TV Squad's early look
  
• Nashville Star
  
• America's Got Talent
  
• Celebrity Circus
  
• Million Dollar Password
  
• Wipeout
  
• I Survived a Japanese Game Show

Music

Death Cab for Cutie released one of the most anticipated albums of the Spring on May 13th. Narrow Stairs has hit big and radio stations are playing the new song "I Will Possess Your Heart." NPR's All Songs Considered talked about the album in it's Spring Music Preview. We also play a clip of "Bixby County Bridge" on our show.





needtobreathe is a new band out of South Carolina that is just hitting it big. The band recently came to San Diego for the Spirit West Coast music festival. Their new CD is called The Heat and we played a clip of the hit song "Signature of Divine."



Movies

Discussed in this show:

• Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008)
  
• Speed Racer (2008)
  
• Iron Man (2008)
  
• Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008)
  
• Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) - Read about the birth of the PG-13 rating at Wikipedia.
  
• Charlie Wilson's War (2007)
  
• Juno (2007)
  

Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What children's TV program are you embarrassed to say that you watch?

Doug's Confession: The Brady Bunch


Jamie's Confession: Hannah Montana


A fun show that we are NOT embarrassed to watch....Phineas & Ferb!


Listener Confessions:
Ralph wrote in to confess that he is embarrassed to say that he lurvs Banana Splits...


New question: What is your favorite one hit wonder?
Call or write to us and confess what your all-time favorite music artist with only one hit to their name is...

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Show #29: Are We There Yet?

Hey everyone! Welcome to Show #29 of The Summerhill Gang. One of the most common things that parents hear on any road trip is "Are we there yet?" or "How much longer until we get there?" These questions usually pop up from the back of the vehicle after being on the road for 10-15 minutes. Jamie recently had experience with this and you can hear all about it in this show. Plus we have plenty of TV, new music from Lady Antebellum, movie reviews and our top 3 picks for movies released in 2007. Enjoy the fireworks...and...don't forget to turn out the lights!

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Remember when KFC was Kentucky Fried Chicken? Remember when it was "so nice to feel so good about a meal" from a fast food restaurant? It must have been the 80's...


BONUS VIDEO:
Check out this classic commercial for Six Flags amusement parks...


TV

• LOST - It's back from a short hiatus. Check out the 2 minute "What?" video over at TV Squad.
  
• American Idol - Idol Gives Back has raised over $65 million to date.
  
• The Office - It is back and funnier than ever! Check out recaps over at TV Squad.
  
• Samantha Who? - ABC's freshman comedy starring Christina Applegate...is it really that funny? Tell us what you think...
  
• Scrubs - This is not the last season...apparently it is moving from NBC to ABC for next season.

Check out this clip of a human Space Invaders game...

• American Gladiators - returns on Monday, May 12th with new gladiators and new events!
  
• Sport Science - airs on Fox Sports...check out the Crotch Test episode...here is video 1 and video 2.
  

Music

Check out a great country rock band called Lady Antebellum. This trio has a rockin' sound with awesome harmonies. Their first single "Love Don't Live Here" was featured earlier this year on iTunes as a free single of the week.

Thanks for the recommendation, Jodie!


Movies
Charlton Heston passed away at age 84 on April 5, 2008. You can read about his passing at CNN. You can also watch clips of him in Ben Hur and Planet of the Apes over at YouTube.

Discussed in this show:

• Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008)
  
• Iron Man (2008)
  
• Cloverfield (2008)
  
• I Am Legend (2007)
  
• Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
  
• Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001)

Best of the Web
Universal Studios is opening a new simulator ride at their amusement parks this year. It is based on the long running TV Show "The Simpsons". The park in Florida has already opened the ride and the park in Hollywood, CA will open the ride this summer. Check out more at The Simpsons Ride website.


Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What was your favorite movie released in 2007?

Doug's Top 3:

1. The Simpsons Movie
   
2. The Bourne Ultimatum
   
3. Ratatouille

Honorable Mention: I Am Legend

Jamie's Top 3:

1. Ratatouille
   
2. 3:10 to Yuma
   
3. Enchanted

New question: What children's TV program are you embarrassed to say that you watch?

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Show #28!

We're back with Show #28 of The Summerhill Gang! Spring has sprung and we are excited to bring you some great TV talk, new Music, Movie news and great confessions about music concerts in the Pop Culture Confessional. Enjoy!!

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Doesn't everyone want to be a Pepper? Wouldn't you like to be a Pepper too?


TV

• The New Adventures of Old Christine - Funniest sitcom on TV?
  
• Goodbye Jericho! - TVSquad reports that CBS has canceled the show.
  
• American Idol - It's hot this season! Find David Cook's performance of "Billie Jean" to see what we mean. Also, read up on this year's Idol Gives Back show.
  
• Battlestar Galactica - Season 4.0 begins 4/4/2008. Watch an 8 minute recap of the first three seasons below...

• Prison Break - TVSquad reports that Fox has renewed the show for a 4th season.
  

Music

Would you like a free can of Dr. Pepper? You'll be able to get one IF Axl Rose releases the next Guns 'N' Roses album in 2008.

She & Him is a new duo consisting of musician M. Ward and actress Zooey Deschanel. Their sound is retro, pulling from influences as varied as The Ronettes, Chet Atkins and Linda Ronstadt. Deschanel has a unique and distinctive voice. Combined with Ward's creative arrangements the duo brings about a harmony that is catchy and retrospective. Check out the stand out track "Why Do You Let Me Stay Here?"


Summer concerts in San Diego are great fun! Check out these venues to see who is coming to the area:

• Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay
  
• Coors Amphitheater
  
• House of Blues
  
• Viejas Concerts in the Park
  
• San Diego County Fair
  
• Belly Up Tavern

Movies

M. Night Shyamalan's new movie drops on Friday, June 13th, 2008. See the trailer at The Happening movie website.

Best of the Web

Watch the movie Rain Man in 5 seconds...


Pop Culture Confessional

This week's question is: What was the first concert you ever attended? OR What is the most embarrassing concert you ever attended?

Doug's confession:
Can you spot Doug in this concert footage from Amy Grant's Unguarded tour?


Jamie's confession:
"Weird Al" Yankovic was very popular back in the early 1980's. Check out his spoof of Michael Jackson's "Beat It" called "Eat It".

Listener Confessions:

Ralph remembers seeing Neil Diamond at the Cow Palace in San Francisco in 1981. His most embarrassing? Air Supply in 1983...

Jodie remembers seeing Boys II Men at her first concert...

Paula was digging on Madness and their big hit "Madness" back in the early 1980's...


New question: What was your favorite movie released in 2007?

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Show #25!

Hey everyone! Thanks for checking in with The Summerhill Gang. We're glad that you are here and we hope you have fun checking out the website. We have plenty of links and embedded videos for you to check out. It's another big show this time with an update on what we did over the holidays, the latest in TV news, an introduction to a new music group, movie reviews and a new Pop Culture Confessional about our favorite TV game shows. The pop culture goodness is so tasty, you'll be coming back for seconds...and thirds...and...

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YouTube has plenty of classic Family Feud clips. The one we played on the show is here.

TV

• The writer's strike continues...TV Squad has a good list of what to expect on TV this winter.
  
• American Gladiators - Watch a 30 second spot for the return of this show and check out the very funny preview below...

• Lost - returns on January 31, 2008 for season four. See the trailer below...

• Jericho - returns on February 12, 2008 for a second season. TV Squad has an article on the return, including a video to watch.
  
• Terminator: The Sarah Conner Chronicles - Yahoo has a time line to show you where the TV show fits with the movies.
  
• American Idol - Season 7 is in full force. Check out the Bird Man audition below...

• Survivor: Fans vs. Favorites - Season 16 starts on February 7, 2008. TV Squad takes a look at the contestants.

Music
Georgie James is a duo that hails from Washington, D.C. John Davis plays guitars and drums while Laura Burhenn plays piano. Their debut CD is called Places and we played a clip of "Need Your Needs."
Check out these stories on NPR about Georgie James:

• Second Stage: "Need Your Needs"
  
• Song of the Day: "Henry and Hanzy"
  
• Project Song: "Monument"

Movies
Discussed in this show:

• Top Ten Movies of 2007
  
• Yahoo's Ten Most Anticipated Movies of 2008
  
• National Treasure: Book of Secrets (2007) - Check out this NY Times article about Disney cartoons playing in front of theatrical releases.
  
• Charlie Wilson's War (2007)
  
• The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)
  
• Cloverfield (2008)
  
• Rambo (2008)
  

Best of the Web
A bonus clip this week...Check out the website, Declare Yourself, and watch a video about Voting with Ed Helms from The Office...


Pop Culture Confessional

Thanks to Christine for reminding us of the connection between Seinfeld and The Greatest American Hero. Here's the clip...


The question from show #24 was: What is your favorite TV theme song?

Christine called in to say she loves the Olympics theme, best captured in this clip of the opening ceremonies from 1984...


Emily wrote in to say that her favorite theme song is from American Idol.
You can listen to that theme song and many others over at Television Tunes.

This week's question is: What is your all-time favorite TV game show?

Doug's confession: Who Wants to be a Millionaire?


Jamie's confession: The Gong Show


Listener Confessions:

• Christine - Family Feud
  

New question: What is your favorite love song from the 1980's?

We are bringing back one of our favorite confessionals! Check out Show #14 to hear how it went down the first time. So much hilarity that we decided to do it again! Call or write to us with your confession of a favorite love song from the 1980's. We know you have one...

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Show #18!

The Summerhill Gang is finally back. It has been over 3 weeks since our last show, so we have plenty to talk about this time. The gang on Summerhill Drive is wrapping up the school year and heading into summer, where I am sure we will have plenty of BBQ and Street Ball action. This week we chat about the end of Little League and Softball seasons, Doug and family joining the mini-van revolution, a fabulous trip to Mexico to build houses over Memorial Day weekend, and our favorite comic, Brian Regan, coming to town.
Plus, we have all of the great discussion and clips about TV, movie reviews and the Pop Culture Confessional.

It's all inside...and waiting for you...

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This Week's Fun Commercial is brought to you by Alka-Seltzer. This commercial aired in 1965 and was so popular that it helped the music group the T-Bones break the top 100 on the Billboard Charts in 1966. Check out the video below...


Favorite Comedians
Brian Regan is one of our all-time favorite comics. He has started a new tour and is coming to San Diego in August. He also has a new special airing on Comedy Central on June 10th. Check out the Comedy Central website for details on Brian's tour, his new special and for video clips, including the clip we played on the show.

Jim Gaffigan is also a favorite. We played part of his routine on Cake. Check out the longer version at YouTube...

TV

• The Simpsons aired its 400th episode this season. Check out the Top 10 Reasons Why Homer Simpson Should be President...

• The first season of Heroes has come to an end. Is Sylar really dead? What about the Petrelli brothers, did they blow up in space together? Catch up online and prepare for Book 2: Generations in the Fall.
  
• Has 24 lost its edge? This season was a bit of a downer, but the producers are promising big changes for next season. You can read more about that over at CNN.
• American Idol crowned its sixth season champ. Jordin Sparks, a 17 year old from Arizona, won the title. Check out video of the announcement and Jordin's performance.
  
• Jericho finished out its first season on May 9th and was promptly canceled by CBS on May 16th. Fans of the show have cried foul and wonder if there will ever be closure. CBS made a statement that you can read at the Jericho Wiki and you can also check out the Nuts Campaign that fans have started to send tons of peanuts to the CBS offices in protest.
  
• Friday Night Lights is coming back in the fall! NBC announced its renewal for a second season at the Network Upfronts in May.
  
• On The Lot had a great beginning to its season this summer, but we are wondering if FOX will stop messing with the format of the show. You can catch up on episodes and see the movies created by up and coming directors at the show website.
  
• The Next Best Thing started last week. The show is horrible, but there are some definite talents showing up.
  

All of the networks have announced their plans for the fall. Check out their plans below:

• NBC
  
• ABC
  
• CBS
  
• CW
  
• FOX
  

Movies
Shrek the Third followed Spider-Man 3 with its own HUGE opening. Jamie rated it a DVD RENTAL. Listen in to see how he ranks it compared to the first two movies. Also you can read about Shrek's record opening for an animated movie over at Yahoo.

Jamie also saw and reviewed Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. It was overly long and kind of weird in spots, but he rates it a MATINEE PRICE movie and recommends you see it in the theaters.

We also reviewed DVDs of Babel, The Prestige and The Nativity Story.

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We found this very funny clip over at YouTube from The Conan O'Brien Show. Check out this commercial spoof of the Apple iPod and its many uses...


Pop Culture Confessional
This week: Is there a movie that you have not seen that surprises people?

Doug's confession: He has yet to see Casablanca...
Jamie's confession: He hasn't seen Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon or The Blair Witch Project.

New question: What is your current iPod dirty little secret?
Call or write to us with your embarrassing confession about a song or podcast that you have on your iPod. We know you have them, now it's time to confess...

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