Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 206 of ‘Dr. Death’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
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If there is one grand frustration that everyone harbors regarding our need for justice in this life, it would have to be… we cannot stand how long it takes to bring justice to bear. For in our minds, and understandably so, the process should go faster. The evil people of the world should promptly and swiftly face trial for their crimes, and we expect the evidence to be overwhelming enough to send them to jail to rot for all eternity. But alas, while those frustrations are justified, the problem at hand… is that our world simply does not work that way. Justice requires time, requires evidence and a long period of gathering that evidence. Alongside gathering witnesses and sometimes… it also takes a coalition of the willing to bring justice to bear. As evidenced by the next episode of Dr. Death on Peacock.

For ‘The Fog’ took the time to explore the discovery process and what it takes for people to properly cross the line to bring a monster to justice and it accomplished those feats, by way of two key storylines. One of which… involved Benita. Who was beside herself when we caught up with her. Simply because… her life was a mess. For the wedding was cancelled, she had no job prospects and had no idea what tomorrow held for her. So, she set out to do what needed to be done in her mind and bring Paolo Macchiarini to justice. And the best way to make that happen, was to learn every bit of truth about him she could and that… brought her to Europe to explore Paolo’s past and that brought about some shocking revelations. 

Such as how he laid down the foundation for lies and manipulation, by causing harm through hustling and swindling. Which helped him to learn how to gain trust from others and lie properly and this visit also allowed for Benita to learn… just how deep the lies went. Because she also wanted to see where she was supposedly going to live in Barcelona, and that was quite the shock to the system, since there was nothing at the address, she was prepared to ship her belongings to. But that did allow for her to do some investigative digging on Paolo and come to learn where he really lived and while visiting his home, she discovered the ultimate lie. That he had a family, and kept that a secret and well, that was enough to begin to prove that he was a fraud and sow doubt, and little did Bentia know, that she wasn’t the only one making such efforts.

Since Dr. Lasbrey was beginning to have more concerns about her work in Russia with Paolo. Simply because he was reckless and foolhardy about the next transplant and what other artificial devices could be implanted into a person. Which prompted her, to dig deep as well and return to Sweden to finally see what happened with these tracheas and how they were impacting the body. Courtesy of what Drs. Svensson and Gamelli had learned as well. For they too were compiling data and pushing toward the truth and well… they too had what they needed. Giving rise to evidence and truth, and everything people would need to know to shatter Paolo’s standing as a Miracle Worker and finally bring him to justice.

Which likely means the next two episodes, will chronicle how men like Paolo, and Paolo for that matter, face their downfall. Face justice and pay for the horrible things they’ve done in the name of hope and ego. But before we ponder too deeply upon that, we can celebrate one delicate tale. One that truly explained why it takes so long for the justice process to start. Because it does take investigations and a compiling of facts to make that happen and rightfully so. So that there is indeed justice for the fallen and the wounded, and well, now that awaits dear Paolo. For after years of swindling and lying, and quite frankly killing… his day is due and it really will be incredible to see how his former colleagues and his former second fiancé, bring him to justice and find peace for themselves and so many in doing so. Until next time.

Caution: This article contains spoilers for the Series Premiere of ‘Chrissy & Dave Dine Out’.
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One particular aspect of the human condition that is genuinely fascinating, is how we tend to gloss over important traditions that we all take part in and mean the world to us. Because more often than not, when we talk about tradition, or give it thought, our minds drift to the special ones that tie to our family. The ones we learned about and took part in growing up, and now exercise in adulthood to keep them alive. Which of course, are important and worth cherishing, but those aren’t the only time-honored traditions that deserve that level of care and that level of agency. For the other ones we take part in… are just as special and provide us with important formative moments that we take with us into our everyday lives.

Such as the time-honored tradition of breaking bread with friends and family. For that really is a universal human tradition, one that allows for us to bond over a meal and be reminded of why we share that relationship with that person or persons, and we do take it for granted now and again. As though it is nothing more than a general act when it is quite special, quite moving. Since sometimes… it is a meal akin to that, which brings forth the love of our lives as we bond over dessert, or where we heal with a kindred spirit and after the last couple of years… it absolutely needs to be recognized more, and it just so happens… that a brand-new series on Freeform makes a point to do just that. 

For last night saw the debut of Chrissy & Dave Dine Out on the network and ‘Bring the Pizza!’ made it inherently clear that this show will indeed be about celebrating the time-honored tradition of sitting down with friends to eat. With a twist of course. Since hosts, Chrissy Teigen, Joel Kim Booster, and David Chang, invite some celebrity guests along for dinner. Wherein everyone gets to know everyone in that intimate manner that only a dinner can provide and well, this makes a fascinating show. In part because we get to see the human side of celebrities, something we need more of in this world. Since all too often we forget that celebrities are indeed people, and going this route will indeed help with that. Since we were able to see a different side of Jimmy Kimmel, and his lovely wife, Molly, and learn about them as people.

But while that alone could have carried the premiere of this show, it still had so much offer us. Such as how the episode also reminded us of how exciting a process it is to go out and enjoy a meal with friends. Because there is an excitement that comes with making plans, and that spreads when we get there and see the menu and get to taste delicious food and learn about the menu and in the right restaurant, the chef. Which David handled in this tale since he spent a fair time in the kitchen with Chris Bianco to learn about how a great pizza is made. Which added a touch of flare and depth to this episode, making it part celebration of the meal, part dinner interview and part cooking show. But what matters most here, is that all of these elements combine to bring about… a wondrously unique new series.

One that really does celebrate a long-standing tradition in a manner that has never been celebrated before. Because we don’t put meals like this on a pedestal. But we should. For this is just as important as the ones we take part in when we gather with family for the holidays, we just do this one more often and enjoy it every single time. And we connect deeply with those we break bread, or in this case, pizza, and that makes for a refreshing series that outright hooks you. Because now you want to see what other celebrities will open up over the course of a meal, and what amazing foods everyone is going to eat. But most important of all, you get to enjoy something that you can relate to and can take part in vicariously. Which brings forth happiness and a real motivation, to call up your bestie and invite them out to take part in that all-important bonding tradition, of dining with someone that brings you joy. Until next time.

If there is one consistent complaint that people have about storytelling in this day and age, it would have to be… that there isn’t enough original content. That all we get is sequels, reboots and remakes and franchises and universes that never end. To which there is some merit. Since there are indeed a bevy of those stories out there. But the fact of that matter is, that complaint isn’t entirely warranted. For there are indeed some original goodies being released as well, they just require a little bit of work and a little bit of patience in order to find them. Or a helping hand, one that can recommend a true gem, such as the one we recently discovered.
 
Because it just so happens that a supremely original new series on Peacock makes its debut today and In the Know deserves its day in the sun. For it really is an original and refreshing series, one that we are going to talk about in a spoiler-free manner today. So, you can settle in and enjoy it a bit before we start breaking it down in great detail. Because this is a series that deserves to be poured over and examined deeply because of the amazingly magnificent plot that it happens to harbor. One that provides us with a protagonist unlike any other on the airwaves right now.
 
For Lauren Caspian is in fact, a radio host. Who works for NPR and is an ace interviewer and he thoroughly loves his job, and this is a story that allows for us to see the inner workings of his job and meet his co-workers and well, that’s where this story goes next level. Because that simple plot is nothing more than the foundation for a grandiose comedy. One that informs us that Lauren’s NPR office is filled to the brim with co-workers that beat to the march of their own drum and have their own wild agendas some days. Giving rise to a workplace where it is amazing that anything gets done, simply because the shenanigans that ensue in between those interviews are off the wall, and outright amazing and well… it doesn’t get more original than that.
 
Because this writer is hard pressed to think of any other show out there that offers this kind of setting and this kind of zany day-in-the-life plot. But that is what you find here, and it is outright delightful. Mainly because all of this works so well because of the dynamic characters that we meet in Lauren’s office. For Lauren’s co-workers are simply amazing in their own right and quirky and fun, and silly in all the right ways. All of which draws you in, because you simply don’t know what to expect from them on any given day and it also doesn’t hurt, that the acting outright allows for the jokes to be delivered with an incredibly ferocity and honesty that you don’t always find in comedy. 
 
In fact, it would be foolish to not point out that the acting and the writing are outright stellar here. To the point where you sometimes forget you’re watching an animated comedy. Because the performances feel so real and you believe these characters exist in our world, and the scripts are just flawless and the stories draw you in and well, that is what makes this such a wonderful and hilarious show. One that is everything you want from a comedy and more, and the best news of all is that you no longer have to wait to watch it. For the entire first season of In the Know is available to watch on Peacock right now, and you absolutely need to see this series. For this really is one of the most unique stories to hit the airwaves in years, and it absolutely deserves to be celebrated.
 
To learn more about the creation of ‘In the Know’, check out our interviews with Series Co-Creator/Co-Writer/Executive Producer Brandon Gardner, and Cast Members: Carl Tart and J. Smith-Cameron, Caitlin Reilly and Charlie Bushman.
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​Please enjoy a sneak peek of Episode 308 of Power Book III: Raising Kanan, which debuts on STARZ tomorrow, 1/25/24!

Please enjoy this exclusive sneak peek (and summary) of season 2 of Sago Mini Friends, which debuts tomorrow (1/26/24) on Apple TV+!

​'Based on the charming characters and artful designs featured in the popular and award-winning Sago Mini World app, developed by Sago Mini, “Sago Mini Friends” is an adorable nod to gratitude, spotlighting Harvey the floppy-eared dog and his best friends, Jinja the cat, Jack the rabbit, and Robin the bird. Along with a unique cast of residents as colorful as their own whimsical world, the four friends play, explore, imagine and celebrate daily in their joyful town of Sagoville. In each episode of the series, which is recognized as a Common Sense Media Selection for Families, Harvey and all his friends express their true thankfulness for all things, big and small, through optimism, kindness, preschool-friendly humor and unforgettable original songs! 
 
“Sago Mini Friends” is executive produced by Daytime Emmy Award nominees Jennifer Dodge (“PAW Patrol”), Ronnen Harary (“PAW Patrol”), Tone Thyne (“Wonder Pets!”), and Dustin Ferrer (“Esme & Roy”). Daytime Emmy Award nominees Laura Clunie (“PAW Patrol”), and Toni Stevens (“PAW Patrol”) serve as co-executive producers, with Chad Hicks (“Kingdom Force”) as series director. The series is produced by Daytime Emmy Award-nominated Spin Master Entertainment (“PAW Patrol”) and animated by 9 Story Media Group’s Emmy Award-winning studio Brown Bag Films. Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside and expert in the science of happiness, serves as the gratitude expert on the series through Apple TV+’s changemakers initiative.
 
The Sago Mini World app, which the “Sago Mini Friends” series is based on, features over 40 games for kids ages 2-5 years old. Sago Mini World has received accolades from the Parents’ Choice Gold Awards, the Webby Awards, the Academics’ Choice Media Awards and the Kidscreen Awards. The app encourages children to play, build, create and pretend with digital games that spark imagination and curiosity.'

It is definitely safe to say, that cozy mysteries are all the rage right now. Simply because they serve as the perfect escapist story. Wherein a plucky and relatable investigator solves the worst crimes possible in a manner that is indeed comforting and wholesome, and the joy they inspire has brought forth a bevy of them to the television landscape. So many in fact, that it is hard to sometimes decide which one to watch. But thankfully, there are some cozy mysteries that stand out above the rest, many of which reside at Acorn TV. For they are a premier streaming service when it comes to all thing’s mystery, and all things cozy mystery, and one of note they are host to, just so happens to be The Madame Blanc Mysteries.
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A delightful and charming series that immediately wins viewers over with its endearing characters and fascinating cases for Jean White to solve, and it’s pulled in so many of us, and is so beloved a show that earlier today, Acorn TV let it be known… there’s more of this show on the way. By announcing the season three premiere date and by dropping a trailer as well, and since you’re here because you’re a fan of this amazing series, here is that trailer and all the details you need regarding season three as we begin to the countdown to a new year of new mysteries for Jean White to solve.
 
‘Acorn TV’s captivating crime drama The Madame Blanc Mysteries, created by and starring Sally Lindsay (Cold Call, Mount Pleasant), returns with a two-episode premiere on Monday, February 19, with additional episodes dropping weekly. The Christmas Special, the first episode of Season 3, premiered on Christmas Day and is available to stream on Acorn TV.
 
The Madame Blanc Mysteries follows renowned and respected antiques dealer, Jean White (Lindsay). Her expertise in the world of antiquities proves to be the key to solving a series of murders and mysteries against the backdrop of the beautiful French village of Sainte Victoire. This season sees Jean solving new mysteries, ranging from a deep-sea diving mishap to a historical duel, alongside her friend – and flirting partner – Dom (Steve Edge, Starlings, Murder They Hope, Maxine).
 
The all-new season also sees the return of Gloria Beaushaw (Sue Vincent, Mount Pleasant, Shameless), eccentric married couple and manor owners Judith Lloyd James (Sue Holderness, Only Fools and Horses, Still Open All Hours) and Jeremy Lloyd James (Robin Askwith, Strike, Benidorm), Chief of Police André Caron (Alex Gaumond, Derry Girls, My Dinner With Hervé, Death In Paradise) and Dom’s light-fingered Uncle Patrick (Tony Robinson, Blackadder, Time Team).
 
The Madame Blanc Mysteries, an Acorn TV Original Series, is created by Sally Lindsay with Sue Vincent serving as series co-writer. Dermot Boyd serves as director. Clapperboard and Saffron Cherry Productions co-produce alongside Acorn Media Enterprises, who also serves as international distributor, holding exclusive rights worldwide except for the UK and Northern Ireland. The series was ordered for Channel 5 by Paul Testar, Commissioning Editor, Drama, Channel 5 and Paramount+. The series is produced by Jake Rollins, while Mike Benson and Andy Morgan serves as Executive Producers for Clapperboard alongside Sally Lindsay and Caroline Roberts-Cherry for Saffron Cherry.’​

It is definitely safe to say that season two of the hit NBC series, Night Court, has been an utter delight. For this season’s storytelling leans into the classic zaniness that was present in the original show, while offering up stories with real heart and depth. Giving rise to the perfect hybrid of old and new for this ‘New Boot’ and its wonder doesn’t end there. Because we’ve also been treated to special episodes such as the Holiday Special that recently aired, and what awaits us come next Tuesday, is pretty amazing.
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For earlier today, NBC let it be known that Night Court is going to offer up a Comic-Con themed episode on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. One that will see Dan learn about the world of nerds that geek, when New York Comic-Con arrives in town and to celebrate how epic this story is going to be, they released a bevy of new images for the episode. The kind that are indeed as nerdy as they come and offer up a Star Trek throwback for John Larroquette. One that we will break down further in our recap next week. But for now, here are some of those images for you to enjoy, and some details on the episode, courtesy of NBC.

“The Wrath of Comic-Con"
Airing Jan. 30 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on NBC
When Dan finds a potential love connection with a woman who has sworn to destroy him, Dan takes drastic measures, which includes fully embracing the wondrous world of Comic-Con.  Meanwhile, Abby is forced to confront the fact that she might actually dislike someone when a childhood “friend” (Jessica St. Clair) comes to visit.

Cosplay in the court? Dan gains a whole new perspective into the world of Comic-Con and it’s anything but a usual night in court on the hilarious new episode airing Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Wendie Malick and Jessica St. Clair guest star.

About “Night Court”
Court is back in session!  When the perpetually sunny judge Abby Stone (Melissa Rauch) takes the night shift in her father’s old courtroom, she presides over some of New York’s most unique and unusual cases – with an oddball cast of characters by her side. This includes former night court District Attorney Dan FieIding (John Larroquette), who now serves as the court’s public defender. 
From executive producer and writer Dan Rubin, “Night Court” is based on the original hit series that ran for nine seasons on NBC.  Melissa Rauch and Winston Rauch executive produce through their After January Productions. Mona Garcea oversees for After January Productions and John Larroquette also serves as an executive producer.

“Night Court” is produced by Rauch’s After January Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

Please enjoy this super-sized sneak peek of the new Peacock series, In the Know, which debuts on Peacock, tomorrow, 1/25/24!

2024 has definitely been the year of Jack Reacher. For not only did we all get to enjoy a powerhouse new chapter in his Prime Video series, but we now know that Reacher will be back for a third season. Giving us more of this incredible hero for a modern era. One that stands up for the little guy and does what must be done so justice is served in this world. But as the glow begins to fade from that amazing season two finale and that news, new questions pop into our heads. Specifically, when will receive season three of this show? Since we know the show is filming now.
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Plus, we are also dying to know, which book will serve as the source material for season three. For every season is based upon of one of Lee Child’s amazing Jack Reacher books and well, Prime Video was kind enough to answer one of those questions for us today. For earlier, they let it be known which book will serve as the foundation for Reacher’s latest quest for justice and good, and well, here are all the details on that book, along with a casting announcement for season three, and an announcement video, courtesy of Prime Video.

‘Today, Prime Video confirmed that Season Three of Reacher will be based on the book Persuader, the 7th book in the Jack Reacher series, written by Lee Child.
 
With this news, Prime Video also confirms that Maria Sten (Swamp Thing) will return to Reacher for Season Three, reprising the role of Frances Neagley, alongside Reacher star Alan Ritchson.
 
About Season Three: Reacher must go undercover to rescue an informant held by a haunting foe from his past.
 
The third season of Reacher is currently filming in Toronto. The renewal was announced in December 2023, two weeks before season two premiered on Prime Video. 
 
Reacher Season Two was the #1 title on Prime Video worldwide across both series and movies in 2023 during its premiere weekend (based on viewership). The series’ global audience grew 50% between seasons in the first three days after the second season’s debut on December 15, 2023. All episodes of the first two seasons of Reacher are now streaming on Prime Video. 
 
Based on the novels by Lee Child, who is an executive producer on the series, Reacher stars Alan Ritchson (Fast X, Titans) and is produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Skydance Television, and Paramount Television Studios. Reacher is written for television by Emmy-nominated writer Nick Santora (FUBAR, Prison Break), who also executive produces and serves as showrunner. In addition to Santora and Child, Ritchson will serve as an executive producer of Season Three, along with Don Granger, Scott Sullivan, Mick Betancourt, and David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Matt Thunell for Skydance. Carolyn Harris and Kenny Madrid are the executives-in-charge of the series for Skydance Television.’

See the Announcement Video: HERE

Whenever a country announces they are declaring war against another nation, there comes quite the set of promises. Such as how the country in question will be victorious and stand against the evil that threatens them, and also… that the war will be swift and decisive. All because those in charge of leading the march to war, do not want a prolonged conflict. They want to be victorious and move into what comes next post war. But there are other motivating factors beyond the ideology of war and the thrill of victory. For a swift win keeps resource use to a minimum, and it also keeps loss of life to a minimum. But there are also other solid reasons that nations want to keep war swift and intense, that we don’t discuss all that often. 
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Because in reality, a prolonged conflict can wear upon the citizens of that nation, and bring about a sense of hopelessness as their armed forces continue to use resources they too desperately need. Not to mention, there’s a real wear and tear that can impact the forces in question. Because being in a constant state of warfare can put a soldier in a very unique place mentally. One where killing is the norm for them, and so is the fury, and anger and apathy that is required to take a life. Which isn’t healthy and is also damaging from a mental health standpoint. To the point where it could a rob of solider of the person they once used to be. Because they will feel hopeless and trapped in a world of sanctioned murder and while that may seem extreme, well, there’s evidence to back that up. 

The kind that came in the form of the next episode of ‘The Pacific’. For this series was indeed assembled through true testimony, including that of one Corporal Eugene Sledge. And he made it very clear what that impact would be in his book and much of that made its way into ‘Part Nine’ of this series. For this episode chronicled when Sledge’s unit made its way to Okinawa. The last stronghold between the United States Marine Corps and the Japanese mainland, and this was where strategists were pondering upon how best to execute a landing similar to Normandy via the scrapped Operation: Downfall. But what mattered more, was that Okinawa was a tough place for Sledge to deal with, for it was indeed the darkest battle he fought in. Which is saying something.

But here… he and his unit saw the ugliest parts of humanity. Since it was revealed that citizens were being used as human shields and explosive devices to garner the upper hand against the Marines. A reality that left everyone shell shocked over the desperate nature of the Empire and the horrors didn’t end there. Because so many Marines lost their minds and lost their lives in this place. In large part, because the pressure was too high and because… the fighting had indeed gone on for too long. For there were Marines pondering upon where they might be in the Pacific in 1946 and 1947 as the war raged on and all of this brought about some real dark and unsettling moments, some of which involved Eugene himself. For he too had seen enough and done enough, and he was deeply beginning to struggle.
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To the point where he started to act recklessly in combat and pondered deeply upon just letting his moral code go and well, it was hard to see him and everyone else in his unit suffer in this manner. But it hammered home the reality, this is what years of war can do to a person, and the damage it can cause and for a time, it truly seemed as though we were going to see Eugene Sledge just let go. Embrace the horror of war and become its wanton tool of destruction. But thankfully, neither he nor the rest of his fellow soldiers had to cross that threshold. For this particular episode surprised us all, by transporting us a few days after the United States unleashed nuclear bombs upon humanity for the first time in history. Signaling that the end of the war was near and soon… the fighting and the bloodshed, and the pain would finally end.

But while that is indeed a reward for the audience, it was nothing more than another day for Sledge. Who was readying his frayed nerves and psyche for more combat, more blood, more darkness. And his journey here, really made it clear the ugliness of a prolonged conflict and once again tasked us with the question… is war really worth it? Because this is what it creates, and end of the war or not, that darkness he has been trying to keep at bay doesn’t leave overnight. For there’s PTSD in his soul, and actions he cannot just wash his hands of, and it will be interesting to see what the story explores regarding that in its series finale. For this is it, we are but one episode away from bringing this saga to a close, courtesy of the surrender from the Empire that awaits. Until next time.