Wednesday TV: Tyra Spanning Two Countries
On Leap Day, the numbers can get all screwy. But it would be the 18th cycle of “America’s Next Top Model” (The CW, 8 p.m.) even if it had happened…
Redefining ‘Stars’ on ‘Dancing’
In astronomical terms, there are millions of stars whose name we do not know. This may also be the guiding principal of casting agents on “Dancing with the Stars” this…
Tuesday TV: ‘The Amish’ vs. Male ‘Idol’ Singers
For most Americans, the Amish are that odd sect that are the butt of jokes, occasional reality shows (“Amish in the City”) or the destination of weekend vacation trips. What…
Oscar Audience Smaller Than Grammys
Ratings for Sunday's Oscar broadcast was a little better than last year's mess with James Franco and Anne Hathaway. But bringing Billy Crystal back to host only put the show…
Monday TV: The Mick Jagger-Cab Calloway Connection
Bill Clinton was the baby boomer president, but it’s Barack Obama who was able to have a Beatle, Bob Dylan and now a Rolling Stone to the East Wing to…
Can the Oscar Show Be Saved?
Last year’s Oscar show was so bad, under the direction of young Hollywood hosts James Franco and Anne Hathaway, there was a rush to turn to the old ways, with…
TV Tonight: All About Oscar
Expectations are supposedly high for The 84th Annual Academy Awards (ABC, 8:30 p.m.) but only because Billy Crystal is returning to host it for the ninth time. His style of…
Also On Sunday: A Couple Other Sporting Events
Today’s the day of the NBA All-Star Game (TNT, 7 p.m.). Also of note: The Daytona 500 (Fox, 1 p.m.). “The Amazing Race” (CBS, 8 p.m.) is one of only…
Mitt Romney Ingratiates Himself to Former Home
Hey there! Hello! It’s so great to be back in Michigan. I just love Michigan. It’s my home state you know. And I’m not just saying this because I’m lagging…
Saturday TV: Independent Spirit Awards, NBA Contests
Oscar weekend gets a kickstart with The Independent Spirit Awards (IFC, 10 p.m.), a decidedly more casual affair honoring many films you may not have heard of, but could be…