Unfortunately, I am an insomniac. I watch television all night and into the early morning. Lately, I have been enjoying an array of new offerings that are quite good.
My first pick is CBS Early Morning News with Gayle King (Oprah's best bud), Erica Hill, and Charlie Rose. This totally trumps Matt and Anne(whom I cannot tolerate) on NBC, and George Stephanopoulos and Robin Roberts ( a total fluff show, in my humble opinion) on ABC. Charlie Rose is a great interviewer and this is finally something fresh and exciting to watch if you choose to switch the channel from Morning Joe and MSNBC. My prediction: the new CBS show will beat out all other morning shows in the ratings ( Fox news with Rosanne Scotto isn't worth discussing).
Next is Californication on Showtime. Of course, all who know me, also are aware that Californication is my absolute favorite show. The first episode was this past sunday and it did not disappoint. The opening episode is David Duchovny coming back to California from NYC after 2 years have passed. Every character in this series is compelling and so much fun to watch. Hank's daughter, Becca (my personal fav), has an obnoxious new beau, who is a younger version of Hank. Charlie Runkle, Hank's best friend and manager, is "busy" (literally) conquering his 100th sex partner after his divorce.
And, Duchovny (Hank) is the bad boy everyone loves to love.Watch this show-it is worth the cost of Showtime!
Right before the Californication slot, is a new show with Don Cheedle and Kristin Bell called House Of Lies. This,too, is worth a nod. However, I could do without the superflous freeze frames.
On Bravo, there are two new developments that I have liked. The first being that at 11pm Andy Cohen hosts his late night show now 5 nights a week. He, alone, has made this network what it is. Although you may not go in for all the silly "Housewives" shows, he is the brains behind the success of Bravo.
The other Bravo show that I am embarrased to say I love and watch is: It's a Brad Brad World. Brad Goreski, is the former stylist who worked with Rachel Zoe. There seems to be some bad blood having to do with his leaving Rachel's organization which he briefly addresses in the first episode. I especially like Brad's portrayal of the magazine editors at In Style and Details- it is spot on. This docudrama is pure fun. FYI -I don't think he is such a great sylist.
Finally, check out my favorite primetime series-Modern Family, Parenthood, and a show with Zoe Deshchanel, called "New Girl" written and produced by JJPhilbin. That's our beloved Regis Philbin's daughter. Deschanel is talented and endearing. Hopefully, viewers will tune in and it won't get cancelled.
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