Some Showbiz Stuff
Notes on a new Netflix special from Wanda Sykes, the chemistry of Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini on “Dead To Me,” and a movie I included in my Best Of 2018 that has finally made its streaming debut.
James Holzhauer Finally Loses
My thoughts on Emma Boettcher ending James Holzhauer’s winning streak on “Jeopardy!” — and the idiot conspiracy theories that appeared almost instantly.
Movie Review: “Always Be My Maybe”
Her standup specials helped Ali Wong break out, but her new Netflix feature “Always Be My Maybe” will make her a movie star, too. Here’s my review.
Best Thing I’ve Read Today: Norman Chad
Like me, Norman Chad can’t understand why people are rooting against James Holzhauer, the dominant “Jeopardy!” champion who tomorrow (Monday) is likely to surpass Ken Jennings’ record of $2.5 million in regular-season winnings.
That Live Retro Sitcom Hour
Random observations on last night’s re-creation of classic episodes of “All In The Family” and “The Jeffersons” on ABC, complete with the usual over-excited studio audience.
As I Tweeted
I don’t know if any of the rumors about squabbling inside CBS News are true, but I am sure the changes to their morning show and evening newscast personnel will rocket them to third place in the ratings!
Jonathan, The Widow, and the Hired Guns
A few weeks ago, I gave you suggestions for six TV series I enjoyed that you might want to try. Now I’m back with another series and two movies, all streaming now (or available for rent on other platforms).
The Jeopardy Grin Of James Holzhauer
While James Holzhauer’s remarkable “Jeopardy!” run is on hiatus for two weeks, here are some of my thoughts about his style, his strategy, and his teeth.
