What's On Tonight (Friday): Joel Edgerton and the Multiverse of Madness

         

Dark Matter

Today's Top Pick is the second season premiere of the Apple sci-fi series Dark Matter.  The series stars Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly and regards a device that allows people to access all potential realities.  The second season is a bit of a surprise for me as the first season was based on a book and both book and show ended in the same place.  There's no book to follow now so it will be interesting to see where the writers decide to take it.  The last couple seasons of Game of Thrones did the same thing and was universally loved by all.

⭐🔔 Dark Matter (Apple, 12:01 AM) SEASON TWO PREMIERE. 'Picks up with the Dessens as they settle into a quiet life in a world that finally seems safe until the unimaginable forces them to run once again. As Jason’s (Joel Edgerton) obsession with the Box deepens, Daniela’s (Jennifer Connelly) growing paranoia pushes her to the brink, threatening to tear their fragile stability apart. Elsewhere, Amanda and Ryan join forces in a desperate attempt to find their way home. With Blair determined to stop him, Leighton relentlessly chases his grand vision of creating a perfect world.'

Elsewhere...

Politics Corner August 27

    

beware of Harlan Crow

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I'm looking for and not finding good news.

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The Great British Sewing Bee, S5 E8: Finale

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The three finalists take on a trio of evening wear challenges. The judges begin by asking the sewers to follow the most complex pattern yet, a double-breasted waistcoat.

Originally aired April 2, 2019 [Google Drive Link To The Episode]

 

Vanities, Thy Producer is Earl

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Today's Notable Opening Night is Aug. 27, 1931, when the latest round of Earl Carroll's Vanities opened at the now-demolished Earl Carroll Theatre. The show reopened the Carroll, which was actually a new building at the old venue's address. The Carroll lasted for less than a year in Earl's hands before becoming the property of Florenz Ziegfeld, and later Billy Rose, and later than tat, Woolworth's. In 1931, the Vanities marked the Broadway debut of Burton Lane (Finian's Rainbow, On a Clear Day You Can See Forever).

Politics Corner August 26

    

beware of Harlan Crow

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Politics Corner had the rug pulled out from under his right foot yesterday when God took Dolly Parton. It's the sinister side today. Tim Curry is irreplaceable for the same and different reasons.

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What's On Tonight (Thursday): You Is Watching Big Brother?

 

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Tonight's Top Pick is the 1,000th episode of Big Brother, airing live at 8 p.m. on CBS. For comparison, Survivor has aired 727 episodes, The Bachelor(ette) has aired a total 540, and The Voice has done about 300.

Why don't you come up to the lab and see what's on the slab?

 

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Life In A Post-Dolly World And Other Wednesday Headlines

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'Hello: I'm Dolly' [Wonkette] Read this one instead [Substack] (edited by DC191)

'The Atheist Congressman Taking On MAGA’s Nationalist Crusaders' [The Bulwark]

What's On Tonight (Wednesday): Joe way out

Average Joe

Did I do that? Here's what's on television for tonight, Sunday, July 26!

Our Top Pick tonight is Average Joe (Paramount+, 3 a.m.). There were 3 years in between seasons 1 and 2 of this dark comedy. It also flipped from BET+ to Paramount+. Working man Joe (Deon Cole) finds out his deceased father stole $10 million from the Russian mafia. They are coming to collect and Joe wants to put down his claim on it. Things escalate quickly. This series is unrelated to the early '00s reality show and that Amy Acker movie.

Elsewhere, the '90s Totally live again on HGTV, the Last Sunrise approaches, Diarra does cat and mouse, the Shards are galvanized, a festival is Trying, Ted Lasso breaks up cliques, Reacher is always sunny, and Hugo Weaving goes to the Airport.

Politics Corner August 25

    

beware of Harlan Crow

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I want to be the girl with the most cake

He only loves those things because he loves to see them break

I fake it so real, I am beyond fake

And someday you will ache like I ache

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Dolly Parton Has Died

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@dollyparton Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old. Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000). A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact. At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

Big Whooper Deal And Other Tuesday Headlines

The National Bird Of Finland Is The Whooper Swan, Via Facebook

'No One Gives A Shit About Your Grand Prix Race, You Out-Of-Touch Fuck' [Jeff Tiedrich]

Dr. Oz, Just Begging To Get Fired [Wonkette]

Politics Corner August 24

    

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Some things are always out of reach.

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fashion Michael Calloway 

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What's On Tonight (Tuesday): These ... are ... Jeopardy! Masters

 

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Tonight's Top Pick is the fourth season premiere of Jeopardy! Masters, airing at 8 p.m. on ABC. The runner-up is the sixth season summer finale of Ruthless, dropping at 3:01 a.m. on Paramount+.

Sportsball August 24

 

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What's On Tonight (Monday): Shazam!

 

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Tonight's Top Pick is Beat Shazam, airing two episodes starting at 8 p.m. It was either going to be this or the 100th episode of The Wall. Next Monday's Top Pick is guaranteed: The Kelly Clarkson Show's finale.

Politics Corner August 23

    

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We make promises to our "warfighters" and then we break them. Not only are the sailors on the USS Lincoln facing unthinkable conditions but now we are arresting their parents for deportation. What the fuck? [CNN]

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Cancellation League Launch!

 

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This is a cancellation league, not a success league. The contest begins Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026.

CBSSM: The Wonders Of Nature

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This week's segments can be found at the CBSSM YouTube page. Viewers in Australia/New Zealand may encounter IP geoblocking that requires a VPN to bypass.

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What's On Tonight (Sunday): Vampire weekend

The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only Live

Drive carefully. And don't forget to fasten your condom! Here's what's on television for tonight, Sunday, August 23!

Our Top Pick tonight is The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only Live (AMC+, 3 a.m.). Filmed at the Beacon Theater earlier this year, this concert performance features Sam Reid and the band from The Vampire Lestat in character as they perform for an audience.

Elsewhere, the Dead need supplies, the Westies fallout, the Librarians can never leave the hotel, Tiger Woods is on the rise, and the President disagrees with his party.