Category Archives: Television

And . . . We’re Back.

Posted on March 21, 2011 by The Axis of Ego

After a two-week slowdown caused by other commitments, we’re back at full speed. Well, such as it is. Up first is a two-part podcast. Tom and Mike transition from one topic to another like the Frogger of yore diligently hopping … Continue reading →

Posted in General Culture and News, Movies, Podcasts, Politics, Reviews, Television | Tagged Cocaine, Comedy Central, DeLorean, Donald Trump, General Culture and News, Greg Giraldo, Hornbooks, Law School, Legal Documents, Libya, MacGruber, Movies, Obama, Podcasts, Politics, Reviews, Roasts, Television, WWE | 2 Comments

Even the Color Commentator Thinks the Sixers Are Dull

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Tom Garrett

From the narcolepsy department* comes this gem: Sixers color man Eric Snow suddenly falls asleep during a broadcast from a few weeks back. It happens over a minute into this clip, and most bizarre is the fact that he’s totally … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Sports, Television, Videos | Tagged Basketball, Broadcasting, Commentary, Eric Snow, Narcolepsy, NBA, Sports, Television, TV | Leave a comment

SitCombat 3/17/11

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Tom Garrett

I wasn’t originally planning on doing a SitCombat article this week. Two reasons: One, the NCAA Tournament takes precedence over my viewing schedule. Two, I thought 30 Rock was going to be another rerun this week. It turns out, it … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Reviews, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Alec Baldwin, Archer, Commentary, H. Jon Benjamin, Jack Donaghy, Jane Krakowski, Liz Lemon, Queen of Jordan, Reviews, SitCombat, Sitcoms, Television, Tina Fey, TV | Leave a comment

SitCombat: 3/10/11

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Tom Garrett

The NBC shows are still in reruns, which could open the door for Archer to retain its title after a very strong showing last week. The Office offered up Andy’s fake seminar, 30 Rock refreshed our memories on Tracy’s battle … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Reviews, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Archer, Commentary, Rachel Harris, Reviews, SitCombat, Sitcoms, Steve Carell, Television, The Office, Tina Fey | Leave a comment

Awkward Moments in Entertainment History: Clive Anderson vs. The Bee Gees

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Tom Garrett

In light of, um, recent events, I thought now might be an opportune time to delve into the subject of awkward moments in the history of television / music / movies / etc. This forgotten (or, in America, unseen) gem … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Music, Television, Videos | Tagged Awkwardness, Bee Gees, Clive Anderson, Commentary, Music, Television, TV, Videos | 25 Comments

SitCombat: 3/3/11

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Tom Garrett

We have an abbreviated edition of SitCombat this week, as NBC pulled a fast one, showing six consecutive episodes of the Office. All were reruns. So, while I would normally review all three series, even if only some were airing … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Reviews, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Andy Bernard, Archer, Chris Parnell, Commentary, H. Jon Benjamin, Michael Scott, Reviews, SitCombat, Television, The Office, TV | Leave a comment

SitCombat: 2/24/11

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Yesterday was quite a day around these parts.* I can think of no better way to follow up an academic-style commentary about the Obama Administration’s decision to cease defending DOMA than with an analysis of the relative merits of three … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Reviews, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Alec Baldwin, Archer, Commentary, Dwight Schrute, Jack Donaghy, Liz Lemon, Michael Scott, Reviews, SitCombat, Sitcoms, Steve Carell, Television, The Office, Tina Fey, Todd Packer, TV | 2 Comments

The Axis of Ego Podcast: Against All Odds

Posted on February 22, 2011 by The Axis of Ego

Tom and Mike review some of the top stories of the week and add additional insights. Don’t let the subtitle fool you – this ‘cast has nothing whatsoever to do with either the 1985 Jeff Bridges / James Woods / … Continue reading →

Posted in General Culture and News, Podcasts, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Animal Rights, China, Cruelty, Goldfish, Illusions, L. Ron Howard, L. Ron Hubbard, Magic, Magnetism, Mel Gibson, Please Don't Sue Us, Podcasts, Scientology, Television, The Hangover 2, The Office, Theology, Tina Fey, Zach Galifanakis | Leave a comment

SitCombat: 2/17/11

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Can the long-awaited cinematic tale of Michael Scarn top defending champ 30 Rock, or will Sterling Archer’s own action / intrigue (and Burt Reynolds references) allow upstart Archer to take the crown from venerable and little-watched NBC fare? Here’s how … Continue reading →

Posted in Commentary, Reviews, Television | Tagged 30 Rock, Alec Baldwin, Archer, FX, Michael Scarn, Michael Scott, NBC, SitCombat, Sitcoms, Steve Carell, Television, The Office, Threat Level Midnight, Tina Fey, TV | Leave a comment

The Axis of Ego Podcast: February 14, 2011

Posted on February 14, 2011 by The Axis of Ego

The latest podcast from Tom and Mike is all over the map – literally! Take a listen as the two discuss everything from the current state of affairs in Egypt (not too many laughs in that portion of the podcast) … Continue reading →