Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Wild About BUCKWILD...The Next Jersey Shore

I just found some time to write about the mini marathon of BUCKWILD that was on MTV a few days ago. I saw the first episode a few weeks back, but I wasn't catching the new shows. Luckily I had some open time this past weekend, and the other shows on TV weren't grabbing my attention. I watched episodes 105-108 which includes the following: 'Double Trouble/Birthday Wishes Can Come True’ & 'Raging Bulls/It's Not A Date'. Any show that has hillbillies doing stupid stuff is okay in my book. I usually like changing the channel in commercials, but these episodes had me hooked. I couldn't leave the channel or my seat. That's a good thing for MTV I suppose.

'Double Trouble/Birthday Wished Can Come True' focuses on Shae's breakup with Jesse J. and her quick rebound to Joey. Joey got more than a mouthful for his birthday as Shae licked apple butter off of his chest. 


'Raging Bulls/It's Not a Date' continued with the new romance between Shae and Joey. Joey manned up and took Shae out for their first date. Shae definitely rewarded him for the dinner by fulfilling his sexy school girl fantasies.

I think it is fair to say that this series is going to be around for a while. I will go as far to say this is the next Jersey Shore. Jersey Shore was MTV's bread and butter from 2009-2012. We will be seeing a lot more of this group over the next three years. They definitely have a lot of entertainment value to offer! I am already looking forward to the series in 2016 where the Jersey Shore and BUCKWILD switch spots. Snookie in the backwoods on an ATV and Shain fist pumping at Karma! Quuuuaaadddsss heeeeerrreeeee!!!!!


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Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Kendra on We...and Hot Girl Golf

I was very excited when I saw a commercial for Kendra's new show when I was flipping through channels, but then I became skeptical when I heard it was on We. I decided to give it a viewing and see what it was all about. I watched the first episode of the new series, "Kendra On Top," and found out that the Kendra everyone came to know and love on E! is that same woman on We. It is pretty obvious that We has tried to mature the show a little from the format on E!. They also lengthened the show to a full hour. I guess you can never have enough Kendra.

There were definitely some fun parts of the show. One thing is for sure; Holly from "The Girls Next Door" is still annoying. She doesn't need to make any more guest appearances on this show. I was really freaked out by JoJo McCarthy (Jenny McCarthy's sister). I closed my eyes and thought I heard Jenny and her hosting days on "Singled Out." Speaking of hosting. I don't think Hank has a future in it. I was really rooting for Hank to do well in the NFL and was actually following his moves to different teams. I hate to admit it (because I like him as a person), but I really don't think he has a chance to host any shows. He needs a lot of work based on the clips they showed. Plus, no one can compete with Ryan Seacrest. Overall, I really enjoyed the show and will be looking forward to catching some more episodes.

Okay, okay, okay! I know I deserve some flack for watching We, but there are some happenings that I caught on the Golf Channel that will totally give me my man card back. I caught a part of "The Golf Fix" that featured a girl that was recently kicked off "Big Break Atlantis." Apparently this was Aubrey McCormick. Wowwy Wow Wow!!! Let's just say, I may be checking this channel more regularly in the future....for my golf game, of course.


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Friday, May 11, 2012

Shark Tank: Billy Blanks Jr., Bikinis, Bands, Butter...and Barbara

I love watching Shark Tank on ABC, but I wish it was on TV on a different night. However, tonight I found myself home on the couch and ready for some sharks to take a bite out of some fresh entrepreneur meat. For this blog, I will post comments about each idea as I am watching the show. Well, let's get started.

First up are two college students that started their peanut butter company in Oregon. First thought is...what a bunch of hippies! But it actually looks like they have a good product that the sharks are enjoying the taste of the peanut butter. I like the naming of their flavors and how they are squirrel associated. It isn't looking good for these girls right now as most of the sharks are questioning their dedication to college and their product. How dare they want to finish school!  Barbara is the only shark left. What will she do? She makes an offer of 50K for 40% stake in the company. And we have a deal!

Up next we have a band as a business investment. Initial though is: I don't like it! The band sounds pretty good, and I like their style. I don't see this idea working on shark tank, though. None of these guys can manage a band or have experience in the music business. The band does seem Black Keys-esque....just not as good. NO DEAL! Too bad for that band, but I hope we never see another band in the shark tank.

Look out Daymond! We have a clothes company. I like this bikini idea a lot! This is a great idea!!! Ouch, though. I really don't like the kiosk idea. I think the online business is the way to do this. These guys truly have a great idea, but they need some guidance on how to make money. The idea may just sell itself, though. Barbara makes another deal! This may be a company I check out after the show to see how they are doing. I can see this idea catching on.

It's Billy Blanks Jr. time! Billy Blanks' son was homeless? Not sure how that happened, but come on daddy...give that kid some money! I don't like this fitness idea at all. Dancing does not seem like a good workout. Don't we already have Zumba?! His name may help sell some DVD's, but the pyramid scheme with the licensing of certified trainers does not work. Barbara is on her game tonight and has asked the million dollar question: Why did your Dad leave you on the street? That is all she is going to do though. Barbara is sticking to peanut butter and bikinis. At the end of the day, Billy didn't want to have anything to do with Zumba, even if it helps bring him to 12 million potential customers....hold up...we have a change of events. Daymond has a sidebar and we have a deal!


Another great time in the tank!

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Tanked: Real...er Reality

So, every few months it seems like reality series start to reappear on my TV. I forgot how much I enjoyed watching "Tanked" on Animal Planet until I came across the mini marathon that is in-process tonight. One thing I have noticed about a lot of "reality" TV as of late is how fake it seems. We all know that much of reality TV follows a loose script. Many reality TV shows do a poor job at hiding this script, and the reality TV stars do a poor job at "acting" real. "Tanked" is definitely not one of these shows, and I think a lot has to do with the main characters, Wayde and Brett. These guys are fun-loving, passionate about what they do, and very real people. Of course, this show also follows a rough script, but it takes a backseat to the characters in the show and the fish tanks that they are constructing. I have a couple thoughts about the shows I've been watching. The keg tank that was given as a wedding gift was the perfect tank for a man cave. That lady has been written in for the 2012 nominations for Wife of the Year. The pinball tank turned out amazing! Final thought: I cannot believe how much Wayde reminds me of Kevin James. Who knew the King of Queens made fish tanks?!?!


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Wednesday, February 15, 2012

The Bachelor: Belize

The Bachelor made its way to Belize this week. There were only six ladies left to start the show, and the ladies that are remaining after tonight's rose ceremony will win the home town dates. The show offered some more shockers and some very entertaining aspects of the show. Lindzi got the first one-on-one date in Belize, and the date took them to the "Blue Hole." They both jumped out of the helicopter into the 500' deep abyss below. There was, of course, a lot of build up that this was a scary thing, but I don't think this jump compared to the jump that Ben and Jennifer took into the cave a few episodes ago. Lest be honest. Jennifer and Ben had to cut a rope and fall into the water that they assumed was below. The cave was dark and they couldn't see a thing. Now that is a leap of faith! This was a fairly simply cliff jump. Cool nonetheless. I think Lindzi and Ben have a great chemistry. Both of them feel very comfortable around one another and they seem to be a good fit. The message in the bottle that they wrote was very cute, and I think it spoke a lot of truths about their relationship and their feelings toward one another.

The next one-on-one date went to Emily. They spent the day tooling around town in Belize. They seemed very natural around one another. The played a little basketball and caught some fresh lobster for the evening meal. I think it was very important that Emily opened up and apologized for the time wasted on the Courtney catfight. It seems like Emily has really grown up in the past few episodes and realized that she made some mistakes. When the show went back to the girls in the resort, Courtney was of course speaking more of her craziness. She was whining about not getting a one-on-one date, and was complaining that she may go home if she didn't get it. She sounded like a conceded nut-job. Apparently Kacie B. was thinking the same thing. Her interview diary was priceless. She had some choice words for Courtney and compared her to a black widow...and here's what she wanted to do to her...SPLAT!!!!!!! (see below)

Courtney, of course, got her wish and got the last one-on-one date. She annoys me more and more every time I hear her voice. She seems incredibly fake. Besides the fact that she is a super model and is willing to skinny dip, I am not sure what he sees in her. When she told Ben she was thinking about not accepting a rose if she didn't get a one-on-one, I was truly hoping he would send her packing right there. I didn't get my wish. Being her classy self, she ended her date with a kill shot to the other ladies! (see below)

The remaining three ladies went on a group date. They dove with sharks, sat by the pool and then.....wait a minute. Dove with sharks?!?! This was one of the craziest dates. I couldn't believe they actually did this. I felt a little bad that Rachel's fear of sharks stole all the time from the other two ladies, but Kacie B. definitely made up for lost time in the hot tub. She professed her love very honestly. Besides the flower on her head changing sides from the hot tub to the interview diary, the date was perfect! Their relationship is definitely growing.

There were no cocktails on tonight's show. Ben went straight to the rose ceremony. Everyone was hoping that Courtney would be going home after their side chat, but we were not so lucky. When Courtney, Rachel and Emily were the only girls left, I was positive that Rachel was going home. I was hoping that Courtney would be sent home as well, but I didn't think it was possible after their little chat. I am still shocked that Emily was sent home, and I think that Ben owed her a little better of a good-bye...perhaps an explanation. Other girls got explanations that were kicked off in earlier episodes. With that said, I could see Emily being a future Bachelorette. The Bachelorette doesn't typically come from the candidate pool that was released from the show this early, but I think it would make for a fun show! The Top 3 can be seen below. I hate putting Courtney in there again, but I can't deny that Ben has feelings for her.

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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Whitney: Do you have vag-alzheimer's?

Whitney continues to be a show that I make an attempt to watch live. Let's be honest. Watching a show live is much better than watching it via the 'ole DVR. Watching it live shows that you are committed to the show and would schedule your day around it. Watching a show via DVR says, "I like you show, but I will get around to you when I can." We are committed to our live shows, and Whtiney, I am committed to you! The show continues to evolve. We got a sneak peak into Roxanne's apartment for the first time, and her ex, Lance, has been brought into the fold. I think he will add some more (not needed, but welcomed) humor to the show. Neal being concerned about his boss's stereotyping was a funny story line, and it was even funnier when it backfired on him at the end of the show. Let's be honest. We all thought the same thing about that accountant. The show had some great one-liners tonight. Here are some of my favorites:

"Come on Computer, be more Indian." - Neal's boss doing work with Neil

"Do you have vag-alzheimer's?" - Whitney talking to Roxanne about her getting back with Lance

"I don't work for the post office, but I will inspect your package." - Whitney talking about her past mistakes

"Well, they weren't originally crotchless...well, that's a long story." - Roxanne explaining Whitney's apartment find

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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

The Bachelor: Puerto Rico

Last night's Bachelor was quite entertaining to say the least. It had love, sports, and more Crazy Courtney. Nicki and Ben's date was very cute. Them getting caught in the rain and sharing the movie-esque kiss was nice, but the kiss was a little too expected. Their time on the bench outside of the wedding was very sweet. You can totally tell that Nicki is falling head over heels for Ben, but I don't think Ben is quite there yet.

The baseball game date was pretty hot, and it probably looked really good on paper. The game, however, almost got uncomfortable to watch because it was so competitive. It also had a couple "game" flaws. 1) It was totally unfair to have Lindzi play for both teams. I know Ben picked her, but Vegas would not be happy with this. Shady business I tell you. 2) Ben being the all time pitcher and having a stake in the winner was a questionable rule as well. The highlight of the game was Courtney saying, "Who knew that strippers could play baseball?" I think Courtney is a total nut-job, but this was totally hilarious! I was rolling on the couch laughing. Blakeley's pep-talk after the game made me want to jump out on the field and practice harder for next time. I truly felt bad for the losing blue team. I mean look at that disappointment.

The fact that Courtney recognizes Kacie B. as a threat speaks volumes to what a good chance Kacie B. has at "winning" this whole thing. It was pretty obvious on Ben and Elyse's date that Elyse was going to go home. She was just talking to herself, and there was definitely no spark. But the true spark came when Courtney threw herself at Ben later that night. Ben knew what was going to happen...and boy-o-boy did it happen!!!! I was shocked that Jennifer was sent home. I really thought there was something there. I was hoping that I called Nicki's move into the Top 3 in my previous Bachelor entry, but after watching the outtakes at the end of the show, I just can't do it. I saw them interacting with one another, and I didn't like what I saw. Unfortunately, I have to put Crazy Courtney into the Top 3. Her little stunt has moved her up. Let's face it...sex sells! I also can't believe that Emily was not sent home after her talk with Ben. He basically gave her an ultimatum! She is on some thin ice. I mean THIN.

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