The Buried Life

Four friends, in a tour bus, 100 things to do before they die. For each thing on their list, they help someone else do something on theirs.

This show is really fun to watch. Each episode is an adventure, and I know that sounds lame but it's absolutely true, and if you watch just one episode you will absolutely know what I'm talking about. Im not sure what it is they do, but they talk to the camera in this way that really makes you feel like your along with them doing whatever crazy thing it is they are trying to accomplish. What they are doing is real, and I still have not seen an episode that completely captivated me. It really is a great show. My only complaint is in the most recent episode they didn't get the footage for "legal reasons" and I couldn't tell if they actually did it or if they failed but said they did it anyway.

Airs Mondays 10:30/9:30c, you will not be disappointed.

Hawaii Five-0

You probably haven't heard much about this show, but let me tell you. IT IS GREAT. Now that 24 is gone  I need something to fill the "Action Show" gap, and although this is by far no 24, it 's probably the best action show on air right now. 

In comparison to 24: It's much lighter, (funny banter between characters and jokes, but on a more literal note the colors are just brighter than 24), it is much less complex with less twists, the production value is a little lower and the characters aren't nearly as deep. Ok but it's not fair to compare it to 24. This really is a great show. It even fills a little of the LOST gap, because its shot in Hawaii and stars Daniel Dae Kim (Jin from Lost). The chemistry between characters is great, the acting is very good, its shot very nicely. The episodes aren't receptive, it's intense, and there are really good action scenes. It's just a really perfectly balanced show, and in the end it does what shows of this caliber are meant to  doe: entertain.

My only gripes: Some of the lines can be corny, not like corny jokes but unnecessarily deep monologues or something. Also some of the one episode actors are bad. but all the recurring ones are great. By the way in case you didn't know it is a reboot of a very old show. It airs Mondays 10/9c, definitely check it out.

World of Jenks

Recently I have been watching a lot of this new show called "World of Jenks"


When I first saw the promotional video for it, i thought it looked really stupid, just another one of those shock value MTV shows. 


And it is one of those shows, but it's great. Really, this is a great great show. Basically, this 24 year old film-maker goes into peoples lives and learns about them. Some examples of people who he has had this life-interview with are: Maino (the rapper), a UFC fighter, a homeless woman (houseless according to her), and an animal protection lady. But my favorite was his time with Chad, a 20 year old with autism. I have never really seen past the surface when I encounter people with autism, and this episode real opened my eyes. If you don't watch the show, at least watch that one episode.


Now, one possible downside to the future of this show is that I can see many people not loving Andrew Jenks, the host/producer guy. At most times he seems very nice, but genuine? Not completely. It is very hard to get to know Jenks and who he is, even from watching him over and over again. Which is ironic. A little.


If you like true life, you will probably like this. Some say it is too short, I disagree. It's on MTV. Watch.

Weeds

Weeds is my drug.

The Show, of course. It is amazing, if you don't watch it, I highly suggest you catch up. You can watch it online for free (just google it) or on Netflix instant view. The three people I recommended it to are already now more into it than me, which is a good sign.


The cast is great, and as the show progresses, you get closer and closer with the characters, so the emotional stakes are always "High." Get it? Cause its Weed?


Anyway, the show is about a single widowed mother, who sells pot to keep her family afloat, however this ends up only making things worse. The writing is hilarious, and because its Showtime and not regular cable, it's very raw and uncensored, which means the writers can really do whatever they want.


Just a warning, this is the type of show where if you watch one, you'll watch another and then another, and then you'll look at the clock and you'll be done with season 3. So now that I've set the highest bar possible, go and see for yourself! (And unless you like awkward moments make sure no kids are around while you're watching. Yes, it's that type of show.)