His Thursday must-watch (10/27)

I might be in the minority here, but I think Thursday nights are tough. There are a ton of solid shows that many people follow religiously that I just haven't gotten into, but probably should (Parks & Rec, Always Sunny, Community). There are others that have been around a long time that I never watched religiously and are past their prime (Grey's, The Office). There are a bunch of random shows that may or may not do well (Charlie's Angels, Prime Suspect). There are terrible shows that shouldn't be on the air (Private Practice, The Mentalist). And then there are shows that were cool when I was 10, went away for a while and then came back (Beavis and Butt-head...really?).

Well, last week I gave Whitney a shot, and it was ok. Definitely not as funny as some other new shows, and definitely has not found a home on the DVR. But I'm always willing to try new things.

That's why tonight I'm making Prime Suspect (10/9c, NBC) my must watch. Sure, there are more than enough New York cop dramas on TV, but at least half of them are entertaining. And sure, NBC has a track record for sucking me into a show and then ripping my heart out by either canceling it (Playboy Club), threatening to cancel it 10 times (Chuck) or selling it off so a cable station can carry episodes first (Friday Night Lights). But Maria Bello is a bad ass and Peter Berg (FNL) co-created it, so I'm thinking it has a chance.

His Response to Her Challenge (10/1-10/10)

Alright. She challenged. I watched. And I'm glad I did. I have now confirmed that I haven't missed much over the last 4 years of not watching Grey's, and have also guaranteed that I won't tune in again.

Two seconds into my first episode back and Meredith & Derek are lying in bed fighting. What season is this? One? Three? Oh no, it's 8 and they're still at it. They are like the annoying, boring version of Ross & Rachel. Karev is still only a 5th year in med school? How is that possible? Chief isn't chief anymore, so I guess that's news. Slow day at the hospital? Don't fret. A timely human stampede at the convention center can give our favorite residents something to do for the next 45 minutes. Time for some zombie triage! And really, the forced male bonding at the site of Derek's new house? Please.

I suppose there are a few things I missed:

- Shepherd and Grey got married? But are they together?

- McSteamy is a McDad?

- Shepherd was chief, and quit, and now is building a deck on a new house?

- Who is the cute new girl, Kepner?

I get it. I can see how some people find this show entertaining. There's a good amount of drama and the writers do a great job of intermingling every single relationship (seriously, have they all hooked up/dated?). Fans can relate with the characters, and the show has been around forever. So enjoy it if you're a fan. But for me? I'll continue to pass.

His Thursday must-watch (10/6)

What we have right here is a situation. Tonight is a pretty big night. We've got Tigers/Yankees Game 5 on TBS to see who will move on to the ALCS against Texas. We've got the 2nd episode of How to be a Gentlemen, which I actually thought was pretty funny last week. There's the 2nd night of Bootcamp on The X Factor. I have Her challenge to deal with - Grey's Anatomy. This could be a long night!

What better to end it though than with a solid episode of Jersey Shore (10/9c on MTV). Honestly, I haven't been as religious about watching this show this year. The Italy thing through me off a little bit. I prefer this crew in their native surroundings of Seaside, but apparently they are doing quite a number overseas.

Seriously, could these people be more of a train wreck? How many times can Snooki learn she hooked up with Vinny? This has to be at least the 10th time. Just get it over with and be together already. Poor Jionni is stuck as collateral damage. What guy in his right mind would date one of these girls? Listen, you can't date anyone with a nickname that includes "WOW" in it. Also, after the returns we have seen on the Ron/Sam relationship we know she is out. Deena is a disaster and Snooki is Snooki. I mean the title for last week's episode is "Three men and a Snooki". Just terrible.

On the flip side, I'm the one who is watching. So maybe that's worse.

TV challenge for Him

Our very first TV challenge takes us to Seattle: home of the Space Needle, rainy weather and most importantly, McDreamy and McSteamy!

That's right, I'm tasking Him with watching Grey's Anatomy (9/8c on ABC) this Thursday night. He's told me that He used to watch this popular show years ago (when it was even more popular), but eventually gave it up. What kind of TV fan does that, I ask you? Bet he wouldn't stop watching his precious Celtics if they had a few less-than-stellar episodes. Or games. Whatever you call them.

So take a stroll down memory lane, my friend. Catch up with Meredith and Alex and Cristina. (Spoiler alert: George isn't on anymore. There was a bus situaion.) There's also a bunch of new characters to get to know.

I look forward to reading what you think about Grey's circa fall 2011. Love it? Hate it? Totally confused? Let us all know. And don't forget to give yourself a McNickname.