What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Sunday 5/15/11)

It’s a night of reality TV drama tonight for network viewers. Survivor fans get to see the final victory of one, while Celebrity Apprentice fans will know the final two. FOX has all new animation for those in the mood for some comedy. Even ABC has a new lineup for Desperate Housewives fans.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - new episode
The Season 8 finale has Ty and the team building a home for Patrick, a 9 year old with brittle bone disease, and his family. Patrick and his family get to meet with Atticus Shafer and the cast of “The Middle” in Hollywood.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Saturday 5/14/11)

Here we are safely on Saturday the 14th…whew, glad we got through another Friday 13th! What’s our reward for suffering through the day of Murphy’s Law 2.0? A full bucket of reruns. Sound the clunker music. There is a baseball game on for fans, so there’s that.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End - rerun
The third saga in the life and times of Capt. Jack Sparrow. Stars: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom.

CBS
8/7c: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - rerun
“Lost & Found” - The team investigates the disappearance of a family missing for three years.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Friday 5/13/11)

Happy Friday the 13th, hope it’s treating you well. There have been spotty outages all over the Internet today, and I blame the “holiday.” In any case, it’s going to be a great night for staying in and watching some network TV shows. Every channel has a new episode for us, so let’s get to the primetime lineup.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Shark Tank - new episode
The season two finale pitches include: Maternity T-shirts, toilet training kits for cats (seriously), affordable extravagant jewelry, and shoes with interchangeable tops.

9/8c: Primetime: What Would You Do? - new episode

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Tuesday 5/10/11)

Everything is new tonight on network TV, again making it a hard decision on what to watch. You better warm up the DVR for another great night. You won’t want to miss a thing (in the words of Steven Tyler). With reality TV, drama and tiny bit of comedy mixed in, everyone should be satisfied with tonight’s prime time lineup.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Dancing With the Stars: Greatest Results Show Performances - new episode
Highlights from musical performances from the past results shows. A little more filler for ABC.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Monday 5/09/11)

Let’s start the week with more new episodes on every channel. That sounds like a great idea… oh, and look, all the network stations listened to me! That’s right, it’s another night of good television shows. Only a tiny bit of reality TV, if you want to call DWTS a reality show, so if that’s not your style you should be quite happy.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Dancing With the Stars - live
Tonight the couples left on DWTS compete with two dances each including an instant dance routine.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Sunday 5/08/11)

All new episodes grace the airwaves tonight on network TV. Drama rules as Trump fires most of the remaining celebrities on Celebrity Apprentice. Power trip much? The Amazing Race finishes up their unfinished business tonight too, crowning a new winner. Not a reality TV Fan? Have no fear, FOX is back with all new Animation Domination tonight too.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - new episode
“Prewitt-Brewer Family” - Ty and the team spend the week rebuilding the home of a volleyball coach who took in her siblings after the death of their parents on a Mother’s Day special.

9/8c: Desperate Housewives - new episode
“Then I Really Got Scared” - Paul suspects Susan as the cause of his declining health. Tom and Lynette battle over the family vacation.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Saturday 5/07/11)

All kinds of sports litter the field of network TV tonight. Okay, it’s really only basketball and NASCAR, but that’s still quite a bit. For the rest of there is a smattering on reruns with only a couple of new episodes to break up the night..

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: NBA Playoffs - live
Game 3: Heat at Celtics


CBS
8/7c: NCIS - rerun
“Freedom” - The team search for a marine’s family and a murder weapon after he’s found beaten to death in his backyard.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Friday 5/06/11)

Wow, this week went by fast! Sorry if yours did not do the same, but maybe some good TV shows will get the weekend off to a good start for you.  The worst part of the night is that there are so many new shows on it’s going to be hard to pick which to watch. Hopefully that’s the biggest worry for this weekend. One note: Flashpoint fans, the show returns tonight on CBS!

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Shark Tank - new episode
Mark Cuban joins the sharks and gives the entrepreneurs an interesting set of instructions if they want to work with him. Candles for men, a new wedding item and an eco-friendly way to listen to music are on the line for the sharks.

Wonder Moms of TV Shows

In honor of Mother’s Day this weekend (and “W” in the Z-A in May blogging challenge) I thought I would share my list of wonder moms from network TV shows through the years. Some I chose because they sort of reminded me of my mom, others because they were my dream mom (careful what you wish for).  Here are my ten picks for best TV mom characters.

Lucille Ball “Lucy Ricardo”
Say what you will about her parenting skills in real life, but Lucy was a great TV mom. She was living the first reality TV life at the time too, filming in front of a live audience, the show where she told Ricky she was pregnant was one of the highest rated in history. Lucy oozed love on Ricky (Desi Arnaz Jr.) when they were on screen together, and she managed to care for him while still surviving some mishap or executing a detailed plan.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Thursday 5/05/11)

Well it’s another night of all new episodes on every channel. It’s getting tough to make any evening plans that don’t involve the TV. Everyone should be happy tonight with comedy, drama and reality TV all airing at some point during prime time.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Wipeout - new episode

9/8c: Grey’s Anatomy - new episode
“White Wedding” - Callie and Arizona are finding out that even the best laid wedding plans go wrong. Alex remains a standout in the competition for chief resident.

YouTube, Hulu and Google TV: Ditch the Cable Bill

Part of the Z-A in May Blog Challenge

I've said it since starting this blog on network TV shows, there's no reason to pay the cable company anymore. There are so many entertainment outlets today that if you have a computer and are paying for satellite or cable TV you have too much money. We can now find all of our favorite TV shows for free online if we miss them at their regular air time.

YouTube is the easiest place to find clips or segments of your favorite TV shows immediately after they air. Keep in mind that they may (and often do) violate the terms of the shows, so they are usually removed quickly. However, if you just missed the end of an episode it's a great place to get caught up fast. Just search under the options at the top left for today's uploads to narrow it down to the most relevant videos.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Wednesday 5/04/11)

The hits just keep on coming… all new episodes again tonight. This is turning out to be a good spring for network TV viewers. It’s going to be a hard night to choose, so don’t forget to set your DVR accordingly. Live tweet with us during American Idol too!

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: The Middle - new episode
“Mother’s Day II” - The plan for a day alone as a Mother’s Day gift doesn’t work out for Frankie.

8:30/7:30c: Better With You - new episode
“Better With a Bargain” - Joel works out a deal to find a good deal on the dream stroller for Mia, and Maddie ponders if she’s still good enough to be an attorney.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Tuesday 5/03/11)

Another night of all new episodes, including Glee and NCIS. Fans rejoice! We also start our weekly dose of reality TV and dancing. You should be able to find something decent to watch during prime time.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Dancing With the Stars: The Encore - new episode
Seriously.

9/8c: Dancing With the Stars - live elimination

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Monday 5/02/11)

Another night of all new episodes take over prime time tonight. Set your DVRs accordingly to not miss a single thing. The best part is that there is nearly no reality TV on tonight, just DWTS which is not really a reality TV show. Everything is new, that is, except for Two and a Half Men… how’s that “winning” working for you Charlie?

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Dancing With the Stars - live

10/9c: Castle - new episode

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Sunday 5/01/11)

Lot’s of drama on network TV tonight. There are almost all new episodes on every channel, and we get to see NeNe Leakes tutor Donald Trump on properly cussing someone out. So, if you wondered where Trump learned how to use the ‘f’ word last week, tune in to Celebrity Apprentice to find out.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - new episode
Ty and his team get together with 100 marines to rebuild the home of a brother marine on active duty in Afghanistan.

9/8c: Desperate Housewives - new episode
Bree has to lay down the law when Gaby, Juanita and Celia have to stay with her in her home. Tom fights with Lynette and Renee over his office renovation.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Saturday 4/30/11)

Not a big surprise that most of the TV prime time line up tonight is reruns. There are some sporting events too though. NASCAR and boxing fans will both be excited about tonight’s network TV lineup. For the rest of us it’s not that bad either really. At least the reruns are of good shows, and there’s even a movie to watch on ABC.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Batman Begins - movie

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Friday 4/29/11)

Friday is quickly becoming one of my favorite nights of the week. Not just because it’s Friday, but mostly because it’s the night Shark Tank airs on ABC. I’m not a huge fan of ABC, but they could show that reality business show every night and I’d become one. Actually tonight boasts all new episodes on every network, so there should be something for everyone!

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC

Cover of Jeff Foxworthy

8/7c: Shark Tank - new episode
Jeff Foxworthy is on the panel this week. Products include: a line of push lawn mowers, a push-up workout machine, a birthday party franchise, a carsick solution, and a product that may save children’s lives.

9/8c: 20/20 - new episode
“A Special Edition of 20/20: A Modern Fairytale” - a look back on the royal wedding and all it’s glory.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Thursday 4/28/11)

All new episodes abound tonight on every channel for network TV viewers. Set your DVR accordingly, there will likely be more than one show you will want to catch on this full night. You have your pick of comedy, drama and reality TV. It’s a perfect storm (even for Grey‘s Anatomy fans!).

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: 20/20 - new episode

9/8c: Grey’s Anatomy - new episode

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Wednesday 4/27/11)

Tonight is a complete mix of new and used episodes on network TV. Looks like every channel is following up something new with something old. Only FOX has all new episodes, but then again that’s thanks to only needing two shows to fill a shorter prime time schedule.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: The Middle - rerun
“The Diaper Incident” - Frankie is embarrassed when a store clerk makes an assumption. Brick is testing out urban legends for truthfulness.

What’s on Network TV Tonight? (Tuesday 4/26/11)

There is a lot of great TV on tonight, including… hold on to your hats Glee fans, there’s an all new 90 minute episode on tonight just for you! Tonight also boast a lot of dancing, singing and weight loss for reality TV fans. In fact, only CBS has a full plate of reruns on schedule.

Here’s what’s on network TV tonight:

ABC
8/7c: Dancing With the Stars: The Road to the Finals
Apparently there is not enough filler on the elimination show, so now we see a full hour of more outtakes and special performances from this season’s cast. At least it’s a fun group, as usual, so it should be fun to watch.