GREEK Rush Week Begins Today: Watch, Read, Enter to Win!

I hope you’re all well rested and ready for the week ahead. It’s GREEK Rush Week here on GiveMeMyRemote.com. You’ve seen me blog about it, heard me gush over it and now it’s time that we get down to business to making YOU a fan of ABC Family’s GREEK. By the end of this week, it’s my goal to have a few of you pledging a new frat or sorority house. Not sure which one? Don’t worry, by the end of this week you’ll know all about the ZBZ’s (ΖΒΖ), Kappa Tau’s (ΚΤΓ) and Omega Chi’s (ΩΧΔ). You’ll want to pledge with the best of the best or else you’ll end as a Tri Pi or Lamda Sig. (Shudder…)

In the name of all things GREEK let’s get the party started.

Tomorrow, on Day 2 of GREEK Rush Week, the syllabus will include the basics of Greek life at Campus Rhodes and more importantly who you need to know to get ahead on Greek row. But today I think we should start with a history lesson. It’s important that we hear from those already in the GREEK system, your future frat brothers and sorority sisters if you will.

Today’s assignment will be to read the comments and listen to other GMMR readers who have already gone GREEK. See newbies, you get off easy. It’s the alums that have to do the work today. So let’s step out of the shadows GREEK fans and leave a comment telling other why they should be watching GREEK. Just by doing so you’ll be entered to win a great GREEK prize pack.

Here’s what just a few GMMR readers have to say about GREEK…

Jen (HIMYM): “…It’s my must-see Monday show, no matter what else is on.”

Alyson: “I love the pop-reference filled dialogue on Greek; it and Cappie keep me coming back for more.”

The TV Addict: “Just how much do I love this show… I pay for every episode on iTunes because I don’t get ABC Family.”

Nicole: “I watched my first episode of Greek (the pilot) on Friday and I’ve now seen the first eight episodes of season one. I’m LOVING it! It’s so fun and adorable and surprisingly risque for a show on ABC Family. I assumed it would be a very watered-down and sanitized version of college life but it’s pretty honest about drinking, drugs and sex which is refreshing.”

Mattie B.: “This show rocks my socks. So smart and so funny. I really couldn’t believe you can say some of that stuff on ABC Family “

Patty: “GMMR I have to thank you for talking about Greek. I am another person that is now watching. And buying DVDs I love it so much.”

Philboy: “I love this show. Flat out. For guys maybe thinking about watching it, give it a shot. Firstly, there is so much eye candy it’s sickening. But, past that, the writing is so witty and awesome and the characters aren’t flat like a lot of college-age characters tend to be.”

Jocelyn: “Hilarious show! It’s so good, one of my absolute favourites.”

LizzyDee: “I just LOVE this show!…”

Carlye: “You have brought Greek into my life. Watched the first 3 episodes last night… i think I’m in love!”

TV Mad Man: “GMMR I just wanted to say that you and @DuckyDoesTV made me give GREEK at try. 2 days later and 12 eps done, LOVE IT!”

GREEK Rush Week Daily Prize Pack
Each day of this week GMMR is going to be giving away a GREEK/GMMR Prize Pack. Five days, five times to enter for five great prize packs. There will be one new prize pack given away each day. You can enter once for each of the prize pack giveaways.

To enter today’s contest: Leave a comment below telling us why you love GREEK and why others should watch. Not yet a fan, tell us why you are interested in checking out the show?

Go GREEK on iTunes…

Season 1 and Season 2 of GREEK are available right now on iTunes. That’s how I got caught up…give it a try.

See you back here tomorrow for Day 2 – Getting to Know GREEK Row

Take It or Leave It? DEFYING GRAVITY

Did you watch the premiere of DEFYING GRAVITY last night on ABC? I did. I can’t say that it drew me in…at all. Ron Livingston is great, but the story was all over the place, the editing was a mess, and after two hours I didn’t feel myself drawn to the plight of any of the characters. The only scene which drew me in was the tearful goodbye to the two astronauts that were left behind after their “sickness” was revealed.

So it wasn’t for me. But what do I know?

Should I give it another shot? Were you digging it more than me?  Take the poll. Share your thoughts in the comments below. Why should people watch it…or not waste their time?

TRUE BLOOD: Release Me

Ladies and Gentlemen, with a round of applause please welcome the newest member of the TRUE BLOOD family…Godric.  What a fine, fine addition if I do say so myself.

Yes, in the final scene of last night’s episode we got to meet the man responsible for bringing us Erik. A millions times – thank you.

Sorry, I didn’t want to bury the lead. But I suppose it would be worthwhile to back up a little bit and discuss some key moments in this fabulous episode.  The TRUE BLOOD writers have really been on their game the past few weeks. We’re getting some great storytelling that is both intriguing, funny and creepy as all get out.  More please.

And tonight we finally got some serious answers about the origins of Maryann.  If I understood what Daphne was saying then it is seems that Mare is a conduit of Beelzebub. Or maybe Satan herself?! Either way, she’s really no good.  Maryann infuses the devil’s energy and enters the souls of those around her, thus all the black eyed zombies getting their collective swerve on. But it seems that Maryann isn’t all powerful.  Those with supernatural abilities can resist her evil ways.  It’s one of the reasons that she’s just so eager to get Sam Merlotte. When he was younger he found a way to resist her, and she’s never quite gotten over it.

Daphne on the other hand has been a good and devil-worshiping, loyal shape shifter. She brought Sam to Maryann. But then she spilled the truth to Sam about what Maryann actually is.  Is that perhaps why Maryann had a black eyed Eggs stab Daphne to death? I’d say poor Daphne, but clearly that girl had it coming.

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Monday, August, 3, 2009

It’s early. It’s Monday. I’m cranky. Let’s talk some TV, ok?

You definitely have plenty to choose from. What does YOUR TV lineup look like tonight? Let me know by leaving a comment below or sent me a tweet at twitter.com/GMMR

The Secret Life of the American Teenager | 8pm on ABC Family
“Summertime”
As everyone returns from their vacations as summertime comes to and end. Meanwhile, George makes a big revelation to Anne.

Make it or Break It | 9pm on ABC Family
“Run, Emily, Run”
The arrival of a television crew and a sports agent only increase the pressure on the girls as they intensify their training; Emily deals with the consequences of her actions.

The Closer | 9pm on TNT
“Identity Theft”
Brenda reopens a murder investigation when the man who confessed gets the details of the crime wrong during his allocution; Brenda’s mother arrives with her niece.

Jon & Kate Plus 8 | 9pm & 9:30 on TLC
“Renovations & Vacations”
The thought of doing dishes in the bathtub while the kitchen is renovated proves to be too much for Kate, so she takes the kids to the beach. | “Camping Out”: Kate must figure out how to set up multiple tents and start a campfire so the kids can sleep under the stars.

Raising the Bar | 10pm on TNT
“Trout Fishing”
Jerry tries to get a continuance in order to give a woman the chance to help her son complete his college applications before she goes to prison..

My Life on the D List | 10pm on Bravo
“Official Book Club Selection”
Kathy receives news that the renowned Madame Tussauds museum plans to create her wax likeness, causing Kathy to wax poetically that her star is rising. She then begins molding her memoir, consulting author Jackie Collins on how to make it steamy. She also journeys to New York for a book-cover shoot and seeks publishing help from author Salman Rushdie and Oprah Winfrey’s pal Gayle King.

Weeds | 10pm on Showtime
“Suck ‘n Spit”
Parenthood struggles lead Nancy and Andy to bond, while Shane runs into some problems of his own; coworkers Celia and Dean develop a new marketing scheme after discovering they have a surplus of product.

Nurse Jackie | 10:30pm on Showtime
“Nose Bleed”
Jackie admits a dying patient she previously treated; O’Hara tells a sister Jackie’s secrets; an organ donation form is forged.

Also playing…

• Sugarland: Live on the Inside | 8pm on ABC: Members of the country group Sugarland perform some of their biggest hits and share previously unseen performance footage.

• Great American Road Trip | 8pm on NBC: The families travel to the Grand Canyon and compete in the King of the Road challenge.

• Dating in the Dark | 10pm on ABC: Contestants look through the wallets and purses of their potential dates for clues to what they’re like.

On the late night couch…
Most of the late night shows are on vacation this week, but here’s the lineup in case you missed some of these guests.

• The Late Show with David Letterman:Daniel Radcliffe, Veronika Part, Levon Helm, a Top Ten List presented by Bruno (R 7/9/09)
• The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien: Ashton Kutcher, Charlyne Yi, Gomez
• The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson: Edie Falco, Les Stroud, Lisa Landry
• Late Night with Jimmy Fallon: Marlon Wayans, Judd Apatow, Incubus
• Jimmy Kimmel Live: Seth Green, “Bachelorette” Jillian Harris, Zac Sunderland (R 7/21/09)
• Chelsea Lately: Graham Norton, Josh Wolf, Randy & Jason Sklar
• Last Call with Carson Daly: Eliza Dushku, Joe Talamo, Brett Dennen (R 4/23/09)
• The Daily Show with Jon Stewart: Ronald Kessler
• The Colbert Report: Gen. Tony Zinni

Talk to me people…what will YOU be watching tonight? For the latest TV from GMMR, follow me on Twitter.

Defying Gravity | 9pm on ABC

2-hour Series Premiere: The crew of the Antares begins its mission, embarking on a six-year journey to explore Venus and the other planets in the solar system; crew members learn to adjust to life aboard the ship and face a life-threatening crisis.

Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Sunday, August 2, 2009

It’s Sunday? Already? Say it ain’t so. This weekend went by just a bit too fast for my liking.  Here’s to hoping we can salvage a decent sunny day here in Boston.

(I’ll tell you a secret. Despite the horrendous weather we’ve had all summer, I wouldn’t hate one sun-less Sunday. I could use a full, guiltless day to dedicate to watching SUPERNATURAL as well as the Fall pilots.  But shhh, don’t tell anyone I said that.  I’ll deny it.)

I think you know me by now to know that my Sunday nights are all about HBO.  After last week’s banoodles episodes (which we talked about in depth on The TV Talk Podcast) I can’t wait for tonight’s TRUE BLOOD.  I’m kind of ‘meh’ on HUNG but I watch it on my way to ENTOURAGE which I’m loving once again this season.

Over on ABC it’s the premiere of DEFYING GRAVITY, which I’ve had no desire to watch since the only thing I’ve read about it is that it’s GREY’S ANATOMY in space.  GREY’S ANATOMY here on Earth isn’t all that great.  Do I really need to be annoyed by whiny doctors in zero gravity? Maybe I’ll check it out if I’m bored.  It does start Ron Livingston, and I dig that guy (as long as he’s not leaving me goodbye post-its) so we’ll see.

Here’s a few shows for you to choose from. Drop me a comment and let me know what YOU will be watching!

Big Brother 11 | 8pm on CBS
On tonight’s show, Russell, the current Head of Household, nominates two of his fellow houseguests for eviction. [GMMR: Did you cast your vote for Jeff to win the coup d’etat yet? What are you waiting for? Please vote. Even if you don’t watch.  For me? Pretty please? You can vote more than once.]

Merlin | 8pm on NBC
“Excalibur”
A mysterious black knight crashes Arthur’s coming-of-age ceremony and challenges the knights of Camelot; secrets are revealed that Uther would rather keep hidden.

America’s Best Dance Crew | 9pm on MTV
“Top Ten Performances”
Randy Jackson hosts a countdown of the best performances from the first three seasons. [GMMR: WOW! If you’ve never seen ABDC give this episode a shot. Especially if you’re already a SYTYCD fan. I was late to this show & now I love it! So good. Can’t wait for the new season to start next week. I’ll be all over it here on GMMR.]

Defying Gravity | 9pm on ABC | 2-hour Series Premiere
“Pilot”/”Natural Selection”
The crew of the Antares begins its mission, embarking on a six-year journey to explore Venus and the other planets in the solar system; crew members learn to adjust to life aboard the ship and face a life-threatening crisis.

True Blood | 9pm on HBO
“Release Me”
Maryann and her minions put Sam in a difficult situation; Sookie uses her telepathic powers to reach out to Bill; Jason tries to sever his ties with the Fellowship of the Sun.

Drop Dead Diva | 9pm on Lifetime
“The Chinese Wall”
Jane defends Deb’s mother in a divorce; Kim represents a dog owner who sues a pet cloning company. [GMMR: I was hoping to find the time to watch this show. Alas, it doesn’t seem to be in the cards.]

Hung | 10pm on HBO
“Do it, Monkey”
An unsatisfied client asks Ray to repeat her damsel in distress fantasy; Ray promises to buy a car for the twins; Tanya goes on a date with Floyd.

Entourage | 10:30pm on HBO
“Running on E”
With production on his next film delayed, Vince searches for ways to amuse himself; Drama auditions actresses to play his new love interest; Jamie-Lynn takes Turtle shopping. [GMMR: Anyone else considered how awkward it will be if Jamie-Lynn Siegler & Jerry Ferrara (Turtle) break up in real life?]

In Plain Sight | 10pm on USA
“Once a Ponzi Time”
When a Wall Street blue blood rats on his boss’ investment fraud and hides out in WITSEC, something from his past life comes calling.

Army Wives | 10pm on Lifetime
“Coming Home”
JRoxy has Finn tested for a learning disability; Claudia Joy accompanies Haneen back to the Middle East; Michael and Emmalin try to repair their relationship.

Told ya there was a lot to choose from. Help a sista out…let me know what YOU are going to be watching. (I know I ask everyday, but finding out what y’all are watching helps me get a better sense of what we should be covering here on GMMR)

BIG BROTHER’s Coup D’etat – Vote for Jeff

Hey BIG BROTHER fans and even non-BIG BROTHER fans. The voting is open. One Big Brother house guest will be granted a mystery power, the Coup D’etat.

Over the next two weeks, the winner of Coup D’etat will have the ability to overthrow the Head of Household and replace the nominations right before the August 6th or August 13th live show evictions. The winner of this power can only use it once and only the winner will know they have the power.

Which house guest do you want to receive the Power of Coup D’etat?  Jeff! Jeff! Jeff! Jeff! Jeff! Jeff! Jeff! Jeff!

Yes, I’m completely caught up in this addictive summer reality show.  So whether you are a fan of BIG BROTHER or not, could you do me a favor and click on the link below and VOTE FOR JEFF?!

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/big_brother/interact/americas_vote/

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