Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, October 6, 2011

I have a confession to make — I’m such a TV nerd, I made a spreadsheet to keep all of my shows straight! Especially on a night like Thursday that has so many quality shows, I have to know what to watch live and what to DVR! I can’t be the only one who does this, right?

Keep reading to find out what shows make me have a love-hate relationship with Thursday nights and let me know what you will be watching!

The Big Bang Theory | 8pm on CBS
“The Wiggly Finger Catalyst”
Penny introduces Raj to a woman he can communicate with. Katie LeClerc (“Switched at Birth”) guest stars as Emily, Raj’s new girlfriend.

The X-Factor | 8pm on Fox
“Boot Camp #2”
“Boot Camp” continues as judges Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, L.A. Reid and Nicole Scherzinger narrow down their search for the next global superstar or breakout music group. Find out who will make it through “Boot Camp” and earn a place in one of the four categories: young guys, young girls, older singers and groups.

Charlie’s Angels | 8pm on ABC
“Bon Voyage, Angels”
When an investigative journalist goes missing from a cruise ship, the Angels take the case, which is tied to more details about Kate’s past. This time, the Angels have to infiltrate what they think is a floating, high-stakes poker game in order to track down the woman who compromised Kate’s career.

Community | 8pm on NBC
“Remedial Chaos Theory”
When Troy and Abed decide to share an apartment, they host a party for the group, which takes on an altered reality as several scenarios play out.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW
“Disturbing Behavior”
Still in Chicago, Klaus uses Gloria, a witch he knew long ago, to help him track down missing information that will explain why his plan isn’t working. Gloria’s spells reveal intriguing glimpses of the truth, but she soon realizes she needs Stefan’s knowledge to complete the puzzle. When Stefan suddenly finds himself in danger, help comes from a surprising ally. Back in Mystic Falls, a frustrating new enemy pushes Damon over the brink and he lashes out in a way that will have lasting consequences. Caroline struggles with her own emotional issues, even as she tries to help Elena face her feelings. Jeremy makes a brief but disturbing breakthrough with one of his ghostly visitors, leaving him more confused than ever. Finally, Bonnie has a strange encounter that will affect everyone.

Parks and Recreation | 8:30pm on NBC
“Born and Raised”
While promoting her new book about Pawnee, Leslie falls prey to some “gotcha” journalism. Meanwhile, Ann is determined to bond with Ron and April.

How to Be a Gentleman | 8:30pm on CBS
“How to Have a One-Night Stand”
Bert tries to teach Andrew how to have a meaningless fling, but Andrew struggles with not getting attached. Meanwhile, Mike and Janet seek help from Diane to prepare them for Mike’s green card interview.

So much more…

Grey’s Anatomy | 9pm on ABC
“What is it About Men”
The doctors of Seattle Grace are called upon to man up when a stampede at a comic book convention causes an influx of colorful characters in the ER — blurring the lines of fantasy and reality; Mark shows his softer side with baby Sofia when Arizona and Callie go out of town, but at work he continues to give Jackson a hard time; Ben returns to the ER, only to find that Nurse Eli has moved in on Bailey; and the male doctors bond over their frustrations with women.

The Office | 9pm on NBC
“The Lotto”
After the warehouse guys win the lotto and quit, everyone in the office dreams of what it would be like to win big. Andy and Darryl search for new warehouse employees while Jim, Erin, Dwight and Kevin get a taste of warehouse life.

Person of Interest | 9pm on CBS
“Mission Creep”
When the Machine directs Reese and Finch to a former Marine with shady connections to a crime ring, Reese must infiltrate the gang, taking part in their heist. Meanwhile, Detective Carter’s closer than ever to finding out who Reese is.

The Secret Circle | 9pm on The CW
“Heather”
Cassie looks up an old friend of her mother’s named Heather Barnes and discovers she has been in a catatonic state since the night of the fire 16 years ago. Feeling guilty that her mother and her Circle may have had something to do with Heather’s current state, Cassie tells Diana that she wants to use magic to help Heather. Diana refuses to help, but Faye is more than happy to conjure up a spell — for a price.

Whitney | 9:30pm on NBC
“Silent Treatment”
After Whitney catches Alex checking out a hot girl she begs for him to admit to his wandering eye, but much to Mark’s delight Alex won’t fess up. Whitney decides that the best punishment for her boyfriend is the silent treatment. However, she soon realizes that Alex is enjoying his sentence and she begins to plot a new misery making tactic. Meanwhile, Roxanne, in hopes of making her ex-husband jealous, teams up with Lily and Neal to throw a fake party so that she can take sexy photos to post via social media.

Prime Suspect | 10pm on NBC
“Great Guy, Yet: Dead”
When a good-looking stockbroker is killed mysteriously, Jane automatically suspects his wife. Meanwhile, Jane enlists the help of a hypnotist to fight her addiction to smoking. Elsewhere, Matt is furious when his ex-wife suggests Jane shouldn’t attend their son’s birthday party.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia | 10pm on FX
“Sweet Dee Gets Audited”
While Dee tries to weasel her way out of an IRS audit, the guys set up a new (and, they say, democratic) way of running Paddy’s.

The Mentalist | 10pm on CBS
“Pretty Red Balloon”
When the son of a former client from Jane’s days as a psychic is kidnapped, Jane and the CBI team are asked to help find him. Meanwhile, Jane butts heads with his former client’s new “spiritual advisor.”

Private Practice | 10pm on ABC
“Breaking the Rules”
The Oceanside Wellness doctors interview potential replacements for Naomi, including Jake Reilly, and no one understands Addison’s resistance to hiring him; Cooper breaks the law and crosses his wife, Charlotte, in an effort to get cord blood for a young, sick patient; and Pete directs his post-heart attack frustrations towards Violet.

Also playing…

• Project Runway | “This is for the Birds” | 9pm on Lifetime
• Jersey Shore | “Damage is Done” | 10pm on MTV
• The League | “The Lockout” | Season Premiere | 10:30pm on FX

Leave a comment and let me know what you will be watching!