I recently stumbled upon a new reality show, Hotel Impossible, on the Travel Channel. I'm not a big fan of reality shows, but this program is much more. Each week, Anthony Melchiorri, a "hotel improvement" expert, is challenged with helping a hotel owner turn his or her business around. In my view, the "reality" here … Continue reading Hotel Impossible, Brand Possible
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New Picks on Netflix, Amazon Instant Video
The great thing about Netflix and Amazon Instant Video on your TiVo box is that new content is always feeding into your TV. So, we wanted to give you our top picks for new content that has cropped up recently on both of these services. Have a look, and throw 'em on the TiVo! … Continue reading New Picks on Netflix, Amazon Instant Video
An Update for TiVo® Premiere!
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“The Voice” Final Four, and One Bold Prediction
Last night, the final four contestants on NBC's The Voice strutted their stuff with three performances each. Our top watched TiVo moments tell the story. Christina and Chris Mann's duet of "The Prayer," came through as the top-ranked performance, with Jermain Paul's solo rendition of "I Believe I Can Fly" close behind. However, Juliette Simms' solo, … Continue reading “The Voice” Final Four, and One Bold Prediction
Girls, Veep Challenge Game of Thrones for TiVo Supremacy
We were checking out our Season Pass rankings the other day. Something stood out right away – there is a whole lot of movement going on, and it's coming from HBO's neck of the woods. Girls, the Lena Dunham vehicle that has critics fawning, started without much notice on TiVo box Season Pass lists, all … Continue reading Girls, Veep Challenge Game of Thrones for TiVo Supremacy
Precious TV Moments: The TiVo Community Responds
On Tuesday, we asked our fans on Facebook the following question: What show could you never delete from your TiVo box and how long has it been there? We were totally floored by the number of responses (more than 300!). We read through them, and saw some themes emerge. They speak to a diversity … Continue reading Precious TV Moments: The TiVo Community Responds
Live Sports: 3 Rules of Thumb for Time Shifting
When it comes to live sporting events, don't put your TiVo on the bench. A good old fashioned time shift can get you past some of those timeouts and delays of game without missing out on anything. Besides, watching live might mean rushed bathroom breaks and frenzied snack-making (no one should ever have to choose … Continue reading Live Sports: 3 Rules of Thumb for Time Shifting
Can tonight’s Glee outdo the ‘Whitney’ episode?
Two weeks ago Glee blew our minds with a multi-colored LED dance floor (how did Sue get that into the music room?) and a drag-tastic performance of "Boogie Shoes" (the dress! the choreography!). Then, last Tuesday, our ears were treated to a Whitney Houston tribute episode, Dance With Somebody. Everyone poured their hearts out in so many … Continue reading Can tonight’s Glee outdo the ‘Whitney’ episode?
’30 Rock’ Breaking News Live: East vs. West
On Thursday night, fans of 30 Rock got a special treat: a fully live episode (the first since 2010), aired separately on the east and west coasts. 30 Rock took advantage of the two-part broadcast, switching up some celebrity cameos from Kim Kardashian (west coast), Paul McCartney (east coast) and Brian Williams (west coast). The live show was … Continue reading ’30 Rock’ Breaking News Live: East vs. West
The Reality of Broadcast Television
With the broadcast upfronts one month away, it is time for those in the business of television to face the facts – and, as with most reality television, the facts are not pretty. For the past few years, television transactions have gone on relatively unfettered despite these gory details describing the actual broadcast environment: · … Continue reading The Reality of Broadcast Television




