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I have two queries for you. ...

Question: I have two queries for you. First, is there a way to get the inside track on your job, once you've left to be the new product tester for Snapple? And secondly, do you know what kind of sweeps-month fun is in store for Smallville?Answer: Intern Scott? Is this you? Watch yourself, kiddo. I made you, and I will break you. Regarding your Smallville question, walk over to the file cabinet outside of Lois' office and pick up the latest issue of TV Guide. It contains exclusive prattle on the big engagement I've been hinting at for weeks.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Two words: Scrubs. News.

Question: Two words: Scrubs. News.Answer: Here are four more words: Big. Scoop. Next. Week.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

It's that loudmouth b**ch ...

Question: It's that loudmouth b**ch Lois, isn't it?Answer: Yes! But there's a super-cool twist: She thinks she's kissing her boyfriend, Green Arrow. Clark dresses up as Green Arrow to help Oliver throw Lois off his trail, and he ends up having to save her from a group of thugs — while wearing the costume. Thinking that he is really Oliver, Lois plants one on him.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

One hundred columns? When's ...

Question: One hundred columns? When's your E! True Hollywood Story airing?Answer: During sweeps, if they're smart.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

My fave moment: when you told ...

Question: My fave moment: when you told us about Heroes months ago — way before anyone else.Answer: That was technically an Ausiello Report moment, but I'll let it slide — this time. Don't expect to get away with this sort of thing in my 200th.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

A favorite memory from AA? ...

Question: A favorite memory from AA? How about almost every frakkin' week!Answer: In retrospect, I guess that was kind of a trick question.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

I am begging for some Heroes ...

Question: I am begging for some Heroes scoopage about Sylar. I read that Sean Bean is going to be playing him. Is that true?Answer: Sean Bean is not playing Sylar; that was a full-on foiler. And the dude we saw in the preview for next week's episode also isn't Sylar; that's a full-on red herring. I believe the real Sylar will be played by an actor no one has ever heard of, and introduced on Dec. 20. Speaking of Heroes, my FFPOTP Greg Grunberg stopped by the TV Guide offices yesterday and unloaded a huge shipment of spoilers. You can see for yourself in this exclusive video interview, which we did inside my office! (If it's not up by the time this column posts, keep checking back.) For those video-challenged folks out there, here's a little tease

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

I recently heard that Sara ...

Question: I recently heard that Sara from Prison Break is going to be captured and tortured. Is this true?Answer: Monday's episode and the preview for next week made that pretty obvious, no? But it sounds like Sara won't be in captivity for long, based on a tip I recently received from one of my Texas moles about a Prison Break location shoot last week in Garland. "They turned the Garland Opry into an electronic store," says my spy. "The only main actor was Sarah Wayne Callies (Dr. Sara). She had obviously just been hurt, based on her makeup — she had cuts on her elbow, shoulder and head — and she was talking on the phone like she was being watched. She walked up to the window of the 'electronic store' and appeared to be watching a news report, then started freaking out."

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

I blame you for my newest ...

Question: I blame you for my newest addictions: Veronica Mars and Tasti D-lite. Would you please be so kind as to tell me anything about Grey's Anatomy you know?Answer: Let me preface this by saying you should take all Grey's prattle with a grain of salt. It's becoming near-impossible to separate fact from foiler. (Damn you, Rhimes!) That said, it looks like Izzie is getting ready to deposit that big ol' check of hers, but it's not going to be easy. I hear she's going to suffer an emotional breakdown at the bank when she passes what's left of Denny over to the teller. Of course, she can take comfort in knowing that at least she's using the moola for a good cause. A really good cause. Any guesses?

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

My favorite AA moment was on ...

Question: My favorite AA moment was on March 16, 2005. That was the day you typed my name with your own two hands. You spoke directly to me. We made a connection. But every time I go to your offices and try the secret password — "Someone call security, there's a stalker in the building!" — they won't let me up!Answer: Stop! You guys are gonna make me cry! Look, folks, we can sit around and reminisce all day, but then I'd never get around to dishing out all the exclusive, earth-shattering prattle I assembled for this landmark column. I also wouldn't have time to make that big announcement I've been hinting at for the past week. Speaking of which… drumroll, please… without further ado, I'm pleased to announce that today, in conjunction with the 100th Ask Ausiello column, we are launching "Ausiello Scoop," a new, weekl

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

I thought the O.C. premiere ...

Question: I thought the O.C. premiere was terrific. I don't miss Marissa at all. But I'm just so disappointed about the show's ratings. Why won't Fox move them to a new night? How are they supposed to compete against CSI and Grey's?Answer: Great news! For the six of you who haven't heard, Fox is testing The O.C. out tonight at 9 pm, followed by another original episode on Thursday at 9 pm. If it performs well on Wednesday, it could land there permanently. Let's hope it does. With Lost going on hiatus after tonight, there's a good chance The O.C. will actually get sampled. And at the risk of sounding like a broken record, there is no better time to rediscover The O.C. then now. The next three episodes are immensely entertaining. Episode 4 — which, if all goes well, will air next Wednesday — ranks among the best

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

I love Brothers & Sisters. I ...

Question: I love Brothers & Sisters. I was wondering if you have any scoop on the Kevin and Scotty story line. Will anything drastic happen?Answer: You mean, like a wedding? Or a breakup? If so, yes, something drastic happens.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

When will we know if Nip/Tuck ...

Question: When will we know if Nip/Tuck gets a fifth season?Answer: Right this minute: Nip/Tuck is getting a fifth season. Back to this season, there's a huge twist coming in the Dec. 12 finale that doesn't involve a death or a character switching genders. Also, the episode utilizes music — more specifically, a song — in a unique way. Something rarely, if ever, seen in a TV drama. (Hint: that link takes you to a huge clue.)

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Is it just me, or does ...

Question: Is it just me, or does Brothers & Sisters get better every week?Answer: It's not just you. Sunday's episode was frakkin' fraktastic. The best yet. That scene where Kitty measured Nora's height on the wall was seriously one of the most poignant, beautifully acted, exquisitely written moments of the TV season. I'm no longer referring to this as my favorite new show; it's my favorite show period. As a result, I'm a little peeved that ABC is pulling it off the air on Nov. 26 and replacing it (for one week only) with the first of a two-part Boston Legal. I don't care if Shirley Schmidt gets kidnapped. Oops, spoiler alert!

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

I need some Nip/Tuck scoop.

Question: I need some Nip/Tuck scoop.Answer: The bitch is back! And by "bitch," I mean Gina. She returns on Dec. 5 when Wilber's birth father croaks and Christian moves in for the kill. BTW, Gina's been MIA this season because her portrayer, Jessalyn Gilsig, was off making a baby. She gave birth to her first child, daughter Penelope, on Sept. 26.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

You inspired me to dress up ...

Question: You inspired me to dress up as Smurfette for Halloween. Now, could you please give me some good spoilers for Veronica Mars?Answer: There better be a photo waiting for me in my "In" box when I get into work tomorrow, Smurfette. On the spoiler front, Episode 9, which is the conclusion of the rape mystery, was so big it required an extra day of shooting. "There's plenty of action," notes exec producer Rob Thomas, who also directed the episode, "and, for the first time in Veronica Mars history, a bit of gore. Stranger still, the gore involves a unicorn."

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

All right, this Smallville ...

Question: All right, this Smallville mystery kiss has got me pretty curious. Let me cut to the chase, and then I'll get to your bribe. What's the last letter in her name? Please tell me! I have lots of leftover Halloween candy. The good stuff, too, none of that cheap stuff.Answer: The letter you're looking for is "S."

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wow! Sunday's Desperate ...

Question: Wow! Sunday's Desperate Housewives was incredible! Best of the year, for sure.Answer: I actually preferred Bree's wedding episode, but this was definitely a standout hour for our friends on Wisteria Lane. BTW, we're going to see a lot more of Lynette's new hostage buddy, Art; she's going to discover something surprising in his basement. And no, it's not Alfre Woodard. (Think Mark Foley.) In other DH news, Marc Cherry is introducing a female lawyer in her mid-thirties that will figure into the Ian/Susan/Mike triangle.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Can you give me a little ...

Question: Can you give me a little tidbit on the super-secret twist that is supposedly going to blow us away on tonight's Lost finale?Answer: I'll do you one better: I'll let Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse give it to you instead! In recognition of AA's 100th, the Lost EPs agreed to sit down and answer all of your burning questions, as well as offer a preview of tonight's fall finale and the remaining 16 episodes, kicking off Feb. 7. It's the best anniversary gift ever! Hello!Damon Lindelof: Congratulations on your 100th column.Carlton Cuse: Yes, congratulations. Thank you! We have limited time, so I'm going to cut right to the chase. More than anything, AA readers wanna know if Michael and/or Walt will appear this season.Carlton: We have a very clear plan for this seas

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Congratulations on your 100th ...

Question: Congratulations on your 100th Ask Ausiello! My favorite memory was when you promised us the American Dreams ending, but it never happened.Answer: Another great memory. Thanks for sharing!

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Favorite moment on AA: the ...

Question: Favorite moment on AA: the fact that there are people out there who think MIA is a real network! Funny, but oh so sad!Answer: Those were seriously some good times, my friend.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

What's this I hear about a ...

Question: What's this I hear about a Grey's Anatomy/O.C. crossover?!Answer: Here's the deal: In Thursday's episode, Dr. Roberts announces that he's taking a job at a "quirky" hospital in Seattle called Seattle Grace. The following week, Kaitlin gives a not-so-subtle shout-out to Bailey when she refers to the "short, sassy lady bossing him around." Just another reason I still worship this show.

Wed, Nov 8, 2006

Wed, Nov 8, 2006