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I am dying for some Ghost ...

Question: I am dying for some Ghost Whisperer scoop. Answer: What's with all the histrionics this week? Ever hear of a little story called "The Spoiler Whore Who Cried Wolf"? I suggest you read it. But first, read this: My Ghost mole whispers that Orlando Jones has been cast as a popular medium who comes to Grandview this November and ends up butting heads with Melinda. She suspects he's a fraud and is upset that he's giving a local woman potentially false hope by agreeing to use his "gifts" to help find her missing daughter.   OK, that's all for this week. The Ask Ausiello Discussion Thread is now open for business. See ya back here next Wednesday!

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Can you give me any new scoop ...

Question: Can you give me any new scoop on the last couple of episodes of Mad Men? Answer: There's a heartbreaking death in this Thursday's episode. Also, Peggy experiments with an unconventional weight-loss method, Pete steals something that belongs to Don, and, in a PG-13-rated twist, Betty discovers that her washing machine can do more than clean clothes.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

I hear you've seen this ...

Question: I hear you've seen this week's Grey's. Please tell me it's better than the season premiere. Izzie tending to a deer? WTF? Answer: OMG, I totally forgot to tell you the most important thing about Thursday's installment: It's fraktacular! If you were longing for the good ol' Grey's, I'm happy to tell you it makes a triumphant comeback tomorrow night. It had all the snap, crackle and pop of a Season 2 episode. And speaking of triumphs, Chandra Wilson gives a performance that has "2008 Emmy Reel" written all over it. I know it's early, but I'm gonna go out on a limb and say that supporting-actress trophy is hers to lose.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

In an interview with French ...

Question: In an interview with French magazine Tele Star, Sarah Wayne Callies says she was let go (read: fired) from Prison Break! What's up with that? Answer: All of your questions will be answered Monday night sometime between 11 and 11:30 pm/ET in the Ausiello Report.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

I'm trying to become a ...

Question: I'm trying to become a dedicated Aushole, but sometimes I don't understand the lingo!  What exactly is an Aushole?Answer: Right here in my Funk & Wagnalls, it says, and I quote: Aus - hole (AWES-hohl) noun1. any of the genus of pop-culture aficionados with a predilection for the Ask Ausiello and Ausiello Report TV Guide Internet blogs2. Slang.    a. an individual distinguished by exemplary good taste in entertainment blogging    b. a spoiler whore    c. a habitué of the TV Guide lobby, the Times Square Tasti D-Lite and/or any branch of the Stalker Alert chain of nightclubs

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

I'm so excited that Heroes is ...

Question: I'm so excited that Heroes is back in action. As a loyal Aushole, can I get a little prattle? Answer: Have you seen the fun little behind-the-scenes movies Adrian Pasdar's been making on the set of Heroes? Me neither, but my BFF Greg Grunberg insists they're "pretty great… especially the ones I'm in, if I do say so myself." (Is it any wonder where I got my modesty from?) All the vids can be found on YouTube by searching "BuckShotWon." Click on this link to watch the one Grunny calls "the best of all." In sort of related news, if you live in the Southern California area and are itching to stalk Greg Grunberg give up a few hours for a good cause, then by all means, click

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

You were way too hard on ...

Question: You were way too hard on Private Practice. I saw the first episode, and it was so much better than the original pilot. Answer: Well, it's a good thing I'm the one with the world-renowned column and not you.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Let's talk Prison Break. More ...

Question: Let's talk Prison Break. More specifically Sarah Wayne Callies. It appears you're right and she won't be back — even though Fox won't confirm it. You've said that you'd "have much more to say on this shocking turn of events in the very near future." Is it the very near future yet? Answer: The near future arrives Monday night sometime between 11 and 11:30 pm/ET in the Ausiello Report. Be there or be severely out of the loop.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Do you have any new CSI: NY ...

Question: Do you have any new CSI: NY scoop? It would be amazing if you did! Answer: Mac Taylor is about to get a blast from the past. I'm hearing the show is planning to introduce the childhood best friend of Gary Sinise's detective, whom he hasn't seen in 30 years. Producers are hoping to snag a "name" actor for the part.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Reaper was fantastic!

Question: Reaper was fantastic! Answer: Told ya so, told ya so, told, told, told, told, told ya so.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Can you please provide some ...

Question: Can you please provide some Grey's Anatomy scoop? Preferably on whether or not Cristina will get a new love interest.Answer: Before she can get a new love interest, she has to purge the old one from her system. And she'll do just that this Thursday when Mama Burke drops by Seattle Grace to administer a dose of tough love. And Cristina isn't the only person she goes all Dr. Phil on. As I teased in this week's Ausiello Report vodcast, Diahann Carroll takes Meredith to task for the "selfish" and "inappropriate" thing she did in last May's season finale. And don't even think of asking me for a hint. You know full well what thing I'm referring to.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

You toilet-trained your cat? ...

Question: You toilet-trained your cat? How? Answer: Actually, it was my partner who trained Mister Scooch, with a little help from the Litter Kwitter.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

You looked a-dorable on Emmy ...

Question: You looked a-dorable on Emmy night. Like James Bond adorable with a pinch of kitten thrown in. Your hair, skin and tux were a trifecta — a perfect storm of cuteness! Answer: I just wanted to write you personally to say thanks for your ridiculously sweet e-mail. It totally made my day. I'd run it in AA, but I think it would make me look a little too self -congratulatory. Yes, even my pomposity has its limits. LOL!

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

FNL scoop?

Question: FNL scoop? Answer: There are at least two major developments in the second episode, airing Oct. 12. One of 'em involves an old couple (they're breaking up!), and the other pertains to a new couple (they're doing the deed!). Also, Tim spots his onetime neighbor/honey (Brooke Langton in a blink-and-you-missed-her cameo) in the arms of another man. And not just any man.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

So after months of you ...

Question: So after months of you harassing me, I sat down this weekend and watched every episode of Friday Night Lights, and I must say... you were right! Thank you! Got any scoopage? Answer: Here's a big one: The new season starts this Friday (9 pm/ET) and it's imperative that you convince everyone and their brother to watch. And if they don't do so willingly, don't be afraid to blackmail them with incriminating photos and/or video. Violence is also acceptable, but only as a last resort. This may seem a bit excessive, but, well, desperate times call for desperate measures. I'm also a little revved up because I just screened Episodes 2 and 3 and I can tell you in no uncertain terms that this show is as good, if not better, than it's ever been. I'm even coming around on that controversial

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Any news on how Damages is ...

Question: Any news on how Damages is doing in the ratings? I know it's good, but does it warrant a second season? Answer: I'm not sure where you're getting your numbers from, but the data I'm looking at indicates that Damages hit a scary new low with last Tuesday's episode. We're talking less than a 1.0 in 18-49. And if you don't know what that means, trust me when I tell you, it's not good. That being said, an FX rep points out that a large chunk of Damages' audience doesn't watch the show live. As a result, its overall audience spikes significantly when DVR/TiVo playbacks are factored in. Bottom line: It's by no means a slam-dunk for renewal, which is a shame. Sure, the show can be frustratingly uneven at times, but it's engrossing more times than not. And few things give me more pleasure than watching Glenn Close do her thing week i

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Smallville spoilers please?

Question: Smallville spoilers please? Answer: That "darker" Lana that exec producer Al Gough's been teasing? Turns out Little Miss Lang's got a touch of embezzler in her. Also, Clark receives a veddy interesting gift at the end of the Oct. 25 episode. Here's a hint: It's neither black not white, but it is red all over.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Did Shonda Rhimes mislead ...

Question: Did Shonda Rhimes mislead everyone? Is she reviving Gizzie instead of killing it? It sure looked that way in the premiere and the preview for this week's episode.Answer: Oh, Christine. My poor, sweet, naive Christine. You should know by now that those promos only tell half the story. Take it from someone who has seen the entire episode — that's me! — Gizzie is dealt a setback this Thursday when George chooses… um… let's just say he makes an important decision that sets the stage for Episode 3, "Let the Truth Sting." Keep in mind, Shonda strongly hinted that Gizzie wouldn't start to come undone until news of their fling made its way around Seattle Grace. I believe what you witnessed in last week's opener was the snuggle before the s**tstorm. Another scoop

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Did Shonda Rhimes mislead ...

LSU topped USC in the AP ...

Question: LSU topped USC in the AP Poll. Ouch. That's gotta sting a little bit, Mike. I'm sorry.  Would it make you feel better to give a loyal Aushole (and Tiger fan!) some Lost scoop?Answer: Not really, but it's sweet of you to offer.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Every season we hear that ...

Question: Every season we hear that this is the last season of Scrubs. Will the seventh season really be the last, or can we hope NBC decides to go an eighth round? Answer: According to Bill Lawrence, "unless Scrubs miraculously becomes a giant hit in its seventh year," this season is the last. "It's the never-say-never cliché," he adds, "but Zach's only working this year, and I'm trying to get other things going so I'm not planning [to be back]. I told the whole cast that this is it." Further proof that the end is indeed near: On Saturday, Nov. 10, New York's Paley Center in conjunction with the New York Comedy Festival is presenting Scrubs: The Farewell Tour. The 90-minute event features a screening of an all-new episode followed by a panel discussion and Q&A hosted by — drumroll, please — me, me, me, me, me, me! Needless t

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Week after week I ask you ...

Question: Week after week I ask you questions about Girlfriends and The Game to no avail. I have tried begging, bribing and threatening, but nothing seems to work. If you don't give me something, I will do something really, really bad. Answer: Are you sure you tried bribing? 'Cause that tends to be a fairly foolproof tactic with me. Anyway, step off the ledge, Keisha. Your Scoop Charming has at long last arrived. Reliable sources tell me Greek's Scott Michael Foster will guest-star in the Oct. 22 episode of The Game as Brandon, Kelly's fresh-out-of-rehab kid brother who needs a place to crash. The following week, in an attempt to make Derwin jealous, Melanie ends up in bed with Malik.

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

I love Chuck! Now that I've ...

Question: I love Chuck! Now that I've gotten that out in the open, can you spill some secrets?Answer: I want to love Chuck. Really, I do. But the first two setup-heavy episodes left me a little unsatisfied. The good news? I've seen next Monday's episode and now I love Chuck, too! It's the best episode by far, which is great news because it revolves around Chuck's first official mission and is essentially the template for the show. In addition to being funny, romantic and suspenseful, it features Zachary Levi doing the tango with the last person you'd ever expect (hint: GLAAD will be, um, glad).

Wed, Oct 3, 2007

Wed, Oct 3, 2007