VIDEO: Big Laughs from the Big Bang Theory Set

Talk about your miracles of modern science.

Just last week, the TVGuide.com video crew paid a visit to the Warner Bros. set of CBS' increasingly popular The Big Bang Theory — and the episode we saw them taping airs this week!

It's a particularly enjoyable outing, as Sheldon's new "friendship" with robot war rival Barry Kripke forces him to "vote out" a member of his existing (anti)social circle. Who will get the hook? (And who from the gang wants to be booted?)

Jim Parsons shares a look at the episode in the video below.

Also playing on TVGuide.com:

• Kaley Cuoco (swoon) sizes up Penny's distinct relationships with each of the boys. Plus: What's it like "working" for the Cheesecake Factory?

• Kunal Nayyar talks about the "something special" that Kuthrapali brings to the group and ponders geting an in-person visit from his iChat-happy folks.

• Johnny Galecki previews Leonard's latest romantic prospects, and reveals just how close the cast is.

• Simon Helberg discusses  his mysterious mom (aka "Mrs. Wolowitz") and surveys Howard's special bond with Penny.

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