Mike's Picks:

The Colbert Report

 

Colbert takes on the conservatives by pretending to be them, demonstrating just how silly these guys can be.

 

Stars: Stephen Colbert

 

Weeknights, 11:30 PM - Comedy Central

 

 

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The Daily Show With Jon Stewart

 

Here, you'll get some of the best political satire to come along in years. It's also the most informative news show on television in its own, special way.

 

Stars: Jon Stewart

Weeknights, 11:00 PM - Comedy Central

 

 

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Doctor Who

 

The longest-running science fiction saga in television history can get cheesy but strong central characters continue to represent good and evil in thoughtful, creative ways.

 

Stars: David Tennant, Billie Piper

Fridays, 8:00 PM - Sci Fi

 

 

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Good Eats

 

A former filmmaker himself, host Alton Brown serves up a cooking show that isn't boring or stuck in the kitchen.

 

Stars: Alton Brown

 

Weeknights, 7:00 PM & 11:00 PM - Food Network

 

 

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Iron Chef America: The Series

 

This Japanese-inspired cooking competition places two chefs in a kitchen stadium, concocting some of the greatest dishes ever made under extreme pressure.

 

Stars: Alton Brown, Bobby Flay, Masaharu Morimoto

Sundays, 9:00 PM - Food Network

 

 

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Dustin's Picks:

 

Battlestar Galactica

 

The most provocative storylines in television history manage to leave viewers with a deeper appreciation of life even in the face of extreme despair. A cinematic masterpiece.

 

Stars: Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, James Callis

Sundays, 10:00 PM - Sci Fi

 

 

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Boston Legal

 

Intriguing social issues are examined in the midst of hilarious, outrageous, legal shenanigans. Writer/creator David E. Kelley also sneaks in a number of television in-jokes.

 

Stars: William Shatner, James Spader, Candice Bergen

Tuesdays, 10:00 PM - abc

 

 

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ER

 

An oldie but goodie. This series is still powerful and compelling as characters come and go, affecting the lives of those who soldier on, inside the emergency room.

 

Stars: Goran Visnjic, Maura Tierney, Mekhi Phifer

 

Thursdays, 10:00 PM - NBC

 

 

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Ghost Hunters

 

Two likeable plumbers investigate the paranormal. It's just good, plain, spooky fun.

 

Stars: Jason Hawes, Grant Wilson

 

Wednesdays, 9:00 PM - Sci Fi

 

 

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Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip

 

You'll uncover all the politics, commercialism, and painfully-hard work it takes to produce a television show. A must-watch series for anyone interested in the business.

 

Stars: Matthew Perry, Bradley Whitford, Amanda Peet

 

Mondays, 10:00 PM - NBC