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- DirectorRussell NormanStarsNick CannonMenina FortunatoHowie MandelThe final 12 semifinalists are back to compete for the remaining five spots in the finals on "America's Got Talent." Host Nick Cannon starts the show dangling from a harness above stage, so as to not jeopardize the Kinetic King's opening performance, which is already set up on the stage. Kinetic King: The Minnesota madman has been preparing a bigger and badder maze that consists of more than 700 rulers and who knows what else. He says he's looking to set a personal and word record with this performance and that if it works, he wants to hear victorious "woo-hoos" from across the country. He lets it fly and the whole thing goes off precisely as expected. He almost passes out in the excitement. Piers says it was "another spectacular performance," but that it wasn't quite as impressive as the previous one. Sharon disagrees, saying that a faster and louder maze was more entertaining. Howie agrees with Sharon, joking that he's always telling his wife that "faster is better." Fatally Unique: The dance team has had a great reception at home, with the mayor of their town dedicating a day to the group in their hometown of Illinois. They put on a fast, precise routine that gets the crowd going, with a theme in which the inmates overtake the asylum. Sharon is impressed with their speed and precision, saying it's "breathtaking" to watch them. She adds that this is "definitely the year of the mean dance, happy dance is dead." Howie reiterates his previous claims that "this is the year of the dance," but he wonders if they're up to the competition, specifically West Springfield Dance Team. Piers says he loves the intensity and determination in their routine, and says their act proved they want to win this. Landon Swank: The illusionist recruits his dad from Alaska to come help him build the illusion for the semifinals. In the suspenseful routine, there are four wooden boxes high above the stage, each connected to a detonator that will blow up a box when the three judges hit their buttons, leaving one unexploded. That's the one Landon says he'll be in, by simply guessing their choices. They explode three boxes and, indeed, Landon emerges from the fourth one unscathed. He then asks Piers to blow up the fourth box to prove it was wired, and it explodes. Howie is stunned, saying, "Just, wow." He says he was concerned last time because Landon came close to killing himself and this time the judges came close to killing him. Piers appreciates that Landon is making the most of the chances he's gotten on the show and says Landon just got very close to getting into the top 10. Sharon says her hands were shaking the whole time and she tells Landon that his whole presentation was fantastic. Gymkana: The high-flying acrobatics team is looking to build on its YouTube stardom, going with a fast-paced, timing-focused routine that their leader says could be disastrous if the timing gets lost and there's a collision. Piers buzzes them about halfway through and toward the end, the routine is stopped short when a ring of fire they're jumping through gets bumped and falls over, briefly entangling one of the members. Piers says he's sorry it went as badly as it went and he's glad they're OK, but he thinks the mistake is going to cost them. Sharon says she was looking for more performance and personality from them and didn't see it, but she still thought they were tremendous. Howie disagrees with Piers and Sharon, saying that they've grown a lot since the start. Summerwind Skippers: Looking to bounce back from their mistake in the previous round, the jump rope team wants redemption. Their act is well choreographed to the music, but there are a couple of noticeable slips and Piers buzzes them right at the end. Sharon says it's great to see the progression they've made and that they've turned into such great performers, "it's incredible." Howie says they won him over with their previous performance, and they brought "edge" to skipping. Then he apologizes for Piers' buzzing of them, saying they didn't deserve it and shouldn't be buzzed at this level. Piers says they're one of his favorite acts, but when he saw two mistakes, he had to buzz them in fairness to the other performers. Snap Boogie: The street dancer from Boston says he wants to get far in this competition for the sake of his family, and adds that he doesn't want to go back to the streets. He splits his act in two, with a heavenly, ethereal bit at the start before launching into a more fast-paced, high-intensity stretch. Howie says he was worried at first, but then Snap got into himself toward the end and he loved it. Piers says he didn't like, saying he'd been a fan in the past, but this time it was bordering on "cheesy." He didn't like the music or the choreography. Sharon says Snap has "such likability" but adds that she wasn't crazy about Snap's backup dancers. She says he doesn't anyone but himself. Anna Graceman: The youngest singer in the competition, 11-year-old Anna Graceman says she's going to try something she's never done before: a rock song with her own twist. Sure enough, she busts out Motley Crue's "Home Sweet Home." Piers says people would be amazed at where her big voice comes from if they could see how small she is in real life, and he says she gave, "so far, the best performance of the day." Sharon says she called Motley Crue so they could watch her perform, and she knows they'll think it was "absolutely amazing." She agrees it was "the performance of the night, so far." Howie keeps it short and sweet, simply saying, "Wow." Steven Retchless: The male pole dancer says he's been getting freaked out watching the show because some of the acts have done things he was intending to do, and we're shown a replay clip of Zuma Zuma members jumping from one pole to another. He says he had to change his routine to adapt. Not surprisingly, Piers buzzes him about halfway through. Sharon points out a particular favorite move in which Steven looked like he was walking on glass. She says she was worried when she heard Steven was bringing backup dancers, but they were fantastic and "it was just an amazing thing to watch." Piers reiterates that "it's not what guys should do," and says he can't see it being a million-dollar act in Vegas. Howie says he doesn't agree with Piers, and points out that Traces, a Broadway show, incorporates pole dancing and it can be a million-dollar act. Then he says he was focused on one of Steven's backup dancers, but he was great. Smage Bros.: The wild motorcycle stunt team pulls out all the stops, bringing family members along, including "Rad Grandma Smage," so they can have enough people to jump over. They do a bunch of cool tricks and flips, including some on a motorcycle with just one wheel. And it ends with a jump over about size family members who are laying on the stage. Piers gives a standing ovation and says their performance was "unbelievable." He says they did stuff he's never seen those kinds of stunts in close confined quarters such as the AGT stage. Howie says it was so exciting and scary, and notes that he once rode his tricycle over his grandma's toe when he was a little kid and he felt terrible. He says Grandma Smage's willingness to let the guys jump over her on motorcycles is "crazy, but amazing." Sharon loves the fact that the whole family gets involved. Professor Splash: The 57-year-old stunt man is cranking up the diving platform and the heat, trying a jump from 70 feet high into a pool of water 8 feet deep with fire on the surface. He pulls off the jump, with a toe-touch and full somersault before landing feet first in the water. Howie says he knows it was amazing, but it didn't seem as spectacular a look as jumping from the half the height into just 12 inches of water. Piers agrees, and wonders whether "we've seen the best of the Splash man," but says he's "incredibly entertaining." Sharon loved it and says she's scared of heights, even just sitting on a platform a couple of feet above the ground. Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.: After getting a heck of a reception back home, Landau hits the stage and puts on a Vegas-era, rat-pack style performance. Sharon loves it and says it's "cooler than I don't know what" and urges America to vote for him. Howie agrees that America "should get on board" and says that he deserves, with that performance, "to definitely be in the final." Piers says it wasn't Landau's best performance. He says he seemed nervous and stilted, and he missed some of the low notes. But when he hit the bigger notes, he loved, so it "wasn't a terrible performance," but he doesn't think it's a done deal that he'll be in the top 10. Silhouettes: The massive dance team that creates behind a backlit sheet includes members that are as young as 4. They create scenes from about the world in a big, dramatic presentation. Howie says they're "phenomenal," and it's amazing to see how they keep thinking of new ideas. He again says it's the year of the dance. Piers says he thought it was "very good," but he "didn't think it was great." He says this was a tough night and it'll come down to America's vote. Sharon adds that their act is endless because their concepts can go on and on, but she agrees that tonight's performance wasn't as strong as their last two, but she knows they'll come back with another concept and says what they do "is a thing of beauty."
- StarsAlton BrownWalter BiscardiLynn CorrigallScales, tails and eyes oh my! Who's afraid of whole fish? Not Alton Brown.
- StarsShawn AllenSharon BonawitzMike BurnsMore of our favorite snack foods are profiled. They include dog hunts, soft drinks, and jerky among others.
- DirectorMark CendrowskiStarsJohnny GaleckiJim ParsonsKaley CuocoTo improve his skills as an instructor, Sheldon asks Penny to give him acting lessons. Meanwhile, Raj begins having impure fantasies about Bernadette.
- StarsAlton BrownCole CassellRamon EngleAlton explores the world of home dried fruit. He offers a lesson on the use of sulfur and its effects on bacteria, why commercially marketed dried fruit is dipped in sulfur and examines options for bypassing the sulfur method for home drying optioning for a citric acid dip. Alton builds a dehydrator using a fan, fiberglass air filters, dehydrator tray liners and bungee cords. As an alternate, Alton demonstrates an in-oven method using a ceramic reptile heater, small fan, thermometer and ball of aluminum foil. Proper storage is explained and recipes using dried fruit are trail mix, savory and sweet compotes and fruit compote pies.
- 2004–201843mTV-G8.0 (10)TV EpisodeStarsAlton BrownMark DacascosKevin BrauchApril Bloomfield, chef & owner of New York's "Spotted Pig", takes on Iron Chef Michael Symon.
- Featured disasters include the Northridge Earthquake of 1994, the Baldwin Hills Dam collapses, the Electra airliner, the Sunshine Skyway Bridge collapse, and the underground mine fire burning in Centralia, PA.
- StarsCourtney B. WilsonA look at the first modern war, the American Civil War and how technology pioneered in the 1860s has helped shaped modern warfare.
- DirectorMark CendrowskiStarsMark AddyJami GertzJennifer IrwinWhen Judy discovers Al has told his fiancée that he's a millionaire, Bill confronts him, but it turns out Bill's the one who's been lied to. Meanwhile, Brian seeks a way to help pay for college.
- 1996–200323mTV-PG7.4 (176)TV EpisodeDirectorGenndy TartakovskyRob RenzettiPaul RudishStarsChristine CavanaughAllison MooreKimberly BrooksWhen Dee Dee accuses Dexter of not knowing how to live in the outside world - and only in his lab, he asks her to show him the Dee Dee way of knowledge.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.4 (153)TV EpisodeDirectorRob RenzettiGenndy TartakovskyStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaKath Soucie"D & DD" Dee Dee wants to play Monsters & Mazes with Dexter and his friends. Against Dexter's wishes, she is made the game master! Dexter is relegated to a secondary character, but his friends have a great time in Dee Dee's world. "Ham Hocks n' Arm Locks" While on a road trip, car trouble forces Dexter and his family to pull into a truck stop. When Earl, a local arm wrestling champ, gets Dad angry, they decide to have an arm wrestling contest. Knowing Dad has no chance of winning, Dexter comes up with a technological way to make Dad stronger.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.2 (147)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRob RenzettiStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaJeff BennettDexter is denied dessert when he doesn't finish his vegetables. He decides to use gamma radiation to alter his tastebuds.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.3 (135)TV EpisodeDirectorRob RenzettiRobert AlvarezStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaJeff BennettDuring a fight with his sister over the chair in front of the TV, Dexter gets the idea to start labeling his things.
- Guy Fieri rolls out to places still doin' it mama's way.
- DirectorRichard ClarkStarsMatt SmithKaren GillanArthur DarvillReceiving a powerful distress call from a terrified little boy, the Doctor and his friends soon find that the monsters in his cupboard are real - and deadly.
- StarsWilliam AtwaterWilliam DavisJames K. DunninganA look at the M-16 assault rifle, including design stages and its use in the Vietnam War.
- DirectorPeter DeLuiseStarsRobert CapronTy OlssonSarah-Jane RedmondA boy becomes obsessed with catching a mysterious ice cream truck that seems to haunt his neighborhood.
- DirectorRandall EinhornStarsElijah WoodJason GannFiona GubelmannWilfred urges Ryan to sacrifice his newfound happiness for a greater good.
- DirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerStarsFred ArmisenRachel DratchTina FeySketches include Presidential Debate Cold Open, Ben Affleck's Monologue, Dr. Porkenheimer's Boner Juice, Debbie Downer, Swift Boat Veterans for Truth, Florida Stop, Weekend Update with guests New Jersey Resident and Elton John, The Escalator, Wedding DJ, and The Family.
- DirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerRobert MarianettiT. Sean ShannonStarsFred ArmisenRachel DratchTina FeySeason 30 finale. Lindsay Lohan's second time hosting, and Rob Riggle's last episode. Sketches include Hardball with Michael Isikoff, Condoleeza Rice and Zell Miller, Lindsay Lohan Monologue, Woomba (repeat), America's Next Top Model (with Britney and Kevin Chaotic promo), New Park Cinema, TV Funhouse: Divertor, Appalachian Emergency Room, Weekend Update with guests Chris Cox-Sanz, Danni Sanz-Cox, Vicente Fox and Rev. Al Sharpton, The Prince Show with Nick Lachey, Jessica Simpson and Wanda Sykes, Little Italy, The Babysitter, Bear City: Bear Porn. Coldplay performs "Speed of Sound" and "Fix You".
- DirectorGwyneth Horder-PaytonStarsJohn BarrowmanEve MylesMekhi PhiferThe team is taken to see Olivia Colisanto, in whose house her grandfather, Angelo, ancient and comatose, lies on a life support machine. She explains that in 1928, three mobster families, named Ablemarch, Costerdane, and Frines, tapped Jack's blood to gain immortality - the Blessing. Those families have now disappeared but seem to hold the key to Miracle Day. Angelo dies, baffling new CIA boss Shapiro, who deports Gwen. Jack finds a link between Angelo's death and a plate containing a mysterious force field under his floor. He gets Esther to take it and him to safety whilst Jilly tells Oswald that he is expendable.
- DirectorGuy FerlandStarsJohn BarrowmanEve MylesMekhi PhiferWhilst the CIA look in vain for traces of the three families, Esther somehow gets Jack to Scotland, from where they join Gwen and her family in Wales - as, rather surprisingly - does Oswald Danes, claiming he wants to be helpful. He has stolen Jilly Kitzinger's computer, which shows her to be going to Shanghai. After the police have raided Gwen's house and taken her father, she sets out with Oswald and Jack to Shanghai, where Jilly is meeting a woman called Mother. Esther and Rex pursue a lead in South America.
- 1996–200324mTV-G7.4 (154)TV EpisodeDirectorGenndy TartakovskyStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaJeff Bennett"Filet of Soul": Dexter and Dee Dee are haunted by the ghost of a dead goldfish. "Golden Diskette": Dexter obsessed with finding a golden diskette to get a unprecedented tour of an eccentric inventor's mysterious factory.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.6 (162)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRob RenzettiGenndy TartakovskyStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaAllison MooreDee Dee keeps pelting Dexter with snowballs.
- StarsAlton BrownDeb DuchonCole CassellLearn how to turn the blueberry into a year-round treat.
- DirectorRussell NormanStarsNick CannonHowie MandelPiers Morgan
- StarsGuy FieriSpotlighting a sandwich shop in Carmel, Indiana, that serves cheesesteaks topped 33 different ways. Also: a huge seafood sandwich is sampled in New Orleans, Louisiana; and a popular burger joint in Bridgeport, Conn., is visited.
- 2006– 22mTV-G7.2 (18)TV EpisodeStarsGuy FieriGlobal eats are sampled in Brighton, Colo., San Antonio and Tampa. Include: homemade German braut; Moroccan couscous; Baja fish tacos.
- 2006– 22mTV-G7.3 (19)TV EpisodeStarsGuy FieriYolanda CastilloAngela GreenGuy visits a fusion eatery, in San Francisco, that serves Korean spicy-pork burritos with homemade kimchee. Other stops include a Mexican joint in Indianapolis; and a Belizean restaurant in Chicago.
- 2004–201843mTV-G8.2 (6)TV EpisodeStarsKevin BrauchAlton BrownJulie Chen MoonvesIron Chef Bobby Flay is challenged by Florida chef Johnny Vinczencz. Will Chef Vinczencz be able to take down Iron Chef Flay?
- DirectorJamie BlanksStarsJared LetoAlicia WittRebecca GayheartA college student suspects a series of bizarre deaths are connected to certain urban legends.
- DirectorRussell NormanStarsLys AgnesNick CannonJoe CiprianoIt's down to the Top 10 on "America's Got Talent," and the finalists are set to perform for the judges and viewers' votes, hoping to capture one of the final four spots in next week's final. There is no judges' pick this week and all four picks will be in the hands of the voters. With 10 acts instead of 12, there's more time to fill, so we get to see a featurette of the acts meeting the judges at a swanky Hollywood hotel. We also get a reminder about Michael Grimm, the singer/guitarist who won last season. He performs and afterward gives an update on what he's been doing. He's on tour with Stevie Nicks, pushing his new album, got married and is working on his grandma's house. At last, some performances: Miami All Stars: The sizzling dance group's leader tells his story of coming from the streets of Chile to Miami in 1992 and becoming a dance teacher. "And here we are," he says. Sharon abruptly reminds us that a dance group has never won this show, but she thinks Miami All Stars have a shot. They put on a raucous, football-themed routine, complete with a mascot in an eagle outfit. It's as spicy and high-energy as ever, but Piers buzzes them halfway through. Nick asks if it was an accident. Piers says they "became a cheerleading act" and he didn't like what he calls the chicken suit. He says they went from an explosive dancing act to a cheerleading act with a chicken, and he thinks this was a mistake. Sharon agrees that she didn't love the theme and they could have come up with something more sophisticated and they let themselves down with the choreography. She says she doesn't think this performance will get them into the final. Howie understands that the NFL's kickoff this week prompted the theme, but it was more "all-American" than it was specifically "Miami." Lys Agnes: Lys talks about how her mother was her inspiration and was a singer in Vegas who wound up unemployed when her show was closed. She said she's always wanted to "fuse rock and opera together." She says she's taking a chance this week, with "a voice people haven't heard yet." She starts in a much lower pitch that usual and it all feels a little off. Sharon says she thought she was listening to Cher at the beginning. She says Lys lost the tone in her voice, but that last note "bombed." She wonders why Lys opted to take the register in the song lower than it was written for Steven Tyler. Howie says she's an amazing singer and talent, and notes that she got this far because she was doing something the audience was relating to. He wonders if she took too big of a risk. Piers tells her to ignore the others, and says "the worst thing you could've done right is come out and give us another version of what we've seen." He says she was in "perfect pitch in the lower register" and he says he "felt moved by that performance." Landon Swank: The illusionist from Alaska says it would be incredible to participate in a show across the street from David Copperfield, who he's been watching on TV since he was a child. Nick Cannon gives us the warning not to try this at home, and off Landon goes. He goes through a few different sleight of hand tricks, including the big finish, where he takes a goldfish and appears to force his hand into the glass front of a tank to send the little fishy home, but the tank then appears completely untouched when Landon's done. Howie has no words beyond noting that he's never seen conjuring don't to that level, and calling it "truly amazing." Piers says he's not sure what he saw, and asked Landon if it worked as expected. Landon says yes, and admits it's actually the first time it's worked correctly. Sharon says she loves Landon's execution and how he always looks so relaxed and smooth. Anna Graceman: Little Anna Graceman it's amazing to have come from such a small town (Juneau, Alaska), and now people know who she is. Anna says she's taking a "huge risk" by performing without a piano. She sings Cyndi Lauper's "True Colors." Piers tells her that she missed some notes, but when she goes to the big notes she's great. He says the "obvious comparison" is to Jackie Evancho last year, and that Jackie had perfect pitch. He says Jackie didn't have the big notes the way Anna does. Sharon says she would have liked to have seen Anna work the stage more, rather than standing on a fake grassy knoll -- and she remarks that she understands the knoll wasn't Anna's choice. Howie tells her that this performance wasn't as good as her last, but "it was still brilliant." He wants to see how everyone else does to see where Anna stacks up. Silhouettes: The leader of the group says there are members of the group that face life-threatening illnesses and conditions. With this performance, they're trying to send the message not to let any of life's obstacles keep you down. They perform a routine that includes people graduating from high school, becoming president, winning the Olympics, and get a huge standing ovation. Sharon loves it, calling it exquisite and a great message, too. She thanks them for delivering such beautiful performances week after week. Howie says this is "the first final act," as far as he's concerned, but reminds people they have to vote to make sure Silhouettes get into the finals. Piers says they did a great job of telling a story that "makes people proud of being an American," especially during a time of such economic difficulty and war. He says this was, "without a doubt, the best performance, for me, by a mile." Smage Bros.: The Smage Brothers talk about their assistant, Troy Smalls, "the unsung hero." He talks about having been hurt before by the brothers' bikes, but says, "I'll do whatever I have to do to make the Smage Brothers famous." This week, they pull off a bunch of skateboard-type tricks on ramps and a rail, while flying over Troy a bunch of times. Howie calls it exciting, but wants to make sure Troy is OK after a couple of close calls. Piers points out a couple of mistakes, saying he still loves them as an act but for a show in the Top 10 it was a little disappointing. Sharon asks why they don't just get it over with and beat up Troy already. Sharon disagrees with Piers, saying it was "just amazing." Poplyfe: The young singer from Poplyfe talks about how she's survived a feeling of not being wanted by being with her bandmates. Her father died when she was 3 and her mother had "some issues," which meant she bounced around to a few different homes. They go with another classic, a Jackson 5 medley, including "I'll Be There," "I Want You Back" and "Stop the Love You Save." The crowd roars with approval, and even Piers is coaxed into joining the standing ovation. Piers says it did deserve a standing ovation, because they're looking for an act that can entertain, inspire, have fun, make money and live the life of stars. He calls them "a great pop band." Sharon says it was a great idea to come up with the Jackson 5 medley, adding that there's such a great place for them in the industry right now. Then Sharon, pounding her fist on the table, accidentally hits her buzzer. Howie says, "Everybody in America, you are idiots if you do not start voting and put these people through to the finals." West Springfield Dance Team: The dancers say they owe everything to their coaches and they'll be bringing something completely unexpected this week. It starts with a girl running from some zombie-like creatures and then she appears to get away while the zombies start dancing. Piers buzzes them about halfway through. Sharon says it's "to predictable" for her now and there are no surprises anymore. Their dancing is precise as ever, but the lack of surprise is starting to become a problem. Howie says it was "good," but adds he doesn't think it stepped up from the last time. He doesn't think they're "living up to final capability." Piers says he would have liked them to surprise everyone and not done the horror stuff. He says the choreography was "quite boring," and that the judges kind of feel like they've "seen it." Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.: Saying the one thing Vegas is missing -- ironically -- is a crooner, Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. says he's willing to fill that void. After Landau sings Dean Martin's "Ain't That a Kick in the Head," Howie says he'd like to kick everyone in America in the head if they don't vote for him. Piers notes that Landau got his "mojo back," and adds that he and the judges were talking about who they would spend their own money to go see perform, and, for Piers' money, "it would be Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. Sharon says that's noteworthy because Piers is "really tight" (we're assuming she means with money). She calls Landau a real class act just tells people to "vote, vote, vote" for him. Team Illuminate: The leader of the group, who typically runs the computer portion of the program, will be performing with the group for the first time. She doesn't want to let the team down, but vows to give the performance of a lifetime. They put on another exciting and inspired performance that gets the crowd excited. Piers notes the crowd's reaction, saying it's been a night of big performances and they were "the icing on the cake." He says it was their best performance of the season and that after six seasons of doing the show he's never seen a more creative or dynamic act. Sharon says she cannot believe that they aren't already world famous. Howie says they were spectacular and tells viewers that this is "one of the best acts you can possibly see live." He says there are four acts standing out tonight, but stops short of reading off a list.
- 2006– 22mTV-G7.8 (18)TV EpisodeStarsGuy FieriGuy samples crepes in Boulder, Colorado; stuffed cabbage and kreplach at a Jewish deli in Queens, New York; and stout-braised lamb cheesesteaks at a Spokane, Washington pub.
- StarsAlton BrownCole CassellRamon EngleAlton helps a humble cucumber fulfill its destiny of becoming a pickle.
- DirectorNeil BurgerStarsBradley CooperAnna FrielAbbie CornishA mysterious pill that enables the user to access 100% of his brain's abilities transforms a struggling writer into a financial wizard, but it also puts him in a new world with many dangers.
- DirectorGreg MottolaStarsSimon PeggNick FrostSeth RogenTwo English comic book geeks traveling across the U.S. encounter an alien outside Area 51.
- DirectorDuncan JonesStarsJake GyllenhaalMichelle MonaghanVera FarmigaA soldier wakes up in someone else's body and discovers he's part of an experimental government program to find the bomber of a commuter train within 8 minutes.
- StarsLloyd SherrThe story behind some of yesteryear's cutting edge technology. Featured are old cathode ray TV sets, vinyl records, typewriters, newspapers, and instant pictures among others.
- StarsSteve BeckelKatharine BoardBrian BuckmeyerGet behind the wheel and take control of the some of the largest, fastest, most powerful machines on the planet. These aren't your average vehicles--and handling one of these rides is unlike anything else. But you need more than just a learner's permit to take control of these vehicles...you need training, experience, and above all, guts--if you plan to sit in the Driver's Seat.
- DirectorDarrell RooneyLynne SoutherlandStarsMing-Na WenBD WongMark MoseleyWhile preparing for their wedding, Shang and Mulan are suddenly sent off on a secret mission. Mushu starts to meddle, and a surprise attack by Mongolians doesn't help either.
- DirectorBilly GierhartStarsJohn BarrowmanEve MylesMekhi PhiferAn underground bloodline flows from Buenos Aires to Shanghai, where Mother shows Jilly that she is planning to blow up her hideout whilst the Blessing maintains its immortality. In Buenos Aires, an explosion kills Rex and Esther's army escort, as they become aware of a CIA mole whom they allow to believe they are dead. They are nonetheless caught and taken to the South American lair of the Mother's cousin, where the other half of the Blessing is kept. Gwen, Oswald, and Jack infiltrate the Shanghai hideaway where they learn how the families, using Jack's blood, attached it to a force field to give them immortality but how the aliens misunderstood and recently gave immortality to the Earth in the spirit of benevolence. Sacrifice and redemption on two continents lead to the destruction of Miracle Day with the capture of the mole and the restoration of order. For one of the survivors, there is an amazing discovery.
- DirectorRandall EinhornStarsElijah WoodJason GannFiona GubelmannRyan ignores Wilfred's advice, creating an existential crisis for both of them.
- StarsGuy FieriBrian GentryShawna GentryHomemade biscuits and gravy at a 60-year-old trucker's paradise near Victorville, German spaetzle and jagerschnitzel at an Oklahoma cafe built from rocks dug up in the construction of route 66, and apple smoked salmon and pecan crusted catfish at a Kansas joint in a former bank once robbed by Jesse James.
- StarsGuy FieriGuy visits eateries suggested by viewers, including a family restaurant in Okarche, Oklahoma; a Mexican joint in downtown Los Angeles; and a New York-style deli in Houston.
- StarsGuy FieriThis trip, Guy pulls in for a world of taste, including El Salvadoran stew and stuffed tortillas in Los Angeles; Basque oxtail bourguignon in Reno; and Spanish tapas in Jacksonville.
- StarsGuy FieriKeri BarkerGuy visits a dive bar in Astoria, N.Y., where slow-roasted lamb ribs are served with fresh tzatziki. Other stops include a third-generation Italian eatery in Geyersville, Cal.; and an Indianapolis restaurant serving tomato bonbons.
- DirectorLizz ZaninStarsDrew CareyJeff Bryan DavisBob DerKach
- DirectorLizz ZaninStarsDrew CareyJeff Bryan DavisBob DerKach
- StarsAlton BrownMarshall MillardCarolyn O'NeilAlton turns a handful of peanuts into some seriously good eats.
- StarsAlton BrownJoin Alton Brown as he explores what it takes to stay sharp in the kitchen.
- DirectorNeil MandtStarsRichard ThomasMaureen McCormickC. Thomas HowellThe good news is that the Hunter family just won a 50 million dollar lottery ticket. The bad news is that they lost it in the middle of Los Angeles--and have only four hours to find it and claim their prize in this fast paced action-comedy from the writer and director of "Arthur's Quest".
- StarsLloyd SherrA look at the technology behind some of the 1960s greatest inventions and fads. Prominently featured are color television, transistor radios, satellite broadcasting, touch-tone phones, lava lamps, the Ford Mustang, and toys like Etch-a-Sketch and the Super Ball.
- StarsLloyd SherrRalph H. BaerNolan BushnellFrom supersonic passenger jets to electronic talking toys, the 1970s was a time of great technological advancement. Fasten your seat belts, calibrate your digital watches, and get ready for a fascinating ride through 70S TECH.
- 1975– 1h 30mTV-145.9 (93)TV Episode
- 2004–201842mTV-G7.8 (6)TV EpisodeStarsAlton BrownMark DacascosKevin BrauchSouthern chef Walter Royal enters Kitchen Stadium for the 1st time, challenging Iron Chef Cat Cora to battle. With shared Southern influences, whose cuisine will reign supreme? Judges: Joel McHale; Barbara Fairchild; Jeffrey Steingarten.
- DirectorRussell NormanStarsLys AgnesNick CannonJoe CiprianoThis is it. Almost. The entire summer has come down to this -- and a little more. The four finalists from the sixth season of "America's Got Talent" are about to be named -- after a fair amount of fluff. Sharon Osbourne says the anticipation has been killing her all day long. She notes this is the first time the show has had a band and a magician in the Top 10. Nick asks Howie about the goldfish from Landon Swank's illusion, and whether it actually survived the performance. Howie confirms, with video evidence that the fish did, indeed, make it. And he adds that the fish is now living in his house. To the results: Nick calls out the Smage Bros. and Team iLuminate. The Smages got overall good reviews from the judges, but Piers was the holdout who said it wasn't as good as their previous routines. Team Illuminate wowed the judges, who gave them a standing ovation. Howie says it's a tough call between the two acts, saying he's never seen anything like what the Smage Bros. do indoors. He then tells Team iLuminate that they are the second-most fun he can have in the dark. Sharon, accurately, calls the joke "hokey." Nick announces that the act moving on to the finals is ... Team iLuminate. Howie says he's thrilled and says "there's a good chance you're going to take this all the way." Nick next calls out Miami All Stars and Lys Agnes. We're reminded of all the great reviews Miami All Stars got before last night, when Piers buzzed them because, as he said, they became a "silly cheerleading act." It was much of the same for Lys, who was on the judges' good side until last night, when Howie and Sharon were pretty disappointed with her rendition of Aerosmith's "Dream On." Piers backed her up. Before the result is announced, Piers reminds everyone that this is about more than just last night and it's been a great season. He says they should be proud of themselves after having grown the way they have. Nick announes that the act moving on to the finals is ... (Lys is already tearing up, and has been since she walked onto the stage) ... neither. The leader of the All Stars says he's grateful to America, to NBC, to the city of MIami, for the amazing journey. Lys says Tuesday night was a big moment for her and thanks the people who see what she calls an artist's ability to express different things. Piers says he thinks we're going to hear more from both of them and wishes them luck. Poplyfe and Landon Swank are called out next. Poplyfe has enjoyed rave reviews all season, including Tuesday night when they went out with a Jackson 5 medley that earned them a standing ovation from everyone, including the judges. Landon has amazed the judges most of the way, but needed a wild card to stay in the competition. He's made the most of it, though, by flooring the judges with some amazing illusions. They loved Tuesday's routine, as well. Sharon says she loves both acts and she has mixed emotions seeing the two of them on stage together. She reminds them that they're standing there because America has voted them into the Top 10. She says this isn't the end, but just the beginnings of their careers. Nick announces that the act moving on is ... Poplyfe. Landon thanks everyone for their support and gets in a plug for his Twitter handle (@landonswank, if you're wondering). Be our guests: Nick introduces one of Simon Cowell's other creations, Il Divo, who perform the title song from their new album, "Wicked Game." Back to the results: West Springfield Dance team and Silhouettes are called to the stage. West Springfield has been a pretty big favorite of the judges all season, but Tuesday's performance fell flat and all the judges were unanimous in the sentiment that they've seen all West Springfield has to offer. Silhouettes, on the other hand, have been a judges' favorite all season and continued that streak with another highly praised performance on Tuesday night. Nick announces that the act going into the finals is ... Silhouettes. Howie reiterates his previous theory that this is the "year of the dance." He notes that Team iLuminate is already in the final. It's down to Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. and Anna Graceman, who are sitting pensively backstage. Both are staring at the ground as Nick somberly introduces them and escorts them to the stage. We're reminded of Anna Graceman's rise to the Top 10, but her Tuesday night performance drew some of her first criticisms of the season as Piers said she struggled in her lower register. Landau, meanwhile, seemed to hit his groove even bigger than he has all season. All three judges gave him big compliments, including Piers, who said he'd pay his own money to see Landau in a 90-minute concert. After a drama-filled introduction, Nick finally reveals that the act moving on to the finals is ... Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. He drops his head and looks over at little Anna, who claps graciously and hugs Landau before breaking down in tears as the crowd gives her a standing ovation. Landau says he's grateful but it's tough competing, especially against some of the kids like Anna, who have become friends. So that's it. The Final Four are: Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. Poplyfe Silhouettes Team iLuminate
- StarsGuy FieriGuy searches out restaurants known for their uncommon take on the heretofore ordinary hot dog and hamburger. His journeys take him to Baltimore where the owner still makes wieners in accordance with an 80-year old recipe, a Minneapolis dive known for its simple fare done in an extraordinary manner and an Austin restaurant where the burgers are flavored with serrano peppers and hot buffalo sauce.
- StarsAlton BrownDeb DuchonZoey BrownAlton shares the sweet, sticky science behind homemade marshmallow.
- DirectorMichael TiddesStarsJohn O. NelsonCherise BangsMars Crain
- DirectorCharles E. BastienStarsLily TomlinMalcolm-Jamal WarnerJessica WalterMs. Frizzle's class sculpts a stone likeness of its founding father. As they add the finishing touches, the statue tumbles down the mountain.
- DirectorLarry JacobsStarsLily TomlinMalcolm-Jamal WarnerDaniel DeSantoThe principal, Mr. Ruhle, has to go away for a few days and leaves his beloved chicken, Giblets, in Dorothy Ann's care. The Friz takes the class on a field trip to see how eggs are made - from the inside out.
- DirectorRussell NormanStarsNick CannonJoe CiprianoTerry FatorIt finally comes down to this: The top four acts take to the stage one last time to compete for America's vote, and the winner will take home the $1 million grand prize. After a somewhat lengthy reflection on the season's memorable -- for better or worse -- moments, we get to, well, a commercial break. But after that, we get to some results. Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.: Landau talks about the road he's taken to the finals of "America's Got Talent," including when he found himself homeless at the age of 19 and thought he "was going to die." He sings the obvious, but perfectly fitting, "My Way." The epic build-up and big-note finish capped a dream season for Landau. The judges and the crowd stand in appreciation. Piers says Landau "sang that absolutely from your heart," and that it "was a million-dollar performance." Sharon says he gave her goosebumps and "it was perfectly sung." She appreciated that Landau "didn't play it safe." Howie says, "there's a real good chance that you just sealed the deal." Team iLuminate: The members of Team iLuminate get a little emotional when talking about what it would mean to win the competition. They certainly did not hold back with their final performance. The most intense, fast-paced and dynamic performance of the season from a team that has pushed the bounds of dance and technology all summer. Sharon says Norelle (the team's leader) came up with with a great idea, adding, "this act is about technology, creativity and someone with a vision," and she points out how this act is why "America's Got Talent" is different from other talent shows. She says singers rely on others' songs, and Team iLuminate creates everything from zero. Howie says they deserve to win, and encourages America to vote for something "spectacular," rather than voting based on popularity. Piers says they're an example of "what America needs right now" because they are "smart young people with great ideas, completely original, that can create a business, it creates jobs, it creates prosperity, it makes America great again." Be our guest: The show's crown jewel, Terry Fator -- who actually did land a Vegas show -- takes the stage to perform. Poplyfe: The youngsters say they didn't expect to make it this far and the lead singer recalls how no one showed up to their first show. She says they're taking another big chance tonight, performing songs by Queen. They start with a rousing "We Will Rock You," before going into "We Are the Champions." The crowd enjoys it. Howie says they're champions, but he's worried that some of the notes were a little off. A tearful Kelani (the lead singer) admits she was "feeling it too much." Piers asks her why she's crying. She says she wants people to understand how badly they want this. Piers says some of the singing was a bit shaky but they shouldn't be disheartened. Sharon reminds Kelani that she's "a star" and that even if the singing wasn't great, her passion was and she can bank on that. Some technical difficulties force us to watch some "highlights" (see: video footage that was handy) from earlier in the season. Silhouettes: The biggest group in the finals talk about what an experience it has been before getting to their final performance -- which is a trip around the world as they make shadow versions of various world landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower, and polar bears in the Arctic. Short on time because of the difficulties, Piers says the performance was sensational and that America has a very difficult job in picking a winner. Sharon is also pleased and reminds everyone to vote. Howie says this is "the toughest vote" and again reiterates that viewers have to vote for their favorites to help create the outcome they want.
- DirectorRussell NormanStarsVictoria AsherTony BennettNick CannonWe've waited all summer to find out the winner of the sixth season of "America's Got Talent" -- and now we'll have to wait another two hours. Host Nick Cannon lists off the many acts that will help fill that time. A recap of Monday night reminds us that the judges pretty much loved everyone, but Poplyfe had the only hiccup of the bunch as lead singer Kelani struggled with nerves and emotions that affected her singing. Piers says Monday night was the best talent the show has seen in the finals. Each of finalists will be performing with one of their icons, and Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. is paired up with Patti Labelle. He's "floating on clouds," he says, before performing with the legendary singer. Def Leppard takes the stage to perform "Rock of Ages" and "Pour Some Sugar on Me." Afterward, Nick takes a moment to give us the behind-the-scenes look at the technical mishap that delayed Silhouettes' performance. It still isn't entirely clear what happened, but it seemed to have something to do with the big doors at the back of the stage not opening. Team iLuminate performs with the back Cobra Starship, whose members are decked out in outfits piped with lighting. We next get the standard run-through of the bizarre auditions from early in the season. And, of course, the "Audition All-Stars" take the stage. It starts terribly, when the first two singers are out of sync and, really, that was the highlight of the whole thing. Silhouettes are the next act to perform with an icon, and who's more all-American than Leann Rimes? No one! She sings while Silhouettes work their shadow magic behind her. One Republic performs a couple of songs after a featurette about how the judges pretend to have little rivalries. Then, Queen Latifah and Tony Bennett perform "Who Can I Turn To?" together. Poplyfe gets to perform with Stevie Wonder, and Kelani says he's the reason they do what they do. They perform "Higher Ground" together. Later, Cirque du Soleil's "Iris" cast performs, because -- well, why not? Some results: At long last, we get some results. Nick calls all four finalists to the stage and announces that Poplyfe is the first out of the running, finishing fourth. Kelani, crying, says they just had the "best experience of our lives" performing with their idol. Piers reminds them they came fourth in "the biggest talent show in the world" and tells them to be proud. After a break, Nick announces that the act finishing in third place and leaving the competition is ... Team iLuminate. Sharon looks stunned. She later says that Team iLuminate never disappointed throughout the season, and shakes her head at the reality of the fact that they're out. We get a reminder of Jackie Evancho and her stardom since finishing second on the show last season. She performs. Finally, down to Silhouettes and Landau Eugene Murphy Jr., Howie says they're "both phenomenal," but there's only one winner. He wishes them both luck. After a long, dramatic pause, Nick announces that... the... winner... of... "America's Got Talent"... is... Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.! Overwhelmed, Landau shakes his heads, cries a bit and is then mobbed by Silhouettes, who all gather around him for a group hug.
- StarsGuy FieriDavee AskewTed CasperGuy searches for the restaurants serving the best french fries, onion rings and hamburgers, going to San Francisco, Minneapolis, St. Paul and Ann Arbor, Michigan.
- 2006– 21mTV-G7.7 (15)TV EpisodeStarsGuy FieriStops include a converted gas station in Charlotte, North Carolina, for grilled pork chops; a Cincinnati joint for burgers topped with homemade sauce; and an eatery in Sonoma, California, for tri-tip beef smoked over wine-soaked wood.
- StarsAlton BrownCole CassellMichael P. ClarkAlton Brown makes everybody's favorite -- the classic apple pie.
- DirectorHoward MurrayStarsJohnny GaleckiJim ParsonsKaley CuocoHoward believes that his mom suffered a heart attack because he told her that he's marrying Bernadette, Sheldon freaks out over germs, and Penny and Priya compare notes on Leonard.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.0 (131)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRob RenzettiGenndy TartakovskyStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaJeff BennettWhen the whole family goes to the carnival, Dexter can't go on a ride because he's too short. Using his lab, he makes himself grow taller, but can't stop.
- 1996–200323mTV-G6.9 (142)TV EpisodeDirectorRob RenzettiStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaJeff BennettIn "A HARD DAY'S DAY", every day is a fine day for science until things take a turn for the worse thanks to the position of the stars in the sky. In "ROAD RASH", Dexter's mom forces Dexter to go outside and ride a bike, with Dee Dee challenging him to catch her on her roller blades, resulting in a chase similar to one between Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner. In "OCEAN COMMOTION", on a visit to the beach, Dee Dee (dressed in a mermaid bathing suit) gets kidnapped by some manic seafarin' sailors and Dexter vows to save her.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.3 (141)TV EpisodeDirectorGenndy TartakovskyRobert AlvarezStarsChristine CavanaughKat CressidaTom KennyWhen Dexter is harassed by two bullies and forced to go into the back of a school bus chasing his #2 writing implement, he must brave the legend of little Billy Blumberg who disappeared back there years ago.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.3 (137)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezGenndy TartakovskyStarsChristine CavanaughAllison MooreKath SoucieWhile vacationing in the woods with his family, Dexter finds Sasquatch tracks and hopes to photograph the mythical beast.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.2 (147)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRob RenzettiGenndy TartakovskyStarsJeff BennettChristine CavanaughKat CressidaDexter and his friends attend a Star Check convention dressed as their favorite characters; Dexter covers his body in plastic so that he doesn't have to wash his hands before dinner; Dexter creates a device to stop the ice cream van.
- StarsGuy FieriBeverly NeelyRick SchoenbergerGuy hits BBQ joints in Los Angeles, Chicago and Kansas City, Missouri.
- DirectorJames BurrowsJames GriffithsStarsChristina ApplegateMaya RudolphWill ArnettReagan Brinkley is a loving wife, successful career woman, life of the party and, most recently, mom. Determined not to compromise her career or cool reputation to the clichés of motherhood, Reagan adjusts to life with a baby and returns to work with the support of her stay-at-home husband, Chris. As Reagan and Chris figure out their new life, self-doubt, sleep deprivation and the pressure of today's parenting protocols rattle their confidence. What's more, the endless needs of Reagan's boss, ambitious but vulnerable talk-show host Ava, threaten to throw Reagan off balance.
- 2007–201922mTV-PG8.5 (4K)TV EpisodeDirectorMark CendrowskiStarsJohnny GaleckiJim ParsonsKaley CuocoRaj moves in with Sheldon after hearing Leonard and Priya engage in a Star Trek fantasy in his apartment. Bernadette receives her doctorate.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.2 (135)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRob RenzettiGenndy TartakovskyStarsChristine CavanaughTom KennyKath SoucieWhen Dexter and Dee Dee get their Action Hank and Pony Puffs decoder rings mixed up (respectively), each goes through the other's initiation.
- 1996–200323mTV-G7.0 (134)TV EpisodeDirectorRobert AlvarezRumen PetkovGenndy TartakovskyStarsJeff BennettEarl BoenKimberly BrooksBeing too young to watch an R-rated movie, Dexter tries to make Dee Dee and himself older than Mom and Dad.
- This trip Guy visits local joints doing favorites from someplace else.
- 1975– 1h 30mTV-146.4 (95)TV EpisodeDirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerStarsWill FerrellAna GasteyerDarrell HammondCold Open: Clinton gloats on being acquitted in impeachment trial. Linda Tripp, Tom Brokaw. A couple share too much bedroom heat but are offended when others reference it. Weekend Update: Jerry Falwell with proof that a Teletubby is gay.
- DirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerStarsWill FerrellAna GasteyerDarrell HammondBarbara Walters (Cheri Oteri) tries out phone sex during the cold open. Ray Romano's TV parents Peter Boyle and Doris Roberts tell him how to do the monologue. Romano plays a rookie sportscaster in SportsCenter, Roberto Begnini at Carnaby's, and Pretty Tony in Pimp Chat. Molly Shannon plays Monica Lewinsky on Weekend Update, while Cheri Oteri appears as herself. Suel Forrester acts as a guest coach while Will Ferrell acts like a baby to get out of a presentation. The male cast members tell each other their dreams in a sketch set during WWII.
- 1975– 1h 30mTV-144.5 (103)TV EpisodeDirectorBeth McCarthy-MillerStacey FosterJames SignorelliStarsWill FerrellAna GasteyerDarrell HammondMonica Lewinsky guest spot, Pretty Living, Ladies Man with Monica Lewinsky, Ricky Martin performs 'Livin La Vida Loca', Mango, Martha Stewart Living
- DirectorNick HurranStarsMatt SmithKaren GillanArthur DarvillThe Doctor, Amy and Rory become trapped in a hotel of horrors unable to escape and unable to find the TARDIS. The Doctor must save as many people as he can taking many twists and seeing his own worst fear.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyCharles EstenGames played: Film Theatre and TV Styles, Duet, Song Titles, Party Quirks, Greatest Hits, Hoedown.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyKathryn GreenwoodGames played: Questions Only, Sound Effects, Three-Headed Broadway Star, Scenes Cut From A Movie, The Millionaire Show, Hoedown.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyLaura HallGames played: Weird Newscasters, Award Show, If You Know What I Mean, Greatest Hits, Props.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyJeff Bryan DavisGames played: Questionable Impressions, Film Theatre and TV Styles, Irish Drinking Song, Duet, Newsflash, Hoedown, Foreign Film Dub.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyCharles EstenGames played: Superheroes, Sound Effects, Three-Headed Broadway Star, Whose Line, Irish Drinking Song, Helping Hands.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyLaura HallGames played: Let's Make A Date, Narrate, Song Styles, The Millionaire Show, Hoedown.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyLaura HallGames played: Weird Newscasters, Doo-Wop, Narrate, Greatest Hits, Props.
- DirectorBruce GowersStarsDrew CareyWayne BradyKathryn GreenwoodGames played: Let's Make A Date, Scene with an Audience Member, Props, Greatest Hits, Foreign Film Dub.