What’s On: James Corden Takes His ‘Late Late Show’ to London, and Australian Comedian Jim Jefferies Bows on Comedy Central
The Late Late Show With James Corden (12:37/11:37c, CBS): The Emmy-winning late-night personality and go-to awards-show host heads back to his home turf of London for three special episodes (through Thursday) from the mammoth 1,700-seat Central Hall Westminster. Though he’ll need to address the recent terror attacks, as he did so eloquently in the aftermath of the Manchester concert bombing, the emphasis is on fun, with Ed Sheeran submitting to a new Carpool Karaoke segment and a guest list including Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise (sadly, not on the same night), Game of Thrones’ Kit Harington and David Beckham. Sounds like a great time, even if many of us will be catching up the next day via YouTube.
The American Epic Sessions (8/7c, PBS, check local listings at pbs.org): An extension of the recent music documentary series, this feature-length film recreates the once cutting-edge 1920s recording process in live performances with contemporary artists, including Elton John, Beck, Alabama Shakes, Los Lobos, Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard. The soundtrack will be released Friday on DC and digital, with a vinyl release scheduled for June 16.
The Jim Jefferies Show (10:30/9:30c, Comedy Central): The Australian comedian, perhaps best known here for his no-holds-barred FX series Legit and stand-up specials on HBO and Netflix, turns his unsparing gaze on contemporary politics and culture in a weekly series that promises interviews, field pieces and investigations of hypocrisy around the world as well as his own deskbound commentary.
Inside Tuesday TV: ABC’s Downward Dog (8/7c), better known as Martin (played by Ned), is more neurotic than usual when Nan (Allison Tolman) takes a shine to a strict dog trainer (Timothy Odmundson from Psych and Galavant), and canine self-shaming isn’t far behind: “I’ve been so committed to the life of the mind that I feel like I’ve kind of missed out on the potential of my body,” Martin muses. Join the club, buddy. … In a special edition of Science Channel’s Space’s Deepest Secrets titled “Strange Signals From Alien Worlds” (9/8c), scientists discuss the possible origin of Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) from deep space whose source remains a mystery. … MTV’s revival of Fear Factor (10/9c) drew big ratings in its premiere last week. Expect more of the same as players bob for snakes, play Fear Pong and drive blindfolded. As one does.
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My Tuesday evening is the same as last week: America's Got Talent, iZombie, Animal Kingdom, and Genius (which I wish would end already). I might take a peek at Born This Way, but the novelty has worn off.
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I'm a cat person. Dogs are okay, I just like cats more. So, it really surprised me when I first started seeing commercials for "Downward Dog," and I heard someone say that the show looked interesting, and I realized it was me saying it. Go figure. I've watched the first three episodes, and I've enjoyed them very much. I like how Martin gets a fair amount of scenes all to himself.
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I have two dogs and I always wonder what they are thinking. I love when Martin has his own scenes too.
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And it was another excellent episode last night as well. This is only the 2nd sitcom I've watched in years (The Big Bang Theory is the other, but as I'm a Trekkie geek myself, I consider it more a documentary).
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I love all the kitty shows on Animal Planet. Meow!
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I will likely watch Downward Dog and probably reruns of the ABC comedies.
I used to watch Fear Factor on NBC, but felt like the prize money wasn't enough to compensate for the pain and suffering these sometimes desperate folks have to endure. I wonder if they increased the prize amount. Might take a peak tonight.
I watched the second telecast of Still Star-Crossed last night . It really is a solid production with some good performances. Way above par for a summer show on broadcast.
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Did you watch Divas last night? If so, how was it? I forgot about it.
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Was watching Still Star-Crossed. Fell asleep after that. I will try catch Divas ON DEMAND when I have a chance.
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If Divas aired at 9, I was not home yet.
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