I read an interview with Glenn Close last week as she prepared to start filming the second season of Damages.

Even though I had kind of an up and down relationship with Damages last year, I really wish it were on now. I miss it. I suppose that could sound a little pathetic, but I’ve never been one to apologize for watching TV. If you think television’s a waste of time, good for you. Just don’t call me during Grey’s Anatomy, mmkay? Yes, I already miss Grey’s. But how could I not, the way it ended?

The shows I miss the most, though, are shows that aren’t coming back – at least not with new episodes. The passing of comedy legend Harvey Korman last week made me nostalgic for one of my favorites, The Carol Burnett Show. Genius.

Burnett’s show actually was part of a Saturday night trilogy. I can’t think of one without the other two. On first was The Mary Tyler Moore Show. The classic episode, “Chuckles Bites the Dust,” was named the best episode in sitcom history by TV Guide. … continue reading

Ever wondered what people with really high IQs do in their spare time? Neither have I. Well, OK, I have wondered what some of them do. To the point of distraction, in fact.

But whether you wanted to know or not, Fancast reports that MENSA chairman Jim Werdell watches about 10 hours of television every day. (The average American watches four and a half hours.) And apparently, the combination of high IQ and television addiction makes Werdell qualified to list the 10 smartest TV shows of all time.

I won't argue with No. 1, simply because my daddy's favorite television show was M*A*S*H and he was smart. That's good enough for me.

I'll also concede that Frasier, All in the Family and West Wing deserve spots on the list. (Dang, how much do you miss C.J.?) … continue reading