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| Best TV Shows to Watch on a Rainy Day Posted:
On those days, all you have to comfort you is that blank, black void, your old friend, your TV, beckoning you to spend the entire day in a whole new world. A world where it never rains and where Cheetos are always an arm's length away. Put on the coffee and just let it happen -- everything else can wait. You have bingeing to take care of. Walking on Sunshine What if in some magical world watching TV could scientifically improve your mood when your parade gets rained on? Well, put your Snuggie on, champ, because that world is the world you live in. Chatting with the Daily Star in 2015, psychologist Emma Kenny said, "If we watch shows that are sunny, light, and bright then we will automatically make our mood higher and in turn feel happier." The trick for maximizing your mood is choosing content with the most sun per minute, so fire up some "Hawaii Five-0," "Broadchurch," or "Short Poppies" -- a cult mockumentary starring Rhys Darby of "Flight of the Conchords" -- and bust out those beach towels. A Touch of Escapism On the same principle, just about any episode of the legendary docuseries "Planet Earth" will transport you from the rainy doldrums to a visually breathtaking adventure that'll remind you of just how awesome Earth really is. Grandiose doesn't even begin to describe it. For a different kind of escapism -- one that'll keep both kids and adults dry, entertained, and belly laughing -- "Adventure Time" is like a hot cup of hot tea on a rainy day. An extremely brightly colored, super whimsical cup of hot tea with, like, half a bottle of honey in it. For the Thinkers You know how people listen to rain sounds when they study or do hot yoga? That's because rain is deep, man. On the flip side of seeking sunshine, you might just want to embrace the drip-dropping peace and quiet by finding just the right show to relax and vibe out with. In your meditative quest, "The Twilight Zone" will not fail you. Not only will each episode give you plenty of ponderings, its immense amount of variety -- from extraterrestrial-driven social commentary to terrifying demon dolls to twist endings that'll break your brain -- is more than enough to keep you hooked till the sun shines through the clouds. If you prefer to chill out and expand your brain with a less paranormal universe as the drops patter, Neil deGrasse Tyson's documentary reboot, "Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey," showcases spacey visuals and concepts so mind-blowing, the rain outside will suddenly feel like a very small thing. Sources This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Home Improvement TV Series You Should Binge Now Posted:
With your newfound love of these shows, you've probably binge-watched "House Hunters" or "House Hunters International" whenever they're on television, which is all the time. It's time to expand your horizons. Not all HGTV/DIY Network TV shows are created equal, and you need to watch all of them to prepare. Prepare for what? The part of adulthood that involves buying your own house, and then decorating it. 'Tiny House Hunters' (2014 - present) Watching this show can make you question your own living situation and may convince you that you could absolutely live in a tiny house ... right? Probably, not, but it's still entertaining to watch. Not to mention the fact that "Tiny House Hunters" is also a crash course in organizing your life, purging things you don't need, and downsizing your space. After watching this show, you'll get rid of that stack of junk collecting dust in the corner and adding nothing to your life except more clutter. Shudder. 'Property Brothers' (2011 - present) Sitting down and watching "Property Brothers" is like living out your fantasies of buying a house that looks like a condemned space and transforming it into the bourgeois palace of your dreams. The program has everything involved in a reno, from those annoying couples arguing over houses to the attractive brothers, Drew and Jonathan Scott, disagreeing over design choices or who "did more" for the house. The subtle competition combined with beautiful home-improvement projects that will inspire you makes it easy to spend an entire day binge-watching the show from the comfort of your couch. 'Fixer Upper' (2013 - present) Chip and Joanna Gaines are miracle workers on the home-improvement front. The married, real-life couple continually transforms awful, all-but-destroyed houses into gorgeous homes to be proud of. Not to mention that they also have a signature wall paneling they do in almost every home called "shiplap," which has brought them some additional fame. If you want to be up with the trends, learn how to improve every aspect of your house, and do it while scavenging flea markets for cheap finds, then "Fixer Upper" is definitely the show for you. 'Love It or List It' (2008 - present) Do you and your life partner disagree when it comes to home buying? One thinks the house or apartment you live in is great, but could be incredible if you just spiffed it up a bit. The other believes the space to be unsalvageable, so you should cut your losses and move on. Well, "Love It or List It" is here for you feuding lovebirds. You can sit there for hours, watching -- arguing over whether to buy a ready-to-move-in new place or just put in some elbow grease and transform your current place like Cinderella's fairy godmother. 'Design on a Dime' (2003 - present) Trying to redo your home but don't want to spend a fortune? Then "Design on a Dime" is the show to consume over and over again. The current host, Casey Noble, redoes a room for a budget of $2,500 and not a penny more. Realistic home-improvement projects that don't cost a fortune and still manage to look beautiful are something you won't see on most shows. That makes it perfect for your home-improvement binge ... and no, not that Home Improvement binge. Sorry, kids, Tim Allen won't be helping with your upcoming renovation projects. Sources This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Best Series to Watch on a Sick Day Posted:
'Downton Abbey' (2010 - 2015) "Downton Abbey" is one great to watch when you're not feeling quite like yourself and all you want to do is be outside. The idyllic setting, music, costumes, and simplicity of early 1900s England makes your day, or days, at home ever more peaceful. On top of it all, drama of its aristocratic small town -- full of murder, mayhem, and tea service -- will have you laughing, crying, and forgetting all about your sick day. 'The Great British Baking Show' (2010 - ) "The Great British Baking Show" brings you into the world of fine British and European desserts, crumpets, biscuits, and more baking innuendos than you could imagine. You may not feel well enough to bake on a sick day, but sometimes just looking at biscuits and finger sandwiches can do the trick. This series features hilarious hosts, authentic recipes, world-renowned British bakers, and show-stopping desserts that will have you calling your mom or your best friend to bring over some hot cocoa, fresh bread, and cookies, or -- as the Brits might suggest -- Jammie Dodgers. 'White Collar' (2009 - 2014) What's better than a little action and a whole lot of crime when you are sick? If you enjoyed the Tom Hanks / Leonardo DiCaprio movie "Catch Me if You Can," you're going to love "White Collar." The series picks up where "Catch Me if You Can" left off, with Special Agent Peter Burke tracking down the master forger / con artist / heist operator, Neal Caffrey. Peter promises Neal's freedom if he assists in bring down other high-profile white collar criminals, aka Neal's competition. If you love series that showcase the beauty of New York City; feature interesting cases of the week; explore diamond heists, art forgeries, and high-class bad guys and gals, then "White Collar" is for you. Matt Bomer, as Neal, also wears a lot of fedoras and rocks a mean Frank Sinatra impression, if you're into that sort of thing. 'Felicity' (1998 - 2002) One of the best coming-of-age dramas to come out of the late 1990s, "Felicity" introduced the world to the emo, Sarah McLachlan-listening, Dean and Deluca espresso-drinking character of Felicity Porter and her love-triangle BFFs, Ben and Noel. Felicity was the girl who went all the way across the county to follow a boy who wrote something profound in her high school yearbook at graduation, and ended up finding herself instead. The blissful and pensive college drama launched the careers of J.J. Abrams, Keri Russell, Scott Speedman, and Scott Foley. Watching this series may give you major alt-rock nostalgia, and it may make you want to cut your hair -- you'll know why if you watch the show. 'Friends' (1994 - 2004) Whether you've seen "Friends" 100 times or never watched a single episode, it might be the absolute best show to binge-watch on a sick day. You can start with the pilot episode to follow the fun, single days of Phoebe and friends, or you can jump to some fan-favorite episodes like, "The One Where Ross Finds Out," "The One With the Flashback," and "The One With the Embryos." Whether Chandler Bing is making you laugh or Rachel Green is making you cry, spending a sick day in bed with "Friends" might be just what the doctor ordered. Sources This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| 5 Best Series to Watch Before Turning 30 Posted:
1. 'Parenthood' (2010 - 2015) "Parenthood" provides one of the more realistic TV portrayals of what it means to become an adult in your own family. An updated version of the classic 1980s movie of the same name, "Parenthood" is the story of the Bravermans -- four adult siblings, their spouses, their six kids, and their aging parents -- and how they all manage to support each other through various crises. Each character grows into new phases of adulthood over the course of six seasons, and the ensuing joy and heartache creates a compelling emotional journey for viewers. 2. 'You're the Worst' (2014 - ) A hidden gem on FX, "You're the Worst" is the adorable and deplorable love story of two toxic narcissists, set in modern-day Los Angeles. Jimmy (Chris Geere) is an arrogant writer struggling to make it, and Gretchen (Aya Cash) manages a fledgling rap group. While it's definitely not family-friendly -- the sex scenes and drug use are at near-HBO levels -- watching Jimmy and Gretchen migrate from selfishness to caring is funny, romantic, and delightfully crass. "You're the Worst" manages to be endearing, as its interweaving plots and biting humor showcase how difficult it is to find your identity as middle age approaches. 3. 'Hindsight' (2015) "Hindsight," a one-season wonder from VH1, follows Becca Brady (Laura Ramsey) from the eve of her second wedding in 2015 as she time travels back 20 years to the morning of her first wedding in 1995. Over the course of 10 episodes, Becca is faced with the opportunity to relive her 20s, making different choices along the way. "Hindsight" serves as a refreshing reminder that older doesn't always mean wiser, while also reminding us of how much fun the '90s were. 4. 'How I Met Your Mother' (2005 - 2014) "How I Met Your Mother" chronicles how Ted Mosby (Josh Radnor) got through his late 20s and eventually met the love of his life. Despite the title, the show is really about a group of friends growing up together, learning how to stay close while dealing with the chaos of careers, dating, and family. Throughout nine seasons -- and an ending that was very controversial with HIMYM fans -- "How I Met Your Mother" delivered the warm reliability of a witty sitcom while each of the characters grew into realistic, if occasionally zany, adults. 5. 'Thirtysomething' (1987 - 1991) The granddaddy of TV shows about aging gracefully, "Thirtysomething" is both pure '80s TV and a timeless look at becoming middle-aged. The show confronts the universal insecurities that come with aging in a way that's both sweet and scary -- where Michael invests in his own career, his wife Hope struggles with feeling like a sellout for being a stay-at-home mother. Despite the ongoing drama in "Thirtysomething," the overall theme is actually quite comforting: Life doesn't get any easier in your 30s, but there's plenty of joy and excitement ahead. This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
It never fails. The one day you were finally going to hit that all-you-can-eat donut buffet or start training for that 5K or sign up for spin classes once and for all -- no, really this time -- it rains. And it doesn't. Stop. Raining.
Growing up is all about expanding your horizons. You open your mind to everything from different foods to traveling the world, but one of the things that truly marks the transition from young whippersnapper to full-fledged adult is your taste in television. More specifically, you start enjoying home improvement shows.
When you're sick, sometimes lying in bed all day is the last thing you want to do. And sometimes binge-watching a new series -- perhaps one you've never seen before -- is just what you need. So take a moment to get cozy, make some hot tea, put up your feet, and check out these five shows that will have you laughing, crying, and feeling better in no time.
Hitting the "big 3-0" can be a big deal -- it's a chance to celebrate the end of your 20s, and also the age where you have to admit that you're finally an honest-to-goodness grown-up. Thankfully, there are some great TV shows to get you through the transition and give you some previews of the chaos and joy ahead.| You are subscribed to email updates from Moviefone News RSS Feed - Moviefone.com. To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now. | Email delivery powered by Google |
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