TvLand kicks it to the Curb

TvLand kicks it to the Curb

This past weekend, TvLand started to run the Larry David sitcom show, Curb Your Enthusiasm. For me, it's crazy that after 8 seasons, this show will grab an entire new audience. Those that loved Seinfeld, will love this show too.

Being a Seinfeld fanatic, once HBO originally announced Curb, being helmed by Seinfeld creator Larry David, it was a must watch for me. On Seinfeld, the character George Costanza was written around Larry David, even though the show itself was a basis of some of David's real life escapades and adventures.   

Curb Your Enthusiasm is part sitcom, part improv and part sheer craziness. The Larry David character has no filter, can't let things go and has a constant problem with being in the middle of a bad situation. I guess the genius of the show is it's not that far from reality. We all hate lending items out, we tend to lack social skills and we all handle things badly at times...well, that's what is typically premise for each 30 minute episode. From have a "Pants Tent", that your Wife's best friend thinks is a boner to a reunion of sorts for the cast of Seinfeld. Larry takes in a family misplaced from Katrina, his marriage to Cheryl has ups and downs and his professional life meet issues with his manager, Jeff, his wife Susie, his friends and his celebrity run ins are always awesome.

Now, with that being said, this show will not cater to everyone. Yes, plus being on TvLand, the show at times, is edited but nothing that you can't look past. For me, it's still funny and to relive the series makes late night battles with insomnia, not so bad. The show is on most last nights (set your dvr) usually 11pm or later, but it's well worth a watch. 

The show is currently on hiatus from it's new season, scheduled to be rumored for a shooting start in the Fall. The seasons are all available to purchase for usually around $20-$25 and have a high re-watchability. So, if you're watching late at night, make sure you tweet to @TvLand and Me and use the hashtag #CurbYourEnthusiasm and let's talk!

Observations from a Professional Observer - Aug 23, 2012

This is a new column I wanted to work on, since I consider myself an observer...from people watching, to movie watching, noticing the odd and even pointing out the obvious. While I'm not sure one can consider himself a "Professional" at observation, maybe I will be a trend setter.

* Starting in October I will finally push forward in Stand Up Comedy. I have enlisted Benny Michaels to be my mentor. You can listen to his podcast -Podcheese on iTunes. Benny has been doing stand up in Jersey and the Philly area for a while and sees potential in me...if only my 7th grade teacher could see me now! All those random fart noises during class are about too pay off.

* Just returning from Monster-Mania Con in Jersey, I went on a crazy DVD buying spree and picked up approx 20 different Horror titles. From The Groovy Ghoulies (which I'm watching as I write this drivel), Mighty Joe Young, Last House on Dead End Street, Nightbreed, Mr. Hush (which my review blurb is on the back of the DVD cover...and for the record, I had nothing to do with the cover art either ) and several other titles.

The two stand out titles I grabbed were both foreign films. The first was an amazing action film that I would highly recommend called "The Raid: Redemption". If you're a gamer that enjoys 1st person shooter games like Modern Warfare, this is a blind buy. Martial Arts mixed with some insane kills, The Raid is 100% high energy. Spend the extra money and buy the unrated version!


The other film was "The Life and Death of a Porno Gang" that was described as take on the controversial "A Serbian Film". I have too admit, I had high hopes, but this one failed me...on all levels. Lack of gore, no shock..very little smut, just a mess. I noticed it was labeled as a black comedy, but it never made me laugh. I was ready for a nap. Not worth a look unless you really are curious.

* While at Monster-Mania, I always visit the Fright-Rags table. I grabbed several shirts from them, like I always do. These guys do tremendous work and specialize in all forms of the genre. I was excited to grab the new "Chainsaw & Dave" shirt that is inspired by the Mark Harmon 80's film "Summer School"...sure, its kind of insider, but dammit it's cool!


* Summer is almost over and holy shit....buying school clothes for the kids, what a fiasco that is. Not just the clothes but even the supplies...these Big Box stores basically bend you over and rob you...without any lube!! Take it easy people...I live on a podcasters salary! Sneakers, shirts...and now, the trend of "destroyed" jeans. What does that mean? Well, it seems the more "destroyed" they are, the more expensive they are. And to think my Mom spent time patching my Garanimals (google them..if you don't know).


That's my Observations this week. Watch what you're doing, because chances are, I'll be observing you.
PS - get your #SocialMediaWhore t-shirts and help shut up crime!

XOC Podcast #35 - "What are we doing here?"

XOC Podcast #35

"What are we doing here?"

Extreme Odd Couple Podcast

In another week of talking about Nothing, analyzing everything and trying to stay alive another week, Steve Corino and Rob Dimension finally ask the questions - "Are we men? What are we doing here? Is this it?" Maybe it was a wake up call, but the guys finally realize that they talk about NOTHING.

In only a podcast that can be described as ..."The Seinfeld of Podcasts", the Extreme Odd Couple hopes you will tune in, listen and laugh.

Visit the sites at http://www.worldofcorino.com/, http://www.robdimension.com/ and of course, http://www.xocpodcast.com/ - Look for them on Twitter @SteveCorino, @RobDimension and @XOCProducer...but only, if you would like...no pressure.

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