THURSDAY

JULY 2

2015

BIANCULLI’S BEST BETS

Destination America, 5:00 p.m. ET

In anticipation of all the outdoor grilling to be attempted this weekend, weather and vegans permitting, BBQ Pitmasters serves up a seven-hour marathon of grilling tips. Included among the recipes: bacon-covered bison brisket, which may be the most audacious and aromatic alliterative I’ve ever encountered. The coals start heating up at 5 p.m. ET, and the last dishes are served at 2 a.m. ET.

THE SEVENTIES MINI-MARATHON

CNN, 9:00 p.m. ET

Because this is heading to a holiday weekend, CNN is opting not to present an original installment of its newest documentary series. That’s the bad news. The good news is that, starting tonight at 9 p.m. ET, it’s repeating the three episodes televised so far: on television, Watergate, and the Vietnam War, respectively. Oh, and consider this a warning, as well as a recommendation: In the first part, on television in the Seventies, I appear on camera from time to time. But watch it anyway…

MARON

IFC, 10:00 p.m. ET

On tonight’s episode, Marc Maron accepts an invitation from his friend Adam Goldberg to visit Adam’s college class and lecture on comedy. I haven’t seen the entire episode, just a preview clip – but even the clip made me laugh out loud, once the students starting interrupting Maron’s lecture. “Academic heckling,” he responded wearily. “Is that a thing, really?” It can be. When I tell a joke or make a reference in one of my classes and am greeted with the sound of silence, I often say, “When I went into teaching, I was told that if I reached only one person, that would be enough. I just didn’t know that, most of the time, that person would be me.” And if they don’t respond to that, either, it just makes me laugh all the more, in a disconnecting downward spiral. Makes me laugh, every time it happens. Makes me laugh – just not them. Good luck tonight, Marc.

THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART

Comedy Central, 11:00 p.m. ET

In these last Daily Show programs before he steps down, Jon Stewart has made it clear that he doesn’t want a Cal Ripken-style farewell tour – just a last lap with good guests and good friends. Tonight, he has both. His scheduled guest is author Sarah Vowell, who’s not only a former contributing editor to This American Life, but also was a former correspondent for The Daily Show.

THE NIGHTLY SHOW

Comedy Central, 11:30 p.m. ET

Larry Wilmore, in the wake of news events the past few weeks, has done his very best work since launching The Nightly Show – great pieces, provocative discussions, and brave, funny, intensely honest personal reflections and history lessons. (For a sample of these, listen to my report, on cable comedy shows and their reactions to recent news events, on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross website.) Tonight, reacting to news events in his booking of guests as well, Wilmore welcomes LaBree Newsome, the woman who recently climbed the flagpole in front of the South Carolina Statehouse and took down the Confederate flag. On Monday, Wilmore said, “It’s kind of like that old saying: ‘If you want something done, wait around and do nothing until a kickass black woman comes along and does that s**t for you.’” Tonight, he talks to her in person.

<< PREVIOUS | NEXT >>

Read and add comments HERE for today's Best Bets!

Leave a Comment: (No HTML, 1000 chars max)

Name (required)

Email (required) (will not be published)


Type in the verification word shown on the image.

Page: 1 of 145 | Go to page:

2893 Comments

Persetan denganmu

Perilaku penipuan murni. Bajingan-bajingan ini tidak punya moral dan tidak ragu-ragu menipu orang lain.

Dec 31, 2025 | Reply

Dewacasino live chat

Dewacasino live chat is very helpful and responds quic

Dec 31, 2025 | Reply

Bolagila Toto

“Bolagila Toto offers a smooth and reliable experience with fast access and an easy-to-use platform.”

Dec 30, 2025 | Reply

Manual Chain Hoist

Yangzhou Yaxnova Industrial Co., Ltd. is a high-quality hydraulic equipment production enterprise, has been focusing on the production, manufacturing and service of high-end hydraulic equipment such as: hydraulic nuts, bolt tensioners, hydraulic wrenches, electric hydraulic jacks and PLC intelligent control synchronous lifting jacks for many years.

Dec 30, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pelecehan Anak

Perilaku penipuan murni. Bajingan-bajingan ini tidak punya moral dan tidak ragu-ragu menipu orang lain.

Dec 28, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pemerintah Indo

Pemerintah Indonesia, persetan dengan para penipu itu, tangkap mereka dan persetan dengan mereka karena telah menipu banyak orang.

Dec 27, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pelecehan Anak

Hanya sekelompok penipu lain yang melakukan bisnis kotor secara online.

Dec 27, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pelecehan Anak

Para penipu yang memalukan memangsa orang-orang dengan klaim palsu dan kebohongan.

Dec 27, 2025 | Reply

Zyon Grand Showflat

Zyon Grand is an outstanding residential project that truly reflects modern luxury and refined living. With its elegant design, premium construction quality, and thoughtfully planned spaces, it offers a comfortable and sophisticated lifestyle. The serene environment, excellent amenities, and prime location make Zyon Grand an ideal choice for families and investors seeking both value and elegance.

Dec 26, 2025 | Reply

lsm99dna

I really appreciate the kind of topics you post here. Thanks for sharing us a great information that is actually helpful. Good day!

Dec 26, 2025 | Reply

lsm99bet

I just couldn’t depart your site prior to suggesting that I extremely enjoyed the standard information an individual provide for your visitors? Is gonna be back frequently in order to inspect new posts.

Dec 24, 2025 | Reply

??????

Amazing post! Karaoke is a fantastic way to bond with friends and family.

Dec 23, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi mesum

Para penipu licik menjalankan operasi kotor yang dibangun di atas kebohongan dan penipuan.

Dec 23, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pemerintah Indo

Para penipu kelas rendah melakukan apa yang paling mereka kuasai—berbohong, menipu, dan menghilang dengan uang orang lain.

Dec 23, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pemerintah Indo

Sialan para penipu ini karena telah mencuri uang dan kepercayaan orang lain.

Dec 23, 2025 | Reply

Pornografi Pelecehan Anak

Para penipu ini pantas untuk diungkap kebohongan dan kebusukan mereka.

Dec 23, 2025 | Reply

Persetan denganmu

Tidak ada yang nyata di sini. Hanya omong kosong penuh tipu daya dari orang-orang serakah.

Dec 23, 2025 | Reply

lsm9999

Very informative post! There is a lot of information here that can help any business get started with a successful social networking campaign.

Dec 21, 2025 | Reply

Dave Bianculli

I don't know what you're smoking Ja-moke, but please pass that pipe over here!!!

ROTFLMBFFAO!!!!!!!

SEriously, we're here to talk about TV, seriously. I am the Professor Emeritus of TV.

And that is all.

Dave

Dec 21, 2025

login lsm99

Your Site is very nice, and it's very helping us this post is unique and interesting, thank you for sharing this awesome information. and visit our blog site also.

Dec 19, 2025 | Reply

Dave Bianculli

your letter was perfectly fine until that last phrase.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again:

MY TV WEBSITE, THE GREATEST IN THE WORLD, IS NOT A PLACE FOR YOU TO SHILL YOUR SHITTY BLOG!!!!!

Please delete your post.

Merry Christmas,

Dave

Dec 20, 2025

Feedback

Korea’s online slot site rankings and slot machine game information
https://rcgormangallery.com/kr-33/

Dec 19, 2025 | Reply

Page: 1 of 145 | Go to page:

David Bianculli

Founder / Editor

David Bianculli has been a TV critic since 1975, including a 14-year stint at the New York Daily News, and sees no reason to stop now. Currently, he's TV critic for NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross, and is an occasional substitute host for that show. He's also an author and teaches TV and film history at New Jersey's Rowan University. His 2009 Dangerously Funny: The Uncensored Story of 'The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour', has been purchased for film rights. His latest, The Platinum Age of Television: From I Love Lucy to the Walking Dead, How TV Became Terrific, is an effusive guidebook that plots the path from the 1950s’ Golden Age to today’s era of quality TV.

New From TVWW

BIANCULLI’S BEST BETS

Destination America, 5:00 p.m. ET

CNN, 9:00 p.m. ET

IFC, 10:00 p.m. ET

Comedy Central, 11:00 p.m. ET

Comedy Central, 11:30 p.m. ET

David Bianculli

PBS' 'Frontline’ Examines Pension Promises and — Spoiler Alert — Finds the Math Doesn’t Add Up

The Decadence of ‘Versailles’ Comes to Ovation

Prescribing Mamie Gummer in 'Emily Owens, M.D.'

Looking for a Free Ride? HBO Can Deliver

'Pass the Biscuits' Part of the Hatfield-McCoy Pop-Culture Legacy