HOT ON TV
The First Lady (USA, Showtime), a drama that places three former American First Ladies’ life stories at the forefront, is (actually) living up to its billing.
In this series, three former First Ladies, from three different eras in American History, are portrayed by some of Hollywood's most celebrated television actresses: Viola Davis as Michelle Obama; Gillian Anderson as Eleanor Roosevelt; Michelle Pfeiffer as Betty Ford.
And not only that, the production itself is unexpectedly captivating.
Yea, you’d expect a bore-fest from a historical/period drama like this one, but...no. The producers succeeded at presenting a show which is less of a documentary and more of a hit show fit for a network like Showtime, and (must I add) deserving of multiple Emmy nods.
Another plus, well, Showtime is known for airing the edgier types of series, but thankfully that side took a backseat because honestly, who would want to imagine what goes down between the Presidents and their wives ''behind closed doors.''
Hey, this is Hollywood’s Showtime Network we’re talking about here.
I do not expect a second season. Unless a different set of former first ladies are the subject, the show can remain a single-season series.
RANDOM SIDE-NOTE: The husband to the Prime Minister of Australia is nicknamed THE FIRST BLOKE, lolz.
Continuing with the convo on the raunchier side of television, All The Queen’s Men (USA, BET Plus) is a new series one found to be truly distinct.
The series follows a successful strip club owner, Marilyn played by Eva Marcille. Not only is the revered club owner raking in the ‘benjamins’, but she also has a loyal employee force that would even risk their lives for the ‘madam.’
All the drama makes the show less of a raunchy pastime/BET’s very own Magic Mike fiesta and more of a notable stream-worthy show. #ILikeIt
The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window (USA, Netflix): excuse the unnecessarily long series title.
Because the show is a thrill to watch!
Well, it’s not the best of the best thrillers. But it is one to choose if recommended.
#TotallyRecommended
The Days of Our Lives: Beyond Salem (USA, Peacock) series is not bad.
Although the soap-opera genre may be decaying (that's according to me by the way), this Peacock release is a (surprisingly) great draw-in/marketing tool. It’s astounding how some of Days’ iconic characters are still conversation starters, fifty-seven years after the show debuted on television.
*NBC’s Days of Our Lives (USA, Syndicated) is Enzer’s World (E.W.)’s Outstanding Soap-Opera for the 9th E.W. Year, 2021.
The Kardashians are back on TV, trying to replicate their E! Network (USA) success on Hulu (USA). Only time will tell if Kris Jenner and company will succeed once more.
NBC’s American Song Contest (USA, Syndicated) is so cool! Based on the Eurovision Song Contest (Syndicated) last held in the Netherlands, the show pits contestants from all U.S. states and territories in a battle to find America’s favorite song as performed and written by the contestants. A couple of well-known singers including Sisqo, Jewel, and Michael Bolton are also participants. It’s a great family show, for sure!
*Eurovision Song Contest is the 9th E.W. Recognitions’ Outstanding Reality Series – Singing.
HOTTER:
Who knows if ABC’s Queens (USA, Syndicated) will get a second season?
The show’s last episode of the first season didn’t leave much to be excited about so…, so it's all up in the air.
CBS’ The Grammys (USA, Syndicated) aired live from Las Vegas and were once again hosted by comedian, Trevor Noah.
The glitzy affair was not a disappointment, the producers upped their game! Hopefully, the next ceremony will be even better.
*CBS’ The Grammys is the 9th E.W. Recognitions’ Outstanding Televised Event – Awards.
Nickelodeon’s The Kids’ Choice Awards 2022 (USA, Syndicated), BET’s The NAACP Image Awards 2022 (USA, Syndicated), The Film BAFTAs 2022 (UK, BBC One) and ABC’s The Oscars 2022 (USA, Syndicated) are other televised events to check out.
The second season of HBO Max’s The Flight Attendant (USA, Syndicated) is now streaming!
I had my doubts, but those doubts are slowly getting squashed.
Way to go Steve Yockey!
James Corden has signed on for one more season of CBS’ The Late Late Show (USA, Syndicated). The funnyman is leaving the show after eight years as host. I have no idea who could replace him. Do you?
*CBS’ The Late Late Show is the 9th E.W. Recognitions’ Outstanding Reality Series – Talk/Chat.
Ellen is also retiring! Well, that did not send much of a shock-wave considering that a lot of the backstage drama had been publicly exposed months before the announcement of The Ellen DeGeneres Show (USA, Syndicated) cancellation.
Anyways, the feel-good show that has been on the air for nineteen seasons will air its last episodes this May. I can’t say I won't miss daytime TV with Ellen, so #HalfSadFace, I guess.
*Ellen DeGeneres is E.W. Queer’s Top Celeb on TV for the 9th E.W. Year, 2021.
Other series to catch on TV:
- Bridgerton (USA, Netflix)
- Dynasty (USA, The CW)
- HBO’s Euphoria (USA, Syndicated)
- ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy (USA, Syndicated)
- Pieces of Her (USA, Netflix)
- HBO Max’s Raised by Wolves (USA, Syndicated)
- Riverdale (USA, The CW)
- The CW’s Superman & Lois (USA, Syndicated)
- NBC’s This Is Us (USA, Syndicated)
- The River (South Africa, 1 Magic)
- The Graham Norton Show (UK, BBC One)
- Global’s Big Brother (Canada, Syndicated)
- NBC’s Weakest Link (USA, Syndicated)
- The Today Show (USA, NBC)
- CBS’s The Late Show (USA, Syndicated)
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (USA, Syndicated)
- Comedy Central’s The Daily Show (USA, Syndicated)
- The Courtship (USA, NBC)
- The Chase (USA, ABC)
- Pass The Mic (USA, BET)
- Maury (USA, Syndicated)
- March (USA, The CW)
- Last Week Tonight (USA, HBO)
- Coming Out Colton (USA, Netflix)
- ABC’s American Idol (USA, Syndicated)
- CBS’ 60 Minutes (USA, Syndicated)
WEB TV:
Planetshakers Online Church (Australia, Syndicated) is streaming live every Sunday, and you should #totally check it out!
The sermons, the music - the production is just kicky. There’s no better way to spend a lovely Sunday afternoon.
Other series to catch:
- 60 Minutes Overtime (USA, Online)
Don’t miss out on E.W.’s T.V. Moments on Blogger, Twitter, and Facebook! Use the hashtag #EWTVMoments to find all of the selected videos.
A.I. UPDATE:
The 20th Season of ABC’s American Idol (USA, Syndicated) is sorta living up to the hype, hey.
Where do I even begin?
The contestants this year are amazing. They all perform like pros, live show after live show.
However, I do have a few favorites:-
Nicolina who I believe is beyond talented. She should win, even though she’s from Canada, lol.
HunterGirl has that x-factor. I think she’s marketable and that a lot of record labels or key people will be interested in working with her.
Fritz seems like a great personality and winning could be his American Dream Come True.
Christian is just lovable. Every time he performs I pay attention. I’m attentive. That could work in his favor.
Jay and Mike (who was eliminated recently) are probably the two most good-looking people contesting. Umm, there you go.
Those six stand out for me. Hopefully one of those six wins it all.
What about the production?
The producers succeeded at incorporating the 20th Anniversary theme without overshadowing the contestants (and even the judges). It's not too much of this or that, it's just balanced.
Oh, one more thing: I feel like it might be time to refresh the judging panel. *hides*
Don't get me wrong, I like the current trio (Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, Lionel Ritchie) but it kinda seems like they are losing that excitement, that vigor, the purpose they initially exuded. I don’t know, maybe it's just me.
Because I mean, if you take a look at the finalists they picked for Season 20, you’d punch me in the face for suggesting a refresh.
#EnzerLovesIdol
E.W. GLOBAL:
60 Minutes (Australia, Nine Network) like its sister series, CBS’s 60 Minutes (USA, Syndicated) is an informative and investigative journalism series that provides insights and commentary on topical matters, and interviews with relevant persons.
Everything, from interviews with families of victims to features on political issues, is covered.
Yea, that can never get old.
*60 Minutes (Australia, Nine Network) is E.W. Global’s Outstanding Reality Series – Lifestyle Magazine for the 9th E.W. Year, 2021.
Other series to catch:
- The Black Door (South Africa, e)
- Big Brother Mzansi (South Africa, Mzansi Magic)
- Big Brother VIP (Albania, Top Channel)
- Byron Bay (Australia, Netflix)
- Canada’s Got Talent (Canada, Citytv)
- Carte Blanche (South Africa, M-Net)
- Dad Cook-Off (Botswana, Syndicated)
- Dancing with the Stars (Australia, Seven Network)
- Date My Family (South Africa, Mzansi Magic)
- EU-AU Summit (Belgium, Syndicated)
- Faith TV’s Faith Revival (South Africa, Syndicated)
- Faith TV’s Faith Today (South Africa, Syndicated)
- Faith TV’s Faith Worship (South Africa, Syndicated)
- ZBC’s Good Morning Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe, Syndicated)
- MasterChef (South Africa, M-Net)
- The Globe (South Africa, SABC News)
- The Great Canadian Baking Show (Canada, CBC)
- Unpacked (South Africa, S3)
- We Are Black and British (UK, BBC Two)
- Scandal! (South Africa, e)
- Heartstopper (UK, Netflix)
- Love Me (Australia, BINGE)
THROWBACK:
FOX’s Glee (USA, Syndicated): a Ryan Murphy staple that up to this day, has provided the only television soundtrack I listen to regularly, has to be one of television's GOATs.
This musical series revolves around a group of quirky high schoolers and their journey to finding their adulthood purpose, all beginning at their High School’s Glee Club sessions.
Forget all the negative media publicity; just sit back, relax and binge on what was once a hit television series about ordinary McKinley High Students and Staff.
#EnzerLovesGlee #TotallyBingeworthy
DAILY INSPIRATION
“Lives of great men all remind us we can make our lives sublime. And departing, leave behind us footprints in the sands of time.”
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s famous words are as meaningful now as when they were originally written.
Nelson Mandela is quoted as follows:
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.
We ask ourselves: ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?’
Actually, who are you not to be?
You are a child of God. Your playing small does not service the world.
There is nothing enlightening about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.
We are born to manifest the glory of God that is within us.
It’s not just in some of us – it’s in everyone and as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we’re liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
#TransformYourLife
SPEAK OUT
#Quotes:
“No man or woman of the humblest sort can really be strong, gentle and good, without the world being better for it, without somebody being helped and comforted by the very existence of that goodness.” – PHILLIPS BROOKS
“Let us then be up and doing with a heart for any fate. Still achieving, still pursuing...to labor and to wait.” - HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW
“He who cherishes a beautiful vision, a lofty ideal in his heart, will one day realize it. Dream lofty dreams and as you dream so shall you become...” - JAMES ALLEN
“Nothing is as real as a dream. The world can change around you, but your dream will not. Responsibilities need not erase it. Duties need not obscure it. Because the dream is within you, no one can take it away.” - TOM CLANCY
“I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” - ALBERT EINSTEIN
“A childlike man is not a man whose development has been arrested. On the contrary, he is a man who has given himself a chance of continuing to develop long after most adults have muffled themselves in the cocoon of middle-aged habit and convention.” - ALDOUS HUXLEY
“Life is no brief candle to me. It is sort of a splendid torch which I have got hold of for a moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” - GEORGE BERNARD SHAW
“I slept and dreamed that life was joy. I woke and saw that life was but service. I served and understood that service was joy.” - RABINDRANATH TAGORE
“Invariably when asked the source of their knowledge and power, the truly powerful will reply: It is not my power. What little power I have is but a minute expression of a far greater power. I am merely a conduit. It is not my power at all.” - M. SCOTT PECK
“Nothing great has ever been achieved except by those who dare believed something inside them was superior to circumstances.” - BRUCE BARTON
MUSIC SPOT
That signature look of hers, coupled with her mad singing skills and showbiz appeal made Jessie J the IT GIRL of the 2010s.
She made inspirational pop cool and mainstream. Though her art later matured into a more soulful/RnB sound, her initial image will always be her defining moment in music; because it DID set her apart from the pack.
Did I mention how impressive her vocal ability is? #JadoreJessieJ
Songs we like by Jessie J as a lead artist:
- Do It Like a Dude
- Price Tag (ft. B.o.B)
- Nobody's Perfect
- Who's Laughing Now
- Domino
- Who You Are
- Laserlight (ft. David Guetta)
- Wild (ft. Big Sean, Dizzee Rascal)
- It's My Party
- Thunder
- Bang Bang (with Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj)
- Burnin' Up (ft. 2 Chainz)
- Masterpiece
- Flashlight
- Think About That
- Not My Ex
- Queen
- Weaponry (with Mike Posner)
- I Want Love
- Can't Take My Eyes Off You
THESE ALBUMS ROCK!:
Therapy (Anne-Marie)
SONGS WE LIKE: Don’t Play (with KSI, Digital Farm Animals); Kiss My “Uh-Oh” (with Little Mix); Our Song (with Niall Horan); Way Too Long (with Nathan Dawe, MoStack); Beautiful; Birthday;
ALBUM NAME: Oh okay.
ALBUM COVER ART: 4/5.
FEMULINE Reloaded (Todrick Hall)
SONGS WE LIKE: Queen; Fashon; Rainin’ Fellas; Boys In The Ocean; Rainbow Reign;
ALBUM NAME: Hmmm...
ALBUM COVER ART: 4/5.
Keys (Alicia Keys)
SONGS WE LIKE: Best of Me; Old Memories; Lala (ft. Swae Lee); Come for Me (ft. Khalid, Lucky Daye);
ALBUM NAME: Not bad.
ALBUM COVER ART: 4/5.
Familia (Camila Cabello)
SONGS WE LIKE: Bam Bam (ft. Ed Sheeran); Don’t Go Yet;
ALBUM NAME: Aww, cute.
ALBUM COVER ART: 3/5.
BUZZING MUSIC VIDEOS OF NOW:
- As It Was (Harry Styles)
- When You're Gone (Shawn Mendes)
- City of Gods "Part II" (Alicia Keys)
- WOW Remix (Zara Larsson ft. Sabrina Carpenter)
View all of E.W.’s top music videos right now by simply typing in:
‘MUSIC SPOT #SongOfTheDay’
…into your Twitter and/or Facebook Search Bar(s) (and then click ‘Search’) and all of the tweets and/or posts will appear on your screen.
To find new music videos, cover versions, classics, lyric videos, acoustic versions or live performances type in:
‘MUSIC SPOT #FreshVideo’
Or
‘MUSIC SPOT #CoverSongOfTheDay’
Or
‘MUSIC SPOT #Classic’
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‘MUSIC SPOT #LyricVideo’
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‘MUSIC SPOT #Live’
Listen to all of the recently shared songs, songs trending on E.W. and some of the E.W. Recognitions’ winning songs on E.W. Radio's Spotify Page, right now at: E.W. Radio Spotify Playlist
#EWRadio #ListenWhile
There's also many more E.W. playlists to check out at: E.W. on Spotify
FLICK PICK
I am a huge fan of the Scream (USA, Syndicated) Series.
I think I have watched all of the movies (that’s the first one and all sequels) and the television adaptations. So, I’m definitely on my way to becoming Scream’s ultimate fan, lol.
The release of the latest movie in the franchise (titled Scream), was unexpected. Yea, I must have been living under a rock.
But I was glad that somebody thought of reviving the series ten years after the release of the last sequel - now that’s just great timing.
Lord, I was even more of a horror movie fanatic after watching that!
A prequel is currently in the works, so catch up fast. #Totally
Happiness Ever After (South Africa, Netflix) is a movie about a trio of girlfriends that are spiritedly searching for true love (or at least the right formula).
All that is well ends well because each of the ladies does end up finding satisfactory answers, just like in every other rom-com.
A Naija Christmas (Nigeria, Netflix) is a comedy about a set of siblings that are challenged to settle down before Christmas Day so that their dearest mother finds peace and recovers well after she’s hospitalized.
If that is not a good enough reason for you to give the movie a chance, I don't know what is.
#AGreatStartForTheNigerianChristmasMovieMakingClan
IN THE NEWS
And now for the depressing part (of life)...
The Russo-Ukrainian War has turned the world upside down.
Just when many thought that the success in mitigating the effects of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak was the beginning of better days, the Russian Government decided to take diplomatic matters into their own hands by attacking neighboring Ukraine.
The issue I have with such conflicts is that innocent civilians are affected first, if not always. As much as war (i.e. World War 3) may be the only plausible solution, the impact is debilitating to society (hence the sanctions).
Call me naive...
SOCIAL MEDIA
Who’s Tagging E.W. on Twitter?:
THE 10TH E.W. RECOGNITIONS 2022
Yes, the 10th Annual Enzer’s World (E.W.) Independent Online Recognitions Period 2022 which commences after E.W. Day, will include the announcement of honorees in categories such as the coveted Outstanding Fictional Television Series Recognition, Best Music Album Recognition, and Best Pop Music Act Recognition, Top Celebrity Eye Candy Recognitions, and Outstanding Passenger Airline Recognitions amongst many more honors.
In addition, and as part of E.W.’s 10th Anniversary celebrations, an event to honor the best Content, Brands, and Personalities of the First Decade through the awarding of Recognitions has been scheduled. This means that content, brands, and personalities that have scooped the most recognitions over the past decade will receive honorary nods before the end of this year’s E.W. Recognitions Period.
Keep following E.W. to stay updated on all that.
E.W.’s 10TH ANNIVERSARY
E.W. celebrates a total of ten years in existence this 10th E.W. Year, 2021 – 2022!
As part of the celebrations, E.W. is curating online playlists featuring content, brands, and personalities that have truly made it all worthwhile over the last decade, as well as music and performances that will get us into the partying mood/spirit.
And guess what? The year-long activity is (still) ongoing!
Yes, you gotta agree that our countdown to 2022’s E.W. Day deserves a special year-long feast for the eyes.
So, to stay in the loop about what will be playlisted, visit E.W.’s Youtube Page where you’ll find the Youtube 10th Anniversary Playlists, and many other playlists. Find the link below:
All additions and subtractions will stop on the 22nd of June 2022, where-after the playlists will be officially released.
Also, don’t miss out on the release of additional celebratory playlists featuring E.W. Recognitions winning music and artists from each previous E.W. Year.
And (as you might’ve expected) the announcement of the song selected to be E.W.'s 10th Anniversary Song, will also happen before the end of the current E.W. Year.
Let me know if you’ve figured out which song that might be. If you don’t have an idea yet, head on over to E.W. Radio’s Spotify Playlist page and try your best bet at guessing the song that has been selected as the 10th Anniversary Song.
Plus, don’t miss the official announcement of the Best Content, Brands, and Personalities of the First Decade happening as part of the celebrations and before the close of the upcoming E.W. Recognitions Period (as mentioned in the last section).
Share your excitement for E.W.’s 10th Anniversary if you haven’t done so already.
#EW10thAnniversary #TotallyTEN
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E.W. DAY 2022
In case you are still unaware, E.W. is celebrating its 10th Birthday on June 23rd.
I just want to express my gratitude to all of the E.W. followers and blog readers. Thank you for even taking at least a minute to immerse yourselves in my little world over here.
You know what they say: time flies when you’re having fun.
Here’s to another awesome E.W. Year!
‘til Next Time
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