CBS Launches Fall Preview iPad App


[Press Release] September 1, 2011: CBS, America’s most watched network, has launched a free CBS Fall Preview iPad app, the first-of-its-kind, which gives iPad users a unique look at the Network’s new fall drama series UNFORGETTABLE, PERSON OF INTEREST and A GIFTED MAN, as well as its new comedy series 2 BROKE GIRLS and HOW TO BE A GENTLEMAN.

This CBS Fall Preview app is now available here from the App Store or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore.

The CBS Fall Preview app’s unique iPad experience includes the following features:

● In-depth Previews: Includes special previews and behind-the-scenes videos of the new CBS line-up, as well as exclusive photo galleries of the shows’ casts.

● Unique, Integrated Video Elements: On the home screen, NCIS’s Pauley Perrette introduces each new show, while offering fun anecdotes about the cast, characters and storylines.

● An “Unforgettable” Memory Challenge: Gives users a fun way to test out their memory while interacting with the new series. Users also have the chance to win a new 50-inch plasma TV.

● Social Media Integration: Social media posts from the official Twitter accounts for all CBS shows are integrated directly into the app.

● CBS Fall Schedule: Gives users a look at the complete lineup on CBS this season. Calendar integration enables users to easily add the Network’s premiere and regular episode dates to their iPad calendar and share the information with friends online.

Fans without iPads can visit CBS.com for exclusive content, including videos, games, blogs and contests, for all of CBS’s new and returning series.

BluthCast Episode 3 – Bringing Up Buster

This week we discuss Bringing Up Buster with our first guest host Tabz! This week we find out how John shows his love. Someone becomes the Robin of BluthCast. Tabz explains to the newbies how to properly say, “STEVE HOLT!” And we ask one of the most important questions there is in life what exactly does the cornballer actually make? …Oh, and John hates teenage girls.

The episode description at the beginning of the episode is from TV.com

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PS: Kelly Jo here, I just want to apologize for the week delay in the podcast. Sadly Hurricane Irene does not seem to enjoy Arrested Development or BluthCast. But we’re back on our regular schedule now. STEVE HOLT!


Bazinga! The Big Bang Theory Season 4 on DVD/Blu-Ray

If you haven’t yet watched The Big Bang Theory, I suggest you do. Especially if you’re a geek (or if you want to understand the geek in your life better). The half hour comedy follows the dynamic duo Leonard (played by Johnny Galecki) and Sheldon (Jim Parsons) [along with their best friends Howard and Raj] as they go through lessons on life and love with the help of their “normal” neighbor Penny (played by Kaley Cuoco).

Season 4 was a wild ride for the boys and best friends as some of the characters start serious relationships. I like the introduction of two more female regulars in this season to give a much needed balance to the main cast. It’s surprisingly refreshing to see geeks appear to be able to have real, honest relationships both with friends and with significant others. In many ways the “geeks” of the show (Leonard especially) are show to actually make better boyfriends than the array of “normal” guys.

If you’re new to the Big Bang Theory or need a refresher before the show starts back up this fall check out the DVDs and make sure not to fall for any classic practical jokes on the way to your shopping cart.

Order your copy of The Big Bang Theory on DVD or Blu-Ray now: http://bit.ly/nAnZ5T

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Theo Teaches Systematic Theology in Cartoon Form

I grew up with Christian cartoons, from Superbook to Hanna-Barbera’s Greatest Adventure Stories from the Bible and, as I hit high school Veggie Tales. So when I was asked to review Theo I was very intrigued. The idea of teaching systematic theology with fun cartoons is very appealing because, as School House Rock can tell you, animated featurettes can sometimes teach more lasting lessons than a room full of teachers.

Theo is a very cute premise, a nice old English man who lives in a cozy cottage in the Cotswolds with two mice named — of course — Luther and Belfry. Luther and Belfry are my favorite part of the movies. Their antics add the fun part of the videos. The two episodes I watched had them acting silly, but it actually fit with the lesson for each video.

I also enjoyed the illustrated shorts (like the story of Abraham done in pop-up graphic style) and I think that it’s a resource that works really well for adults as well as kids because of the pacing and storytelling. I can see it easily setting up a message or used in a worship service. It also would be helpful in Sunday School or homeschooling settings if supplemental materials are used (discussion especially).

The theology itself and the message is sound. For those who really want to teach the fundamentals of the Christian faith, this is a great series. Again, the lessons are simple enough for children to understand, but are also ideas that work well for adults. In one episode Theo explains how the word “sin” really means “missing the mark” and that it’s an archery term. He illustrates the fact by firing a bow and arrow.

As enjoyable as the videos are there are a couple drawbacks. The series is geared towards urban kids or younger children who probably would get bored with the didactic style of the videos. There’s not enough story here to keep people engaged (though, the videos are short 5-7 minutes). I’m not entirely comfortable with the idea that theology can only be taught by older, Caucasian Englishmen. I would have liked to have seen something more universal (or at least a larger, diverse human population).

If you’d like to find out more about Theo, which is also available on iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch check it out at:  www.theopresents.com

You can also check out the first episode for free and download it at their website.

 

I was given a review copy of Theo for the purpose of reviewing on this site. The free copy does not in any way change my opinions of the product and I strive to always give honest and reliable reviews.

Vampire Diaries: Is it True?

One of the things I’ve really enjoyed about Season 2 of the Vampire Diaries is the introduction of werewolves. I know, it’s getting cliche to have vampires and werewolves together, but there’s a fun story line for werewolves (as seen in the clip above). Though werewolves were hinted at (and finally mentioned) in Season 1, they don’t make their first appearance until Season 2’s “Bad Moon Rising.” I like the different twists in mythology (like the idea that werewolves are older than vampires) and werewolves make their impression known on Season 2. I also love that they actually look like wolves (try as you might human-shaped werewolves always wind up looking campy.

Want to know more? Pre-order your copy of The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Second Season on DVD/Blu-Ray here today: http://bit.ly/mkiZtx

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Quadruple Z Episode #014 – Review of Chuck 2×11 – Chuck Versus Santa Claus

TV.com Recap:

It’s Christmas Eve and the Buy More team works on the decorations for the annual sale while watching a live car chase on TV. When Devon and Ellie come for a visit, the car chase ends at the store with the perpetrator taking everyone at the store hostage.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Leave them below or email us at betweenthelinesstudios-at-gmail.com. We’ll read them on an upcoming episode!

(Photos: Screencaps.org)

Video + Review: Millie and the Lost Key


I love ebooks for the iPad. I think they’re getting cleverer and cleverer. So I was delighted when I was able to review “Millie and the Lost Key” (the second book about the dog adventurer Millie). While I don’t have kids of my own I have a ton of kids who use my iPad on a regular basis. It’s been the best tool in combatting “long, boring adult things.” Just a couple weeks ago it was a long lunch. There’s also been long graduations, long meetings, and long bus rides. Kids love the iPad because of the tactile experience and, because of this, “Millie and the Lost Key” is an experience kids won’t soon forget.

The Interface
Millie and the Lost Key is fairly intuitive to use, though I’m glad they had the small startup instructions on how to turn pages. A lot of the pages look like their “real life” counterparts (such as pop up books) so knowing what to do on the screen is easy. The kids I’ve seen use it didn’t struggle at all. The only part I struggled with was knowing when to “scratch off” versus click on something, but soon got the hang of it.

Experience
The strength of this app is that there’s always a surprise on the next page and you can’t really tell what might come next. Where a lot of ebooks fail, Millie and the Lost Key succeeds in giving you enough variety in things to do that you’re not bored and give up halfway through. There’s things to push, pull, scratch, click and more. Plus a variety of small mini-games that help the story along.

The Story
If you’ve bought enough ebook apps you know that often an ebook is either 1) a great story or 2) a great experience, but very seldom does an ebook app give you both. I have several amazing kids books on my iPad that just make boring apps. There’s nothing visually striking about them and there’s little to click on, move or push around the screen. Thankfully Millie and the Lost Key is not only an exciting app to play with it’s also an adorably cute story.

The Price
For the amount of fun this app is, I think it’s one of the most reasonably priced kids ebooks out there. The added value is that it’s got a nice replay incentive if you’ve missed all of the hidden stickers or just want to retry to beat your score on some of the mini-games.

Bottom Line
I say buy it, it’s a fun app and is great for the kids in your life who are going to be borrowing your iPad. Plus, you can get the first book “Meet Millie” for free! Click here to find “Millie and the Lost Key” on iTunes: http://bit.ly/qm4ofG

Quadruple Z Episode #013 – Review of House 6×7 – “Teamwork”


Join Tabz, Emma and Heidi as they discuss House Season 6, Episode 7 “Teamwork.”

TV.com Review

House is finally reinstated and takes on the case of a porn star with eye pain. Meanwhile, Chase and Cameron try to resolve their relationship issues after Chase’s admission, and House tries to bring back Taub and Thirteen.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Leave them below or email us at betweenthelinesstudios-at-gmail.com. We’ll read them on an upcoming episode!

(Photos: House Fancaps)