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I just saw where ESPN's other "entertainment show" had several people commenting on it and I didn't want this one to feel slighted in the least. When ESPN announced they were debuting some new shows in 2002, I like many hard-core ESPN and sports fanatics, were skeptical to say the least. My skepticism turned to apathy when I heard Max Kellerman would be the host. From what I knew of Max, he would turn up every time a major bout took place in the world of boxing (and he is a regular on Friday Night Fights on ESPN), and I found him extremely annoying. Some may still after viewing the show, but I have done a 180 turn on Max. He is wonderful in his position as the host as he keeps it moving and manages to be funny and fresh as well. What really makes the show, however, is the panelists, who are journalist for major newspapers around the country. It is enlightening to get views on sports from different coasts and time zones from the men who cover it daily. After experimenting with several different panelists, they seem to have found 4 regulars and they are Woody Paige(Denver Post), Jay Mariotti(Chicago Sun-Times),Bill Plascke(Los Angeles Times),and Bob Ryan(Boston Globe). Michael Holley(Boston Globe),Kevin Blackistone(Dallas Morning News),J.A. Adande(Los Angeles Times),and Michael Smith(Boston Globe) also appear at times. Each one has their own characteristics and traits that make them unique. Woody's humor and mispronouncing of words make me smile after a long day, and Jay Mariotti is almost always right on the money in my opinion. These guys argue or debate topics in the sports and entertainment worlds and garner points for good answers,and are muted for bad ones. Guys are elimintated until a one-on-one showdown determines a winner, who in turn gets 15 seconds of face time to say whatever he likes. But after watching one time, you'll see the points system isn't important. Well, I've said enough I guess but I really wonder why ESPN didn't think of this show sooner. I know for a fact it is a hit among college males and people of the 18-49 demographic. Several people I talk to are regular viewers and can't miss a day. The only thing that sucks is that ESPN continues to air these golf tournaments that 90% of the people could care less about and that causes this show to be preempted at times. All in all folks if you are a fan of sports or missed the previous days stories regarding not only sports,but music,tv,and movies as well,then this is the show for you. And remember, "it's out of bounds where it's all in-bounds".

Woody Paige: Why do always have to be the one to straighten you guys out?

For a fan who has been watching this show since they were 5 and are now 24, these past 3 months have been more than interesting. I just wanted to throw in my 3 cents about Days and where it stands currently. The serial killer storyline is nice way to go as it involves the entire cast in some way shape or form. I am not thrilled with the firings of James Reynolds(Abe), Matthew Ashford(Jack), Suzanne Rogers(Maggie), Alexis Thorpe(Cassie), Josh Taylor(Roman), Thaao Penglis(Tony), and Peggy McCray(Caroline). Sure to make the storyline count, you must weed out characters that are important and that will get people to watch. Face it folks if the victims were Bart(Tony's henchman),Henderson(Victor's butler),or Celeste(Fortune-teller and Lexie's mom), would we really care and get into it? I'll let you answer that one. But to kill them all in rapid-fire time is kinda odd. It isn't letting characters react and mourn the loss of one specific character which is what each one of them deserves. But, we are supposed to see who the killer is January so at least it isn't being dragged out for a year or so like previous storylines. Also, why kill off Jack when Jack and Jennifer fans just got to see them reunited at a beautiful wedding? If you were going to kill him off, you shouldn't have built it up that Jack&Jen were going to be a vital part of the show. And where is Kayla during the death of her mother,Caroline? All the other Brady children are present. Surely they could have worked a deal with Mary Beth Evans(Kayla)for even 2 days of taping. And the killing of Cassie is just weird to be honest with you. I mean, she and Rex have been pushed to the forefront since they arrived last year and now she's riding off into the sunset. Just so nobody thinks I'm all negative, I do have some good things to say about Days. I love the fact that characters like Mickey,Shawn(grandpa,not Shawn D),and Celeste are getting some screen time. They were on the backburner for so long. Also,this slowly but maybe surely, budding romance between Lucas and Sami has been entertaining so far. They are planting tiny seeds that hint at a hook-up somewhere down the road. The return of Jan Spears in questionable, but at least it creates possibilities. And last, but not least, let me commend Days for letting the terminated actors really shine on their way out. Some of their finest work in years has been done in the past 3 months. Gotta love the flashbacks of old scenes as well.

Oh and by the way..just a few suggestions:

Bring back: Patch and Kayla, Carrie and Mike, and in my wildest dreams Lawrence and Carly Don't bring back: Eric, Brandon, and Austin(if you do bring back Patrick Muldoon)

Thanks for reading and feel free to post your responses. The arguing starts..........now!

Upon hearing about a year ago that Brendan Frasier had signed on for another cartoon movie, I was more than thrilled. I knew anything with Looney Tunes would be 100 times better than that Monkeybone drivel( Less than 10 million at the box office,anyone?). As many others have stated, I also grew up on the Looney Tunes and cherish those classic shorts. This movie brought me back to that. Yes, there was enough explosions and action to keep the tots interested, but with all the background proceedings and pop-culture references this one was really great for adults too. Bugs and Daffy seemed to have more of an edge to them as though they have matured through the years. The cameos of Bill Goldberg,Batman,Heather Locklear,Jeff Gordon,Roger Corman,and so many more helped this movie flow so quickly as you are constantly waiting for all the sight gags and quips. Great flick which to me has great re-watch value and like Who Framed Roger Rabbit, will always provide fun and something new in case you missed it the first go-around.

P.S. Loved the fact Joe Dante,the director of Gremlins was pegged to do this film. He's always been one of my favs.