Greg Staffa

I provide testosterone to the site. You won’t be reading about how nice a actress looks in a dress or how much of a hunk Matt Bomer is in my reviews. I describe colors using words like brown, not taupe. My twitter name is @staffaroadtrip because I love road trips and have done two different 48-state road trips since 2008. My favorite show is White Collar.

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  1. Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. – “Providence” Retrospective. Agents of Nothing? — 5 comments
  2. Eating Peter’s Cake. Retrospective: White Collar – “One Last Stakeout” — 4 comments
  3. Grint-Grunt. Review: Psych – “Lock, Stock, Some Smoking Barrels and Burton Guster’s Goblet of Fire” — 3 comments
  4. White Collar Season 6 Premiere – “Borrowed Time” Spoiler-Free Advance Review. — 3 comments
  5. Cake Mix. Review: Psych – “No Trout About It” — 2 comments

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Nov 24 2015

Fargo – “Did You Do This? No, You Did It!” Recap. Manifest Destiny.

<i>Fargo</i> - “Did You Do This? No, You Did It!” Recap. Manifest Destiny. 1

“Did You Do This? No, You Did It!” opens with a bang, literally, as the war between the Gerhardts and the Kansas City mafia reaches a critical level. Set to “Locomotive Breath” by Jethro Tull, a montage of assassinations on both sides shows how out of control the fight has become. Will the remaining cooler heads be able to negotiate peace or will things continue to escalate until only one side is left standing?

Nov 23 2015

FX Orders Third Installment of Fargo

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FX has announced a third installment of Noah Hawley’s award-winning limited series Fargo. Little is known about where and when the third season will take place but it’s safe to assume there will be murder and mayhem.

Nov 19 2015

The Goldbergs – “In Conclusion, Thanksgiving” Recap. Ninja Pilgrim.

The Goldbergs – “In Conclusion, Thanksgiving” Recap. Ninja Pilgrim. 3

Thanksgiving on The Goldbergs is here again and in keeping with tradition, it means one thing—the return of Uncle Marvin (Dan Fogler). Beverly (Wendi McLendon-Covey) tries to persuade Murray (Jeff Garlin) to invite Pop Pop (Judd Hirsch) to dinner. Will Marvin’s visit create chaos or will the holiday meal be a peaceful and thankful time for family?

Nov 16 2015

Fargo – “Rhinoceros” Recap. Jailbreak.

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Pleading he is the victim, Ed (Jesse Plemons) is taken into custody for his involvement in the attack at the butcher shop. Lou (Patrick Wilson) isn’t in the mood to hear excuses, having already given both Peggy (Kirsten Dunst) and Ed a chance to come clean. Charlie (Allan Dobrescu) is also arrested for his part in the botched assassination attempt on Ed.

Nov 15 2015

Jim Henson’s Turkey Hollow, A Lifetime Original Movie – Review. Gobble Gobble.

<i>Jim Henson’s Turkey Hollow</i>, A Lifetime Original Movie – Review. Gobble Gobble. 5

In 1968, Jim Henson, along with his writing partner Jerry Juhl, wrote a screenplay for a Thanksgiving special titled “The Musical Monsters of Turkey Hollow.” Henson created the puppets and his daughters Lisa and Cheryl operated the creatures during a screen test.

Nov 12 2015

The Goldbergs – “Lucky” Recap. Secret of Womanhood.

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Growing up, my family never had pets, not even a fish. Turns out Murray (Jeff Garlin) has a no pet policy similar to the one my parents had but with one slight difference. Instead of telling Barry (Troy Gentile) no as a child, he was told the family couldn’t get a dog because he’s deathly allergic to them. Watching Barry and Murray go at it after Barry finally learns the truth following a near death experience involving a smothering of puppy kisses is hilarious.

Nov 10 2015

Fargo – “The Gift of the Magi” Review. Butcher of Luverne.

<i>Fargo</i> – “The Gift of the Magi” Review. Butcher of Luverne. 7

Tension escalates between the Gerhardts and the Kansas City mafia (KC mafia) after negotiations fall apart. As both sides prepare for war, Peggy (Kirsten Dunst) and Ed (Jesse Plemons) try to figure out what to do after learning the Gerhardt family might be onto them. Meanwhile, Lou’s (Patrick Wilson) investigation is put on hold when he is assigned to escort a politician passing through the state.

Nov 04 2015

USA Network Sets January Premieres For Smackdown®, Colony, and Suits

USA Network Sets January Premieres For <i>Smackdown®</i>, <i>Colony</i>, and <i>Suits</i> 8

USA network has announced the January premiere dates for the WWE powerhouse Smackdown, as well as new series Colony, and the second half of season five of the hit series, Suits. What will become of Mike Ross (Patrick J Adams) who was arrested for conspiracy to commit fraud?

Nov 03 2015

Fargo – “Fear and Trembling” Review. Peace or War.

<i>Fargo</i> - “Fear and Trembling” Review. Peace or War. 9

The deadline approaches for Floyd (Jean Smart) and the rest of the Gerhardt family to decide whether to accept the offer by the Kansas City Mafia or face all-out war. Can the two sides come to an agreement, or will Dodd’s (Jeffrey Donovan) temper wreak havoc on the negotiations? Meanwhile, Ohanzee (Zahn McClarnon) inches closer to figuring out what happened to Rye (Kieran Culkin).

Oct 29 2015

The Goldbergs – “Couples Costume” Recap. Mork and Indy.

<i>The Goldbergs</i> – “Couples Costume” Recap. Mork and Indy. 10

Beverly’s (Wendi McLendon-Covey) tradition of wearing a Halloween costume that complements whatever Adam (Sean Giambrone) designs for himself is in jeopardy when Adam’s girlfriend Dana (Natalie Alyn Lind) visits from Seattle.

Oct 27 2015

Fargo – “The Myth of Sisyphus” Recap. The Standoffs.

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Unaware of Rye’s (Kieran Culkin) fate, the race to find him intensifies as the mafia, police, and his family all try to find him first. With the body disposed of, one wonders if the tension will calm down over time or continue to escalate. Given Fargo’s history, it’s safe to assume the latter.

Oct 22 2015

The Goldbergs – “Boy Barry” Recap. The Mug Rug.

The Goldbergs – “Boy Barry” Recap. The Mug Rug. 12

The bromance between Murray (Jeff Garlin) and his friend Bill (David Koechner) reaches a new level when Bill convinces Murray to grow a mustache like his. The confidence that comes with Murray’s added facial hair doesn’t sit well with Beverly (Wendi McLendon-Covey), especially when Murray starts making his own decisions and ignoring her input. Will Beverly win back Murray’s attention or will the power of the ‘stache’ prove to be too much?

Oct 20 2015

Fargo – Next on: The Myth of Sisyphus.

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The Gerhardts’ search for Rye intensifies, Lou (Patrick Wilson) takes a trip to Fargo, and Peggy (Kirsten Dunst) overhears a new theory about the Waffle Hut shooter.

Oct 19 2015

Fargo – “Before the Law” Review. 100% Grade A Ground Beef.

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With Otto (Michael Hogan) recovering from his stroke and Rye (Kieran Culkin) nowhere to be found, the Gerhardt crime family is ripe for the picking. Sensing blood in the water, Joe Bulo (Brad Garrett), a representative of the Kansas City mafia, and his enforcers, Mike Milligan (Bokeem Woodbine) and the Kitchen brothers (Todd and Brad Mann), head to Minnesota to discuss a proposal with the Gerhardts. Will the family take the offer or will it lead to an all-out war between the two parties?

Oct 19 2015

Supergirl Series Premiere – “Pilot” Spoiler Free Advance Review. Up, Up, and Away.

<i>Supergirl</i> Series Premiere - “Pilot” Spoiler Free Advance Review. Up, Up, and Away. 15

Despite the marketing of a series that is skewed towards a younger audience, Supergirl is a show for all ages. Although girl power is a strong theme, the show is more about finding the courage within, which is something everyone can relate to.

Oct 15 2015

The Goldbergs – “I Caddyshacked the Pool” Recap. Beautiful Wall of Deliciousness.

<i>The Goldbergs</i> – “I Caddyshacked the Pool” Recap. Beautiful Wall of Deliciousness. 16

Adam (Sean Giambrone) isn’t the only one embarrassed about recent bodily changes as both the boys and girls in his class are forced to face their pubescent nightmare – school swim class. If that isn’t bad enough, Adam’s insecurities put him at risk of failing physical education. Will Adam be able to face his fear and pass gym?

Oct 08 2015

The Goldbergs – “Jimmy 5 is Alive” Review. A Learning Based Project.

<i>The Goldbergs</i> – “Jimmy 5 is Alive” Review. A Learning Based Project. 17

They say memories last forever; unfortunately, the same can’t be said for memories recorded on a VHS tape. Barry (Troy Gentile) learns this lesson the hard way after accidentally erasing a tape Beverly (Wendi McLendon-Covey) recorded of his fifth birthday. Will Barry be able to fix things or will the recorded memories be erased forever?

Oct 07 2015

Fargo Season Premiere – “Waiting for Dutch” Review. Murder, Mayhem, UFOs?

<i>Fargo</i> Season Premiere - “Waiting for Dutch” Review. Murder, Mayhem, UFOs? 18

One fateful wintery night in a small Minnesota town in 1979, the Gerhardt and Blomquist families cross paths leaving behind a trail of blood and mayhem. As the body count rises, police officer Lou Solverson (Patrick Wilson) and Sheriff Hank Larsson (Ted Danson) are called in to investigate. The bloodbath means only one thing — the return of Noah Hawley’s Emmy® winning series Fargo.

Oct 01 2015

Fargo Waffle Wagon Coming to a Town Near You

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To celebrate its return to FX, Fargo is giving you a taste of my home state of Minnesota with a fresh serving of waffles.

Sep 30 2015

The Goldbergs – “A Chorus Lie” Review. The School Musical.

<i>The Goldbergs</i> – “A Chorus Lie” Review. The School Musical. 20

Every now and then something happens away from the camera that’s so shocking a television series is forced to address it. Sometimes, it’s the death of an actor that forces the writers to make sudden changes to a story line in order to explain why a character is gone.

Sep 30 2015

Dr. Ken Series Premiere – “Pilot” Review. Dr. in the House.

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ABC’s new comedy Dr. Ken revolves around the life and times of physician Ken Park (Ken Jeong) as he tries to find a balance between work and life at home with his wife Allison (Suzy Nakamura) and their two children, Molly (Krista Marie Yu) and Dave (Albert Tsai).

Sep 24 2015

The Goldbergs – “A Kick-Ass Risky Business Party” Review. Tom Cruising

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When Lainey’s (AJ Michalka) father Bill (David Koechner) heads out of town for business, Barry (Troy Gentile) and Erica (Hayley Orrantia) know it can only mean one thing—party at Lainey’s house.

Sep 21 2015

Grandfathered Series Premiere – “Pilot” Spoiler Free Advance Review. Cat’s in the Cradle

<i>Grandfathered</i> Series Premiere - “Pilot” Spoiler Free Advance Review. Cat’s in the Cradle 23

Jimmy Martino (John Stamos) has everything going for him; he’s suave, handsome, the most eligible bachelor in town, and the owner of one of the most popular restaurants in the city. The only thing missing is the one thing Jimmy doesn’t think he needs or wants — a family.

Sep 21 2015

Robin Lord Taylor Talks about Gotham’s Second Season.

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During a conference call on September 18, Robin Lord Taylor spoke about what fans can expect during the upcoming second season of the hit show Gotham, which returns to Fox tonight.

Sep 15 2015

The Bastard Executioner – “Pilot” Review. Blood, Blood and Blood.

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Set in Wales during the 14th century, The Bastard Executioner (TBX) is the tale of Wilkin Brattle (Lee Jones), a knight in King Edward’s (unseen) army. Upon his return from war, Brattle vows to lay down his sword to focus on life with his expectant wife Petra (Elen Rhys). But when violence finds him, Brattle must choose to keep his vow or seek vengeance.

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