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Link: ‘Schitt’s Creek’: Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara and Dan Levy talk new CBC comedy

From Bill Harris of the Toronto Sun:

I had a philosophical reaction to Schitt’s Creek.

Remember how legendary comedian George Carlin used to talk about the importance of “stuff?”

“That’s the whole meaning of life, isn’t it?” Carlin would say. “Trying to find a place for your stuff. If you didn’t have so much stuff, you wouldn’t need a house.” Continue reading.

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Tonight: Heartland, Life Story, Lost Girl, Timber Kings

Heartland, CBC – “The Heart of A River”
With the fate of the wild horses hanging in the balance, Amy and Ty find themselves drawing closer as they make a desperate bid to save them. Meanwhile, Lou and Peter set aside their differences and form a united front against trumped up child endangerment charges. And Georgie is shattered when someone from her past threatens her future at Heartland.

Life Story, CBC – “First Steps”
From the moment they are born, every animal on the planet begins the same great and perilous journey – life. Like us, animals have to overcome both the struggle to reach adulthood and the unpredictable challenges thrown at them by their environment, their enemies and even their own families. Told from the perspective of individual animals, this captivating series follows the journey from birth to parenthood.

Lost Girl, Showcase – “Clear Eyes, Fae Hearts”
Bo and Tamsin infiltrate the world of college football to investigate a homicide that might expose the Fae. Dyson investigates a murder victim who won’t stay dead.

Timber Kings, HGTV – “Trial by Fire”
In foggy Newfoundland, Peter builds a duck-hunting cabin and gets initiated into island culture. Meanwhile, Bryan Jr. renovates the patio at the local pub — wrangling oversized logs and the client’s oversized personality. At the yard, Joel and Nellie feel the heat, as local firefighters teach them how to protect their multimillion-dollar log pile.

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Link: Orphan Black’s Clone Club facing new threats

From Natalie Abrams of Entertainment Weekly:

‘Orphan Black’: What new threats will the Clone Club face in season 3?
Orphan Black will have several new foes in the third season, but the scariest of the bunch may just be one of the male clones, Rudy (Ari Millen), otherwise known as Scarface. Continue reading.

From Marisa Roffman of the Hollywood Reporter:

‘Orphan Black’ Co-Creator, Stars on the New Male Clones
When Orphan Black returns for its third season, the clone dynamic will be getting a major shake-up: as the show revealed in the season two finale, there are a gaggle of male clones (played by Ari Millen) out there. Continue reading.

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Tonight: Chopped Canada

Chopped Canada, Food Network Canada – Season 2 premiere
Chopped Canada’s sophomore season features a hearty new batch of Canadian competitors who have to turn baskets of mystery ingredients into gourmet dishes. Each episode begins with four ambitious chefs and course-by-course, one competitor is chopped from the competition until only one remains and walks away with $10,000 and the title of Chopped Canada champion.

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Link: Schitt’s Creek: Far Better Than Its Name

From James Bawden:

I wasn’t even sure I wanted to watch the previews of Schitt’s Creek which CBC sent my way. I mean the title is terribly off putting but eventually curiosity got the better of this TV critic and I watched three episodes one after the other, barely pausing for a cup of tea.

And you know what?

At times this sitcom starring Eugene and Dan Levy and Catherine O’Hara is funny and crazy as hell. Continue reading.

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