Good News: The NY Times proclaims David Letterman is back, trouncing Conan in total viewers last week, 4.4 million versus 2.5. Bad News: And to think, all it took was the stepping down of longtime rival Jay Leno and Governor Palin, the death of Michael Jackson, an Emmy nod and a historic return by Sir Paul McCartney to the Ed Sullivan Theater. [Source]
Good News: Casting is well underway for FUTURAMA’s return to the small screen. Bad News: Make that re-casting is well underway, with 20th Century Fox posting a casting notice to replace original voice talents John DiMaggio, Phil LaMarr, Maurice LaMarche, Billy West and Katy Sagal after failing to come to terms on salary. [Source]
Good News: Researchers have established a ‘no-brainer’ link between television and overeating after studying a group of boys who watched THE SIMPSONS while eating a pizza lunch. Bad News: For this pizza loving TV Addict. We’re just sayin’. [Source]