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Justin Timberlake March 9th SNL Episode Brings Huge Ratings [VIDEO]

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:18:22 +0000

Facebook and Twitter blew up on Saturday night, talking about what many are calling the best episode of Saturday Night Live in years. The episode was hosted by Justin Timberlake, with cameos from movie stars to original SNL castmembers. I’m not a big SNL watcher — I don’t usually find most of it all that [...]

Django Unchained Lives Up to the Hype [REVIEW]

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:54:56 +0000

I’m not a huge movie person…to be honest, I usually just don’t have the attention span for them. This weekend, Duzzy asked me to finally go see Django Unchained with him…I agreed, though I was sure I wouldn’t be that into it. I forgot that Quentin Tarantino’s movies really are funny. It’s a twisted sense [...]

Jersey Shore Restaurant Week Review [PHOTOS]

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:37:19 +0000

The fall edition of Jersey Shore Restaurant Week was postponed due to Hurricane Sandy, but is on now, and offers the chance to try restaurants that might otherwise be out of reach.

So where to?

Product Review – Jif Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 17:18:02 +0000

I love Nutella.

Admittedly, it's more like an obsession, to the point where I don't buy it, because I'm likely to polish off the jar with just a spoon in the span of a few hours.

However, when I recently saw a commercial for a similar product, I knew I had to buy it...you know, in the name of RESEARCH.

Oreo's Weird New Limited Edition Flavors

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:59:23 +0000

Oh, Oreo…you’ve done it to me again. There’s something about seeing the words ‘Limited Edition’ that makes me need to try them. The newest flavors? Creamsicle and candy corn. Now, you may remember when I discussed the birthday cake Oreo cookies, that Oreos are more than the black-and-white gems you remember. There are all [...]

Creepy Coincidence During Batman Movie Added to Distraction

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:11:41 +0000

Let me first say this, I’m not really into Batman-type movies…Spiderman, Superman, I’m very “eh” about the whole comic-book-turned-movie thing. I’ve never seen Twilight either. (I know.) That said, The Dark Knight Rises was flippin’ amazing…except I was super distracted. I only went to see it because Duzzy had been asking to go for a [...]

Your Next Must-See Place at the Jersey Shore

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:06:54 +0000

I found a new spot that you have to see at least once…what is it? Revel in Atlantic City. The place is ridiculous. I had an appearance there yesterday with the Point Crew and got to see it for the first time, and let me tell you, it’s really cool. Full disclosure, I’m a fan [...]

Train's Video for "50 Ways to Say Goodbye" is Weird

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 15:59:09 +0000

The song “50 Ways to Say Goodbye” is typical Train – catchy folk pop…this time with a little mariachi to switch the style up. The video? Well, it’s downright weird. It takes place in a grocery store…and features David Hasselhoff, the Grim Reaper, Taryn Manning and of course, the mariachi band. The song is all [...]

"Ted" is Thoroughly Inappropriate and a Must See Movie

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 15:04:54 +0000

I’m not usually a huge movie lover, I just don’t tend to have the attention span, but I’ve been looking forward to “Ted” for MONTHS. So how was it? First of all, I can’t say this enough: THIS MOVIE IS NOT FOR KIDS. Yes, it’s about a Teddy Bear, but trust me, this is not [...]

True Blood Season 5 Episode 2 Recap

Jason Matthews — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:28 +0000

Things are heating up in Bon Temps… When True Blood ended last week we saw Sookie being attacked by best friend turned vampire Tara, which is where “Authority Always Wins!” begins. Tara had Sookie against a tree and bit her neck. A clearly amused Pam eventually pulled her off and commanded her not to attack Sookie or Lafayette before [...]

Another Movie Prediction…Wrong Again!

Lou Russo — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:06:16 +0000

Madagascar 3 and Prometheus topped new Tom Cruise and Adam Sandler movies to take the top two spots at the box office this weekend. Madagascar 3 pulled in $35.5 million, bringing it’s total to $120.5 million and Prometheus earned $20.2 million. I predicted Rock of Ages would get a big win. It didn’t happen. And it [...]

'Rock of Ages' Rocked!

Lou Russo — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 11:17:21 +0000

We had the opportunity to attend the New York City premiere of Rock of Ages last night at Regal Cinemas on 42nd St in Manhattan. Would the energy and electricity of the Broadway show be captured on a movie screen? Would the amazing music that took over the stage find it's way to the silver screen?

True Blood Season 5 Episode 1 Recap

Jason Matthews — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:30 +0000

True Blood is back and the first episode didn’t disappoint! I’m wearing a Walmart sweatsuit for y’all. If that’s not the definition of team spirit, I don’t’ know what is! “Turn! Turn! Turn!” picked up right where last season’s finale left off, with some added perspective, showing Lafayette run downstairs after hearing the gun shot [...]

True Blood Season 5: A Look Ahead

Jason Matthews — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 00:00:03 +0000

True Blood returns in six days, but who’s counting? (Oh, right, I am.) My name is Jason Matthews and I’m addicted to True Blood. Fellow Jersey Shore Truebies, we’ve had a long wait since September but that will end this Sunday. After 9 months it’s easy to forget a few details, so let’s take a [...]

The Best Moment at the Bamboozle Music Festival [VIDEO]

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 21 May 2012 16:24:43 +0000

An estimated crowd of 100,000. More than 75 bands on 7 stages. The Bamboozle Music Festival was 3 days of sun, sand, and music in Asbury Park and I can clearly tell you my favorite moment of the whole thing. Sure, the people watching was top notch, but that’s not it. The Foo Fighters headlined [...]

Bacon Cupcakes? Weird — But How Do They Taste?

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:44:12 +0000

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Friday morning usually signifies "bagel day" around these parts, and I give myself a 'pass' to have a not-quite-healthy breakfast.

Today I walked in the studio and found a box of cupcakes. Wait, it gets better. One of them was covered in bacon.

Avengers Getting Mostly Rave Reviews

Lou Russo — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:20:52 +0000

I guess we can start calling it summer season for movies. May is here, and so are The Avengers! I did a little research and almost every review I’ve seen is a positive one. Some reviewers didn’t love it though, like one review I read at boxofficemagazine.com. There’s no doubt that there’s a buzz about the movie. The only [...]

Reviews From Jersey Shore Spring Restaurant Week 2012 [PHOTOS]

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:38:55 +0000

I have never eaten so well in my life as I did this week. Yesterday was the last day of Jersey Shore Spring Restaurant Week, and my friends and I took in every moment that we could. If you don’t know about JSRW, it’s a great chance to try a 3-course meal for $20.12 or [...]

It Took Three Stooges To Knock Off Hunger Games…Almost!

Lou Russo — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:04:57 +0000

I didn't think any movie had a chance to beat The Hunger Games this week, and I was almost wrong. The Hunger Games streak at number one almost came to an end this weekend, and it was The Three Stooges that almost dethroned it. The Hunger Games did manage to make it four weeks in a row, grabbing $21.5 million and lifting it's total to $337.1 million dollars.

Bruce And The E Street Band Rock The Izod Center

Laurie Cataldo — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:42:38 +0000

I got to go to see Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band last night at the Izod Center...and like I said yesterday, I'm not a superfan, but man, can they put on a show!