IN HER NEW POSITION AS HEAD OF WINSTON FUNK’S CHARITY FOUNDATION, SAM HIRES ANDREA TO BE HER VP OF LEGAL AFFAIRS, BUT SOON REGRETS THE DECISION WHEN HER FRIEND’S OBSESSION WITH HER UPCOMING WEDDING TAKES PRIORITY OVER THE JOB, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

“The Dream Job” – After becoming a philanthropist and being hired by Winston Funk (Billy Zane, “Titanic”) to head his charity foundation, Samantha hires Andrea as her Vice President of Legal Affairs. But Sam soon regrets hiring her best friend when Andrea’s all-consuming obsession with planning her wedding becomes top priority over her job. Meanwhile, Dena tries to butter up Andrea by helping out with her wedding planning in order to become a bridesmaid, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, JULY 9 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, Adam DeVine as Tyler, Nora Dunn as Cheryl, Hahn Cho as doctor, Abdoulaye N’Gom as African Methodist minister, Denise Gossett as homeless woman, Terrance Christopher Jones as teacher and Jean-Pierre Gillain as Philippe.

SAM’S ATTEMPT TO PLAN A NEW “FIRST DATE” WITH TODD CONTINUES GETTING PRE-EMPTED WHEN HER BOSS, WINSTON FUNK, KEEPS THROWING WORK AT HER IN AN EFFORT TO REKINDLE THE ROMANCE THEY SHARED BEFORE HER ACCIDENT, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

“The First Date” – Sam wants to give Todd a fresh start and offers to go on a “first date” with him. But Todd doesn’t trust her boss, billionaire Winston Funk (Billy Zane, “Titanic”), who continues his relentless quest to get “new” Sam to continue the affair they had before her accident. Meanwhile, Andrea is followed by a camera crew when she becomes the subject of a reality show featuring celebrity weddings, as she plans her nuptials to gay basketball player Tony Dane, and Regina doesn’t like what Howard does with his free time now that he’s retired, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, JULY 9 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, Indira Gibson as photographer and Charles C. Stevenson as gentleman.

SAM TRIES TO BE CORDIAL TO WINSTON FUNK’S EX-WIFE, GIGI, WHO PLAYED AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN HER LIFE BEFORE THE ACCIDENT, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

Angie Harmon (“Law & Order”) Guest Stars as Gigi

“The Other Woman” – Sam discovers that billionaire Winston Funk’s (Billy Zane, “Titanic”) ex-wife, Gigi (Angie Harmon, “Law & Order”), played an important role in her life before the accident. Meanwhile, Andrea tries to seduce her gay pro-basketball playing fiancŽ, Chapman attempts to propose to a reluctant Dena, and Regina’s love of the city life may cause a roadblock in the plan to have her meet up with Howard on the road for their RV trip across the country, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, JULY 23 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, Angie Harmon as Gigi, Rick Hoffman as Chase Chapman, McKinley Freeman as Tony Dane, Adam DeVine as Tyler and Bree Condon as Mickey.

SEASON FINALE: IT’S ANDREA’S WEDDING DAY, AND SAM MUST CHOOSE BETWEEN BEING WITH BILLIONAIRE WINSTON FUNK OR TODD, ON THE SEASON FINALE OF ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

“With This Ring” – On Andrea’s wedding day to gay pro-basketball player Tony Dane, Sam finds herself at a crossroads and must choose between being with Winston Funk (Billy Zane, “Titanic”) or Todd. Meanwhile, Regina and Howard discover that their lives are beginning to take separate paths, on the Season Finale of “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, JULY 23 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, Rick Hoffman as Chase Chapman, Stephen Rannazzisi as Seth, McKinley Freeman as Tony Dane, Jackie Johnson as herself, Shulie Cowen as Dolly, Greg Callahan as fake dad, David Trice as baggage service rep and Andre M. Johnson as security guard.

SAM BEGINS DATING ROCK SUPERSTAR TOMMY WYLDER BUT IS SO EMBARRASSED BY ANDREA AND DENA’S ADOLESCENT, FAN-LIKE REACTIONS THAT SHE BEGINS TO ALIENATE THEM, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Duran Duran’s John Taylor Guest Stars as Tommy Wylder

“The Rock Star” – When Sam starts dating rock superstar Tommy Wylder (Duran Duran’s John Taylor) – an idol from a youth that she has no recollection of — she becomes so embarrassed by Andrea and Dena’s fan-like reactions that she unintentionally begins to alienate them. Meanwhile, with Sam dating Tommy, Regina fondly recalls memories of Howard’s early days as a musician, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, JUNE 25 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

According to Variety, the new comedy “In the Motherhood,” and “Samantha Who” are being pulled off a week early due to poor ratings.

It’s not yet known if the episode of “Samantha,” possibly the finale, will be aired at another point. It also doesn’t bode well for the show which many say is on the bubble and in danger of being dropped.

The April 30th episodes of “Samantha Who” and “Private Practice” are the season finales for these shows!

A MURDERED WOMAN FOUND DROWNED IN A TUB OF MOTOR OIL
LEADS TO A MAZE OF LIES AND REVENGE FOR A HORRENDOUS CRIME
COMMITTED YEARS EARLIER, ON ABC’S “CASTLE”

“Ghosts” – Castle and Beckett investigate the murder of a woman found drowned in a bathtub of motor oil at a transient hotel. But when they uncover a dark secret about the woman’s past, they must unravel a 20-year-old mystery with the help of a true crime journalist who may have been stalking the victim. Meanwhile, Beckett puts her poker face to the test as she squares off against Castle, with her money and pride at stake, on “Castle,” MONDAY, APRIL 27 (10:02-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest Cast: Joanne Kelly as Lee Wax, Alex Carter as Michael Goldman, Jillian Armenante as Susan Mailer, Dan Castellaneta as Judge Markway and Joseph C. Phillips as Mayor.

SAM TRIES TO BE CORDIAL TO WINSTON FUNK’S EX-WIFE, GIGI,
WHO PLAYED AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN HER LIFE BEFORE THE ACCIDENT,
ON THE SEASON FINALE OF ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

Angie Harmon (“Law & Order”) Guest Stars as Gigi

“The Other Woman” – Sam discovers that billionaire Winston Funk’s (Billy Zane, “Titanic”) ex-wife, Gigi (Angie Harmon, “Law & Order”), played an important role in her life before the accident. Meanwhile, Andrea tries to seduce her gay pro-basketball playing fiance, Chapman attempts to propose to a reluctant Dena, and Regina’s love of the city life may cause a roadblock in the plan to have her meet up with Howard on the road for their RV trip across the country, on the Season Finale of “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, APRIL 30 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, Angie Harmon as Gigi, Rick Hoffman as Chase Chapman, McKinley Freeman as Tony Dane, Adam DeVine as Tyler and Bree Condon as Mickey.

IZZIE’S MOTHER MAKES A SURPRISE AND LESS-THAN-WELCOME VISIT TO THE HOSPITAL, AS THATCHER GREY RETURNS TO MAKE AMENDS WITH HIS DAUGHTERS, MEREDITH AND LEXIE, ON ABC’S “GREY’S ANATOMY”

Guest starring Emmy-Nominated Sharon Lawrence (“NYPD Blue,” “Desperate Housewives”) as Izzie’s Mother, Robbie

“No Good at Saying Sorry (One More Chance)” – As preparations continue for Meredith and Derek’s wedding, Izzie receives a surprise hospital visit from her handful-of-a-mother, Robbie. Meanwhile, a newly sober Thatcher visits his daughters, Meredith and Lexie, in order to make amends, and the Chief and Meredith bitterly fight over a controversial medical case, on “Grey’s Anatomy,” THURSDAY, APRIL 30 (9:00-10:02 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network

Guest starring Sharon Lawrence as Robbie, Jessica Capshaw as Dr. Arizona, Jeff Perry as Thatcher, Kellie Martin as Julie, Nina Siemaszko as Kate and Megan Henning as Willow.

IN THE SEASON TWO FINALE, AS VIOLET CHOOSES BETWEEN PETE AND SHELDON, A GRIEF-STRICKEN PATIENT POSES A DANGER TO HER, AND ADDISON FACES HER FEELINGS FOR NOAH AS MORGAN GOES INTO LABOR, ON ABC’S “PRIVATE PRACTICE”

Guest Starring Josh Hopkins (“Swingtown,” “The Perfect Storm”) as Dr. Noah Barnes, Amanda Detmer (“What About Brian,” “Saving Silverman”) as Morgan Gellman, Amanda Foreman (“What About Brian,” “Felicity”) as Katie Kent and Brian Benben as Dr. Sheldon Wallace.

“Yours, Mine & Ours” – As Violet chooses between Pete and Sheldon, a grief-stricken patient poses a danger to her; Addison faces her feelings for Noah as Morgan goes into labor; Dell has concerns for his daughter when a drugged-out Heather returns to town; and Naomi must decide if it’s in her best interest to stay with Oceanside Wellness or start anew at Pacific Wellcare, on “Private Practice,” THURSDAY, APRIL 30 (10:02-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring Josh Hopkins as Dr. Noah Barnes, Amanda Detmer as Morgan Gellman, Amanda Foreman as Katie Kent and Brian Benben as Dr. Sheldon Wallace.

ROBERT DELIVERS AN ULTIMATUM, ON ABC’S “BROTHERS & SISTERS”

Tom Skerritt Reprises His Guest Starring Role as William Walker

“Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” – When Kitty and Robert reach a crossroads in their marriage, she is forced to reflect on her father’s (guest starring Tom Skerritt as William Walker) past indiscretions and decide what’s most important in life. Meanwhile, Ryan makes a discovery about his mother’s death and takes a huge leap in the wrong direction to vie for Rebecca’s affection, on “Brothers & Sisters,” SUNDAY, MAY 3 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Tom Skerritt as William Walker, Luke Grimes as Ryan Lafferty, Matt Letscher as Alec Tyler, Luc Charbonnier as Ben Tyler, Jay Knowlton as Grady and Toby Holguin as the bus driver.

GALE HAROLD RETURNS TO WISTERIA LANE AS JACKSON BRADDOCK, ON ABC’S “DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES”

“Bargaining” – Everyone knows how to bargain on ABC’s “Desperate Housewives,” SUNDAY, MAY 3 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET): Bree sinks to a new low to retain the best lawyer; Gaby’s vanity is put to the test when she makes a deal with daughter Juanita; Lynette and Tom negotiate sex; Katherine deceives Mike to win his heart; Jackson walks back into Susan’s life with a proposal; and an unexpected visit sends Dave to do some bargaining of his own.

Gale Harold guest stars as Jackson Braddock.

The “Housewives” spoiler is discussed at the very end of this list, as it begs of it!

Read on for spoilery goodness . . .

WHEN A WEALTHY SOCIALITE IS FOUND BRUTALLY MURDERED AND STUFFED INSIDE A WALL SAFE, THE HOME INVASION INVESTIGATION LEADS BECKETT INTO CASTLE’S HIGH SOCIETY WORLD, ON ABC’S “CASTLE”

“Home Is Where the Heart Stops” — When a string of high-end home invasions end in murder, Castle and Beckett must determine who is orchestrating these violent robberies before they strike again. But to catch this deadly thief, Beckett must go way out of her comfort zone to enter Castle’s glamorous, paparazzi filled world as his date to a charity ball. Meanwhile, Castle seeks the counsel of a dangerous ex-jewel thief who had once threatened to kill him, on “Castle,” MONDAY, APRIL 20 (10:02-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest Cast: Patrick Bauchau as Caine Powell, Caterina Scorsone as Joanne Delgado, Nick Chinlund as Evan Mitchell and Joseph C. Phillips as Mayor.

SUSAN CONFIDES HER DARK SECRET IN DAVE, ON ABC’S “DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES”

“Rose’s Turn” – Covering up the truth leads to unexpected consequences, on ABC’s “Desperate Housewives,” SUNDAY, APRIL 26 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET). Carlos finds Lynette in a precarious position, which she chooses to hide from Tom; Gaby hastily covers for Tom’s coy behavior; Orson tries to hide the truth about his wounds from Bree; Katherine confesses to Mike, which leads to a surprising realization; and Susan confides her dark secret in Dave.

Guest cast TBD.

A CAR ACCIDENT BRINGS ROBERT SOME CLARITY ABOUT KITTY’S RECENT DISTANCE, ON ABC’S “BROTHERS & SISTERS”

“Julia” – Out of patience waiting for Tommy to return home, Julia makes a life-changing decision about the future, Robert discovers what Kitty has been keeping from him, and Holly and Sarah finally find balance in their relationship, on “Brothers & Sisters,” SUNDAY, APRIL 26 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Luke Grimes as Ryan Lafferty, Matt Letscher as Alec, Luc Charbonnier as Ben, Andrea Luna Grano as Leanne Mitchell, Marley Barth as Elizabeth Walker and Spencer Barth as Elizabeth Walker.

SAM’S ATTEMPT TO PLAN A NEW “FIRST DATE” WITH TODD CONTINUES GETTING PRE-EMPTED WHEN HER BOSS, WINSTON FUNK, KEEPS THROWING WORK AT HER IN AN EFFORT TO REKINDLE THE ROMANCE THEY SHARED BEFORE HER ACCIDENT, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

“The First Date” – Sam wants to give Todd a fresh start and offers to go on a “first date” with him. But Todd doesn’t trust her boss, billionaire Winston Funk (Billy Zane, “Titanic”), who continues his relentless quest to get “new” Sam to continue the affair they had before her accident. Meanwhile, Andrea is followed by a camera crew when she becomes the subject of a reality show featuring celebrity weddings, as she plans her nuptials to gay basketball player Tony Dane, and Regina doesn’t like what Howard does with his free time now that he’s retired, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, APRIL 23 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, Indira Gibson as photographer and Charles C. Stevenson as gentleman.

AS IZZIE GOES THROUGH AGGRESSIVE CANCER TREATMENT, SHE THROWS HERSELF INTO PLANNING MEREDITH AND DEREK’S WEDDING, AND CALLIE GETS A VISIT FROM HER DISAPPROVING FATHER, ON ABC’S “GREY’S ANATOMY”

“Sweet Surrender” — As she endures aggressive treatment for her cancer, Izzie throws herself into planning Derek and Meredith’s wedding, Callie introduces Arizona as her girlfriend to her disapproving father, George excels in a trauma emergency when Alex freezes, and Owen seeks help with his PTSD, on “Grey’s Anatomy,” THURSDAY, APRIL 23 (9:00-10:02 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network

Guest starring Kimberly Elise as Dr. Swender, Jessica Capshaw as Dr. Arizona Robbins, Obba Babatunde as Gates, Jose Zuniga as Meloy, Elden Henson as Mr. Smithson, with Hector Elizondo as Mr. Torres and Amy Madigan as Dr. Wyatt.

ADDISON AND NOAH ARE BROUGHT TOGETHER TO SAVE A PREGNANT HEART PATIENT, WHILE NAOMI’S SECRETS DRIVE HER AND SAM FURTHER APART, ON ABC’S “PRIVATE PRACTICE”

Guest Starring Josh Hopkins (“Swingtown,” “The Perfect Storm”) as Dr. Noah Barnes,
Idina Menzel (“Enchanted,” “Rent”) as Lisa and Brian Benben as Dr. Sheldon Wallace.

“What You Do for Love” – When a pregnant woman starts to show signs of heart complications, Addison rushes her St. Ambrose where Noah is standing by to help. Meanwhile at Oceanside Wellness, Sam notices Naomi frequently sneaking away from the clinic, and her elusiveness causes him to rethink their friendship; Pete’s relationship with Lisa becomes complicated by Violet’s ever-present pregnancy; and Sheldon decides it’s time to take a stand, on “Private Practice,” THURSDAY, APRIL 23 (10:02-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring Josh Hopkins as Dr. Noah Barnes, Idina Menzel as Lisa and Brian Benben as Dr. Sheldon Wallace.

HOUSEWIVES DISCUSSION!

Okay who thinks Susan confides in Dave that SHE was driving that night and Mike lied to the cops saying it was him?

I’ve also re-posted the full press releases for the new episodes of “Housewives” and “Brother’s and Sister,” which return on April 19th. This is the last “Housewives” episode for Nicollette Sheridan, and the return episode for Jason Lewis on “Brothers and Sisters”

The headline for “B&S” is a bit odd, considering Holy already agreed to drop charges against Tommy in last week’s episode!

WHEN A BIZARRE MURDER SCENE POINTS TO A RITUALISTIC KILLING, CASTLE AND BECKETT MUST CAPTURE THE KILLER BEFORE HE FINDS HIS NEXT VICTIM, ON ABC’S “CASTLE”

“Always Buy Retail” – When an immigrant is found tortured and murdered in a ritualistic killing, Beckett navigates the uncharted territory of the mysterious Vodun religion with Castle leading the way. Having researched similar deaths for one of his books, Castle’s knowledge and sources prove valuable, but only their apt teamwork can unravel the murderer’s motives. Meanwhile, Castle is confronted with the possible return of his first wife, Alexis’s mother, whose dizzying personality threatens to upend the tranquility of the entire family, on “Castle,” MONDAY, APRIL 13 (10:02-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest Cast: Darby Stanchfield as Meredith, Nicki Micheaux as Michelle, Aldis Hodge as Azi and Dohn Norwood as Charles Oni.

SAM LOSES BIG AT THE CRAPS TABLE IN VEGAS, BUT A CHANCE MEETING WITH HER EX-BOSS, BILLIONAIRE WINSTON FUNK, COULD BE THE ANSWER TO HER FINANCIAL DILEMMA, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

Billy Zane (“Titanic”) Guest Stars as Winston Funk

“The Debt” – While with her parents in Vegas attending a real estate seminar, Samantha loses a huge sum of money at the craps table and finds herself in debt to the casino. But a chance meeting with her ex-boss, billionaire Winston Funk (Billy Zane, “Titanic”), could be the answer to her financial trouble. Meanwhile, when Dena asks Andrea for a big favor, she agrees – but only if Dena consents to fake a situation that could help boost Andrea’s sagging public approval ratings as she plans her wedding to pro-basketball player Tony Dane, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, APRIL 16 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Billy Zane as Winston Funk, James Patrick Stuart as Bill Jacobs and Brent Tarnol as Jason.

NICOLLETTE SHERIDAN BIDS FAREWELL TO WISTERIA LANE, ON ABC’S “DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES”

“Look Into Their Eyes and You See What They Know” – Nicollette Sheridan takes her final stroll down Wisteria Lane in unforgettable fashion on ABC’s “Desperate Housewives,” SUNDAY, APRIL 19 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET). As the women look back on Edie’s life, Susan recalls their first meeting, Lynette reflects on a memorable night out, Bree is reminded of the thoughtfulness she bestowed upon Orson, and Gaby remembers fondly a night of friendly competition.

Guest stars include Kathryn Joosten as Mrs. McCluskey, Kevin Rahm as Lee MacDermott and Stephen Lunsford as Travers.

HOLLY CONSIDERS DROPPING THE CHARGES AGAINST TOMMY, ON ABC’S “BROTHERS & SISTERS”

“S3x” – The Walkers keep up hope that Tommy will return home when Holly considers dropping the charges. Meanwhile Sarah makes yet another major career change, Kitty questions whether or not her marriage will survive, and Kevin and Scotty consider a surprising proposal from Chad (guest starring Jason Lewis), on “Brothers & Sisters,” SUNDAY, APRIL 19 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Ken Olin as David Caplan, Luke Grimes as Ryan Lafferty, Jason Lewis as Chad Berry, Matt Letscher as Alec, Luc Charbonnier as Ben, Nigel Havers as Roger Grant and Cristian de la Fuente as Cal.

Some new “Samantha Who” and “Castle” spoilers in here. I have been trying to post “Lost” spoilers on the forum, but I need to catch up with them.

A COLD CASE HEATS UP WHEN CASTLE AND BECKETT FIND THE FROZEN BODY OF A MISSING WOMAN AT A CONSTRUCTION SITE, ON ABC’s “CASTLE”

“A Chill Goes Through Her Veins” – A frozen woman found tangled in steel bars at a construction site leads Castle and Beckett to a years-old mystery and a long abandoned case. As the two uncover startling revelations about the victim’s past, the investigation forces Beckett to face some difficult memories of her own, which provides Castle insight into his muse and additional material for his novel, on “Castle,” MONDAY, APRIL 6 (10:02-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest Cast: Charles Malik Whitfield as Charles Wyler, Bill Smitrovich as Ben Davidson, Peter Jason as Sheriff Sloan and Channon Roe as Kevin Henson.

AFTER A SERIES OF MISUNDERSTANDINGS, SAM DISCOVERS THAT SHE NEEDS TO BE A BETTER FRIEND TO FRANK, AND ANDREA FEARS THAT SHE WILL LOSE ALL THE PERKS THAT COME WITH DATING A CELEBRITY WHEN HER BOYFRIEND IS OUTED AS GAY, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

“The Amazing Racist” – After a series of misunderstandings, Samantha discovers she needs to be a better friend to Frank. Meanwhile, when Andrea’s pro-basketball player boyfriend is outed as gay, she fears that all the glamorous perks that come from dating a celebrity will end, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, APRIL 9 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Rebecca Wisocky as Lindsey, Stephen Rannazzisi as Seth, Stefan Marks as Detective Harp, Ty Barnett as guy (mugger), Karlton Johnson as policeman, Michael Crider as Roth, Tara Ochs as waitress and Ken Rudulph as reporter.

ABC ANNOUNCES SEASON FINALE DATES AND THE RETURN OF “UGLY BETTY” AND “THE BACHELORETTE”

ABC announces season finale dates, which will conclude some of its most popular series, including “Brothers & Sisters,” “Dancing with the Stars,” “Desperate Housewives,” “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Lost,” as well as the much anticipated return of “Ugly Betty” and “The Bachelorette.”

Dates are as follows (all times are ET):

Wednesday, April 29
8:30-9:00 p.m. “Better Off Ted”

Thursday, April 30
8:00-8:30 p.m. “In the Motherhood”
8:30-9:00 p.m. “Samantha Who?”
10:00-11:00 p.m. “Private Practice”

Friday, May 1
8:00-9:00 p.m. “Wife Swap”
9:00-10:00 p.m. “Supernanny”

Tuesday, May 5
8:30-9:00 p.m. “According to Jim”

Wednesday, May 6
8:00-9:00 p.m. “Scrubs”

Thursday, May 7
8:00-9:00 p.m. “Ugly Betty” RETURN

Sunday, May 10
10:00-11:00 p.m. “Brothers and Sisters”

Monday, May 11
10:00-11:00 p.m. “Castle”

Tuesday, May 12
10:00-11:00 p.m. “Cupid”

Wednesday, May 13
9:00-11:00 p.m. “Lost”

Thursday, May 14
9:00-11:00 p.m. “Grey’s Anatomy”

Friday, May 15
8:00-10:00 p.m. “America’s Funniest Home Videos”

Sunday, May 17
7:00-9:00 p.m. “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”
9:00-11:00 p.m. “Desperate Housewives”

Monday, May 18
9:00-11:00 p.m. “The Bachelorette” RETURN

Tuesday, May 19
9:00-11:00 p.m. “Dancing with the Stars”

Thursday, May 21
8:00-10:00 p.m. “Ugly Betty”

I’ve added “Castle” to the blog, as I’m watching it. However I’m not sure how much I can cover it really. Shows that basically wrap up a story in an hour or half-hour I find hard to discuss.

CASTLE AND BECKETT UNCOVER THE DARK SIDE OF PREP SCHOOL TEEN CULTURE WHEN A BODY TURNS UP IN CENTRAL PARK, ON ABC’s “CASTLE”

“Hedge Fund Homeboys” – A once wealthy teenage boy whose family has fallen on hard times is found dead in a rowboat floating along the lake in Central Park. As Castle and Beckett try to piece together the events leading up to his death, his friends do everything in their power to thwart the investigation. As they unravel the truth from the lies, a story of betrayal and obsession emerges. Meanwhile, Castle debates whether he can leave Martha home alone while he chaperones Alexis’ class trip to Washington, DC. Martha might be an aspiring “Life Coach,” but that doesn’t mean she’s trustworthy, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:02-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest Cast: Jamie Chung as Romy Lee, Julia Nickson as Mrs. Lee, Nolan Gerard Funk as Brandon, Michelle Page as Amanda Kunal Sharma as Spencer.

WHEN A BODY FOUND WRAPPED IN A RUG TURNS OUT TO BE A CITY COUNCILMAN, CASTLE AND BECKETT DISCOVER THAT DIRTY POLITICS CAN BE DEADLY, ON ABC’S “CASTLE”

“Hell Hath No Fury” – When the dead body of a New York City Councilman running for re-election rolls out of a rug and into Beckett’s case files, she and Castle are thrown into the world of dirty politics. Meanwhile, Castle’s final novel in the Derrick Storm series hits the bookstores, causing his mother to search for any and all signs of failure. And at one of his book readings, Beckett tries to throw Castle off his game, only to learn that he has flipped the script on her once again, on “Castle,” MONDAY, MARCH 30 (10:02-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest Cast: Bruno Campos as Calvin Creason, Joshua LeBar as Jason Bollinger, Lisa Waltz as Laurie Horn, Michael Reilly Burke as Frank Nesbit and Jonathan Banks as Bruce Kirby.

WHEN TODD DISCOVERS SOMETHING PECULIAR ABOUT ANDREA’S PRO BASKETBALL-PLAYING DATE, SAM DECIDES TO MEDDLE IN THE B-BALLER’S AFFAIRS IN ORDER TO KEEP HER FRIEND FROM BEING HURT, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

“My Best Friend’s Boyfriend” – Sam and Todd go on a double date with Andrea and her dream crush – pro basketball player Tony Dane. But when Todd makes an awkward discovery about Tony that could doom the relationship, Sam decides to meddle in Tony’s affairs in order to keep her friend from being hurt. Meanwhile, Dena asks for Regina’s help when she inadvertently strikes up an online pen pal relationship with a lonely soldier and worries that boyfriend Chase may become jealous, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, MARCH 26 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Stephen Rannazzisi as Seth and McKinley Freeman as Tony Dane.

FEELING HER BIOLOGICAL CLOCK TICKING AND DESIROUS OF A BABY, SAM BORROWS DENA’S DOG IN AN ATTEMPT TO FIND OUT IF SHE’S NURTURING ENOUGH TO CARE FOR SOMETHING OTHER THAN HERSELF, ON ABC’S “SAMANTHA WHO?”

“The Dog” – When Sam feels her biological clock ticking away and realizes her desire to be a mother, she tries to probe her own motherly instincts by borrowing Dena’s dog to find out if she’s nurturing enough to care for and love it. Meanwhile, Regina attempts pilot lessons when she learns that Howard’s late step-brother has willed them a plane, and Andrea continues to fuel the tabloid fires while she dates famous pro-basketball star Tony Dane, on “Samantha Who?,” THURSDAY, APRIL 2 (8:30-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

Guest starring are Barry Finkel as funeral director, Laurie Naughton as mother, Cooper Thornton as instructor and Mary Alyce Kania as waitress.

First, this week’s “Ghost Whisperer” is the last episode listed by CBS until April 3rd, which is a repeat. What’s going on CBS? It seems like “March Madness” basketball takes over for awhile.

“Ugly Betty’s” episode this week is the last new one for awhile. ABC will finally put “Samantha Who” back on. Thursday night will have a new line-up for awhile, including the new show “In The Motherhood.”

I have to watch some back episodes of “Sam” online, I missed the last few new ones (cause they kept getting moved around!)