TV Episode Summaries for
21st January 2009

American Idol Season 8, Episode 3

San Francisco, CA Auditions

Airs: 1:00am - 2:00am on ABC

The auditions continue on American Idol from San Francisco, CA as the judges continue their quest to find the next singing superstar.

90210 Season 1, Episode 14

By Accident

Airs: 1:00am - 2:00am on The CW

The return of Mr. Matthews causes a mixed reaction at West Beverly Hills High. Also, the Drama Department holds auditions for "Antony and Cleopatra," and Annie decides to read for a role. Meanwhile, Silver and Dixon continue to experience bumps in their relationship.

The Biggest Loser Season 7, Episode 3

Temptations Suck

Airs: 1:00am - 3:00am on NBC

This week kicks off with a temptation that host Alison Sweeney tells the contestants will allow one player to reunite with their teammate at home and bring their trainer with them. But the reunion doesn't go exactly as planned when fireworks erupt between the two teammates after one player accuses the other of not doing all she can to stay on the ranch. Meanwhile, the contestants check in with Dr. Huizenga to see how far they've come and how many medications they no longer need from the first three weeks of weight loss. Then a wild jump rope-like challenge results in immunity at this week's weigh-in for the winner, followed by a surprising elimination that sends another contestant packing.

NOVA Season 36, Episode 9

The Big Energy Gamble

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on PBS

An examination of California's alternative-energy efforts which eco-celebrities Ed Begley Jr. and Bill Nye helped bring forth. Includes Luscious Garage in San Francisco, which makes custom made hybrid cars; and the wind turbines of Tehachapi Valley. Also, whether their efforts can be sustained during the economic downturn.

Dirty Jobs Season 5, Episode 14

Animal Rendering

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on Discovery Channel

The host visits the La Brea Tar Pits in California; farm animals are rendered and recycled.

Fringe Season 1, Episode 11

Bound

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on FOX

The FBI and an increasingly desperate Peter search for the abducted Olivia... unaware that the man heading the investigation is the one responsible for her disappearance.

Privileged Season 1, Episode 15

All About the Big Picture

Airs: 2:00am - 3:00am on The CW

Will encourages Megan to distance herself from her family's problems and introduces her to his parents. Meanwhile, Rose and Zachary encounter a bump in their relationship when he discovers a picture of her, Sage, and Pete Wentz hanging out at a nightclub.

Leverage Season 1, Episode 8

The Mile High Job

Airs: 3:00am - 4:00am on TNT

The Leverage team attempt to avenge the death of a young girl, who was killed by a conglomerate's toxic fertilizer, and whose CEO will go to any lengths to protect his company's interests.

The Daily Show Season 14, Episode 10

Rt. Rev. V. Gene Robinson

Airs: 4:00am - 4:30am on Comedy Central

Bishop of New Hampshire Rt. Rev. V. Gene Robinson and live inauguration coverage

10 Items or Less Season 3, Episode 3

Star Trok

Airs: 4:00am - 4:30am on TBS

Leslie may have infringed on a trademark after holding a Star Trek convention at the store. The gang become starstruck after seeing Star Trek: Enterprise actress Jolene Blalock in person, but it turns into an adventure when Blalock, Leslie and Ingrid become locked inside close quarters.

The Colbert Report Season 5, Episode 10

Jabari Asim

Airs: 4:30am - 5:00am on Comedy Central

Tonight Stephen welcomes Washington Post columnist and author of The N Word: Who Can Say It, Who Shouldn't, and Why, Jabari Asim.

Waterloo Road Season 4, Episode 3

Series 4, Episode 3

Airs: 8:00pm - 9:00pm on BBC One

A work colleague accuses Davina of being a racist. One of the pupils gives Tom a hard time.
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