Why I Stay Up On the Latest CSI Episodes

Guest written by our friend Jan Chandler

CSI is a TV show that has taken the world by storm it seems. Everyone is trying to get a peak into the way a Crime Scene Investigation unit works by watching this hit series. Many just admire Horacio and his team members, but whatever the case it's a show that will have you hungry for the next episode.

Of course I watch this on HD which is a feature included in one of the plans that the satellite company offered me. It's the best way to watch it as it feels like you're right there in the lab with them watching them embark upon each move like an unpredictable chess game between two geniuses.

Quick CSI Reminder: NBC releases episodes of CSI as well, but there are premium movie channels that air other new episodes that NBC doesn't air. Either way, to get the ultimate experience, you do need HD which comes through your local satellite provider.

The reason HD is so highly recommended is that the analog version doesn't show fine details and there are a lot of those during any crime scene investigation that you watch on television from DirectStarTv.com.

Hot Buying Tips From Real Estate Confidential TV

Guest post written by my buddy Fidel Hernandez

If you are a rookie when it comes to buying and selling real estate, then crank up the satellite TV from tvbydirect.com for the series called Real Estate Confidential to pick up a few pointers. Geared for the novice and starting from square one, Real Estate Confidential is a like a road map to success if you want to purchase a piece of property for your own use or pick up a discounted home to turn a profit.


Real Estate Confidential is basically a series of interviews and stories told by expert real estate buyers to give you a good idea of what's hot and what's not. In addition, you can pick up some valuable information about real estate financing for credit resembling the good, the bad or the ugly.


If you are serious about learning the tricks of the trade to secure a decent piece of property, then set your TIVO or DVR and watch each Real Estate Confidential twice. You can get valuable insight from segments off other TV shows, however, Real Estate Confidential is non stop action to bring you up to speed on the industry.

Real Estate Confidential started in 2007 and the episodes get more engaing every week. I learned enough in just a month to use the plans and strategies to house hunt without fear, from learning the business end of the deal to cosmetic repair for a fixer.

NASA News Program is Awesome and Informative

Thanks to Jonathon Woods

I am a space geek so I like to see my favorite NASA news program on satellite TV I got from direct.tv. It is cool to see how they are repairing the space station. I like to watch mission control, communicate with the astronauts.

I have been a NASA fan since the day they first step foot on the moon. I used to watch their entire splashdown when they would return to earth and the Navy would go, pick them up out of the water.

There is nothing more fascinating than learning about all the new galaxies, and seeing the experiments, they did on Mars. I know that it might be boring to some, but I even enjoy watching the astronauts do their experiments and explorations while they are in the space station.

I was impressed how NASA covered the two shuttle accidents. I like watching the NASA news, because they go more into detail than they do on the regular news. They show footage that is more interesting then most news channels.

The interviews that they do with the astronauts are very informative. It is interesting to hear from the astronauts themselves. The training that the astronauts go through is awesome. I never realized how much was involved until I started watching the NASA news. I also did not realize how much we rely on the data collected from NASA for the advancement in medicine.

I like the way our military has interacted with NASA. They have improved the communication technology that helps them to defend our country better. The NASA news answers all the questions I ever had

The Miss America Pageant

Author: Joseph Sandoval

I'm not sure if you would call it an Awards Show but my absolute favorite would have to be Miss America. When I was little the Miss America Pageant was such a huge deal to me. It wasn't just about the clothes or the talents, it was the fact that I thought I was going to be Miss America when I grew up.

Even though that dream never came true, I still turn on my direct tv basic package year after year and watch the show. It's exciting to me to watch and remember that dream from back when I was young. My favorite part would have to be the talent competition. Since I was a little girl I've had a great appreciation for piano playing as well as singing. When I would see someone sit down at the piano and belt out some classical music or sing an opera song I would get very excited, in fact, I still do.

I've always made it a point to single one particular girl out and give her my vote throughout the show. I've had a knack my whole life of always seeing the girl I want to win make it into the top 10. Unfortunately it's very rare that she makes it through til the end. I never let that stop me from picking each and every year though.

My favorite Italian Cooking Show

Post from my friend Vanessa Widmer

Italian food has always been a favorite of mine especially dishes rich in aromatic spices and cheese with sauces. My favorite cooking show is Lydia's Italy. Before Lydia's Italy was broadcast I was only an Italian restaurant attendee but now I am an Italian chef in the making. Lydia's style of teaching makes me believe I am there beside her able to smell chicken caramelizing in the pan or able to taste the tomato and basil seasonings she used in one of her sauces. She brings viewers into her world by introducing you to members of her family and sharing recipes that are particularly close to her heart. My favorite episode came on right after I installed my new satellite TV that I got from looking for direct tv promotions Baltimore. She was in the kitchen with her daughter who helped her make Prosciutto Di Parma. The atmosphere was warm and inviting and I almost lost myself in the conversation. Lydia has more than a way with food but a way with people. She uses her cooking to connect with the people around her, which is something any great chef should master. I especially enjoy how her show steps outside of the box by taking the viewer on the road to the different markets and vendors where she shops around for the best bargains and teaches you how to look out for the freshest produce around.