- Quantum Leap: This is the first show that really had an impact on me. It caused me to think about social issues and to really think about stepping into other people's shoes. It also exposed me to a number of historical events in the recent past that I was able to think about in a different way (about how people were actually affected instead of just what happened).
This is where I first learned about Man of La Mancha, now one of my very favorite musicals. - Star Trek: TNG: This again exposed me to social issues in a different way. I loved watching Patrick Stewart on screen; Picard was such a great role model. And I enjoyed the idea of exploring new worlds. Both this and QL were shows that were very formative in my teenage years.
- Frasier: This was such an intelligently written show, I just found it a lot of fun to watch. I love the titles in between segments, and I honestly think that some of its moments are the funniest I've seen on TV (most of them involved David Hyde Pierce, who I consider to be a comedic genius).
- The Office: I really enjoy this show (especially the Jim and Pam relationship), even though some of the characters are extremely painful to watch!
- The Cosby Show: I love the parenting on the show--they are intelligent, loving, and funny.
- 24: It's an adrenaline rush a minute, and though I really hate all the torture and I know it's not at all realistic, at the same time I think it's a lot of fun to watch.
- Scrubs: Well, at least seasons 1-5. I love how offbeat it is, the acapella group singing at times, the random side thoughts, and the fresh writing. My favorite episodes are "My Way Home" (the Wizard of Oz episode) and "My Mistake" with Brendan Fraser.
- Law and Order and Law and Order: Criminal Intent: I love procedural dramas, and these are by far my favorite--I'll watch them any time I can find them on. I love that they're topical and that they usually give Nate and me something to talk about.
- Monk: I really love detective shows, and the best detectives have something that set them apart, make them quirky, and give them an edge. (For example, my favorite detective, Poirot, is obsessed with neatness, order, and his own intelligence--but he's always right.) Monk has major OCD and can be frustrating, but he's also endearing and amazing.
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Mike and I have been watching re-runs of TNG almost excessively since we purchased the DVR. Spike TV plays about two episodes per day, so we record them and watch at our leisure. Honestly, nothing is better than Picard, (except possibly Troi). How can you go wrong with a Shakespearean trained actor at the helm of the Enterprise? Definitely one of the best shows ever created.
And of course who can forget The Office? Jim and Pam are definitely the driving storyline of the show, but throw in a bunch of misfits like Michael, Dwight and Kevin and let the mayhem ensue! It's a guaranteed 30 minute laugh-fest.
Another great list, Marie!
It is really funny how everyone has such different taste because I only watch one of these shows! I love the office (I was converted by my husband and family). How can you not love Dwight, Jim and Pam, and Michael? The fun never ends! *Just a little claim to fame...My cousin's son Chase plays the young Niles at the beginning of one of the episodes. I have never seen the episode myself, but my cousin told me how wonderful the cast was and how friendly they all were to her and Chase. Pretty cool huh?
ok I was talking about Frasier by the way if you didn't catch how I jumped from the office to Frasier!! Sorry!
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