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Since I’m watching everything there is to watch on TiVoCast every week, we’ll be posting a Top 5 list on the forums each week of shows that we enjoyed via TiVoCast over the last 7 days.

Here are my top 5 favorite downloads for the past 7 days… in no particular order:

1. I’m a video game nerd (and loved Chuck E. Cheese) so I loved the retrospective of the Atari 2600 from GameTap TV.
2. Octopus, it’s not just for sushi anymore — thanks to The Minimalist at the New York Times.
3. Since The Third Man should be on everyone’s all-time top movies list, there was a great primer on the basics of Film Noir from Indy Mogul’s 4 Minute Film School.
4. Since I watch a lot of web videos, “Be Neat, Delete” from Super Deluxe was a slam dunk in my wheel house of mixed metaphors.
5. And with everything happening so quickly in New York this week, I definitely needed someone to explain just how things went down so I turned to Josh Marshall and TPMtv from Veracifier.

Enjoy!

–John

It was only a couple of months ago that Super Deluxe launched on TiVoCast, and it’s quickly grown to be one of our most popular channels.

We received some feedback from you that you wanted a bit more control over which types of Super Deluxe videos you received. You also told us you wanted more more more even more MORE more Super Deluxe.

Well, the only reason we on the TiVoCast team come to work each day is to make you happy. Both wishes are granted. Starting this week, there are now 10 new sub-channels of Super Deluxe! You can pick and choose which ones you like (and set how many episodes for each channel separately). Or, you can subscribe to the “All” channel, and get everything.

Here’s the new lineup (with the descriptions provided by Super Deluxe). Each channel has at least three episodes published currently, and new ones will appear weekly. (That’s ten new episodes each week instead of the current five!)

• Fark TV: It’s not news, it’s Fark TV! This extension of the infamous fark.com Web site brings you the coverage you can count on about the stories you could give a crap about.
• I Am Baby Cakes: Behold! Baby Cakes, the man-child brainchild of Brad Neely speaketh, singeth and rappeth about keeping it real…simple.
• The Professor Brothers: The Professor Brothers, Frank and Steve, are holding tenure and they aren’t afraid to sing about it. From the mind of Brad Neely.
• Animation Explosion: Here are some animated features to expand your mind with from the folks behind Wonder Showzen, A Scanner Darkly and Quack Media.
• Celebrity Skewing: No one is better at mocking pop culture icons — and the occasional celebutards — than Super Deluxe.
• Super Deluxe Sings: Not all musical numbers are frilly. SD’s are funny, mean and sometimes subversive. Sing along!
• Nerve’s Position of The Day: Sex is so complicated. That’s why we’re glad Nerve.com offered us these handy positions of the day. Watch and learn!
• What Boys Like: Video games, drinking, chicks, weed. These are things that boys like, and we love creating comedy around.
• Movie Trailer Park: We all love a good movie. Super Deluxe loves them even more when we’re spoofing ‘em. Behold, our criterion collection!
• Funny Ladies: Who says the fairer sex can’t be funny? Maria Bamford, Chelsea Peretti and their pals debunk the stereotypes.

Pretty cool, right?

Ok, here are a few technical details:

If you subscribe to “All Super Deluxe Channels” watch out — you don’t want to also subscribe to any of the sub-channels, or else you’ll get more than one copy of the videos. And that’s just redundant.

Because of how sub-channels work behind the scenes, we had to move around the subscriptions a bit today. If you previously had subscribed to the old single Super Deluxe channel, you’re now automatically subscribed to the new “All Super Deluxe Channels” offering, but if you had previously set your Keep At Most limit to something other than the default 5, we weren’t able to preserve that setting. Sorry.

Finally, there’s a slight, teensy eensy, chance that you may have recently unsubscribed from Super Deluxe, only to have us automatically resubscribe you today. Sorry about that. But maybe you should give Super Deluxe a second chance?

The migration is now all done, so you can now change your Super Deluxe subscriptions as much as you like. If you like, you can unsubscribe from the “All Super Deluxe Channels” feed and just pick and choose your favorites.

As always, to try out Super Deluxe, all you need is a TiVo Series2 or Series3 DVR connected via broadband, and you can pick a channel to try out or subscribe to by heading to TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> Super Deluxe.

Or, since you’re reading this on the web, you can just visit the TiVo Central Online Super Deluxe page.

(Want to learn more about TiVoCast? Need help getting your DVR connected via broadband?)

Let us know how you like the new Super Deluxe setup.

Last week (right after I left for vacation), TiVoCast added five new channels of content from TrueFire, the folks who have been putting together guitar instructional videos since 1991.

“Guitar Sherpa” will carry you to your guitar-playing destination, with five channels to choose from:

• Beginner: Learn how to play hundreds of songs on guitar! Get a grip on the basics with these Beginner lessons on tuning, chords and strumming.
• Intermediate: Learn dozens of rhythm patterns, lead guitar and improvisation for blues, jazz and rock guitar. Tab and practice rhythm tracks too!
• Advanced: Expand your repertoire, technique and improvisation skills with advanced lessons for blues, rock, jazz and fingerstyle guitar.
• TrueFire Concert Hall: Grab a front row seat and tune in on-demand performances from some of the world’s top electric and acoustic guitar players.
• Little Kids Rock: Get a grip on the basics and start to rock! Designed just for kids, these Beginner guitar lessons cover all of the bases.

New episodes for each channel are published every Monday.

What’s the cost? Free of course, if you have a Series2 or Series3 TiVo DVR connected to broadband. To subscribe to a channel, just visit TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies on your DVR, or head to the TrueFire Guitar Sherpa page on TiVo Central Online.

There’s a Radiohead song called Anyone Can Play Guitar. Now’s your chance to find out if that’s true. (In my case, I think I’d have to learn some rhythm first…)

GameTap TV joins the TiVoCast lineup today, featuring shows about video games and video game culture. A new GameTap TV episode will appear every weekday.

To subscribe, visit the GameTap TV page on TiVo Central Online, or on your broadband-connected DVR, head to TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> GameTap TV.

The first episode is a profile of Shiny Entertainment, the developers of Earthworm Jim and other games. Enjoy!

We are proud to announce that ExerciseTV has launched today on TiVoCast.

ExerciseTV is a free, video-on-demand network dedicated to the hottest workouts, fitness trends, and sports training from top instructors and trainers. With ExerciseTV users can workout on their schedule to hundreds of fat burning workouts like cardio, abs, yoga, dance and more!

ExerciseTV is bringing us four channels of fitness:

• Six Pack Abs: Get amazing abs with ExerciseTV’s 6-Pack Abs workout series.
• Weight Loss: Want to lose weight and keep it off for good? Now you can with ExerciseTV’s Weight Loss workouts.
• Flexibility & Flow: Increase your flexibility and agility with Flexibility & Flow workouts from ExerciseTV.
• Ripped & Toned: Sculpt and define your way to an amazing body with Ripped & Toned workouts.

New programs for all four channels will be published every Tuesday and Thursday. Enjoy getting into shape with our latest content partner!

To get an episode, either visit the TiVoCast page for ExerciseTV on TiVo Central Online, or on your Series2 or Series3 broadband-connected DVR, visit TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies and then scroll down to ExerciseTV.

Finding America, a PodShowTV series that follows Trucker Tom as he travels across America, has been added today.

You can subscribe and ride shotgun by heading to the Finding America TiVoCast page on TiVo Central Online, or by using your DVR and selecting TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> PodShowTV (scroll down) -> Finding America.

Trucker Tom’s a character. Enjoy!

Candace Bushnell wrote Sex and the City in 1997, and before too long it became the influential HBO series starring Sarah Jessica Parker. Now her 2005 novel Lipstick Jungle is an NBC series.

I was never a super big fan of S&tC (except when Miranda started dating her TiVo, heh), but I’m looking forward to this one — mostly because of Brooke Shields. What can I say? Had a crush on her when I was a kid.

The first episode airs on Thursday, February 7 at 10pm Pacific/Eastern. (You can set up a Season Pass online.)

But why wait until Thursday? You can download the pilot to your broadband-connected TiVo DVR from Amazon Unbox, free of charge. Check it out! Nab it fast — after Monday, it’s the normal $1.99 an episode.

The Alaska PodShow, a new channel for PodShowTV, has been added to the TiVoCast lineup. Alaska Podshow is a video guide into the hikes around Alaska, offering GPS info, reviews, and views live from the trail. New programs will be published each week.

As always, its free to subscribe; you just need a broadband-connected Series2 or Series3 TiVo DVR.

You can subscribe by visiting its page on TiVoCast on TiVo Central Online, or on your DVR by visiting TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> PodShow TV

My wife’s parents live in Alaska. I’m sure I’ll get to visit someday. I’ve always wanted to see the Aurora Borealis.

I can’t add a lot of details at the moment, but check out this press release about Jaman that went live today.

Browing Jaman’s catalog reveals a wide variety of interesting and off-beat films.

Another new channel for car enthusiasts! With Garage419 being added today, we’ve now caught up with the entire active Next New Networks lineup.

From their About page:

Garage419 exists for those car enthusiasts who want more than just the typical car review. Opinion-based commentary: no restraints on what can be said and head to head debates with guys who actually know what they are talking about; all automotive – no fluff. We tell you how it is without letting the politics get in the way.

We show the interviews with key figures in the automotive industry, discussions on new and old cars – telling it straight, the way it should be. This is the foundation of Garage 419.

Focusing on what really matters, we travel to the events that the true car enthusiast cares about. We’ll be at the meets and aftermarket shows, getting you the inside track. Garage419 is a show for the typical GearHead, created by car enthusiasts who love the automotive industry and more importantly, love to drive.

New programs every Tuesday and Thursday.

As always, you can subscribe to Garage419 on their TiVoCast page at TiVo Central Online, or on your broadband-enabled TiVo DVR under TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> Garage419.

If you’ve watched Adult Swim at all, you’re probably familiar with Super Deluxe, a site which produces exclusive new comedy short films from a variety of comedians. Most of the short films are animated, and some are a bit, um, how to say, over the top. But I think they’re all funny.

Today Super Deluxe joins the ever-growing TiVoCast lineup, with new comedy shorts every weekday. The first piece is an animated diary from Baby Cakes (by Brad Neely). (Not for kids.)

As always, you can request Super Deluxe from TiVo Central Online, or on your DVR by visiting TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> Super Deluxe.

Take a break from all the CES news and check it out!

Just in cased you missed it, check out our press release about upcoming functionality with TiVo Desktop to automate the viewing of web video podcasts.

There’s some coverage of this at PC Magazine, TiVoLovers, ZatzNotFunny, the Unofficial TiVo Blog, and of course at the TiVo Community forum.

As Internet video becomes more popular, I think this will be a critical feature for all those of us who hate watching long videos on laptop screens. I much prefer watching videos from the comfort of my couch, using my nice TV and stereo, with TiVo remote in hand.

Just a quick note for the sports fans out there: Amazon Unbox now carries NFL games. Right now there are highlights shows for just $1.99 so you can catch the best parts of any recent matchups you missed. If your TiVo DVR is connected via broadband, you can start downloading now from Amazon’s NFL page.

Sure, the main season is over — but on these cold Winter days during the writer’s strike, reliving a football game might be just the ticket. And more playoffs are just around the corner.

Quilters TV launches today on TiVoCast, and this is where “the quilting stars shine! Top teachers, quilting shows and classes for beginners to advanced.”

Yes, it’s about quilting. Which is, I gather, the practice of making quilts. A quilt is, it turns out, a bed coverlet of two layers of cloth filled with padding (such as down or batting) held in place by ties or stitched designs. (I’m a little dense about these things.)

Anyway, we’re glad to add Quilters TV to the TiVoCast family. Subscribe now via the Quilters TV page on TiVo Central Online, or on your broadband-connected Series2 or Series3 TiVo DVR, just head to TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies, then scroll down to Quilters TV.

New programs will appear every Tuesday through Friday (four programs each week).

Enjoy!

Enjoy your turkey (or, in our case this year, Tofurky) — and while you’re doing that, you can enjoy some great movies on sale from Amazon Unbox. Order ‘em right now so you have plenty to watch while you digest all that apple pie. Prices start at $0.99 for rentals, although prices vary. Some of the movies on sale are:

• Tootsie
• My Best Friend’s Wedding
• Joe Dirt
• Hellboy
• Bad Boys
• Taxi Driver
• Pathfinder
• Perfect Stranger
• Reno 911!: Miami

and that holiday classic:

• Vacancy

To pick your selections, either head to Amazon Unbox, or on your DVR go from TiVo Central to Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies -> Amazon Unbox -> Thanksgiving Movie Sale.

TiVoCast adds another new channel from our friends at Next New Networks today: Ultra Kawaii, who has a motto of great clarity: “Our simple goal is to showcase the cutest pets on the planet every week.” Every Tuesday, more adorable videos about adorable pets doing adorable things. The name means “so cute it hurts” in Japanese.

As always, to subscribe, either visit the TiVoCast section of TiVo Central Online, or on your DVR head to TiVo Central -> Find Programs -> Download TV & Movies.