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This episode is centered around hope – its significance, our ways of expressing it, and sometimes the false reassurances we give ourselves to maintain it. For decades, Jo and Link’s bond has provided hope for both of them, even before they started dating. Meanwhile, Teddy experiences a sudden realization, akin to a surgical breakthrough, just as her marriage is on the verge of collapse.

Adams and Griffith call it quits (once more) prior to their ceremony, and Deb, my pick for patient of the week, ends her initial date with an urgent operation, only to find him by her side when she regains consciousness. Despite the world’s turmoil – hinted at in Jo and Link’s wedding vows acknowledging the approaching climate crisis – there remains a sense of optimism if you know where to seek it!

To put it simply, it’s inevitable that shows like Top Chef have numerous sponsorships and branded competitions. This has been a part of the show since its inception. Understandably, some might find it bothersome to see so many product placements, but let’s face it, without financial support from companies like Chipotle, tourism boards, and others, Top Chef wouldn’t last as long as it has. So, we just have to accept it and try to overlook the frequent shots of Saratoga Springs water bottles. Hopefully, the sponsored challenges maintain a level of classiness throughout.

Regarding the guest stars, “Ramen Holiday” certainly doesn’t hold back. By creatively using a prison transfer scene to reintroduce characters, we meet Stephen Moyer as the lewd theater director Alex Modarian, Mary-Louise Parker as the dishonest minimalist Freya Frostad, Alyssa Milano as the mafia princess Pupetta Del Ponte, Arian Moayed as the self-proclaimed male ally and bartender Joe Dillion, Gina Gershon as plastic surgeon Vanessa Holmes, Rhetta as the matchmaking expert Margot Clark, Elizabeth Lail as the scammy tech entrepreneur Quinn Powers, and André De Shields as fashion designer Mateo Hart.

According to my last email, Ava appears to be struggling in a role she may not have been fully prepared for, and it’s showing. Instead of effectively managing her team, she seems more focused on winning their favor with activities like group birthday parties and free lunches. However, these attempts seem to backfire, as seen when Deborah pops all the balloons during a celebration. Deborah’s perspective, predictably, is more along the lines of “that’s what the salary is for.” A particularly memorable moment occurred when Deborah told Ava that she can’t be friends with her staff because they find her annoying, not due to her position as their supervisor. To add to the complexity, Ava’s ex, Ruby, will be visiting tomorrow to promote her new book, “Wolfgirl,” a title you might recall.

It appears that Buck feels isolated, believing he’s on his own path, but it’s clear to everyone that he’s still grappling with Bobby’s demise. On the other hand, Eddie has been given a position with the El Paso Fire Department, yet remains in L.A., a fact that Hen and Karen notice. It seems this decision might be influenced by his concern for Buck, though it’s also significant that he still considers L.A. as home. In a twist, Buck seeks solace from Hot Priest, or Brian, who was Bobby’s confidant on the show in its early seasons. Buck expresses his inability to feel Bobby’s presence and wishes he could ask for advice if Bobby were still alive. Brian suggests that Buck can still communicate with him, leading to an emotional breakdown from Buck. He tells Bobby, “You were wrong. You said I’d be okay, and I’m not.” In a strange turn of events, Buck finds a potential sign from his late captain in the form of a 2.8 earthquake in North Hollywood.

Gottlieb argued that the subpoenas issued to Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman hold no bearing on the current case, which centers around Blake Lively’s allegations of sexual harassment on set. He further clarified that this case is not about the selection of songs for the movie or fictional Marvel characters in Deadpool films. However, Bryan Freedman, representing Baldoni, argued back by suggesting that it was Lively who unnecessarily involved her high-profile friends (Swift and husband Ryan Reynolds) without considering their personal or public repercussions, as she referred to them as her “dragons.

Just as a movie’s storyline doesn’t fully capture its essence, an exceptional acting performance transcends line delivery. This is particularly true for Justin Kurzel’s ’80s-set film, The Order, which follows the pursuit of FBI agent Terry Husk by an agent, as he confronts a gang of bank-robbing white separatists plotting to seize control of the United States. In this instance, the extraordinary performance is owed to Jude Law’s mustache – a remarkable specimen reminiscent of Yosemite Sam’s design. This mustache not only smears blood, soaks up beer, and inhales cigarette smoke, but also communicates crucial insights about Agent Husk to the audience. Yes, Law actually grew this mustache for the role, and it is nothing short of stunning.

In simpler terms, along with celebrating their recent success, CBS took the opportunity to share an update on their current status using figures from Nielsen’s combined ratings for both broadcast and streaming programs. These ratings provide an average number of viewers per episode for network shows, whether they air on TV or stream online. Interestingly, CBS performed well in this area as well, with six of their top 20 shows aired between September 15, 2024, and March 15 of the current year, according to these ratings.

Credit for this achievement belongs to Victoria Thomas, the film’s casting director, whose experience dates back to “Repo Man.” Thomas is a seasoned Hollywood professional, having won the Casting Society’s Artios Awards six times for diverse projects such as “The Last of Us,” “A Black Lady Sketch Show,” and “Hidden Figures.” However, her collaboration with Tarantino, starting from “Django Unchained,” is what she is most recognized for. As Thomas stated in 2016, “We always say to each other, ‘We grew up in the same house, miles apart.’” More recently, she downplayed suggestions that she and Tarantino intentionally cultivated a new generation of stars. “There wasn’t any agenda,” she says. “We just happened upon these actors who became popular after being in the movie.

However, it turns out to be quite fascinating! Carême continues with Gallic flair, unashamedly elevating the show’s pastry to equal significance as its politics. The historical Carême prepared meals for the renowned French diplomat Talleyrand, a man who navigated the revolution, Napoleon’s reign, and the restoration of the monarchy effortlessly. The series utilizes this as a starting point to envision Talleyrand (portrayed by Jeremie Renier, not related to Hawkeye) enlisting Carême (Benjamin Voisin) to aid in his plots, offering the promise of reuniting him with his adoptive father. The complexity of the plot becomes muddled quickly as other adversaries of Talleyrand attempt to win Carême over and there are numerous older aristocratic women expressing interest in him. Nevertheless, what stands out is that early in the series, Carême is tasked with charming Napoleon’s wife, Josephine, so he can obtain secrets hidden within their marital chambers. Of course, he succeeds! How could he not? He has an earring!