Obviously this is all just speculation, but the appeal of Jacky B and CoCo on the same network is something that most can see. Personally, after this whole debacle is over, I hope Conan heads straight over to Fox and crushes NBC, to add some satisfaction to his pain, which could climb as high as $50 Million. An expensive lesson for NBC. From my understanding he could be available to work at another network in September. While the idea of another summer without Conan isn’t something that I relish, fans can at least be thankful that he’s got somewhere to go. Time for Fox to pony up some money and get this train rolling.

Speaking of Fox, 24 is back, and seemingly still riding the momentum from last season. I don’t think its any secret that Season 7 was a definite “one up” to seasons past, a trend which will hopefully continue. The powers that be have granted my wish for Renee Walker (played by Annie Wersching) to return in a recurring role, a notion that I am grateful for. Notable newcomers to the series include Katee Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica) and Freddy Prinze Jr., who needs no introduction, I’m sure. Cherry Jones is also back in her Emmy-winning role. All the elements are in place for another great season.

I caught the preview event for Human Target, another Fox show, which is benefiting from an American Idol lead in this week. If we accept the general rule of thumb that all pilots are bad (with any rule, there are obvious exceptions) the show has caught my attention. The pilot was interesting enough that I’ll probably TiVo the next couple of episodes to see what’s up. I’ve been a fan of Chi McBride ever since the Boston Public days, a show that I am certain no one here watched. (Or even remembers.)

While we’re talking TV, it’s worth noting that LOST starts again soon. Not soon enough.

Avatar won Director and Picture Golden Globes, hopefully the sci-fi genre is going to get some Oscar attention this year between District 9 and Avatar. Did I mention it’s made $1.6 billion dollars? It should pass The Dark Knight’s domestic take next weekend.