On June 29, 2017, I had the pleasure of seeing Barry Rothbart perform stand-up at Punchline SF. If you haven't seen his act, I highly recommend it. He'll be hitting the road this summer, so stay tuned for announcements on his Twitter page and Facebook page. The funny thing is that both Rothbart and his…
Continue reading ➞ Highlights from ‘Cocktails & Conversation’ with ‘Downward Dog’s’ Barry Rothbart
Every once in a while a show comes along that touches people's hearts. 'Downward Dog' is one of those magical shows. We meet a cast of colorful characters that we can relate to. They draw us in and make us feel like we're not alone in this chaotic world. Everyone has issues, insecurities, fears, uncertainties,…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ S1 finale review: All you need is love
You are going to LOVE the final two episodes of 'Downward Dog's' phenomenal freshman season. "Getting What You Always Wanted" and "Lost" are loaded with feels. You'll be crying one minute and laughing the next. Martin has some of his most meaningful musings yet and Nan's life reaches a pivotal crossroads. This is a beautiful…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ Season 1 finale preview: Martin and Nan bring the feels
Martin and Nan's latest existential crisis centers on aging. On his first birthday (7th in dog years), Martin's main goal is to have the ultimate nap. When Jenn crashes his party with a puppy in tow, he is suddenly confronted by his own mortality. Similarly, Jenn and Nan go out to blow off some steam…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ S1 Ep 6 review: Not old, just older
Many news outlets are reporting how ABC's endearing new series, 'Downward Dog,' has been "put to sleep" by the alphabet network. Well, this is not one of those lamenting, defeatist, and depressing articles. We still have hope that 'Downward Dog' can find a new home. If you don't believe me, then take the creators' word…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ cancelled by ABC, but the dog days aren’t over yet
Nan, Ned and Jason all get "Trashed" in one way or another. Following suit with preceding episodes this season, 'Downward Dog's' titular theme is reflected differently in each protagonist's storyline. Nan feels unworthy compared to the New York mucky-mucks she's presenting her campaign to. Ned reveals that he's a dumpster dog to the core who…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ S1 Ep 5 review: One man’s trash is another man’s treasure
In 'Downward Dog's' latest installment, "The Full Package," Nan and Martin learn about acceptance of oneself and others. Nan broke up with Jason because she feels like he is holding her back and fears his nonchalance will be detrimental to her budding career. When she meets Eric (Timothy Omundson), she believes to have found the…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ S1 Ep 4 review: Learning to love yourself
Kat Likkel and John Hoberg have a talent for finding, writing and producing unique shows full of humor and heart. 'Downward Dog' is a fitting follow-up to 'Galavant' in many ways. Both shows are a gamble for a mainstream network like ABC because they each have a very specific tone and different narrative structure than…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ interview: Kat Likkel and John Hoberg know how to keep it real
'Downward Dog' keeps getting better with every episode and the upcoming installment is my favorite one yet. It's also the episode 'Galavant' fans have been anxiously awaiting. Cue the collective squee! Timothy Omundson ('Galavant,' 'Psych,' 'Supernatural') guest stars as Eric, a debonair and accomplished gentleman/adventurer/dog trainer who has Nan smitten at first sight. She is so…
Martin and Nan's relationship gets super real in "Loyalty." They've passed the honeymoon phase and are relaxed around each other. They may even be taking one another for granted. After all, that's what tends to happen when you get used to each other. It's all part of being a family. When the excitement fizzles, sometimes…
Continue reading ➞ ‘Downward Dog’ S1 Ep 3 review: Lowered expectations
