On SYTYCD, the top 8 performed, and performed, and performed: Five dances each, in solos, duos, and groups. We're tired just watching. Mentioned: To the Pointe with Kristyn Burtt and The Dance Room, both podcasts where you can hear from the eliminated contestants each week.

The West Wing's "The Al Smith Dinner" was a refreshing return to a rock-solid, political-procedural episode of the show. We also enjoyed the returns of Donna Moss and Will Bailey.

Next week, we'll skip West Wing and discuss Evvie Drake Starts Over, the new novel from our podcast inspiration Linda Holmes.