NBCUniversal Direct » Amanda Massa http://www.nbcudirect.com Mon, 12 May 2014 14:41:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.7.1 NBCUniversal Stars Turn Off the Lights for Earth Week http://www.nbcudirect.com/nbcuniversal-stars-turn-off-the-lights-for-earth-week/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/nbcuniversal-stars-turn-off-the-lights-for-earth-week/#comments Tue, 22 Apr 2014 14:54:16 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7176 Continue Reading...]]> It’s Earth Week and NBCUniversal is at it again with a fun new campaign to promote sustainability and green living. Click below for a video featuring some of NBCUniversal’s top talent sharing their favorite green tips, and promoting the “Lights Off. Screens On.” campaign…. and visit www.lightsoffscreenson.com to enter a contest to win an energy-efficient TV and other green prizes!

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Max Schneider Talks ‘Crisis’ http://www.nbcudirect.com/max-schneider-talks-crisis/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/max-schneider-talks-crisis/#comments Fri, 18 Apr 2014 15:42:38 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7173 Continue Reading...]]> “Crisis” is off to a thrilling start on NBC — after an ambush on a school bus full children of Washington D.C’s elite, the country’s most powerful parents are at the mercy of one vengeful mastermind. Max Schneider, who plays Ian Martinez on the show, shares some insights into his character, how he develops over the season, and what’s coming up. Check it out!

Be sure to tune in to “Crisis” Sundays at 10/9c on NBC.

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Inside Bravo’s ‘Online Dating Rituals of the American Male’ http://www.nbcudirect.com/inside-bravos-online-dating-rituals-of-the-american-male/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/inside-bravos-online-dating-rituals-of-the-american-male/#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2014 15:55:38 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7166 Continue Reading...]]> Bravo Media unmasks the world of the booming online dating culture from the male perspective on the new docu-series, Online Dating Rituals of the American Male. Each week, the show follows two men as they hunt for their ideal partner (or fling!). Viewers will get an inside look at the male psyche from the beginning stages of trolling and communicating online to landing a date with a potential match.

In the video below, online daters Brian Reams and Marcus Pierce shared some do’s and don’ts of online dating and why they think meeting people online is the new dating norm!

Tune in to “Online Dating Rituals of the American Male” Thursdays at 10/9c on Bravo.

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‘The Real Housewives of New York City’… Season 6! http://www.nbcudirect.com/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-season-6/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/the-real-housewives-of-new-york-season-6/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2014 16:55:02 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7126 Continue Reading...]]> It’s Housewives drama to the sixth degree as the Big Apple edition kicks off the new season. In the video below, Aviva Drescher and Heather Thomas introduce Kristen Taekman — who is a model, a businesswoman and, most importantly the newest member of the Housewives crew! All three ladies dish on the dramas to come, and why they think this is the best season of RHONY yet! Check it all out in the video below.

Catch an all-new episode of “The Real Housewives of New York City” tonight at 9/8c on Bravo.

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Who Is Tom Keen? Find Out Tonight On ‘The Blacklist’ http://www.nbcudirect.com/who-is-tom-keen-find-out-tonight-on-the-blacklist/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/who-is-tom-keen-find-out-tonight-on-the-blacklist/#comments Mon, 17 Mar 2014 19:02:37 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7123 Continue Reading...]]> Up until the most recent episode of NBC’s “The Blacklist” questions have swirled around Tom Keen’s true identity. After a dramatic reveal, we know that Tom’s secret is out – he’s up to something all right. But what exactly? All those questions and more begin to get answered starting with tonight’s all-new episode airing at 10/9c.

We interviewed Ryan Eggold, who plays Tom Keen, and he promises that the excitement isn’t going to slow down any time soon. “The end of season one is like a freight train barreling off the rails,” Eggold told us. “It’s awesome. There’s so much new information coming.” Check out our video and hear Ryan tease tonight’s episode and give hints about Tom’s connection with Red and Agent Keen. Also, hear about how the cast interacts on set, and what Ryan loves most about working on one of NBC’s hottest new shows!

Watch the drama unfold tonight on an all-new episode of “The Blacklist” at 10/9c on NBC.

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Ross Mathews Shines in Season 2 of ‘Hello Ross’ http://www.nbcudirect.com/ross-mathews-shines-in-season-2-of-hello-ross/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/ross-mathews-shines-in-season-2-of-hello-ross/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2014 16:19:13 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7086 Continue Reading...]]> The second season of “Hello Ross” is in full swing, and we couldn’t be more excited! The series is the ultimate fan forum – and the place where celebrity gossip and pop culture collide. We love all that stuff, so we got “Hello Ross” host Ross Mathews to give us the low down on the super exciting new season of the show, including what celebrity guests we’re going to see, his book, and more!

Tune in to “Hello Ross” Fridays at 10/9c on E!

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New Comedy Series ‘Sirens’ Premieres Tonight on USA Network http://www.nbcudirect.com/new-comedy-series-sirens-premieres-tonight-on-usa-network/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/new-comedy-series-sirens-premieres-tonight-on-usa-network/#comments Thu, 06 Mar 2014 16:36:38 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7091 Continue Reading...]]> From co-creators Denis Leary and Bob Fisher comes “Sirens,” a new comedy series that follows the ridiculous antics of three Chicago EMTs. A group of unruly men when it comes to their personal lives, these guys are the best in the business professionally and can handle any life-threatening situation that winds up in their ambulance.

Good looking and sports-loving Johnny (Michael Mosley) leads the crew, featuring his outspoken, and refreshingly honest, longtime best friend, Hank (Kevin Daniels), and impressionable and eager new recruit Brian (Kevin Bigley). Theresa (Jessica McNamee), a smart, independent cop with the Chicago P.D. who finds herself in love purgatory with her ex, Johnny. Together this foursome delves into hot issues such as bromances, friends with benefits, and the danger of internet browser history.

Meet the cast in the video below to hear all about their characters and this exciting new series!

Tune in to the premiere of “Sirens” tonight at 10 p.m. ET for two back-to-back episodes on USA Network.

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Gabriel Macht Talks Return of ‘Suits’ http://www.nbcudirect.com/gabriel-macht-talks-return-of-suits/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/gabriel-macht-talks-return-of-suits/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2014 16:33:40 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7099 Continue Reading...]]> With USA Networks’ top-rated show “Suits” returning for six brand new episodes we decided to catch up with the show’s star Gabriel Macht to get a sneak peek at what’s coming up in the mid-season premiere, what happens with the cast on set, and more!

Check it all out in our video, and be sure to watch “Suits” on Thursday, March 6th at 9/8c.

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Retta Talks ‘Parks and Recreation’ http://www.nbcudirect.com/retta-talks-parks-and-recreation/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/retta-talks-parks-and-recreation/#comments Tue, 04 Mar 2014 15:41:18 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7095 Continue Reading...]]> “Parks and Recreation” is currently in its sixth season, and things are getting even funnier at the Pawnee Parks and Recreation Department. In the video below, Retta (who plays Donna Meagle) dishes on what’s going on this season, what her favorite thing is about playing her character, and what fun things go on behind the scenes on set! Check it out!

‘Parks & Recreation’ airs Thursday nights at 8:30/7:30c on NBC.

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Cecily Strong & Colin Jost Take Over SNL Weekend Update http://www.nbcudirect.com/cecily-strong-colin-jost-take-over-snl-weekend-update/ http://www.nbcudirect.com/cecily-strong-colin-jost-take-over-snl-weekend-update/#comments Fri, 28 Feb 2014 16:48:15 +0000 http://www.nbcudirect.com/?p=7082 Continue Reading...]]> SNL head writer Colin Jost will make his debut as co-anchor of Weekend Update this Saturday on SNL. Following Seth Meyer’s exit to host “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” Jost says he’s nervous but excited to take his seat at the desk alongside co-anchor Cecily Strong.

“I think it will be fun to be out there [on set] having worked together [with Cecily] behind the scenes for so long,” Jost told us in an interview.

Jost famously wrote for popular characters on SNL Weekend Update, including fan favorite Drunk Uncle (played by cast member Bobby Moynihan) and The Girl You Wish You Hadn’t Started a Conversation With at a Party (who is played by Strong). Jost will make his debut this weekend on “Saturday Night Live” on NBC with host Jim Parsons and musical guest Beck.

Check out the video below to see Cecily Strong and Colin Jost – and their obvious comedic chemistry – talk about anchoring together for the first time this weekend, and their special message to Lorne Michaels.

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