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The Spinoff
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Spinoff
‘Who's this idiot?': Courtney Dawson on the irresistible pull of reality TV
The comedian and star of TVNZ series new series Don't, takes us through her life in television. In one of the funnier scenes from TVNZ's new documentary series Don't, Courtney Dawson gets dressed up to face one of life's greatest challenges: buying a house. With a charming purple feather fascinator atop her head, Dawson and comedian Bubbah (resplendent in a pair of pink lace gloves) meet with an Auckland real estate agent to find out exactly what people need to do today to buy a home – other than look the part of a wealthy homeowner. 'We thought we better get dressed up like ladies from Remuera,' Dawson laughs over Zoom. 'So we got some gorgeous wee crowns and silly little jewels, and we had a great time.' In Don't, Bubbah is joined by Dawson, Rhiannon McCall and Bailey Poching as they tackle the big issues facing young New Zealanders today: getting married, having children and buying a home. They speak to a variety of experts to learn what their options are, and consider what 'living the dream' in Aotearoa really means for our younger generations. It's the latest TV project for Dawson (Ngāti Kurī, Ngāti Amaru) who, as well as being an award-winning comedian, has appeared on shows like Rags are Riches, Have You Been Paying Attention NZ, Paddy Gower Has Issues and Celebrity Treasure Island. Not only was Don't a chance for Dawson to work with her friend Bubbah ('as soon as I got asked to be part of the project, I was like, 'if Bubba's in, I'm in''), Dawson appreciated how the docuseries offered a variety of perspectives from young people. 'It was nice to think it's actually all good if you don't want to own a home. There's lots of different ways to live a life.' That includes living your life through television, of course, so we sat down with Dawson to delve into a past filled with a nightmarish alien experience, an empowering Celebrity Treasure Island moment and a strong yearning to watch Love Island at the pub. My earliest TV memory is… My nan had a strong VCR game and she recorded all the episodes of the BBC's The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. I have vivid memories of going to this beautiful mid century cabinet and picking out the videos with the labels all peeling off and her beautiful handwriting. I would watch it and be completely transported. The TV show I loved as a kid was… The Simpsons was a big thing in my family, but we also had long periods of having no TV as well, probably because we were homeschooled. The Simpsons was the one that we would all stop and watch. My earliest TV crush was… Jonathan Taylor Thomas from Home Improvement, but I was a hard out tomboy so I would never admit that I had a crush on him. My best friend did, and I'd be like, 'oh, you're yuck', but really, I had a secret poster of him in my room from a Girlfriend magazine. The TV moment that haunts me is… Like lots of kids who grew up in the 90s, I was terrified of The X-Files. Whenever I used to hear theme music, I would run into my room. One night I was brave and sneaky and I peeked out – with just one eye – to look at the TV. As I was doing it, there was an alien that was peeking out from behind a drainpipe. I had nightmares that night, and I've had a recurring nightmare about that alien for years. My TV guilty pleasure is… Love Island. I thought reality TV was a waste of time, but my flatmate is a big reality TV fan. I'd walk in the lounge when she was watching Love Island and be like, 'who's this idiot?' Before I knew it, I was fully invested in all of these people's lives and looking them up on Instagram. I don't know whether I like Love Island, or I just like yelling at the TV. That's the only thing that I'm jealous of with men, is that they get to watch their programmes in bars and yell at the TV in public. I would love to do that with Love Island. My favourite moment from my own TV career is… Celebrity Treasure Island. It was an amazing but real harrowing experience. There was one challenge where we had to throw sacks of sand at a pole and knock it off. I was hanging back, but as soon as I threw it, all of this muscle memory came back from when I used to play softball, and I ended up knocking both the poles off. I felt like the most powerful woman alive. The funniest person on TV is… Bubbah, and I'm not just saying this because we made a show together. She's so funny on stage and television, but she's also a genuinely crackup person in her normal life. She's done something similar to Tofiga [Fepulea'i] in that she's built this beautiful, amazing career on her terms, in her own community, which is a real testament to the natural charisma that she has and the strong values that she has. She's a really inspiring, awesome person. My favourite TV show that I've ever been involved with is… My first TV show that I ever did, Rags are Riches. It was this little Māori TV show that Joe Daymond made. The only person on the cast and crew who had ever done TV before was the soundie. None of us had any idea, but it was so fun. The most stylish person on TV is… Janaye Henry. She made a show called 2 Cents 2 Much, and far out, the outfits and the styling of the set was so good. I re-watched it recently just to look at her outfits for inspiration. The TV show I wish I was involved with is… Taskmaster. It looks so fun. If I can make a career out of playing games on television, that would be awesome. What is your most watched TV show of all time? I've watched every season of Black Mirror because I'm terrified of AI and I like scaring myself. The show I'll never watch, no matter how many people tell me to is… Game of Thrones. The more someone tells me to watch something, the less likely I am to watch it. I'm happy you guys got to enjoy your dragons, but that's just not going to happen for me. The last thing I watched on TV was… Black Mirror, and before that, Severance, because I'm scared of computers. I'm scared of the robots. I love horror stuff, so combining fake horror with potential real life horror, that's my favourite.
Buzz Feed
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Home Improvement Episode Goes Viral For Being Woke
It's no exaggeration to say that there's an entire section of society who are quick to diminish any display of equality or morality as 'woke' or 'leftist' these days, with much of their disdain for these things seemingly stemming from the misconception that being 'politically correct' is a new and unwarranted phenomenon. Which is why a resurfaced clip from the '90s sitcom Home Improvement has caused quite a stir, with viewers pointing out that the overriding message of the episode would spark outrage from this particular group of people if it were to air on our TVs today. For reference, Home Improvement followed the life of DIY TV show host Tim Taylor, played by Tim Allen, his wife Jill, and their three sons. It originally aired on ABC between 1991 and 1999. And earlier this week, scenes from the Season 6 episode 'The Feminine Mistake" went viral on TikTok for the lesson Tim teaches his son Brad, played by Zachery Ty Bryan. The episode initially aired in May 1997, and shows Brad telling his girlfriend Angela to make him a sandwich — also suggesting that she make one for his dad, too. 'I don't need Angela to make me a sandwich,' Tim tells Brad, who insists: 'She doesn't mind,' which Angela echoes. Tim reiterates: 'I don't need you to make me a sandwich, thanks.' 'Very smooth, Brad,' Tim says to his son when they are alone in the next scene. 'I'm talking about you and Angela; the way you snapped your fingers, and she just jumped into action… You ever wonder why she does stuff like that?' 'She enjoys it,' Brad responds, but Tim argues: 'I'm not so sure. Sometimes girls do that because they're afraid if they don't do stuff like that, men won't like them.' 'You're just saying that because you ended up marrying someone like Mom,' Brad says, prompting a furious 'excuse me?!' from his father. 'I didn't 'end up' with Mom, I love her. I love her because she's a strong woman,' Tim asserts, to which Brad asks: 'You like that she gives you a hard time? When Tim says that he does, Brad asks: 'And you think that's good?' and Tim reasons: 'Well, I don't know, it works for me… But maybe having Angela as your sandwich girl works for you, your whole life is sandwiches!' Later, Brad stops Angela from making him a sandwich, and when she insists that she doesn't mind, he says: 'Well, I do,' later adding: 'I like you… I don't think a girl should do stuff for a guy when he can do it on his own.' Since being posted to TikTok, this clip has been liked almost 200k times, and racked up thousands of comments — with many of them saying the same thing.'this would be called woke today,' a popular comment reads. Somebody else echoed: 'They tried to do a story like this these days MAGA would call it 'woke' and call for a boycott of everyone involved.''Funny how back then the audience would have perceived the dad as a 'good man', whereas now the same audience would call him 'woke/soft/leftist,'' another user added.'now you would have 300 guys complaining it's woke,' one more agreed, while somebody else observed: 'It's almost like 'wokeness' that people keep referring to has always been there, it just wasn't wrapped up in inflated egos fueled by political rhetoric.'And one more concluded: 'I got so many of my lessons in being a man from 90s sitcoms. Just human lessons, not activists lessons.'
CNET
6 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Best Home Depot Memorial Day Deals: 45+ Big Discounts on Power Tools, Pizza Ovens and So Much More
Memorial Day is finally here, and that means there are plenty of deals available to shop. If your long weekend plans have left you with some time and a passion for home improvement, then look no further. Home Depot's huge Memorial Day sale has brought some big savings on appliances, grills, tools, patio furniture and more. Whether you're looking for a new washing machine, lawnmower or an outdoor pizza oven, you'll find one on sale at Home Depot. CNET's team of shopping experts has gone through all the sales pages to find the best Home Depot Memorial Day deals you should grab right now. Just be warned that these discounts aren't sure to return tomorrow, so snap them up when you can. Today is the best day to grab these deals, but if you don't see something you like, make sure to check back in regularly. We're going to update this roundup throughout Memorial Day and beyond so you don't miss any deals during Home Depot's Memorial Day shopping event. Best Home Depot Memorial Day deals DeWalt/CNET DeWalt 20V Max cordless drill kit: $99 Save $80 $99 at Home Depot This cordless DeWalt drill can help you tackle just about any project on your to-do list this summer. It has a two-speed transmission and 16 clutch settings for serious versatility and it boasts 300 UWO of power. This is one of the best Memorial Day deals we've spotted and better yet it also includes two 1.3Ah batteries and a charger so you can work without interruption, as well as a handy contractor bag for easy transport. $99 at Home Depot What should I buy at Home Depot on Memorial Day? There are some incredible bargains you can shop right now at Home Depot's Memorial Day sale. Some of the best offers include up to 35% off major appliances, 30% off patio furniture and grills and $150 off power tools. There are also plenty of deals for inside your home, including discounts on furniture, decor, storage solutions and more. How long is Home Depot's Memorial Day sale? Home Depot's Memorial Day sale kicked off on May 15 and will run until May 28 -- two days after Memorial Day. Note that not all deals will be available for the entire period, and some bargains are sure to sell out fast. So if you see a deal you don't want to miss, place your order quickly. Is Home Depot open on Memorial Day? Yes, Home Depot will be open on Memorial Day this year. Stores will be open during their regular hours tomorrow, which can vary by location. If you want to shop the deals in-person tomorrow, you can use Home Depot's store locator to find your nearest store and confirm their standard hours of operation. What is on sale for Memorial Day? There are tons of deals on outdoor tools, gear and apparel to help you prepare for the warm summer weather, but that's not all. You'll find there are plenty of chances to save on top tech, major appliances, mattresses and more, too. Several other retailers have launched sales as well -- including Amazon and Walmart -- and we've rounded up some of the best deals available now. How we choose the best Memorial Day deals Our team of expert shoppers and deal-hunters has spent years helping buyers determine which major sales and deals are legitimately good and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless other shopping events. We've become very good at weeding out scams and superficial deals, so you see only the best offers from all retailers, including the Home Depot deals noted above. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when selecting a deal. We consider price history to ensure costs aren't inflated to make a discount seem more substantial than it is. We choose products we've tested or have top reviews because if an item breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn't worth it. Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short time or will only be available for the remaining stock, we'll let you know up front so you don't return to the deal later only to be disappointed.
CNET
7 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Best Home Depot Memorial Day Deals: Over 40 Big Discounts on Tools, Appliances and Other Essentials
It's Memorial Day, and that means you now have plenty of deals available to shop. If your long weekend plans have left you with some time and an urge for home improvement, look no further than here. Home Depot's huge Memorial Day sale has brought some big savings on appliances, grills, tools and patio furniture. Whether you're looking for a washing machine, lawnmower or an outdoor dining set, you'll find one on discount at Home Depot. CNET's team of shopping experts have gone through all the deals to find the best Home Depot Memorial Day deals you should grab right now. Today is the best day to grab these deals, but if you don't see something you like, make sure to check back in regularly. We're going to update this roundup throughout Memorial Day and beyond so you don't miss any deals throughout Home Depot's Memorial Day shopping event. Best Home Depot Memorial Day deals DeWalt/CNET DeWalt 20V Max cordless drill kit: $99 Save $80 $99 at Home Depot This cordless DeWalt drill can help you tackle just about any project on your to-do list this summer. It has a two-speed transmission and 16 clutch settings for serious versatility and it boasts 300 UWO of power. This is one of the best Memorial Day deals we've spotted and better yet it also includes two 1.3Ah batteries and a charger so you can work without interruption, as well as a handy contractor bag for easy transport. $99 at Home Depot What should I buy at Home Depot on Memorial Day? There are some incredible bargains you can shop right now at Home Depot's Memorial Day sale. Some of the best offers include up to 35% off major appliances, 30% off patio furniture and grills and $150 off power tools. There are also plenty of deals for inside your home, including discounts on furniture, decor, storage solutions and more. How long is Home Depot's Memorial Day sale? Home Depot's Memorial Day sale kicked off on May 15 and will run until May 28 -- two days after Memorial Day. Note that not all deals will be available for the entire period, and some bargains are sure to sell out fast. So if you see a deal you don't want to miss, place your order quickly. Is Home Depot open on Memorial Day? Yes, Home Depot will be open on Memorial Day this year. Stores will be open during their regular hours tomorrow, which can vary by location. If you want to shop the deals in-person tomorrow, you can use Home Depot's store locator to find your nearest store and confirm their standard hours of operation. What is on sale for Memorial Day? There are tons of deals on outdoor tools, gear and apparel to help you prepare for the warm summer weather, but that's not all. You'll find there are plenty of chances to save on top tech, major appliances, mattresses and more, too. Several other retailers have launched sales as well -- including Amazon and Walmart -- and we've rounded up some of the best deals available now. How we choose the best Memorial Day deals Our team of expert shoppers and deal-hunters has spent years helping buyers determine which major sales and deals are legitimately good and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless other shopping events. We've become very good at weeding out scams and superficial deals, so you see only the best offers from all retailers, including the Home Depot deals noted above. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when selecting a deal. We consider price history to ensure costs aren't inflated to make a discount seem more substantial than it is. We choose products we've tested or have top reviews because if an item breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn't worth it. Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short time or will only be available for the remaining stock, we'll let you know up front so you don't return to the deal later only to be disappointed.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Is Home Depot Open on Memorial Day 2025?
Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for home improvement projects, and many shoppers wonder: Is Home Depot open on Memorial Day? Whether you're finally tackling that backyard upgrade or looking to take advantage of major appliance deals, good news—Home Depot will be open for Memorial Day 2025. The retailer is known for offering some of its biggest sales of the season over the holiday weekend, making it a go-to destination for DIYers, gardeners, and anyone refreshing their home for summer. From power tools and mulch to patio sets and grills, Memorial Day deals at Home Depot tend to cover all the essentials for your next project or gathering. Yes, Home Depot stores will be open on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025. Shoppers can expect regular in-store access to everything from seasonal plants and soil to paint and power washers. The home improvement giant consistently keeps its doors open during most major holidays, and Memorial Day is no exception. No matter what you're shopping for this time around, Home Depot will be ready to welcome customers. SIGN UP for the Dengarden / Parade Home & Garden newsletter for a weekly dose of our favorite house hacks, decor trends and shopping deals Most Home Depot locations will operate during their standard business hours on Memorial Day, which are typically 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. However, hours can vary depending on the store, so it's a good idea to check with your local location before heading out. You can also expect special Memorial Day promotions running throughout the long weekend. These often include discounts on outdoor furniture, lawn and garden supplies, grills, tools, and large appliances—ideal for those planning summer upgrades. Buying a new grill, stocking up on soil, or finally fixing that fence? Either way, Home Depot's Memorial Day hours offer plenty of time to shop and save. Just remember to check your local store's exact schedule, especially if you're planning to shop early or late in the day. With extended sales and regular store hours, Home Depot makes it easy to turn your Memorial Day weekend into a productive and budget-friendly start to Home Depot Open on Memorial Day 2025? first appeared on Dengarden on May 25, 2025
