Originally posted Sunday, June 22, 2018 by RODNEY HO/rho@ajc.com on his AJC Radio & TV Talk blog
Decatur native Omari Hardwick is back as Ghost on the hit Starz show "Power" Sunday while "Big Brother" comes back with its 20th incarnation Wednesday. And "Glow" returns for a second season on Netflix.
Otherwise, it’s a super quiet week. History does provide a special about how Detroit is perking up and Bravo is giving Kandi Burruss another spin-off show.
This covers Monday, June 25 through Sunday, July 2, 2018.
MONDAY
"The Bachelorette" 8 p.m. ABC — In Las Vegas, Colton and Becca explore the desert from an unusual vantage point; nine bachelors visit iconic entertainer Wayne Newton and his wife at their lavish estate.
"Believer" 8 p.m. HBO — This documentary examines the treatment of the LGBTQ community by the Mormon Church.
"Dietland" 9 p.m. AMC — In the final stage of The New Baptist Plan, Plum experiences the harsh reality of dating; Jennifer shocks with an unexpected target.
"Cultureshock" 9 p.m. A&E (new series) — The five-part documentary series takes an in-depth look at the untold stories behind watershed moments in pop culture that have had a lasting impact on our society..
"Salvation" 9 p.m. CBS (second season debut) — The secret of the asteroid becomes public following a nuclear incident, setting the world on a dangerous course.
"Elementary" 10 p.m. CBS — Holmes' former sobriety sponsor, Alfredo, asks for his help with an illegal endeavor in order to save his brother.
TUESDAY
"Animal Kingdom" 9 p.m. TNT — Deran gets to know his father Billy and helps J with a dilemma as Pearce closes in on Smurf's laundering operation.
"Chopped" 9 p.m. Food (39th season debut) — This show debuted in 2007 but is now up to 39 seasons!
"Humans" 10 p.m. AMC — Laura and the Dryden Commission visit the Railyard.
"Love Is__" 10 p.m. BET — Yasir and Nuri confess their love, and Yasir makes an important decision.
"Younger" 10 p.m. TV Land — Liza takes a chance on a charming journalist, both professionally and personally.
WEDNESDAY
"MasterChef" 8 p.m. Fox — The contestants face a mystery box challenge where they must create a dish using one common ingredient—walnuts.
"Big Brother" 8 p.m. CBS (20th season debut) — Atlanta flight attendant and former Miss Missouri Bayleigh Dayton is competing for $500,000.
"Gordon Ramsay's 24 Hours To Hell and Back" 9 p.m. Fox — Gordon Ramsay's "Hell on Wheels" travels to the Brownstone Bistro, a Cajun fusion restaurant located in Los Angeles.
"Yellowstone" 10 p.m. Paramount — As the dust settles from the shootout, the Duttons deal with the potential repercussions.
"Queen Sugar" 10 p.m. OWN — Remy and Nova address their feelings; Violet receives a business proposal.
"Code Black" 10 p.m. CBS — Elliot fears the worst after hearing the emotional testimony by Detective Gomez's wife at his malpractice trial.
"Colony" 10 p.m. USA — Will, Broussard, Amy, and Bram work together to kidnap a high-ranking IGA officer.
THURSDAY
"The Four" 8 p.m. Fox — Rapper Sharaya J of Kennesaw has survived two challenges to date despite being treated for chemo for breast cancer.
"Marvel's Cloak & Dagger" 8 p.m. Freeform — Tandy pushes the limits of her newfound powers as she infiltrates a Roxxon event to identify a key player in the mystery surrounding her father.
"RuPaul's Drag Race" 8 p.m. VH1 (10th season finale) — Aquaria is the favorite to win.
"Marlon" 9 p.m. NBC — Marlon decides to buy the house he has been renting since the separation.
"Match Game" 9 p.m. ABC — Jack McBrayer, Jenifer Lewis, James Van Der Beek, Ellie Kemper, Anthony Anderson and Kate Flannery.
"Alone" 10 p.m. History — The survivalists begin to face external and internal threats as they work to secure food and complete their shelters.
"American Woman" 10 p.m. Paramount — Jessica's big break comes as Bonnie struggles with her new routine as a single mother.
"Shooter" 10 p.m. USA — Bob Lee visits a local prison for answers about his dad's murder.
"Take Two" 10 p.m. ABC — Much to Eddie's chagrin, Sam agrees to take the case of a Hollywood producer who claims he's innocent of killing his mistress.
WEEKEND
"Taken" 9 p.m. Saturday NBC (series finale) — With Hart in grave danger, the team must find their own way to stop Ramsey before his plan to assassinate a senator starts a war with international terrorists.
"Killer Single Dad" 9 p.m. Sunday Lifetime — Newly single Jennifer meets single dad Garrett at her daughter's preschool. She's swayed by his charm but in the dark about his goals. Garrett is really a serial killer!
"Power" 9 p.m. Sunday Starz (fifth season debut) — Ghost, Tommy and Kanan get ready to take down their mutual enemy Dre
"Claws" 9 p.m. Sunday TNT — Desna, in an attempt to cozy up to Matilde, Ruval's mother, puts together a spa day for her and a couple of young girls from his charity.
"The Good Witch" 9 p.m. Sunday Hallmark (fourth season finale) — Sam and Cassie have to accept that their wedding might not be as perfect as planned.
"Detroit: Comeback City" 9 p.m. Sunday History — A look at a city that once was considered dead.
"Kandi Koated Nights" 9 p.m. Sunday Bravo (new series) — Kandi Burruss takes her web-based series talking about sex and relationships and takes it to good old-fashioned TV.
"The Affair" 9 p.m. Sunday Showtime — Noah's attempt to teach his students a lesson in civic duty spirals out of control; Helen can't handle Vik's decision and goes behind his back, only to find resistance everywhere she turns.
"Preacher" 10 p.m. Sunday AMC — Desperate to escape Angelville and his family, Jesse attempts to forge an unlikely alliance with a familiar adversary.
"Shades of Blue" 10 p.m. Sunday NBC — Harlee questions her own sanity as Wozniak keeps secrets from those closest to him.
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