TiVo Guide Week of September 29, 2008 *spoiler alert*

"Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles" Cameron delves into her past after a software glitch lands her in a halfway house with no memory of her identity. Elsewhere, Agent Ellison probes Catherine Weaver's background on the heels of a meeting between the lawman and the Zeira Corp. CEO. Monday at 8 on Fox.

"Chuck" In the Season 2 premiere, Chuck mixes it up with a formidable operative (Michael Clarke Duncan) out to obtain a device that would potentially give rise to a new Intersect. Later, believing his spy career is behind him, Chuck asks Sarah out on a true first date. At Buy More, Morgan uses quirky means to hire a new assistant manager. Monday at 8 on NBC.

"Life" In the second-season premiere, Crews and Reese track a serial killer who's placing victims into numbered trunks around the city. Elsewhere, Ted and Crews look for the surviving daughter of the murdered family from Crews' past. Monday at 10 on NBC.

"Dancing With the Stars" The second-round results show. Tuesday at 9 on ABC.

"Privileged" Megan's modesty comes to the fore when she's surprised to find an adult DVD in Rose's book bag, and Rose reveals she is not a virgin. Later, an insecure Megan fears Jacob (David Giuntoli) is losing interest in her; and Sage asks Lily to join her at a restaurant so she can learn more about Megan. Tuesday at 9 on The CW.

"Fringe" The only thing found intact after an explosion rocks a New York City construction project is a mysterious cylinder, so Broyles enlists the trio of Olivia, Dr. Bishop and Peter to investigate the significance of the object, which seems to be related to a string of inexplicable behavior and events. Tuesday at 9:01 on Fox.

"Pushing Daisies" In the second-season premiere, Chuck goes undercover to investigate the death of a spokesmodel (Autumn Reeser) for a honey-based cosmetics company. Meanwhile, Lily takes Olive to a nunnery to keep her from telling secrets. Wednesday at 8 on ABC.

"Bones" When the mangled corpse of an office manager is found in an elevator shaft, Brennan and Booth probe the complexities of the company's politics to find out if any of the numerous grudges borne by her former coworkers shed light on her tragic death. Meanwhile, Hodgins and Angela have a long-delayed discussion about their breakup. Wednesday at 8 on Fox.

"Dirty Sexy Money" In the second-season premiere, Tripp and Letitia throw Nick an elaborate birthday party on a yacht. Meanwhile, Brian reunites with his son, and Jeremy tells Nola Lyons (Lucy Liu) about his feelings for Lisa. Later, tragedy strikes when a death occurs, followed by an arrest. Wednesday at 10:01 on ABC.

"Survivor: Gabon---Earth's Last Eden" Tension builds in one tribe when food starts to run low because of some teammates overeating. In the reward challenge, one female player is roughed up so badly that it could cause her to be cast off. The third person is voted out at tribal council. Thursday at 8 on CBS.

"My Name Is Earl" There's bubble trouble when Joy is placed in a plastic bubble because of her flesh-eating toe infection. As Earl assumes Joy's role in life (gossiping and shopping are in order), he discovers he must help her outcast children (Louis T. Moyle, Trey Carlisle), who apparently suffer from a social disorder. Thursday at 8 on NBC.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 8:50 on Fox News.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on ABC.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on CBS.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on Fox.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on NBC.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on PBS.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on CNBC.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on CNN.

"Vice Presidential Debate" Vice-presidential candidates Joe Biden (D) and Sarah Palin (R) debate at Washington University in St. Louis. Gwen Ifill moderates. Thursday at 9 on MSNBC.

"Ghost Whisperer" In the Season 4 opener, Melinda meets psychology professor Eli James (Jamie Kennedy) after Jim rescues him from a fire at the university. Melinda soon discovers Eli's near-death experience has given him the ability to hear ghosts but not see them. Fiona: Alona Tal. Friday at 8 on CBS.

"Supernanny" In the fifth-season premiere, Jo travels to New Hampshire to help a couple who are in danger of losing complete control over their four kids, including a 14-year-old bully-in-training, and she suggests a snowshoe expedition for the whole family. Friday at 9 on ABC.

"The Ex List" A marriage-minded woman searches for her Prince Charming among her many ex-boyfriends. In the pilot episode, Bella (Elizabeth Reaser) reconnects with a sensitive rocker after a psychic tells her she has already dated the man she is destined to marry. Eric Balfour guest stars. Friday at 9 on CBS.

"Beverly Hills, 90210" David takes Val, Steve and Clare to Las Vegas, where a fool and his money... Back home, Brandon helps a damsel who's in more distress than she knows; Kelly spends a night at Mark's; Steve puts his name on Brandon's old term paper. Linda: Karen Roe. Ray: Jamie Walters. Saturday at 9 on SoapNet.

"Busted Live" Rapper Tony Yayo hosts this real-time event that includes cameras accompanying law-enforcement officers on the job. Ryan Belleville and Sarah Karges report from Calvert County, Md., and Akron, Ohio. Saturday at 7 on MTV.

"MADtv" Political sketches and parodies are highlighted. Featured: Nicole Parker as Sarah Palin; Keegan-Michael Key as Barack Obama; Erica Ash as Michelle Obama; Bobby Lee as John McCain; and Arden Myrin as Cindy McCain. Saturday at 11 on Fox.

"Simpsons" Bart wants a cell phone in the worst way, and that's just how he gets one. Meanwhile, a GPS mix-up sends Lisa on a dream trip---to Machu Picchu, Peru, with Homer, Marge and Maggie. The guest cast includes Denis Leary, who provides his own voice. Sunday at 8 on Fox.

"The Unit" The team boards a commercial flight in order to protect a scientist they believe is a target to be assassinated by terrorists who recently led a plot to kill the U.S. president. Meanwhile, the team wives adjust to their new locations and identities. Sunday at 10 on CBS.

"Californication" Hank meets and befriends a legendary record producer while serving time in jail and entertains the notion of writing the man's biography; Charlie is fired when his duplicitous former assistant bad-mouths him to the president of the agency. Sunday at 10 on Showtime.