"One of the most interesting things they've written in the show right now is Charlie being a lapsed Christian but at some point was very, very into it. He has to destroy the thing he believes in to get to the thing that could ultimately destroy him, and that's a deep symbolic moment for Charlie. If he wants to get back on the drugs, he's going to have to smash this symbol of what he, at one point, held very holy and true, to get to something that could ultimately send him on a one-way path to destruction."

So, Lost fans, whose fake beard was that in the wastebasket?

It seemed to me, as well, that it was Zeke's beard. The guy in the lab appeared to be Zeke. I imagine the beard is part of the chieftain role he plays -- Dr. Moreau in disguise.

I thought Libby was the ne plus ultra of Island pulchritude, from her first appearance. But, you're right, she's done something that flatters her appearance.

I noticed the irony of the H containers -- a neat touch. Also a sly "religion is the opium of the people" reference?

The whole thing about grabbing babies and injecting pregnant bellies is reminiscent of the whole saucer abduction cult thing. The "Lost" stew seems to have every ingredient imaginable.

I can't believe I am the only one here watching Battlestar Galactica. You guys are totally fucking missing the boat. When you finally get around to it on DVD, you'll know what I'm talking about.

The last few episodes have been great.