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OCTOBER 29 - NOVEMBER 4, 2017 staradvertiser.com HOLEY HUMOR Arthur (Judd Hirsch) and Franco (Jermaine Fowler) prepare to take on gentrifi cation, corporations and trendy food trucks in the humorously delicious sophomore season of Superior Donuts. Premieres Monday, Oct. 30, on CBS. Join host, Lyla Berg as she sits down with guests Meet the NEW SHOW WEDNESDAY! who share their work on moving our community forward. people SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE: and places Nate Gyotoku, Director of Sustainability Initiatives, KUPU that make Jerri Chong, President, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawaii 1st & 3rd Wednesday Desoto Brown, Historian, Bishop Museum Hawai‘i olelo.org of the Month, 6:30 pm Shari Chang, CEO of Girl Scouts of Hawaii Channel 53 special. Representative Jarrett Keohokalole ON THE COVER | SUPERIOR DONUTS Tasty yet topical Deliciously real laughs in alongside the shop as it continues to draw new customers with healthier breakfast alterna- faces in, while never losing sight of its regulars. tives, keeping in mind social and ethical prin- season 2 of ‘Superior Donuts’ The quick wit and bold approach to dis- ciples. The discussions surrounding millennials cussing modern issues make it unsurprising aren’t new for “Superior Donuts,” but the ad- By Kat Mulligan that the series is back for a second season. dition of Sofia provides yet another outlet for TV Media “Superior Donuts” never shies away from Arthur’s reluctance to change, as her healthy confronting topics such as gentrification, the alternatives food truck threatens to take away ong before the trends of grandes, mac- corporation creep into small neighborhoods some of the fresh clientele Franco and Arthur chiatos and pumpkin spice lattes, neigh- and the death of the small business owner. worked so hard to acquire. Lborhoods were graced with unique little Rather than succumbing to what seems an The show’s success is largely due to the treasures: independent doughnut shops. inevitability, Arthur and Franco work together dynamic between Arthur and Franco, whose Variety wasn’t necessarily found in a coffee to inspire social change, all while figuring out relationship parallels the experience actors cup — typically your two choices were caff or how to incorporate modern tastes into clas- Hirsch and Fowler bring to their respective decaf — but it did abound in the delicious ro- sic, mom-and-pop-style dining. Additionally, roles. Hirsch is no stranger to television view- tating selections of doughnuts, be they glazed, much emphasis is placed on the welcoming ers, particularly those who were around in the iced, filled or something in between. The magic environment created by small businesses, late ‘70s to mid-’80s to enjoy “Taxi.” Since then, of these locally owned establishments is won- where acceptance of all is readily encouraged, Hirsch continues to be a beacon of comedy, derfully captured in “Superior Donuts,” a com- rather than impressing conformity or exclusiv- though “Superior Donuts” marks his long- edy series based on a play by the same name, ity upon guests. awaited return to the world of sitcoms. For returning Monday, Oct. 30, on CBS. While season 1 placed much of its Hirsch, the series is an excellent example of Nestled in the busy streets of Chicago, focus on the corporate infiltration how comedy operates in the everyday, 75-year-old Arthur Przybyszewski (Judd of traditional neighborhoods and as “humor is based on the worst of Hirsch, “Taxi”) struggles to keep his beloved main streets, season 2 looks to things and the best of things,” as he doughnut shop afloat. The shop, open since pit small business against small told CBS Chicago. 1969, means everything to Arthur, but his ini- business, providing Arthur with tial resistance to change and evolving to com- a brand-new challenge. The new pete with larger franchises puts the business season introduces viewers Judd Hirsch as seen to Sofia (Diane Guerrero, in “Superior in jeopardy. Thankfully, Franco Wicks (Jermaine Donuts” Fowler, “Friends of the People”) notices that “Orange Is the New Arthur’s looking for a new employee, and brings Black”), a young food to the business a youthful energy that sees truck owner who the shop’s popularity start to return. While takes up shop di- Franco can, at times, seem a bit too optimis- rectly outside of Arthur’s Superior tic and carefree, his passion to see Superior Donuts. Her Donuts succeed reignites Arthur’s own entre- plan: to preneurial fire. Their growing relationship is at provide once humorous and endearing, blossoming 2 STAR CHANNELS OCTOber 29 - NOVEMBER 4, 2017 SOAP UPDATES By Andrew Sawyer The walls close in on swers. Cassandra stays one step ahead of an TV Media Bonnie. Adrienne calls opponent. Lucas from prison. The Young and the Restless Sami is arrested by For the week of October 23 - 27 Cane tells Juliet about his new position at Hope. Sheila looks Chancellor, and she hugs him. They share a to Eli for help. Justin, laugh when Cane tells her that Lily has re- The Bold and the Beautiful Steve and Kayla try to placed him at Brash & Sassy. Later, Victoria After having taken the Spencer CEO position free Adrienne. Eli tells A Martinez stars arrives and argues with Cane. Juliet experi- from Liam, Bill surprises his son with an offer in “Days of Our Gabi about a decision ences stomach pains when she jumps in to of employment. Sheila applies pressure to Lives” he regrets from his defend Cane. Cane tells Juliet she shouldn’t Mateo to complete the task she hired him to past. Hope asks JJ be alone and invites her to move into the perform. Although Liam is grateful to Steffy and Lani to uncover secrets about Will. Bonnie Chancellor mansion. When Lily finds out about for reuniting him with his father, he is unwill- and Sheila get ready to flee Salem. Eric con- the new living arrangement, she is shocked. ing to follow her request to stop helping Sally. fronts Brady about Nicole leaving town with Mariah exchanges looks with Tessa when Understanding that his job and livelihood are Holly. Rafe and Hope disagree about Sami. Devon and Noah reminisce about their San on the line, Mateo takes control of the situ- Kate and Chad suspect someone is sabotag- Francisco trip. Tessa tells Mariah when they ation with Quinn. Charlie tries to warn Pam ing their company. Hope gets a lead on Will. are alone that she wants to be with Noah, and about her new friendship with Sheila. Tensions Sami, Paul, Sonny, John and Marlena travel to she apologizes for any mixed signals. After her rise as Quinn and Sheila face off with Eric in be- Memphis, and Eve returns to Salem. Justin fight with Cane, Victoria experiences another tween them. Sheila’s plan to break up Eric and tells Lucas that Bonnie switched places with episode on her way home and crashes her Quinn takes a surprising turn. Katie is skeptical Adrienne. car. Chelsea happens upon the accident and when Wyatt tells her that Quinn will give them General Hospital wakes Victoria by knocking on the window. her blessing. Shirley gives Sally advice as to Franco confides in Andre. Jake knows bet- Victoria insists she’s fine and asks Chelsea to how to make Liam her own. Wyatt vows loyalty ter. Scott gets Kiki riled up. Ava searches for keep the accident a secret. Victoria interrupts to Bill as his father predicts trouble ahead. proof. Franco’s drawings take an unsettling Phyllis and Billy’s romantic evening at Top Days of Our Lives turn. Nelle goads Carly. Monica passes down of the Tower to tell Billy about her interview. Bonnie and Victor’s wedding is interrupted by a special family heirloom. Nelle is confronted Phyllis overhears their conversation and alerts Justin and Maggie. Kayla and Steve try to fig- by Michael. Maxie has a proposition. Sonny Jack that they need to expedite their men’s ure out what is causing Adrienne’s unusual be- has faith in his instincts. Andre has reason to line before Brash & Sassy. Zack is alarmed havior. Hope and Sami demand answers about worry. Michael has a change of heart. Sam’s when he runs into Scott and he mentions that Will. Jennifer advises Eric to return to Salem. celebration is cut short. Carly wants some an- he is chasing a lead for his story. DON’T MISS THIS! 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Also, Stu (Stephen in a new episode of this drama that’s loosely Meanwhile, Christy’s (Anna Faris) efforts to Tobolowsky) shares some troubling news. inspired by talk show host Phil McGraw’s earlier help a fellow alcoholic put her at risk of failing Monday career. an important test. Supergirl Wednesday Friday CW 7 p.m. Chad Lowe guest stars as American Housewife Hell’s Kitchen KITV 8:30 p.m. Thomas Coville, the leader of a KHON 7 p.m.