Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Highlights

Yankee Stadium hosts the 79th Major League Baseball All-Star Game (Channels 5 and 45 at 8), which, like any worthwhile event, deserves a red carpet. The "Red Carpet Parade Special" (at 7) precedes the midsummer classic.

Gwen Ifill sits down for an extended interview with Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama on "NewsHour With Jim Lehrer" (Channel 22 at 6 and Channel 26 at 7).

After already trading "I love yous," Ben and Amy realize they missed a step and share their first kiss on "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" (ABC Family at 8).

It could be a long night on "Celebrity Family Feud" (Channel 4 at 8) as Bill Engvall takes on Larry the Cable Guy, and Vivica A. Fox and Mo'Nique go head-to-head.

Seeing people fall is fun, but resist the urge to turn down the volume during "Wipeout" (Channel 7 at 8).The color commentary is the best part.

"The Martha Stewart Show" (Fine Living at 8) returns with new episodes, starting with tips for Asian recipes and turning photos into stationery.

While the houseguests try not to appear too horrified at Renny's outfits, she and Jessie compete for the Golden Power of Veto on "Big Brother 10" (Channel 9 at 9).

Contestants dress as babies, and then as chickens, on "I Survived a Japanese Game Show" (Channel 7 at 9). These people may have underestimated the staying power of YouTube footage.

Tom Shales previews the series debut of "The Cleaner" (A&E at 10) on Page C1.

We have producer-actor Jamie Foxx to thank for "From G's to Gents" (MTV at 10), which gives 14 guys a manners makeover -- with a $100,000 prize in the balance.

Three single moms don't try to hide any emotional baggage as they search for true love on "Must Love Kids" (TLC at 9).

"Wide Angle" (Channels 22 and 26 at 10) journeys to Mozambique to examine midwife training programs, which aim to reduce the maternal death rate.

Actor David Duchovny, Olympic shot putter Reese Hoffa and singer Jakob Dylan visit "The Tonight Show With Jay Leno" (Channel 4, 11:35).

"Late Show With David Letterman" (Channel 9, 11:35) features actress Meryl Streep, actor Aaron Eckhart and musical guest Randy Travis.

Actor Andy Samberg and actress Minnie Driver stop by "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" (Channel 7 at 12:05) and Shwayze performs.

-- Emily Yahr