LOGO Hitting Its Stride

Before we head into the weekend I wanted to quickly mention a couple of things I've liked on television lately -- LOGO TV, no less.

You may recall when the Viacom-backed LGBT network began I was a tad bit skeptical (I mean really, how many times a day can you want "Desert Hearts"?). But little by little, with shows like "Open Bar," "TransGeneration" and "Noah's Arc," I've begun to think this thing has a future.

Recently Michael and I got around to watching my recorded episodes of "Jacob and Joshua: Nemesis Rising." What a fun and interesting show. The brothers are equally hilarious -- with a yin and yang thing going on, and the peek into the recording industry -- especially for gay recording artists -- was both informative and eye-opening. I especially enjoyed their journey back home to come out to their parents (like it was necessary, but whatever).

Then LOGO sent me a screener of their new special "Love Lessons," which examines the growing industry of same-sex matchmakers and dating coaches. I lost track of the time, so the show has already had its premiere, but like most things on cable television it is in heavy rotation, so trust me when I tell you that you won't wanna miss this one.

On "Love Lessons" we meet:

Perry, 34, a cute and funky Village type guy (who Michael and I are just sure we've met before) whose one must-fill criteria for a partner is that he be HIV-positive as well. Rob Anderson, New York's only certified gay matchmaker (whatever that means), takes on the search for "Mr. Right," and the bigger job of shaking up Perry's expectations.

Rachel, 36, is a total sweetheart with an infectious smile who keeps falling for women who ultimately break her heart. L.A. matchmaker Robin Fox must help Rachel understand that she deserves better.

Last is Mark, a 37-year-old ex-flight attendant whose liaisons never seem to last. Gay dating-coach Jim Sullivan will push Mark to confront the long-hidden fears that keep him from finding love -- including a dark childhood secret.

It's nice that two of best things I've seen on television lately come from the LGBT community, for the LGBT community. Get your DVRs ready ...

Go to the "Jacob & Joshua: Nemesis Rising" page here.

Go to the "Love Lessons" page here.