Idol has given back, so now it's time to get down and dirty and predict who will be your next American Idol.

Every season, the Top 12 is touted as the most talented bunch Simon and crew have ever seen. This year's group might live up to that hype, but they have the least amount of personality, and that's a problem for those of us keeping score at home.

Last week, Ryan Seacrest teased Michael Johns about how no one got sent home after Idol's charity event last season, but this year business is business, and the Aussie Freddie Mercury/Steven Tyler wannabe was sent packing.

Let me free up some of your Tuesday and Wednesday nights as the weather continues to warm up. Here's how I see things going the rest of the way:

Seven to six
Next week is Mariah Carey week, which plays to the remaining divas strength and leaves Kristy Lee Cook and Jason Castro hung out to dry.
Bottom three: Brooke White, Jason, Kristy Lee
Gone: Kristy Lee Cook
She's gorgeous, but she's on borrowed time.

Six to five
I don't know what special musical guests will be showing up moving forward, so I'm going with my gut the rest of the way.
Bottom three: Syesha Mercado, Carly Smithson, Jason
Gone: Jason Castro
The same act in the dreads week after week finally wears down.

Five to four
As we move towards the final four, the ladies are going to be in major trouble.
Bottom three: Syesha, Brooke, Carly
Gone: Syesha Mercado
She's been in the bottom three too many times to make it any further than this.

Four to three
We’re down to Brooke, Carly, David Cook, and David Archuleta. Decisions, decisions.
Bottom three: Brooke, Carly, David Archuleta
Gone: Carly Smithson
Tattoo might work for Jordin Sparks, but it will be Carly's undoing. Traditionally, this is the week when the most talented singer in the bunch goes home.

Three to two
Two guys, a girl, but no pizza place. Brooke White is sweet, but the Idol audience loves their boys. The singer/songwriter could benefit from the split vote, but the guys are too solid for the nanny to survive.
Gone: Brooke White

2 to 1
David versus David. David Archuleta has ridden his rendition of "Imagine" to the finals, but the coolness of David Cook is too much for the Idol audience to resist.

Your next American Idol: David Cook.

Now let's see how America votes.

How many of you watched American Idol's shocking results last night? I recap the show for TVGuide.com and basically deal with Idol 24/7, and I was shocked by Michael Johns elimination last night. But since there are shocking eliminations each season, the really big shock came from host Ryan Seacrest toying with poor Michael's emotions. First, he made it seem as though Carly and Syesha were the bottom two, only to say they were safe! In an instant, the shocked contestants and audience (and millions of us watching at home) knew that Michael had just been eliminated. But, with several minutes left in the show, we were all made to believe that maybe Seacrest had something up his sleeve.

Ryan then went on to say, "Last year during the Idol Gives Back week, no one was elimated." Now we all watched as relief and hope spread over Michael and the other Idol's faces... would Michael by spared after all? NOPE. Ryan then turns and says, "But this week, we'll say goodbye to Michael Johns." OMG, WTF! Ryan, and let's be fair, I'm sure producers dreamed this little scheme up (but did he have to follow the cruel game?), reached a new low as a host and a human being at that point. I can't believe the audience didn't throw things at him at that point.

One TVGuide.com user prometheus59650 described the scene best:

"I know it's already been touched on, but I have to say it anyway. Seacrest is pretty vile. It's his job to announce the eliminated contestant. No problem. What is utterly disgusting is the manner in which he did it tonight:

Announce

(Shove the knife in)

Then, "Well, last year, as you know on IGB we didn't eliminate a contestant...."

(Creates a long, drawn out pause that would give any sane person hope.)

"But Michael will be leaving us tonight."

(Drives the knife back in and twists it a few times for dramatic effect)

Utterly deplorable and inexcusable. I can stand the guy less and less as time goes on."

What did you think? Please post your thoughts here.

Traditionally, this is the time of the year when the networks roll out their best programming. However, this past television season has been anything but traditional.

Someone asked me what I'm watching these days. I feel obligated to add the following disclaimers before listing my viewing schedule below.

1) I watch a lot of TV with my wife and two young daughters.
2)Sports air in HD, and baseball season and the hockey playoffs are starting up

That being said, here's what you'll find on the TVs in the Hein house these days:

Monday

8pm/ET: Little People, Big World (TLC)
Don't knock the Roloff family until you've tried watching this show. If I hadn't already seen every episode of House, I'd watch the re-runs. Dancing with the Stars doesn't do it for me anymore.

9pm/ET House (FOX)
The doctor with the limp has moved from Tuesdays to Mondays. Great acting, quality storytelling, and "13" is must-see TV. Until the doctor is in, the combo of Two and a Half Men and Samantha Who? will tide you over. Or stay on TLC and watch Jon & Kate Plus 8.

10pm/ET CSI: Miami (CBS)
I'm not big on Caruso, but this is the best of the 10pm offerings. If you're a reality fan, you can try The Bachelor or run to The Hills, but both jumped the shark long ago.

Tuesday

8pm/ET American Idol (FOX)
I admit it. I'm hooked with the rest of my family. The Biggest Loser picks up Ryan, Randy, Paula and Simon's slack.

9pm/ET Hell's Kitchen (FOX)
Gordon Ramsay whips these would be chefs into shape in a most entertaining way. DWTS and Big Brother fans are missing the best reality show of the hour.

10pm/ET The Riches (FX)
I can't stand Eddie Izzard or Minnie Driver, but this show blows away anything on the networks at ten.

Wednesday

8pm/ET America's Next Top Model (CW)
My daughters love it, and I love to make fun of Tyra and crew. Deal or No Deal has jumped the shark by begging contestants to win the million and oversimplifying an already simple game.

9pm/ET American Idol (FOX)
An hour is too long for this results show, but Seacrest is a master at creating tension. That's sarcastic, folks.

10pm/ET South Park (Comedy Central)
Matt and Trey are getting better with age. God bless that Guitar Hero episode.

Thursday

8pm/ET My Name Is Earl/30 Rock (NBC)
I'm recording Survivor, but it's "Comedy night done right," for me on Thursdays. Earl is fading as 30 Rock is rising.

9pm/ET The Office/Scrubs (NBC)
Lost repeats, the eighth season of CSI and sappy Grey's Anatomy do not entice me; NBC Thursday night comedies do.

10pm/ET Lost (ABC)
Ah, those sweet three little words at the top of the hour..."Previously, on Lost."

Friday

8pm/ET Ghost Whisperer (CBS)
It's only a matter of time when networks start to mail it in on Friday as they now do on Saturdays. Call me immature, but Jennifer Love Hewitt talking to ghosts still peaks my interest.

9pm/ET Battlestar Galactica (Sci Fi)
The best way to prepare for an all-new episode of the best drama on TV is to watch last week's episode to get in the mood. Yes, I'm a geek.

10pm/ET Battlestar Galactica (Sci Fi)
The best frakkin' show on television.

Saturday

The networks have given up on Saturdays. So have I.

Sunday

7pm/ET 60 Minutes (CBS)
Every week, I'm fascinated how Andy Rooney keeps hanging on. That stopwatch just keeps on ticking.

8pm/ET The Simpsons/King of the Hill (FOX)
This is where you'll find the two longest running comedies on television. You'll also find me there.

9pm/ET Family Guy/American Dad (FOX)
There's a reason Peter and Lois were brought back from DVD land. Funny, funny stuff. American Dad tries really hard, but the second half of Desperate Housewives can unintentionally provide as many laughs on the right night.

10pm/ET Dexter (CBS)
If you can't wait for new episodes of America's favorite serial killer on Showtime, watching these edited repeats is the next best thing.

So tell me, what shows am I missing this spring?