A few days ago, Joel gave four reasons why Conan O'Brien made the right move to TBS. He mentioned, among other things, the control Conan will have over the new program and not having to fight for affiliates to air the program instead of 'Seinfeld' or 'The Simpsons.'

A fifth reason can also be added. A broader reason encompassing not just Conan's show, but the current talk shows that populate the cable horizon. You see, cable is the future of late night talk shows. I see you rolling your eyes and chuckling! However, I would hold off in calling me various versions of 'idiot' until you hear me out.

Here's tonight's TV lineup (all times are Eastern). All shows mentioned are new, except where otherwise noted.

8:00 to 9:00

• CBS: 'The New Adventures of Old Christine' and 'Accidentally on Purpose'
• The CW: 'America's Next Top Model'
• FOX: 'Human Target'
• NBC: The recently renewed 'Minute to Win It'
• Cartoon Network: 'Dude, What Would Happen?'

9:00 to 10:00

• CBS: 'Criminal Minds'
• The CW: 'Fly Girls' and 'High Society'
• FOX: Another 'American Idol' results show
• BBC America: season premieres of 'Peep Show' and 'That Mitchell and Webb Look'
• Discovery: 'Mythbusters'
• Fine Living Network (FLN): 'Whatever, Martha!'
• SyFy: 'Ghost Hunters'

10:00 to 11:00 (and beyond)

• ABC: 'Ugly Betty' (yes, it's still on!)
• CBS: 'CSI:NY'
• NBC: 'Law & Order: SVU'
• A&E: 'Dog the Bounty Hunter' and 'Billy the Exterminator'
• Bravo: 'Shear Genius' and 'Top Chef Masters'
• Comedy Central: 'South Park' and 'Ugly Americans'
• Food Network: 'Diner: Impossible'
• SyFy: 'Destination Truth'
• USA: More witness relocation hilarity on 'In Plain Sight'

Check your local TV listings for more information.

After the jump, the late night talk shows.

Sherri Shepherd appeared on 'The Mo'Nique Show' still riding high on 'The View's' Daytime Emmy win last August for "Best Talk Show Host." But, according to Shepherd, her reaction to winning the award was less-than-dignified.

"I was in Miami, and I didn't even go because we didn't think we were going to win," Shepherd said. "So, when they opened up the envelope and they were like, 'The winner is 'The View,'' I was sitting there in my pajamas ... I got up ... I screamed. I peed on myself."

Watch the video after the jump.

No doubt aware of industry buzz that Mo'Nique is sure to score an Oscar nomination for her role in 'Precious' as the title character's abusive mother, Terrence Howard offers a bit of helpful advice to the actress and talk show host during an interview on 'The Mo'Nique Show.'

Howard, who was nominated for his role in 'Hustle and Flow,' had this to say on receiving the nomination itself: "You'll be sitting there in front of that television pretending to sleep, and at 5:15 when they mention your name, tears will roll out of your eyes ... and you'll sit there and you'll pray that you are not dreaming."

Watch the video after the jump.

This week on TV: 'Mo'Nique' is back, Jim and Pam tie the knot and a 'Drop Dead' surprise ...

MONDAY, OCT. 5
'The Mo'Nique Show' (11PM, BET) series premiere
It's Mo'Nique's world these days, as the comedienne and sitcom star launches her nightly talk show just as buzz ramps up about a possible Oscar nomination for her role in the indie drama 'Precious.' As for the talk show, it'll be a familiar mix of celeb guests, musical performances and an in-house DJ. Her first guest tonight: Fellow comedian Steve Harvey, while Chris Rock pops in on Thursday.

'Sherri' – 'The View' co-host Sherri Shepherd stars in this sitcom based on her real-life divorce (7PM, Lifetime) series premiere
'Let's Make a Deal' – Wayne Brady hosts this daytime remake of the Monty Hall game show classic (Check listings, CBS)
'Rita Rocks' – 2nd season premiere (7:30PM, Lifetime)
'Gossip Girl' – Hilary Duff and Tyra Banks guest star (9PM, The CW)
'How I Met Your Mother' – Barney asks Ted to teach him how to date Robin (8PM, CBS)