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*Three Sheets*
Three Sheets
Directed by	Mike Kelly
Starring	Zane Lamprey
Country of origin	United States
No. of seasons	3
No. of episodes	33
Production
Editors	Brian Musser ; Alex Perrault
Running time	aprox. 30m
Original release
Network	MOJO HD until Dec 1, 2008 ; Fine Living Network starting May 29, 2009
Release	June 18, 2006 –; present

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Three Sheets is an international travelogue/pub-crawl television series on MOJO HD in the United States. "Three Sheets," which is a humorous trip through different drinks and drinking cultures around the world, the third season wrapped up on July 10th, 2008. The series features comedian Zane Lamprey who travels worldwide and engages in local alcohol-related customs. In each episode, Lamprey eats the local food, which is followed by learning about the customs and libations of that area and then experiences the local hangover cure. The series is produced by Screaming Flea Productions.

Format

Each episode begins with an overview of the places Zane will visit on his trip to the location that is the topic of the episode. Typically over the course of the episode, Zane will introduce different local alcoholic beverages and frequently spend some time with either a bar tender or alcohol-maker to learn more about the drink. Many times when a new term or idea is introduced a note will pop on the screen to provide further information or help with pronunciation.

There are a number of recurring segments and gags that are unique to the show. For one, a voice over feature called the professor will come on to introduce an in-depth history of description of a place or drink. Also, Zane often refers to his drinking buddy, a stuffed monkey named Pleepleus, who appears at random points in the show.

Many episodes feature references to a friend of Zane's from college named Steve McKenna who is noteworthy for his drinking exploits. Zane coined the term Steve McKenna'd which he defines as "To be inebriated to the point where one loses control of their actions. Examples may include drunk dialing, no restraint over bodily functions, streaking, etc." Example "Sorry I hit on your mom last night, I was Steve Mckenna'd."

MOJO Network goes off the air

MOJO HD is a now defunct American VOD television channel, owned by iN Demand Networks. As a linear television channel, it replaced INHD on May 1, 2007. iN Demand, the owner of MOJO HD, canceled its MOJO HD regularly scheduled programming on December 1, 2008, but will continue to provide OnDEMAND programs.^[1]

Efforts to return the series to television

With the ending of the MOJO HD network on December 1, 2008, it is unclear whether Three Sheets will continue on another network. The fourth season has been put into production with a majority of the shows completed. Zane Lamprey has personally expressed to the fans of the show to write other networks in an attempt to find the show a new home. The channels that have been asked to purchase Three Sheets are, the Travel Channel, Spike TV, Food Network on which Zane Lamprey hosts Have Fork, Will Travel. ^[2]

Zane wrote on March 18, 2009:

I've spoken with the new network, and they've asked that I personally make the announcement Three Sheets will be gracing their network. But, they've asked that I wait until the deal is done-- when they assure me is by the end of this week, or early next week.
So... Three Sheets is saved. And as soon as I get the official nod, I'll post it here on my web site. In the meantime, if you were at the party and heard Steve McKenna leak the news, please refrain from posting the name of the new network here. I gotta respect our new home.
It'll only be a few days now. I promise! ^[3]

Though Zane has not publicly made an announcement it has been reported by friends of the show that Three Sheets will be airing on Fine Living Network starting sometime this summer. This has been posted multiple times on his websites forum by friends of the show.

According to its website, [1] the Fine Living Network has added Three Sheets to its line up with the first new episode "New Zealand" airing at 8pm PT on May 29, 2009.

Recurring characters

Throughout Zane's travels, he meets a number of diverse, and unique characters. During the "NY Pub Crawl", several of these individuals returned to the show. These included:

Steve McKenna

A running gag on the show (see above), Zane's college friend Steve first made an actual appearance during the episode "Three Sheets to Kentucky". During the episode, Steve invented a drink (The Irish American) and ended the episode in typical Steve McKenna fashion.

Logan "The Beer Hunter"

Logan travels the world always in search of the greatest brews. His zeal for beer was first documented during the episode "Three Sheets to Belgium" where he met Zane at the Delirium Cafe in Brussels. He had a penchant for stealing Zane's beer.

Jim the Cop

Jim, a New York police officer, ran into Zane in Puerto Rico. He lost a beer chugging contest and returned to the States in shame. He 'contacted MOJO to demand a rematch' to take place in NYC. During the "NYC Pub Crawl", Zane and Jim had a rematch. While the results were considerably closer, he lost again, while spilling a good deal of beer on his shirt. Zane now makes reference to someone who has spilled beer on themselves during the course of chugging a drink as having "Jim the Cop'd". He made a guest appearance during the Las Vegas episode where he wins at celebrity poker, defeating pro player and fellow MOJOHD show host Phil Laak.

Pleepleus the Monkey

Pleepleus is Zane's main travel companion, so he does not have to drink alone at times. (Given to him by his wife who appeared in the Las Vegas episode). Zane has said that whenever Pleepleus appears on camera it means he is thinking about his wife Jennifer Roa. Pleepleus is a "retired" Ty Beanie Baby by the name "SWINGER the Monkey". ^[4]

Others

Often the crew will appear on camera usually the sound operations manager "sound guy" as known to the audience, and the shows field producer Christina Kindwall. Often Curtis the cameraman will appear but only as a photo image because of his inability to place himself on camera.

Fellow MOJOHD show host Dave Hill (comedian) has been featured on two episodes of Three Sheets in his outfit and persona for his television show The King of Miami.

Drinking game rules

The show also doubles as a drinking game, introduced in the Costa Rica episode. The rules are as follows:

Rule 1: When Zane drinks, you drink.

Rule 2: The first person to spot Pleepleus the monkey, makes someone else drink.

Rule 3: When Zane mentions his friend, Steve McKenna, everyone drinks.

Rule 4: When Zane or anyone burps, the last person to give the "Good Burp" sign (thumb on your forehead, pinky in the air) drinks.

Rule 5: If you "Jim-The-Cop" (spill your beer while drinking, or chugging) you have to buy someone a drink. If you're watching at home, or a friend's house, make a run to the fridge.

Rule 6: (New Rule for Season Three) If you ever spot Zane holding a drink improperly you can make someone drink. Proper positions are listed with drink types below.

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"Type of Drinks"

FOO FOO DRINK This would be a drink that masks the taste of alcohol with the taste of sugar. They are sweet, blended, brightly colored, or have an umbrella in them. In this case, Zane's pinky should be up in the air.

MAN-GRIP DRINK This is a general drink, like a Beer, Jack & Coke, Vodka Cranberry, where the sweetness doesn't hide the taste of alcohol. In this case, all of Zane's fingers should be in contact with the glass.

GENTLEMAN'S DRINK (The Frank Sinatra). This is a straight-up spirit, like Bourbon, Scotch, Tequila, or anything else that is not cut (except by water, vermouth, or club soda). All fingers should be on the glass except for the index finger-- It should be pointing out with confidence

Episodes

Season 1

#	Title	Original airdate
01	"Three Sheets to Belgium"	June 18, 2006
02	"Three Sheets to Costa Rica"	June 25, 2006
03	"Three Sheets to Wales"	July 2, 2006
04	"Three Sheets to Champagne"	July 9, 2006
05	"Three Sheets to Jamaica"	July 16, 2006
06	"Three Sheets to Ireland"	July 23, 2006
07	"Three Sheets to Tequila, Mexico"	July 30, 2006
08	"Three Sheets to Belize"	August 6, 2006

Season 2

#	Title	Original airdate
09	"Three Sheets to Croatia"	March 14, 2007
10	"Three Sheets to Japan"	March 21, 2007
11	"Three Sheets to Czech Republic"	March 28, 2007
12	"Three Sheets to Philippines"	April 04, 2007
13	"Three Sheets to Venice"	April 11, 2007
14	"Three Sheets to Taipei"	April 18, 2007
15	"Three Sheets to Munich"	April 25, 2007
16	"Three Sheets to Puerto Rico"	May 2, 2007
17	"Three Sheets to South Korea"	May 9, 2007
18	"Three Sheets to Kentucky"	May 16, 2007

Special

#	Title	Original airdate
19	"NY Pub Crawl"	December 31, 2007

Season 3

#	Title	Original airdate
20	"Three Sheets to Chile"	April 10, 2008
21	"Three Sheets to Rio de Janeiro"	April 17, 2008
22	"Three Sheets to Portugal"	April 24,2008
23	"Three Sheets to Hong Kong"	May 1,2008
24	"Three Sheets to Las Vegas"	May 8,2008
25	"Three Sheets to Gibraltar"	May 15,2008
26	"Three Sheets to Denmark"	May 22,2008
27	"Three Sheets to Saigon"	May 29,2008
28	"Three Sheets to Scotland"	June 5,2008
29	"Three Sheets to Barcelona"	June 12,2008
30	"Three Sheets to Cognac"	June 19,2008
31	"Three Sheets to Bangkok"	June 26,2008
32	"Three Sheets to Argentina"	July 3,2008
33	"Three Sheets to Moscow"	July 10, 2008

Special

#	Title	Original airdate
34	"New Years Eve Special: London Pub Crawl Webisode"	December 31, 2008

External links

References

[1] DPUC.state.us

[2] ttp://www.zanelamprey.com/news.php

[3] ttp://www.zanelamprey.com/news.php

[4] ttp://www.ty.com/3_detail?id=4434

[5] MOJO HD Three Sheets Drinking Game

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 '''''Three Sheets''''' is an international travelogue/pub-crawl television series on [[MOJO HD]] in the [[United States]]. "Three Sheets," which is a humorous trip through different drinks and drinking cultures around the world, the third season wrapped up on July 10th, 2008. The series features comedian [[Zane Lamprey]] who travels worldwide and engages in local alcohol-related customs. In each episode, Lamprey eats the local food, which is followed by learning about the customs and libations of that area and then experiences the local hangover cure. The series is produced by [[Screaming Flea Productions]].