Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me! (8pm, BBC America) - For the first time, the popular NPR news quiz radio show hits television with a panel of American and British guests. Guests include Paula Poundstone, Alonzo Bodden and Phill Jupitus. Neil Gaiman participates in the "Not My Job" segment. Hosted by Peter Sagal and judged by Carl Kasell.
Shrek the Halls (8pm, ABC) - Shrek, Fiona and the kids try to celebrate the holidays as a family, but visits by Donkey, Puss in Boots, and the Gingerbread Man make their cozy gathering chaotic. Voices of Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, and Antonio Banderas. "Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation" airs after this at 8:30, "Prep & Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice" airs at 9, and "Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special" is on at 9:30.
Olive the Other Reindeer (8pm, CW) - In this 1999 animated tale, a dog sets out for the North Pole believing she's the reindeer Santa needs to sub for an injured Blitzen. Features voices of Drew Barrymore and Ed Asner.
Chuck (8pm, NBC) - The holiday season turns frosty when past secrets and old threats haunt Chuck and Sarah while they hunt for an evil schemer who is trying to destroy Carmichael Industries. Comic book creator Stan Lee guest stars.
Gold Rush (9pm, Discovery) - A behind the scenes look at the series following folks in search of treasure. Followed by a new episode of "Flying Wild Alaska." If you like these shows, check out today's dvd giveaway!
20/20 (10pm, ABC) - Barbara Walters makes a Christmas visit to the White House.

Brooke Cain isn't always proud of the number of hours she logs in front of the TV, but her loss of brain cells can be your gain. From reality shows to sitcoms to the more serious stuff, Brooke keeps her DVR smoking so that she can help keep you in the know. Brooke also tweets for Happiness is a Warm TV (you can follow