“[Jerry] shows up because he’s angry with Alec’s character because Alec’s character has been taking Seinfeld out of the old Seinfeld [shows] and digitally inserting it into low rated shows to help them,” Fey dished. “So, he shows up to complain.”

But is this Seinfeld-who-went-to-prison or Seinfeld from our world? And did prison-Seinfeld have a succesful show? (You know, this has the makings of a wicked narrative-theory essay).

I think its the Seinfeld from our world, or if you will the same Seinfeld from Newsradio - as that is the Seinfeld from NBC programing. Also because the Seinfeld from 'Seinfeld' (who went to prison) didn't get his show past the pilot, I think.

Edie Falco (in a recurring role as a left-wing congresswoman from New Hampshire and a love interest for Jack, later in the year). Carrie Fisher will play a veteran television writer whom Liz idolizes, at least from afar.

The second season of this hit NBC dramedy -- written by Tina Fey of "Saturday Night Live" fame, who also stars -- picks up where the show's tumultuous first season left off. In the wake of a year that saw Tracy (Tracy Morgan) go into hiding to escape the Black Invaders and a stressed-out Jack (Alec Baldwin) land himself in the hospital, Liz (Fey) and Jack seem to be getting closer than ever. But could they actually pull off life as a couple?

The NBCUMV synopsis of 2-03 makes me think they're doing a Doug and Jackie Christie story with Tracy and his wife.

Doug Christie's an NBA player renowned for his unique marriage. His wife basically won't let him talk to other women at all, she goes on every road trip with him, and they don't just renew their vows each year, they have a new wedding each year.

I will also tell you that a casting call put out for an upcoming episode promises yet another killer sight gag: The show is looking for a Liz look-alike who'll turn out to be (Spoiler alert) the mother of her boy-toy date.

Question: You already rock my world, Michael, now I'm hoping you'll be nice enough to also 30 Rock it with some scoop about the second funniest comedy on TV. — Tishann
Ausiello: Tishann, you know the Ausiello Report is a vodcast, not a TV show, right? But I'm glad you think it's even funnier than 30 Rock. Dag! Anyway, yes, I have huge scoop for you: The show is casting Liz's family — mom, dad and an older brother who's been, erm, "off" since a skiing accident in his youth. The show is looking for "names" for all three roles, and preferably ones with comedy backgrounds. In other words, Tony "Buster" Hale, the brother part is yours to lose.

Question: Have I ever told you how much I love it when you give us 30 Rock scoop? Is it too late to do it now, when I'm writing to ask you to, as Twitney would put it, gimme more? — Amandine
Ausiello: Twitney… that's mean and funny. Are you me? No, wait, you can't be, because if you were, you'd know that the laffer is about to show Jenna a gay old time — literally. A casting call has been issued for Sacha and Patrice — both male, despite the names — who will make up The Girlie Show star's own velvet mafia.

In other words, Tony "Buster" Hale, the brother part is yours to lose.

30 ROCK (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Greenzo"

SPECIAL GUEST STARS INCLUDE OSCAR AND NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNER AL GORE, MEREDITH VIEIRA, DAVID SCHWIMMER WHO JOIN IN ON '30 ROCK'S' GREEN INITIATIVE -- As part of a GE-wide green initiative, Jack (Alec Baldwin) has come up with the idea of creating a green mascot for NBC -- a Phillie Phanatic-looking character named Greenzo. When Greenzo's eco-friendly preachiness gets obnoxiously out of hand in "TGS with Tracy Jordan" offices, it's Liz (Tina Fey) who gets fed up the most with the ridiculous character. Kenneth (Jack McBrayer) is planning his annual house party, a boring little soiree where Liz has been the only one who ever shown up in the past. Tracy (Tracy Morgan) wants the party to be a success for Kenneth, so he spreads a few little rumors to get the event hopping, but simple office gossip gets out of control. Jane Krakowski, Lonny Ross, Judah Friedlander, Scott Adsit, Katrina Bowden and Maulik Pancholy also star. Special guest stars include Oscar and Nobel Prize winner Al Gore, Meredith Vieira (NBC's "Today") and David Schwimmer.

30 ROCK (8:30-9 p.m.)
"Somebody to Love"

JACK (ALEC BALDWIN) FALLS IN LOVE WITH SOMEONE FROM THE WRONG TEAM, AND LIZ IS PARANOID OVER TERRORISM IN HER NEIGHBORHOOD WITH SPECIAL GUEST STAR EDIE FALCO: Jack (Alex Baldwin) attends a cocktail party honoring Colin Powell, and there, he falls for C.C. (Guest Star, Edie Falco), a Democratic congresswoman from Vermont. Although they are on the opposite sides of the fence, Jack and C.C. ignore their political differences, and attempt to be a couple under the radar. Liz (Tina Fey) thinks her Middle Eastern neighbor might be a terrorist. After all, he won't shake Liz's hand; has maps all over his house, and helps Pete (Scott Adsit) rewire the toaster. But Liz is paranoid, and tips off his neighbor's whereabouts to an official at the Homeland Security office. Guest stars Edie Falco. Also stars Tracy Morgan, Jane Krakowski, Jack McBrayer, Judah Friedlander, Lonny Ross, Keith Powell, Katrina Bowden and Maulik Pancholy.

SPECIAL GUEST STARS INCLUDE OSCAR AND NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNER AL GORE

For some reason, every single media member has agreed to ignore this fact. Sorry for the digression.

The only problem I have is that Elaine Stritch is wonderful as Jack's mother, but not believable as the mother of Jack's siblings. I feel like Jack should be an only child if his mother is Stritch. Does that make sense? If Stritch, Nathan Lane, and Molly Shannon were ever in an episode together, it would feel weird to me.

I totally get that feeling too, but I think it may be due how classy they dress Elaine Stritch, i.e expensive coats and sunglasses.