I have to admit something upfront: even though I'm forty years old and "iCarly," the popular Nickelodeon sitcom, is technically geared toward a younger audience, I honestly believe it’s currently the funniest comedy on television. Carly Shay (Miranda Cosgrove) is a junior high student living in Seattle with her older brother, pop artist Spencer (Jerry Trainor). Their father is serving in the military overseas, and…

It’s hard finding entertainment these days that works for someone my age and their daughter. A lot of what's on television feels too mature to share, and many programs geared toward children are just not enjoyable. Then iCarly appeared, and it’s a series my daughter and I have been watching since the start. The show is clearly intended for a younger audience, but there are plenty of amusing instances—frequently thank…