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Category: Books

Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture

Posted on March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture
Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Batman – Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: OvertureL Volume 1,

Books, New Book Alert, True Sammy Stories

Under-Review: Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers

Posted on March 31, 2022August 12, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers
Under-Review: Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Yaron Weitzman’s Tanking to the Top. Trust The Process of The Philadelphia 76ers?

Books, New Book Alert, True Sammy Stories

Under-Review: The Ninth Metal

Posted on August 18, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: The Ninth Metal
Under-Review: The Ninth Metal

The Ninth Metalby Benjamin PercyPublished by William Morrow & Company on June 1, 2021Thrillers – Suspense // Science Fiction – Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic One of the best aspects of sci-fi books is the world building: avid nerd tourism to explore strange locations and of course dangerous locals brimming with hostile locals and confusing customs. So…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Later

Posted on August 12, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Later
Under-Review: Later

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Stephen King’s Later.

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Steve Kerr: A Life

Posted on June 23, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Steve Kerr: A Life
Under-Review: Steve Kerr: A Life

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews journalist Scott Howard-Cooper’s Steve Kerr: A Life. An outstanding NBA biography on the Warriors coach.

Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: The Dynasty

Posted on June 2, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: The Dynasty
Under-Review: The Dynasty

The Dynastyby Jeff BenedictPublished by Avid Reader Press on September 07, 2021NFL // Non-Fiction // Tom Brady First I’m an an NBA dude not an NFL dude. So the best way to rectify that is to read. Jeff Benedict’s book on The Patriots is superb. I appreciate his primary focus on football; he doesn’t dwell…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Facebook: The Inside Story

Posted on May 26, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Facebook: The Inside Story
Under-Review: Facebook: The Inside Story

Facebook: The Inside Storyby Steven LevyPublished by Blue Rider Press on February 25, 2020Facebook // Non-Fiction // Technology This Facebook biography was fascinating! One of the consistent themes in Levy’s Facebook bio is related to most of the online hot mess congressional hearings; plethora of digital documentaries etc.: Zuckerberg (seems to) believe in the fundamental…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Yearbook

Posted on May 12, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Yearbook
Under-Review: Yearbook

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews celebrity Seth Rogen’s Yearbook: his collection of True Hollywood stories.

Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News

Posted on May 5, 2021January 3, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News
Under-Review: Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News

Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour Newsby Lisa NapoliPublished by Abrams Press on May 12, 2020CNN // Non-Fiction // News Fascinating glimpse into the origins of CNN and our deepening appetite for news. Two things in this gripping book stand out: “Critics had wondered if there would be enough material…

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Books, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story

Posted on April 14, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story
Under-Review: Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews rapper Talib Kweli’s origin story Vibrate Higher: A Rap Story.

Books, New Book Alert

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  • #SetTheVCR: July 28 – August 03, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    From a Red Eye to Area 51 this week’s TV Recommendations will make you put up your Twisted Metal. I dunno what that means, either, though I do know it’s #SetTheVCR time.
  • #SetTheVCR: July 21-27, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    OPEN Happy Gilmore 2 is the TV Pick. TEXT This week’s TV Recommendations range from a Holy War to a Code of Silence. And Happy Gilmore is back…with a (golf) range like that it can only be #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: July 14-20, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Welcome To The Summer I Turned on The TV enjoying an Apocalypse and many Home Runs. With these recommendations #SetTheVCR is for TV Rif Raf and Amateurs.
  • #SetTheVCR: July 7-13, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    #SetTheVCR is your Institute for TV Recommendations: from Trainwrecks to Jaws I drop it like it's hot!
  • #SetTheVCR: June 30 – July 6, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    New Sandman means new TV dreams for this week to let your Old Guard down and enjoy TV Recommendations just like Sinners. It’s #SetTheVCR so let’s get Lost Together.
  • #SetTheVCR: June 23-29, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Here's a Countdown of TV Recommendations. For those who're Young Werther or those with an Ironheart this is #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: June 16-22, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    TV Recommendations for a Magic Lover you can watch week down by The Waterfront just watch out for Sharks. I'm not a Liar...look it's #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: June 09-15, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Without a TV Guide TV Recommendations can quickly go FUBAR quickly like checking into a Hell Motel. To avoid that Trainwreck #SetTheVCR is your TV Revival.
  • #SetTheVCR June 2–8, 2025 TV recommendations image from My Summer Lair, featuring a retro-style television graphic promoting a weekly pop culture column by podcast host Sammy Younan.
    #SetTheVCR: June 02-08, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Your Presence is required for these TV Recommendations which range from Power Moves to a Resident Alien. #SetTheVCR for Good Night, and Good Luck.
  • #SetTheVCR TV recommendations cover for May 26 – June 1, 2025, from My Summer Lair podcast, highlighting curated weekly streaming and television picks by Sammy Younan.
    #SetTheVCR: May 26 – June 01, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Here stories from Birbiglia to Bono: it’s a Brave New World filled with TV Recommendations. Wanna Live The Good Life? Enjoy this week’s #SetTheVCR.
  • Morning Tea: Happy UFO Day 2025!July 2, 2025
    What's popping in popular culture? My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan steeps some seriously serious tea which prompts reflections.
  • Trial By Trailer: The Running Man (A Remake…)July 1, 2025
    Trail By Trailer is judging a book by its cover or in this case...a movie by its trailer. Are you 100% IN or is it a Hard Pass?
  • #CouchWorthy: Barbara Walters: Tell Me EverythingJune 22, 2025
    Exploring the pioneering career of Barbara Walters. Delving into her influential role in broadcast journalism and the challenges women face in achieving success.
  • #CouchWorthy: Bono: Stories of SurrenderMay 29, 2025
    Bono: Stories of Surrender is a vivid reimagining of his one-man stage show Stories of Surrender now streaming on Apple TV.
  • #CouchWorthy: Super Team CanadaMay 16, 2025
    Super Team Canada follows six lesser known and underrated Canadian superheroes, tasked with saving the world.
  • #CouchWorthy: Murderbot: Season 1 May 15, 2025
    Murderbot a private security cyborg hides its acquired autonomy, while completing dangerous assignments is simultaneously drawn to humans.

  • Batman: Detective Comics Vol. 1: Gotham Nocturne: Overture
    Under-Review: Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: Overture
    by Sammy Younan
    My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Batman - Detective Comics: Gotham Nocturne: OvertureL Volume 1,
  • New Book Alert: California Bear
    by Sammy Younan
    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?
  • New Book Alert: The Music Was Just Getting Good
    by Sammy Younan
    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?
  • New Book Alert: The Ascent
    by Sammy Younan
    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?
  • New Book Alert: Fantastic Four by Ryan North Volume 2
    by Sammy Younan
    New Book Alert is just that: A useful Yo for a fresh book. from your pal Sammy. What Are You Reading?

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