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Category: Books

Under-Review: The Big Three & the Rebirth of the Boston Celtics

Posted on February 24, 2021August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: The Big Three & the Rebirth of the Boston Celtics
Under-Review: The Big Three & the Rebirth of the Boston Celtics

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Michael Holley’s The Big Three & the Rebirth of the Boston Celtics.

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

Under-Review: From Hang Time to Prime Time

Posted on December 16, 2020August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: From Hang Time to Prime Time
Under-Review: From Hang Time to Prime Time

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews an excellent book From Hang Time to Prime Time: Business, Entertainment & the Birth of the Modern-Day NBA by Pete Croatto.

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

Under-Review: The Victory Machine: The Making & Unmaking of the Warriors Dynasty

Posted on June 2, 2020August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: The Victory Machine: The Making & Unmaking of the Warriors Dynasty
Under-Review: The Victory Machine: The Making & Unmaking of the Warriors Dynasty

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Ethan Sherwood Strauss’ NBA book The Victory Machine: The Making & Unmaking of the Warriors Dynasty.

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

Under-Review: NBA Jam

Posted on March 31, 2020August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: NBA Jam
Under-Review: NBA Jam

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan Reyan Ali’s video book NBA Jam which is out now from Boss Fight Books: “He’s on fire!!”

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

You Have the Right to Remain Silent

Posted on December 30, 2019 By Sammy Younan
You Have the Right to Remain Silent

One of my favourite journalists Matt Taibbi finally articulated a core concept I’ve been circling but haven’t fully been able to express. He’s writing about journalism…in newspapers and on tv and he says in his book Hate Inc.: Why Today’s Media Makes Us Despise One Another (on page 137): ““We (we as in journalists) are not informing…

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Books, Handle Your Business

Be Well Read

Posted on September 24, 2019August 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan
Be Well Read

Confession: I like to read. Thankfully my subway is often delayed so I’m never on time for anything but I am well read when I finally get there. Since 2011 I’ve been using a google spreadsheet to Fitbit my reading. (It’s one of those weird things where somebody’ll ask for a book recommendation and my…

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Books, My Pal Sammy, True Sammy Stories

Under-Review: Kevin Durant’s Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest

Posted on June 5, 2019January 2, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Kevin Durant’s Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest
Under-Review: Kevin Durant’s Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan reviews Kevin Durant’s Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest by an excellent sports writer Marcus Thompson.

Books, NBA, New Book Alert

Under-Review: Golden: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry

Posted on January 19, 2018January 2, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Under-Review: Golden: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry
Under-Review: Golden: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curry

Golden: The Miraculous Rise of Steph Curryby Marcus ThompsonPublished by Atria Books on April 11, 2017NBA // Non-Fiction // Steph Curry I often get asked what I’m reading: takes a while with non-fiction books to know if I’m digging it or it’s frowzy. I kinda hafta argue with the book: plus like every amazing documentary…

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Books, NBA, 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,
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    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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    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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    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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    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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