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117 | Brian Jay Jones (Becoming Dr. Seuss)

May 21, 2019March 6, 2023 Sammy Younan No Comments

My Summer Lair Host Sammy Younan talks with Brian Jay Jones whose wrote Becoming Dr. Seuss: Theodor Geisel & the Making of an American.

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#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 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: 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.
#SetTheVCR: May 19-25, 2025
by Sammy Younan
From Pee-wee Herman to Sherlock Holmes this week’s TV Recommendations are loaded with comedy, angst and drama. Plus for this week’s #SetTheVCR you get to shake it like a Polaroid picture.
#SetTheVCR: May 12-18, 2025
by Sammy Younan
Do you have Heart Eyes for fresh TV Recommendations without all the Overcompensating puns? The puns are here to stay that’s what makes it #SetTheVCR.
#SetTheVCR: May 05-11, 2025
by Sammy Younan
Even with your Poker Face I can tell you’re seeking TV Recommendations for your Safe House. No worries with this week’s #SetTheVCR I got it in The Black Bag.
#SetTheVCR: April 28 – May 04, 2025
by Sammy Younan
April showers bring May TV listings: these TV recommendations cover all Four Seasons. It’s #SetTheVCR where I put the On in Conan.

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.

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?