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Tag: Comic Books

RTZ: Alan Moore: In The Nick of Time

Posted on September 16, 2016 By Sammy Younan
RTZ: Alan Moore: In The Nick of Time

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Girth Radio Presents…

Alan Moore has announced his (semi?)retirement from comic books. Similar to Stan Lee his contributions to this fantastic medium are obvious yet difficult to directly and properly delineate. Such is the murky constitution of creative collaborative work.

Moore’s comics from the infamous Watchmen to the classic Saga of Swamp Thing to the mysterious The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen have not only endured their share of criticisms (some of it just classic hatorade) but have thrived establishing a significant benchmark of quality not traditionally associated with comic books.

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031 | Kevin A. Boyd (Fan Expo)

Posted on August 16, 2016March 4, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 031 | Kevin A. Boyd (Fan Expo)
031 | Kevin A. Boyd (Fan Expo)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks comics, conventions and Fan Expo with Comics Coordinator at Fan Expo Kevin A. Boyd.

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RTZ: Suicide Squad Is Not Exactly A Lego Brick

Posted on August 5, 2016March 6, 2023 By Sammy Younan
RTZ: Suicide Squad Is Not Exactly A Lego Brick

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{Special thanks to Rob Gaudette}
Halfway through Suicide Squad I finally clued in what DC is doing “wrong” compared to Marvel Movies. I dunno if wrong is the right word…it’s a different strategy that’s just not working.

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025 | Johnny Earle (Johnny Cupcakes)

Posted on April 19, 2016March 11, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 025 | Johnny Earle (Johnny Cupcakes)
025 | Johnny Earle (Johnny Cupcakes)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to Johnny ‘Cupcakes’ Earle founder of the world-renowned t-shirt brand, Johnny Cupcakes.

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024 | Andrew Young (Geek Hard)

Posted on April 12, 2016March 4, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 024 | Andrew Young (Geek Hard)
024 | Andrew Young (Geek Hard)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to Andrew Young co-host of the Geek Hard Show talking comics, movies and other fine nerdery.

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020 | Andrew Lamb (Neighbourhood Watch)

Posted on January 26, 2016March 4, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 020 | Andrew Lamb (Neighbourhood Watch)
020 | Andrew Lamb (Neighbourhood Watch)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to artist and puppeteer Andrew Lamb.

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019 | Evan Munday (The Dead Kid Detective Agency)

Posted on October 27, 2015March 4, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 019 | Evan Munday (The Dead Kid Detective Agency)
019 | Evan Munday (The Dead Kid Detective Agency)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to The Dead Kid Detective Agency author and illustrator and comic book creator Evan Munday.

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017 | Gavin Stephens (Scarborough)

Posted on September 29, 2015March 4, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 017 | Gavin Stephens (Scarborough)
017 | Gavin Stephens (Scarborough)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to standup comic Gavin Stephens; a fellow Scarborough Son.

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Pantsworthy: Artfest with Craig White

Posted on September 5, 2015February 18, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Pantsworthy: Artfest with Craig White
Pantsworthy: Artfest with Craig White

Craig White…the dynamic host of Verbal Paintbrush is hosting a booth at Artfest this long weekend in the Distillery. Right beside the Love lock sign (which is kinda ironic since he worked on the Lovelocks logo). Go forth and check out the art…his and all there is so many fantastic booths. Oh and beside Craig’s booth…there is a patio and beside that is an ice cream store selling Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal. Oh Yes…

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Pantsworthy NXNE: June 18, 2015

Posted on June 18, 2015 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Pantsworthy NXNE: June 18, 2015
Pantsworthy NXNE: June 18, 2015

Thursday June 18…Day 2 of NXNE 2015. The party train zooms on, let’s all get on and see where we end up tonight.

Not NXNE related but fun…tonight’s In Session Guest will be the Ivory Hours. Come by the Pacific Junction Hotel bar at 6:30pm. Or come later to hear a DJ and Ellis Dea…it’s Girth’s NXNE Fantastic Fun!

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  • #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.
  • #SetTheVCR cover for May 19–25, 2025 from My Summer Lair podcast, featuring weekly streaming and TV recommendations curated by host Sammy Younan.
    #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.
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    What's popping in popular culture? My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan steeps some seriously serious tea which prompts reflections.
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  • #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.

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    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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    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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    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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