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#CouchWorthy: August 2024 TV Highlights

Posted on September 7, 2024December 30, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #CouchWorthy: August 2024 TV Highlights
#CouchWorthy: August 2024 TV Highlights

In August we said Smell Ya Later to The Acolyte on Disney+, Somebody Somewhere on HBO; Netflix’s Dead Boy Detectives (I kinda wanted to see this! No reason to check it out now). Clearly we didn’t watch em. Here are the hits and blockbusters we enjoyed in August 2024. Some TV highlights that are #CouchWorthy.…

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#SetTheVCR: July 29-August 04, 2024

Posted on July 29, 2024December 30, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #SetTheVCR: July 29-August 04, 2024
#SetTheVCR: July 29-August 04, 2024

You want dynamic TV recommendations? This week’s #SetTheVCR has something for everyone. From blockbusters to Batman to documentaries and director’s cuts. Big week!

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#CouchWorthy: June 2024 TV Highlights

Posted on July 6, 2024December 30, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #CouchWorthy: June 2024 TV Highlights
#CouchWorthy: June 2024 TV Highlights

In June we said Smell Ya Later to Tokyo Vice on HBO Max. That was the only big name to hit the bricks TV show. Here are the hits and blockbusters we enjoyed in June 2024. Some TV highlights that are #CouchWorthy. Maybe you missed em or didn’t hear about em.

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Morning Tea: Camden Is Up For Debate: #SetTheVCR

Posted on May 23, 2024June 11, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on Morning Tea: Camden Is Up For Debate: #SetTheVCR
Morning Tea: Camden Is Up For Debate: #SetTheVCR

What’s popping in popular culture? My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan steeps some seriously serious tea which prompts reflections.

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#SetTheVCR: April 15-21, 2024

Posted on April 15, 2024December 30, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #SetTheVCR: April 15-21, 2024
#SetTheVCR: April 15-21, 2024

A Late Night with the Devil wearing Argylle: it’s more than just fashionable TV recommendations. It’s #SetTheVCR.

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#SetTheVCR: December 18-25, 2023

Posted on December 18, 2023December 25, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #SetTheVCR: December 18-25, 2023
#SetTheVCR: December 18-25, 2023

I mean I do have TV recommendations; there are lots to see on TV this week. But really…let’s be honest. We’re all just gonna watch Die Hard, yeah? Still just in case here’s some fresh #SetTheVCR.

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#CouchWorthy: June 2023 TV Highlights

Posted on July 7, 2023December 17, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #CouchWorthy: June 2023 TV Highlights
#CouchWorthy: June 2023 TV Highlights

A terrific TV recap of June 2023. Here some June TV highlights that are #CouchWorthy. Maybe you missed em or didn’t hear about em. Some Sammy Suggestions for June 2023…

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#SetTheVCR: June 12 – 18, 2023

Posted on June 12, 2023July 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #SetTheVCR: June 12 – 18, 2023
#SetTheVCR: June 12 – 18, 2023

When you look into the Black Mirror you see this week’s #SetTheVCR recommendations.

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#SetTheVCR: June 05 – 11, 2023

Posted on June 5, 2023July 13, 2023 By Sammy Younan No Comments on #SetTheVCR: June 05 – 11, 2023
#SetTheVCR: June 05 – 11, 2023

A Terminator, A Batman, A Spider-Man and a Doctor Who…oh yes it’s #SetTheVCR. And this week it all starts with…a Knock at the Cabin.

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254 | Asia Youngman & Kathleen Jayme (30 for 30: I’m Just Here for the Riot)

Posted on April 18, 2023March 28, 2024 By Sammy Younan No Comments on 254 | Asia Youngman & Kathleen Jayme (30 for 30: I’m Just Here for the Riot)
254 | Asia Youngman & Kathleen Jayme (30 for 30: I’m Just Here for the Riot)

My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan talks to directors Asia Youngman and Kathleen Jayme about their 30 for 30 documentary I’m Just Here for the Riot.

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  • #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.
  • #SetTheVCR: April 21-27, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    TV Recommendations can be Havoc; You need help. Well Babygirl: I got you; it's your TV Companion: #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: April 14-20, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    I hope you're a light Nightsleeper because the NBA Playoffs start this week. Will a new champion be Minted? Only way to know is to #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: April 07-13, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    For this week's TV Recommendations we stare into The Abyss and a Black Mirror stares back. Welcome to #SetTheVCR which is about as comfortable and as cool as Morningside.
  • #SetTheVCR: March 31 – April 06, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    Secrets and Serial Killers pepper this week’s TV Recommendations. A combo like that can only mean it’s #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: March 24-30, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    You'll wanna Bogart these fantastic TV Recommendations: they go from Holland to MobLand. Of course it's not a Complete Unknown, why yes it's #SetTheVCR.
  • #SetTheVCR: March 17-23, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    These TV Recommendations will make you don a Happy Face: from magic of David Blaine to the Madness of March. It's #SetTheVCR here for all of Your Tomorrow TV needs.
  • #SetTheVCR: March 10-16, 2025
    by Sammy Younan
    From an Electric State to a Beach party these TV Recommendations will make you a Better Man. It maybe Cold outside but #SetTheVCR is warm and just what you are Kraven.
  • #CouchWorthy: 2025 Key Midseason & Premiere Dates – April 2025March 28, 2025
    #SetTheVCR is your weekly TV Guide by Sammy Younan to help you plan a fantastic TV schedule from must-watch TV shows to fun discoveries.
  • #CouchWorthy: 2025 Key Midseason & Premiere Dates – March 2025February 28, 2025
    #SetTheVCR is your weekly TV Guide by Sammy Younan to help you plan a fantastic TV schedule from must-watch TV shows to fun discoveries.
  • Morning Tea: The Rocky III-Peat…February 9, 2025
    What's popping in popular culture? My Summer Lair host Sammy Younan steeps some seriously serious tea which prompts reflections.
  • #CouchWorthy: 2025 Key Midseason & Premiere Dates – February 2025January 31, 2025
    #SetTheVCR is your weekly TV Guide by Sammy Younan to help you plan a fantastic TV schedule from must-watch TV shows to fun discoveries.
  • #CouchWorthy: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-ManJanuary 28, 2025
    Following Peter Parker on his way to becoming a hero. Or is is "Peter Parker?" The stand alone vs continuity debate.
  • #CouchWorthy: The Countdown to NBA Saturday Primetime on ABCJanuary 22, 2025
    NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC– the marquee, national NBA game of the week kicks off on January 25 with a classic Tripleheader.

  • 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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