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Happy 4th of July Weekend! If you’re looking for more ways to wind down after one too many hot dogs or time in the sun, this week’s top trending titles across TV, movies, books, and podcasts will do the trick.
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Top TV & Movies of the Week
Sugar
Streaming on Apple TV
The Colin Farrell-led noir detective series is back for Season 2, and ScreenRant is calling it “Apple TV’s best detective series.”
Elle
Streaming on Prime Video
The Legally Blonde prequel series follows teenage Elle as she navigates a surprise move from LA’s It Girl to Seattle’s fish-out-of-water. The show has the tallest of “last-season” Prada heels to fill, but the IP alone is worth tuning in for.
Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness
Streaming on HBO Max
Larry David and an impressive lineup of stars and Curb Your Enthusiasm alumni re-enact American history through sketch comedy. Aka the perfect watch to close out the 4th of July weekend.
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Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
The Westin Edina Galleria
The Vibe: Besties getaway 🛍️🍷
The Location: Edina, Minnesota
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Connected to the upscale shopping center, The Westin Edina Galleria provides modern comfort in the middle of the action. Walk from your room into boutiques, cafés, and restaurants, all just steps away! After a day of shopping, relax on the signature Westin Heavenly® Bed, refresh in rain-shower bathrooms, and unwind by the indoor pool and wellness studio. The hotel’s Prelude Bar offers craft cocktails and morning espresso, while McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steaks delivers elevated dining on site. Ranked first in the U.S. for guest satisfaction, the hotel brings city-caliber service in a warm, neighborhood setting.
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Top Books of the Week
It Could Have Been Her
by Lisa Jewell
Two women's lives converge in a house containing devastating secrets that refuse to stay buried. Liz Nugent says we’ll encounter “the most endearing protagonist… [and] the most toxic family I have ever read.”
Retro
by Jessica M. Goldstein
When Ash lands a gig guiding wealthy tourists through history for an ultra-luxury time travel company, the line between past and present begins to blur, and her dream job takes a darker turn.
Man’s Search for Meaning
by Viktor E. Frankl
John, our TV & Movie Content Manager, called this classic “the single most impactful self-help book I’ve ever read.” See more of his thoughts on the book (and what he’s watching) in Insider Pix!
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Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate
The Vibe: Magic at Disney
The Location: Championsgate, FL
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Home to Orlando’s only resort wave pool, three waterslides, and even a lazy river, Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate has all the bells and whistles you could ever dream of at a Florida retreat. With easy access to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Epcot, and SeaWorld, Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate is perfect for couples or families wanting to experience the wonder of Disney! Beyond the parks, Orlando buzzes with a vibrant art scene, popular shopping districts, and lush trails. On the property, you can play golf on the two 18-hole golf courses, the lighted ten-hole course, or even the on-site putt-putt course.
Top Podcasts of the Week
Joy 101
Society & Culture
Hoda Kotb infuses her signature authenticity, curiosity, and warmth into conversations with the world’s most fascinating people in her brand-new podcast.
The Last 12 Weeks
True Crime
Serial Production’s new 5-part podcast series follows a team of capital defense lawyers as they try to save their death row client’s life before it’s too late. All episodes out now.
Wild Card
Society & Culture
Rachel Martin skips the small talk and gets right into the real stuff with comedians, authors, and thinkers. When life feels chaotic and overwhelming, it’s a joyful, grounding reminder of our shared humanity.
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