Labor Day weekend means an extra day to kick back and catch up on what everyone’s watching, reading, and listening to. Here are the buzziest shows and movies, highly praised books that are fresh off the press, and podcasts you simply have to listen to.

Only in theaters

After years of defective Acme products, Wile E. Coyote finally fights back. This time, with a lawsuit. After being shelved by Warner Bros. years ago, the movie’s unlikely journey to theaters has made its release an event in its own right.

Season 2 streaming on Apple TV

A physicist is abducted into an alternate version of his own life in this twisty multiverse thriller. Season 2 just arrived, and one critic is calling it “the most mind-meltingly compelling series since Netflix’s Dark”.

Only in theaters

September’s pick for the Worth the Watch movie club! A suburban family suddenly finds themselves fighting for survival in a dinosaur-filled world in this Spielberg-esque blockbuster.

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by Liz Nugent

One devastating incident changes the lives of two sisters forever in Liz Nugent’s latest dark family drama. The early reviews are exceptional, with Publishers Weekly calling it “a masterpiece.”

by Malavika Kannan

How do you come of age when the entire world suddenly changes? In Malavika Kannan’s debut novel, a Stanford freshman navigates love, friendship, and a college experience abruptly upended by COVID.

by Edwidge Danticat

After surviving a random act of violence, a Haitian American woman’s sense of self is called into question. This profoundly warm and moving novel offers a nuanced exploration of family, identity, and belonging.

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The Vibe: Sand between your toes

The Location: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Instaworthy Activities:
Set on world-famous Seven Mile Beach, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa is a modern Caribbean resort where bold design, open-air living, and island energy converge. Floor-to-ceiling ocean views, winding tropical gardens, and thoughtfully designed social spaces create a seamless flow between sea, sand, and resort life. Guests enjoy destination dining, a Forbes Five Star spa, family friendly experiences, and front-row sunset views. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or strolling along the power-soft sand, Seafire creates an unforgettable island living experience.

True Crime

A filmmaker is pitched a movie about a real-life disappearance—then begins to suspect the story isn’t fiction. This stranger-than-fiction true crime series earned a glowing recommendation in Worth the Listen.

Music History

Few artists were as universally beloved as Dolly Parton. This deeply personal nine-part series explores her music, life, and legacy as listeners mourn the loss of the American icon.

Comedy

Two comedians hilariously parody the self-important world of Hollywood “it-boys”. In Insider Pix, author Claire Carusillo told us she has listened every week for over a decade!

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The Vibe: Live like a local

The Location: New York, NY

Instaworthy Accommodations:
Housed in a landmark Beaux-Arts building in the heart of NoMad, Hotel Seville effortlessly pairs vintage grandeur with contemporary design. The rooms are designed like a New York apartment so that you can live like a local. Thoughtful details like marble baths, luxurious natural linens, and custom furniture add an extra touch of comfort. After a day of exploring the neighborhood’s top galleries and New York City’s iconic landmarks, head back to the hotel for a craft cocktail at Il Bar or The Seville, a glamorous speakeasy with live music, or dine at the acclaimed Scarpetta.