Welp, here we are. After basically a single weekend, I’m pretty much done with my premiers. Unfortunately, the season is just that thin. But it’s not like there’s not anything good… So, hit the jump and let’s dive in. The shows that I’m watching are in bold, shows my wife and I are watching together are … Continue reading "Fall 2025 – Premiers and First Impressions!"
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