What Are You Binge-Watching?

There’s something comforting about finding a few shows that become part of your nightly routine, and lately my wife and I have fully embraced streaming mode. Between dramatic small-town storylines, jaw-dropping reality TV moments, and some truly unforgettable yacht crew meltdowns, our watchlist has become pretty stacked.

We just finished the latest season of the hit Netflix series Virgin River, and it’s easy to understand why so many people love it. According to my wife, and I quote, “The combination of romance, small-town drama, and beautiful scenery makes it one of those shows that’s incredibly easy to binge. Every episode somehow manages to pull you into the lives of the characters a little more.” I will admit, personally, it’s a bit predictable and perhaps a little too tacky.

We’ve also been watching Million Dollar Secret, which is a bit addicting. Strangers living together, are each given a mysterious box. One of the boxes contains $1 million. The player that receives the money must keep their identity a secret, which is much easier said than done.

Of course, no streaming lineup in our house would be complete without the entire world of Below Deck and all of its spin-offs. Whether it’s yacht drama, difficult charter guests, boatmances, or crew chaos in the middle of the ocean, these shows somehow never get old and we’ve been fans of Below Deck for over a decade. Every version of the franchise brings its own personalities and unforgettable moments, and before long you realize you’ve watched “just one more episode” for three straight hours.

We’re also excited that the new season of Baylen Out Loud premiered Tuesday night. It’s already creating plenty of conversation online, and we were ready for the return the minute the new season dropped. Shows like this are fun because they give viewers a chance to connect with real people and real experiences while still being entertaining.

And now there’s another show getting added to our growing list. We’ve been hearing a lot of buzz surrounding the Netflix series The Crash, and after seeing people talk about it nonstop, we’re planning to jump into that one soon too. Sometimes the hardest part of streaming isn’t finding something to watch — it’s finding enough time to keep up with everything already on the list.

At this point, our streaming queue is basically a full-time commitment, but honestly, we’re not complaining. Although I am questioning our timing…..who has time to watch TV when summer is almost here?