Episodes

  • Toxic Fandoms: Unpacking the "Gladiator II" Trailer Release
    Jul 19 2024

    With the release of the Gladiator 2 Trailer, came alot of anti-Black foolishness!


    Join Ayanna and Gaelyn as they unpack the three main reasons why the film is getting review bombed. Spoiler: anti-Blackness!


    Follow us @nosleeptillhollywood

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    21 mins
  • It's So Cold in the D: Diarra from Detroit
    Jun 14 2024

    It's so cold in the D!

    This week, Gaelyn and Ayanna discuss what they're calling "the best show of this year so far", Diarra From Detroit (Bet +). They also wade into the conversations around Bad Boys 4, "The Slap", and Black audiences showing up and showing out at the Box Office. And then, they get into all of the twists, turns and tea of Diarra From Detroit!


    Make sure you tap in with us @nosleeptillhollywood

    Co-Hosts: Ayanna Costley (@ayannacostley @ayannaonline) and Gaelyn D. Smith (@gsmittyyyy)


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    32 mins
  • "Radical" Honesty: Talking about The Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show
    Jun 7 2024

    On this week's episode, Ayanna and Gaelyn take a deep dive of the controversial Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show!


    They discuss what it means to be transparent and vulnerable. And they discuss the representation of Gay Black men on television.


    Make sure you follow us @nosleeptillhollywood on Instagram Co-Hosts: Ayanna Costley (@ayannaonline TikTok | @ayannacostley IG) and Gaelyn D. Smith (@gsmittyyyy on everything)

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    35 mins
  • What We're Watching on TV
    May 24 2024

    Another week, another FOUR TV shows we're putting y'all on to! Stay up with ya fav co-hosts as they chat about The Vince Staples Show (Netflix), The Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show (HBO), Diarra from Detroit (Bet+), and Palm Royale (AppleTV)! Make sure you follow us @nosleeptillhollywood on Instagram Co-Hosts: Ayanna Costley (@ayannaonline TikTok | @ayannacostley IG) and Gaelyn D. Smith (@gsmittyyyy on everything)

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    36 mins
  • Mount Rushmore of Canceled TV Shows
    May 17 2024

    This week, Ayanna and Gaelyn have something to get off their chest!

    This week they introduce a new format to the pod: Mount Rushmore. Four picks per person per category. And this episode is all about their favorite tv shows canceled way too soon!

    Make sure you follow us @nosleeptillhollywood on Instagram

    Co-Hosts: Ayanna Costley (@ayannaonline @ayannacostley) and Gaelyn D. Smith (@gsmittyyyy on everything)

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    40 mins
  • The Tennis Movie: Let's Talk About The Challengers
    May 10 2024

    It's giving Tennis Skirt Summer!

    On this week's episode, Ayanna and Gaelyn talk about one of the most anticipated films of this year The Challengers! Two dive into their different perspectives of the story, the cinematography and their thoughts on the film's portrayal of the Black woman's experience in Tennis.

    Make sure you tap in! Follow @nosleeptillhollywood on Instagram.


    Co-Hosts: Ayanna Costley @ayannaonline @ayannacostley and Gaelyn D. Smith @gsmittyyyy on anything with an @

    Edited by: Ayanna Costley

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    33 mins
  • "B!tches Be Trippin' !": Recapping Issa Rae's Awkward Black Girl
    May 3 2024

    It's Season 3! New Cover! New Theme Song! New Cohost!

    On this episode, Gaelyn introduces our new co-host Ayanna Costley. The two dive into one of the shows that started their friendship, Awkward Black Girl! Tune is as the discuss White Jay vs Fred, Favorite Side Characters and the best Jay rap!


    Make sure you follow @nosleeptillhollywood

    Gaelyn D. Smith @gsmittyyyy

    Ayanna Costley @ayannacostlety @ayannaonline


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    31 mins
  • This Is Juicy: All Things Fat Ham At Studio Theatre Ft. Thomas Walter Booker
    Dec 29 2023

    It’s getting juicy!


    Gaelyn is flying solo this week and brings her cast-mate Thomas to the pod to talk all things Fat Ham at Studio Theatre.


    Tap into our Season Finale where they discuss their production, being a Black actor in the American theatre, and give some advice for emerging creatives.


    Fat Ham runs until January 14th so get your tickets asap!

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    41 mins