No Sleep Till Hollywood

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

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...

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 (@gsmitt...

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 (@g...

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 ev...

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-Host...

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 @ayannacostle...

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!

We’re taking a holiday stroll down Amazon Prime's new film CANDY CANE LANE! Gaelyn & Caleb review the merry movie ahead of the holidays so y'all can add it to your list of ChristmasClassics!

The Jawline Jester built his comedy career for the girls, just to *checks notes * alienate them with trash “jokes”? 🍅 🍅 🍅 Tune in as Gaelyn and Caleb break down where Matt Rife went wrong in his first Netflix Special Natural Selection and why following the Dave Chapelle route may not work for him. Get your tomatoes ready! Co Hosts: Gaelyn Smith (@gsmittyyyy) and Caleb McDonald (@calebsubtitles)...

 New Episode!!! Yall can’t silence us forever! The strikes are FINALLY over so we’re rolling the credits & finally talking about all things TV and Movies. Tune in as Gaelyn and Caleb chat about everything they watched during the strikes! Co Hosts: Gaelyn Smith (@gsmittyyyy) and Caleb McDonald (@calebsubtitles) Executive Producer: Ayanna Costley @ayannacostley Co-Producer: Gaelyn Smith Edited b...

⏰ New Episode ⏰ @ Hollywood, you can't use me when I'm dead! Gaelyn and Caleb are back on the mic this week chatting about the final round of #SAGAFTRA Strike negotiations. All of our homies are against studios unethically using AI to scan deceased actors. Get into the newest episode to hear our reasons why! Co Hosts: Gaelyn Smith (@gsmittyyyy) and Caleb McDonald (@calebsubtitles) Execut...

If only a superhero would come down, save us all, and end the strike! Happy belated Halloween! SAG-AFTRA has been on strike for over 100 days. As part of the strike, SAG-AFTRA members are not allowed to promote anything TV or movie-related. SAG members received costume guidelines ahead of the spooky holiday that said your favorite movie and TV characters are off-limits for SAG members, influencers...

Your favorite impromptu book club is BACK! We’re continuing with Maureen Ryan’s book Burn It Down: Power, Complicity, and a Call for Change in Hollywood, where she lays out the many issues in Hollywood and how they have led to cycles of abuse and irreparable harm. This week, we covered chapters 3 and 4: tackling myths of value in the industry, as well as myths of nonconformity. Hollywood is home t...

When we say we want to watch the world burn, we’re talking about Hollywood! Yes, the very thing we love- even aspire to be apart of has problems, and we can acknowledge that. In Maureen Ryan's book Burn It Down: Power, Complicity, and a Call for Change in Hollywood, she lays out the many issues in Hollywood and how they have led to cycles of abuse and irreparable harm. Over the next few weeks...

Drew Barrymore, we heard what you had to say and we’re not impressed! Last week Drew made a public statement that she would be producing new episodes of the Drew Barrymore Show even though it is covered by the WGA. This week Caleb and Gaelyn break down all of Drew Barrymore’s statements, the impact it has on the the public perception of the strike and request that she Do-More. Make sure you follow...

It’s new music Friday, and today we’re talking about one of the biggest music video directors in Hollywood: Melina Matsoukas. From Paul Wall and Ludacris to Rihanna and Beyoncé, Matsoukas’ portfolio is incredible. She’s gone on to do television episodes and even feature films. In this episode, Caleb and Gaelyn talk about her journey from being a mathematics major at NYU to frequent Beyoncé’ collab...

What’s all over the world but surrounded by water? Love Island; be it in the UK, USA, France, South Africa, or wherever else. Love Island is one of the most talked about reality dating shows that has so many tuned in. Join in as Caleb and Gaelyn discuss dating on Love Island, the mess on and behind the screen. Did we mention there’s a lawsuit in place? 🏝️😬💔 Co Hosts: Gaelyn Smith (@gsmittyyyy) a...

Let's address the elephant in the room: racism on Big Brother. 📺🚫 During the first week of #BB25 a houseguest was expelled for using the N-word. However, the Big Brother House has had a long list of controversies throughout it’s time. Listen as Caleb and Gaelyn discuss their familiarity with the show, how famous alliance “The Cookout” gave Black players a fair shot, and CBS’ failure to prote...

We’re here to remind you that your digital footprint will follow you! In this week’s episode, Caleb & Gaelyn talk influencers, social media as a career making or breaking tool, and their own relationship to the internet. As the strikes continues, people are still sharing their support or disdain, but we’re reminding y’all that the strikes aren’t just about “actors” or “writers”— this affects i...

Allow us to re-introduce ourselves! Y'all hear us say it every week: NSTH is all about the industry and our place in it, so this week we're turning our TVs off and focusing on our journeys as creators. We've been grinding behind the scenes as actors, comedians, and all-around-creatives all while working day jobs (damn!) so this week's episode takes us on a deep dive into the progre...

Update: it has been 81 days since the WGA began its strike! And now, SAG-AFTRA has joined the picket lines! Caleb and Gaelyn update us on the historic WGA and SAG-AFTRA dual strike. They discuss the reasons for SAG-AFTRA going on strike, how it will affect actors (and influencers) and, of course, how it will affect your tv/movie viewing. The duo also speak on what we all can do to assist the union...

Congratulations to the Cast and Crew of the Bear on the Emmy nominations ‼️🥳 Well deserved, chef! This episode was filmed prior to the SAG-AFTRA Strike announcement. We stand in solidarity with the actors as well as writers who are participating in a historic dual strike. We aspire to one day join our fellow artists and are seeking clarity from both unions about what does and does not undermine t...

You heard it here first! Gaelyn says @blackening is the movie of the Summer! 🫢👀 This week Caleb and Gaelyn discuss all things The Blackening! Who’s running, who’s hiding, and who’s making it out! They discuss the movie’s road to theaters from the 2018 sketch to pre-premiere lawsuits. They also discuss the value of representation and if there should be sequels (SN Gaelyn is available for the sequ...

This week Caleb and Gaelyn take a look at White Men Can’t Jump, the 1992 original and the 2023 reboot. As they discuss the films, they talk the quality of the original, the authenticity of its successor, and the prevalent Hollywood “IP era!” Join us for this week’s double feature. For more No Sleep Till Hollywood Content: https://linktr.ee/nosleepxprod Co Hosts: Gaelyn Smith @gsmittyyyy and Caleb...