Episodes
Published 10/09/19
In this episode, we chat with Casting Director Evan Majors who worked on the new Netflix series, Rhythm + Flow.
Published 10/09/19
Fresh off of the multiple Emmy wins for Fleabag and Killing Eve, we discuss our love of one of the smartest writer/director/actors in TV - Phoebe Waller-Bridge. We discuss the second seasons of Killing Eve and Fleabag, two creations of this absurdly talented multi-hyphenate (ok – and maybe we go on a teeny tiny tangent and discuss how some series are better than others at concluding). Then, Amita interviews costume designer Marci Rodgers about her work on Spike...
Published 09/26/19
In this episode we speak to Warren Alan Young, the production designer of some of the most visually captivating television shows and films. From Fargo to Strange Angel to American Crime to the upcoming film Harriet, Warren has been responsible for creating, designing and executing a look that propels the plot, illuminates the characters and elevates the overall storytelling of all of his projects. He discusses his process to approach each unique project and shares his thoughts on being one of...
Published 09/11/19
A deep dive into what goes into selecting the right music for film and television.
Published 08/14/19
Why is it still rare to see a romantic relationship between a black man and a white woman on TV? Is Netflix more progressive depicting interracial relationships than other networks?  How did the casting of a Cheerios commercial ignite a racist backlash? In this week’s episode, we chat with Lori Tharps, a former Entertainment Weekly and Vibe Magazine writer, novelist and Associate Professor of Journalism at Temple University about how interracial relationships are portrayed on film and TV.
Published 07/31/19
An Inside Look Into How Movie Trailers are Made.
Published 07/18/19
We interview the co-creator of Other Boys NYC, the doc series that explores the lives of queer men of color in New York City. Plus, we celebrate the genius of Andre 3000's guest verses.
Published 06/26/19
We celebrate Pride month with a conversation with the producers behind the MSNBC documentary special- Rebellion! Stonewall. Plus reviews of Queen Sugar, Handmaid's Tale, When They See Us and Late Night.
Published 06/12/19
We review the second seasons of Phoebe Waller-Bridge's TV series Killing Eve and Fleabag and interview Marci Rodgers the costume designer for She's Gotta Have It.
Published 05/29/19
We recap and review Game of Thrones' penultimate episode,The Bells and interview Takashi Doscher, the writer and director of Only, a film starring Freida Pinto and Leslie Odom Jr. which just premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Published 05/15/19
We discuss Game of Thrones: The Long Night, Avengers: Endgame, The Tribeca Film Festival and the new Wu-Tang Clan doc.
Published 05/01/19
We recap the season 8 premiere of Game of Thrones and review Donald Glover's new film, Guava Island.
Published 04/17/19
This week we interview music journalist Brian Ives who shares everything that went down at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony last Friday night.
Published 04/03/19
We speak with a director who has helmed episodes of some of television's most popular series. Plus a review of music group Khruangbin and Sean counts down his favorite female bassists.
Published 03/20/19
The Hollywood Apology Trend and Oscar Predictions and Trivia.
Published 02/20/19
A revealing interview with the production designer of Fargo, American Crime, Strange Angels and more!
Published 02/06/19
We analyze the nominations for the Oscar Awards.
Published 01/23/19
We kick off the new year with a special Winter Preview edition of the Inside Pop Quiz! Sean tests Amita's knowledge of major upcoming releases in TV, Music and Movie. Play along and see how much you know (and how much you find out) about some of the most anticipated offerings of the season. Plus - the Big Sell returns in a big way! Find out why Amita's Big Sell of a conversation between  Gina Rodriguez, Gabrielle Union, Ellen Pompeo and Emma Roberts gets four stars! Plus hear all about...
Published 01/09/19
We celebrate our top movie moments from 2018 and name our entertainers of the year.
Published 12/26/18
We celebrate and appreciate the absolute best Television and Music of 2018!
Published 12/12/18
Inside the world of TV casting with Evan Majors, the casting producer of the new Netflix series, Rhythm + Flow.
Published 11/28/18
A look inside the process of making memorable movie trailers. Plus new music from Riz MC.
Published 11/14/18
We discuss the history of Interracial Relationships in Pop Culture.
Published 10/31/18
We speak with DeMane Davis, the director of the hit OWN series Queen Sugar.
Published 10/17/18