In the next part of our ongoing discussions about how anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism affects pop culture, we talk about how Hollywood prioritises certain creatives over others – and this happens at the beginning of the storytelling process. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film...

Amid the global conversations about anti-Black racism, performers from 'Glee', 'Insecure', and many more have highlighted policies and procedures that perpetuate inequality on Hollywood sets. This week, we're talking about the logistics of set life, why it was easy for anti-Black behaviors to go unchecked, and the common denominator all those changes will need. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting...

Kathleen Newman-Bremang joins us on this episode to talk about her work experience as a Black woman in white workspaces as the rest of us work to be better allies both in our professional and personal lives. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre geek's essential weekly...

Now that The Last Dance is over what, really, did we learn about leadership, team work, good work, and bad work from Michael Jordan and his Chicago Bulls teammates? And is it bad work or good work that Some Good News has been sold? Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre geek's...

Michelle Obama’s 'Becoming' documentary delivered, as expected. But… some people didn’t get it. Which means they don’t actually get her work, even though she keeps showing us over and over again. Adele made headlines last week even though we’ve been waiting forever for her new work. How will she address the recent news stories about her when – if – she gets back to work? And finally, Alison Roman and Chrissy Teigen did NOT show their work this week. We break down the recipe of this food...

This week, a missed film release date means a juicier interview with Tracee Ellis Ross -- she finally answers the question 'why are you so damn cool?' -- it has to do with genetics, her famous family, and big breaks that came late. On the flip side, Never Have I Ever star Maitreyi Ramakrishnan got her HUGE break in her very first job -- how she's handling both the show and the fame like she's been doing this for decades. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the...

This week: Taylor Swift is coming for Scooter Braun again – but is this the right kind of power move? We’ve waited over 20 years to see Michael Jordan’s behind-the-scenes power moves and The Last Dance delivers. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre geek's essential weekly...

It’s been five weeks now that we’ve been sheltering in place. So, like, almost a semester. Time for a celebrity lockdown work report card. Between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Ryan Murphy, and Issa Rae, who’s barely passing, who’s meeting expectations, and who’s the class valedictorian so far? Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the...

Gal Gadot is Wonder Woman but does her new Vogue cover story make you wonder about her? And how Jaboukie Young-White is making a career out of going to the principal’s office. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre geek's essential weekly listen. Tune in weekly and let us know...

John Krasinski was supposed to be celebrating the release of another project right now. Instead, he’s winning the internet with something much less “quiet”. And then, why we're cheering for CHEER'S LaDarius Marshall, and why you will be too. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or...

Now that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle can’t be “royal”, Duana The Name Therapist has some suggestions for their new brand. Next, Jimmy Fallon’s secret weapons for The Tonight Show during COVID-19, and the work inside Mariah Carey’s home studio. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or...

Chris Evans is launching a new website aimed at bringing people together and somehow we find a way to connect him to Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Also, how writers’ rooms are adapting to the new isolation workstyle, and how all workplaces (and/or homes, which are the new workplace) are affected by these times. Sibling rivalry, however, may be immune to any pandemic... Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting...

We open with an entertainment business model built on the sweet sounds of slapping flesh. Can you guess which? Then, Oprah is here to help during our collective lockdown with a new series. So if she’s doing it this way, what does it mean for the rest of the industry? Still, Oprah’s not the social distancing genius of the week. That would be DJ D-Nice, whose work gave us joy and nostalgia, in more ways than one. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the...

A new interview with Reese Witherspoon gives us insight into the work that went into building her empire, including what she’s NOT good at, and what it’s like to work with her. Also, social distancing recommendations for the long weeks ahead. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or...

Social distancing has changed workplace procedures in every industry. We discuss some of the changes in how pop culture is being delivered during the time of coronavirus and how live television broadcasts are adjusting their processes. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre...

We discuss the departure of Justin Chambers and Dr Alex Karev’s final “appearance” on Grey’s Anatomy – how that storyline unfolded, both onscreen and behind the scenes. Then, Ali Wong shows her work through word choice, tour life, and having no f-cks to give. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work...

Unexpectedly, Harry Styles is what unites us. On this episode, we discuss why Harry Styles can bring together disparate tastes and how he borrowed the “actor’s technique” on his path to solo success with comparative analysis to other teen idols and current popstars like Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber, and Normani. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of...

Why Jessica Simpson’s 'Open Book' is the best work of her career and the power of not giving a fuck. But what about the power of caring too much? BTS is the world’s biggest band – but are they powerful enough to claim their biggest goal? Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre...

We’re back this week with a bonus behind-the-scenes episode of how we worked through our Oscars coverage and edited ourselves down to just 24 posts and over 10,000 words. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre geek's essential weekly listen. Tune in weekly and let us know your...

Did we learn anything new from 'Miss Americana', Taylor Swift’s new Netflix documentary? Where does the film fit in the library of 'female musician documentaries'? What is the work that goes into documenting her work? The Assistant is a film about one day in the work life – which is her only life – of a Hollywood assistant. Director Kitty Green joins us to talk about showing the many ways a workplace and culture can be abusive. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the...

On Aidy Bryant and why “nice” is such a loaded word, especially at work. Then how Alison Brie’s Horse Girl is a bait and switch…and why she’s openly declaring her reddit thirst. Finally… are you a Monica or a LaDarius? Do you have what it takes to be on mat? We’re obsessed with Cheer – but we’re also worried about next year. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process...

Brad Pitt is winning everything. And there is work in winning – but is he showing us? Beyoncé’s IVY PARK x adidas collection has finally dropped. Was the launch up to her usual work standard? Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the screenplays. From casting decisions to image management to the process of putting an idea onto the stage or the big screen, Show Your Work is a film or theatre geek's essential weekly listen. Tune in weekly...

Monday's Oscar nominations still *really* sting, since it's clear the Academy wants no new friends -- almost no nominations for women or people of colour means we wonder if it's time for a revolution. And, from one archaic institution to another, we break down Harry & Meghan's escape from the confines of the Royal Family, and why it's broken everything we know about palace protocol. Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the...

A special on-the-road edition of Show Your Work - we are Sleepless in L.A. and thrilled about it! Fresh from Lainey's first-ever Golden Globes (in that dress) we break down exactly how the Red Carpet happens, and how everyone from Jennifer Aniston on down deals with this adrenaline-drunk event. Plus, we decide what goes on the site just minutes after the show - in this ep, we take you into our editorial meeting (i.e. our hotel room) as we debate Hot (or not) Hollywood Dads, winners vs....

It’s the final episode of the year and the decade and we go into the mailbag where there have been several requests to unpack all the drama that went on behind the scenes on The Affair between Ruth Wilson, showrunner Sarah Treem, and Showtime. You also wrote to us about JLo, Scarjo, book recommendations about work, a suggestion about Gabrielle Union and The Morning Show, and, of course, Ryanair! Each week Duana and Lainey deep dive into work behind the gossip, the shows, the scripts, and the...