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PAUSE with Sam Jay

Name: PAUSE with Sam Jay
Genre: comedy, news-talk, original
Cast: Sam Jay

2 Seasons | 14 Episodes | TV-MA

Created by Sam Jay and Prentice Penny, this new take on the late-night talk show format uses a fresh lens to plunge into the cultural issues that divide us. Each week, Sam hosts a party at her apartment, where she and her guests explore current topics--conversations that are further expanded upon in interviews, sketches, and animation.

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Season 2, Episode 8: Dead Momma Episode

On the season finale, Sam goes on a journey to conquer her fear of death.

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Season 2, Episode 7: Sexual Miscalculations

Sam looks to reconcile her history of sexual miscalculations.

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PAUSE with Sam Jay Highlights

4:17
Episode 1: Define "Coon"
Sam and her guests discuss the unclear definition of the word and question who gets a final say on the matter.
1:28
Episode 1: Conservatives
Black Republicans explain to Sam what being a conservative means from their perspectives.
4:24
Episode 1: The New Constitution
Sam proposes a list of rules for Blackness, subject and available to change.
5:02
Episode 2: The Privilege of Status
Sam talks to the Lucas Brothers and gun advocate Derrick Grace II about Black safety in America.
1:16
Episode 3: Life Changes
Sam stresses the importance of being allowed to change throughout your life.
1:28
Episode 3: Projecting Confusion
Sam describes how her fears of not being accepted after coming out manifested in some crazy looks.
5:03
Episode 3: Being Free
NFL legend Ricky Williams tells Sam how he found his identity and fulfillment off the field.
4:22
Episode 4: Go Judge Me
Defendants go in front of Sam to learn if they’re guilty of scamming, or just doing what they gotta do.
1:27
Episode 5: Russian Roulette
Sam speaks with a mother of nine about how having children can be a gamble.
1:51
Episode 6: Conspiracy Theories
Sam and her guests consider the levels of truth and commercial ism in conspiracy theories.
1:57
Episode 6: Concierge Healthcare
Sam talks to a concierge doctor about unequal access to healthcare.

The Craft Behind PAUSE

1:04
Langston Kerman
Executive Producer/Head Writer Langston Kerman discusses his role on PAUSE with Sam Jay and his approach to storytelling.
1:05
Jamaal Parham and Bashan Aquart
The directing duo known as JamsXBash share a bit about their career journey and their experience directing this season.
1:06
Tysha Ampadu
Costume Designer Tysha Ampadu discusses her background and the inspiration fueling her craft.
1:03
K’ia Stone
K’ia Stone discusses her career journey so far and her work as a talent booker on PAUSE with Sam Jay.
3:32
Making PAUSE
Co-creators Sam Jay and Prentice Penny discuss their creative intentions and the many pieces that went into making the series.