Are We Canceled Yet?

Should Hollywood Bring Back Quibi for the Vertical Era?

May 29, 2026·59 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This week, chaos and creativity collide as Tamika debates reclaiming the wig she literally just gave away a few episodes ago, while Jojo casually needs half a million dollars to fund an indie project—investors, where y’all at? We dive into how art imitates reality through The Studio, question whether Tamika’s directorial debut should be a traditional web series or a vertical short dramedy, and once again demand the return of Quibi because maybe they were just ahead of their time.We also shout out creator Zoe James and her free networking database connecting film creatives above and below the line, talk about turning house parties into side hustles, and unpack how Mother’s Day evolved into another commercialized holiday.Plus: why everyone growing up was suddenly in Tae Kwon Do or suspicious “modeling schools,” Tamika’s childhood photo memories with Ricky Racoon, why Once Upon A Time had elite storytelling, villain origin stories, the lack of manners in LA, and why leaning into your harmless intrusive thoughts might actually lead to your next creative breakthrough....🛒 FS Drinks - Café-quality bottled boba drinks💰 Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: AWCYCREWhttps://fsdrinks.com/discount/AWCYCREW...New Episodes Every Friday @ 9AM PT!!Available on: RSS, Spotify, Amazon Music, Podcast Index, Fountain, Podverse, Truefans, Pandora, IHeart Radio & YoutubeTo stay updated on all things AWCY, Follow us on socials:Instagram: @awcy_officialSpill: @awcy_podcastFanbase: @awcy_podcastBluesky: @awcypodcast.bsky.socialYoutube: @arewecanceledyet

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