About Pause With Sam Jay (HBO)

In the HBO series "Pause With Sam Jay," the comedic genius Sam Jay brings laughs and thought-provoking conversations to the screen. Released in 2021, this late-night talk show takes a unique and refreshing twist on the traditional talk show format. Sam Jay engages in earnest conversations with an intimate gathering of friends and special guests, exploring hot topics in today's society, culture, and politics.

Making / Production

"Pause with Sam Jay" is written and executive produced by Sam Jay and Prentice Penny throughout the IngleDodd Media and Penny for Your Thoughts Entertainment, in association with Avalon. Along with Jay and Penny, Chris Pollack, Langston Kerman, Diane Fitzgerald, David Martin, Jon Thoday, and Richard Allen-Turner also serve as executive producers.

Actors

• Sam Jay: Sam Jay not only hosts the show but curates the engaging conversations. Her wit, charm, and humor have a unique way of diving into serious issues with insightful humor.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Sam Jay is renowned for her work on the highly recognized TV show "Saturday Night Live," initiated in 2017, making her the first black lesbian writer in SNL history.
• The show features Sam Jay engaging in conversations at her apartment, which is a break from the usual studio set-up for such shows.

Awards

As of now, the series has not won any awards but remains a highly rated and critically acclaimed show on HBO. It is praised for its unique format and refreshing approach to issues.

Quotes

• "I wanted to create a space that feels honest even when the conversation is tough. People get that and respect it." - Sam Jay
• "Guests come to my space to talk about what they really feel, not what they think people want to hear." - Sam Jay

Music, Soundtrack

The show's unobtrusive and classy background score sets the right tone for the insightful and sometimes intense conversations. However, no particular soundtrack has been released for the show.