From evolving must-watch picks to industry plot twists, Boardroom Senior Editor of Entertainment Michelai Graham hosts a curated video series connecting film, TV, and the culture shaping them.
We’re living in an era where content is everywhere.
New shows drop weekly, films cycle through theaters and streamers at lightning speed, and algorithms are constantly trying to tell us what to watch next. But what’s missing isn’t access. It’s context.
That’s the idea behind The Watchlist with Michelai, my new weekly entertainment series at Boardroom. This isn’t another list of trending titles or a recap of whatever the internet is yelling about that day. It’s a curated space to talk about what’s actually worth your time in film and television — and more importantly, why it matters within the larger culture.
Every episode, I’ll add one title to an evolving Watchlist based on impact, craft, and staying power. Think of it as a running conversation rather than a static ranking. A year-long experiment that builds toward a definitive list of the best things to watch in 2026. Some picks will be new releases, others might be classics or unexpected rediscoveries. The goal isn’t just to keep up with entertainment; it’s to understand how it connects to the stories shaping our industry right now.n By the end of 2026, we’ll have a roadmap of the year’s most essential stories; the ones that didn’t just trend for a weekend, but actually moved the needle.
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Outside of building the Watchlist itself, the show also zooms out to unpack the headlines, trends, and conversations driving film, TV, and pop culture. Because sometimes the most interesting thing about what we’re watching isn’t the title, it’s the bigger shift happening behind the scenes.
The first episode sets the tone for what’s ahead. Boardroom’s VP of Content, Damien Scott, joins me to nominate the very first Watchlist addition, kicking off the collaborative spirit of the series. From there, we dive into a segment exploring why 2026 might quietly belong to Anne Hathaway, break down the awards season rollercoaster surrounding Sinners, and get honest about the streaming landscape — including why the industry may be inching closer to a Cable 2.0 era, whether we like it or not.
Beyond the big industry conversations, I also do a candid check-in on what I’ve been watching lately, from reality TV chaos to Sundance standouts that stayed with me.
At its core, The Watchlist with Michelai is about cutting through the noise. It’s a space for thoughtful perspective, honest takes, and a little curiosity about the stories we keep returning to. Whether you’re a casual viewer looking for your next binge or someone who wants to understand where entertainment is headed, join me right here, every week.
This is your official invitation to tune in.
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