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SEASON FINALE premieres Wednesday!

CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 9: “Mr. Ghost”

Mr. Ghost disappears before the date ever happens.

At first, Jada is left wondering what happened — and whether he may have been hiding more than she realized.

After a season of red flags, disappointment, mixed signals, and searching for love, Jada finally has to face the question she’s been avoiding:

Can she stop looking for someone else to choose her… and finally choose herself?

CHECK, PLEASE! — Season 1 Finale
Episode 9: Mr. Ghost

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CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 8: “Mr. Unavailable”

What happens when an office romance starts to feel like something real… but only to one person?

For months, Jada has been involved with her manager during an internship, hoping their connection will eventually become more than something hidden behind office doors.

But when she finally pushes for clarity, she’s forced to face a truth she wasn’t prepared for:

He was never planning to choose her.

Now Jada has to confront what happens when mixed signals, blurred boundaries, and the need for someone’s approval collide.

Episode 8 — “Mr. Unavailable”
When an office romance falls apart.

Have you ever mistaken someone’s attention for intention? 👀

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An I AM ARTIST Production

Created, Written & Directed by
Jennifer Akabue @iamjadaku

Produced by
Jennifer Akabue

Executive Producer
Jennifer Akabue

Director of Photography
Jennifer Akabue

Edited by
Jennifer Akabue

Original Music written by
JA’DAKU @iamjadaku

SONGS:
“Auditioning for love”
“ Check , please! “

Sound Engineer
Jennifer Akabue

Casting by
Jennifer Akabue

Casting
I AM ARTIST AGENCY @iamartistagency

Costume & Wardrobe
Jennifer Akabue

© 2026 I AM ARTIST Productions.
All Rights Reserved. by @watchcheckplease

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PREMIERES WEDNESDAY 👀🎬

CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 8: “Mr. Unavailable”

What happens when an office romance starts to feel like something real… but only to one person?

For months, Jada has been involved with her manager during an internship, hoping their connection will eventually become more than something hidden behind office doors.

But when she finally pushes for clarity, she’s forced to face a truth she wasn’t prepared for:

He was never planning to choose her.

Now Jada has to confront what happens when mixed signals, blurred boundaries, and the need for someone’s approval collide.

Episode 8 — “Mr. Unavailable”
When an office romance falls apart.

Premieres Wednesday.

Have you ever mistaken someone’s attention for intention? 👀

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CHECK,PLEASE! “Booked & Busy Friend”
Ep 7
Jada sits down with a friend who seems to have it all together — career, confidence, a full schedule… and opinions about dating. 😂

But the conversation takes an unexpected turn.

Because sometimes the real question isn’t just who you’re dating…

it’s who you are when you’re not constantly busy, chosen, or achieving.

Can being “booked and busy” ever become part of your identity? 👀

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This Wednesday: CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 7:
“The Booked and Busy Friend”

Jada sits down with a friend who seems to have it all together — career, confidence, a full schedule… and opinions about dating. 😂

But the conversation takes an unexpected turn.

Because sometimes the real question isn’t just who you’re dating…

it’s who you are when you’re not constantly busy, chosen, or achieving.

Premieres Wednesday.

Can being “booked and busy” ever become part of your identity? 👀

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14 days ago

CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 6: “Mama’s Boy” ❤️🚩

And this episode comes with a very special guest appearance! 👀✨

A huge thank you to T Bell Studios for being part of this episode and for creating a space where actors can train, grow, sharpen their craft, and build confidence. I’m so grateful for the support, professionalism, and love you continue to pour into the acting community. 🎭❤️

You definitely don’t want to miss this one!

Will Mama’s Boy have you staying seated… or saying CHECK, PLEASE?! 😂🚩

🎬 Episode 6 — “Mama’s Boy”
📺 Premieres Now
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An I AM ARTIST Production

Created, Written & Directed by
Jennifer Akabue @iamjadaku

Produced by
Jennifer Akabue

Executive Producer
Jennifer Akabue

Director of Photography
Jennifer Akabue

Edited by
Jennifer Akabue

Original Music written by
JA’DAKU @iamjadaku

SONGS:
“ Check , please! “

Sound Engineer
Jennifer Akabue

Casting by
Jennifer Akabue

Casting
I AM ARTIST AGENCY @iamartistagency

Costume & Wardrobe
Jennifer Akabue

© 2026 I AM ARTIST Productions.
All Rights Reserved. by @watchcheckplease

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🚨 NEW EPISODE TOMORROW! 🚨

CHECK, PLEASE!
Episode 6 — “The Mama’s Boy” 👀

Dating a man is one thing…
Dating him AND his mama? That’s a whole different relationship. 😂

When does being close to your mother cross the line into letting her control your relationship?

Find out tomorrow on CHECK, PLEASE! ❤️🚩

📅 Premieres September 23
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Would you Stay Seated or say CHECK, PLEASE!? 👀

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CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 5: THERAPY

Jada has spent a lot of time talking about the men she’s dated…

Now it’s time to talk about her.

The patterns.
The choices.
The expectations.
And the things she may not want to admit out loud.

Sometimes the hardest conversation is the one that forces you to look at yourself.

Episode 5: THERAPY is out now.

Watch and tell me:

What do you think Jada needs to hear in therapy? 👀

Stay Seated… or CHECK, PLEASE? 🧾

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An I AM ARTIST Production

Created, Written & Directed by
Jennifer Akabue @iamjadaku

Produced by
Jennifer Akabue

Executive Producer
Jennifer Akabue

Director of Photography
Jennifer Akabue

Edited by
Jennifer Akabue

Original Music written by
JA’DAKU @iamjadaku

SONGS:
“Locked cage”
“ Check , please! “

Sound Engineer
Jennifer Akabue

Casting by
Jennifer Akabue

Casting
I AM ARTIST AGENCY @iamartistagency

Costume & Wardrobe
Jennifer Akabue

© 2026 I AM ARTIST Productions.
All Rights Reserved. by @watchcheckplease

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Sometimes the problem is you.
CHECK, PLEASE! — Episode 5: “Therapy” premieres Tomorrow September 16.

Sometimes healing starts with finally saying the things you’ve been carrying.

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Episode 5: THERAPY! premieres 9/16

Sometimes the biggest red flags aren’t just the people you date…

Sometimes it’s the patterns, the choices, and the things you’ve been avoiding within yourself. 👀

In Episode 5, Jada finally sits down in therapy and starts facing the deeper questions behind her dating life, her decisions, and what she really wants.

Because healing will tell you the truth… even when it’s uncomfortable.

Premieres September 16.

What do you think Jada needs to hear in therapy? 👀

Stay Seated… or CHECK, PLEASE? 🧾

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CHECK,PLEASE! Ep 4: Too Woke for Me

The date starts off smooth… but the more he talks, the more JA’DAKU starts wondering if this is really going anywhere. 😅

Would you stay seated… or say CHECK, PLEASE!?

Watch Episode 4 today and tell me what YOU think.

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An I AM ARTIST Production

Created, Written & Directed by
Jennifer Akabue @iamjadaku

Produced by
Jennifer Akabue

Executive Producer
Jennifer Akabue

Director of Photography
Jennifer Akabue

Edited by
Jennifer Akabue

Original Music written by
JA’DAKU @iamjadaku

Sound Engineer
Jennifer Akabue

Casting by
Jennifer Akabue

Casting
I AM ARTIST AGENCY @iamartistagency

Costume & Wardrobe
Jennifer Akabue

© 2026 I AM ARTIST Productions.
All Rights Reserved. taken in Red Stix Asian Street Food by @watchcheckplease

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Episode 4 is coming… Wednesday 👀

CHECK, PLEASE! — “Too Woke for Me”

What happens when the conversation sounds good at first… but the more he talks, the more the red flags start showing?

JA’DAKU is back at the table, and this date is definitely giving different views, different energy. 😅

Would you stay seated… or say CHECK, PLEASE!?

Episode 4 — Too Woke for Me
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