Meet Asia Nichols, a nomadic writer/director from Vallejo, Calif., whose storytelling dives deep into Black womanhood and the uncanny. 🌍
Since 2011, she's been travelling with her husband, from India to Kenya, conjuring up twisted tales inspired by her travels! 🎭 Asia's award-winning screenplay "So Unfair" and her play "The Incredible Darling(s)" showcase her unique voice in storytelling. 📜 Currently in Central Mexico, she's transforming her acclaimed short horror film "Daraluz" into a feature!
Excitingly, Asia has launched a pilot coaching program, sharing secrets on securing inspiring house-sitting gigs for creatives yearning for a nomadic lifestyle. 📝 Click the link to visit her website: https://bit.ly/43Znta8
Don't miss her intriguing journey—catch our latest episode with Asia on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform! 🎧 Link in bio. 🔗
Get ready to be captivated by the brilliance of Asia Nichols, a nomadic writer/director hailing from Vallejo, Calif. 🎬 Check out this sneak peek with Asia delves into her uncanny works that explore Black womanhood and into themes that might make you squirm. 🖋️
Fanshen shares her chilling experience of being traumatized by horror movies at 16, leading to a surprising twist when she judges a 48-hour short horror film competition in 2021. 🎥 One film, 'DaraLuz,' stood out—none of the judges could believe it was crafted in just two days! 🌟 It's a must-watch that addresses something deeply needed in today's world.
Catch this enlightening conversation on our YouTube channel or your preferred podcast platform. 🎧 Link in bio! 🔗
Step into the vibrant world of Seyi Adebanjo, MFA, a groundbreaking filmmaker and activist amplifying marginalized voices through the power of video. 🎥 Seamlessly blending art, imagination, ritual, and politics, Seyi's work transcends boundaries and sparks crucial conversations on social justice issues. As a 2023 Sundance Institute Trans Possibilities Intensive Fellow and a faculty member at New York University, Seyi's impact extends far beyond the screen. 🏳️⚧️
Don't miss out on their inspiring journey—tune in every Tuesday at 9 AM PST on YouTube or your preferred podcast app! 🌟
Valerie's electrifying journey shines through in the vibrant worlds of theater, healthcare, and education! 🎭 From her early days at Inner City Cultural Center, where she discovered the magic of the stage, to her inspiring tenure at Howard University, Valerie's passion for storytelling shines through in every role she steps into. 💫
Tune in to episode 8 if you haven't already! Unravel Valerie's captivating narrative, filled with creativity, education, and empowerment! 🎬
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Craving a captivating conversation that celebrates the dynamic journeys of Black women and gender expansive individuals in the film industry? Tune in every Tuesday at 9 AM PST on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform! 🎬
Explore Valerie Alleyne Udeozor's multifaceted career and community initiatives in the 8th episode of the Sista Brunch Podcast. From feature films to impactful documentaries, Valerie's work shines a light on pressing issues while earning her recognition and accolades. 🏆 Don't miss out on the fascinating insights from her inspirational journey!
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Sista Brunch is an interview-style podcast where Black women in the media reveal how they broke into—and now thrive in—one of the world’s toughest industries with candor and humor.
Call us - yes! CALL US and ask us or our guest's questions and make sure to listen to the podcast if you aren't already.
Where Are They Now?
Where are they now? SistaBrunch likes to check in on our past guests and highlight what they've been up to!
This week, we're checking in on Winter Dunn (@itswinterdunn) the award-winning director, producer and actress who was one of our special guests in season 2,
Recently, her short film DEAR MAMA (@dearmamafilm) world premiered at SXSW 2022 (@sxsw), was awarded a Special Jury Mention in Drama at Aspen Shortsfest and is currently streaming on The New Yorker (@
thenewyorker).
If you feel like revisiting her podcast episode - hit the link!
https://tinyurl.com/msrtupvf
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"When I design a movie, I think about -- how is this going to stand the test of time?" - @camille_friend
She recently did the hairstyles for @marvelstudios Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. ✊🏽✊🏿
What was your favorite hairstyle from the movies? Sound off in the comments below!
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"My journey has always been about making Black women feel seen." - Taylor K. Shaw
Animators, listen up! 👂🏾👂🏾👂🏾
In this episode, creator, writer, and activist Taylor K. Shaw talks to Fanshen about Taylor's path from journalism to animation and the community of allies who helped bring her vision to life. Taylor is the founder of Black Women Animate, a company that produces original content, offers production services, and trains and develops talent—all with the primary goal of lifting up women and nonbinary storytellers of color.
Full episode link here: https://apple.co/3NJnmXT
"I wanted to be an agent because I didn't see many Black agents."
Davina Hefflin is a literary agent at Verve. Davina focuses her career on identifying and empowering a diverse range of voices—including those in the LGBTQ+ community. In this episode, she talks to Anya and Fanshen about working her way up from the mailroom, the importance of mentorship, and what she sees as her mission as an agent.
(Writers and directors, listen up: this episode is for you.)
Listen to the full episode here: https://apple.co/3uzSujS
"I could complete by being prepared." - Rae Benjamin 🔥🔥🔥
Rae Benjamin is the founder of In The Cut, an org that creates safe spaces for BIPOC creators in the entertainment industry. She's also a staff writer on S3 of The Witcher.
Listen to Rae as she talks to Fanshen about her career transition from graphic designer to screenwriter, why she created In the Cut, and what can happen when preparation meets opportunity.
Listen to more here: https://apple.co/3Idc1ve
"I knew I had more to contribute to the universe." - Kelly Edwards
After seven years as a Senior Vice President at HBO, Kelly Edwards recently transitioned into a two-year first-look television writing deal at HBO where she will develop a slate of projects under her Edwardian Pictures banner.
Kelly returns to Sista Brunch to talk with Fanshen and Anya about her recent career shift and her book, The Executive Chair: A Writer’s Guide to TV Development (which debuted as an instant Amazon Best Seller)!
Full episode here: https://apple.co/3sSES3l
In today's episode, the brilliant producer, activist, and founder of Women of Color Unite (WOCU) Cheryl Bedford discusses with #SistaBrunch co-hosts Fanshen and Anya how her roots in social justice activism have influenced her Hollywood career—and why women of color should "greenlight" themselves.
Listen to the full episode here: https://apple.co/3B5vUlM
Hey y'all! Excited to bring you episode 2 of S3 with guest Kamari Somers, a Showrunner's Assistant and aspiring screenwriter.
Listen as Kamari talks to
co-hosts Anya and Fanshen about her on-set experience working her way up in the film industry in Pittsburgh and around the U.S., the most valuable lessons she's learned along the way, and turning preparation into opportunity.
Full episode link here: https://apple.co/35pcBs3
It's heeeeeeereeee!
Welcome to the first episode of S3, where co-hosts Anya and Fanshen interview the hilarious and charming actor/singer Alex Newell about being a gender non-conforming artist with a national platform, Black and queer storytelling, how to go after what you want, and the transformative power of self-belief.
This ep's a self-doubt ERASER, y'all.
Listen if you need a 2022 reset, or just a little motivating pep talk before you polish that script or submit that audition tape.
Full episode link here: https://apple.co/3qDZSKj
In in our first season, we spoke with producer @kadiatou.kamakate who shared with us the importance and value of #emotionalintelligence and giving back to your peers. Check it out by clicking the link in our bio!
"When I design a movie, I do think about -- how is this going to stand the test of time?"
Camille Friend, known as the hair guru, has been a hair department head for films like Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Tenet, The Hateful 8, Us, Detroit and The Hunger Games. She's also the co-founder of Hair Scholars, an organization that provides hands-on workshops and seminars for aspiring professional hairstylists. She's an Emmy Award nominee and member of the Television Academy of Art and Sciences, and has worked with stars like Elizabeth Banks, Samuel L. Jackson, Julianne Moore, and Don Cheadle.
We're excited to share our discussion with you on the next episode of Sista Brunch!
Tune into the podcast tomorrow.
