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 “As long as “diversity” and “representation” is on the website, we are safe.” These terms that hold immense impact, nowadays have almost become exploited as a marketable proof that an institution is “politically correct”. From casting a BIPOC actor to a stereotypical role to building diversity initiatives that are for the benefit of the institutions, we seek to examine the issue of a lack of authentic and genuine change and inclusion in the film industry. Discussions around “representation” on screen is essential. However, at the root, are the decision makers in the room and those behind the scenes. From a series of interviews of emerging and established female filmmakers of colour artists, interludes of immersive experiences and educational interpretations from professor, journalist and activist, Pamela Newkirk, we hear first hand from those who are struggling to navigate the film industry and learn from the implications of it - what do we need to do moving forward? The central question we’re tackling is th

Ghazi Faisal Al-Muliafi’s journey began with one statement from his grandfather, who was once a Kuwaiti pearl diving shipmaster: “All the men died at sea”. Now an ethnomusicologist at NYU Abu Dhabi, Ghazi has spent his career researching Kuwaiti pearl diving music and the lives of the pearl divers in order to connect with his ancestral past. In the process, his work has uncovered long lost narratives that have larger implications on how we think about cultural appropriation, tradition, and national identity. When Kuwait became a nation in 1961, the music of pearl diving became codified as a national signifier for the country. The music was no longer allowed to morph and change as it had for hundreds of years prior when the pearl divers were out at sea, travelling along their trading routes. Ghazi realized that his ancestors were global citizens in their own right and, without the current ideals about fixed heritage and national identity, they experienced a freedom of cultural sharing that we no longer have to

In the months preceding the 2020 elections, NYU Professors Erica Foldy and John Gershman were concerned about voter turnout. The country continued to reckon with one crisis after another—from the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic to persistent demonstrations against racial inequity—and the ballot box would be a powerful opportunity for Americans to respond. But would voters show up on election day? And even more alarmingly, would those who want to vote even be able to? The solution, Erica and John realized, was to mobilize organizers who could educate and empower America’s electorate—and who better to mobilize than their students at NYU? And so began the university’s VOTE 2020 Fellowship.From the summer preceding the elections to the senatorial run-offs in January, the VOTE 2020 Fellowship partnered NYU students with grassroots organizations that champion voting rights. Erica and John secured funding from the university provost to support the students, and then, like matchmakers, paired students with org

Hello LabCast family, We hope you are all safe and managing as best you can during these challenging times. We are happy to (finally) bring you our spring 2020 season, delayed, in no small part, due to COVID, remote work, and recent events. Given the obstacles our team faced recording and finishing the episodes, we ask that you forgive any sound hiccups and join us in applauding our student editors and audio engineers who managed the challenges and limitations with grace and skill. Thank you students! We think it’s also important to note that both the episodes and the introduction to episode 23 were recorded prior to the tragedies surrounding George Floyd and the BLM movement. The Lab reiterates its unequivocal support of the members of the Black creative community at NYU and the BLM movement more generally. We have compiled resources on our website for those looking to learn more and support BIPOC artists. The episodes this season center two Black voices from our community: Michael R. Jackson and Joshua Pier

Hello LabCast family, We hope you are all safe and managing as best you can during these challenging times. We are happy to (finally) bring you our spring 2020 season, delayed, in no small part, due to COVID, remote work, and recent events. Given the obstacles our team faced recording and finishing the episodes, we ask that you forgive any sound hiccups and join us in applauding our student editors and audio engineers who managed the challenges and limitations with grace and skill. Thank you students! We absolutely couldn't do it without you. We think it’s also important to note that both the episodes were recorded prior to the tragedies surrounding George Floyd and the BLM movement. The Lab reiterates its unequivocal support of the members of the Black creative community at NYU and the BLM movement more generally. We have compiled resources on our website for those looking to learn more and support BIPOC artists. The episodes this season center two Black voices from our community: Michael R. Jackson and Josh

In this episode, we talk with the creators Esteban Bailey and Justice on their work as writing partners in the NYU Production Lab Summer Podcast Incubator. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jeremiah Campoverde Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Sound Engineers: NYU Abu Dhabi and the Music Technology & Sound Recording Group-- Daby Ibegbu, Kang Huh, Rashid Alnuaimi, Xinyue Li Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano (Head of the Production) and Ivan Pereira (Assistant Head of Production) Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T Sun Tan Lines by Florian Decros from WFMU Free Music Archives

In this episode, we talk with Win the Wedding podcast creator, Caroline Casey, changing her plans in the NYU Production Lab Summer Podcast Incubator. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Demi Ayeye Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Sound Engineers: NYU Abu Dhabi and the Music Technology & Sound Recording Group-- Bea Laszlo, Jakub Podmokly, Vanessa Robinson Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano (Head of the Production) and Ivan Pereira (Assistant Head of Production) Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T Sun Tan Lines by Florian Decros from WFMU Free Music Archives

In this episode, we talk with The Vacationeers podcast creator, Maya Millett, on her work bringing history to the present in the NYU Production Lab Summer Podcast Incubator. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Maame Attakora Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Sound Engineers: NYU Abu Dhabi and the Music Technology & Sound Recording Group-- Ahmed Mitry, Mary Collins, Morgane Motlik Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano (Head of the Production) and Ivan Pereira (Assistant Head of Production) Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T Sun Tan Lines by Florian Decros from WFMU Free Music Archives

In this episode, we talk with The City Below podcast creator, Celine Snippe , on her work producing a podcast for the first time in the NYU Production Lab Summer Podcast Incubator. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jeremiah Campoverde Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Sound Engineers: NYU Abu Dhabi and the Music Technology & Sound Recording Group-- Aaron Marcus-Willers, Farah Elmowafy, Soojin Lee Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano (Head of the Production) and Ivan Pereira (Assistant Head of Production) Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T Sun Tan Lines by Florian Decros from WFMU Free Music Archives

In this episode, we talk with CEDU podcast creator, Elizabeth Chatelain, on her work documenting her family's story in the NYU Production Lab Summer Podcast Incubator. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Demi Ayeye Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Sound Engineers: NYU Abu Dhabi and the Music Technology & Sound Recording Group-- Ivan Budnik Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano (Head of the Production) and Ivan Pereira (Assistant Head of Production) Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T Sun Tan Lines by Florian Decros from WFMU Free Music Archives

In this episode, we talk with Silicon City author and podcast creator, Cary McClelland, on his work exploring Silicon Valley through voices and stories in the NYU Production Lab Summer Podcast Incubator. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jerusalem Adams-Shepard Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Sound Engineers: NYU Abu Dhabi and the Music Technology & Sound Recording Group-- Toby Tinson, Reema El-Kaiali, Enid Mollel, Sarah Alkaabi Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano (Head of the Production) and Ivan Pereira (Assistant Head of Production) Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T Sun Tan Lines by Florian Decros from WFMU Free Music Archives

Charles Siebert, author of three critically acclaimed memoirs and Professor of Practice of Literature and Creative Writing, and NYU student Zoe Patterson share their experiences with Letters From Afar: Travel Writing Abroad. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Anna Van Dine Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Sound Engineers: Mateo Monjaraz and Ivan Pereira Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

Michael Allen Harris, current MFA Dramatic Writing student at Tisch and winner of Lorraine Hansberry (Best Writing of a Play) Award at the 2018 Black Theatre Alliance Awards, shares a first time read through of his new pilot. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Demi Ayeye Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Sound Engineers: Mateo Monjaraz and Ivan Pereira Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

NYU graduate and documentarian, TJ Parsell, shares his experience creating his latest documentary film, Invisible, which sheds light on the discrimination of gay or queer artists in the country music industry. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Vicky Liu Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Sound Engineers: Mateo Monjaraz and Ivan Pereira Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T and featured music by Dianne Davidson

NYU graduate student, Nou Moua, shares her experience starting as a new podcaster and developing her own podcast, Hmongumentary. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Ana Larrazolo-López Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Sound Engineers: Mateo Monjaraz and Ivan Pereira Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

Playwright Joey Merlo shares his experience developing a pilot with the NYU Production Lab that blends his personal experience with his family's connection to Tennessee Williams. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jeremiah Campoverde Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Sound Engineers: Mateo Monjaraz and Ivan Pereira Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

NYU MFA candidate Sonia Feigelson talks creative writing and reads an excerpt from her novel No One Still Here is Not in Love about gender, sexuality, and surveillance through the lens of a reality television show not unlike the Bachelor. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jerusalem Adams-Shepard Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Sound Engineers: Mateo Monjaraz and Ivan Pereira Thanks to: John Tintori and Matteo Marciano Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

Thinking about starting your own podcast? We hosted a live event and here's part two, where we learned from producer pros Michael Garofalo from Kickstarter and Megan Tan from Millennial about what it takes to produce a story. Thinking about starting your own podcast? We hosted a live event and learned from producer pros Michael Garofalo from Kickstarter and Megan Tan from Millennial about what it takes to produce a story. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jerusalem Adams-Shepard Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Thanks to: John Tintori, Michael Garofalo and Megan Tan Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

Thinking about starting your own podcast? We hosted a live event and learned from producer pros Kerrianne Thomas from Gimlet Creative and Ike Sriskandarajah from The Daily about what it takes to produce a story. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jerusalem Adams-Shepard Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Thanks to: John Tintori, Kerrianne Thomas and Ike Sriskandarajah Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T

Since half the battle is showing up, this episode is all about commitment. Hosts: Ronica Reddick and Jerusalem Adams-Shepard Executive Producer: Katie Shepherd Associate Producer: Anna Van Dine Thanks to: John Tintori, Basil Apostolo, Adam, and Jeremiah Campoverde Theme Song: "Wrong Turnn" by Abby T