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Spotlight:Dominique Young | The Blackscript, Talks Ryan Coogler, Women's Rights, Pop Culture & More!
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Today on the show, we’re joined by an absolute powerhouse: an award-winning researcher, educator, editor, grant writing strategist, Women's Rights activist, and principal writer for The Blackscript!
In this insightful episode, our guest takes us behind the scenes of her incredible journey—from earning a PhD in English to analyzing iconic pop culture moments. We dive deep into her dissertation featuring classic cultural touchstones like Set It Off and Meagan Good in 50 Cent’s "21 Questions" music video, the viral moment she cheered on Ryan Coogler, and what it felt like getting the call to join The Blackscript team.
Plus, we talk about the upcoming 57th NAACP Image Awards, the changes needed for women’s rights in the film industry, and the most anticipated movies coming to screens this year!
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