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Ep. 27 - Unconscious Bias, Female Film Pioneers, and Overcoming Rejection with Director Tessa Blake (Part 1)
Published 1 month, 3 weeks ago
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Director and advocate Tessa Blake joins host Danielle Savre for Part 1 of a captivating two part conversation that is equal parts Hollywood history lesson and masterclass in human behavior. Tessa breaks down the real science of cultural unconscious bias in the entertainment industry and shares why rejection impacts women differently than men. Together, they trace the lost history of women in cinema, highlighting pioneers like Alice Guy Blache who helped birth naturalism in film. From embracing Shondaland sets to dismantling the fear of hearing no, Tessa brings sharp clarity, vulnerability, and incredible wisdom to how we view representation and storytelling today.
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