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In this episode, actress and filmmaker Emma Parks joins the show to discuss her award-nominated short film "Dirty Towel," which premiered at Tribeca Film Festival and has garnered over 1.1 million views on YouTube. Emma shares insights about transitioning from short films to feature development, the challenges of fundraising, and the importance of creating your own opportunities in the entertainment industry. The conversation explores her journey from NYU Tisch graduate to rising filmmaker, offering practical advice for young creatives looking to break into the industry.

We also talk about:

• The reality of film school versus industry preparation and what should be taught

• New Year's traditions and the growing Nashville entertainment scene

• Theater subscription models and the future of movie-going experiences

• The collaborative nature of filmmaking and building creative relationships

• Coming-of-age storytelling and addressing shame and empowerment themes

People, Places, Products, and Websites Mentioned:

NYU Tisch School of the Arts

Tribeca Film Festival

Film Shortage (YouTube platform)

Notion and Notion Agent (sponsor)

Nashville's New Year's celebration

Times Square New Year's Eve

AMC A-List subscription service

Maccabea Games (Jewish Olympics)

Almost Famous

Good Will Hunting

The Way Way Back

Coraline

Knives Out

Dune

The Godfather

Cameron Crowe

Greta Gerwig

Meryl Streep

Reese Witherspoon

Margot Robbie

Kobe Bryant

Olive Garden

Wendy's

Baskin-Robbins

Auntie Anne's

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