Part 2/2 of our SANDITON “deep dive” features a conversation with SHARON D. JOHNSON, Ph.D. script and story consultant to PBS MASTERPIECE. Dr. Johnson describes how her experiences as cultural historian, screenwriter, and academic with background in depth psychology contributes to bringing authenticity to the presence and stories of Georgiana Lambe (Sanditon) and other people of color in historical drama. The podcast explores:
1. Racial representation and authenticity in historical drama
2. Facing uncomfortable truths in period adaptations
3. The collaborative process of inclusive storytelling
AUDIO NOTE: There are some audio blips on the guest speaker’s track due to a weak WiFi connection. There’s also soft jingling sounds (jewelry). There’s still much of our fascinating conversation with Dr. Johnson included in the podcast for the enjoyment of our listeners.
TIME STAMPS:
:58 Recap of SANDITON Seasons 1 and 2
2:30 Sharon Johnson, Ph.D. bio
3:52 MASTERPIECE -- combining literature, film, depth psychology culture, race
5:34 Diversity and Representation in MASTERPIECE (historical drama)
6:46 Georgiana Lambe (and the Slave Trade) -- Keeping the Story Honest
8:11 Cowrie Shells, Sons of Africa, Abolition (Cultural Authenticity)
12:00 Psychology and Storytelling
12:48 Diversity and Uncomfortable Truths
15:42 Jane Austen, Abolitionism, and Georgiana Lambe
19:35 Sugar Boycott
21:23 Impact and Authenticity (Working with MASTERPIECE executive producer Susanne Simpson)
25:14 Black Women's Hair and Historical Drama
28:00 Music
28:34 Regency England, Race, Womanhood, Wealth and Society
33:50 Sugar Boycott and Sons of Africa
44:03 Lightning Round
Part 1/2 of our PBS MASTERPIECE Sanditon “deep dive” features a conversation with actress Crystal Clarke who portrays Georgiana Lambe in the series. More information and podcast link available here.
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