Ishmael Daddy Bangura on Being an Influencer in Sierra Leone

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Kellen and Ishmael had a conversation about Ishmael's background in film and social media. Ishmael shared how he started acting in school, transitioned to YouTube, and eventually formed his own production company called FineTaste. - PLAY @0:00
Ishmael and KELLEN discussed the challenges faced by creatives in Sierra Leone, including the need for education, better internet access, and equipment. They also talked about the importance of producing content that can be understood globally, regardless of language, through actions, expressions, and body language. - PLAY @8:23
Ishmael and KELLEN discussed Ishmael's vision of focusing on more action and less dialogue in his movies, as well as his community give-back initiatives and plans for a project against drug abuse. Ishmael shared that he had a written plan and had sent proposals to various institutions for support. - PLAY @16:50
Kellen and Ishmael discussed the need for a platform in Africa similar to Netflix for African filmmakers to showcase their movies and receive fair compensation. They also talked about the challenges of monetizing content on platforms like YouTube and the importance of creating websites and portals for independent distribution. - PLAY @24:05
Ishmael and KELLEN discussed Ishmael's various projects, including a movie about drug dangers and a comedy series called Safi Mystic. Ishmael shared his social media channels and encouraged listeners to subscribe and share his content. - PLAY @32:00