In this episode of the She+ Geeks Out podcast, we welcome guest Huriyyah Muhammad, a writer, director, and producer, to discuss her journey in the film industry, the role of lifting up others in creative work, and her latest project 'Chocolate with Sprinkles'. Huriyyah also shares insights on breaking into directing, the impact of representation in Hollywood, and co-founding the Black TV and Film Collective. Before the interview, Felicia and Rachel discuss the importance of setting workplace boundaries and acknowledging how challenging it can be to maintain professional and personal well-being.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to She Geeks Out Podcast
00:26 Discussing Workplace Boundaries
01:59 Navigating Authenticity and Boundaries at Work
05:21 The Impact of Values in the Workplace
08:45 Introducing Huriyyah Muhammad
10:06 Huriyyah's Journey into Film
21:13 Chocolate with Sprinkles: A Personal Story
25:48 Exploring Magical Realism in Film
28:26 Introduction to the Black TV and Film Collective
30:09 Challenges and Growth of the Collective
31:40 Industry Shifts and Representation
34:49 Media Literacy and Misinformation
39:38 Directing Ramadan America
43:18 Breaking into Directing
50:23 Personal Reflections and Parenthood
56:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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