In this engaging episode of #WorksNProgress, host #MoniceMitchellSimms sits down with renowned journalist #JemeleHill.
They discuss Detroit's unique cultural identity, the trials and triumphs of women in sports journalism, and Jemele's path to becoming a prominent sports journalist.
Jemele also shares insightful anecdotes from her career, her process of finding her voice, and reflects on writing her memoir, which explores her personal history and relationship with her mother. This conversation is packed with humor, poignant memories, and valuable advice for aspiring writers and journalists.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Meet Jemele Hill: Emmy Winner Sports Journalist
02:45 Detroit Roots
10:35 Journey into Journalism
17:33 Challenges and Triumphs for Women in Sports Journalism
24:31 Craft of Writing Sports Stories
26:56 Covering the WNBA and Gender Dynamics
29:48 Roots of Unbothered Confidence
31:59 Becoming a Columnist
33:52 Navigating Social-Media and Criticism
35:15 Unexpected Career Pivots
37:07 Writing a Memoir
40:05 Near-Death Experience – Actor Performance
46:54 Deepening Mother-Daughter Bond
53:10 The Writing Process
01:02:01 Advice for Aspiring Writers
01:03:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections
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So what is #WorksNProgress?
It's is an unique podcuseries that brings diverse storytellers of various genres together to share their in-progress work and unfiltered journeys.
Hosted by award-winning author/screenwriter/showrunner, Monice Mitchell Simms, it feature spirited conversations with guests and samples of guests’ are performed by the show’s cast.
The show as created to demystify the creative process for aspiring writers and inspire them to finish their stories.
