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A Man Of ColorEpisode 203 "It Takes Two" w/ Erik Jue and Michiko SasakiIn Episode 203, Hech speaks with fellow FILM PROFESSIONALS OF COLOR, , Erik Jue (Iatse Local 52 Video Technician) as well as his partner, Michiko Sasaki (SAG-AFTRA Network, Film and TV Actor) . Originally Hech thought he was only speaking with Erik on a different topic, however when he realized that Erik's partner was also a fellow FPOC and a member of one of the unions that was actually driving this historic strike, the topic changed.Tune in as Hech, Erik, and Michiko, discuss how they have coped as a family, as parents, and as a couple, during the strike. Hech...2023-11-131h 25A Man Of ColorEpisode 202 "Just The Two of Us" w/ Enzo MartinezIn Episode 202, Hech speaks with Local 52 member, Enzo Martinez. Hech and Enzo discuss how they cope as fathers during this work stoppage that has been going on for over 4 months. The topic of quality time is addressed again, as well family, and finance. What are some of the things we can do now while we are not working? What are some of the things we have done to make sure our children's live aren't also impacted and a negative way? Are we prepared for their sake? Or, do we just live on the edge, and when we fall in on the d...2023-11-051h 04A Man Of ColorEpisode 201 "Worry Bone" w/ Wes WalkerIn Episode 201, Hech speaks with Local 52 Studio Mechanic, Wes Walker. During this historic double union strike, Hech and Wes discuss how they cope or no not cope with the work stoppage that has been going on for over 4 months. This first episode really opens the door on conversations that must be had on "A Man Of Color". How are film-professionals of color dealing with a sudden and long term loss of income? How are we handling it mentally? Emotionally? Are we actually talking about it among ourselves? Are we prepared for moments in our careers like this? Is there help out there...2023-10-301h 09A Man Of ColorEP#200 "Keep Rising To The Top". (Monologue)In Series 2 of "A Man Of Color" Hech talks to various FILM PROFESSIONALS OF COLOR about how they are living their lives during this historic work-stoppage. (WGA & SAG-AFTRA Strike 2023)Hech and his guests open up and allow themselves to be vulnerable for the sake of sharing their methods of managing life during a strike in our industry. However, this information and podcast is NOT INTENDED to be a comparison of notes for current day crew members. (Although they will find these episodes interesting in one way or another). Series 2 is entitled "Get Fresh Crew" and is geared toward...2023-10-0225 minA Man Of ColorEpisode 106 "The Journey" w/ Shari CarpenterThe long awaited, finale of the first series has finally arrived! Director Shari Carpenter talks about her journey from Production Assitant/Intern to becoming the Director that she is today!This one is a little long, so grab a bottle of wine, put your feet up, and enjoy the ride!2023-05-261h 46A Man Of ColorEpisode 105 "Inspire" w/ Justyn T DavisEmmy Award winning , Justyn T Davis, (Lighting Director, Union Gaffer, Director of Photography) joins Hech on A Man Of Color, to discuss giving, receiving, and finding inspiration during their journeys as film professionals of color.2023-02-271h 07A Man Of ColorEpisode 104 "Represent" w/ One9Hech and One9 (Director/Exec Producer/Artist) discuss and explore a film professionals roots and upbringing, and whether or not they affect one's creative force, freedom, and fears. One9 shares his experience of developing, creating and finishing "Nas: Time Is Illmatic", and how his roots help in its inception.2023-02-211h 19A Man Of ColorEpisode 103 "Just Done It" w/ Matt AlbanoHech discusses "Getting It Done" with Youtuber, Artist, and 2nd AC, Matt Albano. In a world and an industry where everybody is always, "working on something", Hech pushes for having "DONE IT" verses, "doing it." Matt Albano, is Hech's first guest that is not of "color" however Matt speaks on being a "Ragu Italian", and not Caucasian.... 2023-02-211h 20A Man Of ColorEpisode 102 "You Know What Time It Is" w/ Salvadore BolivarHech meets up with Salvador Bolivar, (Director Of Photography/Lighting Technician) to discuss the importance and value of time. 2023-02-201h 17A Man Of ColorEpisode 101 "The End Game" w/ Ramulas BurgessIn Episode 101 Hech is joined by Director of Photography, Ramulas Burgess. They talk about having a bigger plan (or not) during one's journey through our wonderful, and illustrious Film and Television Industry. "The End Game" is a term and life skill that Hech learned from his father while learning how to play Chess, Hech uses chess to help demonstrate and provide guidance in life, as well as a guide in one's career.2023-02-201h 26A Man Of ColorEpisode 100. "The Message". (Monologue)In this episode, Anthony Hechanova (aka Hech) does a monologue ( after already recording multiple episodes) and speaks about the journey and the message of A MAN OF COLOR™.2023-02-2025 min