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WGA Strike Captain Breaks Down What's At Stake
Victor M. Duenas On What's at the Core of the WGA Negotiations and Why Now
Happy Friday, AOP Fam!
As we head into the weekend, I'd be remiss if I didn't point out the palpable fear and anxiety in the air in Hollywood. Between the massive layoffs impacting colleagues and the highly probable WGA strike, let's just the say the vibez are...low. Do you feel it too? How are you navigating this time? Let a sista know becauseeee.. I'm choosing to stay optimistic and focus on abundance as much as I can, but it's def been a rollercoaster.
With this in mind, I invited WGA strike captain Victor M. Duenas to stop by the show and break down what is being negotiated, why now, and what is at stake for writers. #solidarity Thanks for continuing to do this life thing with me!
HIGHLIGHT EPISODE
On this special episode, I answer some of your poignant questions. I hope it proves helpful and/or insightful! Please DM me or email them as I plan to do this on all episodes going forward.
Check out my illuminating chat with WGA strike captain Victor M. Dueñas. These negotiations will set a precedent for all creatives working in Entertainment who wish to actually be able to carve a life for themselves.
Questions answered in this episode:
How to crack the line producer path
My biggest DON’Ts for those breaking into the industry as a producer
A time I took chance on myself without knowing if it was going to work out
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