The Blended Future Project and The Blue House (Dija Henry) created a short documentary and trailer on behalf of The Felege Hiywot Center. This piece of media focus on topics of reentry, causes and solutions to crime and recidivism. These…
The Blended Future Project and The Blue House (Dija Henry) created a short documentary and trailer on behalf of The Felege Hiywot Center. This piece of media focus on topics of reentry, causes and solutions to crime and recidivism. These…
Welcome to “Mixed Stories,” a captivating series that delves deep into the extraordinary journeys of individuals exploring their diverse identities. In this episode, we bring you the untold tale of Bonnie McIntosh, a multiracial musician on a quest to unravel…
In this vibrant community of mixed creators, each of you brings a tapestry of unique perspectives, shaped by rich cultural backgrounds and personal experiences. Together, we embark on a creative journey filled with possibilities. This week, let’s address two significant…
HOLLYWOOD IS STRUGGLING There’s upheaval happening in the entertainment industry. There’s a Writer’s strike happening. The tech layoffs have caused the streaming industry to layoff their own staff as well. The movie industry scrambles to stay out of the red…
Something that took me a while to realize. As multiracial artists, we have a unique perspective that deserves to be shared. Our experiences and personal stories can be powerful tools to create engaging and relatable content that resonates with an…
There’s common advice I give to creators and brands trying to make the leap into YouTube or podcasting. To be successful in these spaces, one of the most important things you can do is to try to teach your audience…
STUDYING MARTIAL ARTS This is not a promotion for a martial arts course. Instead, I’d like to discuss a principle found in Chinese martial arts that can be applied to any creative pursuit. I learned this lesson while studying martial…
Being a Mixed actor in the entertainment industry is a tough job. I’m not talking about the ones at the top of the Hollywood food chain – like Zendaya or Zoe Saldana. I’m talking about the working class actors. The…
For the longest time, I always felt out of place. Growing up as a Mixed kid in a mostly White neighborhood, there were very few who looked like I did. Even less who had a similar upbringing. Visiting relatives made…
Since the time I graduated film school. I’ve been trying to figure out how to be a successful Mixed filmmaker. On the surface, the answer to this question is simple – just being yourself. But being Mixed is never really…