In this week’s episode, Leila and Rob Gorrie discuss the possibilities of allyship in the entertainment industry, among the rather unique variables and dynamics of this complex ecosystem. We discuss what allyship could and should look like for actors and artists, both with each other and with the rest of their team. And Rob explains what has changed with the “Me Too” movement, from his perspective as both a working actor and an educator in a drama school.

Takeaways from Rob:

• An Allyship Action: Share salary and other compensation information. 
  Very important to actors especially because this is an industry with varied compensation structure and history of marginalizing women and people of color. Women often have informal whisper networks to share salary, as I know from my own experience, which are helpful. And men can create great impact by normalizing this single action.
• An Allyship Action: Recognize that addressing historical inequity may mean that you have fewer opportunities. This is not “reverse discrimination”; it is abour fairer distribution of opportunities.
• An Allyship Action: Leverage the power of being a consumer to advocate for inclusivity and diversity. Seek out media that centers the voice and perspectives of people who don’t necessarily share facets of your identity. Outsmart the industry algorithms that show you more of what you already see; seeking out diversity requires intentionality.