"all things media": Recent Episodes

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Welcome to the Visions Blu podcast, "all things media", where we discuss using media as a tool to create your own narrative. Join the conversation as we discuss all things related to digital media, film, television, music, tech amongst other topics. We plan to inform, encourage and engage.

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Our guest Therapist Adrienne Dancy Wilborn joins the conversation about the importance of being healthy mentally.

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During the 2002, the inaugural Visions Blu  Film Symposium, we welcomed welcomed Director and Writer panelists:  George Tillman Jr. (Barbershop, Men of Honor, The Hate You Give), Carl  Seaton (One Week,  Snowfall, Chicago Fire), Al Hawkins (WalMart,  McDonalds, Tyson commercials) and Sergio Mimms (Screenwriter / Film  Critic). Click below to hear their advice and experiences. Enjoy!

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Chicago native Chris Adams  shares how he taught himself various aspects of animation and  film-making. His love of science fiction and collaboration helped to  create Paradigm Grey. Check out out our encouraging conversation with  Chris. Click now.

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We talk with Actor James T. Alfred about the his becoming an actor journey. James has appeared on a list of shows including: Boss, Blindspot, Empire, Chicago P.D. and The Blacklist. Join the conversation.

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Margaret Thomas has made a career as a Production Coordinator in Chicago. During our conversation, she tells us about how she got started as well as how she has maintained her professional career behind the scenes. Margaret has worked on projects such as; Sense 8, Shameless, Chicago Fire, Barbershop and Soul Food. Learn more. Join the Conversation.

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Join the conversation about women in media, the triumphs, the challenges and the encouragement. 

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During this episode we discuss the importance of creating your own narrative and how Visions Blu wants to help toward that goal.

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Check out the Visions Blu "all things media" Episode 1 with Native born Chicagoan, Director Carl Seaton. We discuss is start in film and now episodic television.