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Neeki Bey – Show Producer at Lincoln Center

On this episode we interview Neeki Bey (‘07)musician and show producer working in New York City. We discuss his time studying music education at SMU Meadows, the importance of building a community of artists while still in school, the many roles of a producer, plus upcoming shows at Lincoln Center and in Frisco, TX. To learn more about the music program at SMU Meadows smu.edu/meadows/areasofstudy/music. 

 

 

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Jen Benoit-Bryan – SMU DataArts

On this episode we interview SMU DataArts Executive Director Jen Benoit-Bryan. We discuss what SMU DataArts does, the kind of research they collect, how that research is applied to arts communities, and several mentions in the New York Times. To learn more about SMU DataArts visit culturaldata.org

 

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Mari Sato – Fashion Media, SMU-LOOK and Forbes

On this episode we interview senior Fashion Media major Mari Sato. We discuss how she first became interested in studying Fashion Media, her positions with SMU-LOOK and Sustainable Style, her internships with Forbes and the Dallas Morning News, plus post-graduation plans. To learn more about studying Fashion Media at SMU Meadows follow this link!

 

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Taylor Good – SMU-TV and The New York Times

On this episode we interview junior Journalism major Taylor Good. Good discusses her experience as an anchor and reporter for SMUTV, her internship with The New York Times and her role as President of the SMU chapter of the Association of Black Journalists. To learn more about the Division of Journalism at SMU Meadows visit: smu.edu/meadows/areasofstudy/journalism.

 

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Margaret Winchell – SMU Choirs in China

On this episode we interview returning guest Margaret Winchell, Director of Choral Activities at SMU Meadows. She discusses how her first year at SMU went, the Meadows Choirs’ summer trip to China, and what students can look forward to in the new academic year. To learn more about choral opportunities at SMU be sure to visit the Meadows Choir page.

 

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Yvonne Yang – Film Director, “Egg Drop Soup”

On this episode we interview Yvonne Yang, the director of Egg Drop Soup, a short film selected for production by Meadows’ Division of Film & Media Arts in the summer of 2023. Yang discusses her decision to come to SMU, films and directors that inspire her, what it’s like being in the director’s chair and what she’s pursing now as an SMU graduate student. For more information on the Film & Media Arts program at SMU Meadows visit: smu.edu/meadows/areasofstudy/filmmediaarts.

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Brent Turman – From Communications to Financial Consulting

On this episode CCPA student Patrick Mason interviews film alum and entertainment lawyer Brent Turman (B.A. ’07). Turman has had varied career in the entertainment industry that started with ESPN and college football and eventually lead to his training as an entertainment lawyer. He has worked on high-profile cases, included a multi-million dollar dispute involving the 50 Shades of Grey franchise. On the episode they discuss getting into the entertainment business, getting through law school, and the entrepreneurial nature of his law firm, Bell Nunnally.

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Bora Laci – From Communications to Financial Consulting

On this episode CCPA student Gigi Remy invites Bora Laci (B.A.13, MBA19) to discuss how her time at SMU shaped her career and influenced her transition from communications to finance. Now a senior consultant at North Highland, Laci shares valuable insights on navigating career pivots, building meaningful connections and finding purpose both professionally and personally.

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Michelle Hagen – Marketing and the Movies

On this episode CCPA Student Mia Verrochi sat down with Michelle Hagen (B.A. ’90), a marketing executive at Paramount Pictures with over 30 years of experience in the film Industry. Hagen has worked on big franchise films such as The Fast & Furious and Jurassic World. On the show they discuss her journey from SMU to working in the film industry, and how you never know where your career will take you.

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Fernanda Gonzales Palma – Consultant and PR Specialist

On this episode, CCPA student Libby Dorin sits down with Fernanda Gonzales Palma who is a consultant and PR specialist at AT&T and runs the successful digital media brand FernsFabFeed. They discuss Palma’s immigrant journey, making the most at SMU Meadows, and how she balances her corporate responsibilities with her passion for food and creativity.

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