Ep 198: Crafting Narratives with Emily Hardy: A Glimpse into Life, Art, and Growth
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Join us as we continue our riveting conversation with Emily, a powerhouse executive who has entrenched herself in the landscape of storytelling. Today, she shares a wealth of insights gleaned from an illustrious career behind the scenes and in front of the camera. We're peeling back the curtain to reveal the confluence of skill, craft, and the vibrant spontaneity that marks both her life and her work.
Don't miss this intimate and enthralling journey through the heartbeats of creativity with the gifted Emily. Tune in, and let's dance to the rhythm of stories untold, right here on our show.
W: https://emilyhardy.com
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- In This Episode:
- Emily opens up about how her executive tenure has sharpened her narrative instincts and the ways it's sculpted her own creative pursuits.
- Delve into the balance of business and artistry as Emily recounts navigating commercial vs. creative expectations on renowned series like "Big Sky" and “Goliath."
- Explore the profound growth and evolution Emily has experienced transitioning through various industry roles, and how these shifts have enriched her current endeavors.
- Hear about the transformative moments at the Juvenile Probation Camp, David Gonzalez, where Emily's guidance has led to breakthroughs with the youth.
- Discover the rhythmic parallels between Flamenco and acting—and how this infuses depth into Emily’s writing and performances.
- Get Emily's take on the dynamic changes exciting her most about the future of television and film storytelling.
- Reflect on sage advice that Emily would give her younger self and its resonance for Hollywood newcomers today.
- An emotional journey through narrative—Emily provides an example of a recent project and her approach to fostering deep audience connections.
- Learn how Emily's personal relationships and emotions intertwine with her projects, shaping them in profound ways.
- Resilience in the face of adversity: Emily visits a past professional setback and the life lessons carried forward from that experience.
- Striking harmony between a demanding career and personal life—Emily offers her strategies for keeping cherished relationships n full bloom.
- Navigating genuine friendships in an industry often characterized by its fleeting interactions—tap into Emily’s wisdom on forming lasting bonds.
- Emotional alchemy: channeling personal experiences of love, passion, and heartbreak into the arts of acting and writing.
- A look into Emily's history—identifying a transformative life event that stands as a cornerstone for her artistic identity.
- Confronting the urge to quit, Emily reveals the pivotal moment that instead catapulted her to a new level of professional and personal realization.
- Emily shares her guiding ethos, her 'north star,' which has illuminated her path across the complex entertainment landscape.
Don't miss this intimate and enthralling journey through the heartbeats of creativity with the gifted Emily. Tune in, and let's dance to the rhythm of stories untold, right here on our show.
W: https://emilyhardy.com
Also, you can check out my documentary The People of Brixton, on Kwelitv here: The People of Brixton
Damien Swaby Social Media Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker_damien_swaby/
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Website: https://www.swabyfilms.co.uk
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