Dale Samms
actor • voice artist • writer
It’s not shocking. Nor revelatory. In fact, It’s been going on for decades, since the very inception of the medium. Colorism –one of the many new ‘isms’ in our world, but that’s different topic –in all it’s variations has morphed throughout the years, so it stands to reason it will […]
It’s all art. Movies, plays, video games, dance, paintings, poetry, etc. It’s purpose is to express with intent. To move. Affect. To create change. Usually, the desired reflection is sought for each observer. But sometimes, art can change whole cultures. Art without intent can entertain. It can also reinforce stereotypes […]
Anyone can tell jokes & share amusing anecdotes. At it’s highest level, comedy isn’t about trying to be funny. It’s not done to generate laughs. It’s about delving into real life. Finding lightness & humility in the mundane & status quo. It tackles controversy, pain & hot buttons topics. It’s […]
I admire Seth Godin’s work. His insights shared daily on his blog offer atypical introspection about the world, business & just being better as people. He recently shared a post that spoke about what I believe is one of the greatest paradoxes of our time: disproportionate accessibility. More specifically, with […]
Ever have an argument about something that was an obvious reality to you but completely wrong in the eyes of the other party? Your opposing debater refuses to recognize your perspective for no valid reason at all? Almost as if they chose to be intentionally difficult or perhaps even had […]
“Power dynamics, patterns of mutual influence, define the ongoing interactions between fetus & mother, infant & parent, between romantic partners, childhood friends, teens, people at work, & groups in conflict. Power is the medium through which we relate to one another. Power is about making a difference in the world […]
Give up your anger. Give up your sadness. Give up your pain. Toward what you think the world should be. Accept it as-is. From there you can find purpose. From there you may explore the limits. From there you will find your peace. Work with that.
So where do we go now? An industry with a history of complacent, outdated and socially non-compliant behavior is the same industry that’s evolved in how it does business more aggressively than any other. Hollywood’s survived and thrived through technological leaps, shifting public opinions, economic downturns, revised distribution models and […]