Episode 106: Award Shows

Featuring award-winning editor and Emmy judge whose credits include Tom Petty: Somewhere You Feel Free, the centerpiece for the 2021 SXSW Film Festival, and Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President, previously featured in the 2020 Tribeca Film Festival. Her credits include Nina Simone, Tupac Shakur, Chicago, N.W.A., Janet Jackson and The Cure's induction films for HBO's: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame; Mari Keiko Gonzalez

 

(2:15) We have a conversation about award shows. Mari gives us insight into the nomination process and the politics around major entertainment award shows. (11:20) We also have a conversation about being present. We discuss the importance of living in the moment, no only when working, but outside of work too.

 

(20:10) During the interview, Mari shares why she believes it's important to listen to the younger generation. We learn how Mari balances her work and downtime. Mari details the challenges of capturing someone's career in a few minutes when creating reels for their Hall of Fame induction. Lastly, Mari shares what makes editing certain projects more difficult than others.