DAHÉLI HALL is an LA-based screenwriter, director, and comedian. A true hybrid comic talent, she is perhaps most well-known as a writer and recurring guest star, on Netflix's acclaimed comedy series, DEAR WHITE PEOPLE, and as a cast member on the Emmy-winning sketch show, MADtv on Fox.

Mentioned in the episode:

Buddha in Your Mirror: Practical Buddhism and the Search for Self 

Spadura Show, May 8th at Lyric Hyperion in Los Angeles

Takeaways

• The entertainment industry often puts artists in boxes and expects them to conform to certain roles or genres.
• Booking a network television show can be a thrilling experience, but it can also lead to a loss of creative freedom and a focus on validation from the industry.
• It's important for artists to be honest with themselves about what they truly enjoy and want to pursue, rather than letting industry expectations dictate their path.
• Writing can be a powerful tool for self-expression and healing, especially during challenging times.
• Dahéli Hall's one-woman show, Spadora, became a way for her to explore her own experiences and cope with her depression. Turning personal experiences into art can create empathy and understanding
• Trusting in the universe and letting go of expectations can lead to unexpected opportunities
• Being vulnerable and kind are important qualities in the artist community
• Perseverance is key in pursuing a career in the arts

Episode Credits:

Produced and hosted by Charla Lauriston

Theme song and Segment Jingles composed and produced by Brendan Byrnes

Canva Artwork by Daiana Cordo

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