Mavens Do It Better

Episode 84: Dave Banks - Photography Maven


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In this episode Heather interviews Dave Banks, award winning documentary film-maker, writer, and photojournalist.

Tune-in to hear their conversation on:

"I knew the struggles." - Growing up with a single working mother inspired Dave to get involved with the Women's Movement and how he uses his connections to amplify the message.

"Life in the City of Angels" - Dave's passion for sharing stories with his work and the books he is working on.

"Nobody really knew what dyslexia was." - How Dave's struggle with dyslexia as a young man and an understanding teacher led him to photography and documentary filmmaking.

"There's this world over here that they're not talking about or discussing." - Dave's observations as a freelance photo journalist at Standing Rock and the Middle East on how the mainstream news media is failing to deliver real news.

"I kinda fell into it." - How Dave's work on the Wide World of Sports at ABC led him to work as a freelancer in the Middle East and his experience with PTSD.

Visit mavensdoitbetter.com for full show notes, transcripts, and more.

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