What happens when creativity meets community? In this episode, we speak with filmmaker and producer Ife Alaba, co-founder of Occupy All Spaces—a nonprofit supporting Black creatives in the film and media industries.
Ife shares her journey into the world of film, how community has been at the heart of her creative work, and what it means to build spaces where people feel seen and supported. From navigating self-doubt to rethinking what ambition can look like, this is a grounded and inspiring conversation for immigrants trying to create meaningful work while building something bigger than themselves.
We talk about:

1️⃣ Ife’s unique path into film and media
2️⃣ Starting before you feel “ready”
3️⃣ Community as a creative catalyst
4️⃣ Grant writing
5️⃣ Defining creative ambition on your own terms
6️⃣ Occupy all Spaces and platforms that center Black creators

Guest Bio:
Ife Alaba is a producer and Editor at CBC Radio and TV and the founder of Occupy All Spaces, a nonprofit that supports emerging Black creatives in the screen industries. She is passionate about community-centered storytelling, representation, and building access for underrepresented voices in film and media.

Resources & Links:
🔗 Learn more about Occupied Spaces:  https://www.instagram.com/occupy_all_spaces/?hl=en
🎥 Follow Ife on Instagram: @ife_alaba

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