# Award-Winning Filmmaker Ky Dickens on Documentary Storytelling & Social Change
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Ky Dickens, the acclaimed filmmaker whose groundbreaking documentaries have transformed public policy and cultural conversations. From her early days experimenting with VCRs in Hinsdale, Illinois, to creating "The Telepathy Tapes" podcast that surpassed Joe Rogan in popularity, Dickens shares her remarkable journey as a storyteller with purpose.
Discover how personal tragedy shaped her documentary vision, why she chose an interdisciplinary education over film school, and the behind-the-scenes stories of her award-winning works including "Fish Out of Water," "Zero Weeks," and "Show Her the Money." Dickens reveals how her films have influenced national discussions on LGBTQ rights, paid family leave, and gender equity in venture capital.
This episode offers valuable insights into authentic storytelling, advocacy through art, and balancing commercial success with social impact. Don't miss this conversation with a filmmaker whose work has been recognized by the Library of Congress and who continues to push boundaries while raising two children with her wife in Los Angeles.
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