Milwaukee native and Academy Award Winner John Ridley has established himself as one of the best writers and thinkers in the entertainment industry. From his Oscar for "12 Years a Slave" to the Emmy-winning series "American Crime" and so many other projects, he’s never shied away from difficult subjects. In this episode of Deff-initely Milwaukee, Carl sits down with Ridley to discuss a wide range in topics from how the entertainment industry has changed in the streaming age, to Ridley's thoughts on Milwaukee's future as a hub for TV and movie-making.

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