🎉✨ Bonus Episode Alert! ✨🎉 We’re thrilled to bring you a special bonus episode of the Sista Brunch podcast recorded live at the Essence Film Festival in New Orleans! 🎬🌟 Fanshen Cox sits down with the talented Okema T. Moore to discuss her incredible year, including her work on 'Chocolate with Sprinkles,' Sesame Street memories, producing and directing experiences, and much more! 🎥 

'We are now Oscar qualified!' - Okema T. Moore. 

Sista Brunch dives into the inspiring stories of Black women and gender-expansive people thriving in entertainment and media. Trust us, you don't want to miss this one! 👉🏾 Listen to the full episode on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 📺 Or watch the video here: YouTube.com/trujulomedia.

00:00 Welcome to the Essence Film Festival

00:44 Manifesting Dreams: Okema T. Moore's Journey

01:10 From Sesame Street to Big Screen

02:33 Chocolate with Sprinkles: A Year of Success

04:44 Down in the Valley: TV Show Premiere

08:48 Navigating the Film Industry: Financials and Fundraising

14:49 The Importance of Soft Skills in Filmmaking

15:39 Wrapping Up: Celebrating Okema T. Moore