EPISODE 134: Dave Rosenberg began his career as an actor in New York, performing on stage and screen alongside renowned talents such as Ron Howard (A Beautiful Mind), Olympia Dukakis (The Chekhov Cycle), and Austin Pendleton (The American Clock).Over the years, Dave has expanded his creative pursuits to include writing, directing, producing, stand-up comedy, teaching, and anti-bullying public speaking through his organization, HPHP.PRO. He wrote, produced, and starred in the award-winning feature film The Reunion (thereunionfilm.com) and the acclaimed web series isms (youtube.com/@isms81). Bridging the Gap marks Dave’s directorial debut in film. A passionate democrat and lifelong advocate for the underdog, Dave is driven by a desire to counteract the growing anger, fear, and division in the country. His mission is to foster unity and inspire collaborative solutions through storytelling and civic engagement. Susan Gorrell is the Executive Director of the Julien Dubuque International Film Festival (JDIFF), a role she has held since 2015. Under her leadership, the festival has grown into a globally recognized event, drawing over 7,500 attendees in 2024. A producer of multiple feature films—including Supercon (Sony Pictures)—Susan first joined JDIFF as a filmmaker in 2012 and will celebrate her 11th year as Executive Director in 2025.She is also President of Oakmill Entertainment and has over 20 years of experience in film, music, and live event production, including work with Heartbeat Distribution and the Unity Awards. bridgingthegapmovie.com

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