Luann Algoso

This week’s revolutionary is Luann Algoso, a cultural worker, digital strategist for the #MeToo movement, and creator of the web series Gabby Antonio Smashes the Imperialist, White Supremacist, Capitalist Patriarchy! (or Gabby Smashes, for short).As we chat we cover topics from how #MeToo grew from a hashtag to a genuine movement, the struggles of finding a sense of identity, and channeling professional frustrations into art.Some Questions I Ask:What kind of work are you doing with #MeToo? (1:04)How do you develop an online presence around something that is so sensitive? (5:22)What is Gabby Smashes? (7:34)Where did you grow up? (11:58)How do the performing arts factor into your work? (19:38)What is the process of bringing a passion project to life? (23:51)Where does Gabby Smashes currently stand? (29:51)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the new programs being launched within #MeToo (3:28)How Luann’s experiences as a cultural worker led to the creation of Gabby Smashes (8:18)Luann’s struggle with questions of identity as a Filipino woman (13:23)How an experience in conflict mediation helped Luann find her place in Asian-American communities (15:49)The challenges of creating a web series on a small budget, and the lessons learned (22:28)Resources:Brown Girl Decolonized (Luann’s Official Website)Follow Luann on Instagram and TwitterGabby Antonio Smashes the Imperialist, White Supremacist, Capitalist Patriarchy!Follow Gabby Smashes on Instagram and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.