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 Twitter

Gabby Antonio Smashes the Imperialist, White Supremacist, Capitalist Patriarchy!

Follow Gabby Smashes on Instagram and Twitter

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