Do it Afraid

This podcast episode features a conversation between our host, Abba Diallo, and her guest, Mar, a creative media production student from Costa Rica. Mar reflects on her personal background, detailing how her parents’ rejection of traditional gender roles inspired her to pursue higher education and the arts. The discussion explores Mar’s academic journey, including her transition from a technical high school to a international boarding school and eventually to the University of Oklahoma. She shares the challenges of maintaining her creative identity amidst social pressure to pursue STEM fields and her eventual success as a sound mixer. Mar also describes a transformative experience attending a major film festival in Los Angeles, which reaffirmed her professional aspirations. Ultimately, she encourages younger students to advocate for themselves, embrace their unique perspectives, and utilize the diverse resources available in a university setting. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit officehourswithabbadiallo.substack.com