Episode 102: Lily Cook—How Empathy Drives Better Journalism and Storytelling

On Episode 102, I'm joined by Journalist: Lily Cook! We discuss how building genuine connections leads to stronger journalism, Lily’s time doing press work at the Sundance Film Festival, her experience growing up in California while attending college in Utah, and more!Hope you enjoy! Hosted by: Ryan ZiaksAudio Technician: Sean Valutkevich The Zicast Logo Designed by: Joe FlynnThe Zicast Intro Designed by: Jose Sarango Thumbnail Designed by: Patrick Sorbero Add The Zicast on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thezicast/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQj8MsxHQlcwjno1SEDRZ?si=c5f525d4c4324a9fTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thezicast?_t=8oqlOi6Xi0Y&_r=1#podcast #journalist #journalism #sundancefilmfestival #sundance #sundance2025 #empathy #compassion #storytelling #stories #fyp #viral #shorts #trending #trendingshorts 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 10200:28 – About Lily01:22 – From a Bus in Park City to The Zicast02:12 – Her Fashion Magazine Journalism Capstone04:49 – What Draws Lily to Journalism06:04 – Choosing BYU08:16 – Growing Up in California vs. Going to School in Utah09:54 – Where Lily’s Passion for Journalism Began11:56 – Why Journalism Needs to Keep Up With the Times14:49 – Press Work at the Sundance Film Festival17:17 – What a Sundance Press Line Really Looks Like21:06 – Experiencing Life in Park City23:06 – Thoughts on Sundance Leaving Utah24:13 – A Wholesome, Memorable Moment in Park City27:22 – Telling Stories Through Jewelry Design29:04 – One Piece of Advice for Aspiring Journalists31:02 – Growing Up With Foster Siblings34:38 – One Thing Lily Loves & One Thing She Strongly Dislikes38:17 – How Sabrina Carpenter & Sydney Sweeney Are Perceived Differently40:20 – Lily’s Hopes and Dreams41:33 – Favorite Movies & Why They Resonate43:33 – Outro & Closing Thoughts