If you’re talented, disciplined, and connected, shouldn’t the system reward that?

In this episode of It Doesn't Work That Way, hosts Kalisha Zachery and Kachelle Zachery examine one of the most debated forces in the creative industries: gatekeeping. Gatekeeping is often presented as a way to protect standards, preserve quality, and safeguard culture. But what happens when protection becomes restriction? Where is the line between thoughtful curation and limiting access to opportunity? Drawing from their experiences as independent filmmakers, producers, and entrepreneurs, Kalisha and Kachelle explore the motivations that often drive gatekeeping—from maintaining control over information and access to preserving exclusivity, and, at times, protecting status in an evolving industry. It Doesn’t Work That Way – This podcast is sponsored by the hit show “Frame of Reference.”⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ The series explores the vulnerable and often hectic lives of a close knit-group of friends and provides a truthful evaluation of how fear and past misfortunes can define our present point of view. Season one is currently on Prime Video! ⁠⁠WATCH NOW HERE!⁠⁠ Join us on Patreon! A unique creative hub curated by tastemakers in culture, entertainment, literature, art, conversations and beyond. Join the WATZS Dome for exclusive behind the scenes content. ⁠SUBSCRIBE HERE⁠ Check out the WATZS Podcast Network ⁠HERE ⁠and drop us a line. Follow us on socials:  ⁠@thewatzspod⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices