Resilience and Representation: A Conversation with Black Hollywood Producer Quand Robinson Thomas

Wonder what it's like to walk in the shoes of a Black Hollywood producer? Imagine being at the heart of the film and media industry, facing challenges head-on but persisting in your mission to create a space for marginalized creatives. Enter Quand Robinson Thomas of 242 AM Productions, our guest today. With her incredible journey from CNN and Tyler Perry Studios to becoming an award-winning producer and author, Quand embodies the spirit of resilience and determination. In a time marked by industry strikes and layoffs, Quand's steadfast commitment to underrepresented creatives is truly inspiring. She tells us about how 242 AM Productions offers private screenings, allowing audiences to appreciate the immense work that goes into content creation. Quand also advocates for self-distribution of projects, asserting that filmmakers can find their audience even without a major studio's support. Then, we transition into a discussion on the heartwarming book by Elder Denise Grant that celebrates African-American fatherhood, a project that Quand spent two transformative years bringing to life. Keeping the conversation candid and intimate, we delve into the profound impact of Quand's podcast, "Daddy's Girl Talk". This support platform for those grappling with the loss of their parents has touched many hearts, including ours. Wrapping up, Quand hints about her upcoming projects, including a podcast about black fathers and intentional dating, and some intriguing short films she's penning. Get ready to be inspired and uplifted as Quand shares her passion and vision for diverse storytelling in the film and media industry.#producers #hollywood #mrspie #paradedeck Support the showLearn more about our events, prayer groups and watch video replays on our Grace and Grit Media website.