Sista Brunch Live from Essence Film Festival: Interview with ’My Intelligence’ Writers

Join us on Sista Brunch live from the Essence Film Festival as we interview Aliza Pearl and Samantha Nelson, the creative minds behind the pilot 'My Intelligence.' Discover the inspiration behind the show, which features a Black woman navigating a tech field with an AI twist. Learn about their writing process, challenges, and future aspirations for the series. Don't miss this insightful and inspiring conversation! 00:00 Welcome to Sista Brunch at Essence Film Festival 00:24 Meet the Writers: Aliza Pearl and Samantha Nelson 00:42 Creating the Pilot: Inspiration and Process 01:50 The Importance of Representation in Sci-Fi 03:08 Writing Techniques: Show, Don't Tell 04:36 Pitching and Collaboration 07:20 Future Plans and Aspirations 08:06 Closing Remarks and Best Wishes