SXSW 2025 - The Singers and I'm the Most Racist Person I Know

Send us Fan MailWe’re bringing you two SXSW 2025 short films that we absolutely loved!The Singers takes place in a lonely dive bar where an impromptu sing-off will determine the best singer in town. Director Sam A. Davis shares what inspired him to adapt this short story into film, casting first time actors via viral videos on social media, and our shared connection through art and vulnerability.I’m the Most Racist Person I Know tells the story of Lali who ends up on a date with another woman of color for the first time, and it forces her to face hidden prejudices. We were joined by director/writer Leela Varghese, producer Suriyna Sivashanker, and actors Shabana Azeez (return guest from the film Birdeater) and Kavitha Anandasivam to talk representation, internalized racism, and why they fought to keep the title. It sounds like we had a serious conversation, but this one truly goes off the rails with laughter and chaos and sister wives. Enjoy! Follow director Sam A. Davis on IGFollow director Leela Varghese on IGFollow producer Suriyna Sivashanker on IGFollow actor Shabana Azeez on IGFollow actor Kavitha Anandasivam on IGThis episode is co-hosted by John Wildman of Films Gone WildAudio produced by Jeff Hunt of Storied: SFSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without you!--Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. Fuck ice.--Support Bitch Talk here!Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage!Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts!Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.comFollow us on Instagram, Threads, and SubstackListen every Monday at 7 am on BFF.FM