In this riveting reflecting on the SAG-AFTRA Strike, Paramount Strike Captains Brittney Baxter, Iris Liu, and Brendan A. Bradley share their firsthand experiences from the picket lines. They discuss their motivations for joining the strike, their unique perspectives on union participation, the challenges they faced, and the transformation they underwent through the experience. Iris spills about how the strike was not just a professional task but a personal journey towards gaining control over her career, while Brendan elaborates about the importance of speaking up for change in the union. Brittany stresses how we all need to question and challenge our union while aiming for future contracts. The captains also share their perspective on how pre-union members should see their fight in the strike too. Finally, they each show gratitude to everyone who supported them and ensured they could still pursue their passion - acting. This candid conversation really warmed my heart, and I think it is going to provide a unique insight into the world of actors, strikes, and the power of standing together for change.
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00:00 — Introduction and Guest Introductions
02:31 — Reflections on the Paramount Strike
03:21 — Iris's Journey into the Union and the Strike
06:01 — Brendan's Experience and Involvement in the Strike
09:35 — Brittney's Entry into the Strike
11:10 — Reflections on the Strike, Union Participation, and the Impact on Personal Lives
13:49 — Challenges and Triumphs during the Strike
14:53 — The Aftermath of the Strike
17:20 — Lessons Learned and Future Directions
30:38 — Commitment to the New Technology Committee
31:28 — The Struggles of Volunteering and Balancing Work
33:09 — AD: The Membership’s Headshot Class: https://themembership.co/the-headshot-class
35:34 — Respecting Union Volunteers & Participating in the Union
36:38 — The Challenges of Balancing Union Work and Acting
37:51 — We Are Our Union
39:01 — The Power of Sharing Experiences & Filing Claims
40:42 — Support Systems
44:55 — Advice for Non-Union Members
49:50 — What to Look Forward to from Iris, Brendan, and Brittney
56:00 — Wrapping Up
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Brendan’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1731701/
★ Brendan’s Website: https://www.brendanabradley.com
★ Brendan’s IG @brendanabradley https://www.instagram.com/brendanabradley/
★ Brittney’s IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13093522/
★ Brittney’s Website: https://brittneybaxter.com
★ Brittney’s IG @brittney_baxter https://www.instagram.com/_brittney_baxter_/
★ Iris’ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10962783/
★ Iris’ Website: https://www.irisliu.com
★ Iris’ IG @irisliuofficial https://www.instagram.com/irisliuofficial/
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