Welcome to the Culture FYI’RS Podcast. Culture FYI’RS is a creative collaboration meetup held weekly at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles. Each week, we feature a fireside chat with a guest, showcase projects being worked on by members of the FYI community, and share product updates for FYI.AI, the creative collaboration app co-founded by will.i.am.
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This week, we dive into the fascinating world of media evolution with television producer and writer Peter Murrieta, recipient of the Norman Lear Writer’s Award, known for award-winning series like Netflix’s "Mr. Iglesias" and Disney’s "Wizards of Waverly Place," which notably launched the career of global superstar Selena Gomez. Peter shares his incredible journey from a childhood shaped by his Mexican heritage to becoming a prominent figure in Hollywood. He reflects on the pivotal moments that influenced his career and his experiences navigating the complexities of representation in media.
In this revealing conversation with FYI Chief Growth Officer Julie Pilat, Peter discusses the importance of curiosity and adaptability in an ever-changing industry, emphasizing how artists can thrive by embracing new technologies. The conversation also touches on the significance of mentorship and how his own journey has inspired him to guide the next generation of creators. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion filled with insights on creativity, resilience, and the power of storytelling to connect communities.
Check out the project link to this Culture FYI’RS event with Peter:
https://fyi.me/p/culturefyirs90
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This episode’s Culture FYI’RS event was produced by FYI co-founder will.i.am, Aminah Muhammad, Emily Choi, Frankie Sandoval, Jafet Chavez, Julie Pilat, Markus Nielsen-Kolding, Roneal Madlani, Sean Kantrowitz, Shania Jafari, the FYI Product Team, and of course, the FYI Community. The podcast is edited by Rob Van Vranken.
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