Proud to BU - S2 E5: Using Film to Spark Systemic Change

S2 E5: Using Film to Spark Systemic Change

11/20/19 • 28 min

During his time at BU, Rel Dowdell (COM’96) made a name for himself with a groundbreaking thesis project that went on to become the critically acclaimed and award-winning film, Train Ride. His most recent work is a feature-length documentary examining the impact of the child support system on African American families titled Where’s Daddy? Stay tuned for an exclusive clip from the documentary at the end of the credits courtesy of Breaking Glass Pictures.

Rel is one of over 4,000 Terriers in Philadelphia and he shares the challenges and opportunities that go along with building a career in film in the city of brotherly love.

You can see Where’s Daddy? on Amazon, Google Play or Vudu. For more on the Proud to BU podcast, visit bu.edu/alumni/podcast.

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Rel is one of over 4,000 Terriers in Philadelphia and he shares the challenges and opportunities that go along with building a career in film in the city of brotherly love.

You can see Where’s Daddy? on Amazon, Google Play or Vudu. For more on the Proud to BU podcast, visit bu.edu/alumni/podcast.

Support the show (http://www.bu.edu/give)

Previous Episode

S2 E4: Advice from a Physician turned Chocolatier

After graduating from BU’s six-year medical program, Elaine Hsieh (CAS’90, MED’90) established a women’s health practice in Arlington, MA but over the next twenty years, she slowly came to the realization that that healthcare was not her true career calling. In 2010, she co-founded a local chocolate shop, EHChocolatier, and since then, her business has been celebrated as ‘Best in Boston’ among a long list of other accolades.

Elaine’s unique entrepreneurial story takes place right here in Boston where she is one of more than 86,000 alumni. You’ll hear Elaine’s reflections on why she believes The Hub was the right place to launch her business.

If you would like to learn more about Elaine, we encourage you to drop by her Cambridge shop or visit her website, ehchocolatier.com. For more on the Proud to BU podcast, visit bu.edu/alumni/podcast.

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Next Episode

S2 E6: How to Find Your Place in Big Organizations

When Emily Theurer (CAS’14) graduated from BU with a degree in economics, she found herself well equipped to navigate the complex world of finance at one of the largest firms in Boston. Today, she’s a Research Analyst at State Street Global Advisors and she’s passionate about promoting financial literacy, especially among women and girls.

This episode is hosted by Gabe Bolio (MET’16), Associate Director of Alumni Networks at BU. As you’ll hear, Gabe and Emily are working to build a powerful alumni network within State Street. If you are a State Street employee interested in being part of this community, reach out to Gabe at [email protected].

Emily also serves as a career advisor so if you’d like to connect with her directly, you can find her profile in the Career Advisory Network: bu.edu/alumni/can. For more on the Proud to BU podcast, visit bu.edu/alumni/podcast.

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