Nicola Correia-Damude: From Challenges to Change Maker Part 1
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08/21/23 • 56 min
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Nicola Correia-Damude is an amazing Guyanese Canadian Actress who you know from hits like Shadowhunters, The Boys, Burden of Truth, Republic of Sara to My Spy. And about 3 years ago, she guested on Reppin where I found her to be a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion and equity of all kinds. And I’m thrilled to welcome her back back on the show for a very special two part conversation!
Our discussion delves deep into the dynamic world of authentic representation in the entertainment industry, tapping into Nicola's experiences and wisdom.
She shares personal insights on her remarkable journey, from early career challenges to the transformative moments that shaped her stance on representation. She eloquently emphasizes the nuanced progress within diverse communities, shedding light on the disparities and the ongoing need for inclusion. Nicola's empowering journey highlights her commitment to leveraging her platform responsibly, ensuring that casting choices respect the voices of underrepresented groups.
As Nicola beautifully puts it, "We're seeing opportunity for certain groups and not others, and that is the path of progress. But I don't believe that we should settle for those small steps. We need to keep expanding and keep working on this." Her candid sharing not only echoes the struggles of past generations but also underlines the collective responsibility to create a more inclusive industry.
She’s reminds us of the power of empathy and collective action and she more passionate than ever. And she inspires me to put actions behind my values. Nicola is a force that is doing all she can to leverage positive change. Think you can handle it? Get ready and hold on tight—here’s part one of our conversation.
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Nicola Correia-Damude is an amazing Guyanese Canadian Actress who you know from hits like Shadowhunters, The Boys, Burden of Truth, Republic of Sara to My Spy. And about 3 years ago, she guested on Reppin where I found her to be a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion and equity of all kinds. And I’m thrilled to welcome her back back on the show for a very special two part conversation!
Our discussion delves deep into the dynamic world of authentic representation in the entertainment industry, tapping into Nicola's experiences and wisdom.
She shares personal insights on her remarkable journey, from early career challenges to the transformative moments that shaped her stance on representation. She eloquently emphasizes the nuanced progress within diverse communities, shedding light on the disparities and the ongoing need for inclusion. Nicola's empowering journey highlights her commitment to leveraging her platform responsibly, ensuring that casting choices respect the voices of underrepresented groups.
As Nicola beautifully puts it, "We're seeing opportunity for certain groups and not others, and that is the path of progress. But I don't believe that we should settle for those small steps. We need to keep expanding and keep working on this." Her candid sharing not only echoes the struggles of past generations but also underlines the collective responsibility to create a more inclusive industry.
She’s reminds us of the power of empathy and collective action and she more passionate than ever. And she inspires me to put actions behind my values. Nicola is a force that is doing all she can to leverage positive change. Think you can handle it? Get ready and hold on tight—here’s part one of our conversation.
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Nicola Correia-Damude: From Challenges to Change Maker Part 2
1 RecommendationsAre you ready to continue Part 2 of our special two-part series with the amazingly talented Nicola Correia Damude? Here, Nicola dives deep into the world of external validation, exploring its personal and professional impacts, along with the generational patterns it reveals.
But this episode is more than just validation. Nicola unveils the harsh realities of the entertainment industry, advocating passionately for equitable compensation. She shares a recent experience that showcases her unwavering commitment to fair pay standards, inspiring change along the way.
The climax? Nicola challenges the notion of race and ethnicity as political issues, emphasizing their core importance as matters of human rights, not politics. It's a powerful call to action that will leave you inspired to challenge norms and make a difference.
While history may have often failed the majority, voices like Nicola Correia-Damude's are the ones challenging the tides. Join us in this enlightening episode of REPPIN as we delve into matters of representation, external validation, fair compensation, and respectful conversation.
Get ready to discover the remarkable actress behind the roles, explore the pivotal moments that have shaped her, and witness how she's turning challenges into a brighter path for those who follow. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insight into the inspiring journey of Nicola Correia-Damude. #RepresentationMatters #Inspiration #Trailblazer #REPPINPodcast #reppin #poc #bipoc #equity #personaljournal #personalprofile
Part 1 of this special two part episode:
Nicola's first appearance on Reppin:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reppin/id1480913421?i=1000490354995
Nicola’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/NicolaNCD
Nicola’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolasummer/?hl=en
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