Have you ever felt helpless watching tragedies unfold on the news? Discussing the LA fires on today's episode of Imperfectly Honest, Elizabeth and Sheila express the candid thoughts that have swirled in their heads and explore the question: Can we actually make a difference, or should we just focus on less hopeless efforts?
This episode will help inspire action and hope amidst the devastation. Elizabeth and Sheila share their personal thoughts on how donations and local efforts can make a difference, the importance of education and federal involvement, and some creative ideas like how the Oscars can play a role in driving change.
Show Notes
In addition to the suggestions for addressing systemic change that Sheila and Elizabeth make in this episode, we hope you’ll consider donations to address the immediate need. The organizations recommended by the article that inspired this conversation are as follows:
José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen
The Global Empowerment Mission
The California Community Foundation
In this episode, we explore:
(00:00) Introduction
(03:19) Supporting natural disaster victims
(08:14) What forest management and funding controlled burns can do
(11:39) Rethinking charity and root solutions
(16:49) Why award shows serve as powerful fundraisers
(18:41) When revamping the Oscar telecast has an impact
(22:46) Why highlighting the helpers is so important
(24:45) Wrap-up and conclusion
Links mentioned:
The Bulwark: ‘Babygirl’ Review by Sonny Bunch
The Hollywood Reporter: ‘Film and TV Production In L.A. Was Already Plummeting. Wildfires May Hasten the Exodus’
Colin Farrell’s Golden Globes acceptance speech
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