Carson and Preston are joined by Sharareh Drury, Associate Features Editor for Variety, to talk about marginalized groups in the film industry: from the biggest stars to the unsung heroes who make diverse films happen. They talk about Drury's background covering the entertainment industry as an Iranian-American and what work needs to be done to make the industry an inclusive space for all.
0:00-11:51: How Diversity Affects the Budget and the Box Office
11:51-40:05: Interview with Sharareh Drury
40:05-42:50: Outro
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