In this episode, Anthony Smith of SMAC Entertainment joins us to go behind the scenes of the new documentary, 9/11: United We Stand 25 Years Later (now streaming on ABC, Disney+, and Hulu).

Discover how sports, Broadway, and comedy became unexpected catalysts for national healing, resilience, and the "9/12 lesson" of neighborly strength. Anthony also pulls back the curtain on the business of content creation, sharing the "Hustle Like You’re Broke" philosophy that drives SMAC Entertainment—led by Michael Strahan and Constance Schwartz-Morini.

Whether you are navigating the creative industry or looking to sharpen your professional strategy, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on persistence, networking, and breaking into film and television production.

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In This Conversation, We Cover:

• The Power of Levity: How cultural figures helped capture moments of joy in the mourning process.
• The 9/12 Philosophy: Why focusing on the unity seen the day after 9/11 is a crucial lesson for today's world.
• The Reality of the Grind: Honest advice on project timelines, LinkedIn networking, and why persistence beats raw talent.
• The Business of Production: How to navigate competitive co-productions and build a career balancing big-name talent with meaningful storytelling.