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In this episode of Entertainment & Sports Spotlight, Ashley is joined by "Hali" Michal Zebede, an award-winning writer and producer whose career spans feature films, scripted television, and independent filmmaking.

Hali shares how she broke into the entertainment industry through The Humbling with Al Pacino, what she learned working in both film and television, and how the TV writers’ room differs from feature storytelling. She also breaks down the ladder from staff writer to executive producer and showrunner, offering valuable insight for anyone looking to build a career in Hollywood.

The conversation also explores Hali’s latest project, Cuba, Paraíso, a film inspired by her time in Cuba and her mission to challenge the emotional and psychological effects of our screen-driven culture. Through her film and the growing Unplugged Movement, Hali is encouraging people to reclaim attention, creativity, mental wellness, and real-world human connection.

This is a powerful episode for creatives, filmmakers, writers, and anyone curious about the future of storytelling in a hyper-digital world.

Learn more & support MICHAL “HALI” ZEBEDE: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/cubaparaiso

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