SEASON 03, EPISODE 08: Becoming Your True Self with Sierra Imari
In this episode, Anuli talks with tech-focused Creative Advisor and Strategist, Sierra Imari, about her current chrysalis era, her love of The Sims, and how it feels to bet on yourself.
Featured speaker: Sierra Imari
Sierra Imari is an embodiment of the crossroads where entertainment and technology meet, paving the way for a new era known as Entertech. With a passion that stems from the intricacies of music, storytelling, and the magic of creative expression, Sierra has been making waves in the industry as a tech-focused Creative Advisor and Strategist. Her experience is as diverse as it is impressive, with a track record that includes leading brand partnerships with Microsoft, liaising with the Trademark Office, and advising creative professionals at renowned record labels such as LVRN, Interscope, and educational entities like the Los Angeles Film School. Sierra's work is more than a career; it's a testament to her belief that the fusion of creativity and technology can redefine the boundaries of artistic expression and pave the way for the future of entertainment.
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Cole, Sean. “The Oral History of ‘The Sims’, the World’s Most Enduring Game.” VICE. https://www.vice.com/en/article/wxn44z/sims-game-an-oral-history
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Rossen, Jake. “A Brief History of The Sims.” Mental Floss. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/644263/brief-history-sims-video-game.
Russell, Legacy. 2020. “Glitch Feminism.” London: Verso. https://bookshop.org/p/books/glitch-feminism-a-manifesto-legacy-russell/14358138?aid=87607&ean=9781786632661&listref=season-3-reading-list