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SXSWi 2010

Say My Name - SXSW Documentary Premiere

I was blown away at the premiere of Say My Name, an incredible documentary created by Mamamess (The always kickass Nirit Peled and Dave Hemmingway.) This documentary celebrates the diversity and strength of women who have defied the odds, found their voice and fought hard to fulfill their dreams. 

"Sisters, mothers, businesswomen, role models, music artists—in an industry dominated by men and noted for misogyny, the unstoppable female lyricists of Say My Name speak candidly about class, race, and gender in pursuing their passions as female MCs. From hip hop’s birthplace in the Bronx to the ladies of grime on London’s eastside, emerging artists to world renowned stars like MC Lyte and Monie Love, these are women turning adversity into art."

The film is screening all over the globe these days, so check out their blog and see if you can catch it. Beautiful and inspiring. Clink.

SXSW Interactive

  

WNTD thought it would be a good idea to check out SXSW Interactive this year, and I'm blown away we haven't gone before. Stupid, stupid, stupid! Austin is a great town, pretty much the coolest town in Texas. (Hard for me to admit, being an Aggie.) Being from Texas, I miss me some good BBQ and Tex-Mex, so one of the first places I hit was the infamous Ironworks Barbecue, where I was pleasantly surprised to find signed photographs of both Bush and Obama! After drowning myself in chopped beef and ribs, I was inspired by the amazing line-up of speakers at the festival, and only wish I could have crammed more into my schedule. I met some incredible new people, caught up with some favorites from the past, learned more than I thought I could and even got to catch a few new bands. (Highly recommend Electric Touch.) We also suggest ya'll go next year, if you're at all interested in staying on top of who's who and what's what in the world of emerging technology, business and creativity.

- Melanie