The Inclusive Voice Show with Host Pam McElvane 03.21.26

·56 min·5 clips

Autumn Durald-Ockapaw just became the first woman to win Best Cinematography at the Oscars.

The episode begins with host Pam McElvane highlighting a news segment about Autumn Durald-Ockapaw becoming the first woman to win the Oscar for Best Cinematography, framing it as a milestone for inclusion in film. She then introduces two key team members from Promenade Media: DeErica Stevenson, the executive editor and theater writer, and Sasha Parrish, the associate managing editor and digital lead. The format is an unscripted 'table talk' aimed at revealing the inner workings of their media platform. Early in the conversation, the guests share personal wellness practices; DeErica emphasizes morning devotion and journaling, while Sasha prioritizes dog walks and gym time. They discuss the inception of Wellness Wednesdays post-pandemic as a tool for midweek recalibration. Sasha details her career path, starting as an intern writing profiles and rising through mentorship to manage global teams and editorial strategy. DeErica recounts her background in theatrical writing, influenced by her mother's play being featured in Sister Sister, and how being featured in Carolina Bride magazine shaped her editorial perspective. The host reflects on her own 30-year publishing journey, transitioning from trade publications to being recognized as a global content curator. The trio discusses the company's rebranding to 'Promenade Set the Standard' and the multifaceted ecosystem encompassing radio, publications, digital editions, research, and learning divisions. They explain the purpose of their 'On the Post' news segment, which focuses on overlooked accomplishments and changemakers rather than major headlines. DeErica describes the process of creating signature publications and annual reports, emphasizing theme development and data integration. Sasha talks about her role in ideation and the prominent business review, highlighting how organization skills built her confidence. The episode concludes with insights on using awareness and storytelling as tools for influence, with Sasha stressing the need to provide actionable tools alongside information and DeErica emphasizing conscientiousness in diverse audiences.

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A warm media-team conversation about visibility, representation, and why being featured can leave a lasting mark.

This edition of The Inclusive Voice Show centers on the quieter work of making creative labor visible. It opens with Autumn Durald-Ockapaw's Best Cinematography win, using lighting, camera movement, framing, and color to underline how much visual storytelling can shape what an…

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You get a backstage look at Promenade Media, with a sharp opening detour into a historic cinematography win.

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