Onward with Rosie O'Donnell
Lena Waithe
Sep 5, 2023
Writer, Actor, Producer, and Creator Lena Waithe joins Rosie O'Donnell for a heart-to-heart about manifesting their careers and their love for Mary Tyler Moore. They discuss using their voice to support others, the challenges of being all things to all people, and the experience of feeling 'other' in society. They also reflect on the movie Queen and Slim, discuss empathy and recognizing each individual's unique story, and answer a listener's question about 'A League of Their Own'.
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- Representation was a key factor in Lena Waithe's career and seeing a public figure like Rosie O'Donnell made her feel included.
- Lena Waithe emphasizes the importance of using her platform to share different perspectives and promote understanding through storytelling.
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