Zoe Lister-Jones

In this episode, Zoe Lister-Jones, a talented writer, producer, director, and actor, shares her enriching journey in Hollywood. She explores the powerful themes of love, identity, and self-discovery in her new series, 'Slip,' which navigates alternate realities. Zoe reflects on her artistic upbringing and the challenges of creating authentic narratives in a world of rigid norms. Highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment in the arts, she discusses the intricacies of non-monogamous relationships and the emotional toll of creative release. This conversation is a celebration of resilience and the pursuit of meaningful storytelling.

Growing up, actress, writer, and director Zoe Lister-Jones admires her mother’s confidence and her willingness to stand up for what she believes. But as a shy kid that’s wary of the dangers in the world, Zoe isn’t sure she’ll ever be able to use her voice the same way. It’s not until she’s confronted by a dire situation that Zoe learns her self confidence can come from difficult circumstances, as long as she’s willing to trust her individual voice.Find Zoe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zoelisterjones/If this episode resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to share your reflections by rating and reviewing Meditative Story in your podcast player. It helps other listeners find their way to show, and we’d be so grateful.Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zoe Lister-Jones, a talented actress, writer, and director, reflects on her journey of self-expression and empowerment. She shares her childhood experiences of feeling overshadowed by her mother’s confidence while struggling to find her own voice. Zoe candidly discusses pivotal moments from her past that challenged her self-assurance, particularly during family tensions and societal upheaval. Through these stories, she illustrates the powerful shift that can occur when one learns to trust their individuality amidst hardship.