A Filmmaker Giving Voice to the Disability Community, with Anna Pakman, Ep. 151

A powerful reminder of the impact authentic representation can make on this week’s episode of Be The Good with Kate: Host Kate Cherichello Tente sits down with award-winning filmmaker, writer, producer, and disability inclusion advocate Anna Pakman for a powerful, eye-opening conversation. From navigating the entertainment industry to making space for new voices, Anna shares her personal journey, her artistic mission, and how her latest short film Emergency Plan is changing the conversation around disability and disaster preparedness. In this episode, you'll hear: 🌟 Why disability representation in media matters—and what’s still missing 🎥 The behind-the-scenes journey of creating Emergency Plan, a short thriller made in just five days 💡 How entertainment can shape public perception, empathy, and policy 🎭 Broadway milestones in authentic casting—from Wicked to Oklahoma! 🔥 The real-life events that inspired Emergency Plan—and why it hits so hard 🤝 What it means to be an ally to the disability community 📣 One powerful action you can take today to make a difference Anna shares how her lived experience with cerebral palsy fuels her drive to change the narrative in media, both in front of and behind the camera. From comedy beginnings to creating deeply emotional, suspenseful drama, Anna’s range and purpose shine through every project she touches. 🎬 Emergency Plan isn’t just a film, it’s a call to action. Anna walks us through the making of this impactful short and its companion resources that help individuals with disabilities plan for emergencies. Whether you're a creator, an ally, or someone looking to better understand the world around you, this episode is filled with passion, purpose, and practical insight. Resources & Links: 🔗 Watch & Learn More: emergencyplanfilm.com 📲 Follow Anna: @annotated on Instagram 📞 Action Step: Contact your representatives about protecting Medicaid 🎧 Subscribe to Be The Good with Kate on your favorite podcast platform and leave a review to help more good stories get heard. 💬 Found this episode powerful? Share your thoughts on Instagram @positively_kate or YouTube 📢 Don’t forget to share with a friend—you never know who needs a little good today.