3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
3 years, 11 surgeries, 1 new artery, 2 new ACLs, 7 metal bone reinforcements, 10 frozen eggs, 3 years of physical therapy, 4 screws removed (and kept), 4 new hair cuts/colours (note to self: you cannot control your dysfunctional body by changing your hair). It wasn’t all shit 🙂
In one room together for the first time in too many years. Thank you all for making this week (/these weeks) so special. @megartron @kayascods @olliebarbs @klariza_clayton
Thank you apartment that held me through so much. Thank you landlord who rented to me despite my having no credit record and no ability to work or walk. Thank you everyone who came and stayed on my shitty, uncomfortable sofa for weeks on end. Thank you downstairs neighbours for putting up with the noise from my walker/CAM boot/crutches/cane. Thank you walls for taking a battering from my wheelchair. Thank you kitchen sink for being my shower for so long. Thank you stairs I took my first steps on after months of going up and down you on my bum. You were a little piece of safety and calm in a whole mess of madness and crap. I will miss you.
Thank you apartment that held me through so much. Thank you landlord who rented to me despite my having no credit record and no ability to work or walk. Thank you everyone who came and stayed on my shitty, uncomfortable sofa for weeks on end. Thank you downstairs neighbours for putting up with the noise from my walker/CAM boot/crutches/cane. Thank you walls for taking a battering from my wheelchair. Thank you kitchen sink for being my shower for so long. Thank you stairs I took my first steps on after months of going up and down you on my bum. You were a little piece of safety and calm in a whole mess of madness and crap. I will miss you.
I <3 my writer's group ( partners)
My sister’s award-winning show is coming to Soho Theatre. If you didn’t get to catch it at Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year, or at her first two sold-out London shows before that, now’s your chance. Show dates are Feb 17th and 18th. Get tickets here (before they sell out again!) https://sohotheatre.com/events/really-good-exposure/ @megartron @sohotheatre
In our Spotlight is GINA — a short, but deeply moving glimpse into the life of the dog whisperer of Skid Row, directed by Video Consortium member Kathryn Prescott (@k.prescott77). 💬 “An avid animal lover and activist, Gina takes us through a day in her life on Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue pitbull and foster animals. Despite being unhoused herself, Gina spends her days caring for animals without homes. She tells us about the transformative nature of her relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she thinks pitbulls are the most misunderstood breed. This video originally started out as a project to highlight the work of Skid Rover, a program run by Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), which supports unhoused people with pets. Due to events that took place during filming, it became something else.” — Kathryn Prescott Take 10 minutes to watch GINA, currently featured as @switchboardmagazine’s short doc of the month, at the link in bio. Director: @k.prescott77 Producers: @k.prescott77, @rachel_serada (also a VCer 💙), Michael S. Smith, Nate Hurtsellers Editor: Michael S. Smith Cinematographer: Nate Hurtsellers Sound Mixer: Jonathan Vazquez Re-Recording Mixer: @tundrasaurus Colorist: @tillett_james Assistant Editor: Alex Scarfe 1st AC: @erick.aguilar Production Assistant: @itsjohannabitch
In our Spotlight is GINA — a short, but deeply moving glimpse into the life of the dog whisperer of Skid Row, directed by Video Consortium member Kathryn Prescott (@k.prescott77). 💬 “An avid animal lover and activist, Gina takes us through a day in her life on Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue pitbull and foster animals. Despite being unhoused herself, Gina spends her days caring for animals without homes. She tells us about the transformative nature of her relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she thinks pitbulls are the most misunderstood breed. This video originally started out as a project to highlight the work of Skid Rover, a program run by Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), which supports unhoused people with pets. Due to events that took place during filming, it became something else.” — Kathryn Prescott Take 10 minutes to watch GINA, currently featured as @switchboardmagazine’s short doc of the month, at the link in bio. Director: @k.prescott77 Producers: @k.prescott77, @rachel_serada (also a VCer 💙), Michael S. Smith, Nate Hurtsellers Editor: Michael S. Smith Cinematographer: Nate Hurtsellers Sound Mixer: Jonathan Vazquez Re-Recording Mixer: @tundrasaurus Colorist: @tillett_james Assistant Editor: Alex Scarfe 1st AC: @erick.aguilar Production Assistant: @itsjohannabitch
In our Spotlight is GINA — a short, but deeply moving glimpse into the life of the dog whisperer of Skid Row, directed by Video Consortium member Kathryn Prescott (@k.prescott77). 💬 “An avid animal lover and activist, Gina takes us through a day in her life on Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue pitbull and foster animals. Despite being unhoused herself, Gina spends her days caring for animals without homes. She tells us about the transformative nature of her relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she thinks pitbulls are the most misunderstood breed. This video originally started out as a project to highlight the work of Skid Rover, a program run by Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), which supports unhoused people with pets. Due to events that took place during filming, it became something else.” — Kathryn Prescott Take 10 minutes to watch GINA, currently featured as @switchboardmagazine’s short doc of the month, at the link in bio. Director: @k.prescott77 Producers: @k.prescott77, @rachel_serada (also a VCer 💙), Michael S. Smith, Nate Hurtsellers Editor: Michael S. Smith Cinematographer: Nate Hurtsellers Sound Mixer: Jonathan Vazquez Re-Recording Mixer: @tundrasaurus Colorist: @tillett_james Assistant Editor: Alex Scarfe 1st AC: @erick.aguilar Production Assistant: @itsjohannabitch
In our Spotlight is GINA — a short, but deeply moving glimpse into the life of the dog whisperer of Skid Row, directed by Video Consortium member Kathryn Prescott (@k.prescott77). 💬 “An avid animal lover and activist, Gina takes us through a day in her life on Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue pitbull and foster animals. Despite being unhoused herself, Gina spends her days caring for animals without homes. She tells us about the transformative nature of her relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she thinks pitbulls are the most misunderstood breed. This video originally started out as a project to highlight the work of Skid Rover, a program run by Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), which supports unhoused people with pets. Due to events that took place during filming, it became something else.” — Kathryn Prescott Take 10 minutes to watch GINA, currently featured as @switchboardmagazine’s short doc of the month, at the link in bio. Director: @k.prescott77 Producers: @k.prescott77, @rachel_serada (also a VCer 💙), Michael S. Smith, Nate Hurtsellers Editor: Michael S. Smith Cinematographer: Nate Hurtsellers Sound Mixer: Jonathan Vazquez Re-Recording Mixer: @tundrasaurus Colorist: @tillett_james Assistant Editor: Alex Scarfe 1st AC: @erick.aguilar Production Assistant: @itsjohannabitch
In our Spotlight is GINA — a short, but deeply moving glimpse into the life of the dog whisperer of Skid Row, directed by Video Consortium member Kathryn Prescott (@k.prescott77). 💬 “An avid animal lover and activist, Gina takes us through a day in her life on Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue pitbull and foster animals. Despite being unhoused herself, Gina spends her days caring for animals without homes. She tells us about the transformative nature of her relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she thinks pitbulls are the most misunderstood breed. This video originally started out as a project to highlight the work of Skid Rover, a program run by Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), which supports unhoused people with pets. Due to events that took place during filming, it became something else.” — Kathryn Prescott Take 10 minutes to watch GINA, currently featured as @switchboardmagazine’s short doc of the month, at the link in bio. Director: @k.prescott77 Producers: @k.prescott77, @rachel_serada (also a VCer 💙), Michael S. Smith, Nate Hurtsellers Editor: Michael S. Smith Cinematographer: Nate Hurtsellers Sound Mixer: Jonathan Vazquez Re-Recording Mixer: @tundrasaurus Colorist: @tillett_james Assistant Editor: Alex Scarfe 1st AC: @erick.aguilar Production Assistant: @itsjohannabitch
So excited to have @gina_doc_2022 be a part of this. @switchboard.magazine @caniskovich “At a time when our industry (and the world) feels a bit like it’s burning to the ground, I feel so honored and privileged to share the news of my latest creative venture. A venture that puts artists, filmmakers, and good stories – first. Switchboard Magazine is a brand new digital magazine dedicated to reimagining storytelling through rich, character-driven narratives in long-form, nonfiction pieces. Founded on the values of inclusivity, innovation, and impact, every month, we publish captivating true stories that celebrate diverse voices and perspectives, sharing narratives that are as astonishing as they are real. We believe that who tells the story is as important as the story itself and so we strive to amplify underrepresented voices, offering a more authentic view of the world. Our stories are crafted not only to engage readers but to drive adaptations across television, film, and beyond, bridging the gap between narrative and screen to reach new audiences. Looking for your next great doc? Need inspiration for a new narrative series? Just want to read (and watch – we also have a slate of award-winning short documentaries) cinematic true stories – Switchboard is for you! Sign up for our newsletter now to receive the first issue on January 20th (link in bio). Switchboard wouldn’t be possible without the best editorial team in the biz – @saraganim, @susannaschrobs, and Jason Anderson (our Switchboard Shorts curator). And the dozens of storytellers who have signed on to contribute. I know you are asked to read/watch/support many forms of content these days. I’m immensely proud to be able to say that by engaging with us, you’re not just backing a digital magazine, you’re joining a community dedicated to valuing artists and giving them ownership of their work. By leading with a 50/50 profit share model for our storytellers, we want to create a sea change in the media landscape. Feel free to reach out in advance of the launch for more info – we can’t wait to welcome you to the Switchboard community. And to stay up to date with the latest news, follow us on Instagram”
So excited to have @gina_doc_2022 be a part of this. @switchboard.magazine @caniskovich “At a time when our industry (and the world) feels a bit like it’s burning to the ground, I feel so honored and privileged to share the news of my latest creative venture. A venture that puts artists, filmmakers, and good stories – first. Switchboard Magazine is a brand new digital magazine dedicated to reimagining storytelling through rich, character-driven narratives in long-form, nonfiction pieces. Founded on the values of inclusivity, innovation, and impact, every month, we publish captivating true stories that celebrate diverse voices and perspectives, sharing narratives that are as astonishing as they are real. We believe that who tells the story is as important as the story itself and so we strive to amplify underrepresented voices, offering a more authentic view of the world. Our stories are crafted not only to engage readers but to drive adaptations across television, film, and beyond, bridging the gap between narrative and screen to reach new audiences. Looking for your next great doc? Need inspiration for a new narrative series? Just want to read (and watch – we also have a slate of award-winning short documentaries) cinematic true stories – Switchboard is for you! Sign up for our newsletter now to receive the first issue on January 20th (link in bio). Switchboard wouldn’t be possible without the best editorial team in the biz – @saraganim, @susannaschrobs, and Jason Anderson (our Switchboard Shorts curator). And the dozens of storytellers who have signed on to contribute. I know you are asked to read/watch/support many forms of content these days. I’m immensely proud to be able to say that by engaging with us, you’re not just backing a digital magazine, you’re joining a community dedicated to valuing artists and giving them ownership of their work. By leading with a 50/50 profit share model for our storytellers, we want to create a sea change in the media landscape. Feel free to reach out in advance of the launch for more info – we can’t wait to welcome you to the Switchboard community. And to stay up to date with the latest news, follow us on Instagram”
In February’s issue of Switchboard Magazine, animal lover and activist Gina takes the audience through a day at Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue Pit Bull. Made in association with Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), the short film focuses on Gina’s transformative relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she believes Pit Bulls are the most misunderstood breed.
In February’s issue of Switchboard Magazine, animal lover and activist Gina takes the audience through a day at Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue Pit Bull. Made in association with Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), the short film focuses on Gina’s transformative relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she believes Pit Bulls are the most misunderstood breed.
In February’s issue of Switchboard Magazine, animal lover and activist Gina takes the audience through a day at Skid Row, where she lives with her rescue Pit Bull. Made in association with Homeless Health Care Los Angeles (@hhcla), the short film focuses on Gina’s transformative relationship with her dog, Muneca, and why she believes Pit Bulls are the most misunderstood breed.
A witness to a political mob family, a mystery in the desert of New Mexico, a deeply personal Cuban migration, and the dog whisperer of Skid Row – issue 2 of Switchboard is out now! Plug in and read new long form nonfiction from this month’s storytellers @SaraGanim, @nick_aspinwall and @sheilaissm, as well as the short film GINA by @k.prescott77. Link in bio!
A witness to a political mob family, a mystery in the desert of New Mexico, a deeply personal Cuban migration, and the dog whisperer of Skid Row – issue 2 of Switchboard is out now! Plug in and read new long form nonfiction from this month’s storytellers @SaraGanim, @nick_aspinwall and @sheilaissm, as well as the short film GINA by @k.prescott77. Link in bio!
