In this episode of the Beyond Broadcast podcast, proudly brought to you by WIZZFX, host Jamie Larson speaks with Māori filmmaker Paula Whetu Jones.

From her early work on groundbreaking documentaries such as Gang Girls and The Hidden, to co-directing and co-writing the acclaimed feature film Whina, and producing the deeply personal series Spinal Destination, Paula shares her journey from a challenging entry into the industry to becoming a trailblazing voice in film and television.

She discusses the importance of authentic storytelling, overcoming industry barriers, and developing projects that shine a light on social issues, identity, and personal resilience.

We touch on topics such as:

• The responsibility of storytelling to marginalized communities
• The challenges of industry nepotism and barriers ...