In this episode of The Uptick, hosts Kamil Rozanski, Sydney Humes, Rachel Williams, Lauren Morris, and Nathan Mutale sit down with rising West Philly filmmaker Lanaa Dantzler for an inspiring conversation about her early success in the world of film. Lanaa shares the journey behind her powerful debut short film, Five Angry Black Girls, created during her time at Black Girls Film Camp in Charlotte, North Carolina. She opens up about how the camp helped her grow as a filmmaker, build a strong creative network, gain the confidence to tell stories that matter, and more.

Also in this episode:
• Emily Briggs takes us into the fast-paced world of Philly Roller Derby.
• Jake Leonard catches up with Temple student and textile entrepreneur Max Wolf, who’s weaving creativity into business.
• And Kevin Gruen reports on how healthcare professionals respond to a recent uptick in Bird Flu cases.