CH1.EP3: VR & Understanding, A Path to Empathy
Trigger Warning: We ask that viewers exercise self-care & caution when watching this episode as it discusses suicide and unaliving ideation. If you or someone you know is exhibiting warning signs of suicide, call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255), contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741
Have you ever wondered what it's like to see the world through someone else's eyes? In this special episode of “The Traveling Table Dinner Series,” we explore the impact of one virtual reality experience the opportunity to increase empathy and understanding for someone else’s experience. Join us as we wrap up this three-part series with Dédé Tetsubayashi (she/they), Brittany Rose Green (she/her), Raquel Simbala (she/her), Lawrence Pasion (he/him), Ellie Bauer (she/her), and host, Lia James (she/her) to discuss how important it is to have pathways of understanding and the power of using technologies, like VR. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion.
This is an unscripted social experiment where guests discuss a series of hard topics that go below the surface. We invite guests to the table where difficult conversations can be shared in a safe space. Should a particular conversation, word choice, and/or phrasing provoke a reaction, we ask that you show grace and guidance in your comments directed at guests. This experience will hopefully provoke self-reflection, lessons, and a desire from guests and viewers to learn from one another's stories.
Guests in this episode include: Dédé Tetsubayashi (she/they) Brittany Rose Green (she/her) Raquel Simbala (she/her) Lawrence Pasion (he/him) Ellie Bauer (she/her)
Thank you to all who have made this filming possible, and special thanks to Double Reel Productions
Additional thanks to: Martina James Nalley, Bellatrix Consulting Group Alezandra Russell Bethany Wolfe Mark Rickmeier, Table XI Calvin Lang Brett Albertson Eldon James & Elizabeth Creamer Tina Twigg-James Willis Aybar, Studio87 Christopher McGee, CM Home Remodel Sammy Rihawi Sally Andrews Ingrid Alongi Kevin Solorio Jeremy Wong Colin Mackenzie Eugene Cacciola Erin Kidwell Casey Schlotter Myrna Leonard
Produced by &Human and Double Reel Production
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