Entertainment Industry Courses and Certifications

SXSW

Cheech Marin in the SXSW Studio

Insightful interview with Cheech Marin exploring his journey as an actor, comedian, and Chicano art collector, discussing cultural representation, Hollywood experiences, and the power of art.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Steve Brunton

Robust Principal Component Analysis

Explore robust PCA for handling corrupted data in fields like fluid mechanics and image processing. Learn its applications and importance in data-driven science and engineering.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

SXSW

Explaining the Impact of Esports on Entertainment

Explore esports' impact on entertainment, its growth, and future potential as a leading medium for direct connection across sports, music, fashion, and brand engagement.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

SXSW

HYSTERICAL - Behind the Velvet Curtain with Stand-Up Comedy’s Boundary-Breaking Women

Boundary-breaking female comedians discuss their journey, struggles, and triumphs in stand-up comedy, exploring how they've shattered glass ceilings and become influential voices for their generation and gender.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

SXSW

Celebrities Redefining Cannabis Entrepreneurship

Explore how celebrity entrepreneurs are reshaping the cannabis industry, challenging social disparities, and creating impactful brands through partnerships and storytelling.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Voice Lessons from Yakko, Raphael, Pinky and Carl

Renowned voice actor Rob Paulsen shares his inspiring journey through cancer, highlighting the power of joy and his iconic animated characters in overcoming life's challenges.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Collision Conference

Hollywood and Houseplant - Creativity in Business & Entertainment

Seth Rogen discusses his cannabis brand Houseplant, sharing insights on scaling, experimentation, and global expansion based on his entertainment industry experience.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Collision Conference

Fan Engagement 2.0

Explore fan engagement strategies, artist involvement, and the power of everyday fans with industry experts from ZinePak, MERRY JANE, and Billboard.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Be the Sun - Where You Are - As Who You Are

Pravishi Das shares her journey in the film industry and conflict resolution, emphasizing self-acceptance and facing the world unafraid by embracing one's true identity.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Unveiling Pathways - Embracing Challenges in Pursuit of Dreams

Actress Sapthami Gowda shares her journey from swimming to engineering to film, offering insights on navigating challenges, avoiding social media pitfalls, and embracing life's unexpected opportunities.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Milken Institute

That's Entertainment - Looking for the Next Stage

Explore the future of entertainment with industry leaders discussing global competition, mergers, overseas markets, content diversity, and new revenue streams in a rapidly evolving landscape.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How Netflix Changed Entertainment - and Where It's Headed

Reed Hastings discusses Netflix's evolution, innovative culture, content strategy, and recommendation algorithms, while also touching on his philanthropic efforts in education reform.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Milken Institute

Art, Politics and Popular Culture

Exploring the intersection of art, politics, and activism with industry leaders. Discusses how creators challenge injustice, inspire action, and shape societal identities through dynamic content.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Chasing Dreams in Hollywood

Jessica Meraz shares her journey from El Paso to Hollywood, offering insights on pursuing acting dreams, overcoming challenges, and staying connected to her roots while building a successful career in television.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

Exploring Creativity

Discover how a filmmaker's journey from rural Haryana to Bollywood success illuminates the creative process, emphasizing personal experiences and unique perspectives in crafting compelling stories.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk