SXSW 2025
GRIEVING OUT LOUD: How Media is Revolutionizing Our Grief
Description:
Every person will experience grief in their lifetime, but it's still a taboo subject in our country. Innovative media & content are changing this by bringing grief to the forefront, depicting it in a way that is relatable & honest. Celebrities have opened up publicly about their grief journeys, sharing their insights & experiences with the world. Our panel will discuss the current state of media portrayals of grief, the impact these portrayals have on audiences, & how we can continue to push for authentic grief storylines & representations in media to normalize these experiences and feelings.
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Takeaways
- Learn how authentic and honest portrayals of grief in media can help normalize the grieving process, making it easier for people to talk about grief.
- Gain practical knowledge on how to engage with and utilize grief media to better support a person after someone in their life dies.
- Understand how media shapes societal attitudes toward grief, demonstrating how these influences can foster a more supportive and empathetic culture.
Speakers
- Beanie Feldstein, Actress, N/A
- Brie Overton, Chief Clinical Officer, Experience Camps
- Maya McHenry, The Lyric McHenry Arts Fellowship, Founder
- Jamie Denbo, Actress/writer/producer, N/A
Organizer
Jesse Moss, Director of Marketing, Experience Camps
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