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Dr. Michelle Cowin Gibbs on Performance, Persistence, and Passion

Dr. Michelle Cowin Gibbs on Performance, Persistence, and Passion In this episode, we had the opportunity to hear from Dr. Michelle Cowin Gibbs, an accomplished expert in theater, academia, and solo performance. She'll share her incredible journey, starting from her childhood dream of becoming a pilot to her deep passion for theater. Join us as we delve into Dr. Gibbs' remarkable life story, where she fearlessly tackled challenges like pursuing a Ph.D. while raising a toddler and navigating the worlds of performance, academia, and being a black woman with unwavering resilience and grace. During our conversation with Dr. Gibbs, we'll explore the fascinating connections between race, gender, and performance. Be inspired as she shares profound insights into the work of Zora Neale Hurston and discusses her exploration of black womanhood. Dr. Gibbs uses her own experiences to create thought-provoking stories through solo performances, providing a platform for empathy and a deeper understanding of what it means to be human. In the final part of our conversation, Dr. Gibbs extends a helping hand to current black women and non-binary doctoral students, offering invaluable advice. She speaks candidly about the importance of maintaining a life outside of academia, the value of a supportive community, and the vitality of staying connected with loved ones. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for academics, theater enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the inspiring journeys of exceptional individuals. Don't miss this enlightening and heartwarming conversation with Dr. Michelle Gibbs. Find Dr. Michelle Cowin Gibbs: www.michellecgibbs.com Her solo autoethnographic performance, The Selfie Monologues. https://photos.app.goo.gl/rZcZ9GkwYnT... Beginning in March 2018, she began a solo performance exploration of Selfies on social media that self-reflexively challenge how we hone-fetishize-dominate a perception of ourselves. The 1-2 minute performances ask audiences to consider how we “Selfie” mediate our experiences, which are intended to produce an emotional response for both participants and the observer. Download the full podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vS07vo... Chapters: 0:04 - Introducing Dr. Michelle Gibbs' Journey in Theater and Gaming 8:25 - Becoming a Theatre Scholar 17:57 - Starting a PhD With a Toddler 30:51 - Theater and Black Womanhood Intersection 39:59 - Exploring Solo Auto Ethnographic Performance 49:49 - Advice for Black Doctoral Students -- About Cohort Sistas Cohort Sistas provides digital resources, mentorship, and community to improve educational, professional, financial, and mental health outcomes for Black women and non-binary people pursuing research doctorates. Follow Cohort Sistas on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/cohortsistas Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/cohorts... Link to donate: https://www.cohortsistas.com/donate