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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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In this episode of Entertain This! Podcasts, we present an in-depth interview with accomplished actress Dani Deetté, focusing on her role in the newly released Prime Video series The Runarounds.
The series, which premiered on September 1, 2025, follows five high school graduates from Wilmington, North Carolina, as they form a rock band and navigate the challenges of young adulthood. Deetté portrays Wendy Wysong, a character that draws on her musical background and acting expertise.
Renowned for her recurring portrayals as super soldier Gigi in Marvel’s The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Sheriff Kim Reddick in Netflix’s Ozark, and Rori Barnhill in Season 3 of USA Network’s The Sinner, Deetté discusses the evolution of her career and the unique demands of these roles. She also reflects on her guest appearances in productions such as Paramount+‘s Tulsa King, CBS’s FBI: Most Wanted, NCIS: New Orleans, and Bull, among others.
Join us for a thoughtful conversation that explores her professional journey, insights into the entertainment industry, and future projects, offering listeners a comprehensive perspective on her contributions to film and television.
The Gaming BlenderWe mash genres. We pitch games. You question our sanity.
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Chapters
1. Dani Deetté: Navigating Her New Role in ‘The Runarounds’ and Career Reflection (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] The Gaming Blender (00:16:59)
3. (Cont.) Dani Deetté: Navigating Her New Role in ‘The Runarounds’ and Career Reflection (00:17:38)
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