Sheetal Sheth | Uplifting Hearts and Minds Through Storytelling

The Lesson:  Sheetal Sheth grew up in the middle of a 1st generation immigrant story, but as the years went by, and Indian culture became more acceptable in America, she realized it hadn't existed beyond traditional culture, food, festivals, religion; it wasn't just normal. Sheetal is of the opinion that it's seeing Indian or any kind of brown person, in all aspects of life that breaks down stigmatization and othering in society and makes everyone better for it.

Notable Excerpt: "I've never been attracted to the bright shiny things. I love people, I love connecting, there's nothing I love more than meeting someone new and getting inside their brain. I'm obsessed with psychology, people, why they do things, so that's why I (started acting). To me it's about connecting and being able to share stories, because I really do believe that when you meet someone, whether it's in person or on your television, or through a song or a book, is when you can change minds or hearts."

The Guest: Sheetal is an acclaimed actress, accomplished author, producer, and activist. Sheetal’s breakout role came in Albert Brooks’ “Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World” and she is known for her performances in a wide range of memorable roles in film and on television. As an author, she's written Always Anjali, and Bravo Anjali, a pair of children's books featuring a South Asian protagonist.

Sheetal is also a cancer survivor and outspoken advocate who served in President Clinton's AmeriCorps and is currently on the advisory board of Equality Now

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