Welcome to the very first episode of East of Everywhere. In this foundational episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the personal story behind Boy Meets East. It’s a journey that starts with a chance encounter with a groundbreaking anime, winds through a deep appreciation for film, and confronts the walls of intimidation that many of us feel when looking at a culture that isn't our own.

This is the "why" behind the entire project. This is my origin story.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Anime: Samurai Champloo

• Film: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

• Director: Bong Joon-ho (Parasite)

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🔄 Your Boy's other adventures:

• Required Watching – deep dives into must-see films for filmmakers.

• Emerging – real-time screenwriting insights from rising writers.

Until next time, keep exploring—and keep learning!

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