Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Joy Bryant
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Feb 14, 2018 Joy Bryant, an actress and writer known for her roles in Parenthood and Antwone Fisher, shares her insightful journey from growing up in the Bronx to Hollywood stardom. She candidly discusses the impact of class disparities in her education experiences and the transition to a predominantly white boarding school. Joy reflects on dating within the celebrity realm and the challenges of seeking validation. The conversation also touches on navigating race in America, pay inequity in Hollywood, and the significance of therapy in reframing personal trauma.
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Code Switching As Survival Skill
- Joy argues that nearly every Black person in America becomes a master code-switcher out of necessity.
- Dax agrees code-switching is human behavior but more pronounced under systemic pressures.
Face Burn Before A Callback
- Joy recounts burning her face with a curling iron before a big meeting yet still attending and later auditioning for Antwone Fisher.
- That persistence led to callbacks and a career break despite the mishap.
Validation From Others Is Temporary
- Dax reflects that sleeping with celebrities didn't fix his self-worth; external validation doesn't change inner esteem.
- He says true self-esteem comes from esteemable actions, not fame or partners.
