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During the 1-year period that I have been a part of Life After Film School, one of the experiences that stays with me was the very embarrassing moment that I almost cried on set. I don't even think our producers know this, but when we were interviewing Brad Falchuk, the co-creator and executive producer of the Fox series Glee, I got a bit emotional. He was definitely an awesome, intelligent, and laid back guy, but the moment the interview turned for me was when we started discussing the Young Storytellers Foundation. 

Y.S.F. is an organization he founded with a friend which takes mentors in the entertainment business to 4th graders and teaches them about story - helping the students to write short stories of their own and then bringing in actors to perform those stories.  First of all, what an AWESOME idea! It's so empowering for anyone, but especially for kids, to see their ideas come to life. Then, to bring in experienced mentors and actors makes it so exciting for them as well. I was, honestly, overwhelmed with the gravity of Brad's effort to build the confidence of these kids. I know how much that can impact students at that age and I was simply overwhelmed with emotion realizing how important his program is. I was literally, holding back my emotion on set.  I fully intend to become a part of this awesome organization.

See the website for more information on the Young Storyteller's Foundation.