{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Change the Narrative","title":"From Federal Agent to Filmmaker: Alicia Borja Builds the Desert Waves Film Festival and Champions Local Creative Talent","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/1e8cf949\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1786,"description":"Alicia Borja, a former Air Force security forces member and federal agent, transitioned to a career in the creative arts, focusing on acting, writing, directing, and founding the Desert Waves Film Festival (DWFF). The festival, now in its second year, aims to showcase local talent and community engagement, with plans to double attendance to over 200 people. DWFF includes live music and workshops, and a $15 screening fee is planned. Borja also produces content, including a proof-of-concept series and a podcast, \"Unclassified,\" featuring veterans and creatives. She emphasizes the importance of networking and learning through experience.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/wTgcnf-W03zcWnhIUTAMymi5FG_fsThqjipQYnjYFeA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84ZjU2/ZmRmNmFlOWJlNjg1/MDBiYWNjZWFlOWEz/NzcxNi5KUEc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}