"We've really dismissed the value of failure." - Sarah Bay-Cheng

Sarah is a theatre researcher with a background in film studies, digital performance and puppetry. Their research and writing has focused on the intersection of theatre, media and emerging technologies, including 4 books and over 50 articles and essays. They currently serve as the Dean of the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design at York University and as a Professor of Theatre & Performance Studies.

Jody and Sarah explore the impact of social media and algorithmic culture on performance and authenticity. She highlights the need to create spaces for low-stakes failure and challenges the success bias in society.

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IG: @sbaycheng

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sbaycheng/

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