PRESS, PODCASTS & FEATURES
To interview THE G WORD’s Director/Producer Marc Smolowitz, please contact Danielle Holke by email pr@13thgen.co. Access our digital media kit for current creative assets.
October 2022
G/T/N Awareness Week With Our Gifted Kids With Host Sophia Elliott
Listen to seven podcast episodes, released over the arc of G/T/N Awareness Week, with topics focused on this year’s theme, #GiftedJoy. Our very own Marc Smolowitz is featured over his own two part series.
THE G WORD IN THE PRESS
November 30, 2020
Movers and Shakers in 2e Education
In the latest issue of Variations2e magazine from 2e News, they profile twenty-two educators, professionals, researchers, and parents doing critical work in supporting twice-exceptional learners and making a difference in 2e education. Our very own Marc Smolowitz is honored to be included on this list for his work on THE G WORD.
April 29, 2019
'G Word' documentary focuses on gifted San Luis students
The academic accomplishments of elementary school students here are being profiled in “The G Word,” a documentary by a California filmmaker who wants to show that gifted minds can be found in unexpected places.
April 19th, 2019
‘The G Word’ Film Documents Growth of Giftedness
If there’s one thing Marc Smolowitz’s upcoming documentary will include plenty of, it’s hope.
April 11th, 2019
An independent filmmaker highlights gifted students of San Luis
Reporter Aziza Shuler met up with Marc Smolowitz and THE G WORD team in San Luis in April of 2019.
March 20, 2019
13th Gen Launches 40-day Kickstarter to Raise $60k for a New Feature Documentary About Giftedness
San Francisco, Mar 20, 2019 - San Francisco-based film company 13th Gen has launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise $60,000+ to finish principal cinematography on its latest documentary-in-production, THE G WORD, directed and produced by multi-award winning independent filmmaker Marc Smolowitz, and produced by philanthropist Ron Turiello.
March 19th, 2019
Unwrapping Giftedness in American Education
Before knowing that Marc has his own background as a gifted child, it might be difficult to see the connection between Marc’s latest project The G Word, and his other films, which certain largely around social justice issues like race, gender, and sexuality.
March 19th, 2019
The G Word Highlights NSD Hi-Cap Program by David B. Clark
Smolowitz recently had the opportunity to interview five individuals from the Northshore School District. In addition, a crew from 13th Gen, Smolowitz’s San Francisco-based production company, filmed the State of the School District presentation at the end of February.
January 25th, 2019
Filmmaker Explores Giftedness at FDL Ojibwe School By Andee Erickson
A San Francisco film crew is reporting around the country exploring what it means to be a gifted child in 21st century America, from the U.S-Mexico border to the Fond du Lac Indian Reservation, and everywhere in between.
November 28, 2017
The Other Side of Being “Gifted”by Teresa Currivan
Director Marc Smolowitz shines a new light on giftedness. Produced by Ron Turiello, the movie includes highly regarded experts in the field of giftedness. (archive)
PODCASTS FEATURING MARC SMOLOWITZ
In episode 21 of the Positive Disintegration Podcast, Marc Smolowitz joins hosts Chris Wells and Emma Nicholson for a compelling conversation that covers storytelling, intensity, intersectionality, trauma, empowerment, and #GiftedJoy.
Marc Smolowitz joins our partner Dr. Dan Peters, Co-Founder/Executive Director of the Summit Center and host of the Parent Footprint podcast, for a chat about G/T/N Awareness Week, #GiftedJoy and THE G WORD documentary, now in post-production.
Marc Smolowitz joins our partner Debbie Reber, Founder of Tilt Parenting, for a chat about G/T/N Awareness Week, #GiftedJoy and differently wired kids.
Our advisor and partner Julie Skolnick welcomes Marc Smolowitz to the Gifted & Distractible vlog for a chat about what "gifted joy" means for 2e individuals.
Marc Smolowitz joins Sophia Elliott of Our Gifted Kids
It’s Gifted, Talented & Neurodiversity Awareness Week and Our Gifted Kids is Bringing Joy & Equity in Focus with THE G WORD with a full week of podcasts, starting with Marc Smolowitz!
Marc Smolowitz on Conversations on Gifted Trauma By InterGifted
Listen to this insightful Conversations on Gifted Trauma episode with Marc Smolowitz about how intergenerational and collective traumas affect the experience and expression of our giftedness.
Impact Parenting - Ep 042: Trans Youth and Giftedness
Listen to this insightful Parenting With Impact episode with Marc Smolowitz about the trans and gifted youth he has had the privilege of interviewing for his film, as well as his lifetime experience with advocating for and working with LGBTQ+ and gifted communities.
Our Gifted Kids - The State of Giftedness with Marc Smolowitz from The G Word
Host Sophia Elliott talks with Marc about the state of giftedness and the inspiration behind G/T/N Awareness Week. This is part one of a five-podcast series special for GTN Awareness Week.
October 21, 2021
Neurodiversity Podcast - Episode 101: Gifted, Talented, and Neurodiverse Awareness Week
The week of October 25 is Gifted, Talented, and Neurodiverse Awareness week, and film producer Marc Smolowitz founded the organization behind the event. Hst Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Marc about the daily activities and how you can get involved.
October 20, 2021
The Numinds Podcast - Giftedness and Identity: A G-Word Film Update with Marc Smolowitz
Marc Smolowitz joins host Ben Koch for timely updates on The G Word film and movement, including the Gifted, Talented, and Neurodiverse Awareness Week programming.
October 20, 2021
Crucial Conversations
Marc joins host Maria Kennedy of Bridges Education Group for a chat about The G Word and the state of gifted education.
October 13, 2021
Adventures in Being Gifted
Marc joins hosts Jill Hartsock & Jessica Mullen to discuss giftedness, intelligence, and neurodivergent learners.
October 12, 2021
Who Gets to Be Gifted in America with Marc Smolowitz
Marc joins Doug Roberts of Institute For Education Innovation on their podcast series, Education Thought Leaders.
October 11, 2021
Happy 5th Anniversary and The G Word Film
Marc talks to Aurora Holtzman, host of Embracing Intensity.
December 21, 2020
Who gets to be gifted and why? Meet THE G WORD Director & Producer Marc Smolowitz on Unleash Monday
Marc talks to Nadja Cereghetti, host of Unleash Monday.
October 9, 2020
Embracing “The G Word”
Recently director/producer Marc Smolowitz sat down with Numinds Enrichment's Co-Founder and CEO Ben Koch to talk about The G Word.
Marc Smolowitz on The Fringy Bit Podcast With Heather & Jonathan Boorman
Listen in as Heather and Jon chat with award-winning film maker Marc Smolowitz about his upcoming film THE G WORD. As most conversations with gifted, creative folks go, this episode covers a plethora of topics, including the upcoming film, anti-intellectualism, generational theory, and who gets to be gifted in the American system.
Marc Smolowitz on the Someone Gets Me Podcast With Dianne A. Allen
Marc shares about his powerful family history and the resilience that continues to serve him today. The conversation is packed with amazing insights about Marc’s personal and professional journey.
Marc Smolowitz on the Embracing Intensity Podcast With Aurora Remember
Why is intensity often cast with a negative connotation? This episode highlights an intense and “extra” person who is finding success in the world of filmmaking, embracing intensity, and happy to take the risk to be a shining creative!
Marc Smolowitz on the MyEdExpert Podcast With Suzy Pepper Rollins
Marc and Suzy chat about The G Word, which discusses the economic, cultural, and gender diversity of our nation’s gifted and talented population.
Marc Smolowitz on the Mind Matters Podcast With Emily Kircher-Morris
There is a myth that gifted people are mostly financially secure, white, and don’t require the same attention as an average child. Marc joins host Emily Kircher-Morris to put those myths to rest. Listen to their discussion on episode 28 of Mind Matters.
Marc Smolowitz on The Tilt Parenting Podcast With Deborah Reber
This episode is about the state of giftedness in today’s kids, as seen through the lens of independent filmmaker Marc Smolowitz. Marc runs an award-winning, San Francisco-based production company called 13th Gen, and one of his newest projects is a film currently in production called The G Word, a documentary exploring where gifted individuals fit in in today’s society.
Marc Smolowitz on The Dyslexia Podcast With Elisheva Schwatrz
Marc shares all about his newest project, THE G WORD, an unforgettable documentary that unravels the complex challenges of defining and meeting the needs of high intelligence in the 21st century. Interview starts at 5:28.