From Emmy-Nominations to Giving Back: Irin Daniels on Film, Family & Glowframe Vision

In this episode of WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV, host David Hooser sits down with Irin Daniels — former ASU professor, two-time Emmy nominee, TV/film producer, and founder of the nonprofit Glowframe Initiative. From Hollywood sets to heartfelt caregiving and community uplift, Irin shares what really keeps him awake: balancing creativity, responsibility, and purpose. 🎯 Inside This Episode: • Juggling roles: producer, creative educator, family caretaker — and the sleepless nights that come with it • From Hollywood to hometown: why Irin moved back to Arizona — and how his mom’s care inspired a mission of giving back • Building the arts community: how Glowframe Initiative provides a “YMCA for creatives” — training, access, and real-world opportunities in film, AV, and production • Career journey: directing commercials and TV, earning Emmy nominations — and launching Phoenix-based productions and training programs • Future vision: growing Glowframe, launching new series, and building a local film ecosystem by combining passion, mentorship and hands-on training 📌 Work with Irin / Glowframe: • Glowframe Initiative — classes, creative workforce development & community film projects • IronaFilms (production company) — commercials, TV series, corporate and creative video work 🔔 Subscribe to WhatKeepsYouAwake.TV for more real stories from entrepreneurs, creatives and change-makers. 📣 Drop a comment: What passion project do you wish had a “Glowframe” — and what’s the first step toward building it? 🔑 Hashtags: #IrinDaniels #GlowframeInitiative #FilmProduction #CreativeCommunity #Entrepreneurship #PhoenixFilm #Nonprofit #WhatKeepsYouAwakeTV #Storytelling #MediaIndustry