Documents tagged "Lisa"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029566.txt
The document discusses an invitation for Serena Williams to appear on a show and read a poem about childbirth that raises awareness of discrimination against women athletes in sports and women of color in childbirth. The conversation also mentions other people such as Bill Clinton, Shaquille O'Neal, and Lisa New. Additionally, there is discussion about reading the book "My Antonia" by Cather on a plane trip and releasing a "bootleg" episode.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029431.txt
The document is from Lisa New thanking Jeffrey Epstein for his contributions to Poetry in America and Verse Video Education. The letter highlights the accomplishments of 2017 and projects for 2018, acknowledging the support received from individuals who shared their talents, funding, equipment, business wisdom, organizational advice, or interest in the work. It mentions that making media is complex and expensive, and expresses gratitude to those who have helped navigate the journey from professor to professor/producer/director.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029342.txt
The email discusses Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, who is described as one of the rising stars in the New York Congressional delegation and a progressive voice for the people of New York City. It mentions that NY1 did a profile piece about his work on the vitally important Budget and Judiciary committees in Washington. The email also discusses Hakeem's commitment to electing a Democratic majority in 2014 and encourages friends to participate in the DCCC/DSCC fundraising dinner with President Obama.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029269.txt
This email discusses a legal agreement between Woody Allen and Lisa New, in which they need clarifications before proceeding. The topic of the television show is also mentioned, as it has been picked up by American Public Television for distribution nationally, and they have asked for more episodes. Additionally, Lisa expresses interest in seeing computer-written haiku and elegy.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029253.txt
This document discusses a potential release of footage featuring Woody Allen discussing a poem by William Carlos Williams. It mentions that the footage will be used for a non-profit project called Verse Video Education, which aims to bring poetry into English Language Arts classrooms. The conversation with Woody Allen would be part of a larger initiative headed by Lisa New and Leah Reis-Dennis, who are seeking approval from him and possibly a lawyer before proceeding.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029251.txt
The email discusses a film project that features interviews with various artists and public figures. The main concern is obtaining clearance to use footage from Woody Allen's interview. The writer mentions their team has already secured permissions from numerous other participants, including celebrities and politicians. They are seeking advice on how best to approach securing clearance for the Woody Allen footage.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029246.txt
Jeffrey E. expresses gratitude to Lisa New for her support of his initiative Poetry in America and invites her to drop by before the New Year to discuss her renewal of the Templeton campaign. He also mentions that Larry is away and he will be working all day, but he is free any time on Wednesday. Chomsky is mentioned as someone who is with Jeffrey E.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029242.txt
Lisa New sent an email to Jeffrey E. expressing gratitude for his support of her initiative "Poetry in America". She is planning a visit to discuss the future of the project and seeking advice on renewing the Templeton campaign. She also mentions that Larry will be away but she has made arrangements to work all day, with any time being free.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029239.txt
The document is a correspondence between Jeffrey and Lisa regarding Poetry in America. The initiative aims to produce high-quality educational video on American poetry to reach a broad community of learners. The project has received support from various individuals, including donors, participants, friends, and supporters. Lisa expresses gratitude for the assistance provided by the special community of friends who have made it possible to realize what seemed like an ambitious vision.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_029221.txt
In the email exchange, Jeffrey and Lisa discuss a proposal for contributing $500,000 to Poetry in America at Harvard University. The funds will be used for post-production and distribution of a historical period of American poetry, which includes interviews with various individuals. The money is expected to come as a gift from Harvard, but there are other ways to contribute without involving the university. The proposal is seen as optimistic, but it could potentially bring success.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028976.txt
The email discusses the production of a television show featuring Woody Allen. Lisa New is seeking clarifications on an agreement sent by Irwin Tenenbaum, and she wants to ensure that Woody's billing will not be larger or more important than Bill Clinton or Joe Biden. The Harvard week of content needs to be edited in the next 10 days. The show has been picked up by American Public Television for distribution nationally, and they have asked for an additional 5 episodes.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028958.txt
The document discusses a project related to a WA poetry release, which involves obtaining approval from Woody Allen for the use of his footage. The project is part of a larger initiative aimed at bringing poetry into mainstream English Language Arts classrooms and includes conversations with prominent figures such as Bill Clinton and Al Gore. The conversation would be part of a HarvardX online platform. The document also mentions Soon-Yi Previn, who expresses an open principle to the project but notes that the release would need to be reviewed by a lawyer.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028957.txt
The document is a message from Leah Reis-Dennis to Jeffrey regarding the release of footage featuring Woody Allen for Lisa New's non-profit organization, Verse Video Education. The message mentions that they have filmed conversations with various distinguished Americans on poetry and are looking into creating an initiative called Poetry in America, which includes an online course, television series, and online professional development courses for English Language Arts teachers and students. Leah Reis-Dennis is asking if Woody Allen might be open to releasing the footage or only certain parts of their project.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028955.txt
The email from Lisa Ne to Jeffrey Epstein discusses the legal team's decision that they cannot use footage of Woody Allen for their online course on Modernism or a TV episode. However, she is grateful for the opportunity to tape with him and mentions other performers who have taped with her, including John Lithgow, Diane Paulus, Julie Taymor, Nas, Eve Ensler, Damian Woetzel, Kate Burton, Lil Buck Riley, Alfre Woodard, Herbie Hancock, Tony Kushner, Natalia Zukerman, Sally Field, Lena Dunham, and Yo Yo Ma. Lisa asks for Jeffrey's opinion on her chances of obtaining the necessary releases for their work.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028950.txt
The document is a collection of emails discussing various topics. It mentions people such as Lesley Groff, Jeffrey Epstein, Chomsky, Lisa New, Larry, and others. The places mentioned include Cambridge. Topics covered in the emails include poetry updates, thank you messages, advice on renewing a campaign, educational video on American poetry, financial support for an initiative, distribution of work, and appearing on camera.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028946.txt
In this document, Lisa New is writing a thank-you letter to her friends and supporters for their help in realizing the vision of Poetry in America, which is producing high quality educational video on American poetry. She mentions key people who have supported her initiative financially, intellectually, logistically, or by appearing on camera. The main places mentioned are Cambridge and Boston. The document also talks about starting a new campaign with Templeton funding, and the need for advice from Jeffrey E.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028943.txt
The document is a letter from Lisa New to Jeffrey Epstein expressing gratitude for his support of her initiative, Poetry in America. The letter describes the project's goal of producing high-quality educational videos on American poetry and its success in reaching a wide range of learners. Lisa mentions that she will drop by before the new year to get advice from Jeffrey on renewing the Templeton campaign and her needs for the coming year. The letter highlights the various forms of support provided by friends, including financial contributions, participation in video shoots, provision of resources, and networking assistance.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028884.txt
This document discusses a proposal for contributing $500,000 to the Poetry in America initiative at Harvard University. The key participants include Lisa New and Jeffrey E., with Larry also mentioned as providing information about the project. The proposal seeks to use this money for post-production and distribution of a historical period of American poetry (1914-1945), including interviews with various individuals such as Bill Clinton, Peter Gallison, Walter Isaacson, Lena Dunham, Woody Allen, Harrison Ford, Robert Polito, Sarah Kay, Alfre Woodard, Jane Pickering, Jay Parini, and Ray D. The document also mentions the possibility of using alternative ways to give the money that would not involve Harvard University.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_028882.txt
This document is an email from Lisa New to Jeffrey Epstein discussing a proposal for a project related to Poetry in America at Harvard University. The proposal seeks $500,000 and mentions that it would be best if the money were given as a gift to EdLabs at Harvard. It also discusses potential raw materials for the project including interviews with Bill Clinton, Woody Allen, Harrison Ford, and others.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_027041.txt
In an email exchange from October 5th to October 6th, Lisa New and Jeffrey Epstein discuss plans for a taping in Cambridge or New York. Lisa mentions that she will be at a YIVO event on the evening of the 23rd, but is willing to tape on the 24th as well. They also discuss the possibility of having Woody Allen participate in the taping and John McCain, Tony Kushner, and Al Gore have recently signed on for another project.