Won't Be Silent: Abe Gurko on Activism, Art, and Ancestral Strength

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"You have a responsibility to live up to the greatness of what my parents were." — Abe Gurko

Abe Gurko is a dynamic figure in the entertainment industry. After moving from New York City to Hollywood, Abe transitioned from a fashion career to becoming a behind-the-scenes creative, working with some of Hollywood's most influential figures, including the iconic Carrie Fisher. Over the years, Abe has produced high-profile events, fashion shows, music videos, and much more. He was instrumental in creating New York Design Week and has been deeply involved in fundraising for AIDS and other charities. Currently, Abe is in production on two documentaries and recently authored a memoir titled Won't Be Silent: Don't Stop Till It Matters.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Oh, My Health... There Is Hope, host Jana Short delves into Abe Gurko's fascinating life and career. Beginning with Abe's background as the child of Holocaust survivors and transitioning to his remarkable journey in the entertainment and fashion industries, this episode balances sincere introspection with Abe's captivating stories.

Abe shares how growing up in a small New Jersey town as part of the only Jewish family profoundly impacted his worldview, fueling resilience and ambition. We learn about his work with Carrie Fisher and her significant role in his life. The conversation also covers Abe's battles with addiction, the courage it took to overcome personal demons, and how these experiences inspired him to write his memoir, Won't Be Silent. We learn the intriguing backstory to the title, which concerns music that his uncle composed while he was a prisoner of war. This piece of music has lived on as a song of resistance and became a catalyst for Abe's activism.

Key Takeaways:

• Abe's memoir, Won't Be Silent: Don't Stop Till It Matters, is rooted in a deeply personal and historical narrative involving his family's survival of the Holocaust.

• His career spans various facets of the entertainment industry, including high-profile events, fashion shows, and collaborations with celebrities like Carrie Fisher.

• Music and activism play significant roles in Abe's life, using a song his uncle wrote as a form of resistance as inspiration for modern protest-themed projects.

• The episode underscores the importance of voting and being politically active to express one’s voice and stand up against societal injustices.

• Abe's journey emphasizes the themes of resilience, self-love, and the power of forgiveness in overcoming life's challenges.

Get in touch with Abe:

• https://wontbesilent.com/

• @‌abegurko

• https://www.facebook.com/abe.gurko

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/abe-gurko-a659284/

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