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Johnny Hincapie, a formerly incarcerated and wrongfully convicted advocate, discusses the media's role in both convicting him, and 25 years later helping to free him— and the urgent need for journalistic integrity in conversation with PEN America's Prison and Justice...

Lydia Anderson interviews her father Kelvyn Anderson about his experience in Private Investigation and Journalism.

[Recorded on October 26, 2021] Cristina Amador ('24) and Olivia Paschal (PhD '26) share their experiences growing up in open-minded Christian households, the decisions that led them both to the University of Virginia, and their disapproval of partisan labels.

Tim Curran (52) talks with his partner, Noel Parks (51), about being expelled from the Boys Scouts of America for being gay. He talks about suing the organization, and eventually losing after 18 years of litigation.

Steve Desroches (47) and Taylor Polites (51) talk about their lives as writers.

One Small Step Conversation partners Dina Wood (66) and Bailey Shepard (34) discuss experiences in college, major influences in their life, personal values, and political points view.

River Morgan asks his mom about her life as a journalist and a few other profound questions.

Dawn Ennis (45) tells Amy Weinstein about her experience and thoughts during and about the attacks on September 11, 2001. Note: Dawn Ennis transitioned in May, 2013.

Interview about Jenna

Anna Nowak-Banrey (AB) and Jason Banrey (JB) discuss how they met, their relationship and their experiences together in New York.

Missoula is a liberal bubble in an otherwise conservative state. For Lisa Velk-Buseman, a fiscally-conservative, fourth-generation Montana, Missoula has changed dramatically over the years, and not necessarily for the better. Rachel Gooen, a Montana transplant with a social justice background,...

[Recorded: October 21, 2022] Sheila (64) and Larry (68) have a One Small Step conversation. Sheila, an alumna of VCU's School of Pharmacy, describes herself as having a lifelong passion for issues surrounding racial justice and engaging in other forms...

A conversation between Emma Gonzalez & Pedro Damasceno recorded during a rally in favor of gun control laws— held in response to the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas Highschool. Emma had just delivered a speech addressing her experience during the...

We started talking about who influences Lexi to her most embarrassing moments in high school with some journalism talk in the middle.

Stories told from my grandma

This interview is about Thomson Draper, an aspiring journalist, and his life.

Spouses Willie Worthy (78) and Jeanne Worth (75) reflect on their lives.

Spouses Alisa Jenkins Wilson (55) and Mike Wilson (58) remember first meeting each other in New York City, the evolution of their relationships, their careers, and what they appreciate about their children.

Steve Desroches (48) talks to David Brown (59) about his time as a meteorologist at WCVB, Boston's ABC affiliate, and covering and forecasting the weather.

My uncle grew up in Arlington Virginia and enjoyed his life. when he grew up he became a self employed bricklayer.

Workbaes Jean Friedman-Rudovsky (43) and Cassie Haynes (39) discuss how they met, their work together, and the lessons they both learned building Resolve Philly together.

My name is Anica Cajayon and I interviewed my father, Jaime Cajayon, about what it was like growing up in a less technologically advanced society. We compared many different aspects of broadcasting and television in general such as streaming services,...

Gabrielle Bryant, broadcast journalist based in Denver, shares her take on the importance and the meaning of press freedom today in the U.S.

Betsy Wade, former journalist with The New York Times, talks her granddaughter Leah Boylan and JAWS fellow Lauren McGaughy.

Today I will be interviewing Shanel Evans and we will discuss the importance of media from when she was growing up, and how it has impacted her life.