The internet has changed the way journalists reach audiences, causing media outlets and journalism programs to struggle with how best to teach the craft journalism to the next generation. University of Georgia professor Valerie Boyd is spearheading a MFA program that specializes in teaching long-form journalism techniques to students. Guest host Adam Ragusea sits down with Boyd to talk about the value of long-form and it’s place in the current media landscape. 

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Then, we continue our conversation about teaching journalism in the 21st century with UGA professor Valerie Boyd. We also add two more voices into the conversation: Georgia State University Professor David Armstrong, who directs the student-led investigative Georgia News Lab program, and Lee County High School teacher Coni Grebel. We chat about the state of journalism today and what the next wave of journalists will look like. Plus, we hear from Ambassador Andrew Young and his role in bringing the ’96 Summer Olympic Games to Atlanta. 

Finally, for many veterans returning from war, it can be difficult to adjust to civilian life. A new documentary showing at the Macon Film Festival tells the story of one veteran who’s suffered emotionally and physically from war, only to return home as a farmer where he’s finding peace. We talk with filmmaker Alix Blair about her documentary, FARMER/VETERAN. We also hear from Jon Jackson, a Georgia veteran who started a farm in Milledgeville. Jackson is now working with other veterans adjusting to life after war. 

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