This past fall semester, 12 University of Vermont students learned how to become audio journalists (thanks to Brittany Patterson). Here are four of their pieces. Today, you're going to hear Jared Pap, Louise Scoville, Emma Otten and Emily Semaya. This episode was hosted by Mae Nagusky and produced by Brittany Patterson. Music by Blue Dot Sessions. Check out communitynews.net for more Vermont news stories.

A little of this and a little of that

Host and producer Mae Nagusky speaks to seven Vermont journalists about what they wish they had heard before entering the daunting, demanding, yet fulfilling field of journalism. A big thanks to the journalists in this episode: Audi Guha, Courtney Lamdin, Anne Allen, Carolyn Shapiro, Anne Galloway, Geoff&nbsp;Gevalt and Liam Elder-Connors. This episode was produced by Mae Nagusky. All music by Ben Keil and Gabe Bango. Check out communitynews.net for more Vermont news stories.

Dear Young Journalist

Vermont is one of two states, plus the District of Columbia, that allows incarcerated people to vote. But data show just a fraction of those who are incarcerated use that right. This episode was produced by Mae Nagusky. Music by Blue Dot Sessions and CNS's own, Gabe Bango. Special thanks to Jason Trombley, Ariel White, Tina Hagen, Chris Barton and Alec Ewald. This has been Local Wire. Be sure to check out our website communitynews.net for more Vermont news stories.

Mailing a Ballot Through Bars

In this special feature episode, CNS producer Andrew Connelly explores Vermont's tight-knit and vibrant music scene through conversations with young artists. This episode was produced and hosted by Andrew Connelly. Special thanks to all of the artists featured in this episode. Be sure to check out their music below. Artists and songs: (in order of interview appearance) Lily SeabirdFeatured Song: "Fire Song," <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJp3hf1V5Zc&amp;t=541s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJp3hf1V5Zc&amp;t=541s</a>Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZIjaMq0dyU2CZaI6GFxBd?si=wQRRD-GaQnKoWgx8Rul6Pg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ZIjaMq0dyU2CZaI6GFxBd?si=wQRRD-GaQnKoWgx8Rul6Pg</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lilyseabird/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lilyseabird/</a> Ben Collins and Emma Downie (Rose McCann Band)Featured Songs: “Please Yourself” and “305”Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1zwZVcKR1Iyzqgi1XmQkdT?si=BkGMMkHJQaGbjdI4uQj1IA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/1zwZVcKR1Iyzqgi1XmQkdT?si=BkGMMkHJQaGbjdI4uQj1IA</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rosemccannband/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/rosemccannband/</a> Will Sturke (Moondogs)Featured Songs: “Waves” and “Another Life”Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ieYpqH0GJnoINXRo5nGON?si=YpDFrwljQ0WFxUFDvLd1Wg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ieYpqH0GJnoINXRo5nGON?si=YpDFrwljQ0WFxUFDvLd1Wg</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moondogs_band_/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/moondogs_band_/</a> Matt Diener and Jack Cattabiani (The Big Sip)Featured Song: “Smirk”Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3mJRzw53C2ZCUgOX4RNlOi?si=XHx-GF2DSZWRtaw1CZhIqA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/3mJRzw53C2ZCUgOX4RNlOi?si=XHx-GF2DSZWRtaw1CZhIqA</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bigsipstagram/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bigsipstagram/</a> No Showers on VacationFeatured Song: “Space Trash”Spotify:&nbsp; <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Oav1ycsjn6uj7j7uMylOD?si=6UWCvVuJTUO-EptAFxihQg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Oav1ycsjn6uj7j7uMylOD?si=6UWCvVuJTUO-EptAFxihQg</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/noshowersonvacation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/noshowersonvacation/</a>

Creating Community - One Song at a Time

VPR Student Stories

Three student stories aired on Vermont Public Radio in December! The Newsreel shares CNS student stories featured on Vermont Public Radio each month. Student stories featured in this episode in order of appearance:Sophie Mendez - <a href="https://vtdigger.org/2021/11/16/winooski-school-health-center-to-expand-include-dental-suite/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winooski School Health Center</a>Doug Phinney - <a href="https://www.willistonobserver.com/epa-reviews-toxic-waste-cleanup-at-commerce-street/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">EPA Superfund Site Review</a>Meg Schneider - <a href="https://www.waterburyroundabout.org/news-archive/jirkwo7idcmxrw2579mnb6n56asdpo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Waterbury River of Light Parade</a> You can find full length student stories on our website: <a href="https://open.acast.com/www.communitynews.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.communitynews.net</a>. This episode was produced by Andrew Connelly.

December Newsreel

A journey up and down the mountain

Student reporter Mae Nagusky attended the annual 29029 Everesting endurance event last October. Participants have 36 hours&nbsp;to hike up&nbsp;the vertical equivalent of Mt. Everest, 29,029 feet. Mae spoke with the people that make this event unforgettable.&nbsp;This episode shares their stories. You can learn more about 29029&nbsp;by checking out their website:&nbsp;<a href="https://29029everesting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://29029everesting.com/</a>. This episode was produced by Mae Nagusky. Music by Blue Dot Sessions.

29029 Everesting 

Four student stories aired on Vermont Public Radio in November! The Newsreel shares CNS student stories featured on Vermont Public Radio each month. Student stories featured in this episode in order of appearence:Olivia Alexander - South Burlington Bike Safety StudyGreta Close - <a href="https://www.valleyreporter.com/index.php/news/sports/16340-as-snow-falls-in-the-valley-the-big-kicker-returns-to-welcome-in-ski-season" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Big Kicker Event </a>Sophie Oehler - <a href="https://hardwickgazette.com/2021/10/27/rail-trail-brings-new-opportunities-for-greensboro-bend/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lamoille Valley Rail Trail Expansion</a>Noah Lafaso - BFA Electric Buses You can find full length student stories on our website: <a href="www.communitynews.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.communitynews.net</a>. This episode was produced by Andrew Connelly. Music by Wolfram Gruss and Paolo Pavan.

November Newsreel

Our host, Mae Nagusky, explores Dismas of Vermont through conversations with residents, volunteers, and staff. You can learn more about Dismas of Vermont by checking out their website: https://www.dismasofvt.org/about-us/. This episode was produced by Mae Nagusky. Music by Blue Dot Sessions and Daniel Birch. Special thanks to all of our guests:Jim Curran -- Executive DirectorJeff Backus -- Hartford House DirectorEric Maguire -- Rutland Men's&nbsp;House DirectorHeather Hurley -- Rutland Women's House DirectorKaylee Rankin -- Rutland Women's Assistant House DirectorAlec Ewald -- Vice President on the Board (and community volunteer)Kenzie Imhoff -- student and former residentKathy Fox -- UVM Sociology Professor (and community volunteer)Sean (resident and formerly incarcerated individual)Dave&nbsp;(resident and formerly incarcerated individual)

Dismas of Vermont

Six student stories aired on Vermont Public Radio last month! The Newsreel shares CNS student stories featured on Vermont Public Radio each month. Student stories featured in this episode in order of appearence:Douglas Phinney - <a href="https://www.vtcng.com/shelburnenews/community/school_news/cvu-brings-afterschool-programs-to-school-day/article_c0e33cc8-3817-11ec-85ce-e383ad12ba62.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CVU Clubs and Communities</a>, <a href="https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-10-25/news-roundup-vermont-dept-of-health-reports-140-new-covid-19-infections-monday" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">On VPR</a>Kate O'Farrell - <a href="https://hardwickgazette.com/2021/10/13/craftsbury-historical-society-reaches-for-the-present/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Craftsbury Stories</a>, <a href="https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-10-11/news-roundup-vermont-health-department-reports-222-new-covid-cases-on-monday" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">On VPR</a>Max Dodson - <a href="https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-10-15/news-roundup-scott-administration-says-it-will-extend-motel-emergency-housing-program-again" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Weatherization </a>Noah Lafaso - <a href="https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-10-11/news-roundup-vermont-health-department-reports-222-new-covid-cases-on-monday" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Medical Reserve Corps</a>Douglas Phinney - <a href="https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-11-01/news-roundup-4-more-vermonters-have-died-from-covid-19-as-the-state-sees-163-new-cases" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">NBRC Grants</a>Mae Nagusky - <a href="https://www.vpr.org/vpr-news/2021-10-29/news-roundup-vt-officials-report-four-more-people-have-died-from-covid-and-262-more-infections" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">29029 Everesting</a> You can find full length student stories on our website: communitynews.net. This episode was produced by Andrew Connelly.

October Newsreel

A Community News Service Podcast that brings Vermont news stories to your ears. Hosted and produced by audio student reporters from our podcast team. Check out our website for more Vermont news: https://www.communitynews.net/

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