Join longtime public radio reporter and 2 Lives creator Laurel Morales for a conversation about this intimate medium that 37% of Americans consume. This lecture, listening session, and discussion will explore elements of story, writing for the ear, and finding your voice. She’ll provide insight into how accessible podcasting is and a blueprint for you to decide if your idea podcasts.
About Laurel Morales: Laurel is currently producing her third podcast “2 Lives.” Prior to entering the podcast world she covered wildfires, drought, and other disasters as a public radio reporter for 20 years. She has won national awards for her reporting and writing including a national Edward R. Murrow award for her coverage of Arizona’s deadliest fire and a PRNDI award for her podcast “Earth + Bone.” She’s collaborated on several projects including the multi-award winning “Tracing the Migrant Journey” series. She can be heard on NPR, the Fronteras Desk, Code Switch, Here & Now, Science Friday, Marketplace, National Native News, and the BBC. She’s known for her inclusion of diverse voices, for crafting powerful stories, and for collaborating with a team to complete projects on time with humor, emotional intelligence, and constructive feedback.