In Context with CCSU Journalism

In its 10th episode, InContext shares some of the audio reports students from the journalism history class did last fall. News coverage of the ClintonLewinsky scandal (Maddy Wilson and Molly Ingram), bootlegging(Amanda Kenny and Derek McLeod), and Apollo11 to the Moon(Ryan Davis and Peter Leandre). Interviews with David Lightman and Susan Campbell(former Hartford Courant reporters) on ClintonLewinsky; CCSU Professor of History Kathy Hermes on bootlegging; and Jeff Foust, senior writer for Space News on Apollo 11. Image-Chicago Daily News frontpage, Feb. 14, 1929, St. Valentine's day Massacre.

While the pandemic has upended how we work, some people have found the opportunity to find new passions and and new ways to make money. In Context host and producer Kelly Langevin is joined by co-host Bella Chan, who talked with Olivia Carlson about starting her own mask business. And co-host Amanda Kenny gets financial advisor Billy Grant's help to walk you through the stock market.

The reality television show, The Bachelor, is awash in controversy. Host Chris Harrison is facing criticism after an interview with former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay, where fans saw his comments as racist. Harrison was responding to the backlash The Bachelor contestant Rachael Kirkconnell is facing after photos of her at an old south antebellum plantation-themed fraternity party in 2018 surfaced on social media. Kirkconnell, who is on the current season with Matt James, the first Black bachelor, is still in the running to get engaged. In Context host and producer Kelly Langevin and co-host Samantha Bender dig into what this controversy means for both fans and how we talk about race in the U.S. You can view the Harrison and Lindsay here: https://youtu.be/9hmY1gSAuRk

When high school sports came to a halt last spring, many student-athletes were devastated. Since then, COVID-19 has transformed school sports and left those athletes with an uncertain future. CCSU journalism student Michael Cerrotti spoke to three seniors from Sheehan High School about how their hockey careers have changed.

Historically, 18- to 29-year-olds in the U.S. have voted less than older age groups. It seems like this trend is changing. In Context host and producer Kelly Langevin spoke with college students about their thoughts on the election and CCSU political science professor Dr. Diana Cohen about why it is important to vote. Whether you are voting for Trump or Biden, make sure your voice is heard in this year's election.

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year to raise awareness about mental health issues around the world. In recognition of this day, In Context host and producer Kelly Langevin spoke with Dr. Jonathan A. Pohl, the coordinator of Wellness Education at Central Connecticut State University, about the need for mental health support. She also spoke with Mike Fitzgerald about his experiences dealing with mental health issues and his advice to others. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or text 741741.

In Episode 4, In Context is in quarantine as we look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the college classroom, graduation for first-generation students, and even pet adoptions. This episode is hosted and produced by Kristina Vakhman.

Hosted by Kristina Vakhman, this episode of In Context looks at the impact of student debt on life after college and asks is it worth it. It is reported, written and produced by Joshua Rosario, with some additional editing by Kristina Vakhman.

In Context's third episode plucks apart our obsession with on-fleek brows and asks why some guys wear shorts for every occasion, including frigid cold. This episode is hosted and produced by Kristina Vakhman, with a special segment from Amanda Kenny and Kelly Langvin.

For its all-sports second episode, In Context tackles how head injuries are shaping the game for child players and discusses the CCSU Blue Devils' historic season. This episode is hosted and produced by Kristina Vakhman, with a special panel moderated by Ryan Jones and Trevi Alickolli and sound engineered by Joshua Rosario. Additional sound recordings were provided by George Atwood.

In its opening episode, 'In Context' tackles college's true worth and the ungodly chaos that comes with dating a Jesus lookalike. This episode is hosted and produced by Kristina Vakhman. Interviews were recorded by Joshua Rosario. The final segment is by Mauriah Johnson.