Wine Down Wednesday with NABJ Chicago: Recent Episodes
NABJ Chicago Chapter
A 30-minute podcast launched by the Chicago chapter of NABJ. Covering the hottest news of the month, chapter updates, and meaningful conversations with journalists and media-related professionals of all levels.
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones Produced by: Monique Wingard
Special guest, Mutale Nkonde joined the Wine Down Wednesday crew for a discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI)–the good, bad, and alarming.
Nkonde is the leader and Founder of AI for the People, a nonprofit communications firm that uses journalism, arts, and culture to advance racial justice in tech. AFP’s mission is to eliminate the under-representation of black professionals in the American technology sector by 2030.
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Monique Wingard, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Special guest, Ashleigh Fields, EIC of The Hilltop (Howard University) joins the Wine Down Wednesday crew for an engaging discussion on the hottest topics in the headlines and what it takes to manage the first and only daily newspaper at an HBCU.
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Wine Down Wednesday hosts Aisha Jefferson and Will Jones are joined by Dr. Ava Thompson Greenwell to discuss her work and a few of the biggest topics of the month! Dr. Greenwell is the director and producer of “Mandela in Chicago,” a documentary film about the city’s anti-apartheid movement. The film was recently selected to run at the Rapid Lion Film Festival in South Africa. She is also the author of the recently released book "Ladies Leading: The Black Women Who Control Television News" and the host of the podcast of the same name.
Hosted by: Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
An important discussion on the intersection of digital marketing/communications and traditional media. Rachael Nicole Turner, founder of Rosemint Media join us to discuss branding, digital marketing strategies, and her journey into entrepreneurship. Lean in and listen, media-related professionals!
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Are you aware of the challenges faced by Black student journalists? What resources are available to support the journey of aspiring media professionals at The Ohio State University?
It's time to hear from our student chapters! Our first student chapter guest is the marketing chair of NABJ-OSU, Wedly Cazy. Check in to hear a discussion on how we can all better serve and support our students–during these very unprecedented times and beyond.
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Monique Wingard
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Join the crew for a discussion on the latest headlines, NABJ announcements, and a discussion with featured guest, Chicago Sun-Times reporter, author, Evan F. Moore!
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Elijah McKinnon joins us for an in-depth discussion on #4theQulture “a free, intersectional virtual Pride program that celebrates, centers, and advocates for LGBTQ+ artists, community, and causes using media to change the world,” according to the event’s website. #4theQulture begins on Saturday, June 26!
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Derrick Clifton joins us for an in-depth discussion on racism and its impact on mental health; specifically Black LGBTQ+ people. They were recently honored at #PeterLisagorAwards for a piece published entitled "Racism is Exhausting Black People. Here's What We Need."
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Calling all journalists who are thinking about transitioning into entrepreneurship. Zuri Berry will be our special guest and resident expert on what it takes to be your own boss–after mastering a successful career in journalism–and launching a pretty cool podcast in the process.
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
Did you watch Coming 2 America? Some people loved it, others wanted to love it but... just haven’t found the words to express it. Listen and weigh in with your thoughts on the sequel. Special thanks to @kathy_chaney for being our guest with the 411 on funding for Black-owned media companies. REMINDER: The deadline for scholarships is April 30 and we have 10K available!
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
The second installment of Wine Down Wednesday!
SHOW TOPIC:
- FOIA Fest
- The upcoming NABJ Chicago Election
- Scholarships! We have 10K available for aspiring journalists!
- Dating in COVID. How was your Valentine's Day?
- New projects coming up for our special guest, Dometi Pongo
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard
A 30-minute podcast launched by NABJ Chicago speaking to journalists of all levels and covering the hottest news of the month. Tonight, we are recapping the top headlines of 2021, giving advice to aspiring journalists, and just having a great time as we close out the first month of the New Year.
Hosted by: Lee Edwards, Aisha Jefferson, and Will Jones
Produced by: Monique Wingard