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In this edition of The News Feed Podcast, staff writers Ryan Siegel and Spencer Davidson discuss influencer appearances on the campaign trail in 2024, the larger implications of research and influencers in the political sphere, and speak with Dr. Brandi Watkins about research on political influencers.

Produced for The News Feed Podcast by: Ainsley Cragin and Kennedy Gooden

Economics expert Jadrian Wooten discusses upcoming changes for consumers following the 2024 presidential election. As grocery prices increase and Generation Z’s earning power comes into question, he says to turn to experts – not influencers – for insight.

Offering a unique perspective on politics, we interviewed Jo Anne Price, the owner of the Christiansburg Trump store. A long-time supporter of Donald Trump and an active member of the Republican Party, Price decided to open a business that would serve as a hub for like-minded community members to gather and express their political ideas. She shares her motivation behind opening the store and her beliefs about President-elect Donald Trump.

EDITOR’S NOTE: This interview was conducted the day after Election Day.

Pastor Tony Robertson of Cornerstone Church has been helping is community recover from the crippling effects of Hurricane Helene. From aid to shelter, this Pastor has been sharing resources with those around him. Tune into this story to see how he did it.

The Virginia Tech Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise reports a significant increase in the number of people 65 years and older in the United States in recent years. As this generation ages, they face more barriers that make it difficult to have access to healthy food. Elena Serrano, Ph.D., has helped develop a program to combat this issue and sits down with Lindsey Cook and Alice Buckley to discuss how.

Hokies celebrate every corner of the world in Blacksburg during the week of November 11th. Ginny Ford talks a little bit about a few events in store and shares a few photos courtesy of The Global Education Office.

Carbon dioxide emissions are a leading cause of global warming. Most solutions focus on reducing the use of fossil fuels. Dr. Ryan Pollyea, an associate professor in the Department of Geosciences, is pioneering research for a potential solution called carbon sequestration. This process captures carbon dioxide at the source and puts it underground.

October 10th is recognized as mental health awareness day. Virginia Tech treated students to an open event during World Mental Health Day. This year Hokie Wellness in collaboration with other groups, put together an event for students to relax and enjoy down time with fellow Hokies.

Complicated regulations and forms may be confusing during the voting process, especially when voters aren’t present on election day.

This is everything voters need to know about absentee ballots in Virginia.

Hospitals around the nation are facing a nursing crisis. Veterans of the industry said it’s due to advances in technology adding to the daily workload, but local nursing colleges are now harnessing those new practices to educate students and try to combat the number of nurses leaving the field.