By: Emily Southern, Eli Lamport, and Sage Mayhew, science reporters
In this episode of the News Feed NRV podcast, we discuss how journalism has been impacted by the proliferation of AI. Includes analysis from Robin Reed, an icon of local media in Southwest Virginia.
By: Evan Hull, Alana Powell, and Gracie Gosier – environment, climate, and sustainability reporters
As artificial intelligence continues to transform industries and daily life, its environmental impact is becoming a growing concern. While AI technologies can offer us tools for combating climate change, developing these models contributes significantly to increasing CO2 emissions.
Benjamin Jantzen, associate professor of computer science at Virginia Tech, discusses what goes into developing AI models and its impact on climate change.
By: Kyndall Hanson, Elizabeth Hill, and Janae Neely, education reporters
Throughout 2025, federal hiring freezes and funding cuts implemented by the Trump administration have created uncertainty for graduating college seniors. As students navigate post-graduate plans, they are often left to choose between entering the workforce or pursuing higher education, both of which present challenges. Kate Renz, assistant director of employer relations and career services in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, discusses the potential impacts on graduating seniors and offers advice on navigating the job market.
By: Caroline Herbert, Will Frank, and Zain Omar, arts and culture reporters
This podcast discusses the recent “Just Stop Oil” protest in London at a performance of The Tempest. We then discussed the implications and consequences of art based protest and spoke with David Gammons, Assistant Professor of Directing, on his thoughts regarding protesting in the theater.
Julia Lagano, Wilbert Ramirez Garcia, Nyles Stone – Politics
Since President Trump’s return to office, a lot has happened affecting the U.S. both national and internationally. With trade wars on the rise and the administration at odds with higher education and D.E.I., this digest analyzes Trump’s first 100 days in office.
By Elizabeth Ann Miller, Evvy Fite and Madi Poole, health & wellness reporters.
Recently, on The Newsfeed podcast, we discussed the differences in diet within the U.S compared to other countries around the world. From the ingredients used in the food to the outside of food factors that we see worldwide, and the effects this may have on people and their daily lives. The group speaks on personal experience in and out of the country and knowledge learned from a Virginia Tech professor, Sean O’Keefe, from Canada.
By Sophia Gerni, Bethany Lenhardt, Bianca Campoverde, crime, safety, and justice reporters
In the 21st century, technology has advanced faster than ever before with the advent of the internet. Recently, AI has bared its teeth with unprecedented safety concerns, including with minors.
Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States. But with certain health incidents–such as cardiac arrests–being commonly associated with the male population, a group of female volunteers have stepped up to spread awareness and educate fellow women. Lucinda McDermott Piro, a Radford resident, was recently named a WomenHeart Champion with The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease.
by Sean Weinstock & Emelia Dalaporte
Brad Stephens, a doctoral candidate in the School of Public and International Affairs at Virginia Tech, is a part of a team that recently applied for an EPA grant. Our reporter Sean sat down with Stephens to discuss the grant and what would result if the team receives it. Tune in to the News Feed Podcast to learn more about heat islands and their impacts.
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