The Convo

Reporter Brynn Mechem returns to the show to discuss how the reopening of schools in Sarasota County has gone thus far. Later, she and host Ryan Kohn get into their feelings when discussing the ramifications of reporting lots of less-than-happy stories in a row. We also get a crucial update on Brynn's dog accessory business and other fun stuff. 

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Host Ryan Kohn chat with copy editor Kaelyn Adix about the journalism style quirks that gnaw at them, and Kaelyn breaks down why a topical style guide change was recently made. Plus, discussion about Taylor Swift's new album and a lot more. 

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Host Ryan Kohn chats with executive editor Kat Hughes about the intent behind the Observer's annual Spirit of America edition and why this year's edition was a challenge to put together. Later, Ryan and Kat talk journalism ethics and take a patriotic quiz, which quickly gets thrown into chaos when Ryan remembers he has a buzzer perfectly suited for marking wrong answers. It's a fun time all around. 

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Host Ryan Kohn chats with reporter Harry Sayer about his story on new mothers and the challenges of bringing life into a COVID-19 world. Later, Ryan and Harry chat about the art aspect of journalism and inform each other of their quarantine movie recommendations. 

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Host Ryan Kohn chats with community and education reporter Brynn Mechem about the challenge that is distance learning — for students, parents and teachers alike. They also find time to get into Brynn's newfound hobby of making pet accessories and discuss a world without sports. 

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Observer Media Group reporter and host Ryan Kohn chats with Sarasota Observer deputy managing editor David Conway about how the early response to the coronavirus pandemic differed between Sarasota County and the city of Sarasota, as well as the challenges in reporting a story like this while people are stuck at home.  They also discuss quarantine comforts, like video games that simulate real life, and make the audience aware of a group known as the Popcorn Board. Your lives will never be the same again. 

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