Sept. 25, 2024 Brett Akagi Douglas.Rider, September 20, 2024October 6, 2024 Sept. 25, 2024 5 P.M PT / 8 P.M. ET Brett Akagi’s mission in life is to make a positive impact on the people he meets and works with, regardless of the role he plays. Akagi describes himself as a quarterback, coach, or waterboy on a team, Akagi believes in doing whatever it takes to help his team succeed. Additionally, Akagi taught at the University of Kansas, where he advised student media in print, digital, and broadcast journalism. Akagi’s work has garnered notable recognition, including two Telly Awards at Blue KC and 25 Emmy Awards across various organizations. He also led a team of photographers and editors to four National Press Photographers Association Station of the Year awards at KARE-TV and contributed to Edward R. Murrow awards at three different media outlets. Despite his many achievements, Akagi remains committed to learning and growth. He continually hones new techniques, gear, and styles to stay fresh in the evolving media landscape. Teaching and mentoring are central to Akagi’s life, and he takes pride in helping professionals and students alike improve their skills and make a difference in the world. Web site: https://www.akagimedia.com/ Storytellers Night Home Video1
Storytellers Night May 15, 2024 – Michael Thervil May 7, 2024July 2, 2024 May 15, 2024, 5:30 pm PT / 8:30 pm ET Michael Thervil is the Editor-in-Chief and Photojournalist at VEDA Magazine. Possessing a strong passion for photojournalism, Thervil extends that passion by provide his journalists with insights regarding the geopolitical arena. After taking pictures for over 5 years, Thervil opened VEDA… Read More
Storytellers Night June 26, 2024 – Kevin Painchaud May 26, 2024July 2, 2024 Kevin Painchaud, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist for the online news group Lookout Santa Cruz. Kevin in also a finalist for the California Journalism Awards in the category News Photo and Photojournalism, with the winners to be announced in July. Kevin boasts a career spanning over 25 years in photography and video production. His… Read More
Storytellers Night July 10, 2024, Shmuel Thaler July 2, 2024October 6, 2024 For the next National Storytellers Night we return to the small California Coastal city, Santa Cruz for Shmuel Thalerfrom the Santa Cruz Sentinel. Shmuel Thaler has been a staff photographer at the Santa Cruz Sentinel since 1987. He has won numerous awards, including having his photography named the best photojournalism in… Read More