In this episode, hosts Danica and Giselline introduce JusticeFest, the annual showcase of student-led projects that address everything from racial justice to mental health and educational equity. You’ll hear how this powerful event has fueled change in Louisville and beyond, including projects like the Justice Express Bus and Future Ancestors. Through personal stories and student interviews, we explore how JusticeFest empowers young people to lead, innovate, and advocate for their communities — and what it means when that support is at risk.

Collaborators: Danica G, Giselline P, Cameron L, Ellie M, Kennedy M, David S, Jordyn S, Viet P, Addison L, Hser Htte S, Stephanie N, Daniel M,

Today, 13 Firsts hosts Emilia and Evelyn dive deep into the effect banned books have on a state level through data and sitting down with local Manual staff, students from around the city, and citywide librarians.

Collaborators: Evelyn, Stephanie, Aunetra, Emilia, Cameron, Katie, Addison, and Viet.

In this episode of 13 Firsts, Evelyn and Emilia dive into the ways students utilize social media and how these decisions affect them. Hear them uncover if social media is always the one to blame for its “effects”, or if people are drawn in by more than meets the eye. We talked to three students and University of Louisville professor Dr. Danovitch about their experiences using social media, the things they see on it, screen time, and answers as to why we resort to social media for a venting outlet.

Collaborators: Viet P, Maddie L, Giselline P.D, David S, Noah M, Maggie S, Ava S, Hser Htte S, Evelyn Z, Emilia G, Jeremy Y, Katelynn S.