Strong Woman: Viann Barnett's Degrees of Growth

Viann Barnett sits on the arm of her couch in her living room. In her hands she holds the college diploma she just received in the mail. Her smile is wide, but what you can't see is the smile of the photographer, Viann's daughter, who earned her high-school diploma the same year that her mom graduated from college. In this episode of Strong Woman, Viann, the managing director of the Anna Louise Inn and the Off the Streets program at the nonprofit Cincinnati Union Bethel, shares the story of the journey that led to her diploma and the strengths that fueled her success. Special thanks to audio producer Samantha Gattsek and award-winning broadcaster and podcast host, Alexis Rogers. This podcast is made possible through the support of the Manuel D. and Rhoda Mayerson Foundation.