Jeannie Yandel
Special Projects Editor
About
Jeannie Yandel is a special projects editor focusing on podcasts and broadcast shows. She created and co-hosted the KUOW podcast Battle Tactics For Your Sexist Workplace and ran and edited KUOW's podcast about local curiosity, SoundQs. She also co-created and co-hosted KUOW's YouTube interview series, Are We Going To Be OK?. Previously, she was senior producer for The Conversation and KUOW Presents, and was Executive Producer for The Record. She's won awards for her interviewing, editing, and reporting.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Stories
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Religion, Politics And Money: Avoiding Conversation Explosions This Thanksgiving
Being related to someone doesn’t mean that you “relate” to them. Do you talk to your crazy uncle about politics? What about religion? Jeannie Yandel hears from listeners about their Thanksgiving blowouts.
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Pierce County Votes Down Prop 1: Will The Wheels On The Bus Stop Going Round And Round?
Pierce County voters said no to Prop. 1 this election and now transit services in Washington’s second most populous county could be cut by up to 53 percent. KUOW’s Jeannie Yandel talks with Pierce Transit Spokesperson Lars Erickson about what will get cut and when.
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Author Jennifer Stuller On Superwomen In Modern Mythology
From Wonder Woman to Buffy The Vampire Slayer, superwomen have broken through the boys' club of superhero mythology. But never for very long.Writer Jen Stuller looks at the modern superwoman in pop culture in her book, "Ink-Stained Amazons and Cinematic Warriors."Stuller tackles a wide array of cultural issues through the Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau. VIDEO: Jen Stuller profile by The Seattle Timeshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBA_p9hqZOE
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Road Rage And The Science Of Revenge
If you've ever been cut off in traffic by a rude driver, you probably know how it feels to suddenly want revenge. Clare Lawlor acted on that impulse, and sought revenge on another motorist. Her actions caused her to wonder about why humans feel the need to take vengeance - especially when, as Clare learned, it rarely works out well. Clare told the CBC's Sook Yin Lee what happened between her and the other driver.Other stories from KUOW Presents:Rising Milk Prices Affect Foods From Pizza To NachosInsects, Cheese And Gastronauts Of The WorldNathaniel Philbrick On "Moby Dick"99% Invisible - The Best Beer In The WorldShot DownWriter's AlmanacComedy And Human RightsTech NewsJay Inslee
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DeafSpace: The Absence Of Sound
The acoustics of a building are a big concern for architects. But for designers at Gallaudet University in Washington, DC, it’s the absence of sound that defines the approach to architecture. Gallaudet is a university dedicated to educating the deaf and hard of hearing, and since 2005, university officials have rethought principles of architecture with one question at the forefront: how do deaf people communicate in space? Producer Roman Mars examines that question.Other stories from KUOW Presents:Belgium Comic Book Industry Trying To Make A ComebackNamibia Road TripJennifer Ratner-Rosenhagen On "American Nietzsche"Anne Marie Hagen On Revenge Childhood DreamWriter's AlmanacWashington 7th Congressional District Candidates DebateIs The Revolution Being Televised?
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Sci-Fi Movies About Today's Human Struggles
Human beings struggle regularly with cultural differences. We encounter sensitive situations when people look differently than we do, communicate in a different way or eat different foods. Leilani Nishime is a University of Washington assistant communications professor. She says that a lot of wisdom and insight around communication across cultures comes from science fiction movies. LeiLani Nishime speaks with KUOW’s Jamala Henderson about three films she recommends watching.
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A Travel Tip For The Pacific Northwest
Pacific Northwest residents often speak of those places in our region that they hope to visit one day. But in the Northwest we often avoid those destinations - in part, because of all the touristy crowds. Seattle travel writer Crai Bower says fall is a great time to visit those iconic locations. That’s because all the tourists are gone now. And as residents, this is our time to visit. This fall, Crai recommends taking a trip to Mount St. Helens. He speaks with KUOW’s Dave Beck.
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Washington’s Most Wanted
To the world, Richard was Washington state’s Most Wanted, a thief and a murderer. But Richard’s chaplain Chris didn’t see him that way. To Chris, Richard was a sweet, well-meaning man who just wanted to be seen. Chris tells his story today.Other stories from KUOW Presents: Everyone's A Comedian? Not At Improv SchoolWhy New York Is A Hub In The Global Trinket TradeWeighing The True Cost Of ChildcareOn The Way HomeEllen Prager On Odd Sea Creatures And Why They MatterShe Sees Your Every MoveWriter's AlmanacA Seattle Black Panther Looks BackHow Digital Technology Rewrote Our Future
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'This Is Okay! I Can Do This!:' How Julia Child Changed Lara Hamilton's Life
Lara Hamilton was facing her 40th birthday — and the realization that she just wasn't passionate about her job. She worried it was too late to lose a steady paycheck in exchange for finding work she really loved. But she found courage and inspiration from a surprising source: Julia Child's years living in France. Lara tells KUOW's Jeannie Yandel how Julia helped her then, and how Julia's still helping her now.