When a train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, just over a month ago, the team at River Valley Organizing sprang into action. River Valley Organizing is a multi-racial, multicultural working class organization that radically builds community throughout the Ohio River Valley—and they’ve been calling attention to the possibility of ... Show More
Aug 24
What Taking a Break Looks Like, Scarf Spelling Bee, JVN's Favorite Fragrances
This week, we’re talking: our hiatus, AOC, scarf spelling bee, voter registration, and our HBOTW! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The Monday Edit, now on YouTube! Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive content, bonus e ... Show More
25m 29s
Aug 19
How to Work With Yourself, Not Against Yourself with Gretchen Rubin
Gretchen Rubin is back on Getting Better for a happiness check-in with JVN! This week, they’re talking about what actually helps us understand ourselves, and why knowing how we respond to expectations can make it easier to change our habits, navigate relationships, and create a l ... Show More
54m 24s
Aug 17
Lindsay Clancy Case Breakdown, HIV Social Safety Net, Going with the Flow
This week, we’re talking: the Lindsay Clancy case, HIV Social Safety net, getting better at going with the flow, english breakfast recs, and much more! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The Monday Edit, now on YouTube! Ch ... Show More
38m 32s
Mar 2023
East Palestine and Beyond
Earlier this February a train carrying dangerous chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. In today's episode, the guys explore what happened, why, and what it means for the future.They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/stuff-you-should-r ... Show More
1h 5m
Jul 2025
The “Bomb Train” That Devastated an Ohio Town
Massive, poorly regulated trains carrying hazardous chemicals travel through American towns, cities and suburbs every day. It’s only a matter of time before one derails, with disastrous consequences. And on February 3, 2023, in the tight-knit community of East Palestine, Ohio, th ... Show More
39m 59s
May 2023
East Palestine, 100 Days Later (w/ Ashley McCollum, Kayla Miller, & Christina Siceloff)
<p>It's been over 100 days since the catastrophic derailment of a Norfolk Southern train carrying over 100,000 gallons of toxic materials occurred in East Palestine, Ohio, on Feb 3. Since then, residents of East Palestine and the surrounding area in Ohio and Pennsylvania have had ... Show More
1h 14m
Oct 2023
Live Show: Storytelling for Justice—East Palestine (w/ Chris & Jessica Albright)
<p>The derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train in East Palestine , Ohio, on Feb. 3 of this year, and the subsequent "controlled release" and burnoff of toxic vinyl chloride, is one of the most catastrophic and devastating industrial accidents in our country's history, and ... Show More
45m 15s
Feb 2023
Just how dangerous is the Ohio train crash?
The derailment of a train carrying toxic chemicals has residents of East Palestine, Ohio fearing for their health and safety. Two weeks after the incident, many feel like they have more questions than answers.
This episode was produced by Amanda Lewellyn and Avishay Artsy, edited ... Show More
25m 22s
Mar 2023
The East Palestine, Ohio Train Derailment: Transporting Chemicals & the Environment
On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio starting a fire which spewed toxic fumes into the air, driving surrounding residents out of their homes. Since then, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued ... Show More
32m 4s
Mar 2023
The East Palestine, Ohio Train Derailment: Transporting Chemicals & the Environment
On February 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern freight train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio starting a fire which spewed toxic fumes into the air, driving surrounding residents out of their homes. Since then, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued ... Show More
32m 4s
<div> <div> <div> <div dir="auto">Cam, Billy, and Luis from WHOA-GSO join Breht to discuss their organizing efforts and the current crisis. <br /> <br /> Find, learn about, and support GSO WHOA here: <a href= "https://linktr.ee/whoagso">https://linktr.ee/whoagso</a><br /> <div di ... Show More
