Friday, 10/2
I’d like you to start exploring two things:
Video-based stories that you’d like to work join with a team
These were some of the ideas. Today you could start brainstorming, even see if you can drop in some other programs and talk with other teachers and students about potential interview subjects. Jot some thoughts down.
Teens and voting - will they? Should the voting age be lowered to 17?
Music programs / bands in schools
School clubs
Why did some students come to MMTC?
Students who know what they want to do for a career - and what they’re doing about it now.
Jack the student fishing champion
Profile someone in Media Design who went from very basic skills to really producing great work.
What’s it like to build a house?
Student musicians, actors, athletes.
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And come up with some audio story ideas based on this prompt. Write them down!!!!
PBS News Student Reporting Labs (SRL) is looking for high school and college student producers to contribute to On Our Minds: Unplugged, the newest season of our award-winning teen life podcast, On Our Minds. SRL staff will work with you to produce a 3-5 minute audio story about how you or someone you know is turning away from tech and enjoying the pleasures of logged off life. DEADLINE: OCTOBER 9, 2026 11:59PM PT.
Need inspiration? Think about yourself or someone you know in real life and then ask:
How have you been turning away from tech? What are you doing to fill your time instead? What's been the result of making this change?
Have you taken up any vintage hobbies like sewing, gardening or baking? Can you tell us a story about how these hobbies have changed the way you live or see the world? Check out this story about knitting for inspiration.
Have you embraced any analog technology like film photography, arcade games, record players or radios? Why choose these old-school alternatives rather than just using your phone?
Is there a place you like to go besides home, school or work where you find community and connection in the real world? These are sometimes called "third spaces." Think: libraries, parks, roller rinks or music stores. How are young people leading the charge to make sure we have places to connect in the offline world? Check out Lemon's story about his local art shop for inspiration.
Have you been to a phone-free party or had other talks with your friends about how to move your social lives offline? What changes have you made and how does it feel?
When do you feel the most "human"? Tell a story that brings listeners to that place or activity.