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On Our Minds: What Can Teens Do About Gun Violence?

Part of PBS Student Report Labs On Our Minds Podcast Series

Since 2020, guns have been the number one cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. According to Dr. Robin Gurwith (expert on the impact of trauma and disaster on children), hearing stories about how teens have been affected by lockdowns and gun violence can help us honor victims and lead to action steps. Click here for this episode’s transcript.

Segments were produced by Lydia Tong, Nora, Brian, and Jaylin. This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske with research and fact-checking by Simran Gupta. Frankie St. Pierre Nelson from KUOW’s RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

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