On Our Minds

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Booking Overview

On Our Minds is a teen-produced, PBS News Student Reporting Labs–collaborated series that spotlights the realities of teen life through hyperlocal, road-trip storytelling. It’s a strong pitch for PR teams seeking young-voice human-interest perspectives—though this season’s credits suggest guest opportunities may be more educator/student-participant than high-profile celebrity interviews.

Metrics

Episodes: 89

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

Instagram: 8.0k followers

Contact Information

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Teens (student journalists/producers) and educators associated with PBS News Student Reporting Labs or Teacher Reporting Labs; teachers with broadcast/video journalism and digital media production experience; adults who can speak credibly about youth life and place-based experiences.
Required Achievements:  
Experience teaching media/journalism or digital media production, Direct involvement with Student Reporting Labs / Teacher Reporting Labs, Local community knowledge tied to teen experiences in specific cities/neighborhoods

Recent Guest Discussions

Joslyn Rakes - Personal Journey Of Moving Between Places And Finding A Sense Of Home (identity And Belonging).

Gil Garcia - Road-trip And Vehicle-related Memories Used As A Springboard To Talk About Freedom, Identity, Risk, And Connection.

Robert Casas - Road-trip Community Thread About VW Buses; Education/teaching Approach And Student Perspectives Tied To Travel, Freedom, Identity, Risk, And Connection.

Trina Moore - Road-trip Memories And Lessons From Experiences Traveling Without A Car; How Movement And Transit Shape Teen/community Perceptions.

Padma Balaji - Getting Around Without A Car In California; How Transit And Slower Travel Reveal Hidden Neighborhoods And Community Life.

Recent Topics

Teen Life, Education, Youth, Belonging, Civic Engagement

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
On Our Minds
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What makes a place feel like home?

June 24, 2026

In the final episode of this season, student producer Joslyn shares her journey of moving from place to place and always finding herself drawn back to Las Vegas.From snowy Michigan winters to the bright lights of the Strip, Joslyn reflects on identity, belonging, and the moment she realized where home truly was.Today’s segment was produced by Joslyn Rakes.Lead Producer Becky Wandel produced this episode with editing and mixing by Wyatt MayesTheme song composed and performed by Emilson Orellan...

What a VW Bus Can Teach You About Life

June 19, 2026

Recorded as a special collaboration between Teacher Reporting Labs and On Our Minds, this episode brings educators and student hosts together for an unexpected conversation sparked by a community thread about VW buses. What begins with nostalgic memories of iconic road trips quickly expands into a reflection on freedom, identity, risk, and connection— through stories ranging from childhood van rides in Puerto Rico to cross-country adventures and near-miss highway moments. As teachers and teen...

Why getting around without a car in California can be surprisingly nice

June 17, 2026

In suburban California, getting around often means getting in a car. But for Keerthi in San Ramon and Padma in Fremont, walking, running, and riding the bus opened up a different view of their hometowns. Along trails, sidewalks, and bus routes, they discovered hidden neighborhoods, unexpected connections, and the small moments that make a community feel alive. This episode explores what happens when we stop rushing to our destination and start paying attention to the journey.Today’s segments ...

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