Orie Givens

Communications and Media Leader

Tag: Indepth

  • ADVOCATE NEWS: LGBT voters are dismayed at the election results

    ADVOCATE NEWS: LGBT voters are dismayed at the election results

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    (For The Advocate/ by Orie Givens) As Ohio LGBT voters watched the returns, a mixture of disbelief and sadness could be heard in hushed conversations. For many LGBT people, especially LGBT people of color, the worst possible outcome happened: America elected Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States. “They’re voting for goldfish… Read more

  • Ohio’s Pandemic Unemployment Conundrum

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    During the pandemic, reporters were challenged to find creative ways to engage with audiences on important stories during lockdown. As the primary reporter covering unemployment for Spectrum News, I worked daily to identify angles, connect with affected Ohioans and hold state leadership accountable for issues that filers faced when trying to receive benefits. This was… Read more

  • Mental Health in Ohio

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    This was a combination of MMJ work, studio talkback interview, and field interview featured on Spectrum News 1’s In Focus during Mental Health Awareness Month. This was the culmination of my month-long series exploring the state of mental health in Ohio, including an interview with Governor Mike Dewine. Read more

  • Exploring the Defunding Debate

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    As calls for defunding the police mount in light of reports of continued police aggression and disinvestment from the public, I explore the argument behind the debate and why activists say its time for a change. This was an MMJ piece produced for broadcast for Spectrum News 1 Ohio. Read more

  • Protestors Want Columbus Mayor Out

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    This feature story for Spectrum News 1 Ohio highlights the conflict over the mayor’s response to social justice protests in solidarity with the case of George Floyd, and how the police have violently engaged with protestors. I wrote, edited, captured video and voiced this piece for broadcast. Read more