#215:Andy Coon:Living in the Now

Andy B Coon is a skilled media professional with over two decades of experience in video production and storytelling. Originally from Montclair, New Jersey, Andy moved to Greensboro, North Carolina to attend the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he studied broadcast and cinema. It was during his time in college that Andy began producing an award winning documentary about the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, named, "Greensboro's Child," which he completed seven years after graduation. Andy explored various professional creative opportunities, but his passion for documentary work called him back in 2010 when he co-created Often Awesome the series, a web series documenting a close friend's journey with ALS. Over 36 episodes, he balanced this demanding project with a full-time job, creating a powerful support network known as the Often Awesome Army. Garnering awards, including a Vimeo Award and a Webby Award, Often Awesome underscored Andy's dedication to storytelling that builds awareness and community.