EPISODE · Dec 13, 2023 · 22 MIN
Branching Out: Beyond the Family Tree feat. Byron Hurt
from Northeastern Next Podcast · host northeasternalumni
Meet Byron Hurt, AMD'93! After starting his journalism career at The Patriot Ledger while at Northeastern, Byron transitioned to documentary filmmaking that focuses on hot-button topics. Byron's latest film, "Lee and Liza's Family Tree", traces the history of the Hurt family through various genealogical practices while using it as a vessel to explore a range of social issues. Learn more about Byron's Northeastern experience, his journalistic inspirations, and his upcoming projects! You can watch "NOVA: Lee and Liza's Family Tree" here.
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Meet Byron Hurt, AMD'93! After starting his journalism career at The Patriot Ledger while at Northeastern, Byron transitioned to documentary filmmaking that focuses on hot-button topics. Byron's latest film, "Lee and Liza's Family Tree", traces the history of the Hurt family through various genealogical practices while using it as a vessel to explore a range of social issues. Learn more about Byron's Northeastern experience, his journalistic inspirations, and his upcoming projects! You can watch "NOVA: Lee and Liza's Family Tree" here.
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