Episode 177 with Gianna Volpe, Award-Winning Journalist & Broadcaster

Today I’m joined by Gianna Volpe, an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and storyteller whose voice has become a vital part of the East End. From her early curiosity about the world to studying photojournalism at the University of Missouri, Gianna has built a career grounded in empathy, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to truth. Through her reporting, photography, and her beloved radio show Heart of the East End, she’s spent years celebrating the people, stories, and culture that make this community so special.In our conversation, Gianna opens up about the experiences that shaped her, her family roots, the ups and downs she’s faced along the way, and the perseverance that’s kept her moving forward. We also talk about what drew her to visual storytelling, the challenges and rewards of journalism today, and how she continues to find meaning and hope while navigating an increasingly complex political environment. Above all, Gianna reminds us why local stories, and the human connections behind them, matter now more than ever.