Exploring America UnWon with Keely Brazil-Covello

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Keely Brazil-Covello, the investigative journalist behind American Unwon. Keely shares her journey from growing up in a small Californian town to becoming a journalist focused on ag advocacy. She discusses the significance of telling stories from rural America to bridge the urban-rural divide and highlights her experiences working on impactful stories like the Mod family’s case in South Dakota and a controversial dam removal in Northern California. Keely also talks about her work with Brooke Rollins' office to help independent producers and describes the challenges and nuances of true journalism, including engaging with opposing viewpoints and navigating safety concerns during fieldwork. The conversation emphasizes the importance of bringing attention to underreported issues in the agricultural sector.Support the showThank you for joining us at Ag Talk hosted by Ag Women Connect! America's Platform for Women in Agriculture. " Your Story Matters." We love recognizing our women in this industry! Go to www.agwomenconnect.com to find out a little more about us, and how you can connect with other women in agriculture! Want to be a speaker? You can reach us at [email protected] our Facebook Group | Connect With us on Instagram | Join Ag Women Connect