Appalachia often faces stereotypes of struggling coal towns and substance abuse. However, writer Emilee Hackney’s experiences tell a different story. Raised in southwestern Virginia, her life defies these common portrayals.
In her debut memoir, All That’s Unseen, Hackney explores her upbringing and the political influences that shaped her community. In a recent interview for the PBS News podcast “Settle In”, Amna Nawaz delves into these themes with Hackney.
Amna Nawaz co-anchors and co-manages PBS News Hour. With her extensive experience, she guides insightful conversations that illuminate diverse perspectives. Her colleague, Layla Quran, also contributes significantly as a general assignment producer with a background in foreign affairs reporting and production.
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