Willa Johnson's guest appearances

Willa Johnson

Trillbilly Worker's Party

The Holler Podcasts

Making Connections News

University of Kentucky College of Arts & Sciences

Tyler Mahan Coe

Sturgill Simpson

Jay Williams

Kurt Sutter

Tyler Childers

Nick Offerman

Jason Johnson

Sarah Jones

Kate Wagner

Robert Mueller

Matt Jones

William Tell

R.L. Stephens

Claire Lobenfeld

Jonny Coleman

OwlTail

Willa Johnson, a single mom from McRoberts, KY, has long struggled with health problems but didn't realize she was prediabetic until she found out her glucose levels were rising. She spoke with reporter Parker Hobson about her efforts to change her diet to one based on healthy foods, some of the obstacles she faces living in a rural area, and the rewards that come from persistence and picking yourself back up when you fall.As we think about ways to diversify our economy and improve our quality of life, our health is an essential part of the picture.  This story is part of Prevent Diabetes EKY, a new series sharing eastern Kentuckians’ experiences living with diabetes and prediabetes, while showcasing current efforts to slow down or prevent Type 2 Diabetes in the region. This series is supported by the Kentucky Department for Public Health.

Willa Johnson, a single mom from McRoberts, KY, has long struggled with health problems but didn't realize she was prediabetic until she found out her glucose levels were rising. She spoke with reporter Parker Hobson about her efforts to change her diet to one based on healthy foods, some of the obstacles she faces living in a rural area, and the rewards that come from persistence and picking yourself back up when you fall. As we think about ways to diversify our economy and improve our quality of life, our health is an essential part of the picture. This story is part of Prevent Diabetes EKY, a new series sharing eastern Kentuckians’ experiences living with diabetes and prediabetes, while showcasing current efforts to slow down or prevent Type 2 Diabetes in the region. This series is supported by the Kentucky Department for Public Health.

Willa Johnson: Diet Makes A Difference

The Monk Media Podcast welcomesWilla Johnson as our guest for October. Willa is the Project Director of All Access EKY at Appalshop. She also is the co-director of Appalshop's Appalachian Media Institute. Her work in film has been showcased at such prestigious events as the  Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City. In the past, Willa has worked as a media educator, social media specialist, and community organizer. She is also a foster mom and hopes to share her story and journey to encourage more people to explore the possibility of opening their homes. Please be sure to leave a review in iTunes (Apple Podcasts)The Monk Media Podcast is produced by Christopher Epling and The Holler.org Assistant producer Jake Sexton. All content copyright to their respected owners. Special thanks to the Kentucky Valley Educational Co-Op.  www.ChristopherEpling.com Facebook at Epling Illustrations, as well as Monk Media

The Monk Media Podcast welcomes Willa Johnson as our guest for October. Willa is the Project Director of All Access EKY at Appalshop. She also is the co-director of Appalshop's Appalachian Media Institute. Her work in film has been showcased at such prestigious events as the  Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City. In the past, Willa has worked as a media educator, social media specialist, and community organizer. She is also a foster mom and hopes to share her story and journey to encourage more people to explore the possibility of opening their homes.  Please be sure to leave a review in iTunes (Apple Podcasts) The Monk Media Podcast is produced by Christopher Epling and The <a href="http://Holler.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Holler.org</a> Assistant producer Jake Sexton. All content copyright to their respected owners. Special thanks to the Kentucky Valley Educational Co-Op.  <a href="http://www.christopherepling.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ChristopherEpling.com</a> Facebook at Epling Illustrations, as well as Monk Media

The Monk Media Podcast with Willa Johnson

For round two, we examine the legacy of anti-poverty work in Appalachia. Also, big shouts to dem Mary Kay ladies pushing those pink caddies.Dedicated to the memory of our forest granny, Ms. Carol Judy.

For round two, we examine the legacy of anti-poverty work in Appalachia. Also, big shouts to dem Mary Kay ladies pushing those pink caddies. Dedicated to the memory of our forest granny, Ms. Carol Judy.

Episode 2: Who Gets To Save Appalachia? (w/ special guest: Willa Johnson)