16-year-old Eden Alonso-Rivera wins NPR's Student Podcast Challenge with "A Relationship Behind Bars."

Eden Alonso-Rivera, a 16-year-old junior at Grandville High School in Michigan, won NPR's Student Podcast Challenge with her podcast "A Relationship Behind Bars." The podcast explores her relationship with her incarcerated father, using letters and sketches he sent her as inspiration. It also features interviews with her mother, who supported her through challenges. Eden's work stood out among nearly 2,000 entries, showcasing her resilience and personal journey.

October 14, 2024
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