GNO Collaborative Teachers

Thursday: Willow Students Take on Global Leaders in New Podcast Launch

Date: May 5th, 2026
The Willow School
MEDIA ADVISORYWillow Students Take on Global Leaders in New Podcast Launch
WHAT:    The Willow School students and leadership will launch Take on Society, a student led, audio only podcast featuring in depth conversations between Willow students and influential leaders across business, media, and global affairs.The podcast will feature interviews with:• Former Denmark Ambassador Alan Leventhal, who served as U.S. Ambassador to Denmark and is a business leader and philanthropist• Journalist Sheba Turk, a New Orleans based anchor and reporter known for covering local and national stories• Darryl Willis of Microsoft, a corporate executive focused on technology, infrastructure, and the future of work

Media will have the opportunity to:• Interview student hosts and school leadership• Capture students in a live or simulated recording session• Listen to select clips from episodes featuring notable guests• Explore how the program connects classroom learning to real world issues

WHEN:  Thursday, April 30, 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:The Willow School, School Library5624 Freret StNew Orleans, LA 70115
WHY:   Take on Society places students in direct conversation with accomplished leaders, offering a rare level of access and a platform for thoughtful, student driven dialogueThe podcast reflects Willow’s commitment to elevating student voice, fostering critical thinking, and preparing students to engage with the world beyond the classroom

MEDIA RSVP / CONTACT:Heather Harper/hharper@h2nola.netGlenda McKinley/glenda@thatsgmc.com
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