Will Davis
Director of the Eichelberger Center for Community Voices at WYSOWill Davis is a teacher and audio storyteller with over a decade of experience in the podcasting industry.
Born and raised in Ohio, Will developed an early fascination with stories and the spoken word. He spent his childhood recording his own stories on a tape recorder. Will pursued his passion academically, earning degrees in Digital Storytelling and Digital Humanities.
After graduation, he ventured into the world of public radio, refining his skills in audio editing and production. His collaborative work extended to renowned media outlets such as Audible, NPR, and StoryCorps, contributing to popular podcasts like Criminal, Planet Money, and This American Life.
Recognizing a growing demand for podcast education, Will transitioned into teaching. At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, he has guided numerous students in launching their podcasts, sharing insights on planning, scripting, recording, editing, and effectively launching and promoting their shows.
When not teaching or creating content, Will finds relaxation in reading suspense novels and watching horror films.
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U.S. Air Force military dog handlers Staff Sgt. Mantrease Robertson and Senior Airman Jordan Johnson talk about the training and challenges that define the job. -
Dave Isay, founder and president of StoryCorps, has dedicated his career to building one of America's leading storytelling organizations. Inspired by StoryCorps' new Connect 250 initiative, Will Davis of WYSO's Eichelberger Center for Community Voices spoke with Isay to learn more about the project. -
Randy Ark, Vietnam veteran and former Army combat medic, talks about the work he does to advocate for veterans in Springfield, Ohio. -
On June 14, North Dayton community members gathered at Point Park to reflect on the importance of Flag Day and remembering veterans. -
When Jerry Bowling III noticed the flagpole at the North Dayton Patriots Memorial was empty, he took it upon himself to bring it back. The restored memorial will be dedicated on June 14. -
Marine Corporal Tony Stein is Dayton's only World War II Medal of Honor recipient. Eight decades later, his family is still telling his story. -
In Old North Dayton, veterans, neighbors, and alumni came together to restore the North Dayton Patriots Memorial. The restored memorial will be dedicated June 14. -
The performance by the two local dance companies runs April 10-12 in Dayton. -
PR Frank of Dayton and Mary McKnight of Trotwood met at the Huber Heights Branch of the Dayton Metro Library and talked about their faith journeys. -
When two strangers met at the WYSO studios last fall to participate in One Small Step, they quickly realized they were both retired from the Air Force and had a lot in common.
