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Volta Insider interview with Dominic Doyle, co-founder of D-K-S Apparel

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For the latest episode of the Volta Insider podcast, Rachel Greenberg interviews her St. Andrews classmate, Dominic Doyle. Dominic is a high school basketball star and the co-founder of clothing brand D-K-S Apparel.

Dominic and his cousin Luke have always loved skating and surfing, and in turn their interest in skate and surf style have become a fundamental part of who they are. In 2010, they decided to combine their passions and turn it into a label, D-K-S Apparel.

In this episode of Volta Insider, Dominic tells Rachel what it’s like to be a young entrepreneur, his creative vision for D-K-S, and what his teammates think of his side occupation.

Watch the video or download the podcast on AudioBoom or iTunes. Let Rachel know what you think on Twitter at @VoltaInsider.

Taya Kyle on her message of hope and healing for military families

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At the last White House Correspondents Brunch, Taya Kyle, widow of American Sniper Chris Kyle, spoke with Rachel Greenberg for an episode of Volta Insider. Taya spoke about the importance of hope and healing for military families.

via VoltaInsider.com:

“Taya’s story is so inspirational. In the time since her husband was killed in 2013, she has made it her mission to let military families know it’s OK to share their suffering. She feels that anyone who is suffering from loss can draw a lot of strength and confidence from sharing with others so they know they aren’t alone.

“Her book, American Wife: A Memoir of Love, War, Faith, and Renewal, is just one of the many ways that she hopes to reach others with this message, along with the work she does through the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation.”

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Young French designer Millinsky on the styles of Trump and Reagan

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In a recent interview for the Volta Insider podcast hosted by Rachel Greenberg, young French designer, Millinsky, discussed what he thinks about Donald Trump’s campaign hat. “I think it’s funny that he’s doing a hat. It’s not really cool that he’s selling it. But yeah, I think he’s kind of copying what Ronald Reagan said in his campaign, like, ‘bring America back.’ It’s kind of the same vibe. I mean, if you copy someone, that’s not really creative, so I do not support that a lot. But as long as he’s doing it, if he likes it, whatever, I mean, go for it, Donald.”

He went on to explain that he doesn’t really follow American politics, but “the only thing I really follow is Ronald Reagan…To me he was like a living rock star, literally. He invited Michael Jackson to the White House. He was chill.”

When asked how he came up with the name NASASEASONS for his fashion line, Millinksy said that he wanted “a cool name. Something people knew about, but not related to the original thing.” He thought relating NASA and rockets to a clothing brand would catch attention, but was told he couldn’t use the name NASA on its own, so he came up with NASASEASONS instead.

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Volta Insider interviews fashion designer Millinsky

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The latest episode of VOLTA INSIDER podcast features an interview with Millinsky of NASASEASONS.

Millinsky is a young influential who transcends stigma and stereotype, redefining what it means to be creative. His artistic vision resides in the meeting place of streetwear and couture, and has captured the hearts of those who follow his work.

This interview was an insightful look into the world of today’s young innovators.

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Volta Insider interviews Miss America 2015 Kira Kazantsev

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For the second episode of the Volta Insider podcast, Rachel Greenberg interviewed Miss America 2015 Kira Kazantsev the night before she passed the crown to Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell.

During the conversation, Kazantsev explains the job of Miss America, talks about ways young adults can develop their leadership skills, and shares the impact her reign has had on her younger brother.

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Volta Insider interviews Anita McBride about 9/11 in the White House

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Today, Rachel Greenberg, a 16 year old Junior at St. Andrews Episcopal School in Potomac, Maryland launched a podcast called Volta Insider.

She describes it as an opportunity to give adults a glimpse into her world and giving her friends a close up conversation with people in the arts, culture, technology and politics.

Rachel’s first episode features her interview with Anita McBride. We know her as First Lady Laura Bush’s chief of staff, but on 9/11 she was a special assistant for White House Management. She takes Rachel inside the challenges and the fears of the president’s staff while trying to maintain normal White House functions. Of course, nothing was normal after 9/11.

Her new website is located at www.voltainsider.com and you can subscribe to her podcast channel at https://audioboom.com/channel/volta-insider.

GOP Debate: From a Future Voter

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“The most exciting thing about covering politics is that it unfolds in front of you, you never know what could happen.” My mother’s voice carried through the crisp Cleveland morning, bouncing off the grey walls of Quicken Loans Arena, or “The Q”. I nodded, shrugging it off in all my teenage glory. While mom can’t help me with my trigonometry, she really does know quite a bit about the campaign trail.

Upon entering the hall, it was impossible not to absorb the dynamic energy exuded by the audience. I never would have expected such vibrancy from the endless sea of suits. The moderators were seated, turning to face the crowd. They introduced themselves as if there were no stage, no debate, or even an audience; I realized they were talking to the TV cameras. The astounding cheer after FOX’s Megyn Kelly finished her greeting was a sign of what was yet to come in the first GOP Debate of the 2016 Election.

The room fell silent with the first question, the crowd desperately taking in the candidate’s words until the bell rang signifying the candidate’s time to answer was up; the rush to finish their thought made those words sound more like “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.”

Donald Trump provided a much needed contrast, even though his presence was disruptive to the serious and staged nature of the event. He has become the symbol of the distress and delusion of the American people, desperate for a new direction. America needs big changes, and Donald Trump is a living hyperbole. Mr. Trump and his debate theatrics highlight the need for a pragmatic leader.

Standing a few podiums away from Mr. Trump was Senator Marco Rubio, whose velveteen voice and eloquence made him seem all the more presidential. Former Governor Jeb Bush was criticized for being slightly shaky and seemed all knowing in comparison to Donald Trump. Mr. Trump provided this service to other candidates as well, making Governor Chris Christie seem more intellectual, and Dr. Ben Carson seem more qualified, securing the aura of what an experienced politician should be. This debate was the unfolding of my own political views, the unfolding of my journalistic aspirations, and what the campaign trail is really like.

This debate was also an introduction to both the Republican Party and election politics as a whole. The phenomenon of petty political parties resided in my mind for many years, flirting with stereotypes and labeled as the price of Democracy. This image has been torn to pieces by the riveting reality of the way this great nation chooses its leaders. And while I may be spending the majority of the road to 2016 in a classroom, one thing stands true, this election season will unfold before the American people with unprecedented vigor, and anything could happen. Just like my mother said.

Follow Volta Insider on Twitter @VOLTAINSIDER. Volta Insider is Rachel Greenberg’s podcast, which creates a web of intriguing interviews on the ever-changing realms of art, innovation, and politics.