Serial: Binge-Worthy Journalism with Julie Snyder

Julie Snyder, co-creator and executive director of the hit podcast Serial, takes the stage to discuss the creation of this cultural phenomenon. Snyder will tell personal behind-the-scenes stories, delve into the construction of certain episodes and share the ups and downs of creating a new form of modern journalism. Serial launched in the fall of 2014 and became the fastest podcast to reach five million downloads in iTunes history. In 2015, Serial became the first podcast ever to win a Peabody Award. Co-created by veteran radio journalists and producers Sarah Koenig and Julie Snyder, Serial quickly went on to become the most popular podcast in the world. Season 2 will be released this fall. Fee: $20. Student rate: $5 (Students should call to register or pay at the door. Valid student id required). To register, call 973-378-3620 or visit our website: somadultschool.org.