Tess Vigeland

veteran public radio journalist

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Public radio host, reporter, producer and editor; former host at Marketplace Money

Tess Vigeland on KCRW

At least 88 people are confirmed dead from the Camp Fire, and more than 150 are still missing.

‘After Paradise:’ A small public radio station reports on Camp Fire recovery

At least 88 people are confirmed dead from the Camp Fire, and more than 150 are still missing.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Just a few months ago, most Americans had never heard of a violent extremist group in Iraq and Syria called ISIL.

The Lure of Violent Jihad

Just a few months ago, most Americans had never heard of a violent extremist group in Iraq and Syria called ISIL.

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Violence on the field is why millions of Americans tune in to watch the National Football League.

The NFL Takes A Hit

Violence on the field is why millions of Americans tune in to watch the National Football League.

from To the Point

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