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04/11/2025

We’re getting ready to send out our next Switchyard newsletter—and we’d love to have you on the list.
From upcoming events and new podcast episodes to featured stories and behind-the-scenes updates, our newsletter is a great way to stay connected to what’s happening at Switchyard.
If you’re not already subscribed, now’s the time:
📬 http://switchyardmag.com/stay-in-touch

04/06/2025

One month to go! Tequila Wars: José Cuervo and the Bloody Struggle for the Spirit of Mexico hits shelves May 6!

In this gripping new book, Switchyard editor Ted Genoways uncovers the dramatic, untold history of how José Cuervo’s small family distillery became an international liquor empire—surviving revolution, corruption, violence, and sweeping change in early 20th-century Mexico.

📚 Pre-order your copy now at Magic City Books https://magiccitybooks.square.site/product/tequila-wars/3006?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=true&q=false
or Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Tequila-Wars-Cuervo-Bloody-Struggle/dp/0393292592

03/25/2025

Some memories live in photos. Others live in the land. In her latest photo essay, Tailyr Irvine invites us into the quiet ritual of early morning hunting trips with her father, brother, and nephew—a tradition passed down through generations. Through evocative writing and photography, Tailyr captures the smells, silences, and shared glances that bind families together—and the landscapes that hold their stories.
https://www.switchyardmag.com/issue-4/the-hunt

02/22/2025

A land of rich soil and deep inequality. For generations, the Mississippi Delta has been shaped by systemic injustice and economic hardship. But could a shift in farming help revitalize the region? 🌱

In collaboration with the Food & Environment Reporting Network, Robert Kunzig explores this urgent question in Switchyard Magazine. Read the latest issue now! 🔗 https://www.switchyardmag.com/issue-4/delta

02/14/2025

We are thrilled to share that Mya Frazier’s “Power Failure: On Land and Abandonment,” published in Switchyard Magazine in collaboration with , has been nominated for a National Magazine Award by ! 🏆 We’re honored to see it recognized among the best in journalism.

02/14/2025

We’re thrilled to share that Mya Frazier’s “Power Failure: On Land and Abandonment,” published in Switchyard Magazine, has been nominated for a National Magazine Award! The ASME Awards recognize the best in journalism, and we’re honored to see Mya’s powerful work recognized among the finalists. Winners will be announced on April 10—stay tuned!
https://www.switchyardmag.com/issue-4/power-failure

02/13/2025

Dive into the poetry of Virgil Suárez, a Cuban-born poet whose work speaks to migration and memory. His five new poems are now featured in Switchyard Magazine. Read them in the latest issue! https://www.switchyardmag.com/store/p/issue-4

02/12/2025

Some stories linger like echoes in the tide. To Steal A Whale Bone by Devon Fredericksen, featured in Switchyard, is one of them—a lyrical exploration of nature, memory, and what we leave behind. Read now: https://www.switchyardmag.com/issue-4/whale-bone

01/31/2025

Did you enjoy Ted Conover’s insights at Covering Chaos last weekend? Dive deeper into his investigative approach in the Switchyard podcast, where Ted Genoways speaks with Conover about his immersive reporting style and his book Cheap Land Colorado. It’s a fascinating conversation on truth, objectivity, and empathy. Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/21sb9gsYjFwlorDe062lcl

01/28/2025

This weekend, The University of Tulsa brought together journalists, authors, and thought leaders for an inspiring event that explored the urgent challenges facing modern media. From discussing the spread of misinformation and the impact of echo chambers to examining how journalism can rebuild trust and tell the stories of diverse communities, Covering Chaos sparked meaningful conversations and connections.
We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us to explore the future of storytelling in this new era. 📸 Did you attend? Share your favorite moments or insights in the comments!

01/23/2025

Starting tomorrow at 4 PM, Switchyard’s Covering Chaos takes over 101 E. Archer St. in Tulsa. Join us for engaging panels on the impact of misinformation, the dangers of political fear-mongering, and the value of going deeper in today’s media landscape. Open to the public—don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation. Admission: Free and open to the public. Please RSVP in advance to [email protected].

01/21/2025

Join us January 24–25 in Tulsa for Switchyard's Covering Chaos, a thought-provoking gathering of top storytellers exploring the urgent challenges shaping media and journalism today. Featuring renowned voices like Ted Conover, Caleb Gayle, Tracie McMillan, Rebecca Nagle, Jeff Sharlet, and Molly O’Toole. Panels and roundtable discussions will dive into themes such as the effects of social media echo chambers, the value of deep reporting, and fear as a political tool. From tackling class and race in America to exposing the dangers of misinformation, these conversations will inspire reflection and action. Join us and be part of this group discussion on the future of storytelling.

01/17/2025

Have you heard? Mya Frazier’s Power Failure: On Landscape and Abandonment is featured on LongReads this week! 🌟We’re so proud to showcase Mya’s work in Switchyard Magazine and thrilled to see it getting well-deserved recognition. Thank you to Food & Environment Reporting Network for this powerful collaboration.

📖 Read it here:

By Mya Frazier

01/16/2025

What do we carry with us after love? In "Spotless," Dean Bakopoulos explores the emotional weight of memory, time, and relationships in a stunning essay for Switchyard magazine. It’s a piece filled with vivid imagery and quiet revelations that you won’t want to miss. Check it out in the latest issue of Switchyard: https://www.switchyardmag.com/issue-4/spotless

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Switchyard! As we turn the page to 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for the writers, artists, and readers who made this past year unforgettable. Here’s to another year of bold ideas, fresh voices, and the stories that connect us. Cheers to a creative and inspiring 2025! 🖋️✨

12/24/2024

🎄 The holidays are a time to reflect on life’s challenges and joys, the connections we share, and the stories that bring meaning to it all. In this spirit, we encourage you to explore Dean Bakopoulos’s essay, "Down & Out in Bedford Falls," a moving reflection on It’s a Wonderful Life and the dream of small-town life. From all of us at Switchyard, may your holidays be filled with peace, reflection, and the stories that help guide us through even the toughest times.

https://www.switchyardmag.com/issue-3/bedford-falls

12/23/2024

📚 Switchyard Issue 4 is here!

This latest edition brings together an extraordinary lineup of voices, including Dean Bakopoulos, Mya Frazier, Michael Croley, Amanda Gunn, and Devon Fredericksen! From thought-provoking essays to stunning photography, this issue captures the beauty and complexity of storytelling at its finest.

Don’t miss out—explore the new issue now at www.switchyardmag.com!

12/19/2024

Ted Conover, a pioneer of immersive journalism, joins us to discuss his remarkable career and latest book, Cheap Land Colorado. Whether chronicling the lives of off-grid homesteaders or the struggles of marginalized communities, Ted’s commitment to truth-telling and vivid storytelling is unparalleled. In this episode, we explore the power of journalism to reveal the unseen and the vital importance of honesty in an age of “truthiness.” Tune in to learn more about the stories behind the stories. https://open.spotify.com/episode/21sb9gsYjFwlorDe062lcl