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Chicago Institute of Politics
Activists, lawyers, and journalists discuss the TikTok ban at the UChicago Institute of Politics
April 21, 2023Chicago, IL
New Frontier of Journalism for Women
Journalism is undergoing a sea change — and platforms like TikTok, Substack, and podcasting are bringing a new generation of innovators to its forefront.
March 24, 2023Online
Majority 54 Podcast
Kanye and Elon Walk into a Bar
October 13, 2022Online
It Gets Better Project
On this episode of Perfectly queer, Ever and Tayler interview special guest V Spehar from Under the Desk News!
August 18, 2022Online
A lil’ bit about V Spehar
Vitus "V" Spehar is an accomplished TikToker and political advocate, best known for Under The Desk News™, the GenZ and Millenials go-to source for news.
V has mastered short-form content, offering brief daily recaps of notable headlines. With a loyal following of over 3 million subscribers, V emphasizes the emotional safety of viewers.
Collaborations with figures like former President Obama, President Biden, and members of Congress highlight V's citizen journalism. V's humanity-first style extends to hosting Lemonada Media's podcast V Interesting, consistently ranked among the Top 25 News podcasts since June 2022.
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In the Media's Lens: From 'Under The Desk News' to Global Headlines
V Spehar's compelling segments from 'Under The Desk News' on TikTok have transcended platforms, capturing the admiration of renowned media outlets such as MSNBC, TIME, and beyond.
December 17, 2021
June 13, 2022
September 8, 2022