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September 20, 2025 3 mins

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In this spontaneous 3-minute interview, host Ishara meets Marissa from PBS’s Social Media team right at the PBS booth during the National Book Festival! What began as a casual chat about NOVA quickly turned into an impromptu interview when they discovered their shared passion for learning and history.

Marissa opens up about why she loves working at PBS, it’s all about her passion for lifelong learning and sharing that joy with others. She and Ishara geek out over their mutual love of American history, especially the American Revolution.

🔥 Plus, a special announcement for history buffs: Ken Burns will appear in person on October 29th for an exclusive screening of his new documentary The American Revolution!

From children's books to adult nonfiction, this uplifting conversation is a reminder that curiosity has no age limit, and that unexpected moments can lead to the most memorable stories.


Don't miss this delightful interview that shows how a love of learning can lead to amazing opportunities - and a spontaneous podcast episode!  You can watch the interview on Ishara's YouTube channel.


#PBS #PBSKids #LearningIsFun #KidsReadingPodcast #NationalBookFestival #KenBurns #AmericanRevolution #History #EducationalContent #YoungInterviewer

Learning & Education: #LearningTogether #EducationMatters #HistoryLovers #SocialMedia #PublicBroadcasting #Documentary #HistoryEducation #KidsLearning

Podcast Specific: #IsharasReadingPodcast #PodcastInterview #YoungPodcaster #BookFestivalInterviews #SpontaneousInterview #KidsInterviews

Recorded live at the National Book Festival

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