Salt Line Podcast

A Conversation with Margaret Hamburg
On this episode of Conversations at the Salt Line, host Wesley Dixon sits down with former Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, Margaret "Peggy" Hamburg and discusses the intersections of public health and public safety, leadership during moments of crisis, and reconciling with uncomfortable histories.
A Conversation With Sasha Velour
In this episode of Conversations at the Salt Line, Wesley Dixon talks to Vassar alum Sasha Velour, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Season 9, about her new memoir, The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag. Wesley and Sasha delve into themes of history and healing as they relate to drag as an art form. They also explore how drag artists and supporters can embrace the art form as a tool for advocacy during politically divisive moments in history—past, present, and future.

A Conversation with Margaret Hamburg
On this episode of Conversations at the Salt Line, host Wesley Dixon sits down with former Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, Margaret "Peggy" Hamburg and discusses the intersections of public health and public safety, leadership during moments of crisis, and reconciling with uncomfortable histories.
A Conversation With Sasha Velour
In this episode of Conversations at the Salt Line, Wesley Dixon talks to Vassar alum Sasha Velour, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Season 9, about her new memoir, The Big Reveal: An Illustrated Manifesto of Drag. Wesley and Sasha delve into themes of history and healing as they relate to drag as an art form. They also explore how drag artists and supporters can embrace the art form as a tool for advocacy during politically divisive moments in history—past, present, and future.
A Conversation with Susanne Lyons
In this episode of Conversations at the Salt Line, Wesley Dixon of Vassar College interviews the former chair of the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC)-- Susanne Lyons. Today, they discuss the historic role of the Olympics as an internationally neutral and “non-political” environment, the current rhetoric and debates about inclusion of trans athletes in the games, as well as the advantages and disadvantages which accompany hosting the Olympics.
A Conversation with Stacy London
In this episode of "Conversations @ the Salt Line," Wesley Dixon talks to Vassar alumna, Stacy London '91, former Co-Host of "What Not to Wear" and former CEO of State of Menopause about the fashion industry, how social media has democratized style, and the beauty of aging.
A Conversation with David Ambroz
In this newest podcast episode Wesley Dixon of Vassar College talks with David Ambroz, an alumnus of Vassar and a best-selling author. In this episode, they discuss Mr. Ambroz’s new memoir A Place Called Home. Additionally, they explore topics such as poverty and issues within foster care in the US as well as the importance of individual responsibility of citizens to combat these issues.
A Conversation with Jeh Charles Johnson
In this newest podcast episode Wesley Dixon of Vassar College talks with Jeh Johnson, the former Secretary of Homeland Security. In this discussion, the two dive into issues of racism, restorative justice, and immigration. Former Secretary Johnson also allows us a peak behind the curtain of US policy decisions as he recounts several notable experiences in his role with the Department of Homeland Security.
A Conversation with Jason Blum
In this episode of "Conversations @ the Salt Line," host Wesley Dixon has a discussion with CEO and Founder of Blumhouse Productions, and Vassar Alumnus, Jason Blum '91. They discuss the future of the movie and television industries and how the rise of streaming services has disrupted the traditional business model.
A Conversation with Judy Joo
In this episode, Wesley Dixon of Vassar College has a discussion with Chef Judy Joo about her experience with fusing American and Korean meals to create a collection of intercultural recipes. Together, they explore the intersections of fusing food with merging cultures, and they discuss the roots of colonialism inherent in this innovative practice.
A Conversation with Eddie Glaude
In this episode, Wesley Dixon of Vassar College speaks to Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr. about his book 'Begin Again' which draws lessons from writer James Baldwin about how to understand and transcend moments of stark political divisiveness. Throughout their conversation Dixon and Glaude discuss themes of race, democracy, and hope.